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Patio Dining Options Around Rockford
Our real estate agents love the diverse assortment of restaurants around Rockford homes for sale. It's even better when they can dine outdoors during a beautiful Midwest summer. Get together with family and friends at these wonderful restaurants with patio seating.
- Tavern on Clark - 755 Clark Dr., Rockford, IL 61107
What earned Tavern on Clark the dual titles of Rockford's #1 Steakhouse and #1 Pub on TripAdvisor? This delightful spot has the warm and welcoming ambiance of an old-school tavern with the up-to-date amenities of a modern urban pub. Relax at a table on their pet-friendly patio as you sip on one of 60 craft beers or 30 brands of bourbon from the bar. The menu includes surf & turf, chicken Marsala, and other gourmet entrees. Stop in for the Friday fish fry with your choice of beer-battered or baked cod. Tavern on Clark is open seven days a week, 11 a.m. - 9 p.m., with extended hours to 10 p.m. on Friday and Saturday. - Lucha Cantina - 1641 N. Alpine Road, Rockford, IL 61107
It's a fiesta of flavors at Lucha Cantina, which has been serving fine quality Mexican- and Latin-inspired food since 2013. Owner Joshua Binning and chef Manny Trejo bring a combined 50-plus years of experience to their popular restaurant. Creative dishes such as roasted cauliflower tacos, Cajun mac & cheese, and their signature Fresno burger are made from scratch with the freshest ingredients available. The outdoor dining area is surrounded by trees, creating a peaceful oasis. Hours are 11 a.m. - 9 p.m. daily except Sunday when closing time is 8 p.m. - Octane - 124 N. Main St., Rockford, IL 61101
When Patrick Alberto lost his job in 2001, little did he know how his life would change. After Octane offered Patrick a job as a dishwasher, he worked his way up from line cook to full-time chef and executive chef before becoming the owner in 2019. Octane's globally-inspired menu features fried chicken ramen, sweet & sour fried cauliflower rice bowl, and other delicious fusion dishes. The patio is the perfect place to enjoy Tuesday's "big kids" meal, with your choice of a smash burger, garlic butter chicken strips, or mac & cheese paired with a beer or the featured cocktail. Octane is open 5 p.m. - 9 p.m. Tuesday, 11:30 a.m. - 9 p.m. Wednesday and Thursday, 11:30 a.m. - 10 p.m. Friday, and 5 - 10 p.m. Saturday. - The Norwegian - 1402 N. Main St., Rockford, IL 61103
Brunch takes on a distinct Scandinavian flavor at The Norwegian. Customers love trying authentic dishes such as shakshuka, a tomato, onion, and red pepper stew with feta and eggs, and the frikadeller, a sandwich of smashed Danish meatball, Jarlsberg, sauerkraut, and lingonberry BBQ sauce. The featured evening menu rotates weekly. Visit the website for information about their live music schedule. Brunch is served from 7:30 a.m. - 2 p.m. Wednesday through Sunday, while the night menu is available from 5Â - 9 p.m. Thursday through Saturday. - Tower Kitchen & Bar - 416 S. Main St., Rockford, IL 61101
Take in spectacular views of Davis Park and the Rock River from the patio at Tower Kitchen & Bar. Their casual yet upscale menu of burgers and sandwiches, salads, and small plates is well-suited to summer dining. A variety of weekly specials includes an extensive Sunday brunch buffet. Listen to live music on the patio every Wednesday beginning at 6 p.m. Hours are 11 a.m. - 11 p.m. Monday through Thursday, 11 a.m. - midnight Friday and Saturday, and 11 a.m. - 10 p.m. Sunday.
Buying or selling a home in Rockford this summer? Contact us at Dickerson & Nieman to get started.