25 Essential Rock Island Institutions
From neighborhood classics to high-wire tasting rooms, these are the places shaping the modern dining identity of Rock Island.
Harris Pizza #1
Illinois
Family-friendly institution serving Quad City-style pizzas with creative toppings, plus sandwiches.
Arthur's Garden Delicatessen
Illinois
an everyday essential table known for disciplined deli cooking, strong local gravity, and Beam Score momentum at 79.9.
Pizza & Subs
Illinois
Casual, family-owned pizzeria offering hand-tossed pies, plus calzones, pasta dishes & sandwiches.
AL’s Burgers
Rock Island, Illinois
Service options: Curbside pickup, Delivery, Onsite services, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Serves local specialty. Popular for: Lunch, Dinner.
Happy Joe's PIZZAGRILLE - Milan
Rock Island, Illinois
Kid-friendly pizza chain known for crust choices & Mexican-inspired pies plus oversized sundaes.
Little Caesars Pizza
Rock Island, Illinois
Carry-out chain featuring chicken wings, signature breadsticks & pizza tossed from housemade dough.
Hungry Hobo
Rock Island, Illinois
Informal, counter-service establishment offering made-to-order sandwiches, soups & salads.
Soi 2 Thai Street Food
Rock Island, Illinois
Traditional Thai cuisine & drinks in a modern setting with bar seating & family-style seating.
Hardee's
Rock Island, Illinois
Fast-food chain serving fried chicken, big burgers & made-from-scratch breakfast biscuits.
Welcome Inn Restaurant & Lounge
Rock Island, Illinois
Service options: Delivery, Onsite services, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Fast service, Great beer selection, Great cocktails, Great coffee, Great dessert.
El Patron Mexican Restaurant & Bar
Rock Island, Illinois
Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible entrance, Wheelchair accessible parking lot, Wheelchair accessible restroom, Wheelchair accessible seating.
Subway
Rock Island, Illinois
Casual counter-serve chain for build-your-own sandwiches & salads, with health-conscious options.
Taco Bell
Rock Island, Illinois
Fast-food chain serving Mexican-inspired fare such as tacos, quesadillas & nachos.
Rooster's Sports Bar & Grill
Rock Island, Illinois
Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible entrance, Wheelchair accessible parking lot, Wheelchair accessible restroom, Wheelchair accessible seating.
Aunt Bea's Cafe
Rock Island, Illinois
Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible entrance, Wheelchair accessible parking lot, Wheelchair accessible restroom.
Dr. Gyros
Rock Island, Illinois
Service options: Delivery, Onsite services, Takeout, Dine-in. Popular for: Lunch, Dinner, Solo dining. Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible entrance.
Two Sisters Restaurant
Rock Island, Illinois
Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible entrance, Wheelchair accessible parking lot, Wheelchair accessible restroom, Wheelchair accessible seating.
Antojitos Mexican Restaurant
Rock Island, Illinois
Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible parking lot, Wheelchair accessible restroom, Wheelchair accessible seating.
McDonald's
Rock Island, Illinois
Classic, long-running fast-food chain known for its burgers & fries.
Wendy's
Rock Island, Illinois
Fast-food burger chain serving sides such as chili & baked potatoes.
Rudy's Tacos
Rock Island, Illinois
Long-running, low-key Mexican chain serving tacos, nachos, burritos & other casual eats.
Epic Eatz
Rock Island, Illinois
Service options: Curbside pickup, Onsite services, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Fast service. Popular for: Lunch, Dinner, Solo dining. Accessibility.
La Rancherita Restaurant
Rock Island, Illinois
Burritos, fajitas, tacos & other traditional Mexican dishes served in an unpretentious environment.
Spinner's Pizza
Rock Island, Illinois
Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible entrance, Wheelchair accessible parking lot, Wheelchair accessible restroom, Wheelchair accessible seating.
Justin’s Tacos
Rock Island, Illinois
Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible parking lot.