AbouT Us

WhaT is Kuchie's?

Kuchie's on the Water is a fun, relaxed, casual restaurant, built and designed with a Floridian feel, where everyone can go and enjoy. Friends, families, and people of all ages are able to find something tasty on our large menu. We are off the beaten path, down the road less traveled, so our food features tend to be off the beaten path as well. We want our guests to think it was worth the drive because of the experience. Sitting right on the river's edge, our outer deck is ideal in the summer months, with most tables shaded with fun patio umbrellas. Our upper deck is shaded/covered in the summer, then enclosed and heated in the winter. Our dining room is air conditioned for those who want the atmosphere without the heat!

Kuchie's was created to be a place for everyone. Whether you arrive by land or by water, everyone is here to relax and enjoy. Don't be in a rush. You can chill out and dine, or grab milkshakes with the kids. Bring a group and order beer by the bucket, or stop in for an afternoon cocktail outdoors. Come for the food and drink, stay for the views and vibe. Featuring 15 spaces for boats to dock, we invite you to launch or rest your boat next to the restaurant. The history of the Illinois River is rich and we love to share stories with our patrons. So much so, we named a drink after it!

Local FavoriTe for Fresh IngredienTs

We love our waterfront location, which boasts one of the prettiest views of the Illinois River! Our large wrap around deck is ideal to dine on when the weather is warm, but the river is also lovely in the winter when you can stop down and watch the eagles, which appeals to the adults as well as the children! The barges are always on the move and watching them work is amazing too!

While we’re off the beaten path, we are well worth finding! We’re proud to be members of the East Peoria Chamber of Commerce.

You’ll find great value in our prices to satisfy the entire family. Our children’s menu, full bar, and delicious adult menu options are perfect after a great day on the water or a night out with friends.

Located on the Illinois River, we invite you to launch or rest your boat next to our restaurant. With room for 15 boats to rest on our waterfront dock, we love to share stories in order to educate our patrons about the rich history of our Illinois River.

Fun & UNIQUe MeNU ITeMS

Kuchie's menu provides a variety of options to satisfy everyone's cravings. Whether it's apps and drinks, a salad or something fried, you will find your favorites at affordable prices.
You can't beat the new items we offer, that no one else has even dreamed of yet! Try our giant beer cheese and bacon smothered pretzel, or one of our amazing house-crafted cocktails, and finish up with one of our ever-changing monthly Shipwreck Shakes, like our Shipwreck Bloody Mary, only in a dessert form! There is always something sure to make those taste buds happy!

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