Nestled along the Mississippi, Davenport is known for its riverfront charm, family-friendly atmosphere, and love of hearty, comforting food.
Its pizza scene brings together Midwest classics, inventive casual dining, and a touch of Italian tradition.
Here are Davenport’s top five pizza places for 2025:
1. Harris Pizza
A Quad Cities institution, Harris Pizza claims to have invented the famed “Quad Cities–style” pie—malty, chewy crust, a spicy tomato sauce, finely ground sausage, and strips of mozzarella cut into long strips instead of slices.
The “Harris Special” (sausage, pepperoni, mushrooms, and green pepper) is the must-try, but you can’t go wrong with any classic topping.
Dine in for the nostalgic vibe and ultra-friendly service, or order out for a local legend.
2. Frank’s Pizza
Since 1955, Frank’s has dished out traditional Italian pies in a cozy, no-frills spot right in the heart of Davenport.
Their thin-crust pizzas—especially the “Frank’s Deluxe” with all the fixings—are iconic for their perfect cheese-to-crunch ratio.
Garlic bread, homemade pasta, and classic red-checkered tablecloths create an old-school Italian experience.
It’s a local rite of passage for pizza night.
3. Wise Guys Pizza
A classic neighborhood joint with a modern twist, Wise Guys features both thin and pan pizzas, outrageous calzones, and fun appetizers.
Their “Buffalo Chicken Pizza” and “Vegetarian Deluxe” always please, and regulars love pairing a pie with one of the Iowa craft beers on tap.
With TVs, game-day specials, and trivia nights, this is the spot for gatherings of all ages.
4. Nally’s Kitchen
Fusing Mexican-American flavors with a Midwestern comfort base, Nally’s is gaining a reputation for creative pies.
Try their “Taco Pizza” (beef, jalapeños, cheddar, fresh lettuce and tomato on top) or the “Pollo Asado” pizza with tangy verde sauce.
Known for friendly service and an inclusive menu (think gluten-free, vegetarian pies, and more), Nally’s adds tasty diversity to the Davenport pizza universe.
5. Happy Joe’s Pizza & Ice Cream
Happy Joe’s is an Iowa-born classic, famous for its inventive sausage and pepperoni pizzas as well as more out-there picks like “Taco Joe” (crunchy tortilla chips, refried beans, cheddar, lettuce, tomato, and taco sauce).
The playful, family-oriented atmosphere—and a menu loaded with sundaes, malts, and shakes—keeps this spot packed with kids, teams, and nostalgic parents.
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