Rockford’s Top 7 Bars to Celebrate National Beer Day
April 7 is more than just a Twofer Tuesday, it's also National Beer Day.
Many moons ago on April 7, 1933, prohibition ended thus making today National Beer Day. What better way to celebrate this awesome holiday than bellying up to a bar at one of Rockford's best bars? Here are Rockford's Top 7 Bars according to Yelp.
- 1
Oasis Micro Pub
901 E State Street"No crap on tap. Knowledgeable people who work there. Not many offerings for mixed drinks but seriously, only go here for the beer selection. Also, you can take some home as well. They sell all of their bottles to go!" ~Mark L via Yelp
- 2
Social Urban Bar and Restaurant
509 E State Street"I was visiting Rockford and I asked to my local friend for a place to sip crafted cocktails, my friend told me to go to Social Urban Bar, and you know... my friend was 100% right." ~Carlos E.C. via Yelp
- 3
Kryptonite
308 W State Street"Any night of the week you'll see young hipsters drinking PBR's to a group of 40 something's drinking a fancy, delicious beer from their awesome beer list. It's definitely a bar where everyone who walks in immediately knows someone else & high fives are exchanged." ~Jenny via Yelp
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Alchemy
610 N Bell School Rd"Great atmosphere. Garage type doors open. Great beer selection. Tried the ballast point wahoo white-delicious. Get the 16 oz- anything else is too small. Waiter is so helpful and nice." ~Kathy P via Yelp
- 5
Octane InterLounge
124 N Main Street"They have a good list of cocktails, wine and beer. They also have a creative list of non-alcoholic beverages including house made sodas and coffee drinks." ~Lisa L via Yelp
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Rural on Tap
1710 Rural Street"We have been here a few times. Great little neighbor hood bar. They have specials every night including game night, 50% off wine, and live music. The bar is beautifully designed with intimate seating in front of the fireplace or longer tables scattered around." ~Lindsey G via Yelp
- 7
Oscar's Pub & Grill
5980 East State Street"My husband and I stopped here for a couple drinks before we had to leave town, and it was a good decision. The bartender, Jason, was very nice, answering our questions about Rockford and the bar. It was nice to know that it was still family owned, and Jason had actaully known the family for a long time. The place was clean, served cold beer, so we were happy!" ~Morgan G via Yelp