The Shoppes at Grand Prairie — Local services in Peoria

If you don't mind lots of walking, this is a nice shopping center. As an outdoor mall, come prepared for the weather. They do have a few umbrellas you can borrow along the walkway. It really helps if you know where you're going in advance, because you don't want to park on the opposite end, and it's really too big to just wander. There are some sculptures (Boomer the lion, bears, eagles, etc.) and at least one playground for kids (Caterpillar-themed), plus a nice open area in the middle with tables. They put a giant fake tree up for the holiday season. There is a coffee shop with some sandwiches, and some sit-down restaurants, but nothing if you want a quick bite to eat in the shopping themselves. You will have to drive across parking lots or hike to one of several surrounding fast food places if you don't like what the coffee shop has to offer. The coffee shop was really slow both times I ate there—a Subway or Jimmy John's would be the perfect addition. I usually just go to Bergner's. It's a lot of clothing stores plus Dick's sporting goods, with a few other random things scattered in between. Landscaping is pretty and...

This place needs more attention from the greater Peoria region. It sits pleasntly in the north part of Peoria with a little something for everyone. Enjoy a day of shopping without a huge crowd to filter through. Even when there is a lot of people the walk ways are built wide enough for you to still have your space while you browse. My kids personally LOVE the kid friendly play areas through out the plaza. They treat our time out as a while day for them to play and it gives me a moment to check things out. This lovely shopping district also has something no other plaza has here in Peoria, a love for the arts. You can see just by walking through the love and support shown to Peoria's local artist. From the murals to the sculptures to the filled displays of art throught the whole place there is always something to see. I don't always go to buy something. Sometimes it is a great walk and time to see the new works put up. A place with good vibes, good food, and of course...

Love bringing my son to the play area. The idea that he can run around freely and feel safe that I can watch and breath at the same time without worrying about him running off. Friendly atmosphere with all the stores. Each visit we have a different experience. Met up with friends here and our kids played. It was great. There are two tables inside for you to sit at.

One visit, a family brought in a group of kids. All ranging in age. 3 older boys youth age, tried to push my son backwards down the slide. Clearly bully's but I asked them to move along because children under 10 were present. Their mothers weren't paying attention, but I was there. Anyway, so that wasn't too cool. Might need a sign in there for older kids to keep off children's slides. Overall, always a good time, it's my sons favorite indoor spot.

Love that the play room, mothers nursing area, and facility are well maintained. Thanks so much for having this...