The legendary Theo’s Java Club, a downtown Rock Island favorite for almost three decades, is up for sale. As reported yesterday on the QuadCities.com Instagram and Facebook, owner Theo Grevas, who opened the shop in 1993, announced the move on the business’ Facebook page, posting: “Friends, I am announcing today that Theo’s Java Club Cafe and building are FOR SALE! I want to thank all of you for helping me keep this dream alive for 27 years. My appreciation for you is beyond measure. It has been my pleasure to serve you! Normal business hours will remain the same as we navigate... Read More

There’s not going to be any more brew at the ‘bou after this fall. Caribou Coffee, one of my favorite local coffee shops, will be closing their only Quad-Cities location inside the Moline HyVee on John Deere Road next month. The store posted a note this week, stating the following: “Unfortunately, Caribou Coffee will be closing Nov. 15 due to a store remodel.” Patrons of the distinct and delicious coffee and drinks have until Oct. 29 to order any retail items (e.g. bags of coffee, syrups) in order for Caribou to have them before the store closing on Nov. 15. Patrons also... Read More