50 Best Bars near Coal Valley

“Best bar on the Illinois side“

“Food fire 🔥 Great atmosphere! Great service! Definitely recommend ! Will be bringing my family in more such nice people!“

“Small cozy with decent food and good drinks. Dinning area is smaller so I can see where things would get loud quickly. Many TVs so good for a small sports bar. Curds are great with a fantastic ranch. Portobello fries are great for mushroom lovers. Pizza oven wasn't up and going for lunch, which was a slight disappointment, but we will be back to try more meals. Would recommend if you are in the area.“

“Food is a 10 out of 10, service is a zero out of 10. Our service was Maddie and she needs to go back to waitress school. She is absolutely horrible, if I knew she was going to be my waitress the next time I went I would never go again. I could go into everything that she needs to improve on but not going to waste my time.“

“What an amazing experience we had. The atmosphere is awesome, the food is great, and the staff were incredible. The owner was super friendly and welcoming! I’ve got a family now but when I’m able to make it out this will definitely be one of my stops. Great job y’all!“

“Today we had my son’s graduation party there! Everything was set up for us amazing staff bartenders were great! Highly recommend“

“The Q is a great local bar. Go in a few times and they start to remember your name and what you like. I’ve never had a bad time there and enjoy going.“

“10/10 place and bartenders“

“Great pizza!!! Monday taco nights are also amazing! Great staff and great prices!“

“What great space with great people! We stopped by after the Reindeer Rambler 5k. It was so cute, cozy, and festive! The bartenders were so sweet, and the vibe is it! It was a beautiful day outside for December and we got to sit outside by the fire pit. The outside is just an inviting as the inside. 10/10 will be back“

“Love coming in for some late-night fried food. Especially after a show at The Speakasy. The food is great, drinks are fairly priced and the woman behind the bar is absolutely awesome! She is friendly, helpful and always gets our food out right away. Not sure of her name but she's always behind the bar after 10pm. She's the best, 10/10 service. ❤️“

“The specialty shot called the Polish shooter is the best around“

“Open jam Wednesday nights. It's a fun place to unwind or wind up. Whether you're just stopping in for a drink or night cap, or to let loose and socialize this place is highly recommended by me and plenty of my friends/acquaintances. Stop by any day or night of the week to check out the bar, video gaming machines (maybe you will get lucky), and enjoy the patio. Patio has plenty of seating and standing room, and some fire pits to warm up next to if you get chilly. The patio fire pits also provide a little more ambiance to the outdoor vibe... If you show up on a Wednesday night you will be guaranteed (by yours truly) to see and hear a decent live performance by some local up and coming artists, and some locals who just love playing live music in front of a great audience. Stop by and show your support“

“The food is sooo good. Great people work there. We enjoy the atmosphere“

“Anthony is the best mixologist anywhere. The menu is five star. Charcuterie served for 2,4, or 6. Whatever you do, don’t eat before getting there. Gary & Patty.“

“My new favorite lunch place. Food is fabulous. Absolutely love the chia tea ☕️“

“We stopped in for a few drinks because this place looked interesting, and it did not disappoint! The atmosphere is incredible, it’s packed with character, featuring everything from vintage Shriners memorabilia to old-school bowling decor. My favorite part was the sitting area styled exactly like a 70s living room. The service was truly exceptional, and the drinks were very reasonably priced. We also loved the photo booth, which is a great touch for capturing memories with friends. Such a fun, unique spot. I highly recommend checking it out!“

“I stopped in tonight for a quick drink with friends! The bartenders name was Isabelle she was friendly, attentive, and made the whole experience feel welcoming She checked in just the right amount without ever being overbearing. It’s clear she cares about her customers and enjoys what she does. I’ll definitely be back thanks to her service!“

“karoke with robert , 🎤,the food&bargirls,allens ok too😁“

“Great wine and bourbon. Highly recommend!“

“Not sure what the name of the lady who was working tonight (2/18/23) but the last few times she made our pizza was absolutely delicious please keep her 😊😊“

“Great hospitality last night at M lounge“

“I enjoy this place every time I come. Love the variety of music the customers play, the fantastic drinks the girls serve up, and the clean atmosphere! Always a place to sit even when packed (inside and out)“

“One the nicest places I've stopped in to eat, this is a bar where everyone knows your name and the food is good too!“

“One of my favorite neighborhood bars! An old school atmosphere with memorabilia to remind you of all the good times. I love playing shuffleboard while there and the staff is awesome! Food never disappoints either so make sure to check out their specials!“

“All good bartenders and beer is always cold“

“It was karaoke night. The place was hopping. Bartenders were busy. We had an amazing time. Service was great and everyone was friendly. I accidentally left my credit card behind when we left. With one quick phone call, they returned my credit card via USPS in just a couple of days. If I'm ever in the area again, we'd love to stop by again.“

“great food, great service,fast delivery,friendly people,family style,they make you feel comfortable,family like atmosphere. franks is the spot !!! Great, awesome food,great people to be around. Franks is ggggggrrrrrrreat!!!!!!“

“This is a great bar and I get highly defensive when people talk negatively of this place. The owners genuinely care. Keep an open mind and a closed mouth if you speak drama.“

“Had a great time stereo speakers sound beautiful nice atmosphere you can look out the windows and see the rock river flowing by wood trees to go with it the first Sunday of every month they have a surprise drink you must try it it's fun“

“Coming here is always a great experience. There’s so much variety in their drink menu, I really think there’s something for everyone. They don’t have food unfortunately. The back room you can rent out for events is a great place for birthday parties or other similar gatherings.
The only downside it gets pretty cramped when there’s a lot of people. The bar itself is a little cramped at times.“

“Great Monday night take out option! Recommend the Slab burger and steak tips! Delish! 👍🏼“

“Great service! Fun Friday night ☺“

“I'm an early bird, so I can't speak on the late night crowd. One of the bartenders, Bill, is a great guy to conversate with. That's why I go to bars, to talk to people. He doesn't disappoint.

The place is clean and tidy. The entrance is easy to miss. I'm not stingy, find it yourself, it's a great nook!!“

“great place good for all ages good place to rent“

“This place had the best chicken tenders / strips. Solid beer selection and drink specials. Love the cheese fries and pretzel bites.Very cool classic Budweiser mugs and signs all over the place.No idea why’d you would be in Sherrard, but get a bite and beer here.“

“Thus was our first time here! Definitely will be back! Great people!“

“Love this place! Great football spot.“

“Only good thing about this place is the view. Went last night to celebrate a birthday and I spent more time waiting for my beer than being able to sit down and enjoy my time. 10+ minute wait for a beer with only 5 People around the bar is pretty ridiculous. Needless to say I was pretty upset by the end of the night.“

“Karen and her husband are some of the nicest people I’ve ever met! I don’t drink and am always hoping that when my husband and friends and I stop at a bar that it’s comfortable and the people are nice. You will find that here for sure. We will definitely be back!“

“They put L.S.D. in the drinks to keep everyone awesome here. Granted it is only my opinion, but what else causes persons from all walks to have conversations about the defunct History Channel show "Top Shot". It WAS awesome.. Shake my hand sir. Good selection of chips, but the bags smell like pastrami.“

“lots of very nice people and great service !“

“Nice neighborhood bar. Very friendly bartenders, clean! Great place to have a drink with very friendly patrons. Slot machines, darts and pool. Has a private party room free of charge. Just have to buy drinks from bar. Also you can bring in your own food for parties. Great place!!

Parking: Lots of parking in back of bar

Wheelchair accessibility: Ramp on side door and access through back door.“

“Nice little tavern with lots of room inside doesn't look like it from the outside but it does shock you! The bar is all round in the center which is very cool! The bartender was very nice and met the other one as she was there to have a drink on her day off she was very nice! The prices are not real expensive for beers, mixed drinks, or shots! Was my first time being here and was very impressed! Live down a block and half from it and might become my little hot-spot to have a drink or two after a hard days work! Oh one more thing can't say the f word in there it's cuz its a heritage thing of theirs I don't mind cuz I don't use it that much!!! If you do you could be kicked out!!!“

“The food is spectacular! Chef Jeremy is amazing!“

“It's nice to have MLK day off from work - three-day weekends are great from school, and their just as good in adult life. After a day spent largely across the river in Rock Island and East Moline, I took a rest at home. I needed a night cap and some dinner however. What better way to accomplish both of those things than a quick trip out to a nearby bar?I have no other reason to traverse Central Avenue in Bettendorf. I live within a 5 minute drive of Central Ave Tap, but I don't need to visit Neil Armstrong Elementary, nor is there anything else along the road for me to visit currently. I've driven by before on my way to visit friends that live in the area, just never stopped in here ever for a drink or food. Well, that changes tonight - I needed a gin and tonic and a burger before bed!There's not too much to say about Central Ave Tap. Its a bar in the bottom half of a building all to itself. There're two pool tables, a few dart boards, and a long bar that runs the whole length of the space. Newish wood laminate floor covers most of the inside, as does the newer looking drop ceiling. There's a TouchTunes jukebox along the wall - one of the new variety that lets anyone with the corresponding phone app play anything they like with the touch of a button from their phone. Suffice to say, the space is well maintained and clean.I settled at the bar on my visit and got my gin and tonic to start. They only had well gin - Fleischmann's I think? - it was fine, made a good G&T. After a quick perusal of the menu, I settled on a burger and fries, both of which I got to watch the bartender prepare right from my seat at the bar. This was a new experience for me - the stove and, really, the entire kitchen area are right there, unsegregated from the rest of the space, to watch as you please. It was actually kind of neat, plus the food came out super fresh.I enjoyed both the burger and fries. The burger was a simple pre-formed frozen patty, but it tasted fresh all the same. The fries were crinkle cut, fried to crispy perfection. The total portion size was exactly what I needed for the evening - not too much, not too little.Given a similar urge, I'd come back here for another burger. It felt kind of weird just randomly coming here. The space had the distinct feeling of being a local pup, a sort of common space for mostly those that lived close by. I hope I didn't intrude much. It's definitely a nice space. Thanks Central Ave Tap!“

“I like the crowd of people. Also my husband play pool there on Tuesday night.“

“Great food. Very clean. Very affordable. Staff are very attentive and welcoming.“

“Stepping into Me & Billy’s in Davenport felt like teeing it up on a perfect Saturday—everything lined up just right. From the opening drive, Morgan and Cassidy set the tone. They played the round like seasoned pros: attentive without hovering, polite, and always one step ahead. Their cocktail game was pure shot-making—creative, well balanced, and happily customized to fit exactly what we were looking for. No mis-hits anywhere. The food? Absolute center-face contact. The chicken and dumpling soup was warm, comforting, and full of flavor—like a reliable approach shot that sticks the green. And the ribeye steak sandwich was the ace of the day: cooked beautifully, packed with flavor, and truly out of this world. That’s the kind of shot you talk about long after the round is over. The atmosphere sealed the win. With SantaCon rolling through downtown, the place turned into a holiday scramble—30 to 40 Santas stopping in, high spirits everywhere, and a festive energy that made the whole experience even more memorable. It felt like playing in a charity tournament where everyone’s having a blast and every hole is a good time. All in all, Me & Billy’s delivered a flawless round—great service, outstanding food, and a lively environment. Easily a clubhouse-worthy finish, and absolutely a place we’ll be coming back to. 🏌️‍♂️🎅“