Rogue River Tavern, 4 N. Main Street, Rockford ~ May 5, 2026

The bar previously operated as The Woodshed Pub for 21 years before being sold in 2000 or 2001, closed for 6 months for a remodel, and re-opened as The Rogue River Tavern. The outside was redone in 2009. And it is a very charming place with a large u-shaped bar in the middle of the restaurant, and free popcorn.
Besides the waters, we enjoyed an Old Fashioned and a Yuengling along with our loaded tots.

The Tots arrived with a highly organized presentation and were very cheesy. It was a great appetizer.
Three chicken tacos were served with lettuce, tomato, and cheese, and a couple of dollops of rice and beans mixed together. Ingredients were fresh and the meat was well-seasoned.
A baked potato ordered was one of the smallest potatoes ever seen in a restaurant 😉
The perch dinner was excellent, the fish being lightly hand battered and very tender. The broccoli was also well prepared and not over cooked.
The River Burger was perfectly round 😊 but juicy with a good char flavor. You may choose three toppings and if you want additional toppings, there is a charge of $1.39 for each addition. No condiments were on the table and we had to ask for salt, pepper, ketchup, and mustard (at no additional charge). 
The three chosen toppings were blue cheese, jalapenos, and tomato and it all blended well.
An ever-changing sign advertises specials and upcoming entertainment.
The place is clean and well-organized, and our servers, Kayla and Emily, were excellent.
There are a lot of TVs but it wasn't loud and we had no trouble talking to each other. It was a fine stop and we'd be happy to return. Cheers!
 

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