Olivo Taco's Next Big Move in RockfordOlivo Taco's Next Big Move in RockfordRockford’s Olivo Taco is launching a new deli market downtown, aiming to fill a long-standing void in the area while expanding their beloved brand.Lil ZimLil Zim
Cruise Nights at Smokin' Coop BBQ PitCruise Nights at Smokin' Coop BBQ PitSmokin’ Coop’s Wednesday Cruise Nights in Belvidere are packed with BBQ, cool cars, and charitable fun—all to support St. Jude!Lil ZimLil Zim
Most Missed Rockford RestaurantsMost Missed Rockford RestaurantsAfter Hooters in Rockford suddenly closed, we asked locals which shuttered restaurants they still miss. The answers are filled with tasty nostalgia.Lil ZimLil Zim
Rockford’s Sweet Basil Cafe Has Closed for GoodRockford’s Sweet Basil Cafe Has Closed for GoodRockford’s Sweet Basil Cafe, located by CherryVale Mall, has permanently closed just shy of its four-year anniversary.Lil ZimLil Zim
Capri Restaurant Reopens For Indoor Dining This MonthCapri Restaurant Reopens For Indoor Dining This MonthCapri fans rejoice—indoor dining is returns at the new Loves Park location, complete with original charm and classic Italian favorites.Lil ZimLil Zim
Celebrity Spotting in Rockford’s North EndCelebrity Spotting in Rockford’s North EndMelissa Etheridge and wife Linda Wallem visited Rockford’s Norwegian restaurant—again. Did you know Linda has hometown ties?Lil ZimLil Zim
The Pomodoro in Loves Park Announces Permanent ClosureThe Pomodoro in Loves Park Announces Permanent ClosureAfter 4 years of serving Italian favorites, The Pomodoro in Loves Park, Illinois is officially closing. Lil ZimLil Zim
Rockford's Only Peruvian Restaurant Has ClosedRockford's Only Peruvian Restaurant Has ClosedRockford bids farewell to its beloved LimaMar Restaurant & Cocktail Bar. What does this closure mean for our local dining scene?Lil ZimLil Zim
Church's Texas Chicken Is Now Open in Machesney ParkChurch's Texas Chicken Is Now Open in Machesney ParkChurch's Texas Chicken has opened their first location in the Rockford area at 1586 W Lane Rd. in Machesney Park. Lil ZimLil Zim
Raising Cane’s RKFD: What to Expect (& What to Do If It’s Packed)Raising Cane’s RKFD: What to Expect (& What to Do If It’s Packed)Raising Canes is about to shake up Rockford! Will the queues be worth it for those famous chicken fingers and Cane's Sauce?Steve ShannonSteve Shannon