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Welcome to GreenFire Restaurant Bar & Bakery

At GreenFire Restaurant Bar & Bakery, the passion for culinary creativity and community comes together in a vibrant New American setting. Nestled in Rockford, IL, our story unfolds through a menu that marries artisanal baking with innovative dishes. From our delightful pizzas to exquisite crepes, every bite is crafted with fresh ingredients and a nod to both tradition and contemporary flavors. Guests are welcomed into a warm atmosphere, where every meal becomes a shared experience—great for family gatherings or evening outings. At GreenFire, we celebrate the joy of good food, excellent service, and creating lasting memories over delicious meals.

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Welcome to the culinary haven that is GreenFire Restaurant Bar & Bakery, located in the vibrant community of Rockford, IL. This trendy eatery is not just a place to dine; it's a place where flavors come to life through innovative New American cuisine. Specializing in a delightful array of pizzas and bar offerings, GreenFire is designed to cater to every palate, featuring options that are as diverse as its clientele, including vegan dishes and a limited selection of vegetarian options.

As you step into GreenFire, you're greeted by a lively atmosphere filled with moderate noise, making it perfect for a night out with friends or a cozy family dinner. The restaurant is fully accessible, ensuring everyone can enjoy its offerings, while the flexible services— from on-site dining and takeout to delivery and catering—make it a convenient choice for any occasion.

Let’s talk about the food, because here is where GreenFire truly shines. Start your meal with appetizers like the Shrimp Dijon, featuring succulent shrimp enveloped in a rich white wine cream sauce, or the indulgent Pork Sliders, served on a pretzel bun with barbecue pulled pork and tangy pickles. The menu artfully balances rich flavors and comfort food, making it perfect for both a casual lunch or an elaborate dinner.

For those with a taste for creativity, the Crêpe offerings are a must-try. The Ratatouille Baked Crêpe is filled to the brim with fresh vegetables and topped with cheesy goodness, while the seafood version boasts Maine lobster and shrimp in a creamy tomato sauce that is nothing short of heavenly.

Dessert is not to be overlooked either! With an impressive bakery selection, GreenFire leaves diners with sweet choices that are truly unforgettable. Patrons rave about the Berry Tartlet, which is simply excellent in taste and presentation.

The ambiance at GreenFire is marked by contemporary decor, a full bar complete with happy hour specials, and even options for outdoor seating—ideal for those warm evenings when you want to enjoy your meal under the stars. The staff is generally regarded as friendly and attentive, contributing to the overall enjoyable dining experience.

Whether you are looking for a place that's good for groups, kids, or simply a casual hangout, GreenFire has it all. And with its commitment to sustainability—using compostable containers and promoting a plastic-free policy—this restaurant is not only a delight to your taste buds but also to your conscience.

If you find yourself in the area, do not hesitate to visit GreenFire Restaurant Bar & Bakery. It promises an experience filled with amazing food, cozy ambiance, and a warm community spirit. Come see why guests repeatedly express their love for this gem in Rockford!

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Lynn M.
Lynn M.

As always the food, service and atmosphere were great! I had the chicken crepe & my husband had the filet. I also had the berry salad. All delicious!

Jamie G.
Jamie G.

An overall delightful experience! Delicious food, great ambiance and friendly staff. Desserts are above and beyond!

Steve D.
Steve D.

Awesome food! Great ambiance! Outstanding bartenders! Once, I came in for a pickup order and waited nearly 25-30 minutes just to give payment before the hostess had to check me out herself. Sometimes the servers and other staff do not meet the standard set by the restaurant. **Story**: My order was ready and waiting on the countertop. The hostess directed me back to pick and pay. There was a young lady working the register. I said, "Hello, I'm here for a pick-up. I believe it's this bag right here." She responded, "Yes, I am doing something right now, you'll have to wait." It seemed she was not doing anything that would prevent her taking payment, but I observed the situation and realized she appeared to be standing there behind the dessert glass waiting. I stood there for about 20 minutes as a family with many small children that were circling around, took turns with each child individually having a chance to look at different desserts in the glass case and contemplate which dessert they may or may not like. This time frame standing there for 20 minutes is within 1 or 2 minutes of being exact. After waiting for about 20 minutes, as I stood directly in front of the register, next to my bag of food waiting to pay, I asked, "Excuse me miss, I realize they are picking out desserts but they don't seem to know what they would like to get, perhaps you could simply run my card while they continue to browse the selection? I have someone waiting for me in the car." The young lady looked at me, gave me an annoyed facial expression and did not even respond. Simply ignored me and continued to stand there essentially doing nothing as the children looked and at options. I walked towards the kitchen and asked if someone could please ring me up for a TO GO ORDER. A lady responded, "They can ring you up right here." I replied, "She seems to be a little busy, perhapse you could ring me up?" She said, "No, I don't think she's doing anything. She can ring you up right now." I responded, "She not willing to help me." She walked over to the young lady who was working the register, and the lady working the register actually stopped her from allowing me to pay. I could hear her speaking very softly saying, "No, I am busy. He is going to wait until I want to do it." When I hear this I asked, "Why is she refusing to help me?" Neither of the ladies respond and the one from the kitchen walks away. Trying to remain patient, I waited another minute or 2 when the hostess saw me standing there and said, "Hey, why are you still waiting here? They have had your food waiting. You just checkout right here." The hostess was obviously a little confused how I could possibly still be there with the food being in the bag on the counter 1 foot in front of me and the lady working the register standing their completely available to take payment. I said, "She is refusing to help me." The lady working the register sees and hears all of this as she is standing there and she softly says, "No." and makes a couple noises with her throat, "Ummm... Mmmmeee" as she seems to slightly clam-up avoiding eye contact and standing still with her hands grasped in front of her. The hostess just automatically walks back around the counter, takes payment and I walk out with our dinner after waiting about 25-30 minutes for someone who was clearly able to take payment, to actually perform the task of taking payment. I do not believe this person to have had any type of serious cognitive disability, but it's possible she struggles with autism or a mild cognitive disability and this simply wasn't the appropriate work assignment for her.

Kirsten E.
Kirsten E.

Best restaurant in rockford without a doubt, you wont regret coming too greenfire, amazing food, amazing service, overall lighting and atmosphere is very cozy, best restaurant hands down, PS ( Franchescos, and salt) are mid stick too greenfire

Manasi H.
Manasi H.

Best veggie burger , great place for family and staff was amazing !! We had the pizza too! If I am in the area again will sure return here !

Micah E.
Micah E.

Wow, very professional kid!! Good job! I was once a Capri person, until they accused me of throwing a Molotov cocktail to burn down the house!! Get outta here kid y'all framed me thirst ass! Go go wood fire

Kate V.
Kate V.

Joined some friends here for dinner last night, and I'm so glad I did. I had a Caiparinha, which you never see on menus around here, and the scallops, which I loved. Everything was fresh, properly cooked, and tasty. Our server was pleasant and offered my friend some menu suggestions. We all ordered dessert- how could you not with their bakery selection? The berry tartlet was excellent. The cocktail menu is extensive, the wines by the glass menu is adequate but not nearly as varied. My only quibble is that my stall in the women's restroom was out of toilet paper. Restrooms should be refreshed more frequently on a busy Friday night.

Timothy S.
Timothy S.

Excellent service, food and atmosphere! The filet is off the charts! Enjoyed it so much, I was in here every night for dinner the entire week I was working nearby.

Kellina M.
Kellina M.

I've lived in Rockford few 3 months now and Greenfire is my go to spot for everything. Friends/family come into town we stop in, after work drink, etc. Food is always great, specifically the pizzas (pesto or the mushroom are a must). The espresso martini or any of their martinis are to die for. Service is always great, no waits! Love the vibe of Greenfire and it's always busy which tells you how great it is. Keep doing what you're doing!