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    Aero Ale House

    4.1 (209 reviews)
    Closed 11:00 am - 10:00 pm

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    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Dogs allowed
    Outdoor seating

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    Becky Burger
    Mitch J.

    A lot has changed since my last review! They've added on a lot of dining space and even opened an outdoor patio which is really nice. They also changed up their menu a lot. They offer a much better variety of food than last time we came. I got the avocado chicken wrap which was too saucy for me (I don't think I've ever said that about anything), I wish I got any of the tacos instead, those were great and I love that you can make them into a bowl now. The chicken tenders were hand-breaded and delicious, my kids are super picky and they loved them, and we might have sampled them too (a little too much). The atmosphere and drink selection are fantastic. They also have 1/2 off all drinks for happy hour Monday-Friday 4-5pm.

    Dry bones
    Alisa B.

    Drinks are Weak !! Cob Salad is an ample size. Traditional bone in wings are dry. Service is great !!

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    Ron T.

    AERO Ale House has a laid-back, welcoming vibe with modern rustic decor, plenty of TV screens, and a spacious outdoor patio that's perfect in the warmer months. The staff is friendly and attentive without being overbearing. The menu is more creative than you'd expect from a standard ale house- jalapeño bacon jam burger is our favorite! Great for: Burgers, wings, craft beer, casual nights out.

    Beer flight
    Kristin B.

    Stopped in for a late lunch after an afternoon of hiking at Rock Cut State Park. We were seated quickly and because it was in between meal times, the place wasn't crowded. Our server was very pleasant and welcomed us with menus (the drink menu was a QR code at the top that we saw after we had been looking for a bit, but they have many selections and we were in no rush at all so we ordered food first and then decided on drinks next. I tried a flight of some delicious local sour beer (one of which my husband liked so he ordered a pint of for himself). We then shared a Cobb salad and fried chicken sandwich. Food was delicious and ample portions. Outdoor area with tables outside on a patio if you wish, however on this hot day we were thankful for the air conditioning!

    Fried Pickle Burger!
    Jeff W.

    I LOVE THIS PLACE!! The Fried Pickle Burger has two smashed patties, fried pickles, cheddar that I swapped for American, smoked bacon, Cajun sauce on potato roll. The whole thing is a delicious symphony of spectacular yumminess! Fresh cut natural fries and fresh cut, potato chips are both very good. Some of the salad dressings are fresh made, just ask. Great service and fun interior with airplane theme. Been here twice in my first week in Rockford.... Can't recommend more highly.

    Cobb Salad add mahi
    Ashley A.

    Dropping my review down to 3 for a couple of reasons. 1. The fries come out so soggy everytime. 2. I brought my toddlers and they have no changing table in either bathroom which makes it difficult for parents. Still have good wings and mahi mahi.

    Build Your Own Burger

    The food, service and dining were great. I would recommend and plan to be back to try something new on the menu.

    Wifey and me shared a platter together
    Amanda W.

    I went to this gem with my bestie- I requested a yummy burger and she delivered. The burgers were so big- I had to bring my wife to show her! We actually were able to share a burger. We got the blueberry burger, it was not as good as I expected but still very yummy. The cheesecakes are to die for!!

    Super Jesus IPA. Going back again tomorrow. I am in love.

    Many years later- an updated review. Nothing but positives for Aero over the last few years. I'm probably at aero between once a month and once a week. I schedule after work drinks here, meet fam, etc. It's become my go to for drinks and dinner. Drinks are generous and the bartenders and waitresses are great. Large selection of beer and the mixed drink specials are switched up regularly and are worth paying attention to. Wings are consistently great. Burgers are great. Salads are good. Chicken sandwiches are great. Aero really deserves to be recognized as Rockford's bar with great food that occasionally goes beyond the level of a gastro pub. I definitely suggest you check it out if you haven't- it's become my easy choice for good drinks and food and a comfy environment.

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    Food was good, but the service was a bit slow. Seemed a little understaffed for a Saturday night

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    Everything was excellent, food, drinks and service. We will definitely go back to try something different. Menu had a good variety of.

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    Great food. Love the Bang Bang Shrimp Tacos. Very friendly and attentive service. Good selection of beers including local breweries.

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    Great food. Definitely coming back!! I'm not one to go on and on but 85 characters are what is required.

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    Crave

    4.2
    (37 reviews)
    0.9 mi

    Wowza - come here... Award winning bar menu... food was on-point…read more I started with Peach Whisky Sour - shaken properly with egg whites. I thought this might be a tad on the sweet side, but it was not... it was wonderful and very refreshing. I went with the Szechuan Ginger Beef Dip, which came with these great fries. The sandwich itself was decadent. I was literally the 1st person through the door on a Monday night. I sat at the bar and was able to chat with the owner who recently won a couple of big industry cocktail awards. The bartender was super friendly and provided great service. One doesn't necessarily think of Rockford as a culinary destination, but this is a local joint run by a born in raised young woman... Crave is a worthy destination dining spot. But if you're driving by on the interstate it's also worth the stop. The hours are great. The dining room and bar are well appointed and there are even some outside tables. When you're on the road, seek out those local joints. I'm really glad I did.

    I'm stingy with my 5 stars but Crave really deserves it…read more I made reservations at 7pm and we were seated shortly there after. The booth was very comfortable for two. The vibe was fun and energetic. It was upscale without being pretentious. Our server Alyssa was so very friendly and knowledgeable of the menu which I really appreciated. She recommended the sourdough focaccia and ahi poke for appetizers and they did not disappoint! For our entrees we ordered the filet. We ordered it medium but it came out medium rare but I didn't mind. Butter soft. The Thai cod was very flavorful; the heat was perfect, not overbearing. The cocktails were some of the best we have tasted. We ordered the bourbon drink and the psyche. Wow! No wonder the bartender won a prestigious award. The cost for two starters, 4 cocktails and 2 entrees was rather hefty but worth the money IMHO... our celebration was perfect... so thanks, Crave!

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    Dining room into the well-stocked, attractive bar.
    Dining room into the well-stocked, attractive bar.
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    Salt Rockford

    Salt Rockford

    4.2
    (30 reviews)
    1.7 mi

    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!

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    A look into one of the many dining rooms.  Some private rooms are available.
    A look into one of the many dining rooms. Some private rooms are available.
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    Salt Rockford

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    The Detour

    The Detour

    4.3
    (36 reviews)
    1.3 mi
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    How have I lived in Rockford for years and never heard of this place?! This is a hidden gem…read more There are many things going for this spot. It might be small, but it's mighty. A very long beer list, great whiskey options, and a full bar to start you off right. The food is good, and they run daily specials which you can find on the homepage of their website. We came on a Wednesday so I ordered a buffalo chicken salad and got $2 off. Between the rest of our family, we ordered the brat Mac n cheese (unique and delicious), wings (70 cents on Wednesdays), the Detour burger (my favorite of the bunch) and the Cobb salad. The salads were my least favorite (which I guess is not surprising). The service is good and it was not crowded which opened up the staff to make us feel very cared for. The biggest plus about this place is the value. Most of the menu options are under $10 (and that's not even with the daily special discounts applied) and worth every penny. The only negative I can think of is that I've been missing out all these years. Excited we've found another great hidden spot in Rockford!

    We ordered a couple of beers decided to split the grilled chicken clog with onion rings and ordered…read morea side of fried pickles with ranch The food is actually very good here The service is OK and the ambience is decent too. It's a really long bar. There's plenty of tables to sit. There's a game room in the back will be back.

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    The Detour
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    Victory Pickleball Pub

    Victory Pickleball Pub

    5.0
    (3 reviews)
    1.6 mi

    Thank you to the owner for responding and updating us with the new hours. We stopped in again…read moretonight to give it another try and it was GREAT!! The service was amazing, but we forgot the name of the server. She was helpful, gave recommendations and assisted in decisions between items. We ordered an appetizer of shrimp and it was AMAZING! Great portion size and great taste. We had the Mac and Cheese and the Philly Cheesesteak Wrap. Both items were delicious and more than enough food to fill us up and have leftovers. The best part of the restaurant is the draft wall. You can choose from multiple types of beer, mixed drinks, or straight liquor for mixing yourself. It added fun to the experience pouring your own beverages. The bar is very spacious and allows for multiple seating scenarios from high tops to regular chairs, to couches. You can watch teams play sports below or play pool and darts. I am very glad we gave them a second chance, it was worth the trip back. Thank you for a great evening.

    This place is Innovation meets "Being Different" at its best! Love the buffet style self-serve…read morecraft beer on tap process. You get to read all about each beer by tapping on each screen, then tap your card on the card reader & beer on tap starts to fill your glass. As the ounces increases up so does the price on the screen so you're always aware. Then there's Pickleball, billiards, & any other activity I missed. Food is good too. 5/5!

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    Pickleball
    Victory Pickleball Pub
    Victory Pickleball Pub

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