So how does this work?
We pick our top choices based on the quality of the food, service, and consistency over time. We’ll start off by giving you the best options overall for dining in Rockford and then follow up with links to different types of restaurants in different neighborhoods at the end of this page.
Best Restaurants Rockford
Vintage @ 501 Description: Restaurant & bar with comfort food. Restaurant & bar featuring comfort food, craft brews & vintage-inspired decor, including a jukebox. Address: 501 E State St, Rockford, IL 61104, United States Phone Number: +1 815-516-0544 Website: Home Store Hours: Sunday: 10AM-10PM | Monday: 11AM-11PM | Tuesday: 11AM-11PM | Wednesday: 11AM-11PM | Thursday: …
Izakaya 88 Description: Stylish eatery with hibachi eats & sushi. Festive dining spot with splashy decor & performing hibachi chefs serving Japanese mains & sushi. Address: 293 Executive Pkwy Suite C, Rockford, IL 61107, United States Phone Number: +1 815-394-0007 Website: Home Store Hours: Sunday: 4:30-8:30PM | Monday: 4:30-9PM | Tuesday: 4:30-9PM | Wednesday: 4:30-9PM …
Sisters Thai Cafe Description: Venue for Thai & Laotian cuisines. Funky brick-walled dining room for familiar Thai & authentic Laotian dishes, plus beer & wine. Address: 514 E State St, Rockford, IL 61104, United States Phone Number: +1 779-774-3927 Website: Home Store Hours: Sunday: Closed | Monday: 11AM-2:30PM, 4:30-9PM | Tuesday: 11AM-2:30PM, 4:30-9PM | Wednesday: …
Tavern On Clark Description: Casual standby with pub plates & a patio. Relaxed, popular spot offering a tavern menu & a big list of beer, wine & spirits, plus patio seats. Address: 755 Clark Dr, Rockford, IL 61107, United States Phone Number: +1 815-708-7088 Website: http://tocrockford.com/ Store Hours: Sunday: 11AM-9PM | Monday: 11AM-9PM | Tuesday: …
Shogun Description: Trendy hibachi & sushi house. Sleek, trendy Japanese haunt with tableside teppanyaki grills & a lineup of maki & sashimi. Address: 293 Executive Pkwy, Rockford, IL 61107, United States Phone Number: +1 815-394-0007 Website: Home Store Hours: Sunday: 4:30-8:30PM | Monday: 11:30AM-2PM, 4:30-9PM | Tuesday: 11:30AM-2PM, 4:30-9PM | Wednesday: 11:30AM-2PM, 4:30-9PM | Thursday: …
Woodfire Rockford Description: Industrial-chic Italian restaurant. Industrial-chic restaurant serving wood-fired pizzas, plus housemade pasta & other Italian dishes. Address: 408 E State St, Rockford, IL 61104, United States Phone Number: +1 815-904-6422 Website: Home Store Hours: Sunday: Closed | Monday: 4-8PM | Tuesday: 4-8PM | Wednesday: 4-8PM | Thursday: 4-8PM | Friday: 4-8PM | Saturday: …
Hooters Description: Chain grill known for wings & waitresses. Sports bar & grill chain famous for chicken wings served by waitresses in short shorts. Address: 6904 Argus Dr, Rockford, IL 61107, United States Phone Number: +1 815-229-0539 Website: https://www.hooters.com/locations/1094-rockford Store Hours: Sunday: 11AM-12AM | Monday: 11AM-12AM | Tuesday: 11AM-12AM | Wednesday: 11AM-12AM | Thursday: 11AM-12AM …
Culver’s Description: Fast-food burgers & frozen custard chain. Fast-food chain specializing in frozen custard & signature burgers made with Midwest beef & dairy. Address: 5610 Wansford Way, Rockford, IL 61109, United States Phone Number: +1 815-398-9938 Website: http://www.culvers.com/restaurants/rockford-wansford?utm_source=Google&utm_medium=Maps&utm_campaign=Google+Places Store Hours: Sunday: 10AM-10PM | Monday: 10AM-10PM | Tuesday: 10AM-10PM | Wednesday: 10AM-10PM | Thursday: 10AM-10PM | …
Dickey’s Barbecue Pit Description: Counter-serve chain for house-smoked BBQ. BBQ chain eatery featuring house-smoked meats, stuffed baked potatoes & classic sides. Address: 845 S Perryville Rd Ste 115, Rockford, IL 61108, United States Phone Number: +1 815-599-1110 Website: https://www.dickeys.com/locations/Illinois/Rockford/rockford?utm_source=google&utm_campaign=gmb&utm_medium=organic&utm_content=button-website Store Hours: Sunday: 10AM-9PM | Monday: 10AM-9PM | Tuesday: 10AM-9PM | Wednesday: 10AM-9PM | Thursday: 10AM-9PM …
Embassy Suites by Hilton Rockford Riverfront Description: Upscale all-suite hotel with a spa. Upmarket all-suite hotel with dining, a cocktail lounge & city views, plus a spa & an indoor pool. In a grand building set in Downtown, this upmarket all-suite hotel with industrial-chic decor is a mile from the Burpee Museum of Natural History …
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Culver’s Description: Fast-food burgers & frozen custard chain. Fast-food chain specializing in frozen custard & signature burgers made with Midwest beef & dairy. Address: 236 N Phelps Ave, Rockford, IL 61108, United States Phone Number: +1 815-397-8035 Website: http://www.culvers.com/restaurants/rockford-phelps?utm_source=Google&utm_medium=Maps&utm_campaign=Google+Places Store Hours: Sunday: 10AM-10PM | Monday: 10AM-10PM | Tuesday: 10AM-10PM | Wednesday: 10AM-10PM | Thursday: 10AM-10PM …
Culver’s Description: Fast-food burgers & frozen custard chain. Fast-food chain specializing in frozen custard & signature burgers made with Midwest beef & dairy. Address: 1224 Benington Rd, Rockford, IL 61103, United States Phone Number: +1 815-633-6550 Website: http://www.culvers.com/restaurants/rockford-benington?utm_source=Google&utm_medium=Maps&utm_campaign=Google+Places Store Hours: Sunday: 10AM-10PM | Monday: 10AM-10PM | Tuesday: 10AM-10PM | Wednesday: 10AM-10PM | Thursday: 10AM-10PM | …
Culver’s Description: Fast-food burgers & frozen custard chain. Fast-food chain specializing in frozen custard & signature burgers made with Midwest beef & dairy. Address: 6727 E Riverside Blvd, Rockford, IL 61114, United States Phone Number: +1 815-654-1277 Website: http://www.culvers.com/restaurants/rockford-riverside?utm_source=Google&utm_medium=Maps&utm_campaign=Google+Places Store Hours: Sunday: 10AM-10PM | Monday: 10AM-10PM | Tuesday: 10AM-10PM | Wednesday: 10AM-10PM | Thursday: 10AM-10PM …
Whiskey’s Roadhouse Description: Lively joint with bands, karaoke & slots. Burgers, pizza & wings served in an upbeat atmosphere with live bands, karaoke & slot machines. Address: 3207 N Main St, Rockford, IL 61103, United States Phone Number: +1 815-877-8007 Website: Home Store Hours: Sunday: 9AM-2AM | Monday: 6AM-2AM | Tuesday: 6AM-2AM | Wednesday: 6AM-2AM …
Franchesco’s Ristorante Description: Chic spot for Italian fare & wine. Chic, contemporary Italian eatery & cocktail lounge serving classic entrees, pizza & grilled steak. Address: 7128 Spring Creek Rd, Rockford, IL 61107, United States Phone Number: +1 815-229-0800 Website: http://www.franchescos.com/ Store Hours: Sunday: Closed | Monday: Closed | Tuesday: 3-9PM | Wednesday: 3-9PM | Thursday: …
Beef-A-Roo Description: Pit stop for American-style burgers. Laid-back eatery for hearty American food, specializing in burgers, sandwiches & wraps. Address: 3401 S Alpine Rd, Rockford, IL 61109, United States Phone Number: +1 815-874-8550 Website: Home Store Hours: Sunday: 10AM-9PM | Monday: 10AM-9PM | Tuesday: 10AM-9PM | Wednesday: 10AM-9PM | Thursday: 10AM-9PM | Friday: 10AM-9PM | …
Noodles and Company Description: Chain eatery with a global noodle focus. Counter-serve chain offering international noodle & pasta dishes from mac ‘n’ cheese to pad Thai. Address: 6430 E State St, Rockford, IL 61108, United States Phone Number: +1 815-397-7910 Website: https://locations.noodles.com/il/rockford/6430-e–state-st.html Store Hours: Sunday: 11AM-9PM | Monday: 11AM-9PM | Tuesday: 11AM-9PM | Wednesday: 11AM-9PM …
Five Guys Description: Fast-food burger & fries chain. Fast-food chain with made-to-order burgers, fries & hot dogs, plus free peanuts while you wait. Address: 611 Highgrove Pl, Rockford, IL 61108, United States Phone Number: +1 815-226-7020 Website: https://restaurants.fiveguys.com/611-highgrove-place Store Hours: Sunday: 11AM-10PM | Monday: 11AM-10PM | Tuesday: 11AM-10PM | Wednesday: 11AM-10PM | Thursday: 11AM-10PM | …
Murphys Pub and Grill Description: . Address: 510 S Perryville Rd, Rockford, IL 61108, United States Phone Number: +1 815-986-0950 Website: http://murphyspubandgrillrockford.com/ Store Hours: Sunday: 9AM-2AM | Monday: 9AM-2AM | Tuesday: 9AM-2AM | Wednesday: 9AM-2AM | Thursday: 9AM-2AM | Friday: 9AM-2AM | Saturday: 9AM-2AM
Jason’s Deli Description: Health-conscious sandwich & salad chain. Deli chain featuring piled-high sandwiches, a salad bar & health-conscious fare. Address: 575 S Perryville Rd #127, Rockford, IL 61108, United States Phone Number: +1 815-397-8606 Website: https://www.jasonsdeli.com/restaurants/rockford-deli Store Hours: Sunday: 10AM-10PM | Monday: 10AM-10PM | Tuesday: 10AM-10PM | Wednesday: 10AM-10PM | Thursday: 10AM-10PM | Friday: 10AM-6PM …
Red Robin Gourmet Burgers and Brews Description: Specialty burger & shake chain. Chain for gourmet burgers & other American comfort fare. Address: 7029 E State St, Rockford, IL 61108, United States Phone Number: +1 815-399-7582 Website: https://www.redrobin.com/locations/il/rockford/rockford-475 Store Hours: Sunday: 11AM-10PM | Monday: 11AM-10PM | Tuesday: 11AM-10PM | Wednesday: 11AM-10PM | Thursday: 11AM-10PM | Friday: …
TOWER Kitchen & Bar Description: . Address: 416 S Main St, Park Level, Rockford, IL 61101, United States Phone Number: +1 815-668-7878 Website: https://towerkitchenandbar.com/ Store Hours: Sunday: 11AM-10PM | Monday: 11AM-10PM | Tuesday: 11AM-10PM | Wednesday: 11AM-10PM | Thursday: 11AM-10PM | Friday: 11AM-10PM | Saturday: 11AM-10PM
Alchemy at Aldeen Description: Airy bistro for creative pizzas & pastas. Open eatery with large, screened windows, featuring artisanal pizzas, pasta, steak & cocktails. Address: 1902 Reid Farm Rd, Rockford, IL 61107, United States Phone Number: +1 815-987-1662 Website: Home Store Hours: Sunday: Closed | Monday: Closed | Tuesday: 11AM-8PM | Wednesday: 11AM-8PM | Thursday: …
Forest City Pub Description: . Address: 200 S Bell School Rd, Rockford, IL 61108, United States Phone Number: +1 815-226-2100 Website: http://www.forestcitypubrockford.com/ Store Hours: Sunday: 6-9AM | Monday: 6-9AM, 4:30-9:30PM | Tuesday: 6-9AM, 4:30-9:30PM | Wednesday: 6-9AM, 4:30-9:30PM | Thursday: 6-9AM, 4:30-9:30PM | Friday: 6-9AM, 4:30-10:30PM | Saturday: 6-9AM, 4:30-10:30PM
Guzel Restaurant Description: . Address: 116 N Madison St, Rockford, IL 61107, United States Phone Number: +1 815-315-4401 Website: https://www.guzelrestaurant.com/menus-1 Store Hours: Sunday: Closed | Monday: 9AM-7PM | Tuesday: 9AM-7PM | Wednesday: 9AM-7PM | Thursday: 9AM-7PM | Friday: 9AM-7PM | Saturday: 10AM-2:30PM
Irish Rose Saloon Description: Lively hangout with a diverse pub menu. Convivial tavern serving eclectic pub fare in a brick-lined space with vintage decor accents. Address: 519 E State St, Rockford, IL 61104, United States Phone Number: +1 815-964-0480 Website: Home Store Hours: Sunday: 11:30AM-11:30PM | Monday: 11:30AM-11:30PM | Tuesday: 11:30AM-11:30PM | Wednesday: 11:30AM-11:30PM | …
Meg’s Daily Grind Description: . Address: 3879 N Perryville Rd, Rockford, IL 61114, United States Phone Number: +1 815-639-0909 Website: http://megs-daily-grind.com/index.php?option=com_content&view=frontpage&Itemid=1 Store Hours: Sunday: 7:30AM-2PM | Monday: 5:30AM-6PM | Tuesday: 5:30AM-6PM | Wednesday: 5:30AM-6PM | Thursday: 5:30AM-6PM | Friday: 5:30AM-5PM | Saturday: Closed
Outback Steakhouse Description: Lively Australian-themed chain. Boisterous Australian-themed chain serving steaks, seafood & other hearty steakhouse fare. Address: 6007 E State St, Rockford, IL 61108, United States Phone Number: +1 815-398-2400 Website: https://locations.outback.com/illinois/rockford/6007-east-state-street Store Hours: Sunday: 11AM-9PM | Monday: 11AM-9:30PM | Tuesday: 11AM-9:30PM | Wednesday: 11AM-9:30PM | Thursday: 11AM-9:30PM | Friday: 11AM-10:30PM | Saturday: Closed
Octane RKFD Description: Hip Internet cafe with cocktails & eats. Longtime Internet cafe featuring New American fare, cocktails & espresso in a contemporary interior. Address: 124 N Main St, Rockford, IL 61101, United States Phone Number: +1 815-965-4012 Website: http://www.octanerkfd.com/ Store Hours: Sunday: Closed | Monday: Closed | Tuesday: 5-10PM | Wednesday: 11AM-10PM | Thursday: …
Stone Eagle Tavern Description: Upscale pub with steak & an oyster bar. Upscale local tavern chain offering steaks, wood-fired pizzas & an oyster bar in a stylish setting. Address: 6445 E State St, Rockford, IL 61108, United States Phone Number: +1 815-316-3636 Website: http://www.stoneeagletavern.info/ Store Hours: Sunday: 11AM-3PM | Monday: Closed | Tuesday: 11AM-8:30PM | …