I'm not sure how I've never been to Bowerman's On 8th until recently. This cafe/bakery is a cute…read morespot right downtown. I had fun looking around at all the things to buy -- lots of spreads, coffee, merch, blueberry things, kitchen items, stickers, etc. I loved that they had big bags of frozen blueberries for sale - next time I'll bring my cooler! I was heading to dinner so I didn't get any food, but their menu features sweet and savory breakfast options, lunch sandwiches, bowls and salads, soups, even dinner options like a burger. Everything sounded great so I'd love to come back for lunch. The pastry case was calling me, so I got one blueberry donut and a blueberry lemon donut to take home. They were fresh and lightly glazed. The lemon was my favorite. There is a seating area and this looks like a really nice place to enjoy an afternoon. I will hopefully be back soon!

The food was pretty good, I tried the blueberry donuts!…read more It was really fresh and enjoyable. People here may not be the most friendly but I did go on a busy day. Overall it was pretty good. I can't wait to come back and try the blueberry muffins!

Still a five-star farmers market. I have a CSA through Eighth Day Farm, so I've been coming weekly…read moreon Wednesday mornings. Outside of my veggie-heavy CSA haul, here's what ends up in my tote bags: -FRUIT: West Michigan is the fruit belt after all. The season starts with strawberries; peaks with peaches, apricots, nectarines, watermelon, cherries, raspberries, tomatoes, and BLUEBERRIES; and winds down with apples and pumpkins. -MORE VEG: Basically, you name it, and you'll find it at the market. -Maple syrup: you're very lucky if you can get your hands on the varieties infused with whiskey as well as elderberry. -Blank cards: go see Marguerite, she's a talented artist, and she also makes delicious jams. -Cheese: the Cheese People of Grand Rapids know their stuff. -Sourdough loaves -And during blueberry season: blueberry muffins from Bowermans...or blueberry donuts...or blueberry handpies. You can't go wrong. That's about all I can fit (and afford) on a weekly basis, and know that there's so much more deliciousness...and plants. There's a lot of those too! The market is also market-ing on Saturdays. That's when it's a full house in terms of vendors. If there's one vendor you can't pass by, it's Rudy at Fantabulous Fudge. He's been slinging *the best* fudge in the area for years, and in the fall, he makes some bomb caramel apples using orchard apples. Lastly, I recommend coming in the spring, summer, and fall if you can swing it, as there are certain vendors that only make appearances during certain parts of the season.

I live in the area, so this is one of the best farmers markets to come to, everyone is super…read morefriendly trying to sell their products, I went last weekend around 1 pm so around the end of it so a lot of stuff was being sold out, we stopped and got a empanada at a food truck and it was tasty, wish it was spicier. Then we stopped and got frozen little farmers quiches, such a good breakfast item. And then I got some blueberries to go. Highly recommend this farmers market, they have a lot of fresh produce and unique items as well

The place was off the hook busy…read more We tried a blueberry chicken sandwich, cheese cake and scone. The cheesecake was insane. The flavor profile was not too sweet, so creamy, light and airy yet decadent. The perfect blueberry flavor. The sandwich was also very good. The scone could have been skipped. It was probably one of the worst scones we've ever had. I wish we had more cheesecake :) Overall, so worth the trip!!

Didn't really know what to expect as we drove through their personal driveway amidst a road…read moreclosure. But our visit to Bowerman's became one of the highlights of our trip to Michigan. The store has a ton of cute and delicious gifts, foods, etc. The kitchen has a couple pizzas and sandwiches. On the one hand surprised there's only two pizzas highlighting the blueberry. On the other hand, we had the blueberry pesto pizza which was fantastic. Really unique flavor, not overpoweringly blueberry. Definitely admitting I was surprised at how much I liked the pizza. I think Bowerman's is now going to be a regular addition to our Michigan trips!

Central Park Market is a wonderful, small, friendly, complete small grocer with fabulous meats,…read moredeli and fresh veggies & fruits, especially in season! They also carry wine, beer and alcohol. Also many hard to find vintage candies! An experience!

Four stars considering what it is. Look, you're not going to do all your shopping here. It's just…read morenot that kind of store. The size isn't right and your grocery bill will be high. But on the other hand if you need a handful of ingredients for a recipe or have to pick something up that you forgot earlier then this store fills in the blanks. The one thing that they do very very well is their deli. They have a wide assortment of things like pasta salads and chicken wings etc. It's a great way to get something to round out a family dinner or get something to add to your lunch. We come here around 4-5 times a month for small things. And given the proximity and the past salad it'll likely continue to be a place we stop by.

Nature's Market is 100% still my favorite natural food store to shop at!…read more Showing some love because even though I don't come very often I do rely on it for some key items like vitamins, some meat alternatives, and healthier more holistic options for almost anything you can think of! All of the staff has always been extremely kind when I interact with them and they do still offer a discount card to frequent visitors that you can use once a month. Will always come here when I'm looking for healthier food because I trust that they have what's best for the mind and body.

This place is VERY overpriced by over double what you would find at Target or Amazon. Here is an…read moreidea of what you can expect. A dozen eggs is sold here for $8. Target sells the same eggs for $4.99. A box of chickpea pasta is $7.19. You can find a 6-pack online or at Costco for $10. The prices are ridiculous and they are happy to rip people off. I also saw a grown A man in here without a mask, completely oblivious. No one said a thing and let him check out and walk around like there wasn't a global pandemic going on right now. Not worth the trip unless you have money you'd like to flush down the toilet.

I love this asian market in Holland! There are about 3 main asian supermarkets in town, and this…read moreone is the biggest and holds a wide variety of goodies. There are big bags of rice you can purchase (different grains and brands), kitchen supplies, snacks, cooking supplies, ramen and more! Many snacks and desserts to choose from. Nice amount of cuts of meats you usually don't see in your everyday grocery store. They also have a few selection of korean products like buldak noodles and yellow pickled radish. Next to the shop is a nail, boba, and pho shop in the same plaza all owned by the same family. Owner is super nice!

Selection and service is always top notch. Thankful for all the Asian markets in Michigan in generalread more

Dont always have what your looking for. One day you have it the next time you go grab that same…read moreitem it's like they never sold it?? Floor staff are always RUDE if you ask for help. They don't know how to smile or be nice! They look mad all the time. The cashiers ?? Why do the move 100 miles n hr?? Is that necessary?? They may do their job right but they need training on their attitude Horrible customer Service! It's the worst of all the stores in my area. And I'm not just speaking for myself.

Alright let's embark on the magical adventure that is Aldi!…read more First let me say that this is the best Aldi that I've been in. The one on 24th street is good. But it lacks the size and overall selection that this one has. I try to buy as much as possible off my list here. Prices are always better than normal grocery. We buy 30-35 items every time we're here and haven't spent more than $60. If you're new to Aldi there are some things you should know. One of the biggest is to bring a quarter for the carts. You get the quarter back though. Another is that you should bring your own bags. They have bags here but you do have to pay a small price. Another thing about this Aldi in particular is that I always run into staff that are knowledgeable about the store and where to find things. I will continue to do as much shopping here as I can and I encourage you, your friends, your dog, and your friends dog to do the same.

I was planning an afternoon in Holland and I found this spot on Yelp. I love grilled cheese (and…read moreactually call them toastie cheese sandwiches) so I was hoping I could snag a quick lunch. I lucked out with a 15 minute parking spot across the street and ran in. The front of the space has a cheese counter and lots of products for sale to create the cheeseboard of your dreams. I saw cutting boards, crackers and accoutrements, cookbooks, and more. I was on a mission, though, so I headed towards the back and through what looked to be a wine tasting area. Then I entered the Grilled Cheese Bistro, with its cute seating area and friendly employee. The menu is pretty simple -- choose your toastie (they have a handful of curated options), pick half or full sandwich, choose your bread, choose your side (chips, pickle, or bread), and then add a cup or a bowl of soup. All the options sounded delicious but I'm a savory person, always, so i got the Mama Mia, which has two kinds of cheese, pesto, and tomato. I went with the recommended Italian bread, and I added a cup of the tomato bisque, which is self-serve. They also had chicken pot pie and minestrone. My sandwich was done quickly and looked delicious -- super cheesy and perfectly toasted (aka it didn't destroy the roof of my mouth). The pesto and tomato were great additions, and dunking it in the soup was so fun and tasty. I loved this lunch so much and I wish they would open a location in Grand Rapids! I'll definitely be back the next time I'm in town.

They have a large variety of cheeses and wine from different countries that you can taste test and…read moreare excellent! Their soups and grilled cheese sandwiches are from the cheeses they sell in the store. OMG sooo good! You choose the type of bread and cheese for your sandwich. You won't be disappointed. The staff is friendly and the store is well displayed and very clean.