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Rockford Region Restaurant Week
Rockford Region Restaurant Week will return in 2025!
During the Rockford Region Restaurant Week, your favorite local establishments will offer special menus and deals.
2024 Winners
Best Dessert: This award goes to the most outstanding and delectable dessert offered. Winner – Dairyhäus
Best Deal: This was awarded to the eatery providing the most creative deal, experience or package. Winner – Cheezy’s Grilled Cheeses
Best Cocktail or Brew: This award recognizes the restaurant or bar offering the most outstanding, unique, and freshly served beverages. Winner – Ernie’s Midtown Pub
Best Main Course: This award recognizes the eatery who provided the best, most authentic and unique main course/entrée. Winner – SALT.
Best Experience: This award goes to the participating business providing an exceptional overall dining experience including ambiance, food, and customer service. Winner – Hidden Creek Estates
2023 Winners
Best Atmosphere & Vibes: A food establishment that showcases the best vibes through lighting, service, and overall experience. Winner – Ernie’s Midtown Pub
Best Restaurant Week Package: The most creative deal, experience, or package. Winner – Alchemy at Aldeen Supper Club
Best Cocktail or Brew: The most creative and tasty beverage. This category includes coffee, cocktails, smoothies, beer, and other freshly served beverages. Winner – 8th Ward Pub
Best Bite: Vote for the meal packing the most flavorful bite. Winner – The Norwegian
Best for All: Your favorite food establishment showcases a welcoming environment for all. This is defined as a venue that welcomes residents and visitors by creating a sense of belonging. Winner – Lino’s.
2022 Winners
Best Atmosphere and Vibes: A food establishment that showcases the best vibes through lighting, service, and overall experience. Winner - Ernie’s Midtown Pub
Best Restaurant Week Package: The most creative deal, experience, or package. Winner - The Fire Barn
Best Cocktail or Brew: The most creative and tasty beverage. This category includes coffee, cocktails, smoothies, beer, and other freshly served beverages. Winner - 8th Ward Pub
Best Bite: Vote for the meal packing the most flavorful bite. Winner - Salamone’s Cherry Valley
Best for All: Your favorite food establishment showcases a welcoming environment for all. This is defined as a venue that welcomes residents and visitors by creating a sense of belonging. Winner - Lucha Cantina
2024 Rockford Region Restaurant Week Recap
Thank you to everyone who voted, participated, and savored the delicious offerings during Rockford Region Restaurant Week! Your support made this event a tremendous success. We extend our gratitude to all the amazing restaurants and their talented chefs for crafting unforgettable culinary experiences. Get ready for more culinary delights as we eagerly announce the return of Restaurant Week in 2025 – an event that promises even more flavors, creativity, and community celebration!