The Half Nelson

Davenport, IA · Restaurant

Rating
4.6/5
★★★★★ 4.6
Reviews
20
Rank in Davenport
#27
of 276 restaurants
City Percentile
73%
rating percentile
Address
The Half Nelson, 321 E 2nd St, Davenport, IA 52801
Phone
(563) 424-1124
Website
www.thehalfnelson.com
Status
Closed · Opens 4:30 PM

The Half Nelson is a restaurant located in Davenport, IA. It is one of 276 restaurants listed in Davenport. Its 4.6-star rating is above the Davenport city average of 4.2 stars. There are 10 photos associated with this location.

About The Half Nelson

Contemporary, chef-driven fare in retro-luxe digs in the heart of Downtown Davenport.

Hours

Saturday4 PM–10 PM
SundayClosed
MondayClosed
Tuesday4 PM–9 PM
Wednesday4 PM–9 PM
Thursday4 PM–9 PM
Friday4 PM–10 PM

Customer Reviews

★★★★★ 5.0 Sarah Woodford · Jan 2026

I made a reservation at Half Nelson for dinner from out of town, and we were not disappointed one bit! I have dairy, gluten, and peanut allergies and our waiter was incredibly versed in the menu and immediately knew what items the chef could modify. He shared that they are working towards a fully gf menu! I had lots of choices available to choose from. I had the pork collar el pastor and it was the best meal I’ve had in a long time! My boyfriend had the short rib and was raving about it the entire time as well. To top it off, the drinks are also phenomenal. Worth the stop and I would highly recommend!

★★★★★ 5.0 Carolyn Hoffman · Sep 2025

The epitome of fine dining but in a relaxed atmosphere. The employees are all friendly, unique, and down to earth. Our server, Alexis, was professional and attentive without the slightest bit of stuffiness! Better still, the food is incredible. As good as anything from a Michelin rated kitchen, hands down. Make this a must of you are anywhere in the area! My husband had a 32 Hour Braised Short Rib while I had their house made Goat Cheese Agnolotti. Superb!!!

★★★★★ 5.0 chad lienhart · Mar 2026

This is a high end restaurant that offers a variety of different dishes all made with the utmost care. I started my meal with the crab balls (these where amazing) and went with a dark red wine that paired really well with my main course of steak and potatoes. The steak arrived exactly as I had requested, medium well with a great marbling that added a ton of flavor to the dish. The size of the steak was impressive as well, they rolled out a 32 oz steak that took up the whole plate. All in all I would recommend making this a stop if you are in the area. Thank you for a great meal.

★★★★★ 5.0 Carlos ruiz · Feb 2026

Great service and food. The beef ribs were a hit. Absolutely delicious. I would recommend this place. Dessert wqs absolutely delicious

★★★★★ 5.0 Nicole Buntemeyer · Dec 2024

Where do I start with this place! The food is always incredible - Chef Connor puts his heart and soul into creating absolutely incredible dishes for the guests here. Seeing his creativity on a plate is a true treat!! Bren is always making up the best cocktails in the area also and is a hoot if you get to sit at the bar and get to know her! She is attentive, kind and checks in often. And lastly, Raven is so fun and sweet, always making our dining experience the absolute best. Her hospitality is top notch and truly, I wish every server was like her. Half Nelson - thank you for making meals memorable, having a beautiful atmosphere, hiring the best talent and giving us the best dining experience in town, consistently. This review was made in connection with a Toast promotion.

Accessibility & Amenities

✓ Outdoor Seating ✓ Onsite Services ✓ Takeout ✓ Dine In ✓ Delivery ✓ Great Beer Selection ✓ Great Cocktails ✓ Great Dessert ✓ Great Wine List ✓ Serves Local Specialty ✓ Dinner ✓ Solo Dining ✓ Wheelchair Accessible Entrance ✓ Wheelchair Accessible Parking Lot ✓ Wheelchair Accessible Restroom ✓ Wheelchair Accessible Seating

Services

RestaurantNew American restaurant

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