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The Blue Duck Barbecue Tavern

Barbecue restaurant · Peoria ·

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A riverfront staple where Texas-style smoking meets playful plates like BBQ poutine and tacos. Frequently highlighted by local media, it’s where Peorians send out-of-towners for brisket, ribs, and a lively tavern vibe.

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House-smoked BBQ, craft beers, cocktails & whisky in depot

brisket

ribs

fried pickles

pulled pork

potato salad

mac and cheese

wings

elotes

212 Southwest Water Street B, Peoria, IL 61602 Get directions

$$

Usually a wait

Restroom

Accepts reservations

Popular for lunch

Popular for dinner

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The Blue Duck Barbecue Tavern by null

The Blue Duck Barbecue Tavern by null

The Blue Duck Barbecue Tavern by null

The Blue Duck Barbecue Tavern by null

The Blue Duck Barbecue Tavern by null

The Blue Duck Barbecue Tavern by null

The Blue Duck Barbecue Tavern by null

The Blue Duck Barbecue Tavern by null

The Blue Duck Barbecue Tavern by null

The Blue Duck Barbecue Tavern by null

The Blue Duck Barbecue Tavern by null

The Blue Duck Barbecue Tavern by null

The Blue Duck Barbecue Tavern by null

The Blue Duck Barbecue Tavern by null

The Blue Duck Barbecue Tavern by null

The Blue Duck Barbecue Tavern by null

The Blue Duck Barbecue Tavern by null

The Blue Duck Barbecue Tavern by null

The Blue Duck Barbecue Tavern by null

The Blue Duck Barbecue Tavern by null

The Blue Duck Barbecue Tavern by null

The Blue Duck Barbecue Tavern by null

The Blue Duck Barbecue Tavern by null

The Blue Duck Barbecue Tavern by null

The Blue Duck Barbecue Tavern by null

The Blue Duck Barbecue Tavern by null

The Blue Duck Barbecue Tavern by null

The Blue Duck Barbecue Tavern by null

The Blue Duck Barbecue Tavern by null

The Blue Duck Barbecue Tavern by null

The Blue Duck Barbecue Tavern by null

The Blue Duck Barbecue Tavern by null

The Blue Duck Barbecue Tavern by null

The Blue Duck Barbecue Tavern by null

The Blue Duck Barbecue Tavern by null

The Blue Duck Barbecue Tavern by null

The Blue Duck Barbecue Tavern by null

The Blue Duck Barbecue Tavern by null

The Blue Duck Barbecue Tavern by null

The Blue Duck Barbecue Tavern by null

The Blue Duck Barbecue Tavern by null

The Blue Duck Barbecue Tavern by null

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House-smoked BBQ, craft beers, cocktails & whisky in depot

brisket

ribs

fried pickles

pulled pork

potato salad

mac and cheese

wings

elotes

212 Southwest Water Street B, Peoria, IL 61602 Get directions

$$

Usually a wait

Restroom

Accepts reservations

Popular for lunch

Popular for dinner

The Blue Duck Barbecue Tavern by null

The Blue Duck Barbecue Tavern by null

The Blue Duck Barbecue Tavern by null

The Blue Duck Barbecue Tavern by null

The Blue Duck Barbecue Tavern by null

The Blue Duck Barbecue Tavern by null

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The Blue Duck Barbecue Tavern by null

The Blue Duck Barbecue Tavern by null

The Blue Duck Barbecue Tavern by null

The Blue Duck Barbecue Tavern by null

The Blue Duck Barbecue Tavern by null

The Blue Duck Barbecue Tavern by null

The Blue Duck Barbecue Tavern by null

The Blue Duck Barbecue Tavern by null

The Blue Duck Barbecue Tavern by null

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