American cuisine: the best places to taste it in Grand Rapids

"I love barbecue and Two Scotts is the best in GR. I absolutely love their brisket...moist, great flavor and smoke...yum. Their pulled pork is also..."

Carly Fleser

Ethan Nayback

Big Bob's Pizza

85/100 (1039 ratings)

Wheelchair Accessible

"the food and staff have always been great. the beer selection is also top notch. the kid friendly atmosphere makes Big Bob's a go-to for us when my..."

Dan Olson

"Big Bob's is a place my wife and I have called our "local hangout". Their staff offers some of the best service we've ever had in Grand Rapids,..."

Steve Lyons

"My first time trying Big Bob’s, ordered a large vegetarian pizza, and I have to say that it was delicious. No shortage of veggies, thin crust,..."

Matthew Curry

"Wow!! Cute place with friendly service! We ordered the bruschetta, cheesy breadsticks, and a briazzo. Everything was absolutely delicious with..."

Karla Vasold

"Got there at a dead time, just as a large group was getting served. And it seems like they were training some new employees. Took a little bit to get..."

Tim Brauch

"I'm so impressed with the quality of the food as well as the friendliness of the staff at Big Bob's. My friend was visiting from out of town and when..."

Cait Melamed

"This establishment offers a commendable pizza dining experience within the Grand Rapids locale. It enjoys a notable reputation as a favored culinary..."

Gerrit Szeszycki

"We picked up our pizzas, but the place looked like a great place to stop in and eat. Service was great, environment was great. But the pizza we got..."

Brian Cronin

"Very delicious pizza. Get the Briazzo, you won’t be..."

Kristina Salazar

"Big Bob’s is one of our favorite spots in town. The food is great but the best part is the dog friendly patio. The staff are so great to the dogs..."

Erica Forde

"This place is the best! This was my first time in and I was totally impressed by the quality of the food the portions and the fantastic customer..."

Kimbely Campbell

"Pizza is great, Rob the manager is even better. Knew everything about everything in his shop. Narrowed the large beer list to a digestible size by..."

Matthew Farris (Farriswheel15)

Sandy's Donut House

85/100 (1218 ratings)

Wheelchair Accessible

Takeout

Breakfast

Cheap Eats

"Our favorite donut shop! Best donuts and friendliest..."

Jeff English

"This has been my favorite donut shop for 25 years! I have lived in five 5 states and searched long and hard for better, it just doesn't..."

Wes Barrett

"Had my first bite yesterday! My professor brought in 2 boxes for class, and man! Best filled donut I have ever had. Made me so happy to see that the..."

Lindsey Chass Millen

"The donuts are always yummy and fresh. But, they have cookies!!! And they are so moist and wonderful! I've lived by them for 6yrs and JUST went a few..."

Allison Carlson

"Best donuts in the city! They also have wonderful cookies and breads. Busy place so preorder if you are in a hurry and need a big order. Always..."

Tracy Kohn Vandermade

"Cute little shop and the donuts are always fantastic! A west side..."

Lanna Miller

"Moved to the neighborhood about a year ago. My children and I love the donuts. Staff is always cheerful. My last 2 stops have been quick. I stop on..."

Lori Ann Maxwell

"Great donuts, excellent selection, & super friendly counter lady!!..."

Jeremy Cattani

"Love Sandy. Nothing better than a sandys..."

Peggy Niva-Buskard

"The old fashioned donut is a national treasure! Love this..."

Gwen Rosenberg

"Have always gotten great service, everyone here is so nice. The donuts are the best..."

Celia Malarz

"Sandy's Donuts are always second to none. Delicious and flavorful. Going to pick up another dozen tomorrow for my..."

Dave Ross

"I wanted to write a review because sandy's recently made my son's birthday cake and so many people told me they had no idea that sandys does cakes!..."

Brittany Duba

"The custard filled long johns and the yum yums are the..."

Anisa Yvette Engstrom

"A great little place to get a delicious donut and cup of coffee to go or grab a seat and enjoy some conversation and the atmosphere..."

Bruce Butgereit

"Customer service was great! Very friendly staff. The donuts were amazing! I wish there was a public bathroom, because we all know my 4 year has to..."

Megan Hodgson

"Can't find a better donut anywhere.... Your donuts are superior to any others that we have..."

David Gayla

"Best donuts EVER! Fresh, wonderful, no greasy after taste like most donuts. Just absolutely..."

Judy Amar Sabaitis

"Best place in Grand Rapids for donuts hands..."

Larry Keltner

"Awesome place. My son always asks each weekend if he can go to..."

Pam Albrough

"I drive from Jenison just for their donuts. I grew up biking to Sandy's and won't go anywhere..."

Becky Williamson

"Worth the wait! Always had good experience; remember dealing w/customers daily...makes for interesting days. Dealing with public, one will not be..."

Karen Darling

"Best doughnuts and fresh as can be at 5:00 in the..."

Dan Van Dop

"Best doughnuts, Bakery FRESH many varieties and Very Friendly..."

Sarah Ruch

"Fast service for how busy it was on Fat Tuesday. Good prices..."

Sara LeeAnne Bouwkamp Rawling

"Best Donuts in town! No other donut shop compares. I'm lucky to have them..."

Lisa Chieko Bishop

"Took my daughter for her first day of preschool and we loved..."

Tricia Zeivel

"Oh my goshh!! I'm so happy to be having this donuts is the best of..."

Josh Curtiss

"Been coming here since I was a kid! And now my kids love..."

Anne Vruggink

"Old fashioned doughnut shop. None of the fancy craft candy loaded doughnuts that are all the rave currently (not saying they are bad because they are..."

Travis Howe

"Donuts are huge, dirt cheap and delicious!!! Wish they were open on..."

Droog53

"Best grand rapids donuts hands down. Freshly made..."

Bertina

"Huge fresh..."

Ang E Lina

"Great fresh made donuts. Fantastic variety and get there..."

Samantha

"I've loved it for most of my life. Can't pass up a cherry fritter with a little box of..."

Anna Goddard

"Apple Fritters. Crusty edges with soft, pillowy interior with chunks of apple and the perfect tough of cinnamon. Need I say..."

Mere

"The coffee's and donuts are some of the best I've ever had. My husband and I completely enjoyed it and so did our three little girls. He also..."

Sarah Harrison

"I’m not from the Grand Rapids area but I was in town for a work trip and found Sandy’s Donuts on google maps. I stopped in for donuts to share..."

Gabriel Smith

"very cute interior, delicious donuts with a wide range of flavors and very friendly staff. will be coming back for sure :) Thank..."

Elle Hilley

"Had plans to visit a customer and thought of Sandy’s because they are always fresh, large sizes, look amazing and most importantly, delicious! The..."

Lance Benedict

"Staff is friendly and professional! Donuts are amazing! Great selections. Coffee..."

Melissa West

"We got donuts from Sandy's for our wedding and they were AMAZING! All of our guests commented on how delicious they were. Thank you to Lindsy for..."

Madison Knowlton

"Enjoyed the Paczki from Sandy’s Donuts! We ordered through Facebook messenger and picked up! Thanks for making it easy. Would strongly recommend to..."

Brian Sawa

"The donuts here are fantastic and homemade each day. The parking is always a mess, and you often have to wait awkwardly in line. Service is always..."

Zach Oaster

"Great donut place. Used to be very mom and pop style, but now it's a lot fancier- something you'd expect in east GR. Not necessarily a bad thing, but..."

Sarah

"Great donuts or doughnuts! This is the Cannonball, a cakey dough with a crusty outside and a custard..."

Samuel Burkholder

One Stop Coney Shop

Accepts American Express

Street Parking

Accepts Discover

Seating

Wheelchair Accessible

Free Wifi

Lunch

Cheap Eats

"Love the energy, staff and the food. I wish that I didn't live in the other side of town, otherwise I'd be here all the time. Chippy dippy hotdog was..."

Cody Clements

"Absolutely delightful! Can’t beat the prices here, staff are kind and homey. The menu has the classics and some fun variety of different dogs and..."

Vanessa Tran

"Love this place. Been coming here for a few years now and they have the best chili cheese fries in town! But not only that, their food in general..."

Brian O

"Stopped for a quick lunch before work. We got a "ripped" hotdog 🌭 (wrapped in bacon 🥓 😋) and an olive burger 🍔. With French fries of..."

Shelley Fraser

"BANGIN' delicious dogs, beautifully greasy fries, perfect smashburgers, and an N64 set up in the back. this may be the greatest restaurant ever..."

Jacob DeWeerd

"I promise to revisit this place! I was impressed with the flavor profiles of the Chicago dog, cheeseburger, and fries. All of it, delicious and..."

Peter J. Gil

"Food is simple but amazing flavor and truly coney style dogs that match in looks and flavor. And they got an old school 64 for kids to play. Well..."

Joe R

"Now THAT’S what i call a coney shop! This is a fundamental neighborhood institution with charm and dedication to the craft, adding their own spin...."

Andrew Feikema

"This place was great! The staff was helpful and friendly. Nice atmosphere, music not too loud. The food was excellent! The menu has a nice sized..."

Qobble

"The owners are kind and welcoming. We made a mistake on our order and they were so kind about it. I would definitely recommend this place to..."

Natari Silva

The Sovengard

84/100 (1679 ratings)

Non-smoking restaurants

Wheelchair Accessible

"Finally checked out The Sovengard and now I'm angry with myself for not trying it sooner! The interior decor was classy and beautifully simple but my..."

Shelly Warners

"The atmosphere, food, and drinks are on point! It looks like they have a huge patio in the back too! Can't recommend..."

Ben Palasek

"One of the best restaurants in Grand Rapids! While menu isn't huge, it offers a diverse selection. Beer, wine and cocktail selection is very nice..."

Roy Vawter

"We ordered the Trout and the Pork Shoulder along with the chicken pate. It was like a flavor explosion in my mouth. The flavors were amazing. The..."

Kellie Eaton Holm

"Being new to the area, I randomly chose to grab dinner here on a weekday. It was a great decision. The service was exceptional and sets a high bar...."

Benjamin Patrick

"I absolutely love this place. In the summer, it’s my top go to for patio drinking. The bartenders are amazing and the food is so good. Unexpectedly..."

Leah Van Namen

"Had a great time there last week. Outdoor seating and patio were awesome. Staff was great. Food and drinks were great. I highly suggest checking this..."

Doug Hammond

"Never disappointed with the food, cocktails or staff! Always top notch and will recommend..."

Kristyn Ellis

"Absolutely loved the atmosphere and the food we had was top notch! Love the idea of not locking into a particular style of food and using fresh local..."

Laura Duff Lewis

"Those meatballs are the best I've had ever. The chicken pate was also top notch, place is super groovy in the..."

P.J. Dee

"The atmosphere at Sovengard is great and the food is amazing and well crafted, I really can’t think of anything bad to say! Except bring back the..."

Austin Valley

"Really amazing vegan options. We went with 4 friends and everyone tried something different. All of our dishes were amazing and the drinks were also..."

Jen Husted-Goss

"This is one culinary experience everyone should be sure to visit if you're remotely close to the area. The staff is incredible and beyond..."

Pascual Lopez

"Always the highest quality experience no matter the meal, time of day, season, weather, or indoor/outdoor seating. Every dish is exceptionally..."

Courtney Kliss

"Had an excellent brunch today at Sovengard! The outdoor patio is beautiful and very comfortable for a morning meal. The food was very good,..."

Nathan Ver Beek

"Very fun atmosphere, but a bit overpriced. The first I went in May 2021, I ordered the only vegan entree, and I left feel very hungry after waiting..."

Kerry C

"This place is just great. Wonderful food and ambiance. I ordered two of the open face sandwiches and they were awesome. She got the pork shoulder..."

Nate

"Really unique dishes and delicious drinks! Everything here was really well made, and our cocktails were amazing. Thank you to the waitstaff for..."

Merlin Cleveland-Smagacz

"Really appreciate the farm to table food. Service was absolutely amazing and the food was incredible. We were there celebrating our 10th wedding..."

Tracy Spitzley

"A very trendy-upscale eatery that offers unique takes with fresh ingredients. We ate upstairs and had a great time! The waiter was friendly and not..."

Chase Hasper

"If you're looking for a delicious eatery with a cute aesthetic for your next date night, my partner and I would suggest the Søvengård. While the..."

Lzz Johnk

"The last time I visited The Sovengard was before Covid and it was wonderful, but upon my return I am pleased to say it was absolutely out of this..."

Jim Hocking

Rockwell Republic

84/100 (4123 ratings)

Wheelchair Accessible

"RR has a great atmosphere and delicious food and drink. The Sunday Bloody Mary bar with the different infused vodkas to choose from was really fun! ..."

Stephanie Szwec Gordon

"Excellent food and amazing atmosphere! My friends and I have been here multiple times and never leave disappointed. I recommend the sushi but the..."

Lynn Brown

"Came in with my work buds on Friday (12/15) for lunch and I have to say the pasta special was delicious. It was bowties (forgot the fancy name for..."

Matthew Doak

"Their menu and prices are very reasonable! I had the sushi roll for 14.00. The best sushi I’ve tried thus far! I will visit again when in town...."

Billie Marie Patterson

"First time coming here and it was fantastic! Jess at the bar was quick and friendly. Her drink making skills were top notch! We put and reservation..."

Rachael Crace

"My boyfriend and I went here for our anniversary dinner and had an AMAZING time. Service was amazing. Food was incredible. HIGHLY recommend cookie..."

Mackenzie Sanders

"I celebrated my birthday last night with my first visit to RockWell. The staff was very friendly and the Naan tacos were wonderful. Highly..."

Sarah Bolek Grove

"We were in from out of town (Akron OH). My girlfriend had some art displayed there for art prize so we stopped in and had a few drinks and ate an..."

Ricky Spanish

"I always have a great experience at Rockwell for dates with my husband. They recently redid the menu and I got the chicken and waffles... best I have..."

Rebecca Dexter

"Great food, great drinks, amazing wine, and best of all greatest staff..."

Carly Ridenour

"Great food and fast friendly service, the Lobster Mac is great and the Soft Shell Crab BLT was to die for. If you are in GR you are missing out if..."

Buzz Price

"We had such a great experience! Our server Tyler was super knowledgeable about the beers and took the time to chat about them. Guy knows his stuff...."

Kati Schichtel

"We visited for your first date night service. Food was good, needed more seasoning. We had the charcuterie board, steak, and scallops. It was very..."

Alicia Snavley

"Excellent place all around. Ordered the guacamole and a sushi roll both on happy hour and both were excellent. Service was impeccable. Our server..."

Alison Carpenter

"We came for lunch during the week and absolutely enjoyed our experience. The food was delicious, the server was professional and friendly, and the..."

Morgan Austin

"My friends and I came in on the 4th and LOVED this place. Tony was our server. He was extremely friendly, and made sure to explain some drinks (he..."

Enid Hollaway

"Love the food. Service is always friendly! Been here a few times and never had bad..."

Melissa West

"Nice vibe inside with the dark wood interior and big front windows for lots of daylight. Just popped in for burgers and a few beers so nothing fancy..."

Michael Belligan

"Such a treat to eat in a beautifully restored old building with elegant touches. Kane was our gracious server and made sure we had everything we..."

Tiffany Ireland

"Devin is the absolute best server we have ever had. He was 8 tables deep but maintain timing, service and politeness. If the owners see this please..."

Bon Holliday

"This place is great but the bill will add up quickly with a couple of their fancy drinks. They are well worth it though so be sure to sample a..."

Heather Morrison

"Fantastic food and drinks! They have a decent amount of indoor/outdoor seating. Rockwell Republic also has some great deals throughout the week. They..."

Chase Hasper

"Went here for the first time. We were lucky enough to be there during happy hour. I got a Raspberry Margarita and Blackberry Perrin. We got sweet..."

Heather Miller

"We sat on their outdoor balcony, and it was great out there! The food was OK. I had the fried rice with chicken and was not super impressed. The..."

Addy Knoth-Miller

"The food here was amazing!! Especially the shareables/appetizers! In order of best tasting appetizers, I recommend the rangoons (best), beer cheese..."

Najee Kitchens

"We thoroughly enjoyed our time here, the service was so friendly and the food was delicious. The portions were generous and the drink selection is..."

Aaron LePoire

"Went here for a date night with my bf last night. The staffs here was so friendly & helpful. The atmosphere is great. The food.... we ordered the New..."

Natasha Ngo

"Rockwell is a great atmosphere with amazing food! Our server Devin made the experience fun and got our food out quickly. Will be back..."

Jessica McTheeney

Culver's

84/100 (3544 ratings)

Wheelchair Accessible

Dinner

Lunch

Cheap Eats

"Wonderful food & service as always! Wish they had better electronic/app with coupons or promos... But few places have great value, & they..."

Brent Bailey

"The food is a bit pricier than the usual fast food places, but it makes up for it in quality. It really is good food. Had a concrete mixer with 2..."

Josed Estrella

"Small order. Very small order of fries and I thought the corn dog would have been a little bit larger. Extremely small amount of frozen yogurt flavor..."

Cynthia Bruce

"Best Burgers in Town!!! I went through the drive thru @ 9:50 pm not realizing the close at 10pm… Still Received Amazing service and Fresh food with..."

Erika Vanden Hout

"Update: I just got a burger that looked exactly like the menu picture and tasted just as good. I've never had that at fast food before. I previously..."

Justin Kay

"Love the onion rings goes perfect with the burger. Service was fast . The entrance can be better to much traffic from other..."

Alejandro “Ninja 1” Borowka

"Food is always pretty good and the wait isn’t very long! They’re pretty fast. Best burgers fast food wise..."

Tatted Topanga

"Good evening meal consisting of burgers and fry's. Culvers was on it like yellow on big bird and everything was hot, correct, and served..."

Pat Edinger

"Connor gave me the best customer service experience I've ever had at Culver's! Give that man a..."

Marqi Stevenson

"A good burger made up the way I like it and it was Made fresh so it was..."

Peggy Woltjer

"We came in for lunch today, my wife had fish sandwich. I had bacon dlx burger. One of the best burgers i have had in a long time,Delicious 🍔 and..."

Dennis Merryman

"One of my favorite places, love the ice cream, the cod dinner and always a very friendly..."

Maritza Salvo-Ale

"Culver's is great! I've been on a fish thing lately. Love their fish and sides. It's not fast food. I eat a lot on the road many times, just grab a..."

Neeko TheGreeko

The Candied Yam

84/100 (1151 ratings)

Wheelchair Accessible

"We had The Candied Yam cater for our office at Crowe Horwath. During tax season we are always looking for exciting vendors to feed our crew, and..."

Veronica McCargar

"I have been gone from Virginia for 20 years and always hoped for a place with good southern/soul food. The food is incredibly good, portions are..."

Randy Barnes

"Great customer service, you get your money's worth of food, they have the best Mac & Cheese in town, The sweet potato tartlets melt in your mouth and..."

Candance TaxTaxi Walton

"I have loved every visit! My go-to is the value meal with fried chicken, candied yams, and sweet potato muffin. Delicious flavors, super tender meat,..."

Elizabeth Veldt

"Great catfish and chicken, served piping hot. Friendly staff, even though we came in 12 minutes before closing time.Will definitely..."

Jim Camenga

"The Candied Yam delightful southern cuisine is my new go to place for delicious home cooked southern food in Grand Rapids. Located on the south west..."

Paul La Vigne

"I'm here to testify if you are ever in Grand Rapids and wish for a great home cooked meal, like Grandma use to make 😋. Stop into Candied Yams. The..."

Sampson Taylor

"I really enjoyed the perch, green beans(overcooked)and candied yams I ordered. I'm no longer able to eat greens or black eyed peas, but I had a..."

jan hill

"Just a favorite place. Staff is personable, food is great. Really satisfies the cravings for someone like me who is from out of town. It has a..."

Maya Basquin

"Absolutely delish! We split the 2 meat and 2 sides entree for $13.99. I got meatloaf and mac & cheese and my hubs got the smothered pork chop with..."

Shasta H-I

"Was a recommendation from a friend, the food was incredible. I took it to go and destroyed it in my car because I couldn't help myself. The chicken..."

Casey Doyle

"Wow! Catfish and perch are amazing! The food alone is a 5 but what puts it over the top is the service. The ladies there are sooo nice! Keith Lee..."

Chris DePoy

"I just got food from the Candied Yam for the first time. I got fried chicken and mashed potatoes with gravy. The chicken was delicious, not too..."

Nancy Jenema

"I visited The Candied Yam for the first time recently. Very impressed with the food and service! I loved the fried chicken and Mac and..."

Austin Mueller

"Was in the area and googled this spot. Absolutely no regrets. Everything tasted good and was more reasonably proced than other soul food restaurants..."

Faith L

"AMAZING!!! Wasn't sure what to expect but am incredibly impressed! Real down-home cooking and the catfish was to die for!! The staff treated us like..."

Corina Cavazos

"After moving from North Carolina some years ago, I have not been able to find GOOD soul food. Everything has been decent-average. The Candied Yam..."

Andrew Valente

"Everything was hot and fresh. The restaurant is so cozy looking and the employee (I didn't catch her name) was very friendly. Only issue is my eyes..."

Tabitha Maloley

"I have been visiting this location since they opened. The food is always fresh and piping hot, and the service is always..."

Betsy Artz

"Cannot recommend this place enough! The customer service was incredible from top to bottom and everything we had was delicious! Its aways great to be..."

cheeseandsprinkles0

"We're from Kalamazoo, been there a couple of times. We really really enjoyed the food. And the Staff even remembered Us. GREAT FOOD I've..."

Kecia Ortiz

Mod Pizza

"Amazing Ambience, feels a different feeling within heart. Never expected their service would be that fast as they mentioned. Coming to their taste of..."

Avinash Maddu

"Wouldn’t say I was disappointed but there is a level of dissatisfaction when I ate here. The food looked great but I don’t think the flavor..."

Peter J. Gil

"This is a great "build your own" pizzeria. Excellent, no limit, toppings options. Great crust options. Very friendly staff. It's now on our too 3..."

TerriJG

"Update: *place still slaps* . Such good pizza and service! I got a salad with mine as well. Plenty of flavors to choose from. I like the atmosphere,..."

Inquisitor Federov

"Jerry here! Fantastic employees with an amazing sense of humor. Really enjoyed my time dining at this Mod pizza. My meal tasted great and I would..."

Isaiah Edney

"Delicious thin crust pizza! Build your own... any toppings!! I'm not a fan of thick crust .. I prefer thin and crispy. This is the place!! Staff was..."

Linda B.

"You can make your own pizza exactly the way you want it! They have many different sauces and toppings. Their dessert cakes are really good..."

Linda Kilmer

"Stopped for a quick lunch. Ordering was quick and efficient. Food came out quick. Love the no name cake here. I highly recommend it. Staff was..."

Elizabeth Scheuer-Murphy

"The crust was great. I prefer a nice crispy crust with a bubbly..."

Scott Knappen

"MOD Pizza is an awesome place, really neat idea for a fast food pizza place. The pizza is pretty solid; you pay for the size of pizza you want then..."

Andrew Wagler

"This is by far my favorite pizza place and I love the fact you can build your own pizza. They also have a gluten-free option if you're looking for..."

Skipper S

"A great place to sit down with a friend and enjoy a made to order pizza. I recommend the white sauce on a mega dough crust with your choice of so..."

Wendy Salyer

"Gf crust was tough. The toppings were really good. Price was high. The staff was very careful with my gf..."

Ames

"All the toppings and sauces a lady could ever ask for! Great employees that really enjoy their job. I fell in love at roasted garlic and..."

Amber Moon

Culver's

84/100 (2085 ratings)

Wheelchair Accessible

"Their butter burger as always was delicious with generous toppings. Also I absolutely love their diet root beer. They have the best tasting diet..."

Timothy Meyer

"The service here is amazing! The place is always clean, and now, the dining room is back open again! If you choose to dine in, there is a sign-in..."

JOE SCHULTZ

"We did carry out. Excellent service great employees that brought us food and take order. Food very good and..."

Charlene DePerro

"Amazing chicken sandwich and the cashier was very kind and considerate. Overall one of my best fast food experiences..."

Matthew Aguilar

"Skip the line - Order Online at Your Table. Afterwards, go back to your vehicle, drive to the other side of the building to pick up your Curdside..."

J K

"All I can say is....cheese curds!!! Little nuggets of golden deliciousness. This location has been good for..."

Heidi Nicole

"Great burger. Wonderful service. Very..."

Shels 5256

"Great lunch on the patio..The fish dinner was spot on and I paired it with the cheese curds..."

Kimberly Campbell

"I try not to eat fast food very often, so when I do I want the best. Culver's is hands-down my favorite fast food restaurant. I'm not sure how they..."

Eliot Sasson

"Love them asking for names shocked though no big..."

faye lowery

"Normal culvers, went to drive thru and food was hot. Shakes were thick and everything was..."

Kymmie Loveless

"I have been a fan of Culver's for years! Some of the best burgers I've had from a fast food place. However; this is my second visit in the last few..."

Cynthia Smith Darku

"Everytime I go to Culver's (so far no matter the location) I have always had a good experience. Today was no exception. I ordered their Big..."

Tim Demaray

Tupelo Honey Southern Kitchen & Bar

84/100 (1640 ratings)

Yesterdog

84/100 (4266 ratings)

Wheelchair Accessible

Free off-street parking

"My girlfriend mentioned this place a few times and we finally went. Restaurant itself is super cool with lots to look at. Had an old pay phone booth..."

Jeremy Schrebnick

"This is one of my favorite places to eat in Grand Rapids! The experience is so neat and the service is quick. I always get 2cheddar dogs (chili and..."

Kezia Wise

"Omg wat a gem In the middle East town. A very neat hot dog spot that has hundred of pieces if old nostalgic toys, bikes, posters and signs. They have..."

Lily

"Delivered dogs from across town via Door Dash. I requested to have the “chili on the side”, and they were not able to accommodate. The dogs were..."

Lindsey Loo

"Super old-skool spot, and the coneys are bomb! Definitely worth seeking if in Grand..."

Jose S

"Yesterdog is always a cool place to go. Not so much for the food but more the experience. The hot dogs are nothing special but the process although..."

Brady Schmitz

"Had a wonderful time with the family. Great atmosphere and fun food, quiet and family friendly. Don't think I would have gone if I didn't deliver..."

Swagaar

"Yesterdog is always the place we go to when we visit Grand Rapids. It’s worth it every time. The food is wonderful and the staff if great. It’s..."

Lyana & Carissa

"And if you order Ultra dogs... you'll discover they're ultra..."

R A

"the best hot dogs anywhere in GR.. the atmosphere is so charming and like stepping back in time! I love trying to toss my change in the funnel....."

Hey Bob

Founders Brewing Co.

84/100 (4034 ratings)

Non-smoking restaurants

Wheelchair Accessible

Accepts American Express

Street Parking

Parking Available

Accepts Discover

Free off-street parking

"Well I'm a middle aged man just realized I do MA shyt. Maybe it's time for a corvette. I've been to many cities and try breweries, cigar lounges..."

Charlie Gees

"Founders Brewing Co offers a diverse range of craft beers, showcasing a commitment to quality and innovation. From the robust stouts like KBS to the..."

Fast Toys

"Founders was okay, not nearly as great as other breweries I've been to in Grand Rapids and elsewhere. The service and atmosphere are just ok, the..."

Bob Anega

"My family was in town for a family reunion and we decided to go to Founders on a Friday night for dinner. There were 18 of us, and we did not arrive..."

Kathleen DeLong

"Please excuse my long story. I understand your impatience. Here it is, I was here early on a beautiful Tuesday morning. I was there to celebrate my..."

JLG

"We had a lovely time here, the staff were kind and willing to answer our questions about the beers they offer. The pricing is reasonable and our..."

Ian Atwater

"If in Grand Rapids this is a must for the experience. If you are looking for a really unique brewery this won’t be the place for you but as much of..."

Cliff Roberts

"Great beer as always! I am so glad they have a vegan wrap as well as generous homemade chip and gauc portions. The wrap was so big and filling that..."

Tatianna Spencer

"Great brewpub in Grand Rapids. Flights reasonable, "tastes" readily given. Knowledgeable bar tenders gave good recommendations on what I might like..."

Lynn “Pencilmarks”

"Founders is the epitome of what Grand Rapids means to most people. The largest craft brewery in the city with internationally-sold brands, Founders..."

Andrew Feikema

The Dog Pit

Wheelchair Accessible

Non-smoking restaurants

"Friendly and attentive staff , fast ordering speed. Came here after watching the Womans World Cup at nearby Rosa Parks Circle. I ordered a Bahama and..."

Andrew

"Tried Slaw, Coney and Ruben dogs and they were great. It would be perfect if they did fries because with all the ingredients they have. The fries..."

Dustin Hannahs

"CLEAN! FRIENDLY! GOOD FOOD! After ice skating for hours across the street we were HUNGRY! It was fast and made to order! The staff was friendly and..."

Kendra Battig

"This place is delicious! We just stopped in here for a quick bite after a meeting and were not disappointed. Highly..."

Jacob Vandenburg

"This is a magical hole in the wall gem that should only be entered after having multiple alcoholic drinks. I normally get the Colby Dog and Mad Dog..."

Keith Alrick

"Love this place! I used to come here years ago. The new owners are doing a great job, expanding the menu, and possibly selling beer in the..."

Andrew Kuzee

"This place is great. The staff were super nice and the food is great. I got a cowboy style dog and it was great. I love how you can pick different..."

Christopher Watts

"This place is the BEST!!!! We use Door Dash a lot at my job, because we only get a half hour for lunch, which isn't long enough to always go out..."

Kelley Simpson

"For the majority of my time eating here, I have a had a wonderful experience. Lately (2019-present) I have come to face more and more less enjoyable..."

Zachariah H

"Great place for a quick bite, service is amazing! Ps. Did the Hotdog challenge..."

Arachnolotols :D

"Good food at a good price. Love the selection of bottled sodas. Staff is always friendly. Seating available, bit crowded during lunch hours but it's..."

Kristy Baisch

"First off, this place is pretty honest with what they do. They make reasonably priced hot dogs in downtown Grand Rapids. Great toppings are included,..."

Cheryl Peterson

"We used The Dog Pit catering for our Holiday party and everything was perfect! Easy to order menu options and digital invoicing. They arrived early..."

Sarah Botbyl

"Every time I've been there the workers have been very decent. The dogs taste terrific. They have plenty of choices when it comes to drinks, sides,..."

ed vanderbie

"Let me tell you a thing or two about the Dog Pit. This place will blow you away (or should I say socks off my lord). I will start with the staff,..."

Kyle Fulton

"My favorite go-to for a quick bite. The staff is friendly and very capable. Being across the the street from Rosa Park the prices are very reasonable..."

Mari Sundell

"Plenty of styles of dogs to choose from cajun vegan all beef jumbo beef some other ones too, they have nachos and walking tacos as well. I've gotten..."

Ryan Yates

"Excellent Dogs and Highly Recommended. So good had to go back for a second. Had the Jumbo All Beefier with cheese, pickles, and ketchup. Very large..."

James Jones

Stella's Lounge

84/100 (5763 ratings)

Wheelchair Accessible

"Stopped in with my family during ArtPrize - the atmosphere is so fun, love the kitschy vibe, the food was fantastic. I got the blackberry bacon jam..."

Lauren

"So this atmosphere isn’t for everyone but it is a lot of fun for those who like kitsch. Tons of throwback video games (we love to play Galaga and..."

Laura Eder

"The big wigs said this place had the best burgers in the United States. So I had to make the drive to try it out for myself. The theme was pretty..."

Patrick Joyce

"Stopped in with friends for some food and drinks and were not disappointed! Everyone’s food was really good, particularly the poor man’s wings...."

Jenna Zimmerman

"Great burger joint with a fun metal ascetic. This is a fun spot for a date night, it’s dark, kind of edgy, and has arcade games. We love the..."

CC

"Went there after dinner. So didn't get to eat but the burgers looked really good. Bartenders were good and kept checking on us. Scotch selection..."

James Scruggs

"Tried several vegan options, my favorite was surprisingly the "Shrimp" Mac nCheese, but the vegan wings were yummy too and the vegan ranch was..."

Samuel Boudrie

"The food is always amazing! I'm vegan, and I love that they always have good options for me to choose from. At my previous visit, our server was..."

quietpeace

"7.7/10. The burger was bland. Sorry. GREAT FRIES!!!!!! Check them out. GREAT APPS!!!! My wife and I got the Gov’t cheese, and loaded tots. Wife..."

Cory Strehlow

"Had an AMAZING vegan burger - The Krabby Patty. Best meal I’ve ever had there. My non vegan fiance liked it more than his burger. I would recommend..."

Katie

"Came for the highly recommended Veggie Burger. 2 options were a house made black bean burger and an impossible burger. Loved the many different..."

E E

"Love this place! The Veggie / Vegan options are amazing. Loved the impossible burger! Super busy place on weekends with a fun vibe! Would come back!..."

paul kaeley

"Amazing burgers, fries and onion rings. Inventive stuffed burgers on the menu with many to choose from. They also offer many vegetarian/vegan options..."

Randal Martin

"Ryan took great care of us , she was punctual , polite , great service . Amazing Hawaiian Impossible Burger . Freakin dope idea . The nachos were..."

Jesse Walker

"Great burgers and drinks. I had the basil lemonade and it was delicious and refreshing. My son's loved playing the old fashion video games. The take..."

Sweetpea

"The food was ok, the atmosphere and service were great. The menu was fun and had a lot of vegan options. The vintage arcade games are in working..."

Tina Scheu

The Melting Pot

84/100 (2871 ratings)

Accepts American Express

Wheelchair Accessible

"It was a pretty cool experience, pretty pricey, but an experience worth experiencing once in your life. Experience this place with your significant..."

Tony Wiers

"I was reluctant to go after reading some reviews. But we thought it was great! Service was great, food was great, no complaints at all. Something..."

Shelley Miller

"I came in for the very first time for my 30th birthday. I strongly recommend sticking to the cheese, desserts, and drinks. The entrees are..."

Jenna Nicole Zimmerman

"Fabulous place. You must have patience and time because a meal takes about 2 hours or so. It's a fun experience for adults. I wouldn't take kids..."

Carol Fulgenzi

"Such a unique, intimate dining experience! Truly blow away by the cohesive framework that is embodied by the staff of The Melting Pot. 5..."

Marcus Braden

"A bit more expensive than we planned for, but great place & totally worth..."

Jeff Ballard

"Benjamin was a great waiter. He made the experience well worth the visit. Conner the bartender made an awesome blackberry sangria which is not even..."

Ronald McCain

"The experience here was absolutely amazing! From the food, to the service, to the general atmosphere, I highly recommend! Austin B was our server and..."

Shyanne Hopkins

"First time visiting this restaurant at Grand rapids north location.. we ordered entree (land and sea) in a le carte menu,it contains 3 pieces of..."

Bhavani Ananthan

"Loved the experience and the food. They were able to accommodate my gluten free needs and that is huge! We went for early lunch and it wasn’t busy..."

Shianne Strickler

"What can I say other than it's an experience. Meal comes in courses with various fondue. We had the 4 course meal that starts with a cheese fondue..."

ryan golisek

"We had a great time for it being our first time. There were 9 in our party and they were able to accommodate us nicely with 4 cook tops. Service was..."

Sam Chapman

"We went for the Special Oktoberfest menu and it was really good. It's $45 a person and worth every cent. It's highly recommended that you make a..."

Leigh Ann

"The staff and food were fun. It was my first time and I thought the experience was worth the price. Fairly clean in the section we sat in. Tasty..."

Sosha Knapp

"The owner sat us and explained the experience. The food was set properly and arranged orderly. The drinks were great but the best part was the..."

Jo-C Coleman

"Overall, it was a neat experience. The food was good but not as great as I was expecting. Service was fast and pleasant. My wife really enjoyed it,..."

Ryan Y

"Melting Pot is a great place for a relaxed evening and this one is no exception! Food is always super good quality and delicious! It is not a place..."

Sarah Pearson

"Fantastic restaurant with a great variety of food! We got the big night out for two, but upgraded it to the bigger night out for two. That is the one..."

Cameron Nicholas

"I had the Wednesday BFFs special. At $29 for a 3-course meal it's a fairly comprehensive experience. The food was pretty good as..."

Aldous George

"First time going, got the big night out for two. Four course meal, definitely left full. The cheeses and chocolate were the stars. We spent almost..."

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Westside Social

84/100 (2706 ratings)

Wheelchair Accessible

"Had Chicken and Waffles for dinner with social fries last night and I highly recommend it. The service was amazing and staff would stop by and say hi..."

Bryan Cramer

"My husband and I live not to far from here and are very happy this place is in our neighborhood. I enjoyed the fish tacos he had the Shepard's pie..."

Shawnee Marshall

"There is so much variety on the menu, which is great when you're in the mood for everything! The service is awesome, drinks are always delicious. I..."

Bre Ratkowiak

"Loved it!! Had the pork chorizo dip..hubs had the juicy lucy burger...i had chicken/ waffles...lovely patio...great experience. Def will go back...a..."

Cynthia Geissler

"My mom and I sat up at the bar to grab a quick bite and the food and service were both amazing! Our bartender, Jacob, makes the best blueberry..."

Hilary Smith-Baker

"Always have had great service here, the food is excellent, great variety and the prices are great. They have different happy hour specials/specials..."

Sheri Monroe

"My wife and I try this restaurant for the very first time today. I had the Chicken Roulade and it was outstanding. The server said it is one of their..."

Larry Wagenaar

"1st time here, on a Tuesday night about 730p. The place was packed. Surprisingly, we got sat right away. The waiter was attentive. We had Tuesday's..."

Gwen Charles

"Atmosphere is nice, lots of parking, space inside or outside, bar area and the staff are friendly. Bathrooms were clean. Drink choices are many and..."

JC Olson

"We went on a Friday evening. Expect a wait. It is worth the wait. The service we had was excellent. It is an open bar with plenty of tables to..."

Kevin Werner

"Atmosphere is 11/10, service has never been bad, always meet the kindest staff. The food is amazing and I always want to try something different..."

Kay

"Went here with a couple of new friends. I've been here once before, but it was a few years ago. They chose this place and I had no objections. I..."

Dave Tiesma

"Westside Social always delivers on the food!! The seasonal cocktails and salads, mainstay sandwiches, and rotating sandwiches allow for a fun mix of..."

Theresann Pyrett

"This was our first time and recommended by friend. The food was excellent, the quality was outstanding, and the variety was exceptional. It’s only..."

Dave Barry

"Visited with my sister on a Saturday night and hit it around 6:45pm. We had a wait of about 45ish minutes, not to bad for a hot spot in town. The..."

Stacy Roelofs

Restaurante Vlone

84/100 (5229 ratings)

"This is a nice restaurant. Love the decor. Food is okay. I tried the seafood enchilada. It was a good choice. Too bad the presentation..."

Darlene (YOWBABY)

"First time coming here, came for the wet burritos. I got the deluxe chicken wet burrito husband got the chicken fajita wet burrito. Food was..."

Bethanie Schoenly

"Meals and large portions and this restaurant has built their reputation on it. Great Mexican with a little extra flavor. Clean. Nice atmosphere...."

Grace Monique Dykstra - Quillen

"We had the best time! After traveling for 2 years...it was great to visit our old hangout. The bartender Heather was amazing and looked out for our..."

Rich n Sue

"Our server Marissa was absolutely phenomenal. Knowledgeable on the menu, prompt and very nice. The food also was amazing, usually I have the..."

Morgan Holliday

"Went to try the famous wet burrito. Ended up getting the belting combo. It was really tasty, the margarita I got was heavily poured and our waitress..."

Jenny Boomer

"⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “A Hidden Gem with Unforgettable Flavors!” From the moment I walked into Beltline Bar, I knew I was in for a treat. The..."

Antwayn Spencer

"Awesome lunch from a consistently great spot. Always a welcoming atmosphere with fantastic food and service. Fair pricing on tasty drinks, plenty..."

John Heart

"Our experience started out horrible. We sat for over 15 minutes with nobody greeting us, getting us drinks or anything. Meanwhile a manager was..."

Renee Hawkins

"We had the BEST experience at Beltline Bar this evening. Sean worked with our group's leader making space for 20 people. Eli and Ella served us..."

S Lyons

"surprisingly decent place for the origination of the "wet burrito". pretty great, fun page, great chips and..."

Mike Hardie

"I had the seafood enchiladas. They were ok but they could have used way more sauce and a lot less cheese. The fried ice cream was great..."

Joe Ziemba

"We had Beltline Bar cater our wedding, bringing delicious enchiladas, rice, beans, and the traditional chips and salsa to our guests. Everyone left..."

Stephanie Clark

"It has been years since we visited the Beltline Bar. They were celebrating their 70th birthday and offering $7 burritos. Hubby ordered one and said..."

Cindy Williamson

"I love Beltline Bar. Top tier Tex-Mex, everything was cooked to perfection. The service was phenomenal as was the food. The atmosphere is warm and..."

James Schutter

"Very cozy atmosphere. I really like the built-in nooks that you don't see in modern pre-fab restaurants. Service was great, food was good, prices..."

David Bouwkamp

Forty Acres Soul Kitchen

84/100 (1687 ratings)

Wheelchair Accessible

"The southern style cuisine was on point. We shared the family platter and had more food than expected. It felt like Thanksgiving dinner. Brendan our..."

Johnny Liu

"Beautiful interior, good service (attentive but laidback) and delicious food. Eager to return for the vegan platter. Thank you for including meatfree..."

Tricia Boot

"Went here for the first time. The service was friendly and quick and the food was phenomenal! I got a gumbo which was authentic as anything I’ve..."

Gavin O'Mara

"The Gumbo was spot on. The Andouille sausage, shrimp were perfect and All the veggies were crisp and delicious! The Okra was the best. We will..."

Sue Haan-Melinn

"First I want to apologize to any tables that sat near us last night, as we were the group who would take a bite and say “WOW” every 3 minutes...."

Alex Knaisel

"I experienced great food, service, prices, and ambiance. I highly recommend the vegan soul rolls for a starter. I will definitely be..."

Chaka Holley

"Great meal! The space is well appointed and the concept is very original - food was well priced and delicious. 10/10 - will be..."

Dave Nitkiewicz

"OMG! I’m a first time patron and must say I was not at all disappointed. The staff was very pleasant and thorough. There were so many good..."

Tuwana Otterbridge

"Delicious meal! Lots of vegan options, worth going just for the black eyed peas and fried tempeh alone! And the greens, and the mashed potatoes, and..."

Morgan Faber

"I visit family in GR a couple times a year and have been looking forward to trying Forty Acres Soul Kitchen for quite a while. We got fried green..."

Ruth Christy

"The vibe is off the chain! The food is amazing- Bigggg Ups to the cook. The drinks are amazing. The price is affordable and the customer service is..."

Qunia Williams

"We arrived about 25-30 minutes before close (sorry kitchen). My wife and I came for the vegan soul food. I got the vegan wrap and wife got the vegan..."

Ryan Reynolds

"The food was fantastic. The gumbo was great and so were the sides. Also, order the bread pudding! You will not be disappointed. For the atmosphere..."

Ryan Kannegieter

"Overall the food was good. However did not like the app that was required to place the order. Did not function well on our android. Had to impose..."

Robbin Yelverton

"I recently visited Grand Rapids for a wedding and decided to try this place. When I tell you it was some of the best food I've ever had. The brisket..."

Charity Cruz

"Not only did the lady go out of her way to turn the TV on for my handicapped child, the food was absolutely amazing!!! The gumbo was so delicious, I..."

Kelly Haga

"My first time eating here, my food was excellent! I enjoyed and appreciated the 90s RnB music. I tried the peach cobbler long island, it was..."

Marshall McCrary III

"Stopped in for a drink and appetizer. The forty soul rolls were great, and that sauce..YUM!!! The watermelon jalapeño margarita was also splendid...."

Meredith Lawson

"Loved the vibe. Food was pretty good and depended largely on the choice. There was a large gun drink selection and good R&B in the background. Pretty..."

Nichelle Calhoun

"Great food for the soul! Went here with my son for a birthday lunch and we enjoyed ourselves. Both him and I decided we would come..."

Carynn Alvarez

"When we went, there was plenty of seating. This restaurant is counter service or online ordering, with food delivered to your table when it is..."

James Loedeman

"after the last time ordering their vegan mac n cheese, vegan burger and wrap, i said i wouldn’t return due to the mediocrity, and haven’t..."

aaliyah s

"Our first time at Forty Acres and man if we had a mule and were in Michigan on a daily basis, we would be back EVERYDAY! Everything we had was a 5..."

Tamiko N.

The Winchester

84/100 (2932 ratings)

Accepts American Express

Wheelchair Accessible

"Seriously cannot say enough wonderful things about this place. Awesome food. Very friendly wait staff. The atmosphere was so enjoyable. Bloody Mary..."

Ashley Wolford

"This place. Love the atmosphere, the staff and the good times I always have here. Beer selection is always a wide variety and it's the perfect place..."

Erin Anderson

"Calm, upscale, pub atmosphere. Dimly lit inside, perfect to relax later in the evening. Artsy and original decor, a perfect balance. Great Monday..."

Gabriel James DeFlorio

"I absolutely love this place. I have tried olive burgers at sooooo many restaurants but this one is by far the best! The staff is always friendly and..."

Amber Nicole Kaminsky

"The food was amazing and the service was spot on! One of my favorite places to visit when I'm back in Grand Rapids from Maui! Was sad no pierogi's..."

Ken Claphan

"Great place to indulge in a "cheat meal". Place was very crowded for a Sunday afternoon, but we settled in at the bar (I did the make-your-own..."

Liz Dudek

"We had a great time with great food. Enjoyed sitting out on the patio in the fresh air with friends and family drinking a homemade Bloody Mary,..."

Paul Thomas

"Everything was super good! We had the patty melt and the French dip and they both were excellent! Drinks were a bit interesting, but full service bar..."

Katie Sebert

"Great food and drink selection! That olive burger is the best! Gotta be careful because the bill adds up fast as most things are a bit pricey but..."

Chris Kaminsky

"Love eating here. A great variety of food and wonderful service. Salads are phenomenal. Love trying new dishes. Try it, you’ll like..."

Lonnie Pilar

"Love the Wasabi infused vodka in a Bloody Mary paired with the breakfast..."

Kristin Whitworth

"We had an amazing experience! There was a nearby table where a woman had a seizure, and the staff were on top of it. Calling 911, making sure the..."

Stevie Wunder

"Friendly service at the bar! The pork schnitzel special was very tasty. Nice cocktails and options on..."

Ann K

"Such a cool place!! I've been here twice, two years apart, and each experience has been fantastic. Service is quick and intentional, food options are..."

Emily Crombez

"We came to the Barking Lot with our Australian Shephard and absolutely loved it. Such a genius idea and so thoughtful to patrons who want to bring..."

Annelise Sarver (AQM)

"Only came for drinks so we didn't get to experience the food. Nice large outdoor space to sit. Service was on the slow side, but that's what we were..."

Nathan Ver Beek

"Love their weekly burger creations, but all of their food is great! The patio is one of my favorites (see pics), great ambiance and mostly..."

Meg Nicholas

"I had lunch here with my God mother visiting from the metro Detroit. The place was very busy but the service was on point. There was a soft music..."

Jojo Cluddy

"Wow, the food was damn good, I usually don’t have high hope for bar food but here all the dishes I’ve tried were incredibly delicious, and I..."

Yamin Cornell

"I had the best olive smash burger. 🍔 it was so delicious. This is a gem of a bar. The waitress was so friendly and helpful. I will definitely go..."

Diane Schuldt

"Excellent place! Brisket short rib burger was excellent. The Indian food is good..."

Adam _

"In a revitalized area with good drinking and dining options the Winchester stands out as a great bar to grab a bite, watch a game, and meet..."

Patrick Conlan

"Great experience. The food and specialty drinks were amazing. We ending up sitting outside in the covered patio during the snow. Great overall..."

Gerrit Szeszycki

"Great service, amazing food and a cool atmosphere. We sat on the enclosed, heated patio. Just a great place to grab a bite to..."

Jennifer Noviskey

"Great service , great selection of..."

Casey Gibson

"This restaurant has great atmosphere, wonderful staff, great portions, and amazing food! I will DEFINITELY return to try more food. I love their..."

Zac Blodgett

"The atmosphere was nice inside as well as the outdoor seating. The bathroom was very clean. Our server was very friendly and attentive. The adults..."

Tammy Cooper

Aisle Nine Events & Kitchen

84/100 (1990 ratings)

Restaurants

American

"Went to check out the Lucy’s “At Nite” menu and we absolutely loved it. Whatever magical sorcery they do with the meatloaf is heavenly. The..."

Erin Dunne

"The food and service here was top-notch! I could definitely come here multiple times and always get something different. Whether you're in the mood..."

Nicole Leonard

"Heard many good things about Lucy's. And they are all true! We ordered the crab Rangoon 🦀 grilled cheese with French fries. The sandwich was..."

Shelley Fraser

"Been to Lucy's multiple times and all experiences were above expectation! We love the brunch menu as well as the dinner menu. We had Caesar salad,..."

Dobbie

"Lovely breakfast options. Fresh pastries. Skillet was very good. Lots of ingredients filled with flavor. Was excited about the biscuits and..."

Perry Sellers

"Hands down the best brunch I have had in a couple years! My wife and I recently moved back to Grand Rapids so we have been trying to visit a new..."

Alec Wisecup

"Gabrielle was fantastic, answered our questions and adjusted our request. The ambiance is fantastic 👌🏾 spacious with nice yellow. The food is..."

TJ Travels

"I went to Lucy's for Easter day brunch. I expected a long wait but my friend and I got seated within 10 mins at 11am. I got the Bacon Cinnamon Roll..."

Aldous George

"Food is AMAZING. Found this place on Google reviews and decided to stop in to try the 5⭐️ food. It's definitely worth it. The food was awesome,..."

Mike Ferguson

"Really enjoyed Lucy’s! This was my first time visiting and I will absolutely be back! Highly recommend. A friend and I went for brunch this..."

Madison Szczesniak

"The steak and eggs was excellent. I am extremely happy. I also really enjoyed the biscuits and gravy. Isiah was awesome, super friendly and helpful...."

Zlatan Hrnic

"I just want to say that nothing went horribly wrong and I do like this place. I ordered biscuits and gravy and it was delicious but EXTREMELY salty...."

Cinnamon G

"Loose Lucy's is my Delight! In town from Madison and wanted to try local flavors.... this place is excellent. For anyone wondering where to go if you..."

Alfie Alfie

"After living in Grand Rapids for years I’m surprised I hadn’t visited Lucy’s before. We were greeted warmly upon entry and sat within a minute..."

Jim Hocking

"I've gone in there so I could wait for the bus a few times, and even then their service is incredible. They will offer you a seat and a drink even if..."

Travis Cortez

"Wonderful spot for brunch or breakfast! Lavender miel was amazing and the service was excellent. Definitely use the website before coming to jump in..."

Ethan Morgan

"GREAT BREAKFAST. I had their Spicy Skillet and a friend had their Peanut Butter and Jelly Pancakes. Excellent food, excellent service. Just make..."

Jared Glick

"First time visit! Lucy’s was a surprisingly vibrant and modern stop for brunch! The restaurant was absolutely packed but we were seated within 15..."

Gabriel Clark - Realtor

Olive's Restaurant & Bar

Accepts American Express

Wheelchair Accessible

Free off-street parking

"My first time at Olive’s was Tuesday for lunch. Our waitress was very personable and helpful. I ordered the olive burger with french fries and my..."

Marianne Gregware

"Fabulous, authentic food in a beautiful, quaint setting. Enjoyed celebrating my daughters birthday outside on the patio. Perfect night! Thanks for a..."

Jill Noffsinger

"The first time we went I wanted the waitress to join us for dinner, she was so kind and funny and she helped my wife download a wine app so we could..."

Don Smith

"Just had the potato leek soup, possibly they best soup we have ever eaten! The flavors are amazing! My son also said EJ's Blueberry crumble was the..."

David Sokolowski

"The lobster roll is my favorite! So awesomely amazing! I eat it without the roll but it is the..."

Amy Carpenter

"Amanda helped us last night and she was great! Also, the Fall Cobb Salad was the best food I have ever had! Thanks for a wonderful date night with my..."

Heather Krikke Butler

"The BEST pomegranate pear martini in the neighborhood �..."

Terence Reuben

"The Porchetta desserts and cocktails are amazing. It’s like being invited to an intimate party where the host ensures you have a great..."

Rachel Attard

"Nice atmosphere. The grilled cheese was delicious-nice combo of cheeses and..."

Deborah J. Shepherd-Bates

"Great place. The food and service are wonderful. I have been here a few times, the hardest part is figuring out what I'm going to order each time. No..."

Karrie Sokolowski

"Everything we tasted was wonderful and the prices were reasonable. That's a great combination. We were there with friends visiting our daughter at..."

Nyle Krzyske Potthast

"I tried the quinoa cakes I was so impressed! I was enjoying it while my husband had the blackened rib eye sandwich. He loved it. We had tea and they..."

Dawn Marie Paauwe

"I visited one night each week I was there for business...loved the Turkey meatballs and the..."

Sarah Earles

"I traveled out to Michigan from Indiana to visit my daughter and her family last weekend. We had dinner at Olive's on Saturday and had a great..."

Jan Visser Balkema

"Olives always nails it. Awesome food, really fair pricing, cozy atmosphere, perfect service... Everything I'm looking for when I go our for dinner...."

Molly Crist

"Excellent atmosphere and food!!! Always feel..."

Joanne Heidenreich

"Delicious food, great wine, try the bread and butter..."

Maureen Clark

"This was me and my wife’s first time to Olives. It’s been on our list for quite some time, but just hadn’t had time to check it out until..."

Scott Brookens

"Olive’s food is SO GOOD! They’ve had a little menu revamp and we were thoroughly impressed. The meatloaf was amazing. We are definitely adding..."

CC

"We loved Olives! We were visiting from out of town and picked this out of a long list of possible places to try and were so glad we did. The interior..."

Em Horvath

"Nestled in East Grand Rapids, Olive's Restaurant & Grill offers a delightful and relaxed atmosphere that is perfect for a casual lunch or dinner...."

Jim Hocking

"Great food, extremely courteous staff. Was a little chilly so had to keep my coat on, but very clean, great looking bar n grill. Very limited lunch..."

Todd Davis

"What an adorable, from scratch restaurant! The options offer unique flavor combinations. I truly enjoyed everything we had. The drinks are also..."

Kailyn Atwell

"Amazing restaurant! The vibe is modern moody. Martinis are the favorite and the Elote dip was to die for!! An East GR must..."

PDViews

"It was a busy night but we were still seated right away and our waitress was very attentive. We were seated upstairs with a couple other patrons. it..."

Heather Morrison

"We had a lunch reunion of high school friends on October 16. We can get a little noisy with laughter so we sat upstairs. The staff at Olives was..."

mary moore

"First time back to Olives in awhile. The food is still great, the meatloaf is a staple that never seems to get old. Drinks are reasonable and the..."

Nathan Ver Beek

The Cottage Bar & Restaurant

83/100 (1518 ratings)

Laura Kaminski

"Very nice little bar and restuarant. Small, cozy but some of the best burgers in town. Highly recommend the swiss mushroom burger. For a big eater, I..."

Johngr

"Burgers are amazing!. The cottage Bar is tucked away and easy to miss but if you are looking for an amazing burger or Reuben's with a frothy brew you..."

Shoreline Girl

"Solid. The Mrs. and I have been coming to Cottage Bar for over a decade. Regulars in our college days, the passage of time and our various..."

Grub 'n' Brew In Da Zoo

"So this place had an amazing burger an even more amazing waffle fries that the most excellent bartender reccomended eating with malt vinegar and them..."

Robert Mullens

"The best burger in G.R and .... The best burger in G.Rand an atmosphere that takes youout of time and placeIts shocking to walk out,..."

Joe Mcglynn

"The way I ended up trying this place is I googled the "best chili in Grand Rapids.". The chili was pretty boring and non-descript, but their burger..."

Orson Buggy

"Sooo much more enjoyable now that it's..."

Anna Goddard

"Loved it. Had a great atmosphere and really good food. Had the black bean burger and its the best veg burger I've ever..."

Jessica Randolph

"Great food, great atmosphere, and great prices. Had the cottage burger and a few craft brews and could not be happier with the decision to eat there..."

Nvelting22

"Our first visit. I like the Cottage Bar. It is small, quaint, and exudes an ambiance of conversation and camaraderie. The beer selection is..."

Jeff G

"Cozy Pub...Comfort food. Cozy Pub...reminds me of those in England, complete with comfort food and a fireside table. Cottage Burger and Cottage fries..."

Alex

"It's the oldest operating bar and restaurant in downtown Grand Rapids. We've both been there countless times, with each other and with other groups,..."

Eatingourwaythroughgrandrapids

"I dropped by for a quick dinner on a Thursday evening, and I was happy with my meal. The place has been in business a long time, and the interior is..."

Mateo Gebon

"Hear ye, food lovers and connoisseurs of conviviality! Let me regale you with a tale of gastronomic delight and warm camaraderie at the venerable..."

Nick Falls

"The food was amazing! Atmosphere is a little dark for my taste. But the service was amazing, I had the garden veggie burger. Make sure you give that..."

2B3 Frank

"Delicious food. Reasonable prices. Only wished that the burger came with side of..."

Jill Seif

"I sat on their very cozy side-patio for a quick solo dinner and enjoyed the charm and privacy of the setting. I’ve hear this is one of, if not the..."

Michael Belligan

"Iconic bar and restaurant seeping within a historic setting. Good "bar"..."

Keith Baker

"This is not a high-end place. It has a broad menu selection and executes comfort food well. The seating is a bit tight. If you are looking for a..."

Chad Oberdoerster

"Delicious! We went for a late lunch on the first day of fall. We sat comfortably on their patio and had fabulous service. The burgers we ordered were..."

Mrs. Michelle Bowen

"When i first walked in, i immediately noticed it was very dim. I'll admit, i thought about turning around and leaving but decided to give them a..."

Abe L

"I was there during the week, had a great time. Reminds me of bar in Europe, just not as nice a collection of glassware. I got the hot meatloaf..."

Paul Stebleton

"The burgers are super super good! I got a Mac n cheese burger and it was to die for. The cottage fries are like American fries and not special. They..."

Kiersten Hayes

"Amazing environment. Awesome to see the oldest bar in gr. They have an amazing cottage burger and serves is great. Parking is like it is downtown,..."

Adam Gross

"Arrived right at noon and was alone so had a great time chatting up staff while I was waiting for my to-go order. Very friendly. The burger was..."

Chaos III

"Quaint bar and restaurant near downtown. The burgers were great and so was the service. This a definite do-again..."

Marcus A.

"Just randomly picked a spot to eat on my trip, and stumbled across it. ABSOLUTELY AMAZING, the food was wonderful and the service was very quick!..."

Angela Magoon

"all are loved their..."

Lena Russell

"Stopped here on a recommendation from friends. We got there around 5:30 on a Saturday. They were very busy but we managed to grab the last open..."

Misty W

"You're talking of a bar that is nearly 100 years old and has still got it! The salad was very good but the burgers are..."

James Rathbun

Uccello's Pizza Restaurant

83/100 (1901 ratings)

Wheelchair Accessible

"Had a wonderful time, was taken here on my birthday! I had heard of this place, but, never had been! It had wonderful food, drinks, great..."

Lily Perla

"As a regular since day one! This place is awesome in every way. The bar service is stellar and fast. Come and say hello to… Kendrah, Maddie,..."

ClassicRockJock

"Always a great experience at Uccello's on Lake Michigan Drive in Standale Michigan. From the bar tender Maggie, to the servers Allie and ??? (oh my..."

Frederick Jost (Fred)

"I've been frequenting this Uccello's location for quite some time now, and can think of only positive things to say. I began coming here just because..."

Zachary Tenney

"Ordered stuffed pizza with the artichokes and spinach. I always order this pizza when I'm in town. This is the 1st time I've ordered from this..."

Martha Roberts

"Ucello's Ristorante- Standale, we love you! We have enjoyed your pizza and pasta for the last year and a half by delivery. A couple of weeks ago it..."

Alva Wells

"It was actually really nice. It was my first time at this establishment and I got the vibe it was more of a sports bar setup, but I really liked it...."

Nicole Boguslawski

"Love the ease of online ordering for takeout. We always try something new for apps. All of them are super tasty and difficult to keep out of to make..."

Lisa Phillips

"Good food, reasonably priced, with drink specials also. Our server was so nice & efficient, stayed on top of our 7 top and was just all around sweet,..."

Annie Lynn-Le

"I’m a regular here and I love the service at the bar, super quick food out to you and drinks! Kendrah and Jordan never forget any details of the..."

Halie Longoria

"Waiter was nice and helpful. The food was awesome. So much food to choose from and everything sounded good. I tried the Taste of Italy and it was..."

Jennifer Mendoza

"Great place to bring friends and family for food. Big bar, lots of TVs for sports and keno. Very nice professional staff. Big parking lot. Management..."

Adam Gross

"With my brother biker family (11 people), they were very quick to seating us ALL TOGETHER! High ten to y'all! Waitress was interactive and fast at..."

Matthew Curtis

"Amazing place for food and sports! Been coming here for 7 years at least once a week. Kendrah and Jordan are the best bartenders you will..."

Anna Battjes

Ganders Restaurant

Wheelchair Accessible

"Great service from JoAnn on Saturday night. We were eating a bit late for us so ordered 2 small plates to share. Flank steak quesadilla and Gander..."

Susan Olthof

"My husband and I actually hosted our day after (our wedding) breakfast here and despite it starting out rough, it was absolutely wonderful! When we..."

Jenna Nicole Zimmerman

"The food and service is excellent!!!!! I had a cob salad this time. Large and tasty. The black bean soup was wonderful..."

Ann Marie Cunningham

"Excellent food, the chef's commitment to quality was impressive, and the staff was so attentive. Ganders covers it..."

Cara Thompson

"If you are looking for delicious food from scratch, great service and made by all Michigan products then Ganders is the..."

Travis Starr

"We were just there for the Thanksgiving day buffet and we all thought it was fabulous! Every thing was delicious and such a great variety. The large..."

Carol Roe Murphy

"First visit and everything we had was amazing. Love all the locally sourced menu..."

Monica Davila

"The restaurant is nice sized. Had an upscale feel to it. I walked in right before closing, a quarter til 1 p.m. The lady there told me I could order..."

Siimply JP

"It's mostly just a place for the Hotel, but non-guests are welcome, I have been twice for breakfast, things are a bit slow, mostly due to very little..."

Jason Bowmaster

"Enjoyed our dinner, friendly staff and loved the Salmon..."

Beth Graham

"Food was great, I had the Ruben Amazing. The husband had the fish and chips. Great relaxing atmosphere. Service was amazing. The waitress also..."

Amy Breeding

"Food is great, but the server/bartender, Diego makes the whole place better. He is kind, attentive, and makes great drink suggestions. He remembers..."

Ashley Hodgman

"Great food! Our server, Jeremy was terrific! Calm, knowledgeable, pleasant and efficient! Coconut shrimp, Cesar salad, chicken vesuvio, and pork..."

Eric Lester

"Our board enjoys meeting there monthly, and often we eat. Burger was good but fries were soggy. Friendly staff and clean facility. Wireless is not..."

Steve Grody

"Ganders has a great food and staff. It’s one of our go-to places for lunch. The prices are affordable and the food comes out quick. Highly..."

Greg Smolka

"Everyone was very helpful and pleasant. Wish they could give out cookies everyday of stay besides only at check-in or get one when checking..."

Vanllya Nylla

"Love this place. One of the few hotel bars where you can actually enjoy a drink without breaking in the bank. Food is also okay. Staff is amazing!!..."

Mark Faur

"Great staff and food. Had the best chicken soup ever, prepared fresh by the chef. Sandwiches were fresh, hot and super tasty. My husband had the..."

Patricia Blake

"Our service was great and the food was..."

Mick Higgins

"Breakfast buffet here was very comprehensive. Even though we selected the buffet, service was outstanding. Servers did an excellent job of checking..."

Thomas Case

"Among hotel bar/restaurants, it is 4.5 stars overall, and 5 stars for value. Not fine dining, but who cares....you're in a hotel! Super friendly..."

B Breuil

"Roxie was absolutely awesome! She handled the bar and dining room singlehandedly. This gal deserves a raise! Thnx Roxie for making my 60th birthday..."

Christie Smith

"Great place for the whole family and to have meetings at. Great food 🍲 for everyone in the family..."

Eric Chapman Chapman

Jet's Pizza

"Excellent pizza excellent service and OMG the Ranch dressing they're finally selling in bulk the absolute best Ranch you've ever had I..."

Michael Turashoff

"Jets it good 90 percent of the time. But expensive think I paid 45 1 pizza..."

David Woodman

"The best chain pizza in the city in my..."

James White

"Great variety of food to select. First time at this location. Super..."

steve bishop

"I don't ever leave positive reviews but this isn't the first time having a perfect deep dish here. Considering we're in the midst of a blizzard right..."

Joseph VandeKieft

"Awesome pizza as always, just going to say, these reviews talk a lot about the 8 corner pizza. It’s literally just 2 small deep dishes, cut into..."

Travis Bergy

"For a chain, this is a good one. The pizza is consistently good quality. The staff is polite and quick. I've been going to this location for a couple..."

Phil Stout

"Love their crispy crunchy 8 corner pizza. Good sauce and a good amount of cheese and pepperoni. They also have a gluten-free crust option which is..."

Tanya Ward

"I've always loved Jets. I ordered from this one accidentally yesterday, it's not my normal location, but it was still hot and fresh when I..."

Nathan Jones

"Of the national pizza chains that we have here Jets is by far the best. Best pizza and their staff is usually pretty polite and act..."

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