Duck City Bistro

First experience at Duck City Bistro. Friday early evening without a reservation, I recommend reservation! The chef met us at the door, inviting us in and assuring a table for us. Before going to our table we where treated the most entertaining show by the chef displaying all the main courses. This was over the top entertainment and assured us we where in for a great dinner. The waiter sat us promptly providing us a short into to the drink menu and dinner menu. The staff was very good. We ordered a vodka martini and a Margarita. Drinks came quick, top shelf drinks. A fresh sour dough bread loft with roasted garlic and fresh butter. The bread was very fresh with garlic was absolutely delicious. Ordered horseradish encrusted salmon and Blackened Cajun Mahi Mahi. It hard to describe in words the amazing flavors, rich, fresh and perfectly prepared. The mashed potatoes with the salmon complimented perfectly. The Cajun sauce with the mahi mahi worked perfectly with the Blackened slices. The roasted tomato was unique and delicious. Had to try dessert and that was Creme Brule caramelized so perfect! The wine list was small but very good selections to choose the perfect compliment. When we left we where again greeted by the chef and thanked us for choosing to dine at Duck City Bistro. Truly a unique dining experience. 5 stars does not do justice. This is a must and will be a regular stop for us.

First-time visitor and absolutely blown away. I had the filet mignon, and everything from the flavor to the presentation was beyond my expectations. Hands down the best-tasting food I’ve had in the Midwest. Duck City Bistro is on another level — I’ll definitely be back.

I had an absolutely phenomenal experience at Duck City Bistro! From the moment we walked in, the atmosphere was total vibes, warm, inviting, and filled with great energy. It's the perfect place for a special night out. The chef was incredibly knowledgeable and took the time to explain each feature of the menu, which was a nice personal touch. It was clear that they put a lot of thought and care into every dish. Our server was equally impressive, attentive, friendly, and very thorough in explaining the menu and wine pairings. As for the food...WOW! We started with a couple of appetizers, the crab cakes were perfectly crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, while the escargot was a decadent treat that we couldn't get enough of. Then came the Delmonico steak, absolutely insane. It was cooked to perfection, tender, juicy, and packed with flavor. And let's not forget the desserts, they were a sweet finish to an unforgettable meal. Every aspect of the experience at Duck City Bistro was top-notch. If you're looking for a place that delivers amazing food, impeccable service, and a vibe that makes you feel right at home, this is it. Highly recommend!

Experience was top-notch! Chef Jeremy and staff made our first time visiting a memorable experience! Loved the food and staff's attention to detail. Worth every penny.

What an absolute gem of a restaurant. I stopped in on 2/25/2025 for a solo dinner. Was greeted by the chef who gave a rundown of all the dishes, which you could actually look at while he described each. I sat at the bar and had the pleasure of being waited on by Molly. She was exceptional. I had the escargot with bread as an appetizer and then had the Chef’s Combo of veal and duck. It was fantastic. I met a gentleman who had the Cajun ribeye which you can see pictured as well. Can’t wait to be back in Davenport. This place is on my must eat list anytime I’m in the area now.

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ A Five-Star Masterpiece- Duck City Bistro is Davenport’s Crown Jewel Duck City Bistro absolutely dazzled us. From the moment we stepped inside, the service, the ambiance, and the entire experience felt nothing short of luxurious. The staff delivered impeccable, white-glove treatment with genuine warmth- attentive without being intrusive, polished without feeling pretentious. The food? Spectacular. Every dish was crafted with artistry and intention, bursting with flavor and presented beautifully. It’s the kind of culinary experience that lingers with you long after the last bite. The vibe is chic, intimate, and effortlessly glamorous. The perfect setting for a celebratory night. We were there for our friend’s birthday, and the team made her feel like absolute royalty. Their attention to detail and thoughtful touches transformed the evening into something truly unforgettable. If you want an elevated, memorable dining experience in Davenport, Duck City Bistro is the place. Pure magic from start to finish. ✨🖤🍾

Duck City Bistro – Davenport, IA My coworker and I visited Duck City Bistro this evening after our hotel host recommended it as a nice dinner option. We live in different states. I live in Ohio and she is from Louisiana We arrived around 5:00 PM without a reservation and were assigned a table immediately. Chef Jeremy Charles came in front of the display to present the evening specials, explaining the ingredients and details of each dish with enthusiasm. His presentation created excitement and set high expectations for the meal. Once seated, however, the experience shifted. We observed Chef Charles visiting and engaging with multiple tables throughout the restaurant—including tables next to us, across from us, and to our left. Despite this, he did not come to our table. When our food arrived, instead of checking on us directly, he called out from another table, “Ladies, how is dinner?” This felt dismissive and noticeably different from how other guests were treated in the restaurant.. I ordered the beef bourguignon with a glass of wine. Unfortunately, the dish did not meet expectations. The beef was tough, becoming more so as it sat, and the vegetables lacked flavor. Overall, the quality of the food was not spectacular and very disappointing, What was most concerning was the noticeable difference in interaction with Chef Charles and the caucasian guest. As one of the African-American woman in the restaurant, it was difficult not to feel overlooked. While I cannot speak to intent, the disparity in engagement made the experience uncomfortable and diminished what should have been an enjoyable evening. Based on both the food quality and the overall dining experience, I would not recommend Duck City Bistro, particularly to African-American diners visiting the Davenport Iowa area.

Had a great night out at Duck City Bistro! Jeremy the Chef was very hospitable as always. The Shrimp Cocktail DOES boast the largest shrimp I've ever seen and the cocktail sauce is weirdly addictive. The Escargot was the unexpected highlight of the meal with some of their fresh baked bread dipped into the leftover sauce. We could've eaten a bowl of that sauce. The steaks were also delicious and tender. The service was a 10/10 and we can't wait to go back!

Great food and experience. Owner is on the floor visiting with everybody and making sure everyone is getting what they need. If you ever have the chance make reservations and go.

Everything from appetizers, drinks, main courses & desserts were absolutely amazing! One of the best restaurants we've ever been to, & we travel a lot! Be prepared for an experience!

In-your-face kind of place when I wanted romantic and high-end. I didn't know what I was in for. Didn't do enough research. An "event" place, meaning to go for special events and they also try to make eating there "an event" but only on arrival. We both agreed we could live without the loud, barking entryway show going over the menu items using tired, un-appetizing example plates. I worried I was about to get food poisoning. You're on a conveyor belt of service from start to finish. Food was incredibly and inedibly salty. Carnival-like size meat portions and freak-show menu items (pork chop stuffed with ham). It's not elegant, or inventive or even simple classics. It's just brash for brashness sake. I didn't enjoy it. We were seated on the side patio which has none of the atmosphere of the restaurant inside, which is the only thing I liked about it. Good service, the staff is working very hard. This place is obviously the brainchild of the chef. I heard Chef Ramsay in my ear the whole time I was there. I didn't want such an enormous piece of meat so I got the salmon. Because the salmon was on top of the mashed potatoes, and canned crunchy onions were on top of the crusted salmon (which made the crust on the salmon mushy) it all descended down into a big salty, slimy pile that all tasted of the same thing. Garlic salt, garlic, oil, more salt. The prices are absolutely INSANE. North of $80 per plate (yes there are less expensive alternatives but very few). Frozen desserts, not house made. I will say what I liked: They serve a complimentary roasted whole garlic bulb with bread (bread comes from frozen) which if you love roasted garlic, is something you normally pay for as an appetizer. I was surprised to see that. They had a descent wine list, nice to see a Sancerre. Overall this place is overcharging its customers with really (really) bad food in clown-like huge portions with a lot of silly and tired fanfare at the doorway. And then they don't really deliver on any of it. Oh well. Happy Birthday if you like that sort of thing. I didn't

If you go to one restaurant in the Quad Cities it's got to be Duck City Bistro! It's well known for a dramatic entry presentation. The chef, Jeremy, typically will greet you at the door with a highly dramatic rendition of the night' s entrees which are showcased in a glass case near the entrance. In addition to being a lot of fun this campy spectacle really gives you a lot of detail about each dish. The chef also circulates during the meal and answers questions, talks about the food, etc. We also had a pretty heart to heart talk with our waiter, Aiden, about his life and ours. All this before we even get to the food. And then we get to the food. Jeremy, the chef, is Le Cordon Bleu trained. So the dishes have a complexity of ingredients that is not typical for a lot of restaurants. I couldn't resist the roast duck which came with a blackberry reduction on a bed of fried rice; perfectly tender with a nice crispy skin. ( I always try to not comment on portion size because it often doesn't reflect the quality of the food but Duck City is your home for the hearty appetite. ) My partner had roast salmon. Get this; the plate was a four inch high pyramid topped with onion straws, on top of the salmon, on top of garlic mashed potatoes surrounded by a moat of very mild horseradish sauce which was perfect. We topped it off with a crème brûlée that had chocolate chips in it; definitely a winner. And as you can see in the photo the roast duck dish came with my name written in sauce on the plate. So great food here in a very classy restaurant that doesn't take itself too seriously!

Absolutely AMAZING food and service. Great fun staff. Gotta try the Veal. After dinner joined the crew for some drinks and deserts. These guys are not playing around. Good old school service and food.

We came to Bettendorf to celebrate our anniversary and all the food we ate did not disappoint. Including Duck City Bistro. Parking is street parking, or there is a parking garage that is nearby. From arriving, our server, who was also the one that explained our main entrees at the entrance was very knowledgeable and entertaining. In fact, the whole crew was entertaining, the vibes were amazing from beginning to end. I had an espresso martini which they did not skimp on and made sure I got every oz of that pour and hubby got an old fashion, both were delicious. Hubby got the duck as his entrée and it was cooked to perfection. Very tender, tasty and savory. My NY strip was huge, I was only able to eat a little more than a quarter of it. It was cooked well, had the char taste and rissoto was very savory. We did not have room for dessert, but since it was our anniversary, our server still brought ups a chocolate dipped strawberry. They really made us feel special and even sat us away from crowds for our own little privacy by the window.

Fabulous! Has to be in the top 3 restaurants of my life. Wow! The chef immediately welcomes and tells you the specials for the night in a vaudeville kind of way. Everything sounds amazing. We had the smoked pork chop with Swiss cheese and ham and the veal Marsala, crab cakes and lobster bisque. Yes, yes, and yes. While I have had a better crab cake, it was still fantastic. The lobster bisque was perfect and not sweet but savory. The garlic creamy salad was super garlicky and creamy. The bread was a little more browned and amazing with the roasted garlic to spread on the bread with butter. The pork chop smoked with ham and Swiss cheese was the best I have ever had and there was something magical about the crust on the outside of the pork. My husband loved the stewed apples. The veal Marsala was almost too sweet and yet I loved it. There was plenty of sauce. The mashed potatoes had a slight crust and were creamy and full of flavor. There was no room for dessert but they gave us a chocolate covered strawberry. BRAVO!! The waitress must have been new but I never base my review on the service.

The awesomes: Chef is very enthusiastic and is very present. Leaves a few Easter eggs at some tables. Look hard and you will find. The food for most part is very good. Not everything. But most things. Study the reviews and order smartly. Servers. Are young kids. So not the sophisticated level you might expect at the price point. However, they always smile, pay a lot of attention to you and find out answers when they don't know. The less than awesomes: Prices are higher than quality level calls for. There are many examples, but one that really stands out is the shrimp cocktail. Chef brags on website and in person that these are the biggest shrimp you will find. Um, no. Compared to any steakhouse in a big city, these are not huge. And he charges about 20 dollars for theee of them (approximately $7 per shrimp?!). You can go to a good level grocery store and get same size for about 14 dollars a pound. Some of the best ingredients get buried in heavy sauces and mashed potatoes. Morel mushrooms for example, the morel appetizer breads and fries them. They may as well be anything. The morel flavor is gone. Or veal medallion dish with morels. Buried in heavy brown sauce on top of huge pile of mashed potatoes. Cannot taste the morels. Other similar missteps. Recommend skip dishes with the heavy sauces. Or you will not experience flavor of the main ingredient. On plus side, his morel bisque and his eacargot as appetizers are both excellent and uniquely done. For entree, suggest you definitely explore some of the specials as they show effort at creating something tasty with more unique ingredients. The wine list. Omg, this list is basically 10-15 dollar bottom level wines being portrayed as sophisticated and marked up about 400 percent. Then there are a couple of excellent quality wines but they are marked up more than 400 percent. I don't mind paying up for wine but please spend some effort cultivating a good list. Not the wines you can get at happy hour at most other bars and restaurants. There are one or two wines on list that are unique and fairly priced. Like the Easter eggs scattered around the restaurant, if you find and order one of these, you won't be disappointed. Conclusion: Despite the con's, highly recommend. Fun experience and if smart in ordering, is very good meal. Also, did I mention this is the Quad Cities??! For small town dining, this blows away anything else. Finally, the chef. He is very into it and into you. In a good way. Go and enjoy.

Wow. Fantastic dinner last night. Thursday night. The owner/chef was greeting patrons at the door and going over the nightly specials. Very nice guy. The menu looked amazing. Opted to sit at the bar and so glad we did. Our server/bartender was outstanding. A cute young woman who knew the menu, was very attentive to our needs, and was as personable as could be. Holly is a keeper! Our steaks were cooked to perfection. The sides were delicious too. Washed down with a martini and it made for a perfect evening.

RACIST RESTAURANT! My friend and I were having a beautiful weekend away from the city in this lovely little town in Iowa, and we decided to go out for dinner. So we called this place to make a reservation or check the wait time since it was Saturday. The person who answered our call said there was no need, that there was no wait, and that they had plenty of space, so we just had to show up. We arrived, and another couple had just arrived before us. We heard them ask if they needed a reservation, to which the waiter replied no, that they could sit wherever they wanted. Then it was our turn, and the waiter asked about our reservation. I told him we had just called and that they had said reservations weren't required. The waiter said THEY NEVER SAID THAT, but we had just heard them tell the couple who arrived before us that it wasn't necessary. SO! Not only did the waiter lie to us, but he also denied us service simply because we weren't white! WTF! If you going to Davenport or Rock Island avoid this RACIST places specially if you are Latino and Arabic.

Had a great dinner here. When you walk in, you are greeted by the owner who introduces the entire menu to you with charisma and excitement. I sat at the bar, ordered a glass of wine and had the duck dish. Everything was excellent. The bread with garlic you get to start is phenomenal and the duck dish was outstanding. Sure the rice/veggies lacked flavor but the sauce the duck was served with had so much flavor you honestly did not need additional flavor. I would definitely come back here and would recommend this spot to friends/family.

I'll start this review with the one positive for this establishment, the table service is quite good. My waitress was very attentive and accommodating. They can have a 2 star for that. Now on to the bad--literally everything else. Starting with the obvious; the food looks like child's play. Ingredients with no visual or flavorful synergy piled up like an arts and craft project. I personally had the crab cakes, garlic salad, and ahi tuna. The crab cakes weren't terrible but were equitable to a microwave dinner, the salad was comparable to your local pizza joint salad, and the ahi tuna makes me feel bad for the poor fish that lost its life for this "dinner special". The wine menu is overpriced, 2-buck-chuck, you can find at most convenience stores--which transitions well into the next major con. This place is madly overpriced, and I don't mean in terms of numerical value alone (I've dined at places with costs I'm ashamed to admit). What I mean is the price is just ridiculous for the quality of ingredients, preparation, and cook especially considering the location. I strongly urge potential customers to not be fooled by the concept that price=quality. It seems to be a popular place for special events or celebrations but I vehemently recommend nobody wastes their special day here. Overall, the entire experience is just tacky. When you walk in they scream the specials at you for an uncomfortable amount of time, then you are sat at your table which has sheets of paper over it with your name written in crayon, and then when you eventually (emphasis on eventually) receive the food you see hilariously juvenile sauce scribbles/writing sprawled all over the plate. To conclude I simply cannot believe this place is considered a "fine dining" establishment among the locals. ESPECIALLY for the price. I, once again, strongly strongly recommended you save your money and go elsewhere (unless you are looking for an evening of amusement looking at the clumsy attempt of a dinner service from this "Chef" who has "trained in Paris").

We went to Duck City for dinner tonight while staying in Le Claire. Unfortunately, it was a very disappointing experience. Our server was apparently new and had little training. She was unable to answer simple questions about the menu. We ordered the mussels and pomme frites for appetizers as well as the garlic salad. For our entrées, I ordered the ahi tuna and my husband ordered the smoked pork chop stuffed with ham and Swiss. Our mussels came in a bowl with no spoon to serve them, no bowl for the shells, and no little forks for pulling them out of the shells. The sauce was good, but not a good match for mussels. We asked for the spoon to dish up the mussels, and our server said, "sure, I'll take care of that for you" - then came back a few minutes later with only the little forks. We asked 2 more people for a spoon, until we finally asked a bus boy, who was wonderful and brought one immediately. The pommes frites were the only really good thing. The garlic salad was good, but nothing to write home about. The server came back and asked me what temperature I wanted my ahi tuna? I was confused - the menu calls it sushi grade ahi tuna, so I want it raw, as it should be. When I got it, it wasn't bad, but it wasn't good either. It didn't really have the great flavor I've had from ahi tuna at many other places. The wasabi that came with it definitely wasn't real wasabi, as I had a huge chunk with the few bites I had, just to add some flavor, and it didn't light me up as real wasabi will do. My husband had 2-3 bites of his pork chop, which was the size of his head, but overcooked. Of course, that was after waiting a few minutes to flag down someone to bring a knife to actually cut it with, since all we had been given was forks. The server came and saw we barely touched our food, but just asked if we wanted a to-go box. We quickly said, "no." We contemplated giving dessert a try. We asked her what the pineapple croustade was exactly and she said, "pineapple with a flaky...let me get a menu" (which we had already seen and had no description), so we just said we would just pass on dessert. We will definitely not be back!

Caution!!! Review your bill prior to paying. No prices are listed on the menu. We ordered lamb chops $70. And a NY strip steak $80. Waiter had to go ask about prices as he said he didn't know. We also ordered an appetizer of Brussels sprouts $15.95 but asked that it come when our meals arrived. Bill included an extra $15. charge and added the Brussels as an entree charging $30.95 for a small plate. When we questioned the waiter he said a lot of people complain. We suggested going forward letting customers know the price doubles in advance rather than trying to slide it through at the end. We don't mind paying $250. for a good meal but DO mind when prices are handled sneakily taking advantage of customers. BEWARE!

This was our first time to Duck City and we decided to go for our 12-year anniversary. I have lived the QC almost my entire life and when I told people I had never been before, they were always shocked. Honestly, I probably couldn't have afforded it when I was younger! We were greeted by Chef Jeremy who explained the night's menu in what I understand is his regular presentation. It was a little over the top for me, but I appreciate the uniqueness and effort. I'm just not sure if the ambiance of the place lends itself very well to a guy yelling and banging pots as soon as you walk in. I'd probably like a more informed wait staff telling me personally about the nights special. Again, this is just me and some people may love this grand entrance! We were seated right away and if you've never been here the seating is pretty packed in. As soon as we sat down, I noticed our table wobbling! I don't know about you, but this is one of my MAJOR pet peeves. I can't stand a wobbly table in a cafe, let alone a fine dining establishment! When I wobbled the table and looked underneath, the waitress said, "oh, do we have a table problem?" When I mentioned there was a dirty napkin under the table she just suggested it was probably to keep the table from wobbling. I knew that no matter how good the meal was, I would not be able to give this place 5-stars. Oh yea, the meal! We started off with the bread and the garlic. I'm not a big fan of raw garlic if roasted properly, which this was just a little underdone for my liking. Next, we went with the shrimp cocktail. These things are freakishly large. Seriously, where do you even find shrimp this big?! The cocktail sauce was slightly above average, but there is also a dangerous piece of raw horseradish dropped in the middle. Just a chunk of raw horseradish. Thankfully, we were warned about it, but how about adding it to the sauce to taste and leave it at that? Just dropping a raw piece of horseradish into the middle of a bowl of shrimp cocktail is just an accident waiting to happen. My wife ordered the lobster bisque which was just a tad on the salty side, but the texture and flavor was otherwise excellent. We were also brought the two garlic salads at the same time as the soup which felt rushed. I would have rather had the soup, then the salad to give us time to relax. Our main courses were the line caught barramundi which was a nice fish, cooked perfectly. The sides were a risotto that felt just a tad undercooked but that just might be chef's preference. The dish was also served with some vegetables which were decent outside of the carrot which was perfect! My wife had the 8oz fillet. This was the star of the show. It looked a lot bigger than 8oz and was cooked to perfection. The seasoning was nice and not overpowering. The garlic mashed potatoes was also exceptional and her dish contained the same vegetables along with an artichoke fritter. This fritter had us curious and honestly didn't sound that appealing, but I can say it was amazing! Our drinks were only a sparkling water, Diet Coke, and a mock tail. No wine or booze for us. The total of this meal was $150 before tip. I am a decent tipper, so it pushed us close to $200. I feel like this was a little on the high end, but this is a well established place with a great reputation in downtown Davenport. It is also right across the street from the Adler Theater so there is probably a premium for convenience for show goers. I will probably try this place again - but it will most likely not make it into our regular fine dining rotation. PS. Pre service check all tables and fix any wobbly ones!!

Made reservations for our 20th anniversary a week in advance so we could have a great dining experience. Arrived early and had a drink at the bar before being seated in what appeared to be a overflow area with a polka festival playing outside. Not the ombvionce we were really looking for so we payed for our drinks and went elsewhere.

Enjoyed a late night bite and drink at this cool spot in Davenport on a Thursday night and can warmly recommend it! I arrived only 20 minutes before closing but they were very kind to still serve me. I got seated at the bar where Holly and Nam were both super cool and friendly. The lamb chops were juicy and served with a tasty sauce. Whenever I have my ways through Davenport I'll make sure to stop in again!

What an absolutely amazing experience! We are French and it was very comparable to French dining (albeit the portions were a lot bigger ). The owner/chef was friendly and stopped by many times to chat with us. (We had to sit at the bar as we didn't have reservations. I would suggest making one ahead of time). We will be back at Christmas time for the cassoulet!

A meal at Duck City is an experience of culinary perfection! My favorite is the smoked, stuffed pork chop, but everything is delicious! Chef Jeremy has evolved his recipes over 30 years to the point of perfection. From the moment you enter, Chef Jeremy personally presents the featured dishes that will make choosing just one difficult! It is by far the best restaurant in the Quad Cities!

Another knock it out of the park night for Duck City Bistro!!! Our waiter had only been there for 7 months but handled himself like a seasoned veteran!! When we arrived there were plenty of tables which I totally understood. (530 on a Wednesday) By the time we left, it was packed!!! There is a reason why this occurred on a random Wednesday night. Do yourself a favor and see what all the hype is about! You won't be disappointed!!!

Without a doubt one of the best meals I have ever had. The restaurant is an exciting inviting space. From the moment you walk in you know this will be special. As we came in Chef Jeremy was standing in front of a large d8splay case that showed what the evenings specials were. He explained each one in a dramatic manner and with great detail making the choice on what to have that much more difficult. Chef stopped by our table several times to see if everything was good everything was great. The garlic salad was really good with a unique take on croutons. Instead of rock hard cubes of bread, this was more like bread crumbs and made it much easier to eat. The entrees were superb. I had the duck breast with duck confit, with raspberry sauce that was phenomenal. My wife had the crusted salmon with horseradish sauce, that she really liked. Then dessert we chose the strawberry shortcake. A mountain of berries and cream on more of a shortbread cookie. Fantastic All in all I can't say enough good things about Duck City Bistro but I know we will be back.

Best restaurant in the Quad Cities! You will never have a bad experience and there are no wrong choices.

We made reservations the night before and we were stuck in the very back corner and was then told to not sit in certain seats due to possibly getting hit...also was told they would have something written on our table as to why we were celebrating but it wasn't. I'm the kind of person where if you tell me to expect something I will. The duck was delicious and will definitely go here again if want duck. Overall the ambiance just seemed very confusing. Not sure if it was meant to be elegant or a sports bar due to the tvs and chalk brick wall. Over all, everything we had was good and Carlos was great at checking in on us. I will say the presentation from one of the servers explaining all the meals made me slightly uncomfortable due to making it a big spectacle and making it seem like it was a play with all of the theatrics.

Another amazing meal at Duck City! We recently visited for my birthday and were blown away, as we always are... We started with the filet mignon steak bite appetizer. Delicious! We chose the New York strip with risotto as our main entree. Everything was cooked to perfection and the service was outstanding. I cannot recommend this place enough. You will not be disappointed!

Me and my husband continue to come to Duck City Bistro each year for our wedding anniversary. We've also taken our mothers here for birthdays & Mother's Day. The new york strip is one of the best I've ever had, and they cook it perfectly medium rare each time I've ordered it. My husband has previously ordered the stuffed pork chop (which is HUGE) numerous times and he's also tried the beef wellington which was a special item at the time and he also loved. The brie cheese risotto that comes with the NY strip is so good and so is the special brown sauce that they put with it. The most recent meal we ate here, my husband got a bottled beer and I had two cosmopolitans. (which were a bit overpriced considering the serving size and alcohol content IMO, we'll probably skip getting alcoholic beverages in the future)- we also got NY strip steak and beef wellington (along with complimentary house salads and fresh home made bread with butter and 2 complimentary chocolate covered strawberries at the end of the meal) and our total bill was $193. We've easily spent around $130 eating at places like Red Lobster in the past. So, to eat at a cozy place like Duck City; who has excellent, speedy and attentive service- is worth the price to me. The interior is intimate, cozy, dimly lit and they're usually playing nice jazz music like Frank Sinatra. Very romantic for an anniversary dinner and a fun place to bring friends and family who are looking for a new dining experience. Chef Jeremy is extremely passionate about the food combinations that he comes up with and puts on a bit of a show to newcomers while presenting the current menu of the night. Both of our mothers found it to be very entertaining and exciting when we brought them. Overall- I'd recommend to anyone who's looking to try something new. It's also in a great location if you're planning on a night out in downtown Davenport.

Awful service food is very expensive. That's why they don't list the prices of the dishes they are not listed correctly. If you go there expect to have a minimum bill of $100 for one plate. Filet mignon was a rolled up piece of meat and not even a real fillet. The chef owner is very obnoxious and offensive. The piece and rolled up meat costs $70 and came burnt. Overrated raised prices on the new menu are ridiculous. It was very loud and I couldn't identify what kind of fillet it was because it was rolled up to look like a filet and not one The menu was new and the prices are higher than they've ever been. There are much better steak in the places in the Quad Cities. We didn't even get bread brought to the table. The food is very mediocre and not worth the price just to look fancy and low quality. The service was terrible and the Chef is not willing to hear about the quality of the food. Been there many times before, but not again.

The food never disappoints here. They are always busy and never sacrifice food quality. Very time I visit from NY it's a must stop place for me! The owner is awesome and super friendly. It's a great little place inside, gives you the high end food quality with a comfortable welcoming feel inside. People say it's expensive, and for the area it may be but I think it's worth every penny! Don't miss out on this place, you will regret it!

Started strong - dwindled after The bread comes with roasted garlic and is absolutely delicious though could use a sprinkle of fresh cracked salt. The shrimp cocktail is huge and delicious (though also asked for fresh cracked pepper) The mains were ok - my biggest complaint is they come with horrible vegetables (and I love vegetables). They're literally sliced and steamed with absolutely no seasoning. Don't put something half hearted on the plate. My husband enjoyed his duck but the rice was just rice and similarly bland veggies. My filet was slightly overcooked (ordered medium rare, came medium) and again needed salt. Also when asked the waitress about dishes she goes, and I quote, "I've never tried a single dish here so I don't know". I know the younger generation has less worth ethic but common. Have them sample your main dishes. As far as cocktail, I had a dirty martini which was fine though salty (again ordered dirty so not upset). Husband got the mistress which tasted like apple juice (not necessarily bad just not as marketed) This review started as a 4/5 but as a wrote it realized more of a 3/5....it was pricey ($150 for 2 people and not in a metroplex) and each thing left me wanting something added or different - namely seasoning.

It was a very interesting experience. When we walked in, we were immediately greeted by an overtly enthusiastic host who also appears to be the chef and owner. He explained the entire list of evening specials accompanied by visual and audio aids (think using plate covers as symbols) to assist in the spectacle. I wasn't sure if I was supposed to clap when he was done, but it was extremely impressive and got me excited. Our server came to inquire about drinks and when I asked for the drink menu he responded, "the martini menu" to which he obliged and it was exactly what he stated it would be, a martini list. I asked if there was another drink menu, but that was the wine list. Okay, so I guess this isn't the place for an Old Fashioned. Fine, I just ask for a glass of Pinot Grigio and it was okay, nothing extraordinary and I was actually kind of surprised there wasn't more hubbub around the bar since this is fairly upscale. We had the chicken skewer in peanut sauce as the appetizer and it quite good. My coworker had a Cajun ribeye and it looked pretty fantastic. My dish was the signature duck dish and it was very tasty and well presented. They even wrote my name on the plate in sauce; which is a cute little added touch. I did not like that there were not prices listed on the menu. It makes me question the reason why and that doesn't feel good. Like I know I'm gonna drop a few coins here, but going in completely blind is just an uneasy feeling as a consumer.

WOW. Duck City Bistro did NOT disappoint. My girlfriend and I had made Valentine's Day reservations and had a terrific experience here. From the moment you walk in entire environment screams "passion" and everything points to an owner/executive chef and staff who truly care. The chef gave us a funny and informative rundown of all of the features before we sat down, and our server, Aidan, was both professional and attentive, while also being engaging and hilarious. For an appetizer we had the Thai Chicken Skewer, as well as the garlic salads and bread with roasted garlic. The chicken was delicious, although I would warn itll leave you wishing you got the full entree. The complimentary bread and roasted garlic was a nice surprise and absolutely delicious. For entrees we did the Duck and the Rib Chop. While the duck was very good, the Rib Chop was up there with one of, if not the, best steaks I have ever had. It was cooked beautifully and full of flavor, and the Obrien Potatos were a great sidekick. All in All, the experience was well worth the price. Major kudos to the staff for having such pride in their work, well done.

Great experience. Chef Jeremy is amazing and the food is as well. Cajun Steak, Beef Stroganoff, etc...

Let me first start with I travel the country for work and look for the highest rated and most expensive places to eat. Here in Davenport IA I think I found my favorite restaurant in the country. As soon as you walk in the head chef takes you to the display window where the plates are and breaks down the dinner menu with passion that show in the food. The shrimp was the size of my hand and had to be the best shrimp I've ever had. The steak was grilled perfect and was the biggest 8oz I've ever had. I was truly impressed and that's not easy for me to say. On the way out you're thanked by the kitchen and the same chef that greeted you. Highly recommended!

I wish I could give this place 10 stars!! It is quite possibly the best meal I have ever had!! The restaurant itself has a beautiful ambiance. It's low-lit and relaxing. The staff is beyond exceptional and highly knowledgeable about the food. I have several dietary restrictions and they took phenomenal care of me! Obviously, I would definitely recommend!

Crazy good. Tons of fun. I love the organized chaos. This place has a vibe that you feel instantly. So, drinks: loads of giant martinis. Food: Had the muscles which were fantastic, a lot of butter and cream ( who cares, right?). Then the Caeser salad and house salad. Both delicious. We split one of the steak options and left stuffed to the gils. Definitely recommend

We love coming here when we are in town, taking the fam out. Graciously surprised with the amount of duck. The lamb though.... It's our favorite. It's unreal. The house salad is delicious, it's a hard toss up between that and the Cesar.

Seriously from start to finish....AHHHmazing!!! Great good. Superb customer service. Cute vibe!

In Davenport visiting my son (he works there). We decided to eat hear on a Friday, as my son said that the place was it's own show (and the food was good.). He was correct. The duck-fat fries were indulgent, and the martini (007, I know, cheesy) was good. The wedge salad was excellent. Good wine and the entrees were all rather good. I could not believe the size and quality of my wife's Sea Bass. Even the bread for the table was above average. Finally, the initial presentation as you enter, as the chef; a man of great volume and showmanship, goes over the stuff that "isn't on the menu." Not cheap, but TOTALLY worth going. Likely the best place in the city.

A 4 star only because the duck dish maybe could have had a better side instead of rice, it felt a bit boring ... maybe a different type of purée would have helped elevate it. The shrimp cocktail was amazing, huge shrimps and the sauce was killer. The lobster bisque was creamy and full of bold flavors. Maybe next I would try a steak dish , although the duck dish was good, the duck leg they serve is the absolute best. Not so much the breast, def no what he said.

Hard to sum up our first visit. The word that comes to mind is EXCEPTIONAL. You really just have to go and experience it for yourself. Dinner for four with a couple appetizers and a few drinks on the tab was still under $400 with a nice tip. We are hooked and will be back. Presentation, attitude, attentiveness, and quality and quantity of good...,,all spot on!

The food was delicious and the dining experience was wonderful. The presentation of the choices was very enjoyable.

When you first walk in you are greeted by a happy fun staff member. The Owner/Executive Chef Charles theatrically explains and presents the daily specials which are all plated and displayed. Once seated, service is attentive and fun. Everyone feels welcoming. It's a place that we would definitely go back to again. The food was delicious and creative.

I came in on a cold, rainy night just looking for a simple meal and a glass of wine. I didn't realize this place was "fancy"...in the sense of there are no prices for the entrees on the menu. I ordered the lobster bisque. You have to pay extra for lobster pieces, which I found funny. I also ordered a side of broccoli, random, I know. It was perfectly steamed. The service at the bar is really great but the soup was just ok. And soup is difficult to eat at the bar since it has a large ledge on it.

This was a fantastic experience! The food was amazing, and the experience and atmosphere was even better! Thank you chef and staff!

Please be mindful .... this restaurant is heavily overpriced with mediocre food and and a executive chef with an ego and attitude that is very poor... I have never been more disrespected in any of the restaurants I've been to worldwide in my entire life.

The food is amazing! The service and ambiance are out of this world. I honestly do see myself eating anywhere but here. These folks sure know how to make you hungry. The way they present the food is almost an artform. Anywhere else and i feel that you would have to pay more $$$$$.

The very best long standing restaurant around. Consistently excellent food and the service is unmatched. The atmosphere is very unique - you won't find anything similar anywhere around. Love it always and highly recommend this experience.

Great Experience! Staff and Executive Chef, Chef Charles make you feel at home. Food is over the top wonderful. His passion for food and the experience shine though. I will be back.

The chef is personable and very creative with his variety of offerings. He is obviously passionate about what he does and the enthusiasm captivates the restaurant team from the servers to the hostess and more! Amazing presentation with outstanding flavor! Keep doing what you are doing as it's working well!!

horrible experience! made reservations for my birthday was not even paid attention to. party of ten people we paid over 700.00 and it was the absolute worst experience i've ever had will not return food overrated service was terrible......