What is happening at Pho Noodle House in East Peoria? Here's what to know

A colorful mural adorns the wall behind the bar where patrons will check in to the new Farmer's Buffet when it opens in East Peoria.
A colorful mural adorns the wall behind the bar where patrons will check in to the new Farmer's Buffet when it opens in East Peoria.

News of the coming Farmer’s Buffet has sparked a variety of online discussions in the Peoria community. Among these conversations, multiple people have left comments and questions about the fate of Pho Noodle House.

So, what is happening with the restaurant?

Owner Sam Mach said Pho Noodle House will continue to operate until Farmer’s Buffet opens for business. At that point, he said the entire space will become a part of the buffet.

Mach has not announced an opening date for Farmer’s Buffet.

“Probably 99% people like to see this place open back to the buffet,” he said. “Maybe 1% that’s really sad because I have to close down the noodle house.”

In the future, Mach said he may consider opening Pho Noodle House in a new location.

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The restaurant’s online menu includes dishes such as:

  • Chicken pho

  • Fire pho – which includes steak, smoked brisket, steamed dumplings, soft boiled egg and Thai chili

  • Crispy fried rice served with egg, beansprout, onion and a choice of protein

  • Bok choy chicken

The drink menu features coffee, smoothies, bubble tea and more.

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Connect with Pho Noodle House

Address: 206 W. Camp St., East Peoria

Phone: (309) 699-5668

Hours: Pho Noodle House is open from 11 a.m. until 2 p.m. and from 4 p.m. until 8 p.m. Wednesday through Sunday, according to hours listed on Google. The business is closed on Monday and Tuesday.

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This article originally appeared on Journal Star: East Peoria restaurant space will soon become a buffet