If you happen to find yourself in the Quad Cities and are hankering for a pizza, Frank's Pizzeria & Club Napoli is a worthwhile destination for a decent meal in a unique setting, accompanied a complimentary freak show. We dined in at 9:00 or so on a Saturday night. Three quarters of our fellow diners were obese, about a third of them supermorbidly so. We watched a single man read a ragged paperback over the largest plate of spaghetti and meatballs that we had ever seen. A wide majority of the customers were legally drunk, and the staff was composed mostly of haggard women who look ten to fifteen years older than their real age. What differentiates Quad Cities-style pizza, you might ask? The way it's sliced, apparently--bisected, then cut into thin bars. I'd never seen this technique employed, although I understand there are restaurants in Northwest Indiana that slice theirs this way as well. The pizza itself was completely unremarkable, neither as good nor as bad as any average pie that I might have had in Chicago (or elsewhere, for that matter). Cash only, but they have an ATM on site. read more

Frank's Pizzeria - Pizza Near Me - Silvis, Illinois

This restaurant has been around my entire life. They have the BEST pizza. I've NEVER been disappointed any time I've ate there or picked up our order. Everyone there are hard workers and care about their patrons!!! read more

We stopped here for a quick bite before a concert. Big mistake worst meal in years and I love pizza all kinds. The roast beef sandwich was supposed to be their specialty was a soggy mess could not even pick it up. read more

Really good pizza food waitress is fabulous a real family restaurant Fried chicken was very good to

Wow! A true classic in Silvis, IL, Frank's is hopping --- a true testament to its long staying power and popularity among the locals. Small bar, packed restaurant with family style seating and everything else you'd expect in a midwestern pizza place, including, of course, the taco pizza. Our group enjoyed the cheese, the taco, the sausage, and the meat lovers (we had a large group)! Everything was enjoyed by several generations of pizza lovers.No delivery, but take-out welcome. read more

Frank's Pizzeria - Packed house. - Pizza Near Me - Silvis, Illinois

Best retro pizza joint in the Quad Cities. This place has been here forever . Pizza is fantastic. Also try the spaghetti, fried chicken and the Italian beef . Awesome place. Should be featured on drive-ins,diners and dives. Tell Guy!!! read more

Been going here since I was a kid with my grandparents in the 80's. We live away from the Quad Cities now, but every visit we are back at Frank's ordering a large sausage pizza and fried chicken!! read more

Franks is a classic "hole in the wall" or "road side" food place. One might expect Jane and Michael Stern to be sitting at the bar. There is nothing fancy here and it has been the same since the beginning of time (though the Hamm's animated clock is now gone. People don't come here for the atmosphere per se but come for the food.The pizza actually has a rather unique crust - it is a thin variety but not the cracker dried out thin pizza crust but a nice moist delicous crust; what makes the crust truly unique is that they add malt to the crust. There are a couple places up in Chicago now that have adopted this style. For pizza's I'm partial to the sausage, which is a classic old Italian crumble style; I also think this is their most unique flavor. If you happen to have left overs, take them home for breakfast - to be eaten cold! If you aren't a pizza fan, they also have a pretty delicous Italian Beef sandwich. This comes on an Italian style hoagie with marinated thinly sliced beef and green pepper. The spagaheti with meat sauce has a nice rich flavor plus a bit of a kick. Most meat sauces can't stand alone but this one does. And it it might be odd, but the fried chicken matches anything you can around town. I know, you might not expect good fried chicken, and I can't say I'd come here for that, but I know people who do. If you want even more food, the onion rings are pretty good appetizer. Again, this is old style family Italian dining - go and enjoy. read more

While on a business trip, some coworkers and I took the recommendation of another traveler and took off to find this place. I liked Frank's. It's old and a bit haggard. Tables and chairs and walls and wood paneling have all seen better days. I'm guessing they follow a strict "if it ain't broke, don't fix it," philosophy. As far as I can tell, it ain't broke. They cut the pizza in strips here, which seems to be a rural Illinois thing. Maybe a rural Midwest thing, I'm not sure. We ordered some appetizers, a "deluxe" pizza, and a pepperoni pizza. The deluxe had a ridiculous amount of toppings on it, and was only OK. The pepperoni, though, was delicious. The crust is ultra-thin, and has a sweetness to it I haven't tasted before; definitely something unique going on there. I'd recommend Frank's if you find yourself in Silvis. There's really nothing much else to speak of in town, and this place is unique and memorable. Also, CASH ONLY. read more

Great food and fast service but no one inside was wearing masks. This is unacceptable 10 months into a Pandemic. Loved the food I carried out but I will not be returning until the Pandemic is done. read more

New to the area or just passing through? This place is legendary, a quad cities staple for multiple generations. The pizza is good but the fried chicken is even better! Don't judge the place by the looks as it eventually needs a minor update but judge it by the quality of the food and the cult following this place has. read more

Great home for QuadCity pizza. Loved throughout the QC and beyond. Disregard the stupid mask reviews.

Grew up coming here! It's always amazing!!! Love live live there spaghetti, and sausage pizza. I've always been know when I walk in as Smiddy's kid. As it was only a few spots down from what was my dads house. Always friendly staff. After my dads funeral we went in since it was his favorite spot to see if we could use the back spot for his small luncheon of about 30 people, when they realized who it was for they offered to to cater it or whatever we wanted. We opted for menu ordered. But they took just great care of us that day and went above and beyond, mad us truly feel like family and I will always be grateful. read more

In town for baseball tounament and wanted to feed team and families. Frank's hit the spot! Nothing fancy but pizza, pasta, different breads and sauces plus Italian salad more than left everyone quite satisfied! read more

Always VERY busy and full and always a trippy experience It is, despite various disputes, the original QC pizza joint. Only problem, the decor hasn't changed but the pizza has. It isn't bad pizza, but it doesn't blow you away. Plus, cash only? Poor beer selection. It may be the original but the QC has lots more to offer. read more

The pizza is delicious I have no problem with that. The problem is they do not answer their phone, they opened at 11 and I attempted multiple times. There we're times that seemed like someone was hanging up on me! So I hung up and called Clint's they answered on the first ring and was able to take our large pizza order. read more

If you are from the QCA and haven't been to Franks then you are crazy. This is a family favorite for me and my husbands families who grew up in the QCA. My husband loves the spaghetti, my favorite is the fried chicken and of course the pizza is like nothing you find outside of the qca. Silvia franks is kept just like I remember and is cash only. Great hole in the wall family tradition spot. Great stuff!! read more

Great pizza! It's a really good pizza ! The sausage is not in chunks but more like crumbled sausage! I wasn't disappointed! Nice crispy crust with a great crunch! As you get to the center of the pizza I used a fork to eat! It's not crispy! Great choice when in the quad cities! read more

Old joint w/Formica topped tables & mismatched chairs. great pizza & breasted chicken. Stay way from the spaghetti & meatballs. Cash only and bottled beer only. Been here a few times w/business associates,it's a local pizza joint. Very consistent food as I remember from the past. read more

I love this place. It's old style. Pizza is better than the classic "Quad Cities" style thin crust. I also like the fact they cut their pizzas like a pie. It allows you to pick up the pieces and handle them better than the typical long slender rectangular pieces you find at other joints. Those tend to bend and fall apart easier. Meat sauce on the spaghetti is one of my favorites. I'm always debating on whether to go with the spaghetti or the pizza. This visit I went with both. Pizza is awesome left over. If you eat in don't expect modern decor. The tables and chairs are what you would have seen back in the '60s and '70s, but I love it. It sets them apart from everyone else. They have small, medium and large tables so families of 6 or more are no problem. The menu is basic, but has a little of everything. It fits on one laminated sheet. I live in Silvis so I get to visit often. Give them a try! Remember to take cash as they don't take cards or checks. read more

Not too bad for a local pizza place. I was pleasantly surprised with their sausage pizza and the service was excellent. Family/kid friendly so I would recommend for just about anyone who is hungry and wants a pretty decent pizza. read more

Greetings! My father is the grand-nephew of 'Frank" and has been craving a deluxe pizza for years....he isn't that mobile any more, so I called Frank's to ask if we could have them ship a couple of pizzas to us....but they cannot. :( However, if someone local could pick a pizza up, they can ship it, just not directly from the restaurant. I would be willing to pay somebody for their trouble, because it would make my dad so VERY happy....please email hawkemhorns@yahoo.com if you can help us!!!! Thanks so much!!! Also, the pizza at Frank's is second to none, extremely crave-able!!!!! read more

I am disgusted!! I recently moved to town and called for delivery, as Yelp said they deliver- which is not the case. I also found out that there's only one website where you can access their 'correct ' menu. all the others are incorrect. i went to get my pizza and it was sitting on a shelf- nowhere near a warmer. i got home and realized that after asking for my pizza well done, it was soggy and undercooked. We ate anyway because it was dinner time and we were hungry. I proceeded to find a hair in my 3rd piece of pizza!!!! i am disgusted and will NEVER bother with this disgusting establishment ever again!!!! read more

Best of the Quad Cities, been eating there my entire life and have never not enjoyed a meal there.

Best pizza around, with a vibe that hasn't changed since the day it opened. Try not to be in too big a hurry, especially when they're busy- good pizza takes a few minutes. Try the sausage and mushroom. Oh, and don't forget-it's cash-only! read more

Worst pizza I have ever had. Crust was hard and bottom burnt.. super greasy and sausage taste old. Yuck!

Best pizza ever. Thanks for the great service.

Burnt & hard crust. Bottom of pizza is black & overcooked. Top of pizza is super greasy. Gross!!!

Best pizza in the United States of America -- not hyperbole, fact. The originator of "Quad Cities style" pizza, founded in 1955. Get the sausage pizza, plus some fried chicken just cuz it tastes so good. This family-owned institution is worth a trip from almost anywhere. read more

Highly recommend. Been going here since I was a kid, which is 50 years. Our favorite is the pizza and chicken. A lot of first timers say the pizza is greasy, it is because they use real cheese!!! read more

If your in the QC, you've got to go. It's not your typical pizza, it's better. Franks is tradition & you can't go wrong with anything here.

My family has been going here since I've been born. This is the best pizza you can get west of Chicago. Do yourself a favor and order the chicken. Awesome. The only thing I hate... More annoying than anything is that they don't accept credit cards or debit cards. I moved away from the area for over a decade and came back and forgot it was cash only. Had to leave to find an ATM. read more

Frank's is our go to spot for all family occasions! Best Pizza and Chicken in the Quad Cities!! Decor is a little outdated. However, It has a certain Nostalgia. Every time I walk in I am reminded of the many family get togethers and Great memories shared at Frank's over the years. It is a cash only establishment. Knowing this makes it easy. Come prepared or use the ATM available in the restaurant! Highly recommended regardless of those few minor negative details. It is definitely worth it!! read more

If I want a great QC style pizza I will order from Franks. They are a bit pricey but what you get is worth it. You cant find another pizza that tastes like Franks. They also have great fried chicken that you cant find anywhere else. The atmosphere is like an old style Italian family restaurant. A couple big pies on a long table and lots of social interaction. They also have some sports channels playing for fans and beer on tap. Franks is still a favorite of mine. read more

This is the worst excuse for a pizza place the Stromboli was nothing but a regular sandwich bread with sausage in the middle of it the salad was nothing but a cup of lettuce with horribly outdated salad dressing. The cheese garlic bread was nothing but a horrible fluffy dry cheese bread cheese that you had to have a cup of water just to be able to eat it and it didn't even come with any dipping sauce. I will never come back here ever. The pizza wasn't fully cooked in the middle either. read more

Had heard of Frank's for many years when I lived in Iowa. So this summer on my way through from Chicago decided to stop by. Did not disappoint. Nice, cheap, greasy Quad Cities style pizza. read more

Very unique pizza...QC style. Sliced in strips and covered in crumbled sausage and lots of cheese. Very heavy and very filling. But the Italian beef won me over on this trip. When the waitress said there's a ton of beef she was NOT kidding. At least a pound and a half of slow roasted Italian spiced beef roast on a sturdy roll with melted provolone, peppers and Au jus. Delish!! read more

Frank's Pizzeria - Pizza Near Me - Silvis, Illinois

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Who needs Portillo's when Frank's has the best Italian Beef around! Try the Italian Beef / Stromboli Combo sandwich all the way with mozzarella cheese, pizza sauce, peppers, au jus on toasted garlic bread - Unbelievably good and big enough for two people!!!! Frank's Italian Beef beats Portillo's hands down in taste and serving size & still under $10. In the past week, I've ate Italian Beef at both places, as Portillo's prepares to enter the QC area. Frank's Italian Beef is really a hidden gem on their menu, usually overshadowed by pizza, chicken, and spaghetti favored by family-sized orders. I think it will grow in popularity as the local attention to Italian Beef cranks up. Try the pizza while you're there, I hear it's tasty :-). Frank's has been a family favorite for us, since the 50's. read more

I love this place! It feels like a time capsule from the 1960s! If your into funky old places that aren't intentionally trying to be funky old places they just are funky old places....this is your spot! Besides the nostalgia the pizza is ok. Quad cities style similar to Harris. Franks is supposedly the original but I don't know the she history. I think the pizza is ok but nothing to rave about but it's a great stop if your into quad cities restaurant history read more

What Jon L. said in his wonderfully snarky review, but with one exception. I actually find the "unique to the QCA" pizza itself to be the star of the show. Seriously, I grew up in the area and recently moved back from the east coast and walking into Frank's is like stepping back in time as a kid in the 1960's. The only things missing are the cigarette smoke wafting from the bar and the flattop haircuts sported by the locals. I like change as well as the next guy, but there is a certain comfort in retaining a few constant's in life. Things such as vaguely familiar time worn faces and tattered naugahyde furnishing come to mind here. Stay true Frank's and don't ever change a thing! read more