So I originally went to velvet Buffalo when I first moved to the area back in February 2024, and I…read morewent back yesterday and wow what a revamp! They changed their entire menu and the food is amazing. We got the brussel sprouts, Italian chopped salad, shrimp scampi, braised short rib, and butterscotch budino. I HIGHLY recommend all of the them, they were delicious. All the servers were so attentive, we had probably about 3-4 people constantly checking in including the manager. The place has always been beautiful so that was no surprise, such a great spot!

My first visit to this town and came to Velvet Buffalo on a coworkers recommendation. Small…read morerestaurant in the Hotel Goodwin with a great atmosphere and super friendly staff. My server Karen was top notch and very informative and attentive. They served a focaccia bread which was amazing, I would go back just for the bread. No need to dip it in the oil, it has a delicate flavor that holds its own. Unfortunately I was disappointed with the Chicken Parm. The serving size was generous, the pasta was prepared perfectly, and the sauce was delicious, however my chicken was overcooked. I look forward to a return trip here to try something else on the menu.

Beautiful establishment! Excellent food! There meatballs are divine! Their specialty events are so…read morefun! Their wood fired pizza is so good! Their seasonal gnocchi is one of my favorites! The servers and bartenders are amazing! It can sometimes take the food a while to come out so plan on a leisurely meal with appetizers!

First time at this super cute Italian spot…read more Our server was super kind and checked on us often. I love that they have N/A bevs inspired by the alcoholic ones like spritz and mules - the huckleberry mule was fantastic. My girlfriends and I shared the charcuterie board and bruschetta - they have a smaller charcuterie board as well but the one we got was perfect for a group of 4. The bruschetta came with 3. Can't wait to come back to try other dishes (meatball, pizza, etc!).

What a terrific winery! This is definitely on the finer scale. I would not recommend for small…read morechildren. It is not as family friendly as Timber Hill. But this has an overall sense of elegance. There is a place to sit outside by the creek, there is outdoor and indoor seating. The grounds are meticulously maintained. You can get a three flight wine experience and you get to keep the glass! The server we had was super friendly and informative. Very affordable at only $15, and the bathrooms were were pretty nice. Plentiful parking. Overall a great place!

I visited this winery for a casual afternoon outing, and while the scenery is really pretty, the…read moreoverall experience was just okay. The space itself is relaxing and would be a great spot to hang out, but the wine didn't quite match the atmosphere. The options I tried were fine, just not memorable for the price point. The food choices were also pretty limited, and since you can't bring your own snacks, it felt a little restricting. Nothing was terrible, but nothing really stood out either. It's a nice place to sit and enjoy the view for a bit, though I'm not sure I'd go out of my way to come back.

Let's get social!…read more Vibey space teetering the line of eclectic hipster hangout spot and elevated modern dining with grace. The service is warm, welcoming. The lights are moody. And the food is cranked all the way up to 11. I do not know much about rockford, but I can only assume this is one of the best cocktail programs in the City. A good balance of familiar favorites riffed, and creative concoctions adorn the menu. The food? Absolutely absurd. The chicken is jumping with flavor. Pork tacos are some of the best. A lovely charcuterie board should be mandatory for all guests. This place is full of fun, flavor, and love!

If you want to start a love affair with vintage spirits -- this is the spot. Luxury Cocktails…read more--&--premium ingredients are perfect in this sultry restaurant. The back-drop has such a sense of time & place. The graceful mixologist did not condescend to my curiosity. I tried the 43 problems at his suggestion and it was delicious ! I'll try the entrees next time and of course another new cocktail.

Such an amazing experience…read more Starting off with the restaurant itself, such a beautifully curated spot that is unlike anything rockford has to offer. Every detail a work of art. We really enjoy the bar area and its ambiance but hope to also experience the dining room as well. We started off with the Dip of the day which was a Miso Ranch dip served with fresh made tortilla chips. This was phenomenal and my only complaint is there wasn't more! We also both ordered a drink off of their happy hour menu. I ordered the old Fashioned and my wife ordered their margarita. Both were excellent. I also ordered the VIEUX CARRÉ based on our Server's recommendation and thoroughly enjoyed that. Such knowledgeable staff makes a big difference. For our main course, I got their Mushroom Pot Pie and my wife ordered the Ora King Salmon. Both dishes blew us away. Neither of us expected to be so full after our meals, their serving sizes were very generous! I wanted to highlight the mushroom pot pie, as a vegetarian, Fine dining usually does not cater to vegetarians. So having options at a place this nice was such a welcomed surprise. The greens included with the Pot Pie really stole the show, The most perfectly cooked and seasoned greens I have ever had. Chef Nick Risseeuw came over and checked on how we were doing and after hearing me rave about his pot pie offered two of his desserts on the house. We got a pistachio orange dessert and a Malt ball ice cream that was his interpretation of whopper candy as an ice cream. Both were DIVINE! Thank you again Nick for your generosity, it was a perfect way to end a perfect meal. I also wanted to highlight the staff as they played an essential role in our unbelievable experience. Everyone was so friendly, attentive, and prompt. We will definitely return soon and cannot wait to see what is in store for their upcoming menu

OMG we loved this place! It was our 1st visit to Salt Rockford and they SHINEDMy husband and I had…read morethe most lovely and delicious dinner!!! And thee cocktails are so good too we are going to attempt to recreate them at home. It ambience is clean and classy with a comfortable atmosphere. My favorite kind of dining experience! We will be back!

Who cares about a tornado when you have wagyu, wine and bourbon!? Thank you to Hidden Creek and the…read moreamazing staff for another memorable experience. This place is incredible. The drinks are phenomenal, the atmosphere is second to none, and the food is absolutely ridiculous. Rahiem is a rockstar and took the experience to a whole new level. We will certainly be back!

The venue was great . The dining area was spacious and beautiful. We loved the shrimp and crab…read moreboil. The round table facilitated conversation and we really had a good time stalking with the group. The staff was both friendly and helpful. We look forward to returning and seeing how the facility evolves and enjoying a another fun evening

Great people with constantly rotating amazing beers. I am so…read moreglad they re-opened. Such a gem!

Best pub in the world. So glad Rockford has a such a rare gem to go to. Open everyday is a big plus…read moretoo!

Amazing food and an incredible staff that far exceeds expectations…read more We will definitely be returning again to enjoy another great dining experience.

GreenFire offers something on the menu for everyone. We ordered the house salads, pasta and a…read moregluten free pizza. Kenzie our server is friendly and attentive. She checked back in on us occasionally to see if we needed anything for our meals. We sat off in the dining area by the bar which was nice and you could have a conversation without other tables hearing your conversation. Safe room for dessert or take one home!!

This is a nice place with good service just north of the Illinois State Line in Wisconsin…read more Ambiance wise, you have "old steakhouse" vibes galore, but it stops there. The wine list is fair - they have some good wines at good price points. We selected a J Lohr Cabernet. The first thing served was their bread basket. It had two dinner rolls and two cinnamon rolls along with breadsticks. Quite good! My wife ordered their steak and 3 fried shrimp dinner. The waitress noted they got coconut shrimp, and provided a nice orange sauce with them, as well as the shrimp sauce. The steak was served with Au Jus/ I went for their 10 ounce Filet Mignon. Both of us selected a baked potato, and paid an upcharge for a cup of their baked French Onion Soup. The Baked French Onion soup threaded the needle between "too scalding hot to eat" and "not cooked enough to be hot" perfectly. The cheese and crouton over the top were PERFECT, the soup temperature was hot but not SCORCH your MOUTH hot - it was perfect! The steaks - well, not so good. We both ordered our steaks "medium rare" which is a warm red center. The best way to describe the steaks was just past rare, and not medium rare. Send them back? No, we don't do that. The baked potatoes were perfectly executed, cooked properly and were just great. The steaks were served on a bed of mushrooms (which I ate before I remembered the camera has to eat FIRST, sorry). For the filet, it wasn't as tender as I would have hoped for at the price point. They will also custom cut a filet or any cut of steak to your weight, shooting for 4 ounce increments, which is reasonable. Service was very good, the water glasses stayed filled, although we had to fill our own wine glasses. Dessert was Turtle Cheese Cake, which is a specialty of the location. It was quite good. The restaurant was comfortable - we ate with our coats off, and were near a door. The view out the back is quite enchanting. This place is worth a visit!

We keep going back. Great food, great service, great prices!…read more After dinner, go to the bar for a very entertaining evening of music.

This place is awful. Looked dull and drury inside. Zero atmosphere. There are two bars a few steps…read moreaway that a way better than this dump. It won't be there long. Take a pass.