Cozy venue, cool vibes, and killer live music…read more The Raccoon Motel is one of those places that just gets it right. Tucked into downtown Davenport, it's a small, quirky venue that punches above its weight when it comes to live music. The room is intimate--perfect for catching up-and-coming bands or stripped-down acoustic sets that feel personal and raw. The vibe is chill and eclectic, with fun decor and a layout that makes even a packed show feel like a private experience. You're close to the stage no matter where you are, and the sound quality is surprisingly solid for the size. Drinks are fairly priced, and the bar has a good mix of local beers, cocktails, and whiskey. Staff is super friendly and clearly passionate about the music scene. There's no food served here, but it's easy to grab a bite at one of the nearby downtown spots before the show. Seating is limited, so get there early if you want a booth or a good standing spot. If you're into live music without the big-venue hassle, The Raccoon Motel is absolutely worth a visit. Cool crowd, cool bands, cool bar.

Definitely a quirky hole in the wall! Everyone was pleasant, drinks were good, place was clean,…read moreand the music was awesome. It wasn't crowded and while the artist (Jason Eady) deserved a larger crowd, I absolutely love it when not many people show up to see an outstanding musician because it makes for an intimate show -- and this was. Definitely would go back!

Amazing Venue with a great atmosphere and awesome talent that gets booked! Went to a few concerts…read moreand had a great time!

It's been a while, but Monday nights at Rascals used to be a solid time. The jukebox had a good…read moreselection, pool tables were open, and of course, dollar drafts. Including Guinness. Living in Chicago now, a Guinness runs me $4-6. Paying a buck for a Guinness is a treat; paying ten bucks for ten of them is sublime. The Russian judge deducted a star for the bartender's failing to remember us. Carding your regulars might explain why there's no one there to begin with, ma'am.

Every show we have attended has been great. The staff is friendly and provides great service. The…read moretraditional feel of the ambiance is great, feels like a old style theatre. We always enjoy the show, seating is comfortable and the food/snacks/drink service works good. Popcorn always hits the spot for a show.

There are much nicer and newer concert venues in Iowa that have the Adler beat by a mile - give…read morethem a try. The Gallagher Bluedorn @ UNI in Cedar Falls, Hancher @UI in Iowa City, the C Y Stephen's ISU auditorium in Ames, and multiple halls in DSM Metro Including the DSM Civic Center, though it has squat for parking. The historic restored Paramount in Cedar Rapids after 2 major Renos is comfortable.

The area is fun. Good beer, good food. DO NOT PAY TO SEE A CONCERT AT RUST BELT!!!! You will be…read moredisappointed. I saw Clutch and Dropkick Murphys. The sound was so bad I could not tell what song was playing. It's an old brick factory, really cool to look at, really hard to manage acoustics.

The RUST BELT Horrible sound. $150 for 2 GA tix (Trace…read moreAdkins). Could NOT even hear his words at the center of the line from PP tx to GA tix. Trust me...I was there for hours. NEVER EVER will I plan to go back there for a major concert. I can NOT express enough how BAD it was.

Late night vegan dumplings and an art show?! YES, please! I was so happy to stumble into Rozz-Tox…read moreon a quiet Sunday evening while traveling through Illinois. Delicious and unique food items, Japanese teas and a funky atmosphere.

I adore Rozz-Tox. The coffee is great. The music is great. It has plenty of creative energy, and I…read morewrote a book there. Make sure you check the hours to see if it's open. Oh, the food is really good and quite diverse. I think it's the most creative coffee/tea/drinks/food place in the QCA.

Went to see soul storm band outside. Definitely need to bring chairs to sit on. Not a lot of space…read moreto sit. On a hill in the cute town of leclaire iowa. Music was awesome.

Super friendly owner! Such a cozy space for a beverage with friends and music when playing!…read moreAnxious to return!

Iconic live music bar. Legends of all genres, near and far, have all played this unsuspecting dive…read moretucked into downtown Iowa City. Two levels and a courtyard. Come early and stake out a spot front and center for your favorite band. Cool, intimate experience buuut that means it also gets crowded quick. Haven't had a problem with sound or service. Great spot to catch a killer show at an affordable price.

Who doesn't love Gabe's?…read more Reasons to go to Gabe's: 1. Uh, live music. Duh. (Peep their website for an up to date calendar.) 2. Staff is pleasant. 3. Beer garden. 4. Multiple bars (upstairs & downstairs) with cheap drinks. 5. It's fun. (And they get some good bands to play there!) Reasons Gabe's probably isn't for everyone? It's dank and dirty. The bathrooms are kind of gross. They sell cheap beer (hi, Hamms and PBR)-- you're not getting a craft cocktail here. But like, when you're going to see Smile Empty Soul or a Lil Peep Cover Band-- do you want your music venue any other way? I came Saturday to a concert. I danced my butt off. No complaints or regrets here! Love that Gabe's lives in IC-- stop by for a Pabst or a show.

Really good food, service and show. I was very pleasantly…read moresurprised. Dinner was hot, moist and tasty. Servers were hustling and working hard. The Bootleggers and the show was very well done.

The show is excellent, the dinner was average and good. The biggest issue was no air conditioning…read moreon one of the hottest days of the year, the waitress was ring and wet with sweat running down her face, and we were so hot and miserable we had to leave during intermission. And then during intermission they don't turn the lights on so you can see the steps and somebody fell. We were worried about the steps, but you really can't see them in the dark so they really need to turn the lights on during intermission when people are going to the restroom. And they need to get the air conditioning fixed because we won't be going back until they do it was really a bad experience with the heat, very uncomfortable so much so we couldn't enjoy the show we paid for

What an awesome, fun concert to go to! :-) I've been to this venue several times and it's always…read morebeen a blast! You park in a cow pasture/field where they have a tractor ride that takes you down to the Codfish Hollow venue. And the tractor runs all night, so you can always get a ride back to your car. Very fun!! There used to be so many trails to explore at Codfish Hollow but they blocked them off, which I was the only thing that I was disappointed about. There were excellent food trucks at this event and a long lawn of mowed grass to sit on with fold up chairs. And also inside the barn was good music and lights which was amazing and awesome! :-) Great place to go and listen to good music and to go and drink and enjoy yourself! I can't wait to go back!

This place has been on my list to visit for a long time. Loved that there were lots of firerings…read moredispersed around the pasture plus free, dry firewood. Not sure if it's typical but there was only 1 porto potty (it was October so most campers were in RVs so it didn't matter). My only complaint is I'm starting to turn into an old lady and don't want to stay up and party after the show so was annoyed by how loud it was and for how long after hours. The barn area was amazing and so pretty. Definitely a unique concert experience. Ticket prices are reasonable but can go quickly.

Epic, breath taking, a must see!…read more From their ballets, film and orchestra, to play productions and live entertainment. Come early for a matinee or later for an evening event. They do have bites to eat and nearly a full drink menu! (From popcorn & candy to chocolate covered strawberries -not a full menu.) Should I dress up? I say always! They practice for these events for so long, why not; however not all do. Note: They appreciate it if you do so. It's inspiring, emotionally moving, something to look forward to. Tickets to more popular events sell out so you might want to pre-order them ahead of time.

A great investment in the QCA!…read more If you haven't been to the symphony here, you're missing out. Big names from major symphonies around the country and the world do guest performances. I would highly suggest buying tickets to the masterworks series. You can get Saturday night tickets in Davenport, Iowa or Sunday afternoon tickets in Rock Island, IL. It really can't be beat.