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    Salt Rockford

    4.2 (30 reviews)
    Closed 4:00 pm - 10:00 PM

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    Babka
    Georgina G.

    Excellent food, impeccable service, classy but not stuffy, they have a variety of different items on the menu and the cuisine doesn't lean to just one genre. I dined with a party of 10 and they had something for everyone and all food sensitivities. We ordered almost every app from the menu. Standouts were the milk bread, cauliflower, and walleye tartine. I had the quail for my entree which was a special for the month. It was delicious and although it looked small, the way it was paired, it was filling. Everyone licked their plates clean. Definitely recommend for a special night out.

    Pork tamahawk with fondant sweet potatoes
    Sarah R.

    Winter update: I was contacted about the reservation fee and was happy to find that they stop the charge when you arrive and check in. Good to know! We returned for round two and the experience was as below. Winter 2024: I very much wanted to love their winter menu but what we tried just didn't do it for me. Our server was very nice and enthusiastic about the menu; they were offering a set menu for $50 that was four courses sounded promising but the thing that made me not go for it is the gumbo. After moving up here from Louisiana I have high expectations of gumbo and I personally had made a big pot a week before so it just wasn't thrilling us. That's not at all on them though so I don't count it as a negative. Since we were more interested in the regular menu she recommended a few items and we chose her selections. The meal: all of our cocktails were excellent. They really should keep their bartender and not let him or her go. The raclette pierogis were tasty and I particularly liked the crème fraîche, but I missed the texture of the dough when seared in butter. I also was really hoping for a blanket of cheese, because to me that's what a "raclette pierogi" is advertising. The pistachio dessert was a nice change because it had such a nice pistachio flavor and paired excellently with the little quenelle of raspberry ice cream, and was not your typical Rockford dessert. Definitely a highlight. Each other dish had some technical flaws that affected the dish. The smoked walleye appetizer was pretty to look at but all I could taste was somewhat greasy bread and naturally-oily aioli; I couldn't get much flavor from the fish; the dill and onion could have not been there and I wouldn't have known. It was oily enough that it needed some acid to cut through the oil and we couldn't finish the bread unfortunately. The plating was on point though! The bone in ribeye was missing the deeply beefy flavor I associate with the dry aging process, and the steak just didn't get the nice sear I love on a steak. The inner temperature was perfect though, and there were no complaints about the potatoes and sauce. It wasn't a bad steak but it didn't live up to the price point of $89. The scallops were the saddest for me only because of the expectations set when we ordered. One of my favorite things about scallops is again an amazing sear. I honestly wasn't going to get the scallops due to having been burnt a few times in Rockford but the server, completely without cue, mentioned how well the scallops are seared so I thought I'd be safe. Unfortunately they still looked very anemic when set in front of me. The flavor was great, and I overall liked them but I had really been hoping for a nice sear. Two were a little gritty and seemed like they just needed a little more of a rinse. The risotto had a nice flavor and paired with the scallop beautifully, my only small ding was the rice was a little al dente. We both agreed that overall we were satisfied with the meal in general but didn't feel it lived up to the sticker price. Again there are Chicago prices charged but not quite Chicago quality. We really want SALT. to succeed and I'm sure we'll give them another go (even if just for their great cocktails!) but I don't feel that the quality that is expected when paying these prices was there this visit. Hoping the next menu will show continued improvement!

    A look into one of the many dining rooms.  Some private rooms are available.
    George W.

    We dropped in after looking at cars. Nice place. The interior is redone. The walls have an interesting pattern, and the bathrooms are just as nice or nicer than they were under the previous business, Josef. We arrived and were seated promptly. The place recently opened in October (around the 25th) and we'd wanted to try it. The menu is, how can I say it, confusing. My wife said the key part of this review would be when I asked her "What would I like from these entrees?" Yep, that sums it up. Anyway, once we were seated, we received water. I was looking for a wine list, but they don't have one....yet. They do have an excellent sommelier who considered what we were planning to order, and recommended an excellent Merlot from a firm that I had a hard time pronouncing. Until I looked at the cork. There it was, clear as a bell. 4 pictograms on the cork. A gun, a lock, a bun and a shoe. Pronounced Gunlock Bunshoe, written Gundlach Bundschu, it's a real mouthful both as a wine and something to pronounce. With the wine settled, we had to make our entrée orders. My wife ordered their Lamb Ragu, and I ordered their Prime Dry Aged Ribeye, which came with a nice adirondack potato galette, better known as a potato tart of sorts, which also came with a nice bordelaise sauce. The food arrived nicely plated in a very short period of time, but they weren't exactly slammed - why, I can't imagine. (Maybe the confusing menu?) The food tasted great, my wife noted her Lamb Ragu was luke-warm, not hot, while my steak was piping hot. We wrapped things up with their Basque Goat Cheesecake, which tasted like cheesecake made with goat cheese, and their Pumpkin Torte, which was nicely accented with citrus and ginger, and was quite good. I think it was better than the cheesecake. This is a restaurant looking towards the higher end, just as it's predecessor did. The food is there, the wine cellar looks very good. I think the menu needs a little less fancy and a bit more down to earth, read-ability wise, and they might draw more people. Because the food is good enough, it can't be anything else keeping people away other than thinking "What is THAT?" when they read the menu online. The staff even left a thank you note after we paid and before we left. See the pictures.

    SWEET CORN BISQUE roasted pork belly. daikon. scallion
    Carmen

    Excellent service and food was full of flavor, pretty romantic seating with candle lit table setting. Only down fall was that the waiter didn't have much knowledge of the menu as is was new for the season, otherwise everything was great!

    Ravello
    Kimberly S.

    First, the atmosphere in this place is incredible, from the moment you walk in you feel welcome and appreciated as a customer. The tables are spaced apart perfectly to ensure you are not on top of the next table, and local artwork on the walls. We had the milk bread which was too die for along with the charcuterie board (served with olives and honey). My hubby took on the ribeye which was perfectly prepared! The bar had the most unique drinks, interestingly, no soda... but the bartender will make sure to custom make what you like! The carrot Brule was for dessert... definitely a must try! Sounds crazy, but even the bathroom was totally unique and they thought of everything (touch less toilets, mouth wash, even extra deodorant wipes)! My only negative, the Ravello was over Salted. Almost a perfect place

    Michelle K.

    Salt is a new fine-dining restaurant and bar with a modern twist. Their uniquely crafted dining experience and the finest wines and cocktails made my dining experience an unforgettable one! We ordered the Oyster which was so fresh and delicious. The Little Gem Salad that had a lovely texture from the quinoa crunch. The Hamachi Tiradito which tasted like it was just caught fresh from the sea. The Lobster Tortellini that had a rich lobster buttery flavor. Bone Marrow that just melts in your mouth. The Lamb which was cooked to a perfect medium rare. The Chocolate Pots De Crème which you must save room for. And the Basque Goat Cheesecake which was the perfect ending to this fabulous meal! The cocktails were great too! My favorites were the Diablito and the Rend & Sow! I love the smokiness from the mezcal and the smoke show. Not only was the food and cocktails amazing, the service was as well! The staff was very friendly and very knowledgeable about the menus. We couldn't have asked for a better night! I would highly recommend Salt. to all my friends family! It's the perfect place for date night, anniversary, birthday or any special occasion!

    The Stuffed Zuchini!
    Lawrence P.

    Had nice dinner at Salt. Diane wanted the Stuffed Zuchini, which did not disappoint! We were surprised that the bar did have any cranberry or Cointreau? And I thought the milk bread came out Cold? But my Pork Chop & Grits were perfect!

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    Food, service, ambience and overall experience was excellent! The fish of the day and the filet was awesome! I will be back.

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    Amazing food, atmosphere, top notch service. Highly recommend this place if you're looking for a nice meal in the Rockford area

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    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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