Some restaurants report 4th quarter losses up to 60%
ROCKFORD Rathskeller Rockford reopened its doors under new ownership Oct. 4, breathing new life into an iconic northwest side eatery that had closed the previous December.
While traditional German cuisine, baked goods and cold beer are once again being served up in the shadow of the Auburn and Main streets roundabout, business is still hindered by restrictions put into place to stop the spread of the novel coronavirus.
“I would say given the circumstances, we’re doing OK,” Rathskeller Rockford co-owner Jonathan Griffin said. “The reality of restaurants is that the majority of them can only make a profit with 85% occupancy. We’re far below that as far as occupancy, in terms of seating capacity.
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ROCKFORD Hard Rock Casino Rockford presented its case on Wednesday for the Illinois Gaming Board to preliminarily find its company and $310 million casino proposal suitable for a license.
Now the city of Rockford and 815 Entertainment LLC the company that unites local and regional investors with Hard Rock International await the Gaming Board s decision, expected Feb. 4.
A finding that the proposal or the company are unsuitable could derail Hard Rock s bid to open a casino here.
Chief investor Dan Fischer, owner of Dotty s Gambling Cafe chain, said the company was proud and humbled to have been chosen by Rockford over two other proposed casino projects that sought the city s sole license. Fischer said working with Hard Rock International gave his company a clear advantage and access to a wealth of experience.
IDNR Puts Rockford Venue On National Register of Historic Places
The Illinois Department of Natural Resources has put a Rockford venue on the National Register of Historic Places.
The longer I live in Rockford, the more I learn about the history of the city. I really enjoy finding out new information about our community. Of course, we have well know places like Anderson Japanese Gardens and the Discovery Center. There are also many places that fly under the radar.
Have you ever heard of the Rockford s Women s Club? If not, you ve probably driven by it many times. It s located near the Coronado Performing Arts Center at Church Street and Park Avenue. Like a lot of buildings in downtown Rockford, it has remarkable architecture so it fits right in with everything else. You probably wouldn t even notice it unless you were specifically looking for it.