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Thunder Bay Grille


3.5 of 5 stars 12 ratings  |  Write a review
  • Cuisines: American
  • 7652 Potawatomi Trail, Rockford, IL 61107-5265
  • (815) 397-4800
  • Price range: €4-11 ($5-$15)

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5 of 5 stars
richmanbialk22   1 contribution
lake geneva WI
Sep 8, 2009

I went to thunder bay grille with my family and there is great service and a wonderful atmosphere. Even if my meal was to salty it still wouldve been a great place, but my meal was fabulous more

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1 of 5 stars
lostinbago   3 contributions
Rockford, Illinois
Jun 2, 2009

I took my daughter out for a special meal and although she enjoyed hers, my bouillebaise was WAY too salty and I could not eat more that one or two spoonfuls. she tasted and agreed. when I informed server, he said sorry but did not offer substitute. I had to pay for an inedible meal. more

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5 of 5 stars
geomom01   16 contributions
Cleveland
Feb 3, 2009

Just had dinner with two colleagues at Thunder Bay Grille in Rockford, IL. The interior is lodge-like and there are many different types of rooms/atmospheres to enjoy from private booths to fieside dining. We had the Bison Bone-in Ribeye, Top Sirloin and Shrimp, and Chicken Tchoupitoulas. All were very good and we receommend them. The restuarant is very large but... more

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5 of 5 stars
RevDrRobert   8 contributions
Washington DC
Aug 28, 2008

We moved out of state and truly miss this great restaurant. Enjoy if you can! more

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1 of 5 stars
Jdunne9407   6 contributions
Aug 16, 2008

Terrible food more

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5 of 5 stars
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Jul 28, 2008

Best steak and fish. Good atmosphere. more

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5 of 5 stars
NeuroAngiodoc   59 contributions
Cleveland
Jun 7, 2008

I stayed at the Courtyard Hotel in Rockford on business which is 30 seconds walk to Thunder Bay. I loved the rustic and wood cabin decor. Very quiet night, not too many patrons (Thursday Night). I ate at bar and had great service, good food all-around. Cajun Grouper was awesome entree and was served over great jumbalaya. Friendly bartender, and... more

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4 of 5 stars
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Mar 14, 2008

Very good steaks, quiet atmosphere, food is a bit expensive but worth the money. Delicious desserts. more

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3 of 5 stars
jellolovessun   13 contributions
Illinois
Jan 7, 2008
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Don't expect Thunder Bay Grille to be a nice dinner out night. It is average, mediocre. I would choose Olive Garden over this place. Nice service though. I guess I am a snob. I ate outside with a group of friends and I thought it was kinda dirty, and a little hillbilly. more

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5 of 5 stars
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Dec 10, 2007

One of the top in Rockford. North woods cooking. I have always left content. more

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Thunder Bay Grille Address

7652 Potawatomi Trail, Rockford, IL 61107-5265
Tel: (815) 397-4800
* Restaurant price information is based on meal cost per person, excluding drinks, tax and tip.