Rhythm Kitchen Music Cafe Menu

Welcome to Rhythm Kitchen Music Cafe, a vibrant gem nestled in Peoria, IL. This American restaurant is a feast for both the palate and the soul, offering a menu brimming with creative culinary delights. Start your dining adventure with Cajun Caviar, a zesty blackeyed pea salsa, or indulge in the hearty Portobello Pizzetta, where mushrooms meet a delightful mix of cheese and veggies.

Vegetarians rejoice with options like the Chickpea Burger served with a zesty kick, or the PortobelloQuinoa Burger, packed with flavor and nutrition. Pizzas are another highlight, featuring unique combinations such as California Dreamin’ and the smoky It’s Gouda.

The ambiance here, complemented by live music on Tuesdays, elevates your dining experience. Our guests praise the quality, reasonable prices, and friendly service. Don't miss their signature desserts that leave a lasting impression!

Appetizers

• Cajun Caviar

  A vinaigrette dressed black-eyed pea and corn salad with festive southern fare make up this twist on traditional salsa. Served with tortilla chips V, GF

  US$9.00

• Portobello Pizzetta (VR, GFR)

  A giant portobello mushroom, topped with a mixture of spinach, sun-dried tomatoes, red onion, cheese blend and pepperoni and baked piping hot. Served with fruit and a slice of garlic bread

  US$10.00

• Vegetables en Crudite

  An ample selection of fresh, crisp vegetables served with our homemade traditional hummus and cauliflower crust wedges for dipping

  US$10.00

• Chips & Salsa

  Crisp tortilla chips surrounding a heaping serving of our homemade salsa

  US$8.00

• Fruit & Brie Platter GFR

  Mild Danish Brie, baked and topped with Jezebel sauce, served with a selection of seasonal fresh fruits and assorted crackers

  US$11.00

Salads

• Spicy Mexican Chicken Salad

  Chicken grilled in spicy seasonings, tossed with bell peppers, onions, tomatoes & corn on a bed of greens and served with a spicy dressing and tortilla chips

  US$14.00

• Corn, Tomato & Pasta Salad

  A mix of rainbow rotini pasta, grilled chicken, fresh diced tomatoes and corn, blended with a pesto vinaigrette dressing and served on a bed of fresh mixed greens with garlic toast

  US$14.00

• Salmon Salad (GFR)

  Grilled salmon set on top of greens with red onion, bell peppers, walnuts, goat cheese and fresh berries. Served with blackberry vinaigrette and garlic toast

  US$15.00

• Brazilian Chicken Salad (VR, GFR)

  Grilled chicken breast, corn, diced tomato, carrots, red onion, bell pepper and apples, served on a bed of fresh mixed greens with balsamic vinaigrette and garlic toast

  US$14.00

• Tandoori Chicken Salad (GFR)

  Middle Eastern seasoned chicken breast, grilled and served on a bed of mixed greens with diced tomato, red onion, and cucumbers, served with a tzatziki dressing and garlic toast

  US$14.00

• Blackened Grouper Salad GFR

  Grouper filet coated in our homemade blackening spice and seared in a cast iron pan. Set atop fresh mixed greens, with tomato, cucumber, red onion, avocado and white remoulade with garlic toast

  US$14.00

RK Favorites

• Shrimp Creole with Sweet Biscuit**

  Originating out of French & Spanish heritage, our version follows closely to the tradition of incorporating tomato, onion, celery and bell pepper, and uses cayenne based seasoning. Served with rice and a sweet biscuit

  US$16.00

• Gumbo Ya-Ya**

  “Everyone speaking at once to create a new sonnet that is nearly impossible to fully understand.” It’s a mash-up of overlapping cultures. That’s our gumbo yaya. Served with rice and a black pecan muffin (crumble it into your gumbo, trust us!)

  US$15.00

• Crawfish Etouffee**

  Our Etouffee may not be as original as Mrs. Heberts, but it follows the same spirit. Simmering the crawfish tails in a blonde roux and our own blend of seasonings. Served with rice and garlic toast

  US$17.00

• BBQ Shrimp & Grits (GFR)

  Juicy shrimp sauteed in our homemade bbq sauce and served over creamy grits. It’s a nod to the popular breakfast dish that originated in South Carolina, eaten by sailors and fishermen

  US$14.00

Vegetarian

• Chickpea Burger (VR, GFR)

  House made veggie patty on an “everything bun” with greens, cucumber, red onion and tomato. Served with red beans and rice and a side of curried ketchup and spicy sriracha mayo. Contains peanut butter

  US$12.00

• Portobello-Quinoa Burger (VR, GFR)

  Roasted baby portobello mushrooms, walnuts and garlic pattied and seared in olive oil. Served on an “everything bun” with greens, cucumber, tomato and a side of roasted garlic aioli. Served with red beans and rice

  US$12.00

• Tabbouleh & Hummus Wrap

  Cracked bulgar, crisp cucumbers, fresh spinach, tomatoes, green onion, fresh squeezed lemon and parsley wrapped with hummus in a spinach tortilla. Served with red beans and rice and fresh fruit garnish

  US$11.00

Beverages

• Sodas

  US$2.00

• Juices

  US$2.00

• Bottled Water

  US$2.00

• Sweet Tea

  US$2.00

• Brewed Tea

  US$2.00

• Lemonade

  US$2.00

• Coffee

  US$2.00

Pizzas

• It’s Gouda

  Smoky gouda cheese tops a mixture of Italian sausage and garlic with a basil pesto sauce

• California Dreamin’

  Sun-dried tomatoes, mushrooms, spinach and diced red onions, with a basil & garlic pesto sauce

• Caribbean

  Grilled chicken breast, pineapple, bell peppers, onions, jalapenos, and a smokey bbq sauce

• Blackened Chicken

  Smoked gouda cheese, bell pepper, onion and Alabama white bbq sauce

Entrees

• Jamaican Jerk Chicken (GFR)

  A tender grilled chicken breast coated with flavorful Jamaican spices. Served over a saute of white rice, onion, peas, sweet potatoes and bananas

  US$14.00

• Grilled Ahi Tuna (GFR)

  A thick ruby red Ahi steak, brushed with pesto oil, grilled and topped with green onions and diced tomatoes. Served open-faced on garlic toast with your choice of garlic mashed potatoes or red beans and rice

  US$15.00

• Salmon Dinner (GFR)

  Grilled salmon filet, on a bed of tender sauteed vegetables, served with garlic mashed potatoes and garlic toast

  US$18.00

• Smoked Gouda Cheeseburger (GFR)

  Served on a toasted sweet bun with Chef Jason’s homemade bacon jam and your choice of side

  US$13.00

• Skillet Scrambler (GFR)

  Two farm-fresh eggs, scrambled in a skillet with potato, bell pepper, onion, real bacon, mushrooms and cheese. Served with fresh fruit garnish and a slice of multi-grain toast. We’ll make it “veggie” if you prefer

  US$12.00

• Grilled Chicken Breast Sandwich

  All natural tear drop chicken breast grilled to perfection. Topped with crisp bacon strips and melted Swiss-American cheese. Served on a toasted bun with lettuce, tomato and a side of house made bbq sauce, with your choice of side

  US$12.00

• Salmon B.L.T. (GFR)

  A tender salmon filet topped with crisp bacon strips, fresh tomatoes and lettuce with a lemon dill aioli. Served on grilled multi-grain bread with your choice of side

  US$14.00