Blue Spruce General Store — Restaurant in Davenport

I like this part of downtown Davenport. Ragged Records is close by, as are favorite bar restaurants like like Armored Gardens and Barrel House. I'd not noticed Blue Spruce General Store in the past, probably owing from a combination of the small sign outside their shop and the relative newness of this location. After seeing a mention of them in the Quad Cities subreddit on a post asking for the best restaurants for lunch, I resolved to try one of their sandwiches.

The interior of Blue Spruce is simple, but very inviting. The flooring is a combination of small white hexagonal tile and hardwood laminate. Shelving on either side of the sandwich counter displays specialized dry goods and drinks, while the counter itself provides views of the baked goods and deli meats available. The ceiling overhead is exposed, including the fire protection piping and HVAC ductwork. Overall, a color scheme emphasizing whites and blues makes the space feel clean and fresh. It's an interesting look overall. There's a few tables to sit down to eat at, but there's clearly intent to grab a sandwich and some other items and leave to dine elsewhere, too. It's a different sort of space for the area, and I like the feel of it.

I was here for a sandwich though, and that was definitely going to happen today. I ended up choosing the Italian. While the sandwich was being made, I browsed the drink case for some beverage choices and ended up selecting a kombucha made by Verve. On the way back to the register I also ended up grabbing some Sterzings potato chips - hadn't had those in a while, but they've been a local (and personal) favorite for years so I wasn't going to pass those up.

This is one of the best sandwiches I've had in the area in a while! The bread is really fresh - it has a nice chew and taste to it. It definitely has that "slow fermented" taste to it, as advertised. All of the sandwich meats tasted like they were fresh sliced. The large pile of arugula and bit of soft mozzarella cheese provided additional texture and contrast to the various fatty deli meats. I talked to one of the guys at the register and confirmed I need to return for the pastrami sandwich in the future. I like an occasional pastrami sandwich, and if the one Blue Spruce makes is as fresh as the Italian, I'll definitely be back.

The kombucha and Sterzings chips were a welcome addition to the sandwich. I'd forgotten how much I'd liked Sterzings - I've been back in the QCA for about 2 years and somehow hadn't had these since. Definitely need more of them in my life! I'd also highly recommend the Verve kombucha - it's the first time I'd had kombucha in a can and it was fantastic! Definitely need to try more varieties of this in the future.

If you're down in this part of 2nd Street in Davenport, you owe it to yourself to give Blue Spruce a try. It's a neat shop in an already fun part of the downtown area. Grab a sandwich, do some shopping, and make a day of it. Thanks,...

Alright, y'all buckle up cause you ain't ready for the flavor tsunami that is the Blue Spruce General Store. This ain't just any old shop, no sir. This is the Versace of sandwich shops, the Bugatti of baguettes, the Gucci of the gluten game. Let's talk about that pastrami sandwich first, because lord have mercy, it's like they captured a barbecue cook-off and crammed it between two slices of bread. This ain't your mama's pastrami, folks. It's thick, it's juicy, and set to perfection. But don't think it's just about the pastrami. Their soup? Man, it's like slurping up a warm hug from grandma. Cozy, comforting and I swear it's got healing properties. Caught a cold? Forget the doctor, get yourself a bowl of Blue Spruce's soup. And those croissants... I've seen people weep at their beauty. Golden, flaky pastries that just melt in your mouth and make you question why you ever settled for less. You bite into one of these bad boys, and suddenly you feel you're on a first-class trip to Paris, no lie homies! Blue Spruce ain't just any mom ‘n pop shop, it's a culinary haven, a gastronomic utopia, the joint where taste-bud dreams come true. Don’t...

I’ve been here 3 weekends in a row, so it’s safe to say Blue Spruce is going to be a new Saturday tradition before the farmers market! Great deli sandwiches, but their croissants are out of this world and SO incredibly buttery and flaky. Along with their daily selection of breads and croissants, there’s always something new to try (and try, we do!!). Sweet scones, savory scones, bay leaf blondies, cakes, cookies, all crazy delicious - never had anything disappointing. And don’t sleep on the cold brew! It’s really smooth and the house made syrups aren’t overly sweet which I love.

Of course, I always leave with some other random item that I find on the shelves. This would be a great place to get a gift for a foodie or pick up some special snacks for a picnic or hostess gift. There’s a great selection of elevated basics and fun brands i don’t see other places. Great vibes and you can tell a lot of thought and love goes into their food. A must visit if you’re in the area, and lots of other great local businesses in the...