Kick off 2026 with the best New Year’s Day brunch in the Quad Cities!

Whether you are craving a “QC Style” breakfast skillet, decadent stuffed crepes, these independent gems offer the authentic flavors you need to start the year right.

Don’t miss out on the most important meal of the year—explore these menus and support the local chefs who make the Davenport, Bettendorf, Moline, and Rock Island food scene so vibrant.

Order online or visit in person to fuel your first day of the New Year!

1. QC Coffee and Pancake House – 1831 3rd Ave, Rock Island, IL 61201

2. Stacks Pancake House – 1661 Grant St, Bettendorf, IA 52722

3. Jimmy’s Pancake House – 2521 18th St, Bettendorf, IA 52722

4. Tommy’s Cafe – 916 W 3rd St, Davenport, IA 52802

5. Meli’s Pancake House – 3260 Ridge Pointe Rd, Bettendorf, IA 52722

6. Cafe d’Marie – 614 W 5th St, Davenport, IA 52801

7. Monarch Kitchen – 4750 E 53rd St, Davenport, IA 52807

8. Me & Billy – 200 W 3rd St, Davenport, IA 52801

9. Foundry Food – 5055 Competition Dr, Bettendorf, IA 52722

10. Davenport Family Restaurant – 902 W Kimberly Rd, Davenport, IA 52806

11. Two Sisters Restaurant – 522 1st St W, Milan, IL 61264

12. Harlan’s Fine Foods – 3923 W Kimberly Rd, Davenport, IA 52806

13. Miss Phay Cafe – 512 Brady St, Davenport, IA 52801

14. Lemon Grass Cafe – 1419 5th Ave, Moline, IL 61265

15. Sippi’s American Grill – 406 W 2nd St, Davenport, IA 52801

16. Duck City Bistro – 115 E 3rd St, Davenport, IA 52801

17. The Nelson – 305 W 2nd St, Davenport, IA 52801

18. Tasty Cafe – 209 E Le Claire Rd, Eldridge, IA 52748

19. Jerry’s – 3703 Forest Grove Rd, LeClaire, IA 52753

Choosing an independent restaurant for your New Year’s Day brunch guarantees a high-quality, chef-driven meal that supports the local economy.

From gourmet pancake houses to upscale bistros, these 30 locations provide the best value and atmosphere in the region.

Check their holiday hours today and start your year with a spectacular local meal!