Harry Croton
"You Gotta Eat!" host and producer
East Peoria, IL
Harry Croton is a producer for 25 News and the current host of ‘You Gotta Eat!’
Harry joined the team in January 2021 and spent nearly two years as the weekend anchor. He began hosting YGE in September 2022.
Before starting a career in journalism, Harry worked nearly a decade in the restaurant business as a server and bartender. He credits his love for food to his mother, Pam, who has written and published several cookbooks.
You can catch Harry on all-new episodes of “You Gotta Eat!” every Thursday on 25 News at 6:00 p.m.
If you have a restaurant suggestion, click here, or email Harry at hcroton@week.com
There’s nothing like a meal by the river. This week, Harry heads to a popular spot in East Peoria serving up great food and an even better view.
Harry heads to Marshall County to revisit one of his favorite dishes: barbecue!
Harry heads to a local staple that combines high-quality food with a laid-back mood.
Mediterranean munchies are on the menu as Harry heads to a popular spot in Peoria serving up all kinds of unique pub-grub.
A spot in Pekin is serving up hearty, homemade plates, and the staff is entirely comprised of students at the local high school!
Word on the street is, a new spot just opened in Peoria and it is bringing some killer flavor to the downtown area.
It is cold out there! Harry heads to Bloomington to warm up with a fusion of flavors.
This week, we're trying an American favorite - hotdogs! There’s a spot in Peoria that’ll make it just about any way you’d like.
On this show, we love a unique treat, and there’s a spot in Pontiac serving quality cuisine you won’t find for miles.
Harry is looking for a fried chicken feast, and there’s a spot in Bloomington serving up some of the best around.
Harry is starting off the New Year with some breathtaking brunch in Farmington.
Harry is looking for some quality cuisine, and there’s a spot here in Peoria Heights where you can come to dine... and stay for the wine.
This week, Harry headed to a spot in Morton where the service is just as great as the food.
Harry is a big fan of Mexican food, and he hears there’s a new spot in Elmwood serving all kinds of south-of-the-border favorites.
This week, Harry is right along the lake looking for some food with a view.
This week, Harry is looking for some family-friendly food, and there’s a spot here in Emden serving plates you may not find anywhere else.
On a cold day, nothing tops a warm meal. Harry is back in Pekin looking to try some magnificent meats!
Harry is looking for some good old-fashioned home cooking. There’s a spot in town where you can get a great meal and bring one back for your pets.
We're in Secor for the first time, and on this show, we know small towns deliver big flavor. A local spot here is doing just that.
It’s never a bad time for tacos, and Harry found a local spot that's putting its own twist on the classic dish.
After more than 20 years managing other restaurants, Rory Klein took the leap and opened RJ’s Cafe just a few months ago.
This week, we’re looking for a healthy and hearty meal. Well, look no further than Radish Kitchen, which uses local ingredients to put its own spin on popular dishes.
A popular spot in Peoria County is serving up all kinds of crafty pies, and Harry stopped in to check if the crust is a must.
This week, Harry heads to Ashers Bar & Grill in Pekin. You Gotta Eat!
