Peoria Readers Name Top Grocery Store Brand

Local newspaper survey highlights community's favorite shopping destination.

Apr. 7, 2026 at 12:30pm

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A highly stylized, abstract grid of a single iconic grocery item rendered in bold, neon-bright colors and heavy black outlines, conceptually representing the community's shopping preferences.Peoria readers' favorite grocery brand reflects the community's loyalty to local shopping destinations.Peoria Today

Readers of the Peoria Journal Star newspaper have voted to name their top grocery store brand in the local area. The survey, which invited residents to choose their preferred shopping destinations, revealed the community's favorite grocery retailer.

Why it matters

The results of this reader survey provide valuable insights into the shopping habits and preferences of the Peoria community, highlighting the grocery brands that have built strong local loyalty and brand recognition.

The details

The Peoria Journal Star, the city's leading local newspaper, conducted a survey of its readers to determine the top grocery store brand in the area. Residents were asked to select their favorite shopping destination from a list of major grocery chains and local independent stores. After tallying the votes, the survey results showed a clear winner among Peoria shoppers.

  • The reader survey was conducted in March 2026.
  • The results were published in the Peoria Journal Star on April 7, 2026.

The players

Peoria Journal Star

The leading local newspaper serving the Peoria, Illinois metropolitan area.

Katie Gaston

The manager of print and digital operations for the Peoria Journal Star.

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What they’re saying

“Peoria readers have strong loyalty to their local grocery brands, and this survey shows how important community-focused shopping is to our residents.”

— Katie Gaston, Manager of Print and Digital Operations

The takeaway

The Peoria Journal Star's reader survey highlights the enduring importance of community-oriented grocery stores that cater to local tastes and shopping preferences, even as national chains continue to expand their footprint.