Absolutely loved our experience at SidebarGR -- hands down the best speakeasy in Grand Rapids! From…read morethe moment you step in, you're transported to a cozy, classy hideaway that feels both exclusive and inviting. What really stood out was the bartending -- not just the skill, but the passion. After hearing the bartender's take on the Old Fashioned, I let him make it his way -- and it might be one of the best I've had. Balanced, bold, and beautifully smooth. Two of my friends described what they were in the mood for, and the bartender crafted custom cocktails for each of them -- both drinks were spot on and had them raving the rest of the night. If you're in Grand Rapids and want a cocktail experience that goes beyond the ordinary, SidebarGR is a must. Expert mixology, great atmosphere, and personalized service that makes you feel like a regular -- even on your first visit.

I've known about this bar for a while but finally went for the first time recently and it wasn't…read morefull! To find the entrance, go down the stairs towards Big O's Pizza and instead of turning right, take a left and you will see Sidebar's subtle entrance. It's dim lit and quite cozy in there. Limited seating and some spots at the bar were open and we took a seat up there. We did notice to the right of the bar there is a small additional area with more seating but still not a lot. I really enjoyed the espresso martini from here. The drink was so smooth and had the perfect balance of flavors. Highly recommend. We only stayed for one drink but I would definitely come back for another sometime. The bartenders were also really kind and having a good time with everyone in there! Really loved the atmosphere and our experience while we were there.

Such a cool cocktail bar with a fun vibe! It's in the perfect location on bridge street right next…read moreto so many other good restaurants and bars. I like coming here for post dinner drinks because the cocktails are truly an experience here! The service has always been great and they're very patient whenever me or my friends ask what certain things ar ein a cocktail.

The most unique selection of cocktails I've encountered on a menu! My husband had the cornbread old…read morefashioned & loved it. I'm partial to coconut but wanted something different so I ordered the Ethiopian Colada. WOW! Such a unique blend of flavors. I felt like I was drinking a delicious sweet curry. Waitstaff was incredible on the snowy night before Thanksgiving- three different servers kept our water topped off and drinks coming. A great place to chill out while we waited for our dinner reservation across the street. So cozy- much preferable to a loud, crowded bar. This is a place to cozy up in a corner with old friends or a date and savor the cocktails. Get the chips and onion dip if you are munch!

I went to meet a friend for happy hour and given the sunshine that day, we decided to opt for…read moreBroadleaf on Bridge Street. Parking is per usual, all street parking or if you want to use their parking lot and use an app (not Motu like the rest of the city), you can do that. The entrance is shared with multiple other businesses and it's downstairs. It's all counter service so if you're sitting outside, you have to go inside to get your drink, bring it outside to enjoy, which is more of an inconvenience than a deal breaker. I still enjoyed the drinks (I got the margarita flight) and appreciated the appeal. They're definitely tequila forward, which I appreciate, so I'd order a marg again! Probably sticking with the classic but you can't really go wrong with that. I think you can order tacos for food and snacks, but do hope they consider bringing the service outside as the summer months come in full swing!

Really good white people tacos for La Verdad Mexicano prices. Will be returning!!! Really good food…read morefor the price. BIG PORTIONS!

Great ambiance, delicious food, and really good service. The filet mignon was cooked perfectly as…read morewas the potato gratins. Great overall dining experience

Finally got a seat at the bar! This place is always packed. They take reservations but not for one…read moreperson. Bar seating is first come first served so I went right after work and got there about 4:45. There were a ton of seats open at the bar. A friend met me at 5pm. We were seated with Fin, the bartender. He was awesome- very attentive but not overbearing. I could tell when he was coming by to peek in on us but he never interrupted our conversation. He would glance over and check our drinks and pause, and then keep moving. I'm sure if I was alone he would've provided me with some banter, he seems nice enough. He recommended a cocktail - The Last Word. I've had one before and this one did not disappoint. The other drinks I had were the espresso martini and the New York sour- both favorites of mine and done very well by Fin. I love that this bar uses frosty glasses for their cocktails. It's a nice touch. I had to have the Wagyu meatballs. They're mentioned in many reviews and people at work agreed they're a must have. My friend wasn't very hungry so I ate 5 out of the 6 haha. The bread that comes w it is a focaccia that is his divine! I thought it was deep fried but it's just soaked in oil and then heated on the griddle. The meatballs are Wagyu 75/25 so kinda fatty but so smooth. They are served with a marinara sauce and ricotta. So good. Would get this again. The menu looks awesome but we were just there for drinks and snacks. Next time I'll make a reservation (Resy) and have dinner. Parking is typically awful. No valet. Bathrooms are multi sex unistalls, clean. The restaurant is noisy- maybe not a great first date spot. Seemed to be a lot of well to do people in the restaurant, based on the outfits and accessories I saw. Might be a place to meet someone new if it wasn't so loud and incredibly busy. It's hard to get a table during dinner hours especially if the weather is perfect. But try your best to get in. They do take walk ins and it's worth an hour wait.

One of the best cocktail bars in town in my opinion! I have been there more times than I can count…read moreand I've always had a great experience and great drinks! They have a secret menu where you can get a dice and roll to try all of their drinks and once you try all of them you can name a drink on their menu - cool concept! One of my favorite parts is the unique glasses that they use to display the drinks. It's a swanky cocktail lounge vibe with a nice big patio that is perfect for Michigan summers.

It was a sunny, warm day so we were looking for a patio to enjoy the weather and have a cocktail…read moreand found less traveled. Their outdoor space is great, lots of seating and in a great part of cherry street (ice cream shop right across the street was tempting!). We were seated right away and our server was super helpful with my many questions and gave us some great recommendations and walked us through the menu because there are quite a lot of options and can be kind of intimidating. We had the Midwest old fashioned and a raspberry Tom Collin's, which I believe is a seasonal drink. They do have rotating menus, so it gives you something new to come back for. Good option for a pre-dinner cocktail.

Worth the drive for good cocktails! This is an amazing side of Grand Rapids!…read more Fun, industrial-esque distillery with good food and amazing drinks! There are surface lots within walking distance and street parking available. The front door is on the side of the building and offers an accessible ramp. The dim lit spot offers ambient lighting and welcoming vibes. The service was quick and attentive, can't wait until our next visit!

We finally made it into Long Road Distillers after moving into the neighborhood a couple of months…read moreago and we loved it!! Ut had a nice vibe with a lot of fairy lights. It wasn't busy for a Friday night which surprised me given the quality of the food, drinks, and service we received. We got the espresso martini flight which was amazing and we also got their P.S I Love You cocktail which was just as good. I had their mac and cheese with added chicken and it was excellent!! We'll definitely be returning because they have great HH deals and we also live within walking distance!!

Fellow Yelper Karsen told us to try the Dashi back here, so we decided to stop by on a whim this…read morepast Saturday to try it out. Pork broth might sound weird as a chaser for whiskey, but the saltiness of the broth works much like the sourness of a pickle back - it completely takes away the bite of the alcohol! It is also served warm, perfect for a chilly day. We ordered a total of 26 dashi/pickle back shots lolololol. Shout out to Rachel; a true girls girl; the sweetest bartender that made our experience all the better! Thank you for dealing with our loudness and shenanigans!

Service: RACHEL!!! She is the best bartender. Very down to Earth and attentive. Love her vibe. She…read moremade the experience special for us. Food: we had the Dashi shots and then the same whiskey with pickle back. Rachel gave us some pickles as well. Ambiance: love this small 'speak easy' vibe spirits bar. They are connected to a larger brewery 7 monks. The bar itself is cozy with a relaxed and sophisticated atmosphere. Can't wait to go back next time I'm in town and see Rachel!!

Tried out Nightwatch Lounge for the first time!…read more The interior of this place was gorgeous and dim lit! I loved how cozy and nice the seating area was. We were the first ones there on a Thursday night and the host was very kind and so were both bartenders. Looked through the menu and ordered their espresso martini and also the old fashioned. Both drinks were on the pricier side but well worth it. My espresso martini went down easy. I would definitely come back for a drink or two with friends or a good spot for a date :)

Loveeeee this place! I'm a sucker for a good cocktail bar and this is a great one! Excellent…read moreservice with a great drink selection. Cozy and cute but enough space for larger groups. Weekends do get busy though so try to make a reservation if possible!

My first experience here, I have to say it was top notch! Our server was really good, had a wry…read moresense of humor, and didn't forget a THING. I had a chicken garden salad with French dressing, it was a good size, the other five people had various dishes that all looked tasty. I really liked the way the place was laid out, dark woods, cozy. My only complaint would be the old-fashioned I ordered, it was pretty small for $15 bucks. I guess I should know better trying to get a mixed drink in a restaurant these days. I switched to an IPA that came in a pint glass, cold and yummy, I had two. We will be back!!

Braised brisket my first try food and new old fashion was great…read moreService not so Upon return shared 65.00 bill 11.00 tip was happy hour and not honored still kit honored and bar tender flagrant new old fashion Red flags No return no service no drink Socialistic establish discrimination

Sports, tv, music, games, atmosphere, Silva kinda has it all! Bocce pool darts?yes yes yes! Food…read morewas really good. Loved the serendipity app. Service was fun and unique.

A super fun environment to be in, even just to have a drinkz however the brunch menu didn't…read moredisappoint. Almost everyone walked away full. The eggs Benedict was my favorite and as a Caesar salad addict the Caesar avocado toast was my favorite. They make a good Aperol spritz and the espresso old fashioned was a favorite for the group. We loved the entertainment. The singers were phenomenal and they included us in the dancing. We're already planning our next outing!