Uncle Nick's

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Went for the first time the other day and me and my friend loved it! Everything was farm to table…read moreand they even show the farms they buy from on the back of the menu. First off, my drink. They had a tequila drink (my fav) with a pandan foam?! So delicious. I couldn't stop drinking it. We got a plethora of food and the standouts were for sure the yakitori, scallop curry, and the warm chocolate cake with ice cream. Also get the rolls! The rolls were fantastic. But I think you'd be happy with anything you order. Can't wait to try it again.

I went here for a business dinner. The first thing I noticed upon arrival was the live music…read more Really great musicians, but also made it not ideal for conversation I tried the following: - Goat Cheese Spring Rolls: Good. They actually sounded terrible, but I didn't order them. I had one bite and admittedly liked them more than I had thought I would. - Duck Nachos: Good. These are served as very large chips with toppings - so more like eating a street taco. They were good. - Ravioli Daily Feature: Good - Mushroom Yakitori: Ok. Use of the word yakitori seemed unnecessary. Not bad, but least important dish of the night. - Chicken Crepe: Good - NY Strip: Very good. Nice sauce. Service was good and attentive. As a business dinner, I wasn't quite as discerning about the food as I normally am, but I generally had a good impression of everything. If I was back in town, I would definitely consider coming back.

Devil bathroom

Fried mushrooms. Yes

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Duck Nachos

Lydia's Cafe

4.5(117 reviews)

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Stopped here during our weekend trip in from Chicago with my husband and two boys (1 and 4) and…read morecouldn't have been more impressed! I've never been to a more kid friendly place - toys for the kids to play with, a treasure chest, stepstool in the bathroom, incredible service and the food was delicious! Highly recommend!

The food does not photograph well but it tastes so good!!! Best breakfast we had in Rockford by…read morefar. The burrito was so good, since I got it with no cheese I asked for verde salsa on the side which was the right move - highly recommend the mod. Lots of bees outside, recommend sitting inside -which is our only regret.

Pork and chorizo bowl with guac

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Rockford omelette

Harvey Wallbangers

4.6(14 reviews)

We went here early on a Friday evening after our friend's daughter played in a baseball tournament…read more Not a lot of people but there was a steady stream after about six. The Gouda dip was very tasty with plenty of perfectly toasted bread. I ordered the skate with orange sauce and it was so delicious. I was so happy the side was Brussels sprouts that the chef cooked exactly how I do! My daughter ordered the chicken katsu sandwich (huge!) with amazing house fried potatoes (so crispy!). The chocolate cake dessert was epic! Next time in Rockford, we will be back! Great job Chef and also the wait staff!

Awesome place for dinner & drinks. Comfort food at it's finest! Great beer, wine & drink…read moreselections. Awesome service!

Scale up delicious

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Halibut with spuds & cauliflower!

Prairie Street Brewing Company

4.1(560 reviews)

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Very cool place built in an old factory. They've done some pretty good magic with the decor and…read morelayout. They have a dock for outside, water front dining too. Not to mention a large variety of event spaces too. Turns out this is a prohibition era brewery! So cool! We ordered the cheese curd appetizer and it was delicious. Lightly breaded, crispy and flavorful! Followed those up with the Ruben. Fantastic! Loads of corned beef and sour kraut on delicious rye bread with house made thousand island dressing! My wife had their American burger and that was excellent too! Perfectly cooked, tomato, lettuce, thick cut pickles, and cheese!

Amazing food, house-brewed beer, and outside seating on the river!…read more Let's start with their BEER. Some small breweries are just ok, but Prairie Street made excellent beer! I ordered a flight so I could sample many. The samples were large. The food was excellent. Menu options extend beyond typical pub fare. We started with the fried pickle chips which were actual chips and not pickle spears like some places offer. I ordered the POKE BOWL WITH KOREAN FRIED CHICKEN. It was super delicious. You can't beat the outdoor seating with river view, unless it was hot like when we visited. We opted for indoor seating in the cooled environment. Staff was excellent.

Pickle chips

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Choose your own beers for a flight.

The Norwegian

4.6(238 reviews)

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We finally tried The Norwegian for brunch and really enjoyed our experience! There was a short wait…read morewhen we arrived, but it wasn't bad at all, and the service was good throughout our visit. We ordered a few different things so we could try a little bit of everything, including the breakfast sandwich, æbleskiver, an egg dish with potatoes, and some drinks. The æbleskiver were definitely fun to try and came with dipping sauces, and everything was beautifully presented. The breakfast sandwich was decent and filling, and the potatoes were really good too. We also tried a drink flight along with a Bloody Mary, which was a fun way to sample a few different flavors instead of committing to just one drink. Everything looked just as good as it tasted. The atmosphere is cute and cozy and definitely has more character than your typical brunch spot. I also liked that the menu has items you don't see everywhere else in Rockford. Overall, we had a great brunch experience. Good food, good service, and a unique menu. We would definitely come back to try more!

We drove to Rockford from Madison to eat here specifically and tagged on going to the Anderson…read moregardens. We were not disappointed! Fantastic food and service! The place is really adorable too. We just happened to swing by here once after a flight delay and they were booked, so we knew it must be good. If you're up for some excellent Scandinavian fusion cooking with some adorable ambiance you found your place! Just be sure to have a reservation on the weekend. This was absolutely worth the wait and the drive!

Cute items for sale - homemade soaps!

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GreenFire Restaurant Bar & Bakery

3.9(888 reviews)

6.2 mi

Enjoyed a business dinner here. Upscale but not overly fancy. Food was on point!…read more I enjoyed their OLD FASHIONED cocktail. I had asked for a smoked old fashioned, which they thought they could do, but apparently no longer had their smoker accessible. I ordered a STEAK with side of mashed potatoes and sauteed onions. I had a brown gravy to pour on steak whichade the dish phenominal, exploding in umami flavors. We were a large party and service was great.

We came back a second time for the shrimp Dijon and the oysters since they were out the last time…read more Service was spot on ambiance was chill. The dip o feel instead o pita should have like crispy litto breads it's truly missing a crunch factor . The salad was quite delish and fresh

Cowboy bone in rib eye

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Wood fire pizzas!

Fresco at The Gardens

4.0(185 reviews)

1.9 mi

We almost always eat here when visiting Anderson Japanese Gardens not only because it's there, but…read morethe food is as good as the atmosphere. This afternoon we sat outside and had a fantastic server and I'm a little ashamed I didn't ask for her name. I started by ordering a black tea and when she served it, the cup was super hot and had a cup with honey and lemon served with it. She told us when she has time, she always rinses the cup under really hot water before serving tea or coffee. We had a classic eggs Benedict and a Cuban panini and shared. Benedict was average, the Cuban was amazing but honestly the combination was amazing and next time I want an open faced Cuban with a poached egg and Hollandaise on top.

When visiting the Andersen Japanese Garden we started our visit with lunch at Fresco at the…read moreGardens. The dining room is stunning with a full wall of windows that make the inside feel like you're in the garden. They also have two outdoor seating areas and we sat in one. The patio is structured so you feel like you are seating in the trees. The menu was average. I couldn't find anything on the lunch menu that interested me so I ordered the breakfast sandwich. The bagel was huge and it came with a nice portion of scrambled eggs and sausage that seemed made in house. It was served with a bowl of fruit which was topped with delicious granola. The waiter was friendly and attentive. If we return to the garden we definitely get lunch there again.

A view out the north side of the restaurant. And what a view!

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Social Charcuterie Bar & Cocktails

4.5(195 reviews)

Food is fantastic - great atmosphere to eat, celebrate and have a conversation ! ( my favorite is…read morethe salmon). Drinks are a work of art .

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!

Vibe

Cheese Plate

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Behr Den

4.4(24 reviews)

1.0 mi

Best burger,all homemade,none of that frozen reheat going on there!also the waitress is amazing and…read morekind

Omg this place was fantastic. You need to go now. Reasonable prices and such good food. I can't…read morewait to go back

Bacon Skillet Special $6.00

Half order biscuits and gravy $2.25 Build your own breakfast

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Meatloaf, mashed potatoes, corn $6.00

The Olive Branch Greek Food Truck

4.1(9 reviews)

We ordered Gyros from the food truck at the farmers market in Beloit very good! Wish they had a…read morebetter schedule of where they're going to be at

It was a frigid Thursday late morning in January. After being held against my will in a long…read morebusiness meeting downtown, I emerged from the building hangry. I was planning to hit up any fast food joint to cure my hunger, but to my surprise, parked adjacent to the parking lot was a big, blue food truck called "The Olive Branch." At 15 degrees Fahrenheit, the idea of standing outside for more than 30 seconds was unappealing, but my hunger was a bigger problem. With my wife in tow, I didn't want to have her sit and make her wait for me, but she asked if I wanted to order food from the truck. With her blessing, I decided to pull the trigger and walk over. I do love Mediterranean food, and to point out the obvious, this food truck was definitely that...but the first thing I noticed as I approached was "HOT CHOCOLATE $3" in big letters on the ordering window. I immediately decided that instant that I didn't know what I was eating yet, but I knew what I was going to wash it down with! The special, also posted on the window, was "Gyro Tacos" - and it showed a picture of two taco-looking items, but I assumed they had gyro fixings instead of taco meat. So, I told the nice lady, "Give me a hot chocolate and the special." I asked her, "Can you make those fast?" and she didn't hesitate. Within 2.5 seconds, she threw three tortillas on the cooking surface, and I was already thinking, "Hmm, three tortillas, not two - YASSS!" They accepted Apple Pay, so I appreciated their technological savvy in 2025. You know what else? She was so nice, she gave me a discount on the hot chocolate for no reason at all! All in all, I waited less than five minutes for the tacos. To fight the cold, I stood in the sun, rotating my body 180 degrees every 15-20 seconds. Meanwhile, amazing smells oozed out of the cracks of the food truck. After a quick moment, she handed me the "to-go" box and hot chocolate. I went back to my Jeep and opened the box. The tacos were neatly and skillfully assembled, visually packed to the gills. I basically devoured them like a dog being introduced to a perfectly seasoned, medium rare Tomahawk Steak at his last meal. They tasted like high-quality ingredients, very flavorful, with yummy, flaky, light feta cheese sprinkled on top. The hot chocolate was also the bomb. Afterwards, I felt full and satisfied. I don't normally tip the owner/chef/operator (which I assumed who this person was), but I decided to do so anyways due to their generosity. It was appreciated. If you're downtown and see this bright blue truck, swing by and say Joe sent you. I'd recommend this food truck to anyone. Thx for the extra taco and the discounts! I wish you luck through the winter!

Truck photos

Greek Street Fries

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Pork Souvlaki Sandwich

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Dr H.

4 years ago

Ghetto Rude, small portion expensive and charge for ingredients for sandwiches. Not worth going here as there are many other hot dog stands. Why, want ghetto attitudes And non safe area. Long wait times for food as it's one person at a time to Eder but counter person is not wearing mask or cook. Not safe for Covid so why one person at a time. Just not worth it. Move on people. read more

Mike J.

7 years ago

Italian Beef, wet, with mozzarella cheese. Killer!! Better than Portillo's, and a couple bucks cheaper, and Nick's Beef is a bigger sammich! Everytime I come back to Rockford, I stop for my Uncle Nick's Fix. read more

Patrick S.

17 years ago

I would walk a mile over broken glass and then swim through a pool filled with rubbing alcohol just to get a napkin that smelled like an Uncle Nick's gyro. You just cannot get better gyros anywhere. read more

Henry Q.

9 years ago

Come on whats better then Nick's Pizza Puff and a Sagananki at 230 Saturday night after drinking and everything else is closed or to far away... Love ya Nicks read more

Joey Z.

311

11 years ago

I work at a bar downtown Rockford and this is my favorite place to swing into after hours. It's quick, delicious and the staff are very accommodating. read more

Alex p.

16 years ago

one of the best places to get an Italian beef sandwich any where on the planet!.You gotta try the spinach cheese pie,sounds bad,tastes GOOD!

Michael R.

2 months ago

Yum that's so good of them ... and they have some good food to eat... watch fea"s perr type of payment

Candie P.

12 years ago

Best ever was, is or will be!!!! Got to go to the one that us on the corner of 6th and state though!

Brian M.

14 years ago

Best place to get a late night snack after a night on the town. Gyro's are great!

KaLeigh R.

15 years ago

Fast and the best Gyro I've ever had.

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