City in Illinois, United States
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Rockford is a city in the Rock River Valley in Northern Illinois. With a population of over 145,000 (2019), it is the third largest city in the state.
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Has decently high quality, reasonably priced sushi. The teppan-yaki is much better than that of such chain restaurants as Benihana, and they even offer traditional Japanese dishes such as sukiyaki and shabu-shabu. This is a must-eat restaurant if business or pleasure brings you to Rockford. The owner Mas, while shy, is very friendly, as is his son John.
Wood-fire pizza, burgers, steaks, seafood, cakes, pies, cupcakes. Kitchen is open until midnight every day. Natural & organic cuisine. The owner, chef Philippe is a Rockford institution when it comes to food. Try the famous chicken crepe. The bakery also puts out tasty items.
Cheap, cheap, cheap breakfast and lunch options. Breakfast is simple to order: choose option A, B, or C. It'll only run you a couple bucks. And the best busboy in the city, Ace, will give you some friendly conversation.
Offers reasonably priced perfectly done basic farm cooking, with huge portions.
In business since 1945. Has a world class beer selection, and family-friendly casual fine dining, in a Frank Lloyd Wright architecturally award winning atmosphere, as well as the fine patio in the warmer months. The Olympic is a long standing Rockford tradition.
The Stolkholm Inn serves American and traditional Swedish food in a family restaurant atmosphere. Swedish specialties include Swedish pancakes, Kroppkakor (meat-filled potato dumplings), Swedish Meatballs and Kaldolmar (cabbage rolls).
Has a wonderful selection of freshly brewed beers and root beer. Food selection is great for an area bar. Known for their signature Vanilla Cream ale. Their signature thin crust pizza is their highest ordered food item.
Has the same style of a brewpub but offers a vegan menu.
Although they do not brew their own beer, they have a constantly changing beer menu with dozens of craft beers and wine. The bartenders are both friendly and sassy, and if you are lucky you may even see Uncle Nick (owner) in all of his suspender-ific glory.
Located in the American heartland, a delightful mix of sedate country scenery and exciting city life. The hotel is a deluxe three-story hotel with sixty-four rooms and suites.
Located one block west of the junction of I-90 and State Street (Bus 20). This all suite hotel has 95 guestrooms.
Located near the intersection of US Highway Business 20 (East State Street) and Interstate 90, it is in the hub of shopping and dining opportunities in the area.
Fitness center, and free WiFi, free breakfast.
By car
Rockford is located at the intersection of US Route 20 and Interstates 90 and 39, just 95 miles east of Dubuque, Iowa, 20 miles south of the Wisconsin border, 60 miles west of Chicago O'Hare…
By bus
Rockford is not served by passenger trains, with the railway lines in the city only served by freight trains.
By transit
The Rockford Mass Transit District offers bus service in Rockford, Loves Park and Machesney Park.
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