Rockford Restaurant Week 2027: January 28 - February 7

Thank you to everyone who joined us for Rockford Restaurant Week 2026 and helped make it our biggest year yet. With 82 participating restaurants, this year marked the highest level of participation in the event’s history. We look forward to celebrating Rockford Restaurant Week again January 28 – February 7, when diners will once again be able to enjoy special menus and deals from Rockford restaurants across the region.

During Rockford Restaurant Week, locally owned restaurants offer fixed-price menus, bundled meal deals, or discounted menu items, giving diners the chance to try something new while exploring the diverse flavors that make up Rockford’s restaurant scene.

2026 Restaurant Week Winners

Each year, diners help recognize some of the standout experiences from Rockford Restaurant Week. From creative dishes to unforgettable service, these restaurants captured the attention of guests throughout the event.

Best Experience

27 Aluna

Best Main Course

Harvey Wallbanger's

Best Dessert (tie)

Hidden Creek Estates and Plume

Best Deal

Cheezy's Grilled Cheeses

Best Cocktail or Brew

Crave Kitchen & Cocktails

Legacy Award

Franchesco's Ristorante

Explore 2026 Restaurant Week Menus

Want to revisit some of the dishes and deals that made this year’s event special? Browse the menus from the 82 restaurants that participated in Rockford Restaurant Week 2026. From multi-course prix fixe dinners to creative bundled meal deals, these menus showcased the variety and talent across Rockford’s dining scene.

Explore More Restaurants in Rockford

Rockford Restaurant Week is just one way to experience the region’s growing dining scene. From downtown favorites and neighborhood cafés to breweries, bakeries, and international cuisine, there are plenty of great places to eat throughout the Rockford region year-round.

Continue exploring and discover your next favorite restaurant here by browsing our main restaurants page and exploring dining options across the Rockford region.

Restaurant Week guides