Location: Rockford
Top Restaurants in Rockford
Top Things to do in Rockford
- 1. Anderson Japanese Gardens
- 2. Magic Waters Waterpark
- 3. Discovery Center Museum
- 4. Nicholas Conservatory and Gardens
- 5. Burpee Museum of Natural History
- 6. Midway Village & Museum Center
- 7. Coronado Performing Arts Center
- 8. Sinnissippi Park
- 9. Hidden Treasures Mall and Antiques
- 10. Klehm Arboretum & Botanic Garden
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Illinois, United States Food Guide: 10 Pub food Must-Eat Restaurants & Street Food Stalls in Rockford
Reviews on Pub food in Rockford, Illinois, United States. Boasting 20,000 acres of green space, numerous golf courses, four rivers and the verdant Rock Cut State Park, Rockford is a haven for the outdoor adventurist. Tee off at the Aldeen Golf Club or relax in the splendor of the Anderson Japanese Gardens. In cooler weather, warm up at the vaudevillian Coronado Theater or visit Jane the T-Rex at the Burpee Museum of Natural History. Learn of the history of the area at Midway Village and Museum Center, a living museum with pioneer village and exhibits.
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10. Forest City Pub
Reviewed By Nancy F
Our group of 18 enjoyed dinner last night and no one left disappointed. . The bass was excellent. The corned beef & BLT sandwiches were stacked high and delicious. My BBQ chicken salad was amazing. We had great service and the prices were reasonable including the drink menu! The pub is small but with a menu like this they should expand
9. Irish Rose Saloon
Overall Ratings
3 based on 124 reviews
We are a preservative-free, all homemade restaurant in Rockford, Illinois, specializing in fresh seafood, steaks, burgers, and much more.
Reviewed By Rich F
Food was okay.Staff was friendly. Prices are high. I understand the whole cool old building thing but this property is in desperate need of repair/remodel. The wood floors are in bad shape. The mems bathroom is real bad. The floor in there appears to actually be caving in. It's sinking in the middle. The owner would do well to spend a little money fixing the place up for as much as the food cost.
8. Baker Street Burgers
Overall Ratings
4 based on 34 reviews
Reviewed By suekd2016
Ate lunch on a Monday with a couple friends and we all had different items. The food was really good but our server was very slow with drink refills. Very frustrating to have to try to eat a meal with nothing to was it down with. The place was not busy so there was no reason for the poor service. Not a place I would visit again.
Rockford Food Guide: 10 Must-Eat Restaurants & Street Food Stalls in Rockford
7. Vintage@501
Overall Ratings
4 based on 56 reviews
Reviewed By SkipperBill2
I looked forward to my first visit, but since then I have responded to suggestions to try it again by saying "Not tonight." The first problem was my food was accidentally served a long time before the other guests received their food. Initially, I waited for the rest of the food to arrive, only to eventually learn I had another patron's food and the rest of my table's food was far behind. So I ate "mine" and I finished before the other food at our table arrived. My side was also wrong ("Surprise") and that didn't get fixed until just about everyone else was finished. Not much of an apology from the server, just an excuse that things were busy in the kitchen.
Most Popular Italian food in Rockford, Illinois, United States
6. Carlyle Brewing Co.
Overall Ratings
4 based on 85 reviews
in Rockford since 2003
Reviewed By AvWriter
We dropped in with an acquaintance for dinner after the first place we picked was found to be closed for a private party. Bummer.We dropped in, and got a table by the window on a cold January evening. The snow was flying outside, but we were warm and comfortable inside.The business was kind of slow, but it was a Monday so what do you expect? We sat down and went over their beer menu, settling on their Scottish Pint, a Black Walnut Pint, and a Root Beer (driver).We started with two of their pretzels (Tip: Ask for mustard to go with the pretzels!). They have three, and we tried their salted pretzel which went great with the mustard, and their Jalapeno pretzel, which was filled with Jalapeno cheese. Both were good, and went down quickly with the beer.For the main course, we ordered their Garden Pizza. It has a crisp and very thin crust, and was good. It would have benefited from some additional seasoning - with all the toppings, it really needed salt or something (capers?) to really snap some flavor into it.The food was okay, the beer was good, and the service was good. If you are looking for a neat place to eat in old Rockford's downtown area, you could like this one.
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5. Alchemy
Overall Ratings
4 based on 84 reviews
Reviewed By lgillman
I came here for dinner on a business trip and was happily surprised with the creativity and quality of the vegan options! I had the nachos as an appetizer and the cauliflower cream sauce was excellent as a cheese replacement. The vegan tacos with a walnut and cauliflower mix for the âmeatâ was really flavorful as well. The pickled onions were a great touch and he portions were generous for everything. The cocktails have great names and combinations as well. Lots of elderflower-related options for a refreshing summer touch. Also they did not shy away from guacamole on all dishes, thatâs a win in my book! The ambiance was also very nice, I forgot I was basically looking out on a parking lot. Iâll definitely return here on subsequent business trips.
4. The Olympic Tavern
Overall Ratings
4 based on 147 reviews
Reviewed By Ron H
We stopped for dinner with a friend and were a little disappointed with the service and the flies. We ordered the swordfish and scallop dinners, which were very good. The menu indicated that swordfish dinner came with vegetables, but two cherry tomatoes and two brussel sprouts didn't seem like you could call it a side of vegetables. The waitress wasn't very attentive, and we had to wait for coffee. When she brought it, it was obviously very week, so we had to wait again for her to return. We were early for dinner, so it wasn't that she was overly busy. We had to ask for bread, which normally is served with dinner. The flies were more attentive than the waitress, and unfortunately when we first sat down we asked about a table in the back room, but she said they were just as bad back there. Not sure if that was the case, or she didn't want to lose a table. Anyway, the restaurant needs to do something to get rid of the flies - very irritating when you're trying to eat, and a health hazard that should be looked into. We usually bring a guest along, frequently from out of town, and for the cost we expect a little better dinner environment. They aren't showing their best foot forward for Rockford. I have to give them a grade of B- on this trip. Hopefully things will come back up to their regular high standards.
3. The Norwegian
Overall Ratings
4 based on 28 reviews
Reviewed By Lizs81188
Just stopped in for breakfast this morning. Our waitress was very personable and did a great job, and the food was great--between us, we had the dry smoked salmon, the pancake balls with delicious maple syrup and raspberry jam, and the eggs Benedict. Everything was very good and tasted homemade and fresh. Would love to come back in the winter as it is quite cozy!
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2. Hoffman House
Overall Ratings
4 based on 204 reviews
We care about you and make every effort to accommodate your dietary restrictions. Please call to make a reservation in the restaurant or place a takeout order. If you are looking for a venue to host your next meeting, social event or wedding reception, do
Reviewed By Laurieuhoo
I try to stop by here whenever in or driving through Rockford. This place has been here for many years, and has one of the best salad bars, with soup, prepared salads, just everything and more, and really everything we've had here has been delish! They are known for their prime rib, which is excellent, along with their fried chicken. In fact, everything we see being served to others also looks amazing! The service there is continually excellent. The place is clean, comfortable, spacious, and just a lovely place, with free parking and easy access for all. They also bring fried rolls with honey butter to the table, and those a tasty, as well!
1. Prairie Street Brewing Co.
Overall Ratings
4 based on 268 reviews
Reviewed By tastefullycoco
The location of a historic brewery along the Rock River is very nice and has been lovingly refurbished. Our service was good, but my hamburger was pretty basic and needed a bit more seasoning and flavor. Good basic restaurant.
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