Peoria Readers Crown Kuchie's on the Water for Best Bloody Mary

Local favorites Bloody Mary Brunch Company and One World also top the list

Apr. 13, 2026 at 10:43am

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An extremely blurred, impressionistic photograph of a bloody mary cocktail with celery, olives, and lemon garnishes, conveying the cozy, indulgent atmosphere of a local brunch spot.A reader poll crowns Kuchie's on the Water as the Peoria area's top spot for crafting the perfect bloody mary, highlighting the region's vibrant brunch culture.Peoria Today

Peoria area readers have voted and crowned Kuchie's on the Water in Creve Coeur as the winner for the best bloody mary in the region, with Bloody Mary Brunch Company and One World in Peoria also ranking highly in the community poll.

Why it matters

Bloody marys have become a brunch staple, and finding the perfect spot to enjoy one is a point of pride for many local residents. This reader-voted list provides Peoria-area residents with a go-to guide for the top spots to try the region's best bloody mary offerings.

The details

According to the Journal Star's food reporter, Kuchie's on the Water in Creve Coeur took the top spot as the 2025 Community's Choice winner for best bloody mary in the Peoria area. Bloody Mary Brunch Company and One World in Peoria were close runners-up in the poll. The report highlights the unique recipes, garnishes, and atmospheres that make these local spots stand out for their bloody mary offerings.

  • The reader poll was conducted in early 2025.

The players

Kuchie's on the Water

A restaurant in Creve Coeur, Illinois that was voted the best spot for bloody marys in the Peoria area.

Bloody Mary Brunch Company

A Peoria, Illinois restaurant that was a close runner-up in the reader poll for best bloody marys.

One World

A Peoria, Illinois restaurant that was also a top contender in the reader poll for best bloody marys in the region.

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The takeaway

This reader poll highlights the vibrant brunch culture and cocktail scene in the Peoria area, with local restaurants competing to offer the most creative and delicious bloody mary experience for residents and visitors alike.