Crane & Pelican Cafe

$$ • American, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free

Hours:
127 S 2nd St, Le Claire
(563) 289-8774

About Crane & Pelican Cafe

Crane & Pelican Cafe is a lovely restaurant known for its delicious soul food options, top-notch service, and unique historic atmosphere with views of the Mississippi River. The menu features fan favorites like the Avocado Dream, Lavender Lemon Cake, and bone-in pork chop, as well as seasonal dishes and vegetarian options. Customers praise the homemade ice cream, amazing chicken salad sandwich, and garlic side salad. This restaurant has become a popular lunch spot, providing a delightful dining experience for all. The owner and staff work hard to serve good food in a welcoming atmosphere, with a rotating menu, local beer and wine selection, and Mandy's bloody marys.

In addition to its regular offerings, Crane & Pelican Cafe hosts special events, such as wine tasting dinners featuring assorted seafood dishes. Guests have noted the incredible staff and owner, who go above and beyond to ensure memorable experiences, earning compliments for their service and atmosphere. Many visitors find the pricing reasonable and appreciate the quick communication with the owner during event planning. This special restaurant continues to be a beloved part of the community, drawing in both locals and newcomers alike.

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Crane & Pelican Cafe Reviews

4.6
291 ratings
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Food
4.6
Atmosphere
4.7
Service
4.7

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Excellent atmosphere and amazingly prepared food! My husband and I visited here last night, and we both were raving about the food. The salads were fresh and super tasty. The pecan crusted salmon with blueberries was unlike anything we’ve had but in the very best way. Pleasant atmosphere for good conversations and kind staff. We’ll be back often! Great job everyone!

I love this restaurant so much. I love the rotating menu with new seasonal dishes and fan favorites. I love the location in a historic home. I love the owner and staff and how hard they work to serve good food in a welcoming atmosphere. Some of my favorite dishes include the pickle soup, garlic salad, salmon sandwich, meatloaf, lobster bisque, Reuben sandwich, orange crepes, and (right now) the crawfish Étouffée. I love the local beer and wine selection as well as Mandy’s...read full review

We went for date night and everything was AMAZING! It was our first time but definitely not our last visit to this beautiful establishment 😍

Both entrees (Blackened tilapia and Bleu cheese crusted steak) were delicious and my husband LOVED the pumpkin soup and I will be back for the bruschetta 😋

Thanks for a great night out!

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Hours

Monday 11AM - 2PM
5 - 8PM
Tuesday Closed
Wednesday 11AM - 2PM
5 - 8PM
Thursday 5 - 8PM
11AM - 2PM
Friday 11AM - 2PM
5 - 8PM
Saturday 11AM - 2PM
5 - 8PM
Sunday Closed
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