I have been trying to get a reservation here for months. I had given up when my husband said get ready we are going out. We have reservations at 8. Admittedly I thought 8 was a little late because it was 6 and I was ready then lol. Am I glad I had some patience. It reminded me of when I was in Europe and there was no rush to the service. The soothing music playing in the background as well as the beautiful artwork and candle lit dining was great for enjoying your partner. And of course the food was top tier. I understand why reservations are hard to come by. There is even a wait to sit at the bar. read more

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Such great memories revisited. Service was excellent! I never felt pressured or rushed to order and finish my meal. They do take reservations for the bar but we were able to get a table in the dining room. I had the BLT salad, risotto balls, and halibut which was all perfect. I shared and tasted the Asian meatballs, wedge salad, crab dip and fish tacos. All were amazing. Great selection of zero alcohol fun drinks too! read more

Food and service was terrific. Especially the salad and entree My husband had a wedge salad and I had a arugula, pear, almonds, ham and red onions salad. Out of this world. I would go back to Bold just for it. We had Hawaiian Coral Cod. The fish was so fresh and flaky. Absolutely delicious ! The best meal we've had in Kalamazoo! What a treat for our 37th anniversary ! 37 years ago we got married at 11 am in New Smyrna Beach FL ! Little did we know we would be at aNo Kings Demonstration!! What a great day! We should have had Crème Brûlée Chocolate Cake with ice cream had salt it was good but we will have crème brûlée Bold isn't on Open Table. Make a reservation. read more

Attentive servers. Thank you for leaving the shaker on the table to refill my Cosmo. The shrimp and avocado small plate and wedge salad were plenty for me and delicious. There were smiles all around my table of girlfriends catching up. read more

We had a delicious dinner with drinks. The firelight and fish was perfect . Our waitress was attentive and friendly, knowledgeable about selection. Atmosphere was relaxed. read more

Enjoyed dinner at Bold. Really great food service and ambience. This was awesome but on the expensive side of the value equation thus 4 vs 5 stars. If money is not a factor then I would recommend Bold. $162 for 2. Each with one drink, appetizer, no desert but did include tip. About my food: loved my plate. Excellent presentation aroma and very hot. Flavor supported the perception. Scallops perfectly seared, crab rich and meaty, and shrimp very large and cooked perfectly. I would order again and if you should decide to drop the coin, I recommend you try. read more

Bold - Bold Shrimp and Scallops with Crab Cakes - New American Near Me - Kalamazoo, Michigan

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Hands down THE BEST in lower Michigan! Best service, best flavors, ... just the best. Consistently excelling with daily specials and a vast variety of menu options. read more

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Always a good meal and the service has always been outstanding. Also the private room is a good venue for a small event

The exterior leaves a lot to be desired....you see a standard strip mall exterior. This belies the interior, which is decorated in warm colors with am inviting feel. Eat at the bar (Golf Channel on tv), at a high top, or around a low-rise table for a larger group. The menu features small plates (I saw several people ordering then sharing 4 or 5) as well as large plates. A popular large plate option was the seafood trio, with scallops (2 large), shrimp (2 large), and lump crabmeat, over a spinach and rice-polenta style cake with a citrus-beurre blanc sauce. Very tasty. Paired with a single glass of wine, total of $63. read more

Bold - Dining at the bar - New American Near Me - Kalamazoo, Michigan

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My daughter & I went here for her birthday dinner. Everything was fantastic. Our server was so helpful & friendly. We will definitely be going back. read more

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Quaint and cozy place, menu is on-point and presentation is excellent. Wine list features only domestic wines. read more

Call to make reservations! We didn't know and we just showed up, had to wait about 5-10 mins to be seated at the bar. That was fun! Laura at the bar was wonderful, and accommodated every request we had! She treated us like we were regulars. The drinks were yummy. The food was just divine. Steak was cooked exactly how ordered, and the special dish was the best whitefish I've ever had. The crème brûlée was also the best I've ever had. I was savoring every.single.bite. Don't pass up this place. I don't care how far you have to drive. read more

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I got take out for the first time. It was delicious and very quick! Staff was friendly and helpful on the phone. I'll definitely try it again. read more

First time I've been here and it was awesome! Excellent service, atmosphere and the food was so delicious! Will be back again for sure!!

When our party of two came in an hour before close, I felt regret for not booking a reservation as I sheepishly asked if they could seat us. Not only were we given a dining room table, but we were treated to impeccable service and amazing food. We witnessed the chef interacting with guests in ways that reaffirmed that everyone in that establishment put immense care into providing a memorable dining experience. Bold is gem that a made couple of high school sweethearts feel truly special on their anniversary, and we will be singing its praises to everyone in the Kalamazoo area. read more

Outstanding meal. Every platter was delicious and the service was excellent. Be prepared for a $200 bill for two people with a bottle of wine but with food like this you deserve to treat yourself. read more

Both the food and service are exceptional. The Mahi is delicious! The chocolate cake, divine!

Outstanding service, from our waiter all the way up to the manager. It seemed as though the drinks were there in an instant, perfectly balanced and very tasty. The most tender filet I've had in years, seasoned and succulent. Fantastic seafood and sides. Together the staff made our 25th Anniversary a night we will never forget. They touched our hearts. read more

Bold is, in my opinion, the finest dining in the Portage area by a wide margin. I have always enjoyed the casual yet very fine dining experience outclassed only by the quality of the food they serve. Their regular menu is full of excellent choices and their nightly specials are even more enticing. read more

Seafood was pretty good. I assume the salmon was frozen. In spite of that it was seasoned well. Wish they had more Michigan wines

Delicious! Hard to beat the overall experience here. A must visit. Service was awesome. read more

Food was the best in the city. Service was great. Chef came out and was awesome. Can't wait to go back!

I have always loved Bold! When I first moved here years ago it was my go-to for a nice dinner out, but without having to be really fancy. The menu is constantly changing but the service is always excellent. The waitstaff treat you like royalty (in my opinion anyway)! Yes. It's on the pricier side but I think it's well worth it for a nice evening out! One thing I love, but that you have to know going in, is that they're not in a rush to feed you and get you out! First your server will come by to get your drink order, and only after your drinks are served will they ask if you're ready for a food menu. I'm always in a rush through life and I love knowing that I can come here and have a long relaxing dinner and not feel pressured to finish or give up my table to the next guests walking in! Always always ask for their specials!! The chef will sometimes make specials based on what he has in the kitchen and they're always fabulous! Today's small plate special was a whitefish pan seared and served over squash/zucchini with some delicious creamy dill sauce (oops I didn't listen that carefully to my server!). I could have eaten 5 of these they were that good!! Another favorite of mine is the wedge salad. They have a spicy or not spicy option for the dressing and seeing as I don't like spice I ask for non-spicy. The bacon is house made and the blue cheese on it - best salad hands down!! read more

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How unfortunate. We nice very nearby and had heard nice things about this restaurant. Suffice it to say I was highly disappointed. We had a friend show up to join us for a drink and they would not accommodate. Told us the other tables won't opening were double booked. No one sat at them for remainder of the night. It was not only rude it was extremely unprofessional. So, while my dinner was tasty, I won't return to this restaurant. read more

I just can't. During the height of covid, I saw for myself, and heard from many close friends, many, many instances of Bold staff not wearing masks, not taking the pandemic seriously. I used to love Bold but this pandemic is serious stuff and 700,000 deaths in 18 months is real and I have a hard time supporting businesses who did not seem to protect everyone. Bold, I hope you show me in the future that you care about the entire community. I know masks aren't fun but they really are not that big of a deal when protecting our community from covid. read more

Ambiance is pretty good for the Texas corners, portage area. Service was pretty excellent and on par with what you would expect of a fancy restaurant. Some food items are more excellent than others, but overall it is worth the price and experiences A good spot to treat yourself for when something special. Drinks are also super good! read more

I wasn't very exited to go here because of the seemingly very limited menu, but oh my gosh the food is amazing. The food is rich and flavorful and comes as a nicely sized portion. Everyone enjoyed everything they got, and it's evident that high quality ingredients are used. The restaurant is beautiful as well and it's such a fancy atmosphere. Surprisingly worth the price. read more

Great place, one of the nicest places to eat in town. The cocktail menu has distinctly browns and there are plenty of beautiful steak options. Steer clear of their wine-singles. read more

What a fantastic little place. They are closed on Mondays and it is packed on Tuesdays. We love the choice of small plates tapas stile or regular dishes. The options are always great. We already have reservations for next tuesday. We just love it here. read more

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Yes, yes, and more yes. Yes - we have lived back in the Kalamazoo area for almost nine years. Yes - we finally went to Bold for dinner. Yes - we feel very silly/dumb/etc for not having been there before now. The food was amazing and executed with precision. The complex flavors that the chef and kitchen staff developed were impressive. The cocktail list, while not expansive, hit on all the high points. The drinks were excellent. We will be going back and this time it won't take nine years. read more

Great place to have dinner in Kazoo. One of the best. I've eaten here several times and the food is outstanding. Iif I was being picky and had my way, I'd like to see a bigger dining room with more ambiance. It's very open and can be a tad noisy. It would be fabulous if it had some quiet little nooks where you could have a secluded feeling with you and your guest(s). Back to the food......a fabulous menu that never disappoints and their special features are always interesting and delicious. The drink menu has an extensive list of cocktails. I'd recommend the Bold martini. A mix of gin and vodka, shaken, not stirred. Topped off with some bleu cheese stuffed olives. The old fashioned is always excellent too. This place doesn't disappoint. read more

Bold - Filet feature. - New American Near Me - Kalamazoo, Michigan

Outstanding food with interesting combinations and great specials that highlight the quality and creativity. Service is always fantastic. The filet is UNBELIEVABLE with the whiskey peppercorn sauce, sautéed asparagus, and haystack onions. read more

Always have great meals when I go. Menu always impresses me, tough to decide among the options. Service is very friendly and efficient.

Ambiance is nice once inside. The night I was there, lots of confusion at the hostess station. I was overlooked and others seated that came in after me. Just strange. Small plates were good. Nice selection. The disappointment came when our waitress and hostess asked us to leave as our table was committed to another group. In all my travel experiences, this has never happened. Was told this is the owners "rule". Doubt I'll be back read more

Truly enjoyed our dining experience - we dined in the bar area - great service and the food was delicious! Main dining area was too bright for us - the bar surprisingly offered more of a intimate experience, which we preferred. Best to make reservations. read more

We had a very simple and relatively light meal. The portions were big for the small plates and salads so plenty of food. We both had salads I had the Caesar salad which included white anchovies. I love anchovies and they were very good. And my bride had the salad special including heirloom tomatoes mozzarella and balsamic glaze. This was a very good salad and very filling. We followed with some small plates, including the Panko crusted whitefish over asparagus. We also had the Brussel sprouts with bacon and onion. These first two small plates were excellent. We also had the goat cheese with Italian sausage in a tomato ragu. This one was fairly pedestrian. Great service, friendly staff and a nice mellow and relaxing atmosphere. read more

I cannot say enough wonderful things about the food, the staff and the ambience. Bold has some of the best tenderloin in town. It is a must if you want to treat yourself to an amazing meal! read more

Tried the steak tacos with wasabi sauce- the steak itself lacked seasoning & the wasabi sauce was just that- liquid wasabi there was no other flavor really. While both cooked well it left me wanting more. The Brussels however were out of this world delicious! read more

Bold - Steak tacos and Brussels - New American Near Me - Kalamazoo, Michigan

Literally everything I had was simply amazing. Between 4 of us we ordered 9 small plates and on top of that not thinking we ordered the on special filet and god was that amazing as well. We tried 3 different desserts to top it off. This is the next morning I am writing the review and I think I'm full for about 2 more days go to this spot! So glad our friends took us there since we were visitors from out of town. Will definitely come back to it read more

Been here twice, two years apart due to COVID. Both my wife and I have enjoyed it both times. Service was great, drinks, small plates, and desserts were all top notch in both flavor and different from what we've had elsewhere at other nice restaurants. It is a bit pricey - we had two drinks, two small plates, and two desserts and it was close to $100 after tip. read more