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    Custom drink Marcus made me!
    Jess W.

    My experience at Divani was amazing. Very cute vibe when we came it. We had a reservation so our table was ready with water when we arrived. The bar tender Marcus was AMAZING, the bar menu was super unique and Marcus even made me some custom drinks. I had calamari, Caesar salad and shrimp bisque. Others in my party had lasagna, pork shank and and a burger. Everyone agreed the food was fantastic. We also had the bourbon peach foster and OMG just get it. Zero regrets. Can't wait to come back.

    Sabrina H.

    The ambience was fantastic. We shared the risotto and had mock tails. My drink had glitter in it. The prices seem reasonable.

    Andrea M.

    What a great spot! It was smaller than we expected so we were very glad we made reservations. It's such a vibe once you walk in, dim and moody, perfect place for a date night! The cocktails were the stars for us. Mark spoke to us as if we were buddies and asked what we liked to make drinks specifically for us. We had 2 curated cocktails each then shots and would do it again! The flavors and freshness of the cocktails were unlike any other place in Grand Rapids. We loved our entrees; the risotto and lasagne were both amazing however the calamari was just ok, it lacked flavor but the dipping marinara helped with the taste. The portion sizes for the meals were perfect dinner portions and the flavors were delicious; not sure if everything is made fresh from stretch but it sure taste as if it was. This is a perfect place for food or drinks or both, we will return!

    Scottish Salmon
    Pam W.

    An amazing dinner is all I have to say. We made a quick weekend trip to Grand Rapids to see Hamilton recently. Our tickets were for the matinee, which I prefer as I then can enjoy a nice leisurely dinner afterwards. I knew it would be tough finding a nice restaurant near DeVos with Hamilton in town, but we lucked out with using OpenTable to book a table for two at Divani. It was an easy walk through the skywalks from DeVos to VanAndel where we exited. We asked a ticket scalper who was trying to sell extra tickets to the hockey game to point us in the direction of Ionia St.. The restaurant basically sits behind the VanAndel Center. Walking in I knew immediately I made the best decision. Divani is in an old building beautifully restored and decorated. We were seated immediately, which I'm glad we made reservations as the couple ahead of us were told it would be 45 minutes before they could be seated. Our waiter was spot on. Our glasses of wine were brought out quickly and he was very knowledgeable on the menu. The menu is not large, but that is fine with me. I knew I wanted the Scottish Salmon the moment our waiter said it was the dinner special. I was in heaven with my first bite. D had their lasagna, which he said was delicious. What an incredible restaurant and dining experience that made our weekend in Grand Rapids extra special.

    Beautiful glasses for water
    Denisse V.

    My favorite thing about Divani is the ambiance! If you're looking for a low key, quiet classy place, please check them out. The minute you walk in, you forget you're in GR, at least I did! The light fixtures and design are modern and swanky. I especially loved the bar and the open wine cellar look. There were a few spots for a nice dinner for two, which seemed very cozy and romantic. For those of you who are brave enough to go out to dinner on Valentines day, Divani would be a great choice. I went with a few friends and I sampled : Bone Marrow- Served with toasted baguette and a salty, garlic/horse radish side that was a little overpowering for me. Maybe I over did it, but when I topped my bone marrow with it, well it punched me in the face. It wasn't a bad flavor, you just need to go easy. The bone marrow was rich and tasty. Lasagna- Huge portion! If you're not a heavy carb eater like moi, you can share this and easily feel satisfied. You'll enjoy the multiple layers of marinara & spicy sausage. It was very cheesy and very good. I stole a few bites from my friend, I had to control myself lol. Korean BBQ Ribs- Delicious! Perfectly executed flavors and textures here. The ribs were fall off the bone, rich and chard all at the same time. I especially enjoyed the play on textures/temperatures with this entree. The ribs are served hot, but then you have cold noodles and ginger....but then you have a warm, huge, slice of corn bread. The corn bread was buttery and crumbly. I enjoyed this very much. We also had a few cocktails. I had a glass of Argento Malbec ($9) and the Corpse Reviver ($12). Yes, both pricey but typical upscale price range, given the quality. I really enjoyed the service and the vibe. I'll definitely be back. SYOY!

    Charcuterie & Cheese
    Zulika S.

    A few girlfriends and I went on Saturday night for a "going away" dinner. We made reservations ahead of time. Honestly, everything was amazing!!!!! From the service to the food, I highly recommend this restaurant. I forgot my mask in my car, was wearing heels, and had parked far. The host at the front offered me one so I wouldn't have to walk all the way back. That was so sweet of her! Our server gave us the best experience. She was so kind and I wish I could remember her name. All the employees were so down to earth and our bartender Marcus made us such cool drinks. I highly recommend you try this restaurant when you're in GR. They're currently only open on weekends due to Covid but make your reservations ahead of time!

    Divani Burger

    The service at the place was amazing! The waiter and hostess were lovely. The only negative thing I would say is that I got the Divani Burger with fries and both were salty. The fries were more salty than the burger but just something to keep in mind if you want the burger. My boyfriend got the blackened Salmon and that was quite divine. The vegetables on the plate with it were spicy but very delicious. Presentation of the food was great. It came out and looked so good. My eyes ate more than my stomach could. If you are looking for low lighting this is the place for you. I can see everything pretty well but there are about 4 overhead lights in the whole place.

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    Great food and ambience! I would recommend this place to anyone that is looking for great food to take your partner on a nice dinner date.

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    Incredible service and food each time we've dined! We also live that we are supporting a female owned business!

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    Well worth it. Atmosphere and food are amazing.location with construction in the area is a challenge.

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    The food was not good. The burger, scallops, melon salad, and steak were all not good. There was not an acceptable meal in my entire group.

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    Ask the Community - Divani

    Take reservations for two on weekends for special occasions?

    Any dance floor?

    Depending on the size and set-up of the room, we can make a dance floor. Feel free to call or email our event coordinator, Wendy, for more details - 616-774-9430 | wendy@divanigr.com

    Does this place have live music?

    Never have the times I have been there....which is over 10 times. It is more a place to go eat and have conversation...a very good place to eat and have conversation.

    Does this place have margaritas?

    I'm sure they can make one. They have a full bar.

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    My friend and I popped in the other night to warm up for snacks and bubbles and had a lovely time!…read moreWe sat at the bar and ordered some burrata while sipping on a glass of the brut. It was fairly quiet but the staff was friendly and the vibes inside were so filled with holiday cheer! I love how they decorate the space and you can purchase little things to go and just enjoy time with your friends, whether it's for a fancy girls night or just having a chill night out. Whatever your vibe is, Pursuit of Happiness is a wonderful woman owned business that I love to support! It's kind of tucked away from the bustle of the street, but you can easily find some off street parking around the corner in a lot or find some street parking pretty easily, which is really nice. I always forget this place is here but I always enjoy it when I come back! I need to keep it in my rotation and come back more often! The vibes are just too good.

    Pursuit of Happiness Co is the girl she says she is!…read more The atmosphere is modern, chic, and makes me want to hang around for hours. I was personally impressed mostly by the Spritz menu. The cherry spritz, mama I dream of it still . My only qualm is that I am a stickler for good glassware ~ I would like to see the beverages with a stem. And based on the aesthetic I know the owner could find some classic glassware. We need more places like this in GR, and I need more POH in my LIFE.

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    I tried this restaurant out with a friend for lunch on a Saturday one weekend and it was great!…read moreThis is the perfect spot for a friend date, real date, etc etc! The service was a tiny bit slow but we were not in a time crunch so it wasn't really a big deal. I had a glass of wine and my friend and I split an appetizer, a charcuterie board, and the Parisian sandwich. Their menu is seasonal but I think the sandwiches stay pretty consistently. Everything was really good and high quality. I especially loved the sandwich. Truly similar to the same sandwiches you can get everywhere in Paris. The charcuterie board was yummy with unique choices! Everything paired pretty well. I would definitely come back here to try more menu options and wine :)

    I've been so excited for Sav Sav by Squibb to open in the former Aperitivo space in the Downtown…read moreMarket. I'm a big Squibb fan and it's great to see them utilizing this space to serve drinks, coffee, and small plates, as well as cheese to go and other fun items for sale in their market. It's a one stop shop for a perfect picnic! Nate and I stopped by on their first day open and ordered the Parisian, heirloom tomato and burrata, and the mini charcuterie board. If you liked Aperitivo, you'll love Sav Sav. Everything we ate was delicious, but we both loved the tomato and burrata small plate the most. It was bursting with flavor and was nicely balanced between savory and sweet. I also really loved the Parisian and want to try the other sandwich options. I'm excited to see how their concept evolves! The little market area is super cute and they have lots of tinned fish, cookbooks, wine, snacks, and more. This will be a go-to spot for me in the Downtown Market.

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