Brandon's Pub & Grille - Rock Island, Illinois

Rachel K.

The portions are huge! The photos are what is left of our Brandon's Salad and Jambalaya. The food has never disappointed us, no matter what we've ordered! You gotta try this place!!

Ashley T.

Not sure why it took 45 minutes for pre-made soup from a pot and completely cold salads from the fridge? (Especially when there were only maybe 10 other people in there and half sat with drinks only at the bar...however, the soup was good and the salad was ok. I wouldn't stop next time when I am an hour before a show, but...the waitress was nice? 🙂

Joe K.

I've driven by Brandon's Pub & Grille many times on the way to other places (used to go to Cool Beanz at the top of 30th Street all the time). A recent perusal of their page revealed some good looking photos of burgers and sandwiches. In a continual effort to get out more, I opted to stop by for lunch on this particular lazy Saturday.

The interior of Brandon's tells a story of a place around Augustana College that has been around for a while, just not the entire time as Brandon's. The floors are made of that red ceramic 4 to 5-inch square tile that used to be far more common a few decades ago. All of the tables, both high top and standard, appear relatively new, as does the bar area itself. The overhead is covered in a white 2 foot square drop ceiling with recessed lighting fixtures dotted throughout. There are plenty of flat screen TVs playing a variety of different sporting events throughout the bar area with the volume from one of them playing quietly. It's all very relaxing and was perfect for the Saturday I was trying to have!

Though the burgers looked good in the photos I'd previously viewed, I opted for the traditional beef Philly cheesesteak with fries. My food was out to me within 10-15 minutes of placing my order and I soon tucked in. The cheesesteak was one of the better ones I've had in the Quad Cities. The steak was sliced thin and well grilled, the onions and peppers were seasoned properly and sufficiently rendered while still having texture, and there wasn't an overabundance of cheese on the sandwich. The fries were also great - crinkle cuts that were sufficiently cooked to have a crunchy exterior and fluffy interior, plus well seasoned. All in all a great meal!

This place has one of the same features that many Illinois bars and restaurants share - the ubiquitous set of video slots. I can't really complain that much (they're practically everywhere) but the four or five in Brandon's Pub are right on display in the bar area with only a few stanchions separating them from the rest of the seating. It would be nice if there were a little more separation of the video slots from the rest of the establishment.

On the whole, I really enjoyed the sandwich and fries I had at Brandon's. The ambiance is similarly great - the noise level was low, owing to both the drop ceiling and the low volume at which the TV volume was played. I can envision coming here for lunch again in the future. Thanks, Brandon's!

Jake L.

Great sports bar, a lot of tvs playing damn near everything that's on at the time. Their burgers are really good! Also, highly recommend the sweet potato fries with the Augie Gold sauce, that sauce is amazing!!

Jade C.

The food was really good. We loved the bread with the spinach dip. Service was remarkable too! I will definitely go back next time I'm in the Quad Cities

Mike C.

The fried pickle app was light and perfectly cooked. I had the Jambalaya and would have to say it’s the best Jambalaya in a 100 mile radius. The portion is HUGE. The ingredients are of the highest quality. The grilled 3 cheese and tomato sandwich SOOO much cheese. We’ll be back soon to try other menu items

Brittany F.

First time eating here. The Reuben is in my top 2. Absolutely fantastic! I also ordered a margarita which was perfectly made, not too strong and not too weak. Staff was inviting and friendly and the service was quick. My husband ordered the tenderloin and liked it as well. We will definitely be back.

Onita W.

Food was wonderful as always!!!
Had the jambalaya with extra shrimp