John's Place

"Nothing Too Fancy...Just A Good Sandwich"

About Us

John's Place, located in Peru, IL, is the top choice for a delectable lunch, serving LaSalle, Oglesby, Ottawa, Spring Valley, and beyond. Open Monday-Friday from 10 AM-3 PM and Saturday from 10 AM-2:45 PM, we offer mouthwatering grilled lunch options perfect for a midday meal. Our hand-pressed burgers promise freshness every day, complemented by homemade soups and chili. Enjoy our unique raviolas made by Maretta Raviola, paired with homemade chicken broth. Additionally, enjoy our gaming area open Monday-Friday from 8 AM-4 PM and Saturday from 8 AM-3 PM. Visit John's Place for a satisfying meal and a touch of fun today!

We are still answering the phone with "506" which was the original number from the switchboard days!!! Much history and many friends have been made over the years at John's Place. If you're looking for a fun hangout place to grab a sandwich or a cup of coffee and talk with friends this is the place for you! If your feeling lucky try the private gaming area!!

Areas Served

What We Offer

Our Specialties include:

John’s Place is known for its classic comfort food, nostalgic treats, and welcoming, laid-back atmosphere. Guests love stopping in for rich, hand-scooped ice cream available in 12 flavors, indulgent old-fashioned ice cream sodas, and convenient take-home quarts of their favorites. Savory specialties like premium cold cuts and rotating soups of the day make it just as easy to enjoy a hearty lunch or dinner. With daily specials, a fun secret menu, and even private video gaming, John’s Place offers something a little extra that keeps locals coming back for both the food and the experience.

Our Services include:

Dine-In, Carryout & Outdoor Seating: John’s Place offers flexible dining options to fit your day. Enjoy a relaxed meal inside, grab your favorites to-go, or soak up the fresh air with our available outdoor seating. However you choose to dine, you can count on the same welcoming atmosphere and quality service.
Ice Cream & Classic Treats: Treat yourself to one of John’s Place favorites with 12 flavors of hand-scooped ice cream, available by the scoop or in convenient take-home quarts of any flavor. For a nostalgic twist, sip on one of our old-fashioned ice cream sodas, made just like you remember.
Specialty Foods & Soups: From our specialty cold cuts, available in both ½-lb and 1-lb options, to our rotating Soups of the Day, John’s Place delivers comforting, classic flavors made to satisfy. Perfect for a quick lunch, hearty meal, or something easy to enjoy at home.
Daily Specials & Secret Menu: There’s always something new to discover at John’s Place. Our daily specials bring fresh variety, while our secret menu offers fun, off-menu favorites for those in the know—just ask!
Private Video Gaming: Looking for entertainment beyond the plate? John’s Place offers private video gaming, giving guests a fun, laid-back space to relax, play, and enjoy time with friends.

Our Brands include:

Coca Cola
Maretta Raviola
Kemp's

Our Products include:

Daily Specials 12 Flavors of Hand-Scooped Ice Cream
Ice Cream Quarts of Any Flavor
Specialty Cold Cuts - 1 lb and 1/2 lb
Old-Fashioned Ice Cream Sodas
Ham, Tuna, Egg, and Chicken Salad
Homemade Sloppy Joe BBQ
Burgers
Sandwiches and Wraps
Salads
Homemade Soups
Ice Cream
Desserts
Shakes, Malts, and Floats
Sundaes
Sodas
T-Shirts and Hoodies

Testimonials

On 7/7/2026 Mark Coons had this to say:
Great food!

On 7/6/2026 Sean Phelps had this to say:
Finally got a chance to try johns did not disappoint burger was cooked perfect prices were fair fast service and the guy i ordered from was friendly and helpful im definitely coming back and recommending to friends and family hands down best burger in peru

On 6/24/2026 Stefanie had this to say:
Staff is small town friendly, warm and welcoming!! Prices are amazing, affordable and these days down right cheap (theyre Def not cheap quality) We drive an hour and a half just to eat here!! We just got our miatas, and thought our first mini road trip should be here!! we love it!! WORTH THE DRIVE

On 6/13/2026 Gregory Sliker had this to say:
Best place to go great food and people

On 5/31/2026 Bob W. had this to say:
John's Place is a great place for lunch in Peru. All the items are made with care. Soups, salads, sandwiches and the burgers are very good and super affordable. The staff is attentive and the shakes and malts ar the bomb. I eat there at least once a week. The smash burgers are really good. I can't recommend John's Place enough. Old school diner style set up where all the locals gather and eat and feel good.

Contact Us

John's Place
1802 5th St Peru, IL 61354
Phone: (815) 223-0506
Email: kapcafeinc@sbcglobal.net

Where To Find Us

Payment Types Accepted

Discover, American Express, Debit Cards, MasterCard, Visa, PayPal, Apple Pay, Android Pay

Our Hours

Monday: 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM Gaming Hours: 8-4
Tuesday: 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM Gaming Hours: 8-4
Wednesday: 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM Gaming Hours: 8-4
Thursday: 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM Gaming Hours: 8-4
Friday: 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM Gaming Hours: 8-4
Saturday: 10:00 AM - 2:45 PM Gaming Hours: 8-3

News

Now through early February, we are open Sundays 8AM-12PM for gaming only.

Info

FAQ

How can I find out about daily soup specials?

Join our soup texting line by texting 81010 with @JOHNSPL to receive updates on our daily soup specials.

Do you have any daily or weekly specials?

For information about our latest specials and promotions, please check our Facebook page for updates.

What are your hours of operation?

John's Place is open Monday–Friday from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM and Saturday from 10:00 AM to 2:45 PM for lunch. Our gaming area is open Monday–Friday from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM and Saturday from 8:00 AM to 3:00 PM.

Do you offer carryout or outside seating?

Yes! We offer carryout, dine-in, and outside seating options so you can enjoy your meal however you prefer.

What makes John's Place special?

We’re known for our hand-pressed burgers, homemade soups and chili, and unique raviolas by Maretta Raviola served with homemade chicken broth. Plus, we have a private gaming area, a secret menu, and daily specials to keep things exciting!

Do you serve ice cream and desserts?

Absolutely! We have 12 flavors of hand-scooped ice cream, ice cream quarts, old-fashioned ice cream sodas, shakes, malts, floats, sundaes, and more. Perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth!

Where are you located and what areas do you serve?

John's Place is located in Peru, IL, and proudly serves customers from LaSalle, Oglesby, Ottawa, Spring Valley, and beyond. Stop by for a delicious lunch and a friendly atmosphere!

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