About Us
Big JJ's Fish & Chicken is a neighborhood soul food restaurant serving the Peoria community. We focus on hearty, flavorful comfort food, friendly service, and a welcoming atmosphere. Whether guests join us for a sit-down meal or place an online order to go, our goal is to provide consistent quality and a dependable local spot for Southern comfort food.
Special Offers
We regularly feature rotating specials and limited-time offers to highlight seasonal ingredients and new ideas from the kitchen.
Reviews
Marcus T.
Big JJ's has the best fried catfish in Peoria! Crispy breading, tender fish, and those perfectly seasoned fries make it my go-to spot for soul food on University Street.
Keisha W.
Love coming here for wings and gizzards—the portions are huge, the prices are fair, and the staff always remembers my order. True neighborhood gem for Southern comfort food.
DeAndre M.
After trying fish spots all over Illinois, Big JJ's still stands out for its fresh ingredients, authentic flavors, and that homestyle cooking you can't find anywhere else in Peoria.
Shontelle B.
Rare to find real soul food like this anymore, and Big JJ's nails it with crispy catfish, hot wings, and those Southern sides that remind me of family dinners growing up.
Terrance L.
From the coleslaw and mac & cheese to the perfectly fried fish and chicken, every visit to Big JJ's feels like authentic soul food rather than just another takeout spot in Peoria.
Jasmine R.
Big JJ's is our go-to University Street restaurant for quick dinners and family meals—great value, generous portions, friendly staff, and that classic soul food vibe that keeps us coming back.