Cocktail Bars near Spring Valley

“I went to this restaurant today for the first time. It was about 11:15 and I was the only one in the store, it was just me and the cook...who was also the server and cashier. A menu was presented, together with a bowl of chips and three sauces. There were also 4 bottles of hot sauce on the table. The sauces were all very good, as were the chips. I was a bit disappointed that I was not served pico with the chips.I ordered three Mexican style steak tacos on corn tortillas. It took a while to get the order, about 20 minutes, because it appears that everything was made fresh (from all the chopping I could hear). The tacos were filled to the brim, far more steak than other local Mexican places in the area. They were served steaming hot, and were quite tasty. I have a favorite taco place and this place will not replace it as my favorite, but I will go back.Total bill for three steak tacos and a bottle of water was $9.87, quite affordable.“

“Tried Thyme for the first time today and everything was fabulous! I had the lobster pasta and it was phenomenal. I wish it was a bigger portion because I can't get enough! I also got a side order of the crispy potatoes with some herb aioli and they were great! I was also surprised at how cheap my meal ended up being. I really applaud the owners for giving this area such a great, unique restaurant in the IV. The only negative I have to say is that whatever the waitresses are wearing is weirddddd. The puffy white shirts and the aprons look like they work at Steak N' Shake and do not mesh well with the vibes of the rest of Thyme. I kinda feel bad for them that they have to wear that, lol. Overall, can't wait to go back!“

“Great food! Awesome little restaurant bar in Peru, IL....nestled near the Illinois river and right by the train tracks! Margaritas were $10 Wednesday night! AND....they were sooo good!!!! I had coconut shrimp. Very good.Always great specials. Wonderful attentive staff! Can't beat this place!!!“

“This place is FANTASTIC! Fast service and friendly staff. Comfortable place to drink. Everything like furniture is updated. Bar games(pool,darts, gambling machines) Modern Jukebox. Huge selection of craft and domestics. Fair-priced. I am going back soon“

“what a fabulous secret tucked into the Westclox building in Peru Il. The drinks are amazing ! Bartenders are truly drink artist at this establishment! The atmosphere and history is really neat and the Spirits they maje are fantastic - Try the absinth - it's an experience would recommend“

“This place is doing it right !! I've been traveling for business for over 20 yrs all over the country. I eat Mexican food at least once a week, and I was pleasantly surprised by this establishment . I had the carnitas and the chili colorado on two separate nights . Generous portions of perfectly done carnitas and chili colorado! The staff was attentive and took great care of me . I was surprised the place was not busier! It closes early( 9 pm at the time of this review ), probably due to being off the beaten path , but worth checking out if your in the area . Saved on my map ! I'm sure their other signature dishes are spot on as well , but I normally start with carnitas to set the baseline to judge if I return .“

“The new restaurant Waves is awesome! The owners can't be nicer. The best italian bread in the entire Illinois Valley area made fresh daily. The Italian beef is to die for. Just as good as Chicago's. The Cobb salad has real bacon. Can't stay enough about the banana pudding. Must try it. We'll definitely be back.“