Highest-rated Restaurants With Outdoor Seating in Rockford, According to Yelp

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Highest-rated restaurants with outdoor seating in Rockford, according to Yelp

Theres something special about taking in a meal while enjoying the air outside, and it could even contribute to your happiness, particularly if there are plants around. During the pandemic, having outdoor seating was a lifeline for many restaurants, allowing them to operate both takeaway and dine-in services.

Many also used the opportunity to show off their personality with decor and furniture that fit their vibe. Are you partial to a luxurious fake garden? Or are you more into lawn chairs and tiki vibes?

Globally, many people may have associated the outdoor dining experience with the cafes of European cities or street food stalls in Asia. Travelers and locals alike often spend hours sipping coffee and eating delicious and cheap food. In the U.S., outdoor seating can take the form of small tables, semi-private nooks, or communal-style seating for the masses, like at a beer garden. Key to a good outdoor table is shade from the sun and, in urban settings, walls or barriers that can cut down on fumes and noise from nearby car traffic.

Restaurants may also play up other perks—like having a great view. The coronavirus pandemic also increased demand for outdoor heaters so restaurants could keep serving meals outside in the colder seasons. All these adjustments have led to more Americans rediscovering the pleasures of dining al fresco, away from the noise inside.

While a good chunk of pandemic-era outside seating may have shrunk back since the return to "normal," many restaurants still have their prized patio tables ready for patrons. Stacker compiled a list of the highest-rated restaurants with outdoor seating in Rockford using data from Yelp. Rankings factor in the average rating and number of reviews. Keep reading to see if your favorite spot made the list.

#30. Cantina Taco

- Rating: 4.5/5 (31 reviews)
- Address: 117 S Main St Rockford, IL 61101
- Categories: Tacos
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#29. Hai Quynh Restaurant

- Rating: 4.5/5 (73 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 324 7th St Rockford, IL 61104
- Categories: Vietnamese, Asian Fusion
- Read more on Yelp

#28. Wired Cafe

- Rating: 4.5/5 (54 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 414 E State St Rockford, IL 61104
- Categories: Coffee & Tea, Sandwiches, Desserts
- Read more on Yelp

#27. Johnny Pamcakes 2

- Rating: 4.5/5 (12 reviews)
- Address: 7125 Harrison Ave Rockford, IL 61112
- Categories: Breakfast & Brunch
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#26. John's Restaurant & Pizzeria

- Rating: 4.5/5 (74 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 2914 11th St Rockford, IL 61109
- Categories: Pizza, Italian
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#25. Lydia's Cafe

- Rating: 4.5/5 (83 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 1710 Rural St Ste 3 Rockford, IL 61107
- Categories: Breakfast & Brunch, Sandwiches, American (New)
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#24. Meg's Daily Grind

- Rating: 4.5/5 (25 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 3885 N Perryville Rd Rockford, IL 61114
- Categories: Cafes
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#23. Buddy's Burgers

- Rating: 4.5/5 (153 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 6551 E Riverside Blvd Rockford, IL 61114
- Categories: Burgers, Sandwiches
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#22. Countryside Meats & Deli

- Rating: 4.5/5 (18 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 781 Highgrove Pl Rockford, IL 61108
- Categories: Meat Shops, Delis, Sandwiches
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#21. Smokehouse Barbecue

- Rating: 4.5/5 (81 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 432 W Harrison Ave Rockford, IL 61102
- Categories: Barbeque
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#20. Gulotta's Pizza

- Rating: 4.5/5 (17 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 1002 11th St Rockford, IL 61104
- Categories: Pizza
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#19. Katie's Cup

- Rating: 4.5/5 (23 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 502 7th St Rockford, IL 61104
- Categories: Coffee & Tea, Venues & Event Spaces, Breakfast & Brunch
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#18. Rock-Pho'd

- Rating: 4.5/5 (169 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 6551 E Riverside Blvd Rockford, IL 61114
- Categories: Asian Fusion
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#17. Sizz N Fizz

- Rating: 5.0/5 (4 reviews)
- Address: 200 Prairie St Rockford, IL 61107
- Categories: Food Trucks, Burgers
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#16. Victory Tap

- Rating: 5.0/5 (3 reviews)
- Address: 2315 Harrison Ave Rockford, IL 61104
- Categories: Sandwiches, Pubs, Chicken Wings
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#15. Jerry's Cafe

- Rating: 4.5/5 (35 reviews)
- Address: 2601 N Mulford Rd Rockford, IL 61114
- Categories: Breakfast & Brunch, Burgers, Sandwiches
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#14. Social Charcuterie Bar & Cocktails

- Rating: 4.5/5 (171 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 509 E State St Rockford, IL 61104
- Categories: American (New), Cocktail Bars
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#13. Little Nick's BBQ

- Rating: 4.5/5 (11 reviews)
- Address: 3118 Auburn St Rockford, IL 61101
- Categories: Barbeque
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#12. DiTullio's Italian Market & Cafe

- Rating: 4.5/5 (62 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 2207 E State St Rockford, IL 61104
- Categories: Grocery, Caterers, Delis
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#11. Abreo Restaurant

- Rating: 4.5/5 (157 reviews)
- Price level: $$$
- Address: 515 E State St Rockford, IL 61104
- Categories: Tapas Bars, American (New)
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#10. 8th Ward Pub

- Rating: 4.5/5 (24 reviews)
- Address: 3905 Broadway Rockford, IL 61108
- Categories: Tapas/Small Plates, Cocktail Bars
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#9. The Norwegian

- Rating: 4.5/5 (159 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 1402 N Main St Rockford, IL 61103
- Categories: Scandinavian, Breakfast & Brunch, Bars
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#8. LimaMar Restaurant

- Rating: 4.5/5 (45 reviews)
- Address: 221 E State St Rockford, IL 61104
- Categories: Peruvian, Desserts, Cocktail Bars
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#7. Behr Den

- Rating: 4.5/5 (11 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 1125 Seminary St Rockford, IL 61104
- Categories: Breakfast & Brunch, American (Traditional)
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#6. Zammuto's Drive In and Carry-Out

- Rating: 4.5/5 (14 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 725 Kent St Rockford, IL 61102
- Categories: Fast Food, Burgers
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#5. Sahara Palace Restaurant

- Rating: 4.5/5 (224 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 5890 E State St Rockford, IL 61108
- Categories: Middle Eastern, Mediterranean, Kebab
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#4. The Latham Tap

- Rating: 4.5/5 (6 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 2402 Latham St Rockford, IL 61103
- Categories: Sports Bars, Burgers, Sandwiches
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