Suggestions for Dining and Drinking near Grand Rapids

Travis Z. • December 16, 2017Stopped in while shopping in East Town. Lots of locals on Mac books & sipping coffee but cool view at the bar overlooking the street. Great baked goods and french toast! Definitely worth checking out.

Ben S. • April 23, 2014Best coffee/coffee shop in downtown GR in my opinion.

Cheyene O. • February 16, 2013Wildly creative combinations easily places Maru at the top of my list of favorite Grand Rapids restaurants. The nirvana is a revelation and the papa crema is a brilliant crunchy/creamy texture play.

Gregg P. • September 27, 2013Best doughnuts in GR by a long shot. Prices are cheaper than both chains (Tim Hortons and Krispy Kreme) and Marge's too. Highly recommended!

Todd S. • December 4, 2014Great place to stop and grab some gastropub fare after doing some brewery hopping. Try the specials.

Lydia V. • June 12, 2018Lemon Sunday is the bees knees. Sweet, refreshing, and just so summery!! 🍋

Anna K. • September 8, 2012Eggs Florentine is my fave! Try it...you will not be disappointed ;)

Joe B. • March 17, 2017Incredible! Drinks crafted perfectly (Old Fashion for me), Food was amazing, the Bacon appetizer is life itself. The service was amazing even though the place was wall to wall. A must go.

Alanna T. • November 10, 2011Hands down best pizza I have ever had...make sure to try the lazy boy with pulled turkey, Nantucket stuffing, sweet potatoes, gravy, and cranberry sauce. Ammmaazzinggg.

Justin O. • January 9, 2019They serve excellent coffee. The liege waffle is the only waffle you can get to go. The liege waffle comes hot and is delicious, there are chunks of caramelized sugar imbedded inside.

Zack E. • June 17, 2013Everything here is priced reasonably, the environment is perfect for creative people and those that love the company of new friends. Try the 'Papa Toe' almond coconut mocha, and munch on a vegan bagel

Jessica H. • December 31, 2011#8 Schnitzel Club or their Grilled Cheese! So good!

saintshane • March 15, 2013Amazing organic and from farm to table restaurant in Eastown Grand Rapids. Ask for Kayla cause she knows what's up.

Josh D. • November 22, 2013Egg-cellent! Great food, great price, GFS hazelnut coffee to go! Best breakfast in the city!

John S. • March 19, 2011Best place (only place) in town for a steak and a cigar.

Lewis I. • March 22, 2013Ali has some of the BEST food in town. I love my second home here!

Alex L. • May 9, 2015#1 spot for business lunches in Downtown Grand Rapids.

Sarah S. • February 21, 2013Get your beer cheese spicy.

Sarah S. • June 25, 2011Awesome soups, including vegan, vegetarian, and gluten-free. Great specials as well!

Alex G. • August 29, 2011Fantastic selection of beers from all over the US and the rest of the world.

Tansy • March 3, 2014Best authentic taqueria in town. Steak, pork, goat, cactus... just amazing. Tip this family! The prices are low and they work hard serving perfect food. They also know how to package to go perfectly.

Jonathan J. • July 28, 2015Great pizza, including gluten free pizza. End the evening w/ taking some pizza home

Ben F. • February 3, 2019My wife and I get the Family Sampler every time because all of it is so good! Very good, strong coffee too.

Dutch G. • August 23, 2020Fun tiki atmosphere, great food, best tiki drinks!

Carly A. • April 16, 2013Amazing. Great atmosphere, awesome food, HUGE fries. Love it here!

Andrea L. • March 25, 2015Homemade tater tots are amazing! Best ribs I've ever had.

Jaime B. • April 13, 2013The tarta de chocolate al whiskey (whiskey soaked cake, caramel gelato, brownie, and white chocolate mousse) is delicious! Tapas are amazing as well. Highly recommend!

Jolon H. • May 7, 2012THE best place to buy coffee. Craig roasts the beans while you wait (or call ahead). Great atmosphere.

Kristi K. • August 4, 2015Some of the best macaroons I've ever eaten. $2/cookie. My personal faves: salted caramel, cake batter (if they have it), and lemon/raspberry.

Rob G. • April 9, 2010With 48 beers on top, start at the beginning with a sampler platter and work your way to the end (during several visits).