Three generations of handcrafted breads, seasonal pastries, and carefully sourced pantry essentials — baked fresh each morning on W Harmon Hey.
Pete's began as a small family kitchen operation on Peoria's west side, where Pete himself learned that the best bread can't be rushed — it needs time, the right flour, and a steady hand.
Today, that same commitment guides everything we do. Our ovens fire at dawn so that by the time you walk through our doors, the smell of sourdough and buttery croissants is already waiting for you. We source locally whenever we can, support neighboring farms, and refuse to cut corners on ingredients.
Every item in our shop is either baked on-site or hand-selected from trusted regional producers.
Sourdough, ciabatta, focaccia, and seasonal varieties — all leavened naturally and baked in small batches throughout the day.
Butter croissants, flaky danishes, tartes, and daily dessert specials — made from scratch each morning with French technique.
A thoughtfully curated selection of olive oils, vinegars, artisan cheeses, local honey, preserves, and everyday essentials.
Birthdays, weddings, holidays — order a custom cake for your next celebration. We bake to your specifications with premium ingredients.
Pumpkin spice loaves in autumn, peppermint treats at Christmas, strawberry tarts in summer — we celebrate the seasons on your plate.
Pair your pastry with a cup from our espresso bar — locally roasted coffee, fresh tea, and cold drinks to complement your visit.
Our bakers arrive before sunrise so the shop is filled with fresh aroma by opening time — every single day.
We work directly with Central Illinois farms and producers to bring you the freshest, most flavorful ingredients available.
No shortcuts, no preservatives, no compromises. Every recipe has been refined over decades to deliver consistent quality.
We know our customers by name. Pete's is more than a shop — it's a gathering place for the community we've called home for decades.
"The sourdough here is the kind of bread that makes you slow down and actually taste it again. My family has been coming to Pete's for years — it's our Saturday morning tradition."
Stop by for a fresh loaf, a coffee and a croissant, or let us bake something special for your next gathering.
Whether it's a weekday loaf or a weekend celebration cake, we're here to make your table a little more special.