Recommend the Seoul bites and rye Manhattan. Shout out to Anthony for barkeep of the year. Great…read morecocktail. Better service. Love the whole industrial recycled hotel from the sock monkey factory in Rockford Il. Always loved the hotel rebuild on the old manufacturing skeleton. Ambiance - industrial chic. That's my jam.

From the owner: Culinary Underground is a neighborhood kitchen where Rockford’s past collides with modern flavor…read more We make food that’s thoughtful, unpretentious, and a little bit rebellious — handcrafted plates meant to be shared, paired with craft cocktails and local brews. The room itself is part gallery, part playground: murals, vintage photographs, games, and neon that invite you to linger and laugh. We’re here for locals, late-night diners, and anyone who believes great hospitality should be colorful, creative, and a little loud.

A fantastic new bar in downtown Rockford with a low key, small town atmosphere. The owner/operator…read moreis really friendly and attentive, and overall it is a chill place to hang out. I think that a menu of unique mixed drinks or a menu of small plates would be a nice touch to improve the experience. Or perhaps a few slot machines as an added thing to do would be great as well. But for what it is, they do a good job.

From the owner: Great selection of wine, beer & cocktails and Rockford’s coziest gaming lounge, all housed in a…read morehistoric bar in downtown Rockford. Offering Happy Hour 3-6pm, Old-Fashioned Fridays and cocktails to walk about with in the Downtown Entertainment District.

So 3.5 stars overall. Was here for Sunday brunch with a larger group. Arrived at 10am at open…read more Seated, the view is actually very good. Brunch cocktails were good. Ordered the avocado toast and the food itself tasted very good but arrived lukewarm warm. Some of the diners I was with described their meals as cold which was unfortunate. The server was good but could have been more attentive. Overall I would recommended but be prepared. A smaller party might have a better experience. Give them a try. Again good overall and I would return.

This is the old lime they put in my Modelo…read more Smh stop acting high end with a Rockford budget!

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.

The atmosphere was very laid back the owners made you feel very welcome, not to mention the drinks…read morewere amazing and the pizza was pretty good too. Definitely will go back for more delicious drinks.

What a great place! We had noticed this as we drove by on our way to the Music on the Rock every…read moreWednesday at the Burpee Museum, and when we finished walking through the Rockford City Market on Friday, we decided we had to stop it. Ambiance wise, you have brick combined with stone, interesting tables and chairs, a blacked out ceiling with very nice lighting - this place is stylin! We walked in, selected a seat, and were greeted and promptly ordered. My wife had their regular daiquiri, and I had their Bomb Cherry version. Both were perfectly chilled and were very good. We'd eaten at the City Market, and regretted that because we didn't know that they also have food. Beef sandwiches, pizza, and other stuff. We're going back for a full experience in the near future! FIND this place. If you like daiquiris, this is for you.

i'm partial because i'm a Roger Clyne fan but this place rocks!…read more creative drinks, clean fun atmosphere. great sound. what else can you ask for?? miles was coming around seeing how everyone was doing. i'm from the western suburbs and we would kill for a cool place like this!! i move to chicago a few years ago and always heard mixed reviews of Rockford. False. Really nice downtown and this spot is most excellent! here's to life!

From the owner: The Music Box is a premier music venue, listening lounge, and bar located in Downtown Rockford, IL…read morewith an art deco elegant yet cozy vibe and affordable craft cocktails and beers. The Music Box stage houses touring music artists from around the world with quality sound and an intimate atmosphere.

Sorry but I cannot recommend this place. The food was bland and portions were on the smaller side…read morefor pasta dishes. I get a better value at the Noodles and Company. When I looked at the menu online there were a ton of choices. We had about five. I get that it might be rotational there seemed to be a lot missing My wife also noticed fruit flies around the food. We wont be back anytime soon. It too bad there is so few places near the BMO Center and this one looked promising

Me and my boyfriend went for dinner before a concert and nothing disappointed!! Absolutely nothing…read morewas not a 10 !! We had the curry salmon bowl and the chicken adobe I had the ube drink which tasted like fruity pebbles but so good we ended with ube cheesecake which was gone in seconds will definitely return !!

Prairie Street is a great place to go in Rockford! Whether for a nice Dinner,…read more Shareable's, or enjoying the Deck - You'll always meet a friend in there!,

We just stopped to check out the makers fair seen the ad for it on the news Sunday morning…read more After strolling the indoor market we decided to get a drink and a snack ordered the cucumber elder flour spritz, which is pretty good and also The Wisconsin style Brandy old-fashioned and it is very sweet and kind of gross. It taste like cough syrup. But the pickles are super tasty. The breading is good. They're nice and juicy, but they're not very crispy. Also the service takes for EVER!! We are waiting on a side of sauce for dipping. And the pickles are getting cold

I tell you what, Rockford, Il is a pretty quiet town. I posit it is so quiet because all of the…read morelife is situated in a rustic, vibrant, warm cafe serving up fresh brunch behind incredible hospitality. The energy inside norwegian is contagious. Everyone is your friend. The service is warm, not stuffy. The food is exactly what you want: hearty, but not heavy, flavorful and still fresh. An absolute gem in a small town. A place that acts as a glue for a community. A space for people to come together share life along an excellent, farm to table meal. Every small town needs their norwegian!

This place definitely lived up to the reviews and expectations! Service was great, with our…read morewaitress going out of her way to ask the chef questions for me. I started with the Rainbow Connection Sour and it was one of the best sours I've ever had AND had phenomenal packaging so it was visually appealing as well. My guy and I got a bunch of things to try. From fave to least fave: Croque Madame: incredibly good! They were nice enough to make a fresh one for me since I can't have mustard. The egg was perfectly cooked and all the flavors blended seamlessly. Swedish Strawberry Cake: absolutely to die for! The lemon curd was fresh and perfect with the strawberry rhubarb sauce. My only thing is the frosting was cream cheese and that wasn't mentioned on the menu, so it should be added. Norwegian Handheld: I loved the overall concept of this dish and all the flavors themselves. However, the ingredient ratios were off for my 100% satisfaction. There wasn't enough pork belly and too much of the herb whipped cheese. I did still enjoy the dish and wouldn't mind having it again. Æbleskiver (Danish Pancake Balls): glad we started with these because they were pretty bland compared to all the other dishes we had. Lovely texture, but nothing special.

I am conflicted on this review due to the quality of what was received. Chicken was way over…read morehammered dry. Rice undercooked beans we're done well. Could use some smoked hoks with that red beans and rice. Gave them a shot will probably not return. This is a Popeyes rip off. Just go to Popeyes.

I'd love to leave a glowing review, because it is crispy, crunchy , and well seasoned…read more But.... We received the mixed box. Standard 8 piece chicken? No. 3 legs, 2 wings, and 3 mystery cut pieces. I definitely know my way around butchering a chicken, and this was very creative, but it was NOT a proper thigh or a proper breast. A lot of backbone. Cudos on the seasonings. Boo on the cut.