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:

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
Soups Of The Day
Private Video Gaming

Our Services include:

Carryout
Dine-In
Outside Seating Available
Secret Menu
Daily Specials

Our Brands include:

Coca Cola
Maretta Raviola
Kemp's

Our Products include:

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 3/25/2025 Amber Goetsch had this to say:
First time here. The food was so good! It was so sweet watching the workers interact with the locals. Beautiful souls 💖

On 2/23/2025 Brenda Schweickert had this to say:
Love this place and soup is hot....

On 1/21/2025 Dan Vicari had this to say:
Employees were super friendly, personable and knowledgeable. Will definitely be back!

On 1/10/2025 Jim S had this to say:
Today's Italian sandwich was incredible. So, so good. My new favorite.

On 12/15/2024 Bob Tieman had this to say:
If you know, you know. Whether ordering carry out or eating there, John's Place is a great spot for homemade soups, fresh off the grill burgers and sandwiches, and don't miss the taco salad. The servers are all great, and even if it's your first time they make you feel like a regular.

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, 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.

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.

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