Barbecue Restaurant East Peoria IL

Find Expertly Smoked Meat at the Best Barbecue Restaurant in East Peoria IL

Are you on the hunt for a perfectly prepared rack of ribs? Perhaps you’re more in the mood for mouth-watering brisket or smoky pulled pork? No matter your BBQ preference, you can find the best-smoked meats with the barbecue masters of the Greater Peoria area: Smokin’ Notes BBQ! Our barbecue restaurant in East Peoria IL is the best around, with traditional southern cooking not even your grandma could prepare better! Get your hands on exceptional barbecue today with Smokin’ Notes.

What Can You Expect from Smokin’ Notes BBQ?

Smokin’ Notes is known as one of the highest-rated barbecue restaurants in the Greater Peoria area for good reason! Whether it’s our delicious BBQ and homemade sides or the restaurant atmosphere our customers experience, there’s no denying Smokin’ Notes has become a local favorite. Some of what you can expect from our restaurant include:

• The Best BBQ in Town
  • Our food captures the flavors of Texas, the Carolina and Kansas BBQ, creating a unique taste that’s similar yet wholly our own! We only use the freshest, highest quality meats and smoke them to perfection for over 12 hours. In doing so, the meat gains a pink tinge called a “smoke-ring,” a true indicator of authentic BBQ. Finally, our smoked meats are topped with our signature BBQ sauce, complimenting your meal’s smokiness with sweetness and tanginess.
• A Great Selection of Meats and Sides
  • Whether ordering our smoked meats A La Carte or in a sandwich, you won’t be able to get enough! We serve the best selection of smoked entrees, including Pulled Pork, Slabs of Ribs, Beef Brisket, Gizzards & Livers, Burnt Ends, and Chicken! Additionally, you can add any regular or specialty side to your meal, including Annie’s Beans, Coleslaw, Fried Okra, Collard Greens, Mac & Cheese, Fries and more. Plus, with plenty of appetizers, salads and drinks, you can find exactly what you want!
• A Comfortable and Inviting Atmosphere
  • As a family-friendly establishment, Smokin’ Notes BBQ has created a warm, welcoming and inviting atmosphere that will delight guests of all ages. With plenty of comfortable seating and table space, customers can enjoy fun, musically-themed décor adorning our walls. We also have counter space for those who want a quick lunch or a drink. Our restaurant is conveniently located in East Peoria, near Walmart and next to OfficeMax.

Peoria’s Best Barbecue!

Smokin’ Notes BBQ owners Nick and Anthony Riley are master smokers! Since before 2018, the two have been smoking meat and serving it to hungry customers. It wasn’t until 2022 when Smokin’ Notes officially returned to Central Illinois, offering the same great meats and sides locals were craving five years previous! Hungry BBQ enthusiasts can dine in, order carry out, or have our barbecue delivered directly to your door. Best of all, Smokin’ Notes now does catering requests, providing our signature BBQ and sides for your next holiday, social gathering or corporate event.

Learn More

If interested in the best barbecue restaurant in East Peoria IL, look no further than the expertly-smoked meats at Smokin’ Notes BBQ, where we always have something cooking! For restaurant info, hours of operation, catering details, or general questions, call 309-713-1772. Smokin’ Note’s BBQ is located at 400 Riverside Dr, East Peoria, IL 61611.