Joe’s Original Italian & Martini Bar

A classy Italian restaurant with a bar to accommodate both casual and upscale meals. It’s more expensive than most restaurants in the area.

The food was okay. I went with a group and most of us ordered the special that day – 5 layer lasagna, with a broccoli beer cheese soup. The soup was good, but low on broccoli. The lasagna was a very large portion, but unexpectedly dry. The starter bread and butter were very good.

The service was good. Our waitress was kind and patient. But, she didn’t know the prices of the specials of the day when we asked.

Overall, it’s a nice restaurant, but not worth the price.

Nice place and atmosphere. The food is good and the personnel is kind and nice.
Really like the Peoria Height area too.

I loved the place, he food was above and beyond me and my wife’s expectations.
The service was like any other place with good staff, service with a smile.
The atmosphere was fun but seemed slightly off between the light bulbs being all different colors, some lights on some off. Not sure, it was cute and homey but didn’t feel kept up. Everything was clean though!

We will definitely be returning!

Loved it! Had been here before Covid, but just retuning and it’s even better. The Cesar salad as an option without an upcharge was amazing . But the dishes were outstanding. I had stuffed chicken … one of my 2023 top meals. Spouse had chicken parm and it was as good as ever with lots left over … made for another nights meal. Service outstanding from Chelsea even if she is leaving:) Prices were great. Had a similar meal elsewhere for easily 30 or 40% more. This is a new keeper for us. Highly recommended!

My first time here and was beyond disappointed. I had heard good things and was excited about dining here. Needless to say it will be my last time. It was the most awful service I have ever received!!! My server was new or never had served before because they were absolutely clueless about everything. I’ve gotten better service at MacDonalds. You would think with the prices this place has they would do a better a job screening people before they hire them. Seriously please whoever is in charge you need to have better service and training.