Stunning inside, now the ambiance is set to feel like every table has their own "date night" of sorts. Quiet, candlelight dinner is exactly what we wanted for my husband's birthday dinner, and that's exactly what we got! Delicious entrees, the sides and add-ons are worth it! read more

Mangiamo - Crab cakes and house bread - Italian Near Me - Grand Rapids, Michigan

We chose this restaurant expecting a more upscale dining experience based on the pricing, but unfortunately it fell short in several areas. I will address the positive things first. We were seated very promptly since we had a reservation. The outside of restaurant is beautiful and has a huge parking lot. The area where we were seated was really nice with windows all along the wall. And our appetizers- the dressed eggs and lobster ravioli were amazing!! One of the biggest issues was the number of gnats flying around our table throughout the meal. We constantly had to swat them away from our wine glasses, which made it difficult to relax and enjoy the evening. I understand the occasional gnat. But this was kind of ridiculous. The service was also disappointing. Our server mentioned that he had worked at the restaurant for quite some time, but he didn't seem very knowledgeable about the menu and wasn't able to answer questions confidently. He was also not very attentive, and we often had to wait longer than expected for check-ins. Our food came out quickly but the wine always took quite a while to come to the table. The food itself was good, but when you're paying fine-dining prices, you expect the entire experience--including the atmosphere and service--to match. I hope the restaurant addresses these issues because it has the potential to provide a much better dining experience. Also, I would skip the sea bass entree. I was not really impressed with it and wished that I had ordered a pasta dish. However the server helped me decide and chose the sea bass. I loved the atmosphere. I loved the decor. I loved the wine and appetizers. But everything else just did not impress me. Not for the amount of money we dropped on this meal. I doubt I will return. read more

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A fancy, prestigious, dark mansion that's perfect for a date spot. It's decently sized, but we had a reservation and is a bit pricey but the food and service were both great. All the food we got was amazing, everyone loved it and the dessert was just as great, especially the affogato! I had the pebble creek mushroom ravioli and added chicken, so good. All the dishes were decently size, we all left with to go boxes. read more

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The big historical house was a great place to celebrate our special day. We were looking forward to the fine dining experience. We were seated promptly and ordered drinks. The waiter pushed for us to order our entree before we were ready, and then, before we could finish our salads, the entree came out. I ordered the Wagyu beef which was excellent, but the horseradish sauce was iffy. I think that is what gave me the food poisoning I woke up in the night with. I had the 'creamy' polenta as a side that came with the meat. It certainly was cheesy, overly so. My husband did not get sick. I returned the email request for a review of the event within a day or two. I listed the food I had so they could identify the offending agent. No response. We have had many wonderful experiences at Gilmore restaurants; I don't think I will go back to Mangiamo. read more

Delicious. Just plain and simple. The oysters- delish. The melon and prosciutto? Amazing. But the lobster lasagna? Dear lord.. so good! Everything was amazing, including the service and the Vibes. read more

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Really beautiful inside since the renovation. The food was good with large portions. Bring your appetite! read more

Mangiamo - Italian Near Me - Grand Rapids, Michigan

Unfortunately, my experience was not a great one. I had made reservations for a group of 10, 3 months prior to the date. The ambiance is really nice and the old mansion is cool. The service by our waitress, Bailey, was awesome. But they could have given her some help. Appetizers were pretty good but the main dinner was clumsy. They brought out meals and forgot 2 dinners. I had to go talk to the Asst GM to find out what was going on. They had forgotten the meals and they didn't come out until everyone was actually finished with their meals. They provided free dessert but hy that time it was too late. The dinners were decent but some were only luke warm too. A high priced restaurant can't let that happen. read more

I don't know that I can do this review the justice it really deserves. Mangiamo was truly spectacular! The restaurant is an old mansion with quite an interesting history. The Mansion was originally a private residence built in 1872 and owned by a lumberman and his wife. Then it was turned into a Friary. It's been a couple different restaurants since the 1980s. There are banquet halls on the second and, I believe, third floors. They also had a giant tent on the grounds for out door events. I highly recommend reservations as they were very busy even for a week night. The Mansion is located in the middle of a neighborhood. I was worried about parking but have no fear. There is free on site parking. The grounds were beautiful and the mansion itself is exquisite! We had reservations for the Study which was small but beautiful with only a few tables. It has a romantic feel to it with huge gorgeous windows, soft lighting, and a giant fireplace. Our server was incredible. She took great care of us and helped us navigate our wine choices as well as the food menu. We decided on a bottle of Pinot Noir and started with, my favorite, muscles. I couldn't decide on white or red sauce so they split them for us. In the end the red sauce was our favorite. It was so flavorful. Delicious. We also chose the Lobster Thermidore and Beef Bolognese. I have never had Lobster Thermidore before and was absolutely delighted. My mouth is watering thinking about it. The portion sizes were enormous and we ended up with a big container of leftovers to enjoy the next day! After dinner we headed on down to the Mansions "dirty little secret"; A speakeasy called Mo's cocktail lounge. We also truly enjoyed ourselves there! Safe to say that I recommend this restaurant and I'll be back again! read more

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Beautiful atmosphere, relaxing almost like a "speakeasy ".Full bar up & cocktail lounge down stairs. Beef was very tender & delicious. Lasagna is probably the best I have had in Grand Rapids. One of the best dinners we have had here in Grand Rapids read more

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A very unique dining experience, I wanted to love but it fell a little short. Firstly, they do have their own parking lot which is nice and convenient. I liked the overall vibe of the restored mansion, and thought the different rooms/dining areas were cool. We had made a reservation for earlier in the evening and were seated at a table in the front room after you pass the bar area. I'm not sure if other dining rooms had better service but I think our waiter was also the bartender?? He barely waited on us and time between appetizers to main course was a good 30 minutes. In all that time, we never even saw him to order more drinks or anything. Maybe they were just short staffed that night? Hard to say. Anyway, I thought the food was good overall but not outstanding. I really enjoyed the complimentary bread, especially the one with olives! As an appetizer, I ordered a half dozen oysters, but would pass on these next time. I also had a NA cocktail but unfortunately it was very sugary. Later in the meal I ordered an espresso martini and that was better. We also tried the beet salad and eggplant burrata, which were both good. Prices and portions were reasonable for a nice dinner out. read more

Mangiamo - Half dozen oysters - Italian Near Me - Grand Rapids, Michigan

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Amazing building. Absolutely stunning. Excellent food. Interesting drinks. Decent service. Easy parking.

Very impressive place architecturally! Food? Not so much. Over salted (everything) a rookie mistake. Our steaks were stone cold in the middle (ordered med rare). Really crazy that we dropped $300 for 3 of us and I went home and made a sandwich. Lol. Stupid. Lately eating out is closer to attending a comedy show than enjoying well prepared quality cuisine. We informed our waitress and who I believe to be a manager about these issues with the food - we were offered a very thin slice of cheesecake that measured 1" x 3" - more comedy. This was a Christmas celebration for a family member that will be gone during Christmas. We all agreed that we should have invited her to come to our place where we can definitely cook better food than Mangiamo's. read more

Mangiamo - Beautiful inside & out. - Italian Near Me - Grand Rapids, Michigan

Ambiance, amazing. Food is incredible. Service is always amazing. We've been here twice now and it's absolutely worth the price. This is by far the best restaurant in Grand Rapids and whatever we've gotten has always exceeded our expectations. Service is always friendly and you can't beat the vibe. read more

This place is AMAZING! The ambiance is unmatched, the service is wonderful, and the food is delicious. We switched up our reservation when we got there and they were more than accommodating. Every staff member we interacted with was super attentive, helpful and knowledgeable. Our server, Bailey, was just incredible. We took our time at dinner and she never made us feel rushed, was super knowledgeable about the menu, and made us feel so welcome. She's amazing! read more

Mangiamo - Squid ink fried lobster ravioli & Risotto Al Funghi - Italian Near Me - Grand Rapids, Michigan

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A fun date night spot! The vibes are the best part of this restaurant in my opinion. The food is not much to write home about, especially for the price. The service was great! read more

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Restaurant setting in a gorgeous historical house. Beautiful outside and decor inside. A number of different rooms. We were seated in the front library type room with beautiful fireplace and seating areas. I started with a glass of their Trefethen Merlot which was excellent. Next I ordered their Truffle Soup - highly recommend, delicious! My daughter ordered their oysters which were just okay. Next we ordered to share the Beet Salad and Eggplant Burrata which were very good. Espresso Martini for after. All good but unfortunately terrible service. They were definitely understaffed. Very long wait times and waiter not to be found. Hopefully that was an off night. Otherwise I would recommend! read more

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Beautiful building, delicious food, amazing service. Definitely recommend this place! The pork is amazing!!

Came back to leave another review after yet another successful experience at Mangiamo. Here to say that if they have no fans I am dead. read more

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Delightful butternut squash gnocchi. The flavors are amazing!! Loved it! And the Campanella Al pesto was truly delicious! Wow Our service was outstanding and the server Bailey was fantastic! So helpful and patient! The building and the atmosphere was so smoldery and sexy!! We will be back! read more

Mangiamos is not just a restaurant it's an experience! We made a reservation and went last night (a Thursday) and it was very busy! That's a great indication of quality and service. Our server Taylor was amazing. She was very knowledgeable about the menu both food and beverage. After some discussion and questions we chose the two most popular items on the menu and were thrilled with them. We started with a glass of wine and a craft beer delivered by charming Liam! The pork dish is a shank served over yummy polenta with beautiful fresh root vegetables. It was a generous portion and so delicious that my husband devoured it. It was fall off the bone tender!! The scallops were huge and flavorful served with a fun sauce and fresh broccolini and carrots. This is truly a fine dining experience. The menu includes starters, salads, pastas and entrees. There is also a steak menu with separate side dishes. A fun speakeasy called Mo's is in the basement and has an outdoor fire pit. It was a magical evening for both of us! Thank you Mangiamos (ask for Taylor!) read more

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This former residence, now a restaurant has an amazing ambiance-very moody. Food and service excellent! Would strongly recommend. Cute speakeasy in the basement worth going down for a very creative cocktail. read more

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Took my wife here for her birthday dinner and we were both VERY impressed! First of all, the decor in this restaurant is top notch. It is very high end and luxurious. It is so cool eating at a place that is so much nicer than your standard restaurants. The service was very attentive. Definitely make a reservation. There were a couple open tables, but the place is also very large with multiple dining rooms, so I wouldn't count on just walking in. All of the food and drinks came out with perfect timing, so we didn't feel rushed, but also weren't bored waiting for our order. All of the food was soooo good. You can tell they use great quality ingredients. The prices are reasonable for high-end, quality food. Unless you're getting a fancy steak or lobster, nose dishes were about $25 or so. I will definitely be coming back! It's such a cool restaurant you have to experience it for yourself. p.s. don't forget to find the small, speakeasy type bar in the basement for a cocktail! read more

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I really enjoyed my server as he had all the history and information about the property. He made sure we knew the specials and highlighted the favorites on the menu which I always appreciate! The 007 martini is my favorite drink there! read more

Stopped in for drinks and appetizers and wished we had stayed for dinner. This place is breathtaking and service was amazing. Ian was our server and he was so friendly and attentive. The mussels and burrata bread were unreal. Bottle of wine and NA Aperol Spritz delicious. We can't wait to go back and try full entrees and maybe get a drink the basement bar. Definitely a place to go for celebrations and special occasions. read more

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Excellent drinks. Great food. Friendly server, although occasionally was a bit slow. A little less upscale than I had thought, but it was a fun time. read more

We loved our anniversary dinner at Mangiamo! The vibes were really great inside, perfect for a romantic evening or celebratory dinner with chandeliers and gold silverware and all kinds of pretty things. The cocktails we tried were delicious, their complimentary bread was SO good, our waitress was very kind, and we loved nearly everything we ate! For appetizer you MUST get the fried artichoke hearts, it was our favorite item by far! For the mains we tried the lasagna (massive portion and tasted great), and the shrimp alla vodka (it was just ok, chuck full of shrimp, and we loved the addition of the asparagus). I also recommend finishing up the night with an espresso martini (theirs is really good!). I'll definitely be back! read more

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Great service, sat at the bar and the bartender was great. Ambiance is dark in a cozy way. The fried artichokes appetizer was really big, probably too much for 2 people. Broccolini was a little under cooked, just blanched, but I don't mind that. Lasagna was a huge portion. read more

I really love the food here, particularly the waygu and au gratin. The drinks are good and stiff but a bit pricey. Really good date spot, love the ambiance. The service leaves a bit to be desired. read more

Eggplant Burrata - eggplant was almost raw, very undercooked. The many sauces surrounding the dish were too many conflicting flavors. The Caesar salad was nicely presented and tasty, at $16. The filet was grey when presented and very unappealing. read more

I finally tried this place after reserving two weeks in advance and WOW definitely worth it. The mansion was beautiful with lit fires on the outside and a beautiful dimmed ambiance inside. Our waiter Jerry was amazing and so helpful when it came to choosing what to eat. My friend got the lobster tail risotto and I got the chicken piccata. I loved both of our choices but I will definitely be getting my own plate of lobster tail risotto next time. Absolutely immaculate. Everything about this experience was 10/10. I would recommend going on a weekday and arriving early to your reservation because we went on a Friday evening and the parking was packed. I would also note that there were only 2 non-alcoholic beverages so I wouldn't bring anyone that couldn't have alcohol. Other than that, I'm impressed by the vegan choices they had and would definitely be back! read more

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The historic Paddock Mansion now houses Mangiamo (again)! This location has seen some changes, from Gibson's in the 80s to Mangiamo! (2005-2017) to Paddock Place (2017-2023) and now a reincarnated version of Mangiamo! known as Mangiamo Italiano Elevato. Phew! I hope they've found their calling in this new version of Mangiamo. The building is historic and beautiful, with several different seating areas including a bar, lounge (the "library" room), two different wings of dining rooms, and the enclosed terrace area, which is where Nate and I were seated. The vibe is dark and a bit moody, upscale and classy but comfortable. I loved the lighting and candles everywhere. I really appreciated the perfect amount of lighting on the table which made it great for taking photos/video (since I work for Yelp this is huge)! Our server was relaxed and let us linger over the menu choices and helped with recommendations. We started with the fried artichoke hearts, which were crispy and delicious. I loved the dill aioli. For our entrees, I was torn between the scallops and the eggplant burrata, but settled on the scallops since I don't ever make them at home. Nate got the Pebble Creek mushroom ravioli. We were offered a palate cleanser of a lightly pickled grape tomato, which was a fun touch. Entrees were well timed and plated nicely. The scallops were a bit smaller than I was expecting, but they came five to the plate. They were cooked nicely but I would've preferred a harder sear. The veggies were fairly unremarkable but also cooked well. In a personal oversight, I didn't realize the beurre blanc sauce had a bunch of rosemary in it - one of my least favorite herbs. It was still pretty tasty, but something to note if you are a fellow rosemary hater. I had a few bites of the ravioli which were SO good. I loved the texture of the pasta and the truffle oil was delicious. I don't care what anyone says about truffle oil, I love it. There's a speakeasy in the basement (the former wine cellar) but it's only open Thursday through Saturday, so we didn't get to check that out. Reservations for the dining room are recommended although it wasn't too busy on a Monday evening. Note that while they do serve sandwiches/handhelds, you can only order those in the "lounge" area and not any of the main dining rooms. Definitely a nice spot for a date night, taking parents out to dinner, or a girls' night. read more

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My wife and I along with her son recently dined at Maggie's Mangiamo, located at 1033 Lake Drive SE in Grand Rapids, Michigan. It offers a sophisticated dining experience within a historic mansion setting. You can't go wrong here friends. The restaurant features intimate rooms with fireplaces, creating a warm and elegant ambiance perfect for convivial conversations with friends our to celebrate a special occasion. The menu boasts a variety of delectable dishes. The ARTICHOKE HEARTS, marinated and flash-fried, served with roasted garlic and dill aioli, are a delightful start. The KNIFE & FORK CAESAR salad, featuring torched artisan romaine, roasted garlic, tomatoes, parmesan cheese, croutons, and house Caesar dressing, is exceptional; the homemade dressing is among the best I've ever tasted. The WEDGE salad, with iceberg lettuce, cherry tomatoes, haystack onions, prosciutto, and gorgonzola dressing, is equally impressive. For the main course, the CONCHIGLIE AL PESTO stands out, combining grilled chicken, sautéed shallots, roasted garlic, tomatoes, parmesan, roasted pine nuts, and a flavorful pesto pan sauce. The GOLD LABEL RIBEYE, a 12oz cut cooked to medium rare and accompanied by horseradish side sauce, is absolutely unbelievable. The BLACK LABEL KOBE HANGER, an 8oz portion, is also noteworthy. PEBBLE CREEK MUSHROOM & TRUFFLE INFUSED BUTTER was served with the hangar steak but not needed The sides of TRUFFLED PARMESAN POTATOES, (so crunchy) and BALSAMIC PARMESAN ASPARAGUS complement the main courses perfectly and were both spot on sides, excellent choices Desserts are a must-try, especially the CLASSIC AFFOGATO, featuring vanilla gelato with freshly brewed espresso, and the CHOCOLATE MOUSSE with berry sauce and bittersweet chocolate. The service is top-notch, making guests feel like royalty. The staff's kindness is evident; they even shared their secret Caesar dressing recipe upon request. Mangiamo is open daily from 4 PM to 10 PM. Reservations are recommended to ensure a spot in this exquisite dining establishment. For more reviews like this follow us on instagram @destinationsweknow read more

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I am surprised there are onky few reviews for this nice restaurant! Service is extra and beyond! Food is made with love, care and talent! The vibes are super cozy and warm This is one of my favorite places so far. I highly recommend it We ordered chef garlic plate and chicken pikata Both were very delicious and tasty. read more

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Went for a celebratory dinner with several others - this being our third time and while I want to really like this place, it has been just okay. Overpriced apps, salads, pasta and entrees (and wine / cocktails too). Two of us had lobster thermidor (good but wouldn't have it again here), three had sea bass (okay, small serving especially for the price), one beef beef bourguignon (okay), two had lasagna bolognese (huge portion if into that), one had the shrimp pasta (person really liked it) and one had salmon (good). Several appetizers that were all okay - calamari, bruschetta, bread sticks burrata, truffle reds (when the fried redskin potatoes are the best it doesn't say much about the others) Service decent. The feel, look and vibe inside is one of bewilderment - not sure what they are going for nor am I certain they know. And, at the end of the day, it's sadly just another, meh, Gilmore Collection place. There are much better options (food quality, value, experience) in and around Grand Rapids. read more

Food, drinks, service and atmosphere were wonderful! Make sure to take the time to check out MO's before or after your reservations.

Food was good, ambiance 10/10. I went to Mangiamo for my birthday with all my family so like 10 of us. Everything took forever, yes I took into consideration it's a bigger group, however our waitress would just disappear and didn't communicate well. We waited at least 10-15 mins for WATER. Drinks took longer and the food even longer. It wasn't packed for a Saturday night either. It was not the best experience for my first time going and I left frustrated and disappointed. On top of that it's automatic 20% gratuity that I don't think our waitress should've gotten. Knowing myself and my family, had the service been great, it would've been more. Not sure if I'll be trying again but I do think it's a place to try at-least once. read more

Great night! Service was friendly and attentive, vibe and decor were perfect. Garlic bread was amazing, salmon was delicious, cauliflower steak was good but not mind blowing. Desserts were good and presentation was flawless. Perfect spot for a classy, intimate night out. read more

Mangiamo - Italian Near Me - Grand Rapids, Michigan

We had a great time at Mangiamo. Had a before dinner cocktail at the bar while we waited for a table then had a delicious meal. We had the crab cakes, scallops and tenderloin. read more

I have been here 2 times and both times the food was amazing. Their scallop dish was amazing. They were cooked perfectly with lots of flavor. The crab salad had big chunks of real crab. My favorite was the pork shank. It's so tender and fall off the bone. It's a nice place to get dressed up and have a great bottle of wine with romantic lighting. The staff were all really friendly and the manager stopped at the table 3 times to check on us. read more

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I have a mixed review. We went there tonight for our 40th anniversary. I made sure to mention that in our reservation, but it was not acknowledged at all by our server, Ian, until we told him. He was a nice guy, but seemed to have a questionable memory. I ordered a martini exactly how I like it (extremely dry with a lemon twist) and he came back a bit later to ask again how I wanted it. Then he helped other tables, came back to ours and asked what we wanted to drink. I told him AGAIN and eventually we got our drinks - but mine had olives instead of a twist. I didn't say anything about it, just drank it. We had asked for our bread when we ordered our drinks, and asked for it twice more as time went on, and then again when the manager, Laine, came by to see how we were doing. We finally got it when we were almost done with our entrees. The food was delicious - I got the Eggplant Burrata and my husband the Scottish Salmon. We ordered the Lemoncello cake for dessert and it was great - not too big like so many other restaurants. Then Laine showed up with more drinks. I said that I didn't want another, but she said they were on the house. After we were done, Laine took us on a tour of the restaurant, which was really interesting. She was very nice and I could tell she loved the house and the business. We really enjoyed the tour. They did a phenomenal job with the renovation. It is a beautiful building. When we left, I remarked to my husband to watch his step because the concrete steps are painted black and the light was rather dim. He was fine, but I fell down the last step and skinned and bruised my knee, twisted my ankle and hurt my wrist. I think that some reflective tape on the steps might be in order! read more