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    One Twenty Three Tavern

    4.3 (339 reviews)
    ModerateNew American, Bars
    Closed 11:00 am - 11:00 pm
    Updated 2 months ago

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    Margarita
    Shamina W.

    We had a lovely dinner here and really enjoyed the overall experience. The staff was friendly, attentive, and very knowledgeable about the menu. The drink selection definitely outshines the food menu, with a great variety of cocktails and wines to choose from. I ordered the skirt steak with mashed potatoes. It was good, but nothing particularly memorable. The standout appetizer was the whipped goat cheese--absolutely delicious and easily my favorite dish of the night. I tried the basil margarita, which had a bit more basil than I expected. If you're a fan of bold herbal flavors, you'll probably love it. My regular margarita, however, was perfectly balanced and excellent. The wine selection was also impressive. For dessert, we had the Peanut Butter Crème Brûlée. It was unique and worth trying, though it reminded me more of a rich, creamy pudding than a traditional crème brûlée. Overall, it was a great dining experience, and I'd definitely return to try more of the menu.

    Smash Burger
    Rachel I.

    The food and service here is always great. They've got awesome daily specials and happy hour deals. This is the perfect place for a nice date night or just grabbing a drink and app before a movie or game. The smash burger and garlic fries are a must try.

    Michigan Pear Salad
    Cassandra E.

    Stopped in the other night before a musical at the Civic. When we walked in we we're probably greeted. We did ask if we could sit outside with the patio was not yet open for the season. We were sat at a small table near the window with some big black leather chairs (very comfortable!) A waitress quickly greeted us and we decided to just stick with some waters and she reviewed the specials of the day. I ordered the 123 burger, which was absolutely delicious. I got the California garlic fries as a side and they did not disappoint, but left my breath as something to be desired. my mom ordered the Michigan pear salad on mixed greens and really likes it - large portion. Overall, the service the vibe in the food were great, but I had higher expectations than what was delivered. Nice restaurant, but did not stand out with all those in Grand Rapids. Hoping to come back and try again soon.

    Smash Burger
    Trina C.

    My fiance and I came to One Twenty Three at 8pm on a Friday night on a whim and were able to be seated and served right away! I called ahead to see what the wait was looking like since they are a first come, first serve kinda place. I also asked if they validate parking being attached to Studio Park and they do! We also got lucky with parking and got a spot right in the front entrance but it was good to know. We ordered the Southwest Chicken Eggrolls, the Smash Burger, and the 123 Burger with truffle fries. I love the branded bun for aesthetics. It wouldn't be my go to place but I'd definitely come back to try other items or come here as a back up plan. It is connected to Studio Park and right across the back of Van Andel so it is a nice spot to get something to eat in the area.

    Chicken & Rice Bowl
    Tammy D.

    If you're looking for something packed with protein, try their chicken and rice bowl! It was different than what I had pictured in my mind and I thought it would be more like a poke bowl, but instead it reminds me more of a burrito bowl from Chipotle. It wasn't bad, but it was different than I expected and I wish the rice was less soggy. I tried the chicken and rice bowl because I've heard great things, but I'll probably try something different next time. Other than that, our server, Peter, was very attentive and kind and the ambiance is great!

    Meatloaf
    Rob C.

    Went here on a Monday night and was not aware of the Monday night half off meatloaf special. Well, that's what I got and wow! The service was great, ambience was great and will return.

    Hibiscus Tequila Cooler
    Jane N.

    Ma! The meatloaf! The best meatloaf and a favorite staple at 123. Parking validated at Studio Park(ing). Open seating at the bar is available. 5 PM on Saturday was a 40-50 min wait for a table of 3. Expected for downtown on the weekend. Seats by the windows are cold! It was 30 minutes from ordering starters to getting them. The server apologized for the wait time. Wish we could have the fries or something sooner after waiting 50 min for a table! Next time, I'll see if they can just bring out the starters as they are ready vs all at once. Seriously almost went to get popcorn at the attached movie theater. LOVE: * MEATLOAF * GARLIC FRIES - Crispy, plenty, and DELIVERS on the garlic! Would Order Again: * PIEROGIES Starter - mashed potatoes in a fried pierogi (3) * BEET SALAD - large bowl to share as a starter or add protein for a meal. Lots of golden and red beets with goat cheese and pine nuts, over lots of arugula. Dressed perfectly. * PAPARDELLE BOLOGNESE * CARROT CAKE - so moist and delicious! Mixed feeling on the coffee frosting - the whipped frosting was so smooth but the espresso bean flavor took over the carrot cake flavor. The cake would be fabulous on its own. PASS: * HONEY CHIPOTLE CHICKEN SANDWICH - on the specials menu. The chicken was well cooked and juicy but the sandwich itself was confusing. Nice chargrilled flavor plus mayo, lettuce, and tomato made it taste like a burger. Didn't taste any sweet or chipotle flavor. The tiny slivers of fried jalapeño slices had no flavor and could easily be confused as an olive burger with the mayo. This review is even getting confusing! Oh, and the ciabatta bun is bland and falls apart. I ended up just eating the chicken breast and veggies with a fork and knife.

    Meatloaf
    Tee S.

    Bravo. From entry to appetizer, from the entree down to us exiting. Me and my friends were taking care of. Complemented and suggested. It's beautiful inside and very cozy.

    Smash Burger + Oberon
    Dick M.

    $15 for Smash Burger and a Beer on Tuesdays! (Use to be 14 but still not too bad!) Hunger at the time 6.1/10 Burger: Great Smash with 2 patties! Cheese, Caramelized onions, pickles and some good sauce!! 9.3/10 Buns: Brioche! Classic! Toasted up nice! Love that!!! 8.7/10 Fries: Thin! Nice and Crispy! Seasoned real nice! Sun-dried Tomato Aioli is the star of the show!!! 9.1/10

    Autumn M.

    The food is amazing, I had a smash burger with fries. And a pineapple mule for my drink. The restaurant has beautiful decor, and a nice kids menu. My kids got boneless wings with fries. The staff was attentive and polite. I would definitely return when in Grand Rapids

    Sangria
    Olivia A.

    One Twenty Three is a restaurant that never misses! Every time we've dined here we've enjoyed ourselves. The restaurant itself is located in a high traffic area but the dark sensual vibes are so inviting and welcoming here. We always have really good service as well! For our most recent meal we came for a late lunch and i enjoyed the French Dip Sandwich! The meat was so tender and flavorful and the bread was super good! I also loved that it had the right amount of cheese not too much and not too little. The sauce to dip it in was just the cherry on top of this entree! Soooo good! Chefs kiss! I ordered this with a side of the California garlic fries and these are so garlicky and good that I don't care how my breath is afterward, it's worth it. I love when a restaurant offers mocktails and really loved each one I've had here! Check this place out if you're looking for a good date night location:)

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    3 months ago

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

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    A truly life changing chicken sandwich was had here. Please do yourself a favor and opt in for the garlic fries.

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    Amazing burgers. The signature and smash burgers were very good. The regular and garlic fries were outstanding. Great vibe, nice atmosphere.

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    Yum! We loved the one twenty three burger and mahi mahi tacos. Fun drink menu and beautiful dimly lit ambiance!

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    7 months ago

    We had dinner and drinks before a show at 20 Monroe. Great ambiance! Great staff! Great food! We will be back soon!

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    Nice place. I had the one twenty three burger and wife had the smash burger. Both were great. We will come back.

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    Ask the Community - One Twenty Three Tavern

    Wondering if you take reservations for special events? For instance - we have a group of 8 attending a concert on Jan 27 and are looking to secure a dinner location before the concert :)

    No, they do not currently take reservations but are very accomodating.

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    House Rules

    House Rules

    4.9
    (54 reviews)
    0.3 mi

    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.

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    The Pyramid Scheme

    3.8
    (93 reviews)
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    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.

    i have been attending the Pyramid Scheme for years now. I absolutely love all of the staff and they…read morereally become like friends and family after constantly seeing them when attending shows. The lineups are often pretty diverse, now offering more local music and the addition of more free events to bring together the community. They've added vintage nights, trivia, and free pinball days which I think is a very important and necessary community good. The venue has a front half with a bar, pinball cabinets, and even some outdoor seating. The back hosts the concert venue with interior bar, seating, and elevated stage. I'm allergic to alcohol so I can't speak to the drinks nor the prices but they have free water jugs readily available which is a lifesaver during shows and is just such a small, nice feature to have access to. I definitely would recommend coming here for a concert, finding some new local music, or establishing a new hang out for your friends.

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    HopCat

    HopCat

    4.0
    (1.2k reviews)
    0.1 mi
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    Very friendly bartenders and a relaxed atmosphere. We had the loaded fries and chicken wings and…read morewere very happy with both. They have an interesting sauce they put on their fries thats really good!

    We visited HopCat as a walk-in on a busy evening around 5:30, and the wait time was a bit over an…read morehour, which was totally understandable with several events happening downtown. Luckily, I was able to snag a reservation for 6:45, so we found a few things to do nearby while we waited. Once we returned, we were seated upstairs, which I actually prefer. It's noticeably less crowded and quieter than the main floor, making for a more relaxed experience. The menu offers a great variety, and their draft list is especially impressive for beer lovers. This time, I ordered one of their meal deals with mac and cheese, along with pretzels and beer cheese. Portion-wise, it did feel a bit small, but for the price of the deal, it made sense. That said, the flavor was a bit underwhelming. The mac and cheese and beer cheese dip both lacked that rich, cheesy taste I was expecting. The mac and cheese also had quite a bit of topping/breading, and the sauce was fairly loose, almost soupy in consistency. Since this was my first time ordering it, I'm not sure if that's typical. Overall, it's still a great downtown spot that offers something for everyone. The service was prompt and helpful, which definitely added to the experience.

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    Stella's Lounge

    Stella's Lounge

    3.9
    (958 reviews)
    0.1 mi
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    A funky spot to stop while downtown, this quickly became a place we'd love to add to our regular…read morerotation for a night out. Everyone was friendly, service was quick and efficient without feeling rushed, and the vibes were fantastic! We opted for nachos to start. Honestly, would've ordered a second batch instead of a burger if I had the chance, but we had already put in for burgers. Now, the burgers were also amazing, so you really can't go wrong. The chronic fries are DELICIOUS, with a perfect hint of heat to make them more unique. Prices were pretty good for serving size. We can't wait to make our way back (& hopefully that's soon!)

    My initial experience was frustrating. I ordered through Uber Eats and only received about half of…read moremy order. After contacting the restaurant, I was told the missing items would be remade and ready in about 20 minutes. It ultimately took closer to 45 minutes, and I had to drive to the restaurant myself to pick up food that should have arrived correctly the first time. That said, what changed my opinion was how the team handled the situation afterward. The General Manager personally came out, apologized sincerely, gave me her card, and told me to contact her directly so she could make things right. She took ownership of the mistake rather than making excuses, which I genuinely appreciated. Nobody likes dealing with a missing order, and there is definitely room for improvement in their Uber Eats process. However, mistakes happen in every business. What matters is how a company responds when things go wrong, and Stella's showed they care about their customers and reputation. Not a perfect experience, but the recovery effort and customer service earned back a lot of goodwill. We'll give them another chance.

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    Call It What You Want burger with side of chronic fries.
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    One Twenty Three Tavern - newamerican - Updated July 2026

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