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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

Peru, IL | LaSalle, IL | Oglesby, IL | Spring Valley, IL | Ottawa, IL | Mendota, IL | Utica, IL

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Testimonials

On 10/14/2025 Diana O had this to say:
I love coming to John’s for lunch!! They are always friendly and very quick!! The food is also always delicious! Testimonial written by Diana O on this site.

On 9/28/2025 Stuart Kessler had this to say:
A nice local place to eat. Good food, service, and decent prices.

On 9/24/2025 Lolly had this to say:
Great service and the burger was delicious!

On 9/22/2025 Jeffrey Eide had this to say:
If soup n a samich are your thing, then this is your spot. A strong rotation of homemade soups complimenting daily specials throughout the week highlight the extensive menu. Witty and personable servers will know you by name at your second visit. John's Place has it down.

On 9/18/2025 Jblkal82 had this to say:
John’s Place is the best! They have the best soup and sandwiches, best prices and great service.

Contact Us

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

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Payment Types Accepted

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

Our Hours

Holiday Hours May Vary. Please Call For Details.

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.

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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.

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