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Views of Anderson Japanese Gardens attract locals to this modern stop for gourmet daytime eats.
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Address: 318 Spring Creek Rd, Rockford, IL 61107
Phone: (815) 316-2256
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Reviews
Elle Parker
We had a wonderful dining experience at Fresco before heading into the Japanese Gardens. The restaurant was definitely busy, so I’m glad we had a reservation, it made everything smooth and stress-free.
The food was absolutely delicious, from start to finish. Everything we ordered was fresh, flavorful, and beautifully plated. The drinks were just as impressive, refreshing and well-crafted. Best of all, everything was reasonably priced, especially considering the quality and location.
It was the perfect way to kick off our visit to the gardens. Highly recommend making a reservation if you’re planning to go on a busy day!
… moreThe food was absolutely delicious, from start to finish. Everything we ordered was fresh, flavorful, and beautifully plated. The drinks were just as impressive, refreshing and well-crafted. Best of all, everything was reasonably priced, especially considering the quality and location.
It was the perfect way to kick off our visit to the gardens. Highly recommend making a reservation if you’re planning to go on a busy day!
Crystal
Beautiful dining area with great views of the gardens! We came for a little impromptu lunch and we were seated right away. Be careful if you sit next to the windows as the vents make it very very cold. I had the Fresco Breakfast with a half waffle and my mother had the Turkey Club, no arugula, no tomato, no fried egg. I really enjoyed the flavorful bacon, but the sausage was so heavy and greasy that I really didn’t eat it. It doesn’t say it comes with potatoes, but it does and they are very good. The turkey club is actually a hot sandwich, even though it doesn’t say that and turkey clubs should be cold. It was a bit heavy for lunch food as well. The pickle that came with the sandwich was very dry and unappetizing looking, but they are supposed to look like that according to the waiter. I wish the menu was more detailed because I don’t think it accurately depicts what you get. Also, the food is terribly expensive.
… moreReM M
We love this place.
Came in for lunch yesterday and it’s packed. We waited 20-25 mins. Service is great..Food taste good as always but our food is cold not even warm
… moreCame in for lunch yesterday and it’s packed. We waited 20-25 mins. Service is great..Food taste good as always but our food is cold not even warm
Madeline Joy
Overall, good experience. The potatos were awesome. Eggs were good. Bacon was good. Sausage was good. Pancakes and syrup were subtle in flavor.
Steak and eggs were good and cooked as requested.
… moreSteak and eggs were good and cooked as requested.
Estephanie Serenilla-Reyes
Had a great dining experience! The food was delicious, but what really stood out was the service. Our waitress Yoselyn was absolutely amazing—friendly, attentive, and made us feel right at home. We’ll definitely be back!
… morenida Ploy
It’s Western food for breakfast and a brunch. The salmon wrap was good. The prices were reasonable. The restaurant has a great view of the garden. Very nice souvenir shop, in Japanese style. I have lived in Japan for over 3 years.
… moreSalvatore Piazza
Visited the Anderson Japanese Gardens this past Saturday afternoon and found this lovely eatery located in the Garden’s visitors center. The atmosphere is beautiful with window views of parts of the garden that make you feel like you are outdoors. (There is outdoor seating as well) The interior is beautiful, and at the same time casual. The service was excellent, even though it was quite busy.
The food was outstanding. We had a Mushroom Swiss Burger with fries and Eggs Benedict with Hollandaise Sauce. Both were hot and quite tasty. The burger was cooked to perfection and the fries looked and taste like they were homemade. The eggs were also excellent and the hollandaise sauce was subtle and served on the side.
The prices were reasonable for a tourist attraction in Illinois. I highly recommend a visit to both the Gardens and the “Fresco at the Gardens” if you are in the area.
… moreThe food was outstanding. We had a Mushroom Swiss Burger with fries and Eggs Benedict with Hollandaise Sauce. Both were hot and quite tasty. The burger was cooked to perfection and the fries looked and taste like they were homemade. The eggs were also excellent and the hollandaise sauce was subtle and served on the side.
The prices were reasonable for a tourist attraction in Illinois. I highly recommend a visit to both the Gardens and the “Fresco at the Gardens” if you are in the area.
Beth Whitaker
Spontaneous need for food brought my kid and me here. And I am excited to come back. Small menu with breakfast and lunch served all day. Juice fresh pressed in house, and spirits are available. Prices seem reasonable for beverages. Food prices are par for a nicer restaurant, which is unfortunate as a casualty of our economy.
Potatoes were crispy outside and tender inside. Everything cooked to perfection. Options for all eating habits from vegetarian to carnivores.
Sitting outside is a wonderful experience and escape in nature.
2 breakfast, 1 tea, and a latte was $56.00 + tip.
… morePotatoes were crispy outside and tender inside. Everything cooked to perfection. Options for all eating habits from vegetarian to carnivores.
Sitting outside is a wonderful experience and escape in nature.
2 breakfast, 1 tea, and a latte was $56.00 + tip.
Deirdre Cooper
Would definitely not recommend this restaurant! Poor quality extremely slow service and I specifically ordered no mayo and after a 45 minute wait didn’t send it back since wasn’t sure how long it would take to remake. Also the bacon was like rubber obviously NOT cooked. Unfortunately this was a terrible experience and it did not live up to the hype.
… morePheodor Paramonov
Overall place is good, but overpriced. My “signature” burger had an overburdened patty, even if it was cooked to medium. But it is convenient to have a restaurant inside of the garden, very good experience.
But fruits inside of pineapple is an amazing finding!
Also it is very uncommon to find the place with very good tea in the pot, this one has one. Combine it with ice cream and you would have a bright day!
As a suggestion – would be nice to have a discounts for the garden visitors or vice versa.
… moreBut fruits inside of pineapple is an amazing finding!
Also it is very uncommon to find the place with very good tea in the pot, this one has one. Combine it with ice cream and you would have a bright day!
As a suggestion – would be nice to have a discounts for the garden visitors or vice versa.