Bet Sports Near Davenport, Iowa

Written by:
Mary Montgomery
Published on:
May/04/2024

Davenport considered to be the economic engine of the larger Quad Cities metro area with its many industries and a few successful Fortune 500 companies including Kraft Heinz, Sterilite Corporation, Nestle Purina, Sears Manufacturing, and John Deere, the latter of which is Davenport's biggest employer (the company employs 8572 people). 

If you are a sports bettor, Davenport, Iowa is simply Heaven.  A number of sportsbooks can be found in the Davenport and Quad Cities area.  If you are visiting from out-of-state, you should be able to use your favorite sportsbook app here as most are licensed in Iowa.  Offshore sportsbooks are accessible here as well.  If you utilize a local bookie, that website can be accessed from this region no problem.

Your Team Futures Odds

Iowa Hawkeyes Football

Total Expected Wins 2024 Regular Season: Over 7.5 (-175)

Odds to Win NCAA College Football Playoff Championship: +30000

Iowa State Cyclones Football

Total Expected Wins 2024 Regular Season: Under 7.5 (+125)

Odds to Win NCAA College Football Playoff Championship: +30000

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Rhythm City Casino Sportsbook - Davenport

The Elite Sportsbook at the Rhythm City Casino Resort in Davenport, Iowa has been shut down. 

It was previously billed as:

"The premier online sports betting service ELITE Sportsbook™ is available at the Riverside Casino & Golf Resort® and in our Draft Day Sports Lounge. Choose to bet in person in the sports book, online, or on your mobile device. It doesn't matter where you are betting, casino, resort, or otherwise, ELITE Sportsbook™ is always by your side. Our online sports wagering service is easy to use, accessible, and never too far from the action, to make sure you get the best experience possible. And if you're feeling hungry, the Draft Day Sports Lounge® is your spot to watch your favorite sports franchise while enjoying brewpub eats. We've got a massive 360-degree screen, 18 other TVs, and the best view of the game from anywhere in the house."

Information appearing on search may not always be accurate, but this is what we come up with when entering a query.

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The Riverside Casino & Golf Resort website does say they have a sportsbook operating.  The Davenport-based sportsbook is run by BetFred, according to the site.  Apparently BetFred began rebranding the sportsbook last July.  Those changes have yet to be reflected in search.

In addition to the aptly named Draft Day Sports Lounge, the sportsbook features:

  • Self-service betting kiosks available 24-hours a day.
  • Unparallel viewing with 29 screens including 15 - 85 inch TV's and a 360 degree projection TV.
  • Get personal service at one of the betting windows.
  • Enjoy our brewpub eats and your favorite sports franchise event!
  • Featuring the NFL Sunday Ticket by DirectTV. Watch any game across the country including Thursday night games and non-local teams!

Bally's Quad Cities Sportsbook

777 Bally Boulevard, Rock Island, IL, 61201, US

Bally’s has delivered decades of excitement across the gaming landscape and is here to bring even more electricity to your game-day routine. Our Bally Bet Sportsbook offers you more ways to play, whether it is betting on all your favorite teams and leagues, crafting a thrilling same-game parlay, or taking advantage of rewarding promotions. Plus, the Bally Bet Sportsbook features a central 20-foot-wide state-of-the-art LED video wall, an additional 25 big screen TV, 3 betting windows, and 5 kiosks. The friendly staff and extensive betting menu provide you with more ways to get in the game than ever before, so come on down and enjoy a best-in-class experience only Bally’s can provide.

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Wild Rose Casino & Hotel, Clinton

Just up the road, well, 45 minutes up the road in Clinton, Iowa, is the Wild Rose Casino & Hotel, Clinton.  Their sportsbook is run by DraftKings.

SportsTrade just partnered with the Wild Rose Casino to offer the latest sports betting app in the Hawkeye state.

"Today we're privileged to introduce the Sporttrade experience in Iowa," said Alex Kane, Sporttrade Founder and CEO. "Sporttrade isn't just any old sportsbook. We're on a relentless mission to transform the way players think about sports betting."

"Sporttrade will be attractive for sports bettors who want a premium betting experience; higher limits, better prices, and concierge care. " said Kane. "Thank you to the Iowa Racing and Gaming Commission, thank you to our players, and most of all, I want to thank the Sporttrade family of employees."

"We believe that our collaboration with Sporttrade represents the future of gaming, and we're grateful for their latest innovation." said Brian Diver, President of Wild Rose Entertainment. "This partnership solidifies our commitment to providing our guests with cutting-edge entertainment and unmatched experiences. As we say at Wild Rose; You'd Rather Be Here."

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Iowa-Regulated Sportsbook Apps Serving Davenport

Far too many for a state with such a small population.

  1.     FanDuel
  2.     DraftKings
  3.     Caesars
  4.     BetRivers
  5.     bet365
  6.     BetMGM
  7.     Fanatics Sportsbook
  8.     Tipico
  9.     SuperBook
  10.     Betfred
  11.     Betway
  12.     ESPN BET
  13.     Circa Sports
  14.     Q Sportsbook
  15.     ClutchBet
  16.     DRF Sportsbook
  17.     Bally Bet
  18.     Sports Trade

Iowa regulated sportsbooks do have some limitations that may make offshore sportsbooks, the majority of which take bets from those in the Hawkeye State, more enticing:

  • Must be at least 21 years old
  • No college player prop bets
  • No eSports
  • No online casino gambling
  • No entertainment prop offerings
  • No political betting
  • No betting on the NFL or other league drafts

All of the above is available at most offshore internationally-licensed sportsbooks.

Iowans must report all winnings on federal tax returns, as this money is subject to the standard 24% tax. Winnings that exceed $600 must be reported to the state and taxed at 5%.

Be Your Own Bookie

Bookies can still thrive in Iowa due to the restrictive nature of the industry.  Many sports bettors desire being able to place bets on individual college player performances, eSports and the occasional political prop.  Bookie software also features live in-play wagering, a race book and live dealer online casino.

Networking and Meeting Like-Minded Sports Bettors

Bookies and sports bettors alike will often converge on these fine establishments.  The following venues are known to show most UFC fights and boxing matches.

Buffalo Wild Wings @ Davenport, Ia
4860 Utica Ridge Rd
52807

These establishments showed the last UFC fight:

Riverside Grill
1710 Grant Street, Bettendorf, IA, 52722, US

Bally's Quad Cities Casino & Hotel
777 Bally Boulevard, Rock Island, IL, 61201, US

Draft Day @ Riverside Casino & Golf Resort
3184 Iowa 22, Riverside, IA, 52327, US

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