Rhythm Kitchen Music Cafe Menu (Update 2025)

Welcome to Rhythm Kitchen Music Cafe, where vibrant flavor meets the soulful rhythms of live music. Located at 305 Southwest Water Street in Peoria, IL, this New American gem offers a menu that is as eclectic as its atmosphere.

  • Pizzas: Indulge in the Gouda Pizza, featuring smoky gouda, Italian sausage, and basil pesto, or savor the freshness of the California Dreamin Pizza with sun-dried tomatoes and spinach.
  • Appetizers: Don’t miss the Fruit and Brie Platter or the vegan-friendly Cajun Caviar, a twist on traditional salsa.
  • RK Favorites: Dine on a range of hearty options like the Gumbo Ya-Ya or the flavorful Jamaican Jerk Chicken.

Every dish is crafted with care, aiming to deliver an unforgettable experience. The harmonious blend of lively ambiance and diverse cuisine reinforces why Rhythm Kitchen is a must-visit destination for food lovers.

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. Vegan. Gluten-free.

$11.00

Portobello Pizzetta

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. Vegan upon request.Gluten-Free upon request.

$13.00

Vegetables en Crudite

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

$13.00

Chips and Salsa

Crisp tortilla chips surrounding a heaping serving of our homemade salsa. Vegan. Gluten-free.

$11.00

Fruit and Brie Platter

Mild Danish Brie, baked and topped with Jezebel sauce, served with a selection of seasonal fresh fruits and assorted crackers. Gluten-free upon request.

$16.00

Shrimp Creole with Sweet Biscuit

Originating out of French and 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.

$20.00

Gumbo Gumbo Ya-Ya

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

$18.00

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.

$19.00

BBQ Shrimp and Grits

Juicy shrimp sauteed in our homemade bbq sauce and served over creamy grits. Its a nod to the popular breakfast dish that originated in South Carolina, eaten by sailors and fishermen. Gluten-free upon request.

$18.00

Jamaican Jerk Chicken (Dinner Only)

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

$19.00

Grilled Ahi Tuna

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. Gluten-free upon request.

$18.00

Grilled Salmon

Grilled salmon filet, on a bed of tender sauteed vegetables, served with garlic mashed potatoes and garlic toast. Gluten-free upon request.

$23.00

Homemade Meatloaf (Dinner Only)

Served with a side salad and your choice of garlic mashed potatoes or red beans and rice

$17.00

RK Favorites

Pizzas

Its Gouda Pizza

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

$13.00

California Dreamin Pizza

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

$13.00

Caribbean Pizza

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

$13.00

Blackened Chicken

Smoked Gouda cheese, bell pepper, onion, and Alabama white BBQ sauce.

$13.00

Smoked Gouda Cheeseburger

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

$18.00

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.

$17.00

Salmon B.L.T Sandwich

A tender salmon filet topped with crisp bacon strips, fresh tomatoes, and lettuce with a lemon dill aioli. Served on grilled multi-grain bread. Gluten-free upon request.

$19.00

Grouper Sandwich

Grouper filet coated in our homemade blackening spice and seared in cast iron pan. Served on a sweet bun with red onion, tomato, cucumber, avocado, and white remoulade sauce. Gluten-free upon request.

$19.00

Chickpea Burger

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. It contains peanut butter. Vegan upon request. Gluten-free upon request.

$16.00

Portobello-Quinoa Burger

Roasted baby portobello mushrooms, walnuts, and garlic patties 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. Vegan upon request. Gluten-free upon request.

$16.00

Sandwiches

Kids

Kids Grilled Cheese

$9.00

Kids Burger

$9.00

Kids Mac and Cheese

$9.00

Kids Cheese Pizza

$9.00

Kids Pepperoni Pizza

$9.00

Spicy Mexican Chicken Salad

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

$17.00

Salmon Berry Salad

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. Gluten-free upon request.

$21.00

Brazilian Chicken Salad

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. Vegan upon request. Gluten-free upon request.

$17.00

Tandoori Chicken Salad

Tandoori rubbed chicken breast, grilled & servedon a bed of mixed greens with diced tomato, redonion, & cucumbers, served with tzatziki dressing& garlic toast.

$17.00

Blackened Grouper Salad

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. Gluten-free upon request.

$19.00

Salmon Beet Salad

Grilled salmon, pickled red onion& beets, goatcheese, pistachios. served on a bed of fresh mixedgreens with balsamic vinaigrette & garlic toast.

$21.00

Salads

Beverages

Sodas

$2.00

Bottled Water

$2.00

Fresh-Baked Bread Pudding

$8.00

Homemade Desserts

Sides

Creole Potato Salad

$6.00

Side Salad

$6.00

Fresh Fruit

$6.00

Creamy Grits

$6.00

Mashed Potatoes

$6.00

Red Beans and Rice

$6.00