Though many outsiders default to Chicago when talking about the best pizza in Illinois, we Illinoisans know that there are scrumptious slices available all over the state. However, one town that doesn’t get talked about much when it comes to pizza is Pekin. Yes, this Central Illinois town is where you should go if you’re looking for the ultimate pizza experience.
The town of Pekin boasts tons of pizza for a small population, so visitors are certainly welcome.
Shannon Cox/Facebook Their local spots are plenty, so you can support small businesses in the area while chowing down on a delicious pie. You can’t go wrong with a pizza at any of these places!
Start your journey through Pekin’s pizza with a stop at Fabulous Taylor’s for the Supreme pizza.
Fabulous Taylor’s/Facebook This Vegas-themed restaurant has slot machines, but don’t let that distract you. The pizza is definitely the best part.
Location: 2916 Court Street, Pekin
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Make your way over to Jimbo’s Jumbos next.
This spot may be unassuming, but you’ll be able to spot the giant pizza sign! Once you eat here, you’ll join the crowd of locals singing its praises.
Don’t leave without trying the 6 Meat Monster Pizza.
Jimbos Jumbos/Facebook Jam-packed with steak, bacon, Italian sausage, grilled chicken, pepperoni, and ham, you won’t be hungry after a slice of this delicious treat. Leave some room open in your refrigerator, because you will definitely be bringing home leftovers.
Location: 1007 N. 8th Street, Pekin
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And finally, you’ve got to stop at Mickie’s Pizza.
Mickie’s Pizzeria/Facebook Their thin crust pizza is constructed with fresh dough made in-house each day. In addition to delicious pizza, they have pastas, salads, sandwiches, and more. It’s technically in North Pekin, but you won’t notice the five minute drive.
There’s one pizza you can’t miss when you’re at Mickie’s: The Taco Pizza.
Mickie’s Pizzeria/Facebook Covered in meat, lettuce, tomato, spicy sauce and more, this unique pie cannot be beat. Refried beans on a pizza? We’ll take it.
Location: 137A Radio City Drive, North Pekin
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Have you tried any of these Pekin pizza spots? Tell us which is your favorite in the comments.
Shannon Cox/Facebook
Their local spots are plenty, so you can support small businesses in the area while chowing down on a delicious pie. You can’t go wrong with a pizza at any of these places!
Fabulous Taylor’s/Facebook
This Vegas-themed restaurant has slot machines, but don’t let that distract you. The pizza is definitely the best part.
Location: 2916 Court Street, Pekin
More information here
This spot may be unassuming, but you’ll be able to spot the giant pizza sign! Once you eat here, you’ll join the crowd of locals singing its praises.
Jimbos Jumbos/Facebook
Jam-packed with steak, bacon, Italian sausage, grilled chicken, pepperoni, and ham, you won’t be hungry after a slice of this delicious treat. Leave some room open in your refrigerator, because you will definitely be bringing home leftovers.
Location: 1007 N. 8th Street, Pekin
More information here
Mickie’s Pizzeria/Facebook
Their thin crust pizza is constructed with fresh dough made in-house each day. In addition to delicious pizza, they have pastas, salads, sandwiches, and more. It’s technically in North Pekin, but you won’t notice the five minute drive.
Covered in meat, lettuce, tomato, spicy sauce and more, this unique pie cannot be beat. Refried beans on a pizza? We’ll take it.
Location: 137A Radio City Drive, North Pekin
More information here
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