This East Peoria buffet is now open. Here's what to know before you go

Cassidy Waigand, Peoria Journal Star
The Pho Noodle House at 206 W. Camp Street in East Peoria will soon become Farmer's Buffet, an American-themed buffet restaurant run by Sam Mach who owned the former Grand Village Buffet at the same location. Grand Village Buffet closed in 2018.
The Pho Noodle House at 206 W. Camp Street in East Peoria will soon become Farmer's Buffet, an American-themed buffet restaurant run by Sam Mach who owned the former Grand Village Buffet at the same location. Grand Village Buffet closed in 2018.

The wait is over, buffet lovers.

Farmer’s Buffet − located at 206 W. Camp St. in East Peoria − is open for business. The building had once operated as Grand Village Buffet but was most recently home to Pho Noodle House.

The community has been abuzz with discussions about the fate of Pho Noodle House and speculation about the buffet's opening. So, here's what to know before visiting Farmer's Buffet.

Previously: A new American-style buffet is opening soon in the Peoria area

What's on the menu at Farmer's Buffet?

The new Farmer's Buffet in East Peoria will offer a wide variety of American favorites like chicken wings, pork chops and meatloaf, but also complimentary daily specials like prime rib and baby back ribs.
The new Farmer's Buffet in East Peoria will offer a wide variety of American favorites like chicken wings, pork chops and meatloaf, but also complimentary daily specials like prime rib and baby back ribs.

Customers will find a variety of American dishes at Farmer's Buffet. Before the restaurant's opening, owner Sam Mach said the business would include a salad bar, a carving station, a dessert bar and menu items such as:

  • Pork chops

  • Chicken wings

  • Pizza

  • Meatloaf

Mach said he planned to offer daily specials at Farmer's Buffet, as well.

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How much does the buffet cost?

According to a photo uploaded by the business on Google, Farmer's Buffet will charge $19.50 for adults. Those 65 and older can dine for $17.50, and to-go orders are listed for $12 per pound. The price varies for children 3 to 14 years old − ranging from $3 to $17.

Beverages are offered for an additional charge. These include:

  • Fountain drink for $2

  • Tea for $3.50

  • Coffee for $5

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When is Farmer's Buffet open?

Hand-washing stations are being installed for customers to use when they enter the new Farmer's Buffet, currently being prepped for opening in the Pho Noodle House site in East Peoria.
Hand-washing stations are being installed for customers to use when they enter the new Farmer's Buffet, currently being prepped for opening in the Pho Noodle House site in East Peoria.

The buffet will be open from 11:30 a.m. until 7 p.m. Thursday through Sunday, according to Google. Farmer's Buffet will be closed Monday through Wednesday.

Connect with Farmer's Buffet

Address: 206 W. Camp St., East Peoria

Phone: (309) 699-5668

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This article originally appeared on Journal Star: Farmer's Buffet in East Peoria is now open for business

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