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10 Best Brunch Restaurants In Rockford
Compare ten review-based brunch candidates in Rockford and nearby, with separate source ratings, review counts, prices, and links to menus. Source coverage varies; confirm current brunch service before visiting.
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The Top 10 Brunch Spots In Rockford
A review-based shortlist.
Separate platform ratings. Coverage varies.
01 / Rockford
The Norwegian
Snug Scandinavian brunch place & bar. Scandinavian breakfast/brunch eats & cocktails in a warm, Nordic-chic space with wood ceilings.
2 of 3 rating platforms · Restaurant-wide ratings
1402 N Main St, Rockford, IL 61103
02 / Rockford
Fresco At The Gardens
Refined cafe fare with garden views. Views of Anderson Japanese Gardens attract locals to this modern stop for gourmet daytime eats.
2 of 3 rating platforms · Restaurant-wide ratings
318 Spring Creek Rd, Rockford, IL 61107
03 / Rockford
Stockholm Inn
Swedish-American eatery with pancakes. This iconic Swedish-American eatery known for pancakes & lingonberries offers a homey atmosphere.
2 of 3 rating platforms · Restaurant-wide ratings
2420 Charles St, Rockford, IL 61108
04 / Machesney Park
Tropical Smoothie Cafe
Tropical Smoothie Cafe is listed at 10083 N 2nd St, Machesney Park, IL 61115. Explore the available restaurant information and source links, and confirm current menus, hours, and reservations directly before visiting.
1 of 3 rating platforms · Restaurant-wide ratings
10083 N 2nd St, Machesney Park, IL 61115
05 / Belvidere
Ned's Diner
Ned's Diner is listed at 2132 US-20 BUS, Belvidere, IL 61008. Explore the available restaurant information and source links, and confirm current menus, hours, and reservations directly before visiting.
1 of 3 rating platforms · Restaurant-wide ratings
2132 US-20 BUS, Belvidere, IL 61008
06 / Rockford
Lydia's Cafe
Lydia's Cafe offers american dining in Rockford at 1710 Rural St #3, Rockford, IL 61107. Explore the restaurant page for visit details and check the current brunch menu before booking.
1 of 3 rating platforms · Restaurant-wide ratings
1710 Rural St #3, Rockford, IL 61107
07 / Belvidere
Johnny Pamcakes 2
Johnny Pamcakes 2 is listed at 120 Buchanan St, Belvidere, IL 61008. Explore the available restaurant information and source links, and confirm current menus, hours, and reservations directly before visiting.
1 of 3 rating platforms · Restaurant-wide ratings
120 Buchanan St, Belvidere, IL 61008
08 / Rockford
Abreo
Trendy spot for elegant small plates. American tapas restaurant & bar emphasizing dramatic presentations of creative small dishes.
1 of 3 rating platforms · Restaurant-wide ratings
515 E State St, Rockford, IL 61104
09 / Rockford
Meg's Daily Grind
Meg's Daily Grind offers breakfast dining in Rockford at 3879 N Perryville Rd, Rockford, IL 61114. Explore the restaurant page for visit details and check the current brunch menu before booking.
1 of 3 rating platforms · Restaurant-wide ratings
3879 N Perryville Rd, Rockford, IL 61114
10 / Rockford
Social Urban Bar & Restaurant
Trendy New American watering hole. Trendy taproom serving locally sourced New American small & large plates, cocktails & absinthe.
1 of 3 rating platforms · Restaurant-wide ratings
509 E State St, Rockford, IL 61104
AT A GLANCE
Find Your Kind Of Brunch.
Compare the shortlist before you go.
01 / The Norwegian
Rockford · Breakfast
2 of 3 rating platforms
Price category: moderate
Directions ↗02 / Fresco At The Gardens
Rockford · Restaurant
2 of 3 rating platforms
Price category: moderate
Directions ↗03 / Stockholm Inn
Rockford · Breakfast
2 of 3 rating platforms
Price category: moderate
Directions ↗04 / Tropical Smoothie Cafe
Machesney Park · Breakfast
1 of 3 rating platforms
Price category: inexpensive
Directions ↗05 / Ned's Diner
Belvidere · Brunch
1 of 3 rating platforms
Price category: inexpensive
Directions ↗06 / Lydia's Cafe
Rockford · American
1 of 3 rating platforms
Price category: moderate
Directions ↗07 / Johnny Pamcakes 2
Belvidere · Breakfast
1 of 3 rating platforms
Price category: inexpensive
Directions ↗08 / Abreo
Rockford · American
1 of 3 rating platforms
Price category: expensive
Directions ↗09 / Meg's Daily Grind
Rockford · Breakfast
1 of 3 rating platforms
Price category: inexpensive
Directions ↗10 / Social Urban Bar & Restaurant
Rockford · American
1 of 3 rating platforms
Price category: expensive
Directions ↗| Restaurant | Area | Type | Yelp | TripAdvisor | Plan your visit | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01The Norwegian | Rockford | Breakfast | 4.7 / 5 1,415 reviews | Not Available | 4.6 / 5 50 reviews | Map ↗ |
| 02Fresco at the Gardens | Rockford | Restaurant | 4.5 / 5 823 reviews | Not Available | 4.3 / 5 131 reviews | Map ↗ |
| 03Stockholm Inn | Rockford | Breakfast | 4.4 / 5 3,064 reviews | Not Available | 4.3 / 5 580 reviews | Map ↗ |
| 04Tropical Smoothie Cafe | Machesney Park | Breakfast | 4.8 / 5 683 reviews | Not Available | Not Available | Map ↗ |
| 05Ned's Diner | Belvidere | Brunch | 4.7 / 5 818 reviews | Not Available | Not Available | Map ↗ |
| 06Lydia's Cafe | Rockford | American | 4.7 / 5 776 reviews | Not Available | Not Available | Map ↗ |
| 07Johnny Pamcakes 2 | Belvidere | Breakfast | 4.7 / 5 652 reviews | Not Available | Not Available | Map ↗ |
| 08Abreo | Rockford | American | 4.7 / 5 557 reviews | Not Available | Not Available | Map ↗ |
| 09Meg's Daily Grind | Rockford | Breakfast | 4.7 / 5 498 reviews | Not Available | Not Available | Map ↗ |
| 10Social Urban Bar & Restaurant | Rockford | American | 4.7 / 5 389 reviews | Not Available | Not Available | Map ↗ |
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