Patios to Enjoy During the Warmer Weather
With the temperature getting warmer, the flowers blooming, and the birds chirping, being outside is a top priority. There's no better way to bask in the nice weather than sitting outside and having some delicious food. Here's Visit Quad Cities list of restaurants, wineries, and bars with beautiful outdoor patios to enjoy this season.
Front Street Pub & Eatery - 208 E River Dr, Davenport, IA. For an industrial aesthetic, Front Street Pub & Eatery has the perfect outdoor space to offer. This patio is complete with industrial beams, patio chairs with umbrellas, and fairy lights. This patio is also dog friendly, so you can enjoy their house beers and American classic food with your furry friend.
Mississippi River Distiling Comany - 229 N Cody Rd, Le Claire, IA. Enjoy a drink at a locally made and sourced distillery. The Mississippi River Distiling Company offers a beautiful view of the Mississippi River from their patio space or their rooftop event space. With shaded seating, lights, greenery, and the downtown LeClaire vibe, there's no better way to enjoy the warm weather.
Bent River Brewing Company - 1413 5th Ave, Moline, IL. Bent River Brewing Company has a spacious beer garden with an industrial vibe. Exposed brick, vines, and with it's own fermenting and bottling on sight, this patio is a great place to sit back and relax.
The Tangled Wood - 3636 Tanglewood Rd, Bettendorf, IA. There are vast outdoor amentities at The Tangled Wood. Munch on their unique sandwiches, pizzas, classic burgers or appetizers, and then play a game of Bocce Ball, bags, or listen to live music at their outdoor amphitheater. Or, sip on drinks at their outdoor bar and eat a pizza from their wood fire pizza oven. You can also bring your furry friend as this outdoor space is dog friendly.
Sippi's American Grill & Craft Beer - 406 W 2nd St, Davenport, IA. Sippi's American Grill & Craft Beer offers a spacious patio seating area. Serving American favorites, seafood, and a wide selection of craft drinks, there's plenty to choose from as you enjoy their atmosphere.
Soi 2 Thai - 1825 2nd Ave, Rock Island, IL. Enjoy Thai flavors as you bask in the warm weather. Their seasonal patio is a great way to enjoy the atmosphere of downtown Rock Island's “The District” and dine on classic Thai food like noodles, pad thai, fried rice, and their own unique menu.
Old Oakes Winery - 10814 1st St W, Milan, IL. This enormous outdoor and patio space is the perfect place to soak up the warm weather. With a rustic patio, featuring wooden beams, lounge chairs, and decorative vases, to set the vibe. Dine on their flatbreads, charcuterie boards, and deserts, and sip on their wine selections.
Jennie's Boxcar - 545 12th Ave, East Moline, IL. Jennie's Boxcar offers a bright and colorful outdoor patio. This seating area has umbrellas, a fire pit, and plenty of shaded seating. Dine on Mexican favorites such as tortas, nachos, taocs, and churros as you enjoy the outdoor weather.
Riverfront Grille - 4619 34th St, Rock Island, IL. The Riverfront Grille features an upclose, scenic view of the Rock River. This scenic view wouldn't be complete without dining on their delicious food. Riverfront Grille offers American favorites, such as pizza and burgers, complete with a soup and salad bar.
Armored Gardens - 315 Pershing Ave, Davenport, IA. Amored Gardens has an aesthetic patio with ping pong tables, faux grass, and picnic style seating. The outdoor seating features a covered seating pavillion and tables with umbrellas. Enjoy burgers, wings, and other American food with a 100 beers on tap.
Treehouse Pub & Eatery - 2239 Kimberly Rd, Bettendorf, IA. The Treehouse Pub & Eatery is a unique space made from old barn wood and naturally fallen trees, complete with a very roomy deck. Using locally produced meats and craft drinks, this location has a special taste that supports local farmers and breweries. Try one of their woodfire pizzas or create your own.
Bass Street Chop House - 1425 River Dr, Moline, IL. Enjoy upscale dining as you eat along the Mississippi river at Bass Street Chop House. This outdoor patio seats up to sixty guests, has two fire pits, and outdoor TVs making it perfect for any occasion. Bass Street takes reservations for their patio seating.
UP Skybar & Lounge - 215 N Main St, Davenport, IA. Take in the view of the Mississippi River from a rooftop. Located on top of The Current Iowa, the UP Skybar & Lounge serves cocktails and appetizers that are delicious to sip and snack on during the nice weather.
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Huckleberry's Great Pizza and Calzones - 223 18th St, Rock Island, IL. Enjoy Italian classics such as pastas, pizzas, and calzones as you take advantage of the nice weather. This outdoor seating area is a great place to enjoy downtown Rock Island “The District” from, as their patio has been newly renovated to match the downtown vibe.
D'Lua on the River - 1201 E River Dr, Davenport, IA. Enjoy a riverfront view of the Mississippi at D'Lua on the River. Relax right next to the river as you dine on breakfast items and Mexican dishes such as tacos, enchiladas, and burritos.
Take Cover Tiki Club - 1401 5th Ave, Moline, IL. The Take Cover Tiki Club has a roomy outdoor space to enjoy a cocktail or craft drink from. Try their unique creations or seasonal features transformed back in time with the vintage themed decroations and 60s music.
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Ting's Asian Fusion - 2561 53rd Ave, Bettendorf, IA. Ting's Asian Fusion has a cozy outdoor seating area. This warm environment wouldn't be complete without trying their delicious Thai dishes. Serving a selection of noodles, rices, phos, and curries, with desserts.
Wide River Winery - 106 N Cody Rd, Le Claire, IA. Relish in the downtown part of Le Claire as you taste the different wine at Wide River Winery's courtyard. Wide River Winery offers a small bites menu to pair with wine as you enjoy the nice outdoor weather. Be sure to catch one of their live music performaces throughout the spring and summer.
Cafe San Lorenzo - 321 E 2nd Str, Davenport, IA. (Seasonal) Located on the patio of the Half Nelson, this unique, pop-up Italian restaurant is a great way to enjoy the season. Try their pasta dishes or their gelato as you enjoy the aesthetic evironment.
Central Standard Craft Beers & Burgers - 2239 Falcon Ave, Bettendorf, IA. If you're looking for a patio where you can watch sports and dine on a unique take on American favorites, Central Standard Craft Beers & Burgers has you covered. Their shaded patio is set with TVs, fans, and a variety of different seating arrangments to suit your party. Their sister location, 5ive Cities Brewing - 2255 Falcon Ave, Bettendorf, IA., also has an amazing outdoor space to enjoy a drink from, complete with cozy seating, flower beds, and craft drinks, and is located just right next door.
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Kavanaugh's Hilltop Bar & Grill - 1228 30th St, Rock Island, IL. With a spacious deck and live music playing, there's no better way to enjoy this season. Kavanaugh's Hilltop Bar & Grill offers bar food and drinks great for enjoying the warm weather.
Clint's Draft House Pizza & Grill - 1630 7th St, Moline, IL. This Quad Cities style pizza place has an aesthetic atmosphere with a fenced in patio, fairy lights, and finished with flower beds. Grab a slice to eat as you relax in their welcoming environment.