Family-Owned Since The 1950s, Step Back In Time At Mulkey’s Restaurant In Illinois

Why eat at a chain restaurant in Illinois when there are so many local mom-and-pop, family-owned restaurants around? Since the 1950s, Mulkey's Restaurant in Rock Island has been serving generations of families in the Quad Cities area. Offering delicious homecooked food and friendly service, you'll feel as though you've stepped back into simpler times when you dine at Mulkey's.

In 1955, Bob Mulkey opened Mulkey's Restaurant, which would become a favorite eatery in the Quad Cities. Eventually, his son Chuck, who had started out as a busboy here, took over the restaurant.

Today, Chuck's son Ryan has joined the family business. Together, this father-son team maintains the tradition of excellent food and service that Mulkey's is known for.

If you love a good, old-fashioned, home-cooked meal, you must come to Mulkey's. Known in Rock Island for its hearty breakfast, you can get your fill on homemade pancakes, omelets, egg dishes, and more.

Pictured here is the Thrashers Special made with three eggs, three bacon strips, three sausage links, ham, hashbrowns, and biscuits and gravy.

The fluffy homemade waffles come plain or with your choice of topping like strawberries, whipped cream, chocolate syrup, and chocolate chips. Delicious!

Aside from breakfast, Mulkey's is famous for its Heny Penny Chicken, which you have to order. It will surely be the best fried chicken you'll ever have!

How good do these onion rings look? Pair with a hot sandwich, like grilled beef and cheese, for a perfectly hearty meal.

When you visit a family-owned restaurant that's been in business for over 65 years, you know you're dining someplace special. So, come to Mulkey's Restaurant in Rock Island for delicious food and incredible service that will make you want to come back again and again.

Have you been to Mulkey's Restaurant in Rock Island? If you have, what's your favorite thing about it? Tell us in the comments! To learn more about Mulkey's Restaurant and see a menu, visit the website and follow the Facebook page.

For more restaurants to get a homecooked meal, you can click here to read about nine mom-and-pop restaurants in Illinois.