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    Blue Water

    3.8 (408 reviews)
    Open 11:00 am - 10:00 pm

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    Casual
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    Moderate noise

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    Tammy D.

    [[HIGHLIGHT]]My friend and I loved the fish pond at the entrance, the fireplace inside and the view of the lake! It felt like we were dining at a fancy getaway.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] We went on a weekend, called ahead, and were seated right away. We both got pizzas mine was the breakfast pizza and she built her own vegan pizza. The pizza tasted great, but was a little hard around the edges so I wasn't able to finish it. I'm not sure if all their pizzas are like this but both mine and my friend's were hard. We will probably try a different menu item next time. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Sipping drinks and eating with the lake view was an amazing experience and I can't wait to go back to sit outside when it's warmer![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]]

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    Martha W.

    Another wonderful lunch with the Bloody Mary Bar. Tyler was amazing waiting on us. Thank you.

    Ahi Tuna Salad*
    Wood W.

    Went spur of the moment in the late afternoon with group of seven. They were able to seat us pretty quick but half the chairs are high tops so we had to wait a few minutes for a normal table. Service was good. Food was tasty. Four of our party got salads of some type and they all thought they were good. I got the beer brat cassoulet which was very average - it was a little light on the brat content and smothered in a dijon mayo sauce that was way too strong for my taste.

    Spicy cucumber margarita
    Kylie C.

    We came here for my birthday dinner. Wanted something near water with outside dining. We ate on the lower patio - beautiful little space. Service was very friendly (once our waitress knew we were in her section, everything went swimmingly). We came during happy hour, right before the start of people coming for dinner, so our food came out VERY quickly. Both of us were happy with our dishes. The fish tacos are build your own, and you get a great portion of each item. My spicy cucumber margarita was great - fresh sliced jalapeños in it were just the right amount of heat. Peanut butter pie was rich & delicious. My gran enjoyed her walleye; she'd asked for the chile butter to be in the side (can't do spicy) and they accommodated her. Definitely a nice treat!

    Blue Water Deluxe Burger*
    Asher A.

    The food was so good and my burger was amazing. Especially with a fried egg. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The scenery was amazing. You could look out onto a lake from our table and the koi pond was magical.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Our server Tyler was also amazing. He was very kind and treated us fast and well. 5 stars!

    Faroe Island Salmon* (GF) Grilled Peach Pork Chop
    Diane L.

    Great service and our food was excellent! We ordered the egg rolls for an app, pork chop with peach sauce, and salmon with a delicious pepperdew glacé. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The atmosphere is very pleasant with nice views of the lake.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]]

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    [[HIGHLIGHT]]Our table had a great view of the water.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] We had a great server and the food was delicious!

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    Food was FANTASTIC and came out very quickly. Everything was GREAT. Super quick service.

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    First time here - the food was delicious! Very unique side dishes that paired perfectly with the entree'. Will definitely go again!

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    Ask the Community - Blue Water

    Looking for a water view for lunch?

    If you sit on the patio or most places in the restaurant you can see the lake

    What are the hours for happy hour.?

    2-6 pm

    Is Blue water Grill worth going to? Anywhere better in Grand Rapids?

    What are you looking for?

    Can I request outdoor dining?

    Yes

    Can I reserve a table for 2 on the patio?

    It's currently first come, first served.

    Do they take reservations or call ahead seating?

    No reservations!

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