City of Peoria to Host Honorary Street Naming Ceremony for Agatucci’s Restaurant

The City of Peoria will hold an honorary street naming ceremony at 11 a.m. on Wednesday, Oct. 15, at Agatucci's, 2607 N. University St., to celebrate the legacy of one of Peoria's most beloved and longest operating family-owned businesses.

The ceremony will dedicate a portion of Gift Avenue at University Street as "Via Agatucci" in honor of the Agatucci family and the restaurant's nearly 100 years of continuous service to the community.

Agatucci's, which will celebrate its 100th year in business in 2026, has become a cultural and culinary landmark in Peoria, attracting generations of families, City leaders, Bradley University students, and visitors from near and far. Founded in the 1920s, Agatucci's holds one of Peoria's original liquor licenses and remains under the leadership of the fourth generation of the Agatucci family.

The restaurant has long been recognized not only for its food and atmosphere, but also for its role as a gathering place where countless memories have been made. Over the decades, Agatucci's has made significant contributions to the local economy, generating a century's worth of tax revenue and providing steady employment in the community.

Mayor Rita Ali and Second District Councilman Alex Carmona will offer remarks during the ceremony, reflecting on the restaurant's lasting impact and its special place in Peoria's history. Members of Agatucci's Fan Club, a group of loyal customers who are organizing and planning several anniversary celebrations in 2026, will also make remarks and unveil Agatucci's 100-year anniversary logo.

The public is invited to attend the ceremony and join in celebrating this milestone for a true Peoria institution.