Rockford Restaurants

Celebrate Rockford Restaurant Week and check out The Raven’s chef-driven menu, now open on Spring Creek Road.

McAlister’s Deli, famous for giant sandwiches, baked spuds, and sweet tea, will open its first Rockford location in 2026.

Rockford’s Smokey Bones closed with little notice in January 2026, leaving residents and staff blindsided and marking another in a string of area restaurant closures.

Rockford’s Olympic Tavern is hosting a Grinch Pop-Up on December 4. Come in costume, enjoy holiday fun, and support the Family Peace Center.

Capri’s new Loves Park location is getting even better with holiday igloos and a fun merch stand offering unique gifts and a warm festive dining experience for families.

Don’t spend Thanksgiving scrambling in the kitchen. Order a full to-go feast from a Rockford restaurant and spend the day enjoying family — not managing ovens, sides and dishes.

Freddy’s Frozen Custard & Steakburgers in Machesney Park suddenly closed on Oct. 16, leaving locals wondering if the shutdown was quietly planned.

After serving countless breakfasts and memories, Sunrise Family Restaurant in Rockford is closing permanently.

After a fire caused $30,000 in damage to Doc’s Diner in Loves Park, insurance and landlord both refuse to cover repair costs.

Rockford’s beloved Salamone’s Italian Restaurant is getting national recognition when America’s Best Restaurants films an episode there this September.