Butcher's Union will always be one of my favorite go-to's. They consistently have amazing food and…read moregreat service. Now that they take reservations online and not just in person, it's so much easier to get a seat! Every time family or friends visit in town this is our first stop. The decor and ambiance is top tier and I wish there were more like it in GR! I highly recommend for a date night or nicer dinner out since it is a nicer place and the prices reflect that somewhat. My favorites are the whipped feta, wagyu sirloin, and the Daisy Du cocktail. For dessert, the bourbon apple crisp and chocolate mouse cake are incredible. But you truly can't go wrong with anything on the menu!

Hype is REAL around Butcher's Union. Came here to visit a friend who just moved into the area! The…read moreambience is very vibey - reminds me of a big city spot specifically DC for whatever reason, ha. I felt like had to try THE burger (BU butcher's beef blend, cheddar, caramelized onions, spicy pickles, creamy aioli, griddled brioche). This ate like a fancy Big Mac - and I mean that in the most complimentary way. So tasty! I, of course, had to add the hand cut fries. These were done VERY well. Also, they had a very SOLID spicy bloody mary. So why only 4 stars then? Welp, best burger in the state still goes to Ricewood (Friday & Saturday only!) - that smoked brisket burger is dang good. I'd come back to BU to try other items and enjoy their patio. Reservations can be made on OpenTable.

Our server Emily B was great, will definitely be back! Lunch was delicious, and the ambiance was…read morevery chill.

I arrived at open because I know in other states Tupelo Honey will fill up quickly. Plenty of…read moreseating at bar, high chairs, low and booths. Service was fast and efficient. They offered contactless payment and other options. The food was amazing. I had the chicken and waffles... the spicy option and was in Heaven. I also had the lavender honey latte. I had to get ready for work..... but it kept me full all day. I'll definitely be back. Loved it.

Great food and drinks with a great energy. Service is good but sometimes it may take a while in the…read morebusier times.

Ive tried 123 a handful of times now, usually when family comes into town, its easy and it has…read moresomething for everyone on the menu. My usual is the 123 burger, the dill aoili they put on the burger is great. The meat they use taste high quality. Their fries are mid at best, especially if you get them for takeout. Overall the food is a very typical burger, nothing special. It does the job for a lunch or dinner spot but im never aren't particularly excited to go back.

Delicious! Will order again!…read more Walked in and ordered food to-go on Thursday night. Ready in 15 minutes. Ordered fried Gyoza (beef or chicken option). I did not eat these but my daughter loved them. The Dduk Guk (rice cake soup in bone broth) with Kimchi Mandoo (can get kimchi or beef dumpling) - was so comforting like a hug in a bowl. The dumplings were huge (2 in the order), and I liked how the spices in the dumpling mixed into the bone broth when you broke open the dumpling. There were also thinly sliced fried egg strips and green onion. I'm sensitive to too much salt and it was perfectly seasoned with salt and a little black pepper. The sampling of sides were a perfect addition. I can't wait to order again!

I love Korean food, so I was excited to learn that Haludam was opening. I have dined in a couple of…read moretimes since they opened and everything I've had is really delicious. I like that they have dishes that you don't often see elsewhere, like one of my favorites--dduk mandoo soup! This is traditionally eaten on New Year, so I was excited to get some on New Year's Eve. The soup is made with a clear beef broth, chewy rice cakes (dduk), and dumplings (you can choose pork or kimchi). The portion is generous and I've had leftovers both times I've ordered it. The broth is savory and warming, and the dumplings and rice cakes are tender and chewy. It's such a great winter weather dish. I've also tried their seafood pancake, spicy pork, gimmari (deep fried seaweed rolls), kalbi, and kimchi jjigae. The banchan (side dishes that come with entrees) are varied and tasty (I particularly love the japchae, a noodle dish with veggies). Service has been great both times I've dined in and I'm really looking forward to trying more of the menu.

It was so busy, so we got sat at the bar. The food was amazing and our bartender/server was very…read morekind and genuine. Would recommend!

Food was absolutely amazing, we ordered the crunchy roll and that was probably the best sushi I've…read moreever had (coming from someone who doesn't even particularly enjoy seafood) but we ate every last bit. Also got the steak hibachi which was cooked perfectly and super tender. Everything was so good, and the server was incredibly attentive 10/10

I cannot believe I never wrote a review for Otono because it's easily my favorite coffee shop in…read moreGR. I've been going since late 2022/early 2023, back when they were just a vintage shop (with a cute cat) at their old spot further down Division. I first came across them at a market and bought a shirt (still probably my favorite shirt in my collection) but at the time they were pretty under the radar, so I forgot the name. Almost a year later, an old friend complimented that same shirt, which led to me telling the whole story. I was like, "all I remember is they sold spoon rings," and said friend immediately goes, "sounds like Otono on Division." Ofc I went there that weekend, and sure enough, that was them. Been a fan ever since. At this point, a good chunk of my wardrobe is from them. It's been really cool seeing how much they've grown and evolved, especially with the addition of the café. I think it's such a hit and fits their vibe perfectly. The owners are also super personable and the staff are always kind. I added a few pics from past visits, but I definitely recommend checking them out. And if you get lucky, they sometimes have cookies and other treats from Cou Cou Bakehouse when there are leftovers from her pop-ups!

coffee shop meets vintage clothing store - otono is unique. good drinks. great lighting. cool…read moreclothes. we've been to otono a few times now. it's very spacious and it's a great place to work from. i've had a few vanilla matchas. it's not my favorite in GR but it's good. recently though, i tried the strawberry rhubarb matcha and the strawberry cold foam was heavenly. the overnight oats are vegan and feature crisp apple chunks and cacao nibs. clothes are super easy to try on. it's no hassle to pop into a changing space. i even found a cool pair of pants during my last visit.

I absolutely love Little Bird's smashburger and I will die on this hill. It's probably one of the…read morebest burgers (if not the best) dine-in burger in GR and I will constantly come back for this over and over. My boyfriend and I stumbled in during happy hour and were happy to grab some cheap drinks, but the main event was the burger! We typically like sitting at the bar as well and chat with the bartender who was absolutely lovely! The dirty martini was okay but I will definitely order something else next time as the olives just didn't hit for me. It's a quaint and quiet spot - you can read that as intimate - since it's not loud or rowdy, so if you want a really sweet date spot, feel free to check this one out! Otherwise, you can just go and have a casual, delicious dinner. Parking is limited with the street parking and it being so close to Monroe Center but you shouldn't have a terrible time finding something, even if requires a parking ramp vs street parking. I'd just recommend a reservation if you are going on a weekend or don't want to wait/sit at the bar!

I am plant based vegan and anytime I plan to go to a restaurant that is not solely 100% vegan, I…read morelook to see what vegan options are offered. This was my first time at at Little Bird and it definitely did not disappoint. However, I now see why it's called Little Bird because the inside is definitely small but that just adds to the ambiance. My husband and I came here for brunch on a Saturday because it's a place we both can eat at (he's not vegan). When we walked in the restaurant was bustling and packed, but we got seated right away by the door which was cool because we could people watch. Our server greeted us immediately and filled our glasses with water. She was nice and answered all of our questions. I must say that I was pleasantly surprised with my brunch choices which were the soup of the day, a lentil curry, pumpkin seed combo with tons of good seasoning and cilantro on top...it was soooo good and vegan friendly! For my entree I got the tofu sandwich with the most amazing side salad that had this lemon dressing that set it off right! I could have just had a plate of the salad! Although the tofu sandwich was good, it was a bit on the salty side for my taste, but I still enjoyed it. I would definitely recommend this place for vegan options and I'd come back. Just be aware they don't take reservations for brunch and it's pretty loud, but it's a really cute establishment and I was pleased with the food and service. Give it a try!!!

Noodlepig was a great experience! The noodles are homemade and in a very tasty sauce/soup…read more Everything was hot coming out to our table and we especially enjoyed the shrimp that came with a very well crafted sauce. We ordered the house special bowl with pork belly and added the egg. The jammy egg was done to perfection. Their french fries were also out of this world with a great spice mix on them. Our son who is gluten-free was able to enjoy some gluten-free noodles on his bowl as well. We were surprised to learn that it is not part of a chain as it was. The interior was so cute and well done.

I can't believe I haven't written a review for Noodlepig yet because I've been here a handful of…read moretimes and always have a great experience. I've had three different ramens and tried bites of many others (my friends' food, haha) and have really enjoyed them all! My favorite is the Kare curry. The flavor is rich, well-balanced, and just dang good! I always forget to ask for no green onions as I think they put too much in, but that's on me. I usually order my ramen with tofu but today I decided to try the fried chicken and I'll never go back. Perfectly fried, delicious breading. And the eggs, oh my goodness, you *must* add the eggs! They're like the most tasty thing ever. Umami and the perfect softness. They also have a big boba and drink menu (for adults too). Love this place!

This was my first time at KCM and the food was SO good! I had the spicy kimbap, and I can handle…read morespice fairly well, but this wasn't overly spicy (most people could definitely handle it, although there is a kick). I also tried my friend's cabbage salad with black sesame dressing- the dressing does not look appealing but is SHOCKINGLY good! I'm glad I was with someone who had been before, because it was a little confusing, but you go in and order and take a number, and they'll bring you your food. When you're done, leave all your plates and things on your table and return the number to the front area, and they'll know you're done and go clear the table. They also have self serve water and will give you a cup when you order!

So so so so good. One of my favorite spots to grab a quick lunch or dinner in EGR. It's a bit off…read morethe beaten path from the main shops and restaurants on Cherry, but better than any restaurant on Cherry. Inside isn't the most sanitary place, but food doesn't touch the ground. Hire Katsu Curry is my favorite. Comes with some pickled veggies and a cup of miso soup. Decent prices, food came out quickly, and is set up with lots of seating. Street parking isn't hard to find either.

This place has some very unique breakfast dishes mostly waffle based. We stopped in here with a…read moresmall group and were seated promptly. Our server was prompt and we ordered a few of the crazy fun dishes. I had the Love me tender dish which was a waffle with peanut butter, caramelized banana, bacon and a maple bourbon syrup. Oh my this was good. The rest of my group had amazing dishes as well and we had a great time. When in Grand Rapids, stop in here for a fun unique breakfast.

Any time is a good time for waffles. They're a vehicle for so many sweet and savory ingredients, in…read moremy opinion. So when my family and I were walking around downtown Grand Rapids and needed a place to eat breakfast, we popped into Social Misfits because their menu is basically 90% waffles. My kids love waffles. Every kid loves waffles. Waffles it is! This is a great restaurant for families (because ... waffles), but also a great restaurant for adults because they have a nice selection of creative cocktails in the evening, and coffee in the morning. Social Misfits is basically waffles, alcohol and caffeine, in that order. When we visited in the morning, the adults opted for coffee (really great black coffee!) and the kids both opted for the Little Lad, a waffle topped with strawberries, blueberries and chantilly cream (basically whipped cream, but a little sweeter and whipped a little longer). Both of my children ate most of their waffle, which is a big thing, considering they usually eat like birds. We also got the Son of a Biscuit, which was a garlic parmesan waffle topped with chicken sausage gravy and a fried egg. You could add fried chicken to the mix for an extra $6 (we did not). This one was fine, but the egg was way overcooked! Oh well. Lastly: We got the Ol' Blue Eyes, a waffle topped with blueberry compote, lemon curd, whipped ricotta and graham cracker crumbs. This one tasted amazing, but there was so much blueberry compote and lemon curd that it made the waffle a bit soggy. I think the chef was feeling generous with the toppings, but homie needed to hold back a tad. Sometimes, a little bit goes a long way! Fifty percent less gloppy stuff would have made this waffle dish 100% better. If you ain't really about that waffle life, then not to worry. Social Misfits also has a few "not waffles" items on the menu, like salads, sandwiches and a couple of bar snacks. But I think if you visit this restaurant, you need to just embrace waffles. There are more than a dozen different waffles on the menu. They're all fun and well-thought-out. Pick one and eat waffles for breakfast, lunch or dinner.