Rockford Restaurant Guide

Linos
4.5 stars (8 ratings)

(815) 397-2077

5611 E State St, Rockford, IL 61108

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January 19, 2009 @ 11:11 PM
5  out of 5 stars
a diner from Longview, TX
You can forget all the negative reviews . Try coming to a far away state as Texas and finding great Italian food let alone PIZZA!!! My Step dad Pete use to cook for the Gorotto when it was alive and let me tell you thease people now a days have no idea about good food!!! I am teaching my Grand - Children about true Italain food and the Love for food!!!
And every time I return home to IL I get a Pizza from LINO's!!!!!

Lane Johnson
Sou Chef
The Challenge at Oak Forest
Longview, TX
Formally a resident of Rockford, IL
December 31, 2008 @ 2:43 PM
5  out of 5 stars
a diner from Rockford, IL
We have been going to Lino's for over 23 years. We have never had a bad experience or food that wasn’t top notch. Lino’s is a family owned and family run business, and they treat their customers like old friends. Lino’s has always been one of our favorite restaurants. The food, atmosphere, service and attitude contribute to what is always a great dining experience. Lino’s is always our favorite spot for special occasions with family and friends. We often order food for pick-up (especially the fantastic pizza) when we are going to be in the area but do not have time for a sit down dinner (we live 25 miles from Lino’s). Finally, I do recommend making a reservation as they are normally quite busy. You will not be disappointed.
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Avg Rating: 5  out of 5 stars

Number of Reviews: 8

January 19, 2009 @ 11:11 PM
5  out of 5 stars
a diner from Longview, TX
You can forget all the negative reviews . Try coming to a far away state as Texas and finding great Italian food let alone PIZZA!!! My Step dad Pete use to cook for the Gorotto when it was alive and let me tell you thease people now a days have no idea about good food!!! I am teaching my Grand - Children about true Italain food and the Love for food!!!
And every time I return home to IL I get a Pizza from LINO's!!!!!

Lane Johnson
Sou Chef
The Challenge at Oak Forest
Longview, TX
Formally a resident of Rockford, IL
December 31, 2008 @ 2:43 PM
5  out of 5 stars
a diner from Rockford, IL
We have been going to Lino's for over 23 years. We have never had a bad experience or food that wasn’t top notch. Lino’s is a family owned and family run business, and they treat their customers like old friends. Lino’s has always been one of our favorite restaurants. The food, atmosphere, service and attitude contribute to what is always a great dining experience. Lino’s is always our favorite spot for special occasions with family and friends. We often order food for pick-up (especially the fantastic pizza) when we are going to be in the area but do not have time for a sit down dinner (we live 25 miles from Lino’s). Finally, I do recommend making a reservation as they are normally quite busy. You will not be disappointed.
July 11, 2008 @ 12:06 PM
1  out of 5 stars
a diner from Rockford, IL
Not good. Came in on a Thursday night and my waitress was incredibly rude. Our table was dirty and there was barely anybody in the place....so what was up with that?

I ordered a meatball sandwich. The marinera sauce tasted like it was straight out of the Prego can and the bread was soggier than any juicy sub i've ever gotten at Subway. BTW, if you're an italian restaurant...why serve fries with an entree such as that? I heard their pizza is good, but screwing up pizza isn't that hard. You can go to any of the other 50 pizza joints in town. Go somewhere else in my book.

Bad.
August 20, 2006 @ 2:19 AM
5  out of 5 stars
a diner from Barnesville, GA
Was born and raised in Rockford and ate at Lino's every other weekend. Have lived in Georgia for about 10 years and go to Lino's at least once a year.

Best pizza in the world! Fresh ingredients all the time!
October 3, 2005 @ 5:24 PM
5  out of 5 stars
a diner from Rochelle,IL
i love the whole atmosphere of this restaurant... i will be back!
October 30, 2004 @ 9:33 PM
5  out of 5 stars
a diner from Goshen, IN
Lino's was recommended to us by a local person, and it was perfect! Awesome atmosphere, great food, and the prices are very reasonable. We spent a weekend in Rockford and dinner at Lino's was definitely one of the highlights. Try it, you won't be sorry.
5  out of 5 stars
a diner from rockford, il
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There is nothing you can order from there menu that you won't love! Try them all.
5  out of 5 stars
a diner from Milwaukee, WI
Linos is a great restaurant for two things. One to enjoy a pizza and beer with friends and family or to have a quiet dinner, bottle of wine and enjoy the company of a date or loved one. The food ranges from pizza to traditional Italian dinners to fish and steaks. The choices are abundant. The taste is wonderful. Each dinner has salad, bread, entrees, and coffee and dessert. You receive a lot of food for little money. The Value is outstanding. Young and old alike will enjoy the food and spirits. You will also be captivated by the old world charms of Rome as soon as you step into the restaurant. The decor is spendid. It is a family favorite
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January 19, 2009 @ 11:11 PM
5  out of 5 stars
a diner from Longview, TX
You can forget all the negative reviews . Try coming to a far away state as Texas and finding great Italian food let alone PIZZA!!! My Step dad Pete use to cook for the Gorotto when it was alive and let me tell you thease people now a days have no idea about good food!!! I am teaching my Grand - Children about true Italain food and the Love for food!!!
And every time I return home to IL I get a Pizza from LINO's!!!!!

Lane Johnson
Sou Chef
The Challenge at Oak Forest
Longview, TX
Formally a resident of Rockford, IL
December 31, 2008 @ 2:43 PM
5  out of 5 stars
a diner from Rockford, IL
We have been going to Lino's for over 23 years. We have never had a bad experience or food that wasn’t top notch. Lino’s is a family owned and family run business, and they treat their customers like old friends. Lino’s has always been one of our favorite restaurants. The food, atmosphere, service and attitude contribute to what is always a great dining experience. Lino’s is always our favorite spot for special occasions with family and friends. We often order food for pick-up (especially the fantastic pizza) when we are going to be in the area but do not have time for a sit down dinner (we live 25 miles from Lino’s). Finally, I do recommend making a reservation as they are normally quite busy. You will not be disappointed.