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Jim's Rib Haven

3.6 (143 reviews)
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First and foremost the staff here is amazing. Super friendly and welcoming. Second the food is phenomenal. The ribs are obviously great but so is the turkey and sides. The macaroni and cheese is a must get. We will definitely be back when we visit family out here again.

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Cary W.

We arrived late but everyone was very nice . We had back ribs which were so juicy and flavorful. The meat melted in your mouth. The place was family run or so it seems. Perfect pick

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Kirk J.

This is probably the best rib joint I've ever eaten in. A quad cities fixture, your meal comes with Wonder bread. They don't have a liquor license but you can bring your own. These ribs are the real deal. Slow smoked all day, chewy meaty and delicious. Great family owned shop that is a great alternative to Famous Daves or some more corporate chain. This 2019 update is to say the quality here remains the same. I used to live here and now just come here once a year for the BiX and the only thing I need to do is eat at Jim's. Sorry the pic is of just the bones, but I couldn't restrain myself. These are all meat too.

Delicious ribs and fries-a perfect combination!
Ed S.

For decades, Jim's Rib Haven have been serving up their amazing ribs to the Quad Cities. Their ribs are amazing and their sauce is boss! You can get their delicious ribs to go or take a seat and get exceptional service in the restaurant. Don't worry about making a mess of yourself, you will be offered a warm towel at the end.

a plate of ribs and french fries
Anne G.

My ribs was dry at the top and greasy on the bottom With no sauce. I asked for mild , I was very disappointed, this is the worst I have ever gotten , and when I called to tell them about it. They were more upset I posted on fb , well I'm more mad about my money , smh , they lost me as a customer

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Joe P.

Mu first time here and it was not bad. The ribs do fall off the bone and tender. I love their mac and cheese and string beans. The sides were delicious. Not too fun of the bbq sauce, but that just me. I'm not putting them down. I did enjoyed my meal and if I'm in Moline area, I will be back.

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Keyawnia R.

Award Winning Jim's Rib Haven of Rock Island Illinois Its creator James Overton 1928-2013 Created something wonderful and something sinful at the same damn time!!! * While Mattress shopping in Davenport IA, the salesman was nice and we asked him what's good to eat around here!?! * He is originally from Georgia who moved here for work recommended this place to us. * "I'm a a Georgia boy, and there isn't too many places here that cooks the food WE like to eat. This place makes me remember home! It's good barbecue" And bbbboooyyyyy was he right!!! This place isn't on social media... it's good food! But pricey! All though carry out the line was hella long! They take all forms of payment so you will be indebted to them! LoL ⁣ * This is a full rack of Baby Back ribs in their HOT bbq sauce! You want to talk about tender!!! Let me tell you these ribs were tender and Smokey. The sauce was alittle too loose for my preference BUT!!! Still very very good. I Put a dash of my favorite (my own seasoning blend ) on top to dry it off and absorb some of the sauce and babyyyyyyu it was a win! * Their potato salad was a major hit as sweet. A tinge of yellow from the mustard, sweet, and didn't have large chunk of onions and peepers . How ever that prepared that potato really shines through cooked perfectly, no too hard and certainly not mushy!! Excellent work guys! * * You have a return customer!!!!

Korey W.

I don't give 5 star reviews much. So listen up. This place is a gem. Featured on food network for their ribs. Always get the hot sauce with them to really amplify the taste. I have been searching for good ribs forever. I moved to Chicago suburbs and haven't found a place comparable. It is not a fancy restaurant and not located in the best neighbor hood but it is certainly the best ribs place I've ever been to. Their service is sub par. You will quickly realize that upon sitting down. However when the ribs are brought out and in front of you, you forget about anything else. I've never heard anyone say anything bad about this place. Pro-Tip: for a dinner for 2. order a full slab of ribs. It is 31 bucks and comes with a side (homemade mac n cheese or fries are the best choices IMO)and a pitcher of soda.

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i want Jim's Rib to come back, their ribs was the best ever out of all others restaurant, please come back

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2 years ago

Best bbq in the area by far! I moved to Colorado but anytime I'm in the area it's a stop! The place is a Rock Island institution!

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2 years ago

Best ribs and no one can match there sauce , fries are the best and service always friendly

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Chicken was super dried out and when I called to speak to them I was hung up on ..Def was not worth the 50.00 I spent for 3 lunches

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Overhyped...people go here more for nostalgia than the actual food. Seriously, Famous Dave's is Wwwaaayyyy better!

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Best ribs for 200 miles in any direction must eat these ribs. The staff is friendly the atmosphere is family nothing beats it you gotta go

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First time and it was amazing!!!! Got spare ribs, green beans, and Mac and cheese and it was soooooo good!!! You have to go!

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Absolutely delicious! Lots of meat Great service! In todays world, that's a home run. Will be back

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