My dad and my brother came all the way up from southern Iowa to watch a comedy show. We had time to kill so we searched up places to eat, and Mac's tavern showed up with 4.6 stars expectations were high and after devouring the food my expectations were met. read more

Stopped in before a Riverbandits game on a Sunday afternoon. Felt like we were imposing ourselves on a regular Sunday afternoon crowd. Happily they did their thing and we enjoyed our lunch. The waitress was friendly and helpful and the burger was great. read more

We love Mac's. I did notice. They need to do some repair work in the front of their building as it's going to fall down around them if they don't do something pretty quick! The food as usual is salty, but good. My sister had bangers and mash which she said was extremely salty but good. I had the Italian salad which I absolutely love. Everyone else had fish and chips which looked great. It's always a good time at Mac's! read more

Absolutely great. The food is elevated bar food. They have all the classics like burgers, wings, nachos but the quality of food is just better. The environment and atmosphere here is a pretty traditional American Irish pub. Very enjoyable and welcoming people, customers and staff. The drinks are generally the classics and spins on the classics. Mules, sours, martinis. They have been here for 90+ years for a reason. They rival big city pubs in all aspects. P.S. If you are looking for what to order just get the wings, top 3 wings I've ever had. read more

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Stopped in on St. Patrick 's day for a pint. Had the Guinness, was ok. The food specials were good. Had the Irish stew. Was pretty good. Good ambience and attentiveness from staff. read more

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While I'm traveling I like to find the the unique places, old places, historic places for new experiences and Mac's tavern was around the corner from my hotel and dates back to 1934. The place is beautiful with what looks like original tile floors and wooden bar with booths. The food smell in the air was amazing and everyone was ordering food but I had dinner plans. The staff was very friendly. After having a couple cocktails and the never ending smell of good food I said F it let me see a menu and I wouldn't have drive to the dinner restaurant and go back around the corner to my room. The buttermilk southern fried chicken sandwich with choice of flavored Mayo and side sounded really good so I opted for garlic Parmesan Mayo and frys. I opted for my fresh toppings to be lettuce, tomato, onion and pickles. The bun was perfect because it was a fresh egg wash hearty bun but not hard/dense that didn't fall apart with the hearty sandwich. The chicken breast had a crunchy tasty batter but not super thick and perfectly golden brown for a sandwich. The fresh toppings were awesome on the chicken sandwich. The frys were average and needed to be seasoned better but still ok. Overall Im a cheeseburger guy but I'm really getting into chicken sandwiches lately because they can be so good and this one was so I'm so glad that I changed dinner plans. read more

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Epic the service the food epic. Historical location. An unstoppable force that just gets better. Thanks Peter for the epic service, we will be back. read more

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We're in town visiting & decided to come here for dinner, was trying to decide what i wanted until i seen the option of the Blackberry Chipotle BBQ sauce for the wings....OMG.... The server said this was the most picked choice and I can see why. I'm usually a traditional hot wings person but this was by far the best sauce!!! I wish I had gotten the 12pc. I also had the Happy Ending drink, which also was exceptional!!! Wish we lived closer to be able to come back often. They also took a lot of time to decorate for the holidays. read more

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Service is key! I stop in when in town on business. Tonight's experience was up to par as usual. Jordan took care of me and did a phenomenal job! The food is delicious - great wings, soups, etc. but the atmosphere and vibe is what really brings you back. Thanks for a great evening Mac's. All the best read more

The Saturday afternoon burger special hit the spot and the beer was cold. Service was attentive and friendly. The bar has the character and charm from days gone by. This could be our new "Cheers!" Definitely will come back for more! read more

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We stoped in for dinner and our Server was outstanding. He was very patient, provided great recommendations and most importantly very kind. We loved their wings Thank you for a welcoming and tasty experience read more

The Bacon Mac n Cheese burger, was an overall solid meal to consume. Normally, when eating Mac N Cheese burgers, a mess could be expected in your future; however, this burger was made in such a solid way, that the mess was kept to a minimum, while still holding the taste and value of a great burger that just so happened to be topped with Mac n cheese. I highly recommend this meal if you are ever so happen to sit down at Mac's Tavern. read more

Mac's Tavern - Bacon Mac N Cheese Burger - Bars Near Me - Davenport, Iowa

Great local place that has been around for decades. Great wings, sandwiches, nachos, etc. will keep going for many years to come, great dive bar atmosphere! read more

Mac's is a good spot to meet up with friends for drinks! Very casual atmosphere, friendly bartenders, and some really good happy hour and late night deals. They also have a full menu for dinner. It's mostly your standard bar food, that arrives hot and greasy. I think the real draw for food is their wings. They have a TON of sauce options and wings are only 65 cents on Wednesday. I probably wouldn't go here specifically for food, but when the drunk munchies hit, it tastes pretty darn good. read more

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I live out of town but when I come home, Mac's is on my list! The bartender is friendly and the food is delicious. Martini Tuesday: don't miss it. Been coming here for decades and it's still the best in DT Davenport. Thanks Gary and staff family! read more

Soo good the wings were delish. The Jamaican jerk 3/10 just bbq flavor with spices. But the garlic parm was 10/10

Fist time. Service was excellent. Fish fry smelled fantastic. We had fish and Mac and cheese. Both were excellent. All this and they had one person tending bar. He also waited all the tables. In the kitchen they had only one worker too! Wow. On top of that the place was clean, comfortable, and cozy. read more

Food is actually fairly priced and delicious, hard to find that nowadays but inside the vibes are priceless. Quickest way I can sum up Mac's. Easiest 5 starts I've ever given. read more

I've visited Mac's Tavern twice now, and it's a great place to hang out. I love just sitting at the bar, taking in the abundant decor. My parents bought us dinner here on our second trip, and I honestly think that Mac's has the best wings in town. I know I'll be back for more. The macaroni and cheese was both delicious and cost effective. It was around $4 for the entree size, though for a few more dollars you can add on meat or veggies. Mac's has been around forever and I can't believe I'm just now figuring out what a cool bar it is. My next goal is to get there on a Thursday night for karaoke! read more

Worst service ever! Tried to place an order through GrubHub. They never acknowledged the order. Then told the driver that they were on a limited menu because it's St. Patrick's Day. So we cancelled the item that wasn't on the limited menu. Then when the driver arrived to pick up the rest of the order they told the driver that the kitchen was closed. This is ridiculously bad service. What? You couldn't adjust the online menu for your limited St Patrick's Day menu? You couldn't mark yourself offline so that you wouldn't get online orders? What poor planning and horrible service! read more

Nothing fancy but it is our new favorite place for wings!!!! The hot honey sauce is amazing.

Good wings average burger good service good atmosphere, kind of what a tavern used to be. If I lived in the area I would be here every week or two. read more

GET THE SOUTHERN FRIED CHICKEN SANDWICH. I don't have a photo because I swallowed it fucking whole. It seriously was better than any piece of chicken I have ever digested in my entire life!!! Don't get the burger don't get the wings get the chicken sandwich read more

Great food and ambiance. Jordan was a rockstar. All seats at the bar full, large party at the back and many booths seated . He knew everyone's orders , drinks etc. he was hopping with the biggest smile and best attitude. Vintage tile floor, if that's your vibe. Nice beer selection. I recommend the Ruben , yum read more

We are from Chicago and have to say best wings!!! Had Buffalo and Parmesan garlic with a side of spinach artichoke dip!!! Excellent!!! Beer was good and cold! Will stop again before we leave town! Thanks Gary and Sasha!!! Angie says hello! read more

The word "Tavern" has lost translation. It has become generic. Walking into a vintage joint like Mac's Tavern warrants ordering a classic cocktail. We asked the "Stone Faced" bartender if he can make an "Old Fashioned". He was irritated with the request...a shit rendition was delivered. So, obviously he was only capable of opening bottles of beer. Truth be told, classic cocktails are not easy to make. A vintage tavern should be able to represent the classics and know the difference. However, none of this swayed my opinion of a unique vintage building with an amazing vibe. read more

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Can't mess up a tap beer. Service was good. Unfortunately mixed drinks might be hit or miss. Ordered an old fashioned and it was the worst one I've ever had. read more

First time here and I will definitely be back again! Upon arrival the owner came to us straight away and let us pick a table wherever we wanted on the patio. Gave us enough time to look over the menu and got us drinks right away. The smokehouse burger was absolutely delicious and the fries are super good too. Also have amazing wings and plenty of different sauces to choose from. The service was beyond amazing as well! Can't say enough great things about this place. Definitely a place to check out when in downtown Davenport. read more

Am from out of town visiting friends. Stopped here to get dinner. There was only one guy serving tables, seemed to be very understaffed for a Saturday evening. The total experience was ok. The food was good, burger was a bit overdone as it was kind of dry. But otherwise a good meal. Would try again if I came back to town. read more

I can honestly say this place had the best wings I have ever had. The bartenders were very nice and welcoming to us. We sampled 8 different kinds of wings and none of them disappointed. We will be going back for sure. read more

Mac's Tavern - Bars Near Me - Davenport, Iowa

Staff was super nice. My boyfriend loved his Mac and cheese burger but my Mac and cheese was just not what I expected.

We were introduced to Mac's by our friends. Loved the old timey atmosphere! Food was very good; we have since been there 2 more times. I hate to complain, but the only issue I have is with the service. Every time we were there, the bartenders had to wait on the bar AND the tables! We felt bad for them, there is no question. But we kind of felt like we were an imposition because they were so busy. We had what I call "drive by service", where they drop off what we asked for as they were jogging to the next table. I can't blame the staff for that: I think they need another person around dinner time. read more

I LOVE their chicken wings. Literally the best chicken wings I've ever had. If you're only coming here for drinks you're seriously missing out. Their food is so good! read more

Jordan was awesome. Place was great. Very cool old school friendly vibe. Good great. Large beer selection and fantastic classic furnishings

A friend and I are in Davenport for work this week and we like finding the places to eat that we feel are hidden gems. This one just might have been the best yet. If you want an amazing burger, killer fries, and unbeatable service then stop in here. We both got the Smokehouse Burger and we ate every single bite. Give these folks your business, they won't disappoint! read more

Super friendly local tavern. Bartenders interact with everyone, food is also pretty good! We come every couple years from IL and always make sure to stop in, have a few drinks and grab a T-shirt. Definitely a place to stop in! read more

Fantastic service and food. Serving sizes were incredibly generous. The drinks were amazing. The service was wonderful. The gentleman at the bar made us feel right at home. We found it online while were in town on vacation. We loved the atmosphere and the music. The wooden bar is beautiful. Highly recommend the macaroni and cheese and the burgers. read more

We found this little gem last year and have been back several times. The drink variety is pretty good and the food is even better. Dive bar feel with cool historical well laid out vibes. Highly recommend you stop on and try the stew. read more

Mac's Tavern is a fantastic bar in the Downtown Davenport area that offers nearly anything anyone would want from a tavern in the Quad Cities. If you enjoy a well-crafted martini, an Old Fashioned, a tasty import beer (and I don't mean Guinness or Blue Moon), or a Bud Light, the awesome bar staff at Mac's can offer you greatness. I don't eat at Mac's nearly as often as I used to, but the food there is tasty and inexpensive as good bar fare should be. The tacos are some of the best bar tacos I've ever had. The liquor selection is daunting, with varieties on all of your favorite liquors, and some more exotic fare. They can make any shot or mixed drink your little heart can muster. The beer selection is good, but not great. If you're looking for a hall of beer, ala Old Chicago or more local venues like RIBCO, you will be disappointed, but what they do have is still mighty tasty, and can handle most all of your flavor requests. The atmosphere is good, the booths are comfortable, but the real star of the show is the bar staff. They're good folk that make you feel like you've been there for years from minute one. Whenever I'm in Downtown Davenport, Mac's is usually my first and last stop. read more

After noticing the sign outside a while back, I decided to try out Mac's last night and see how it is. The inside decor was kinda cool, it had an old fashioned feel to it. The drinks were good and there was plenty of seating. The music they played was very good (especially for what I've been hearing in most bars in Davenport). Lots of more obscure indie rock instead of Top 40 type stuff. I ordered a grilled cheese and fries and I think it was the best bar food I've ever had. The staff was really nice and accommodating too. As it got later and later, the crowd naturally got a lot bigger. However, even though it got crowded the people weren't really too annoying. We will definitely be returning to Mac's in the near future! read more