Food scene
We’ve been patrons at Octane for nearly two decades! This place has amazing food with a menu that changes regularly. Reservations recommended on weekends.
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Octane InterLounge
124 N Main StWe’ve been patrons at Octane for nearly two decades! This place has amazing food with a menu that changes regularly. Reservations recommended on weekends.
Ernie's Midtown Pub
1025 5th AvenueA favorite lunch spot with an excellent kid’s menu.
If you’re looking for someplace a bit more high-end, Abreo is your place! Locally sourced ingredients make every dish incredible!
If it’s warm out, the outside patio is a beautiful place to dine or just have drinks.
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Abreo Restaurant
515 E State StIf you’re looking for someplace a bit more high-end, Abreo is your place! Locally sourced ingredients make every dish incredible!
If it’s warm out, the outside patio is a beautiful place to dine or just have drinks.
Sisters Thai Cafe
514 E State StThere are not a lot of places open downtown on Sunday, but Vintage is one of them because everyone needs a place to watch the game!
Vintage @ 501
501 E State StThere are not a lot of places open downtown on Sunday, but Vintage is one of them because everyone needs a place to watch the game!
Magpie
126 North Madison StreetAmazing breakfast!!!
Fresh baked pastries every morning! They sell quick, so the best selections are found by the early riser.
Crust & Crumbles
116 N Madison StFresh baked pastries every morning! They sell quick, so the best selections are found by the early riser.
Velvet Robot Coffee Lab
116 North Madison StreetBecause we all need a good coffee place!
Katie’s Cup is one of my most favorite places in Rockford. They frequently have events taking place in their meeting space such as the indoor farmers market and yoga.
There is also a small book shop inside the cafe with an assortment of books for all readers.
Excellent coffee drinks and a decent menu.
The fireplace provides an ambience perfect for remote working or just a place to relax.
Katie's Cup
502 7th StKatie’s Cup is one of my most favorite places in Rockford. They frequently have events taking place in their meeting space such as the indoor farmers market and yoga.
There is also a small book shop inside the cafe with an assortment of books for all readers.
Excellent coffee drinks and a decent menu.
The fireplace provides an ambience perfect for remote working or just a place to relax.
Sightseeing
J. R. Kortman Center for Design
107 N Main StUnique shopping experience with an art gallery on the second floor.
RAD is our local screen printing shop where you can find all kinds of Rockford inspired apparel and other fun items.
Rockford Art Deli
402 E State StRAD is our local screen printing shop where you can find all kinds of Rockford inspired apparel and other fun items.
Salvaged by Sonya
510 East State StreetAntiques, jewelry and vintage clothing!
Nicholas Conservatory & Gardens
1354 N 2nd StSinnissippi-Gärten
1354 N 2nd StSinnissippi Golf Course
2003 Arlington AveAldeen Golf Club
1902 Reid Farm RdCoronado Performing Arts Center
314 N Main StBMO Harris Bank Center
398-300 Elm StreetIngersoll Centennial Park
315 South 1st StreetErlander Home Museum
404 South 3rd StreetAnderson Japanese Gardens
318 Spring Creek RdDiscovery Center Museum
711 N Main StNationally recognized children’s museum!
Burpee Museum of Natural History
737 N Main StRockford Art Museum
711 N Main StDowntown Shopping
Downtown Rockford has some amazing shops worth checking out while you are here.
Locally made bath and body products. This company is on the map for their nationally recognized Dream Cream.
Bath & Body Fusion
128 E State StLocally made bath and body products. This company is on the map for their nationally recognized Dream Cream.
Fred Vanvleet Store
328 E State StOur very own Toronto Raptor’s FVV shop!
Many of the pieces in our vintage retreat are painted by resident artist Eamonn James.
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317 Art Collective
317 Market StMany of the pieces in our vintage retreat are painted by resident artist Eamonn James.
The Midwest Rustic
London Avenue Designs
214 East State StreetA must visit for any runner! They will make sure you find the perfect shoe no matter how many boxes it takes.
Runner's Image
219 East State StreetA must visit for any runner! They will make sure you find the perfect shoe no matter how many boxes it takes.
This female ran art collective is a magical place full of handmade items from local and regional artists and makers.
Be sure to look up their hours before visiting.
GEM: Gather•Engage•Make
330 East State StreetThis female ran art collective is a magical place full of handmade items from local and regional artists and makers.
Be sure to look up their hours before visiting.