My first experience here, I have to say it was top notch! Our server was really good, had a wry…read moresense of humor, and didn't forget a THING. I had a chicken garden salad with French dressing, it was a good size, the other five people had various dishes that all looked tasty. I really liked the way the place was laid out, dark woods, cozy. My only complaint would be the old-fashioned I ordered, it was pretty small for $15 bucks. I guess I should know better trying to get a mixed drink in a restaurant these days. I switched to an IPA that came in a pint glass, cold and yummy, I had two. We will be back!!

Best restaurant we've found so far in the area. Love the fish fry!…read more We have often had new servers, but the do well.

Never had a bad experience in 20+ visits! Kids also enjoy the food, service, and bringing friends.read more

It is a good place to have a meal prior to going to the Zoo. It was nice, nothing really…read moreoutstanding or memorable, but it was only 1 visit. We had a good time, and enjoyed our meal.

I've eaten Zivio's food several times - living nearby has made pick up very easy and I've sat in…read morethe outside seating as well. The outside seating isn't my favorite since it's on the front sidewalk and can get a little busy, but we got there close to when they opened for a weekend brunch so I don't know if that's why the service moved a little bit slow, but we were enjoying ourselves so it was too much of a bother. I've ordered off of both their dinner and brunch menu, both were winners! Everything I've had has always been flavorful and they give very generous portions. My wife and I have learned that if we share an app, there is no way we can finish an entree as well so be prepared for leftovers. I've had several different gyros and have greatly enjoyed them all. Their fries are consistently crunchy and flavored well. OHHHHHH. I also LOVE that they serve Turkish coffee - it reminds me of my childhood and it's just so delicious. All in all I for sure recommend to anyone. I will continue eating there and sharing it with others!

I've been to Zivio a couple of times before and have always enjoyed both the food and drinks, which…read moreis why I was excited to come back with a few friends. Unfortunately, this visit didn't quite live up to my previous experiences. The fries and deep fried mushrooms were good starters to begin with. However for the entree, the presentation was beautiful, and everything looked great when it came out, but the flavors just weren't there this time. The rice was noticeably dry, and some of the meats were a bit dry as well. Overall, the meal felt like it was missing the flavor I've come to expect from this place and was sad that 2 of my friends had a similar experience. That said, our server was fantastic. She was friendly, attentive, and checked on us throughout the meal, which definitely helped make the experience more enjoyable. I'll certainly be back because I know this restaurant is capable of better, and I'm hoping this visit was just an off night.

Beer 5+ Staff 5+ Food…read more5+ The ambiance 5+ I'm not sure what else to say. the staff was super friendly and accommodating which helped ease our nerves as this was our first outing to eat with our newborn and my wife and I both said to each other this is a place we will be back often. We split the chance the wrapper. My only was to describe it is bar buffalo chicken wrap meets fresh curated ingredients with every flavor complimenting the other. They also nailed the fries.

Haven't been here for a long time since they were popular. Still freezing, take a sweater. That…read moresaid service was a ten, food was better than expected and now they have pizza. Brewing skills more than competent.

General Wood Shop is such a fun spot on Bridge Street. They are LGBTQ owned and have tons of events…read moreall throughout the week, like drag shows, watch parties, dance parties, etc. I think the vibe is more "party" on weekends and evenings, but the times I've gone earlier in the day have been more my speed. Nate and I recently stopped in to try some of their new food menu and seasonal drinks. The new drink menu is Japanese themed, so we were excited since we went to Japan earlier this year. I got the alpenglow and Nate got the spicy margarita. Both were delicious and beautiful. We also got some happy hour snacks - the dijon sesame salad and the savory cream cheese wontons. Their happy hour is a great deal and I'd love to come back soon for that again. The salad was fresh and a big portion to share. The raw diced onion wasn't my favorite addition to the salad, but I did love the overall flavors. The savory cream cheese wontons were absolutely delicious - definitely very savory and crispy. I'd get these every time! The vibe inside at happy hour was pretty quiet but it can get packed as it's not a huge space. I am so glad that General Wood Shop is here and I'm looking forward to my next visit.

The General Woodshop, you will ALWAYS be famous…read more This bar is near and dear to my heart, when it first opened last year I made an effort to bring anyone with me that would come along. As a queer person, we have to protect our spaces by supporting them. The care that the staff lures into this place truly shows. The rotating menu, the affordable drink options, the ambiance and the way they truly take suggestions from their patrons. They have a new patio addition which has made the smaller spot feel larger aswell. Last fall, I came in on a whim by myself. Callie was my bartender (love), and they were deciding what to do with some Sloe Gin. Thus the "Femme Fatale" was born, there's something magical about watching a craft cocktail come together. Something even more magical about being able to NAME a cocktail at your favorite watering hole. GW is truly a beautiful addition to GR.

Inside and outside seating available and plenty of servers to keep up with the demand. Our server…read morewas attentive and gave us a chance to enjoy a nice Friday night out without feeling rushed. The half house salad with ginger dressing was larger than salads you get at other sushi restaurants. The veggies and greens were fresh and the dressing was delicious. The Kawaii(?) roll was on the fishy side in case you like or don't like that. The Vegetable roll was good. They were both well made. I don't come to Rockford often but Kawa is one of my go-to's in town.

Pretty good food but the service and speed of food delivery to the table is usually…read moreslow...especially if you get sushi. There always seems to be a problem or delay whenever we've gone in. Sushi rolls will typically arrive 15+ mins after you've finished eating any hot food.

Excellent spot for drinks & apps! A good selection of beer and cocktails with the highlight for me…read morebeing the espresso martini. The bulgogi nachos were delish. Loved the covered patio seating and the great service along with it.

Staff was awesome (friendly, attentive without being smothering, helpful). Food was tasty and came…read moreout pretty quickly. Lamb Gnocchi - lamb was flavorful (cubed bits throughout), the couple of sugar snap peas were fresh and cooked just right (wish there'd been more), the gnocchi itself was excellent. I thought the sauce was a bit much (too much of it and too much flavor/too salty), and it could've had less bread crumbs. Not sure if this dish was supposed to be lukewarm...Without the sauce and excessive amount of breadcrumbs, this dish is easily an 8.5-9/10, but too much sauce & breadcrumbs I have to give it a 6.85/10 Fish & chips - tried my gram's fish and chips. Outside of the batter being pepper heavy, the batter was perfect. It wasn't too thick, it wasn't soggy or over done, literally just the right amount of crunch. The 2 filets were quite big and the fish wasn't dry, nice and flaky. The fries were like old school McDonald's (so when they used to be good and had flavor...). I'm not a fish and chips person, or a pepper person, but from what I tried of this one, I'd say it's an 8/10. Desserts - if you want something light and summery and you don't mind the taste of basil, get the Matcha Tres Leches (green dessert). If you want rich & decadent get the mocha cheesecake. /10 for both desserts but for VERY different reasons.

Having a good time together on the 27th floor at the Amway Plaza Hotel in Grand Rapids. Caroline…read moreand her husband came from Arizona for the Board Meeting in Michigan. Meeting new people is always fun! Amway Grand Plaza Hotel and Madrid Tapas Bar had beautiful views and great ambiance. We had ceviche, octopus, pork belly and sangria together!

I had one of the best meals I can remember at MDRD. First, the restaurant has a beautiful view of…read morethe river. I was with a large group, so I got to sample a number of tapas, which were ordered for the table. I loved the Iberico Pork Belly, and the Wild Boar Empanadas. I thought the Croquetas and the Patatas Bravos were good, though there are other things I'd order in the future. I thought the Ceviche Mixta was ok, though I'm not usually a fan of ceviche, and this was better than most. My least favorite was the Pulpo a la Gallega. While the octopus was tender, it had an unpleasant fishy flavor. I got the Chuletas de Cordero for a main course, and was so happy with the dish. The lamb chops were cooked perfectly and seasoned well. I really liked the chickpea topping. My only quibble was the dried apple slices added nothing to the dish. They had an unpleasant chewy texture, little flavor, and didn't add to the aesthetics. I would order this again in a heartbeat. I ordered the Árbol de Frambuesa, and it was an amazing dessert. The chocolate souffle was thicker and creamier than I expected, but it was so delicious! I don't want to ruin the surpise of this dish by describing how it looked. I would also order this again.