In terms of things to do in Grand Rapids, visiting House Rules nears the top of my list. I'm not a…read morebig beer drinker, so I had my doubts, but in addition to a half dozen fridges full of beer, they had plenty of non alcoholic drinks, as well as hard ciders, seltzers, and canned cocktails. Many brands were local that I'd never heard of before, and it was fun to experiment and try new things. Their food menu honestly shocked me with how tasty everything was. For a board game bar, I usually expect food to take a back seat or be phoned in, but everything was delicious! I had to try the elote deviled eggs, which was a combo I had never considered but I'm so glad someone did! I also got the truffle mac and cheese and a house salad. Both were excellent! The board game selection was extensive, with old favorites and hidden gems. If I'm ever back in the area, I'll be sure to stop in again!

My husband and I met some friends at House Rules. This is a great place where you can have a bite…read moreto eat, grab a drink, and play a game in a relaxed atmosphere. You pay for your table by the hour. You can pick from a wide range of games from their game library. You can also bring your own games or purchase one at the establishment. We played Chameleon while enjoying sandwiches and chicken tenders. The food was pretty good and made with local ingredients. You can order from a QR code on the table and the food is brought to your table. For dessert we ordered a cookie skillet. We had a good time at Hose Rules and highly recommend it.

Absolutely LOVE this bar. I take all of my friends here when they come to visit and it's always a…read moregreat time. It's a small space and the bartenders are SO GOOD. They have amazing cocktails that are exotic and they are always picture perfect. They also do mocktails and you can ask the bartenders to "surprise" you and they will do something off menu. If you love a bar that has a speakeasy vibe, this is the spot for you. No food here, but the pizza spot next door is super yum!

Stumbled upon this little speakeasy inside of a pizza place downtown. We almost walked past it but…read moresomeone directed us towards it. When you step inside it's dark, quaint and has a sexy vibe to it. Very limited seating with a small bar and back room that's beautifully decorated. We both got "my girl" and that drink was delightful and refreshing. Noise level was moderate but we could still talk. Had a nice time with my bff but I could see it being a great first date spot!

I stopped by for one of their trivia nights, and overall it was a decent experience. We got there a…read morelittle early hoping to grab a couple of drinks and some appetizers before the event started, but we were surprised to find out that they only serve drinks (which was on us). We ended up heading across the street to eat before coming back for trivia, which worked out at least. The drink prices were fair for what you get, and the trivia event itself was a fun way to spend the evening. If you're just looking for a place to have a drink and enjoy an event, it's worth checking out.

Came for the most amazing performance by comedian, Alok!…read more The Pyramid Scheme is a fun retro take on a dive bar known for their great shows, pinball machines and (somewhat) reasonably priced drinks. The staff may seem rough on the outer edges, but they are all actually teddy bears once you get to know them. Usually shows are standing room only, which is a drag if you are old like me and opt not to wear orthotics. Luckily, the 9 pm encore show was seated. My old bones appreciated this. Now look below as I'm fangirling in the attached photos! I absolutely adore Alok and their courage to humorously challenge the gender binary and systematically poke holes in the patriarchal system that comprises The USA.

We came in on Saturday night, 7/25/26 around 5:30pm before going to a concert at Acrisure. We…read moredidn't have a reservation but fortunately there was room at the bar - which is our preferred seating spot anyway. I was surprised at how long it took for the 2 hosts to greet us - as we were standing directly in front of them. They were talking to one another, and it was probably work related, but to just stand there staring at them for a couple minutes while they ignored us was awkward. When they finally talked to us they weren't very friendly. Anyway, we made our way to the bar and it was full except for 3 seats. I think the bartender waiting on us was new. He seemed like he was pretty overwhelmed/in the weeds. He greeted us quickly and brought us waters when he did, which I appreciated. I ordered a Blackeberry Bourbon Sour and my Mr had Paloma Nuestra. We both enjoyed our drinks they were refreshing and well crafted. For dinner I had a really hard time deciding! I wanted to try so many things! Our bartender said his favorite thing in the menu is the chicken and rice bowl. That was something I was considering and decided to go with that. Excellent recommendation! The chicken was flavorful and so tender. The hot peppers were a nice touch. There was a lot of food too! I couldn't finish it all. Mr had the hanger steak that was served with mushroom and asparagus risotto. He said the risotto was the best he's ever had, and I agree. The asparagus was perfectly cooked and so was the steak. The space is really nice, felt intimate without being overcrowded. We are looking forward to coming back!

Ambiance was great and service pretty good. The food was awesome! Chicken sandwich is on point…read more With sweet and spicy slaw/sauce. Smash burger was out of this world! Great spot before a concert at the Intersection.

This has become one of my favorite bars in town. Casual, gay, fun, good drinks, good prices. My…read morecurrent favorite drink is the guava vodka with sprite, but they have a full bar so you can get whatever you're craving. There is always good music playing and music videos on the TVs. This is a very inclusive and welcoming bar with about 5 booths and bar seating and it can fill up fast on the weekend nights. Park on the street downtown, walk, or take public transportation-no parking lot. They don't have a food menu, but they do have popcorn.

Always a fun vibe. Music and videos playing. Great pour on the drinks. Bartenders and always…read moresmiling and popcorn always popping!

We did a brew tour here, that was absolutely fantastic! Our guide was super knowledgeable and had…read morefun stories as well as all the fun facts about the history, production, and restaurant that Founder's Brewing is today. The tour felt intimate and personal the production looked top tier, immaculate. We also got to sample as much beer as we wanted for the duration of the tour! The Green Zebra, a watermelon sour was my favorite. We had a couple apps after our tour. The hummus with veggies was a nice light snack on a hot day. The cheese curds were to die for! Lightly crunchy on the outside and super cheesy in the inside. If you are in the area, I definitely recommend coming here! They have several different bars, drinks of all kinds, and tons of patio space outside as well. If you are able to book a tour, it's worth it!

Bang for your buck: 9/10 Quality: 10/10…read moreService: 10/10 Ambiance/Location: 10/10 Overall: 10/10

We were in from out of town and looking for something to do near our hotel…read more Looks small when you first walk in, but is a great time! The workers were very friendly and drinks were good. There are also free games in the back area.

why is every single draft beer $8? a 4.2% Cerveza Delray? $8. Two Hearted? $8. Founder's Golden…read moreAle? $8. Founder's is literally brewed right down the street. This is Michigan. Give me something on draft for less than $9 (after tip) please. I'm certainly not paying for the ambience on Ionia either. Do better.

Fun place to go on a night out with friends! Drinks can be expensive but the dj always plays great…read moresongs!

Good wait staff, but this is NOT and Irish pub. Bad pints (no Guinness glasses), no fish and chips,…read morerap music on the aux. Shame to name it after Dublin.

HopCat is truly such a gem of a restaurant and holds such a special place in my heart. Eating here…read morereally brought out all of the nostalgia. From the pretzel bites (a true classic) to the infamous crack fries, I was in heaven. The caesar wrap was new to me, personally, but the burger was just as incredible as I remembered. The wrap was the perfect lunch, and all of the food was full of tremendous flavor. The waiter was very kind, attentive, and accommodating. I appreciate her changing the TV station for us. HopCat is such a fun, unique restaurant, with the interior being so classic. I had never been to the Grand Rapids location before, but upon immediately walking, you know exactly where you are. The memories, of HopCat in general, come flooding back, and it is the best feeling ever!

Fun place with lots of beer choices. Excellent attentive service and we were allowed to ask for a…read morefew samples. They do not serve any domestic beers. Just their own kind.

This is probably the best Tiki place I've ever been to! So many treasures of decor in one place…read more You are welcomed by the vibe right upon entering. Friendly service. The dining area has main floor seating & little cubbie rooms to sit in. Each has its own Tiki theme. We ordered drinks off the extensive menu. Delicious & decked out with garnishes. We had the chicken satay & a cheesy dip with grilled bread to eat. Both were great. The bathrooms are located downstairs. The upstairs wasn't open for dining, but they let us look around at the decor. So many Tiki mugs! An amazing fish tank too. This place is a gem.

The food was good, limited options, definitely on the pricy side of grand rapids. Be careful if you…read morecan't handle spice as the wings and spicy tuna roll were very spicy. The food came out not as hot as I would have liked but overall I would come back. Ambiance is very moody, tiki vibe is cool but it is very dark in there. Service was good, standard service.