Illinois is home to many types of pizza, and one of the best is brickoven pizza. These wood-fired pies are rustic, and there’s a unique pizzeria in East Peoria that makes them with fresh ingredients in any combination you like.

You have to see this pizza to believe it. Check out this great restaurant:

This veteran-owned establishment is a family-friendly pizzeria that serves outrageous pies you have to see to believe. It is located not far from Interstate 74 in East Peoria.
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In operation since late 2016, Cheese Nuts is all about fun and pizza with a New York twist.
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From the moment you walk in the door, you'll be treated to down home, friendly service and a no-frills environment where you can kick back and relax.
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When it comes to ordering, you can get just about anything you want. Need one pizza that pleases four different people who want different toppings? Cheese Nuts can assist.
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You'll want to order the John Diggie which lets you choose four different types of pizzas to clash into one.
Each brickoven pizza is made with fresh ingredients and takes about 30 full minutes to bake. Pizza makers take their time to produce the best pie you've ever tasted.
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Other menu items include wings, salads, and cheese bread sticks.
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There's also a dessert pizza that you definitely don't want to pass up. It is a magnificent treat of Nutella, Mascarpone cheese, strawberries, and whipped cream.
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Stop by Thursday through Sunday to try these pizzas. Cheese Nuts is open from 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. on Thursdays and Fridays and opens earlier (for lunch) on weekends.

Cheese Nuts Brickoven Pizzeria is located at 222 Meadow Avenue in East Peoria, and you can get more information on its website.

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