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The Top Rooftop Bar & Lounge, Rockford, IL

The Top Rooftop Bar & Lounge

4.6
4.6
73 Reviews
$30 and under
Tapas / Small Plates
Experience panoramic views of historic downtown Rockford, Illinois, and the Rock River from 12 stories aloft. Featuring an inviting and modern atmosphere with an indoor lounge and seasonal two-tiered outdoor deck, The Top Rooftop Bar & Lounge is the only one of its kind in Rockford. Serving hand-crafted signature cocktails, an extensive wine list, craft beers, and an expansive menu of shareable dishes inspired by cuisine around the world – The Top is the perfect spot for dinner or drinks.

Make a reservation

2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 1 time today
Experiences are available.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style

    Casual Dining

  • Cuisines

    Tapas / Small Plates, Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service

  • Hours of operation

    Tue–Sat 4:00 pm–11:00 pm

  • Phone number

    (815) 668-7878

  • Payment options

    AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Dress code

    Casual Dress

  • Executive chef

    Robert Phillips

  • Private party facilities

    The Top Rooftop Bar & Lounge's Private Hospitality Suites are the perfect space for small private events with their outstanding views of the beautiful and historic downtown Rockford. We can accommodate a variety of corporate and social events including Private Dinners, Wine Tastings, Holiday Parties, Birthday Celebrations, Baby Showers, and more.

  • Neighborhood

    Rockford

  • Parking details

    Public Lot

  • Additional

    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Caribbean Night at The Top

    Jun 8, 2023 only
    Join us for Caribbean Night at The Top Rooftop Bar & Lounge in downtown Rockford on Thursday, June 8th! We will be featuring signature rum cocktails, rum flights, a specialty menu, and more during this exciting event. Enjoy live music by Todd Donnelly on his steel drums from 6:00pm - 9:00pm during this fun rooftop event!

What 73 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.1Value

NoiseEnergetic

Loved For

  • Chicago / Illinois

    Great for scenic views

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  1. Ashley

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    overall3food4service2ambience4
    The service was very slow. Food was good but we went our entire meal without drinks and our server checking in on us.
  2. NishaC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    The mood was just right....I had to set up and decorate for my son's graduation photo shoot. Everything was beautiful! Thanks! Will be back to visit the plates were just right. Ordered 4 of the shank. Delicious
  3. AngieB

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Delicious food and drinks. Great view of the city.
  4. EvanM

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    First time eating here. It was awesome. The views are great. Went on a really hot day but the roof was cool with a breeze.
  5. Laura

    San Francisco

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    overall3food3service5ambience5
    Be aware if you only want to have cocktails you will be told that you can not sit at a table on the largest and best part of the rooftop. I was not aware of this when I made the reservations. The waitress very politely explained this to us. I really felt sorry for her as there were only 3 tables of people. No one was waiting for a table. At least she could have received a tip from us if we had been allowed to sit there for a couple of rounds of drinks.
  6. JoeyW

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 23, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We chose to dine on the patio. Awesome view! Food was excellent waitress was pleasant and very attentive. Would highly recommend anyone to try it.
  7. AleS

    Chicago

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 29, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience5
    Great vibes and nice view.
  8. NancyB

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 16, 2023

    overall4food5service5ambience4
    We had the flat bread and the crabmeat,salmon deviled eggs which were very good but shortly after we arrived there came a wedding party and just wasn’t what we expected and considering the weather turned into rain we really felt crowded. Hopefully next time will be better.
  9. TravelingArchitect

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 15, 2023

    overall4food5service4ambience5
    Great food. Rather limited selection . Pricy. You go for the VIEW
  10. OpenTable Diner

    Chicago

    2 reviews

    2.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on February 19, 2023

    overall2food3service1ambience1
    It’s freezing by the window. The service was just ok. The flight drinks were just ok nothing special for the money. Really good wings, but I misunderstood and thought there was a full dinner menu but it was just an app menu. You can’t really see the river out of the windows and there aren’t any lights out there. Overall dissatisfied for the money. I had to high expectations.
  11. OpenTable Diner

    Chicago

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on February 15, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience5
    Phenomenal place with an exceptional view of the city. We decided to spend our Valentines here and partake in their Valentines day meal pertaining of Chilean Sea bass and Osso Buco. Let's just say the meal was absolutely delicious and spot on. I had a few Vermont Old fashions and my wife sampled a few different drink specials for the evening. We both left full and planning out return. The only exception to the evening was our less than attentive waiter. We had to go out of our way to get his attention and had to remind him of the wine we were supposed to get as part of out dinners with each course of our meal. Still didn't tarnish the experience we had and we'll definitely return.
  12. AlanP

    Milwaukee

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on February 12, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    Great Valentines Dinner. Will be back for regular menu
  13. MichelleJ

    Chicago

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on February 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We came here for the Valentine’s dinner special, had an excellent meal. Each course was brought out in a timely manner which allowed for us to enjoy our glasses of wine and conversation. The view from The Top of the downtown Rockford area is very enjoyable. There are paid parking lots but check the hours - it was after the time period in which you have to pay, which was what I found out when I scanned the QR code on the terminal. Other people were paying for their parking, which wasn’t necessary. The Top is an excellent addition to the Rockford dining scene.
  14. OpenTable Diner

    Chicago

    4 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on February 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Fantastic dinner
  15. AnnC

    Chicago

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on February 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Perfect special dinner! Really nice views and the food was wonderful!
  16. PaulV

    Tahoe

    11 reviews

    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on February 10, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Welcoming and friendly staff. Great view, need to go back around sunset. Food Was very tasty as well.
  17. DonnieB

    Chicago

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on January 6, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We eat at Top every few weeks and feel well cared for each time. Food is creative and wonderful. Service is tops and the view of Rockford from 12th floor is unparalleled. Oh, btw, cocktails are da best. We will be returning.
  18. LeslieM

    Chicago

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 1, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience5
    For some reason our on line reservation didn't register even though I had an email confirmation but we were seated in a timely manner. The food was delicious but appetizer portions which was fine for us. The drinks were great!
  19. Cath

    Chicago

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 17, 2022

    overall4food5service3ambience3
    The food was wonderful! I had the chicken wings and beets which I would order again.
  20. betsyz

    Chicago

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 18, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Delicious and beautiful small plates. Creative cocktails.. very very friendly staff
  21. OpenTable Diner

    Milwaukee

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on November 18, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Absolutely delicious drinks and food and excellent service! April our server was great! Nice view of the city at night! Great date night!
  22. OpenTable Diner

    Chicago

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 13, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The Top is tops!! However, the lighting in the room needs to be worked on...it would be more appropriate for a sports bar... not a lounge. The lighting detracts from the amazing view out the windows. It would be very easy to fix! Will definitely go back !
  23. DonnieB

    Chicago

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on October 14, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Da bomb! New menu through end of year is super. They still call it "small plates" but the tandoori chicken wings were the best I've ever had and I brought 1/2 of them home for later. Food presentation is superb. And you can't beat the view from 12th floor during fall season in the Midwest.
  24. AmyS

    Tampa

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 11, 2022

    overall3food2service3ambience5
    Drinks took a while. The vegetables were not cooked long enough. 2 of us were completely done eating the main course when finally the 3rd persons meal came out. No compensation or discount for the mix up.
  25. Cat888

    Chicago

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 9, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Our party of 8 had a wonderful evening. The food, especially the Tuna nachos, was excellent. Our server, Kendall, did a great job! The Rooftop is a real gem!
  26. Elena

    Omaha

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on August 27, 2022

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    We liked the atmosphere there, and the stuff was exceptionally nice.
  27. nickD

    Chicago

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 21, 2022

    overall5food4service4ambience4
    Dinner was nice. As a local, if they want more repeat customers, I think the menu need to have a couple more choices Or at least vary the menu sometimes It’s been pretty much the same menu since they opened
  28. DonnieB

    Chicago

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on August 19, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Weather was perfect; the building shades any hot sun in the evening which makes the view and outdoor atmosphere just right. Menu is excellent for sharing various tapas plates. Mid-August makes for great views over Rockford and nearby.
  29. KikiStove

    New Orleans

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on August 1, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food was great! Drinks were good…view was nice. Recommend those with long hair to wear or bring a clip cause it can get windy up there.. lol
  30. OpenTable Diner

    Chicago

    4 reviews

    4.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on July 30, 2022

    overall4food5service5ambience5
    The location and setting are awesome! The food was great, but this is not a place to go for dinner. Very limited menu.
  31. OpenTable Diner

    Chicago

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on July 22, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Beautiful night to be outside. It was not crowded at all which surprised us being it was a Friday night Service and food were excellent!
  32. OpenTable Diner

    Chicago

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on July 16, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We had a delicious dinner and drinks. We arrived early so it wasn’t very crowded, apparently things pick up a lot after sunset.
  33. MaryAnnP

    Phoenix

    8 reviews

    4.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on July 15, 2022

    overall4food5service5ambience3
    We very much enjoyed our first visit to The Top although rain prevented our being seated outside. Food was excellent; noise level barely tolerable.
  34. Michael

    Chicago

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on June 25, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great view, food and service were excellent and great selection of cocktails.
  35. StephanieM

    Las Vegas

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on June 25, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Love this place. Awesome views and wonderful service. Tim was fabulous!
  36. TeeTee

    Chicago

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on June 18, 2022

    overall4food5service5ambience4
    Great atmosphere. Good food. Great views! Service was wonderful
  37. OpenTable Diner

    Chicago

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 29, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Amazing!! Great food and great views!
  38. ACruz

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 29, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Beautiful view of Rockford and the river. Fantastic drinks!
  39. PhilipM

    Milwaukee

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on September 5, 2021

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Got the tuna nachos and four cocktails between my wife and I. The best drink in my opinion was the South Side Sour. We went at 4:30pm for an early evening appetizer and drinks before moving on for the night. Great view, quiet atmosphere with good music being piped in. Our server was excellent. Would certainly go back.
  40. BethB

    Chicago

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on August 30, 2021

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Amazing views - the best in the city. Food was good and server was attentive and friendly. Highly recommend!

Safety precautions

  • Cleaning & sanitizing

    • Surfaces sanitized between seatings
    • Common areas deep-cleaned daily
    • Sanitizer or wipes provided for customers
    • Contactless payment available
  • Physical distancing

    • Limited number of seated diners
    • Distancing maintained in common areas
    • Extra space between tables
  • Screening

    • Sick staff prohibited in the workplace
    • Staff temperature check required

FAQs

The Top Rooftop Bar & Lounge offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (815) 668-7878.

The Top Rooftop Bar & Lounge is rated 4.6 stars by 73 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 1 time today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for The Top Rooftop Bar & Lounge

416 S Main St 12th Floor, Rockford, IL 61101-1311

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Neighborhood

    Rockford

  • Hours of operation

    Tue–Sat 4:00 pm–11:00 pm

  • Cuisines

    Tapas / Small Plates, Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service

  • Dining style

    Casual Dining

  • Dress code

    Casual Dress

  • Parking details

    Public Lot

  • Payment options

    AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Executive chef

    Robert Phillips

  • Additional

    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

  • Phone number

    (815) 668-7878

  • Private party facilities

    The Top Rooftop Bar & Lounge's Private Hospitality Suites are the perfect space for small private events with their outstanding views of the beautiful and historic downtown Rockford. We can accommodate a variety of corporate and social events including Private Dinners, Wine Tastings, Holiday Parties, Birthday Celebrations, Baby Showers, and more.

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