American Char

6394 Adams St, 49464-9316 - Zeeland
€€ Barbecue
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83/100
1309 recommendations

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4.0/5
35 reviews
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4.5/5
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🌳 Outdoor seating 🥡 Takeout 🍽️ Dine-in 🚚 Delivery 🍺 Alcohol 📅 Reservations Wheelchair accessible Accessible restroom 😊 Casual 🛋️ Cozy 👥 Good for groups

💬 What people say

Sides 66 Pulled pork 51 Ice cream 41 Wings 35 Pizza 18 Cornbread 16 Sampler 12 Dry rub 7

Contact Information

📞 Phone: +1 616-688-7400
📍 Address: 6394 Adams St, Zeeland

🕐 Opening Hours

Closed Opens at 04:00 PM
Monday1 04:00 PM - 09:00 PM
Tuesday2 04:00 PM - 09:00 PM
Wednesday3 04:00 PM - 09:00 PM
Thursday4 04:00 PM - 09:00 PM
Friday5 12:00 PM - 09:00 PM
Saturday6 Closed
Sunday7 Closed

Google Reviews (10)

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Kelsey Bakker

a month ago
★★★★★ 5/5
The owner Len was so friendly and welcoming, an amazing guy. The whole experience was outstanding and we had a great time. Absolutely delicious food! We will definitely be going back!
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Chris Hoekstra

a month ago
★★★★☆ 4/5
An old Western Saloon atmosphere in this small bump in the road village brings some big Bbq tastes. I ordered the Char Sampler ($28). This includes a tasting of Ribs, Wings, Brisket, Pulled Pork, and Pulled Chicken. It also included the sides pickles and Pickled Slaw. Everything was very pure tasting. Meaning you could taste the high quality meat in every bite. Everything is seasoned, but lightly. This lets the meat speak for itself. The portion size is generous, which makes this a great value. I also ordered a large side of Pork and Beans ($5), because I love bbq baked beans. I kinda consider myself a connoisseur of Baked Beans. Sadly I found myself not liking them. I didn't hate them, but I didn't finish them. It's possible it's because they are vinegar based, so that may be your thing. I also got myself some Cornbread ($3), which should come with a sampler. That being said it was excellent. Moist and very flavorful. The person I was with ordered the Pulled Pork Sandwich ($8) and some cornbread. She loved the sandwich and the cornbread. The only other slightly negative thing is the bbq sauce are only okay at best. I tried the Kansas City sauce and it was acceptable, I used it, but I didn't take any home for my leftovers. The person I was with tried the Carolina Mustard and wasn't a fan. The service is with a smile and tries to be efficient. They need a little work, but it's not by any means bad. Overall a 4 star review. Would I return? Absolutely, it's excellent bbq. If your in the area or are making the rounds of West Michigan bbq this should definitely be a stop.
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Heidi Saenz

2 months ago
★★★★★ 5/5
Good food! Sides are pretty good. Want to try the pizza next time! Neat atmosphere with good service!
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Dave Cammenga

3 months ago
★★★★★ 5/5
If you like BBQ and if you haven’t discovered the place, give it a try. Great food. Fun atmosphere.
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Randy Pierman

3 months ago
★★★★★ 5/5
Awesome food ! They have both indoor and outdoor seating. The food is top notch, you can get it to go also. Keep up the GREAT work !
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Nicholas Joustra

3 months ago
★★★★★ 5/5
I got 1/2 ribs and 6 wings. The food was top notch. Rich smokey flavor on the ribs and a great seasoning on the wings. The food was so good I forgot to take a picture
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Caroline Messersmith

4 months ago
★★★★★ 5/5
Your mouth will be watering soon as you smell the smokers in the parking lot. 🤤
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Dana Bravata

4 months ago
★★★★★ 5/5
Went here with my family from Florida and it was absolutely amazing. The fresh churned butter was fantastic! Wings have a perfect smoke to theme and the ribs were what's as well. The guy at the counter helped so much with sauces he had great suggestions and was very kind and helpful! For the price you get a good amount of food!
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Ardie McVanDoderwelljagt

5 months ago
★★★★★ 5/5
Awesome food Big portions Great selection of bbq sauces - South Carolina mustard is the best! Very clean Wonderful service If you’re ever in Drenthe definitely stop and GET SUM!
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Jean Mulder

8 months ago
★★★★★ 5/5
This was a great, fun, countryside experience. Our kind of place. Casual, unique, local flavor. We were with friends and loved the totally laid back atmosphere. We all had their wonderful pulled pork....served on paper plates...paper cups, disposable utensils, napkins. A 'help yourself to condiments'...no checking on you...no I-pad toting servers. We ate outside at the picnic tables....rural setting...so relaxing. Dine in is also an option. End meal with their great ice-cream cones.
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