(EUREKA, Ill.) — No matter the occasion, add Pickled Radish Provision Co. to your list for restaurants to visit.
Sitting along Main St. in Eureka, Illinois, the cozy yet exquisite atmosphere welcomes you in with arms wide and delicious food.
At Pickled Radish, you are the champion of your destiny for the meal you want to have.
Want a fancy date night meal? Great, then order a steak! It comes with a roll, salad and side.
Looking more for pub food? Get the fish ‘N chips, Half Pounder burger, or brisket!
So what did I get? Glad you asked!
We started with an appetizer of “The Hot Mess.” Squared, butter-dipped Pepper Jack cheese curds tossed in hot-pepper bacon jam. On a scale of “how spicy is this?” I’d have to give the mark right in the middle. The flavor is fantastic and the heat of the Pepper Jack is just right. I wasn’t sure how I’d feel about the hot-pepper bacon jam, but it was very tasty and added great flavor.
To make sure my 1-year-old got his tummy filled while we chomped on the cheese curds, I ordered him a side of Wild Rice Blend. He tore it up and absolutely loved it. There is a kid’s menu by request, but it’s not printed.
On to the main course! As I mentioned, you get a salad, side and roll with your meal. I went with the Ribeye, a Char-grilled Black Angus cut of meat. My wife, Rachel, decided on the Filet Mignon. Also Char-grilled and Black Angus, but hers was bacon-wrapped!
The salad was tossed by our wonderful server, Kennedy, at tableside! “Dinner and a show!” Rachel exclaimed.
The house salad was tossed in a basil vinaigrette, topped with onions and tomatoes if you wanted them. As many of you know, I steer clear of onions and tomatoes, but I was able to sift through them and enjoy a very nice salad. I got the green beans as my side.
Pickled Radish does an amazing job at keeping the mood just right and presenting an entertaining atmosphere. Well, what the heck do I mean by that?
On each table, there’s a portable lamp that changes colors when you tap the top of it. You can also make the light brighter or dimmer. It’s a great distraction to a small child when they start demanding food, randomly yelling, or any of the other crazy things small children do.
Not only is this a great place for a date night or family meal, but there’s a full bar on its own in another open space room. Outside, Pickled Radish has a seating area and a firepit. The snow and low temperatures took that possibility out of the equation, but it’d be great especially in the fall when the temps are dropping a little.
Now, on to the main course!
Sizzling steaks ripe with flavor, the Ribeye was extremely tender and packed with flavor. The juicy cut of meat was one of the better steaks I’ve had across central Illinois. I order my steaks medium rare. Hats off to the chef, because they understood the assignment and did a great job sticking to the order.
My wife, on the other hand, ordered her Filet Mignon medium well. I only got one bite of her steak, but it was amazing as well! She really enjoyed it and said it was cooked perfectly to her liking. The steaks are all grilled over an open flame.
One interesting tidbit about the restaurant is that most, if not all of the tables are sponsored by a local business! I thought that was really cool to see other local businesses supporting the restaurant, and in turn, the restaurant supporting them by promoting their business for their customers!
In 2011, Jeff and Shelli Stahl took ownership of The Chanticleer. Known for its fried chicken and catfish, The Chanticleer closed down in May 2021.
Starting in October 2023 as reservations only, the husband/wife duo revitalized the location at 744 N. Main St. to become Pickled Radish Provision Co.
When I took to Facebook to ask my followers who had the best steaks in central Illinois, Pickled Radish was mentioned multiple times. This is definitely a location worth driving from Peoria, Bloomington or wherever you’re driving from.
The staff was extremely friendly. Our server, Kennedy, did a fantastic job.
Save room for dessert? Might I recommend the Oreo Cheesecake. We took it to-go and enjoyed it at home later that night. It was amazing! The Crème brûlée looked fantastic, as well. I guess I’ll have to have that the next time.
I wanted to thank Pickled Radish Provision Co. for being fabulous hosts to me and my family. We now have a new favorite restaurant to add to our list, and will definitely be back! You can call 309-481-4055 for reservations, and follow them on Facebook here.
Full menu posted below!
Matt Sheehan Official 