The best! My fav underrated pizza joint and beer bar in GR. You will find kind people, excellent service, and a rotating tap of beers you may not find elsewhere. If you haven't been -- check it out! read more

Rob L. This review has caused strain in my relationship with him. In response I now have our other friend acting as his minion telling me my pizza recs stink. I'd be willing to try this pizza again to his liking "well done." I'm sorry for my harsh words. And I appreciate you getting back to me. Lebron James has had off nights, I'm sure this was just one of those nights for Big Bobs. read more

Big Bobs pizza makes me think of a local watering hole. Tucked away in Gaslight village, you can sometimes miss it! However the locals know where to go and are treated like family by all the staff. I am part of a local running community and we have gone to Big Bobs after our Thursday night runs almost every week. The servers know everyone's orders and do an excellent jobs serving our large group. Cheesey bread sticks and root beer floats are the crowd favorites amongst the group and there is even free popcorn for a snack while you wait. As for drinks, they have most on tap options and also serve Athleta if you want an N/an option other than pop. In terms of ambiance or space, I'd say it's small but mighty. If you are looking for a last minute, casual dinner option in Gaslight villages I'd recommend this spot. The only exception would be on a game day because it will get BUSY! Overall: 4/5 stars read more

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Phenomenal Pizza last night - thin crust, Olive Oil base, with bacon and capicola. We also asked for it to be crispy. read more

Big Bob's Pizza - Chicken Tenders - Underrated - Pizza Near Me - Grand Rapids, Michigan

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We finally got the chance to try out big bobs pizza after hearing all about it! The place was wonderful! We came around lunch time during the week and the service was super friendly and fast! The cheesy bread sticks were phenomenal! Their pizza was definitely one of the best I've ever had! The sauce is great, it has the perfect balance of sweet and tangy! read more

Always enjoy coming to Big Bobs! Know that if you come on a Friday or Saturday waiting for a table is part of the experience. We have come so many times. It's a great local place, that "outsiders" like myself enjoy going to as well. Service is always fast, but not in a way that makes you feel rushed to leave. They know people are waiting so they make sure to get the food and drinks out quick. During the summer when the patio is open it helps open up space and gives a little extra seating so it's not as crowded. However, the crowded part is also kind of fun too, because you know you are in a good place. The food has always been good. We have never had a problem with our order. Staff have always been friendly and helpful with requests. They are very responsive to requests and getting drinks out to the tables. They have a wonderful business going here. read more

Went to Big Bob's to enjoy a casual meal, and came away disappointed. Food was not great, I had a deluxe sub, and my friend had the margarita pizza. Not a lot of flavor in sub and the pizza was overly cheesy. Drinks were expenses $7-$8 pint drafts, and $9-$10 Chardonnay. Restaurant was noisy read more

its amazing this place is literally the best like i could eat here all day its very very very close and convenient

Excellent pizza. Very fresh. Excellent service. Comfy atmosphere. Good parking. Good variety of craft beer taps. read more

We're normally big fans of this place. But our recent visit has made us dock a star (we'd dock two, but we're feeling generous). Prices have skyrocketed. Portions have been demolished. Our "pick three" appetizer was literally twice the price that a single appetizer used to be, and we got *less food*. Read that last sentence again. Whatever COVID did, it doesn't justify doubling the price and reducing the portions. I also ordered jalepeno bottlecaps, but they gave me poppers instead. Because they don't have bottlecaps anymore. So maybe the guy taking my order should have said as much? The menu linked on a Google search is the old menu, so as far as I knew, options and prices were still the old options and prices. The fried food seems to have changed in general. Normally, even leftover appetizers are good. Tonight, it was tough and not good within a couple of hours of getting our food. I think the cheesy broccoli bites are also different from what they used to be? So basically, prices up, portions WAY down, quality down. I, sadly, cannot confidently recommend this place anymore. It's not like it's terrible, but I was just at Pera Pizzeria nearby, and they're now the best pizza place in East Grand Rapids, and for less money. I'm sad. And angry that the food costs way more than it used to. Seriously, just take a quick peek at the photo I uploaded of the "pick three" appetizer option. That's 16 bucks, and we got less and worse food than we used to get ordering a single 8 dollar item. This place has fallen from grace. read more

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The spaghetti was scrumptious the service was absolutely amazing I love this family owned business I recommend it to all my friends and family. Thank you big bobs for the amazing time you gave me read more

We made an unplanned stop at Big Bob's with our pup after being turned away from another patio because of our doggo. Our server Sophia was incredibly sweet and so were the other staff members we interacted with! Well definitely be back once we are on this side of town. The turkey sandwiches were also phenomenal! Thanks! read more

Big Bob's Pizza - Dog friendly patio with water! - Pizza Near Me - Grand Rapids, Michigan

We stopped at Big Bob's Pizza before a college game. We had the BLT pizza, the Biazzo pizza and Fettuccine Alfredo. Everything was delicious! the pizza dough was soft and delicious! Biazzo was super Cheesy. Alfredo was hot and creamy. Great cesar salad! Big Bob's had an excellent selection of premium draft beers. Definitely a must stop! read more

with Hubby checking out this place we hear so much about . We walked into this bar/ restaurant and we really liked the interior with a fun atmosphere. It wasn't busy , a couple of people were out on the deck . Unfortunately, we had a bad experience with the staff and their negligence. So - we don't recommend this place , we placed our order with a nice waitress, she brought our drinks and after that we never saw her. She only came over with our tab/ bill . She never returned to ask if my hubby wanted a refill on his water, or I with another tea. ( as I watched a fun outgoing waitress on the patio outside - pouring from a pitcher of lots of ice e and water) . I Could have got up and walked up to the bar and asked for water, but it's not my job. Mind you , if the place was packed and over flowed I would have done it myself. But it was Not Busy . After waiting 40 minutes and counting... I timed it using this facebook post while Ken placed his order. A manager , I am guessing that's who he was , came over to our table and asked how our drinks were and I told him we were waiting for our food And within 5 minutes we got it . My Chicken Fajita salad was delicious and wonderful. Now my Hubby's Deluxe Ham & Cheese sub was not, it was burnt inside and the bread was hard . They don't tell you what type of bread they use for their subs ( you know like Subway , Vitale's or Jimmy Johns ) So your Assuming that it's going to be similar? Ugggh -no ! We did have a another person come over after we were done eating, if we wanted a refill ! Omg where were you lady while we were eating? We had to sip on our drinks all the way to the end of our meals, because we were never offered more drinks EVERYONE that knows ME , I TIP BIG. . 40% - I know that's alot , I do because I am grateful for the person who prepares and cooks my food, the person who takes good care of our table and is friendly and who is attentive to our needs . We won't be returning to Big Bob's Pizza . We were so uncomfortable eating there read more

A hidden gem in Grand Rapids! Big bob's is a wonderful quaint locally owned restaurant in East Grand Rapids. The owners are wonderful people that just want to make good food. Pizza is excellent, but my absolute favorite dish is the baked chicken parmesan. Even with covid the dish was perfectly prepared, restaurant was clean, and service was excellent. read more

Big Bob's Pizza - Baked Chicken Parm - Pizza Near Me - Grand Rapids, Michigan

I can't say enough about this place. It is my favorite place to go in the city. It's like the Cheers of Grand Rapids. The owners are present and their passion for food and beverage really shows. If Rob or Jen aren't there you can count on Hannah, Abby, or Molly to make your experience memorable. Come for the outstanding beer list and delicious pizza but stay for the hospitality. If I could give more stars I would. read more

Had a wonderful dinner tonight on the patio with our granddog and adult kids! Sophia, the server, was so pleasant and accommodating to us and the dog. It was a little warm so she made sure that we all had water and the dog too. She also brought out ice and a dog treat for him too. Would definitely come back! read more

I have been a Big Bobs fan for years however, my recent visit was very disappointing! It was very chaotic as unsupervised children were sprinting in and out of the restaurant making it difficult to have a social conversation. Can't really comment on the food as we waited for 45 minutes without receiving our order. No, it wasn't busy! The restaurant appears unkept as four employees stood around with their arms crossed appearing to be bored. Sad to see an iconic EGR business operating in this manner. Ray read more

First time diners. Went for lunch with another couple. The waitress was great. The owner came and chatted. The restaurant is clean as well as the restrooms. My friend ordered their wet chicken burrito. When he took his first bite, the inside of the burrito was cold? The waitress took it back and brought it warmed up. One person had a salad, it was okay. Another had their special pizza (like a bowl). It was okay. I had a sandwich. It was put in we a broiler, and it was good. When we left the restaurant, 3 out of 4 said they would not be in a hurry to return. read more

Pizza dough was undercooked after we order it Atmosphere was good, liked the decorations Service was ok, waitress was very nice. read more

Have only ever done takeout from here, but the spicy chicken pizza is my favorite in the GR area. Definitely recommend.

Here at Big Bobs with my girls on Memorial Day as a treat. I haven't eaten pizza in a long time and this place is delicious. My youngest does not like cheese so I was able to get a customized pizza for her, my oldest, and myself. Also, the service was fantastic! This was a win for us all! If you're in the area, I'd highly recommend you check it out. read more

What a cute place it is. It's fairly small. Right when you walk in, a hostess immediately asks "how many." The waiting area is very very small! We were told a 30 minute wait, but ended up waiting 10 minutes. We started off with the fried green beans. They were good. Could've been better if seasoned with salt and pepper. They also have a popcorn machine for free popcorn while waiting :) Service was mediocre. But I give the server props. On a busy Friday night, there were only 2 servers on the floor she forgot my lemon with my water, but at towards the end of our meal, profusely was apologizing and gave me a lemon. No biggie. The pizza is phenomenal. My fiancé and I ordered the "Briazzo" pizza with pineapple, Bacon, and ham. Dough was cooked perfectly. Sauce was so delicious I could've drank the side cup of marinara we got with it. It was lacking sauce, which was disappointing, but the side was perfect to go with it. I would bring my family and friends from out of state to this establishment to show it off. One note to share- we ordered a 10" pizza. We could barely finish one slice each. Make sure you get the 7" if it's just two or three of you! read more

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I've heard about Big Bob's Pizza in East Grand Rapids for years but I never even really knew where it is. That changed last night when my boyfriend and I stopped in for dinner and had a really awesome experience! We had to Google map it since neither of us knew where it was - hint, it's a bit off the beaten path and kitty corner to Jersey Junction. The space and parking lot are both pretty small, so you may have to find street parking, but it's totally worth it. We were greeted right away when we stepped inside, so there was no awkward "do we seat ourselves or do we wait to be seated" hovering. One of the first things I noticed when we sat down is that they have free popcorn! If there's one thing I love about an establishment, it's when they have free popcorn, so I was excited about that. The menu at Big Bob's is pretty typical with pizza, sandwiches, subs, salads, and pasta. They do have a specialty item that I have never seen anywhere else called the briazza which is a deep dish stuffed pizza! We ordered the fried green beans to start and the meat lovers pizza on regular crust (you can also choose thin or thick crust). The green beans came out and were super hot and fresh, and it was a large portion - definitely enough for up to four people to share as an appetizer. The beans themselves were tender-crisp and the batter was perfection - crispy and not at all soggy or too bready. The wasabi ranch was an awesome accompaniment. My boyfriend and I both loved these! Then came the pizza - holy cow! So Big Bob's is known for pizza and it's easy to see why. The regular crust was perfect - not too thick, and not too thin. The toppings were piled on and every single piece was covered. My boyfriend commented that usually he gives me the piece with the most sausage (my favorite), but this time he didn't have to do that, because every piece had an even amount of sausage (and a lot of it). My one and only small negative about the pizza is that I found the sauce to be too sweet, but that's pretty typical for me at most pizza places as I don't like any sweetness in pizza sauce. It also got quite loud in the restaurant as it's really tiny with a lot of echoing going on. We paid about $35 including tip for the 17" pizza and the fried green beans, which was well worth it for the amount of food and the quality of the ingredients. They also serve beer and wine! The owner, Rob, stopped by twice during our meal to check on us and ask us how everything was, which I always think is such a great customer service gesture. Then, as we were leaving, he wished us happy holidays and thanked us for coming in so we introduced ourselves and said it was our first time stopping in. He asked for our names and asked how we heard about Big Bob's. Super nice guy and I was impressed with his genuine attention to us even though it was getting pretty busy with a large party coming in. This is the type of service and feeling that makes me want to come back to a place again and again. read more

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We've lived about 5 minutes from Big Bob's for about 6 years and never tried it until last night. Their menu had a lot of different options, both healthy, and not so much, but definitely specialize in pizza, hence their name. I was impressed by the service and quality of food (we ordered pizza, sub and onion rings) and cleanliness of the restaurant/bar. It's one of those places you can feel comfortable going to in your workout clothes; it's a pretty casual place. We also liked that they have their own parking, so getting in/out was no issue. The one big negative was their lighting. Wow, it's bright, even in the evening. Due to that, I feel it's more of a lunch place, take-out or delivery option for us in the future. read more

Excellent place, great pizza!! We have been looking for a nice little pizza pub for a while and this place was a great find!

This place is such a gem and I feel lucky to have it in my back yard! It's in an adorable house right by Rite aid and D&W in East GR. We ordered a 14 inch briazzo with ham and pepperoni (for take out, in the middle of COVID-19) and it came to 23.84. the guy working instructed my boyfriend to keep it flat on the ride home and warned us that it would be messy. We are glad we followed his instructions! We used the biggest knife we had to cut it, they don't cut it so the toppings don't ooze out of it. We appreciated the heads up, and ended up eating it with a fork! The cheese was generous (awesome cheese pull!) and the sauce had hints of sweetness but NOT too sweet. The price might seem like a lot for a pizza but once we ate it we thought it was 100% worth it, not to mention very unique to the area. We each had one piece and were full - so excited for leftovers for the upcoming weekend. Can't wait to go back and have a beer once quarantine is over. read more

Big Bob's Pizza - 14 inch briazzo - Pizza Near Me - Grand Rapids, Michigan

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This is a good clean location. I didn't expect such a good slice. But yo this place throws down I only had two pepperoni slices & a soda. The price is fair & the customer service is exceptional. I highly recommend this joint read more

The Briazzo is amazing here. Greasy pizza is a top tier category of Pizza. There are few places that make a pizza this good when this is what you are looking for. Get the Briazzo. read more

I LOVE Big Bob's Pizza! This is definitely a family friendly joint that caters to everyone's needs and puts out amazing food. I love their wide selection of beer that is offered, along with their extensive menu. We have frequented this place over the last 4 years and every time I'm there, I'm never disappointed with the service and quality of food. Everything from the pizzas (Briazzos are crazy amazing) to the appetizers (our go to is their cheesy breadsticks) are tasteful and timely. I particularly love that this restaurant is fully stocked with stuff for the kids - complimentary popcorn, books, games, and a sense of flexibility despite the relatively tight quarters inside. The servers are fantastic and super accommodating - they know their brews and food! As long as Big Bob's continues to put out great food, we will be loyal customers. read more

The BEST pizza!! Our favorite takeout. Seating is a bit limited inside depending on when you go, but it's a good low-key place.

We've been in here a few times, and it's a favorite of the kids for one simple reason: Free popcorn. There's a popcorn machine right next to the front door that guests are free to get popcorn out of on their own - and it's usually pretty tasty. The kids ate 2 bowls each, and didn't end up eating a ton of their dinner because of that. They have a pretty good selection of beer on tap/available, including Samuel Smith's Organic Chocolate Stout which my wife loves. The food is good but not great, typical pizza place food - sandwiches, pizza, and salads. I went for a Buffalo Chicken salad, which was pretty tasty - nice and spicy, and good amount of bleu cheese dressing with it. It also had nacho chips mixed in with it, which I thought was weird at first but gave the salad a nice crunch. The service here is pretty great - they greet you as soon as you come in the door, have nice banter with you while at the table, and are prompt. To sum up - a nice local pizza place, good for kids and adults alike. During the summer it'd be a good double header to have dinner here and then walk across the street to Jersey Junciton to have dessert. read more

Seriously if this place rates 4 stars then I am a 10, when I am a solid 6. Remember I am an Italian from Philadelphia. Sweet pizza and sweet sauce very mushy spaghetti. The photo is Chicken Parmesan. But you tell me if you could guess what it was from the photo. The regular pizza is a thick gooey hunk of dough. If not for the topping the pizza would have no taste. We got a regular pizza with pizza sauce and cheese only. The test for good pizza. The real test is my wife. Never complains and gives the restaurant the benefit of the doubt. But she said very contritely: we don't have to come back here. This place could not exist in Chicago or Philadelphia. I chalk it up to a regional taste. It was busy. But it was a beer tasting night. Bob read more

Big Bob's Pizza - Does this look appetizing and would you guess it was Chicken Parmesan???! - Pizza Near Me - Grand Rapids, Michigan

My wife and I discovered Big Bob,s a few years ago and have been coming here almost every week since. It is a family run business and the owners make you feel welcome the moment you step in the door. They have a great menu with delicious food and a large selection of drinks. But the best part is the atmosphere. Rob and Jen always go out of their way to make sure you enjoy your visit . Since going to Big Bob,s, we have no desire to try another pizza restaurant and if we can,t make it sometimes, we miss it. Our advise to you is "Try it, you,ll like it" Bill & Ruth read more

Such a staple in Gaslight Village - and I don't mean one of those run down dive bars that have been around forever - Big Bob's is current and happening! A lot of people come here for the pizza - I always hear amazing things about it. (They don't have gluten-free crust, so I stay away but just recently learned they serve up a pizza on corn chips - like pizza nachos - for those that want to go the gluten-free route.) I personally like to come for the customer service, I have always had such a great time dining at Big Bob's. It is owner by a brother and sister. They really know what it means to offer great customer service. I enjoy ordering the Spinach Salad with Chicken - it is spinach, feta cheese, strawberries, bacon bits, red onion and sliced almonds - super delicious and a very generous size. They have a great tap list of local craft beers as well as others from around the country too! Just a great at home feel - keep up the great work! read more

Big Bob's Pizza - Pizza Near Me - Grand Rapids, Michigan

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Quick service! We ordered pizza and wings and both were great! The wing sauce was different than what I'm used to..but we loved the texture! They would be fantastic with a more buttery/mild/traditional sauce. The pizza was delicious! No complaints here! We want to try the Briazzo so will definitely be back. Thanks Big Bobs! read more

Very disappointed! Tried going back after a year. Ordered two wet burritos and when got home discovered they were cold, unheated and no sauce or cheese. Contacted manager who was willing to give me credit, apologetic. Today ordered 3 pizzas for a birthday party, went to pay and there was no credit on my account. Met by less than courteous worker who became frustrated. To make it worse, one pizza had a very soggy crust. Honestly if a local business wants me to come back, they should be conscientious and make good food. In response to owner comment, It was only 1 week between two unsatisfactory experiences. We try to support locally owned businesses who are not chains. I wish you luck in improving service. read more

Pizza was great and very nice service on last Thurs 10/ 20/22. Salad lettuce was limp unfortunately. It would be nice if you could dim the lights as it felt like I was about to take the SAT test !! Bright. read more

I have eaten many a pizza all over the country and many in my local area BUT the pizza I had here was by far the best pizza I've had! Ever. Cheeseburger pizza. It was a special but it was damn good! Let's start with hamburger meat, add a special siracha ketchup, and finely diced pickles. It was awesome! I went with the small but could have easily destroyed the next size up. It was a carnival of flavor! My wife had the BBQ chicken, which I also tasted and it was just as delicious! We also had the cheese bread as an appetizer! Even that was good. Service was great too. I will definitely be back and I feel safe saying any pizza you get will be amazing. read more

Big Bob's Pizza - Cheeseburger pizza! - Pizza Near Me - Grand Rapids, Michigan

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Always good food, pizza, service. They do have a eclectic beer selection as well that typically allows me to try something I've never heard of read more