10 Local Rockford Dishes Everyone Should Try At Least Once

Rockford is a hidden gem for food lovers, offering a diverse range of local dishes that make it a foodie destination in its own right.

If you haven't explored much of what Rockford has to offer, let's dig in.

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If I had to recommend a local restaurant & dish to try for first timers, I'd have to pick between Rock Pho'd (dragon fried rice), Ernie's Midtown Pub (Italian Beef Nachos), Pomodoro (bacon-wrapped scallops), and GreenFire (Crème Brûlée). There are too many incredible places to try, it's hard to pick just one!

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Rockford residents have spoken, and here are the top dishes we believe everyone should try at least once. Who knows, it could become your new favorite dish!

10 Local Rockford Dishes Everyone Should Try At Least Once

The Norwegian: Croque madame & Ebelskivers
Capri Restaurant: Pizza
Garden Prairie Cafe: Cinnamon roll pancakes
Nunzio's: Pizza & Steak Sinatra
Olympic Tavern: French onion soup
Uncle Nick's: Gyros & Tacos
Lucha Cantina: Cheesesteak Chimi
Stockholm Inn: Breakfast Buffet
Lino's: The iconic salad
Cheezy’s Grilled Cheeses: Everything on the menu

And of course, these are just a handful of amazing dishes. It's clear that local eateries know how to deliver flavors that keep us coming back for more.

So, next time you're looking for a meal out in Rockford, be sure to check out these spots and try one of these dishes. Where are you going for dinner tonight because your tastebuds said so?