Catfish Charlie’s Restaurant at 4773 River Drive in Moline is having a grand opening today! Think you know Catfish Charlie’s? Think again. New management, a new menu and new features are waiting for you at the river’s edge. Let’s celebrate! Stop in this March for Grand Opening prices and exclusives you’re sure to love! Join us at the Quad Cities’ only true Mississippi River restaurant—you’ll be hooked on our flavors, great atmosphere and FUN! Lunch Wednesdays – Cheeseburger and one side $9.95 Thursdays – Rueben sandwich and one side $9.95 Fridays – Fish sandwich and one... Read More

Coincidentally I spent October 26th, dining at The Crane & Pelican Cafe . You’re probably wondering what’s so important about October 26th? Was it the famed gun fight at the OK Corral? George Foreman winning the gold medal in Mexico City? The Village Voice publishing the first alternative news magazine, then going on to launch the careers of some of my favorite writers who would win three Pulitzer Prizes? All of these incredible historical events are worthy of celebrating at The Crane & Pelican. However, the most important date is October 26th 1985… The date that... Read More