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.

We stayed at the embassy suites and had a few drinks at the top. What a beautiful place! It has…read moresuch a history and it has been transformed into a hotel with The Top as the crown jewel. It was lovely! If you're downtown, stop in and take in the views! You won't regret it!

When the Vibes are right, the vibes are right…read more My wife and I have been wanting to try this place out for awhile now and we finally made time to have lunch here. It was a beautiful day so we chose to sit on the rooftop. What a beautiful view of the city and the river. It was a little chilly with the wind but we endured because of the view. The restaurant itself was not super busy but definitely steady. Every single staff member we interacted with was so incredibly friendly. We felt very welcomed to be there. We shared their Imposter Sandwich (Tofu) and a large order of Tots with the Sauce Sampler. The sandwich was phenomenal! Crispy, flavorful, & large enough to share. Tots were also cooked perfectly and seasoned well. We both left VERY full. My Only complaints/criticism was that their sauces were mostly misses. We only liked 1 or two of the ones we tried. They also don't offer a sauce with any heat. I personally prefer super spicy and really wanted more spice with what was offered. Also as a vegetarian, I never understand how a Tofu sandwich can be significantly more expensive than regular meat sandwiches. That part is always frustrating to me knowing how cheap tofu is. I also do not run a restaurant and do not have intimate knowledge of the overhead cost of things so I am totally ignorant to that part. It just can feel "predatory" because it's the only option for people that dont eat meat. in closing, this place is Awesome! They have amazing food, an awesome location, great staff, and this place would be a good experience no matter the party you came with. I definitely recommend giving DIsco Chicken a try.

This place has a unique, fun atmosphere, and lots of different chicken choices. The layout is 3…read morestories and seating is a little tight but love that they have one of the only rooftop bars/dining areas in the city with a great view! Ordered one salad online and it said it would be ready around 6:25, but wasn't ready until 6:40. I was bummed at wasting 15 minutes waiting inside, especially since my order was small, so I wish their estimates and online ordering were better. I probably wouldn't recommend coming here if you're in a rush. Once I got the food, though, it was one of the best salads I've had in a long time (technically called the "Disco Greens"). It was delicious so I'm adding back a few stars for that. We'll give it another try soon, it might have just been an off night

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.

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.

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.

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.

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 !!

OMG! What a treat. My husband and I happened by on July 3rd prior to going to the RSO concert…read more The food was amazing. We sat at bar dt to no reservations, but not to be disappointed. And my husband would not have chosen Filipino food, but now can't wait to go back. Go check it out. We will be back!

I hosted my daughter's baby shower at Prairie Street Brewing. Therese, who I was working with, was…read moreso prompt via emailing answering my questions (no matter how small). My servers the day of the shower so so very accommodating and incredible to work with and the food was incredible. I would absolutely have another event there. Thank you PSB for making my party perfect.

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.