My husband just happened to pop into this place after work on Friday and we are so glad we did!…read more The drinks were incredible! We ordered an Espresso Martini, Lavender G&T, Paper Plane, and Blonde Negroni. All of them were perfectly balanced! The space was creatively designed and loved seeing art from local artists on the wall. Also the service was amazing, we had a great time chatting with Chris and Will, the owner. They were super nice and fun to talk to, we ended up staying longer than planned. We really liked this spot and will definitely be coming back!

I love this place! It's become my regular haunt on Thursday nights. At this writing I'm 74 years…read moreold and some of the servers are young enough to be my grandchildren! However, they are always so welcoming and friendly with this old man. And they are superb conversationalists. I enjoy dry red wines and this place always has exactly what I like. I highly recommend The Grey Rabbit!

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.

Good Good Good is amazing! They have such a fun, rotating selection of natural wines by the glass…read more(and what seems like an endless supply of bottles to choose from too!). Even though we're not always familiar with the wines on the menu, the owners, Kyle and Sam, have always been willing to help us pick out a glass or bottle based on what we're looking for/enjoy, and we've never been disappointed. And the flowers!!! What's better than grabbing a glass of wine and bringing home a fresh, seasonal bouquet? We are so lucky to have a spot like this in Creston.

Loved the atmosphere and owner was friendly. Between my husband and myself we had 4 different…read morewines in which we liked only one (and we are wine drinkers so that was a little disappointing). My husband wanted me to purchase one of the more expensive pre-made bouquets. I told him not a good idea since many of the vases had brown slimy water, so I wasn't confident it would last. I selected a cheaper bouquet that was seemed ok. But as you can see from the photo (taken the NEXT day, all the roses are quickly dying off). Overall it felt like an expensive evening to not enjoy most of our wine and have a wilted bouquet that didn't last a full day.

The Lark in Ada is one of my favorite spots in town! The service is always great and I love the…read morewhole vibe of the place! I've gone about 5 times now, all on different ocassions and have tried many of their wines but my favorite drink is their extra dirty martini. They have some lite bites that are yummy as well. It's right in Downtown Ada inside of the Ada Hotel and is super easy to get to and there's tons of parking available. The interior is stunning and it feels like a big city cocktail bar right in the heart of Ada!

This place was a vibe!! Not only did they have wine, but they also had a few cocktails and…read moremocktails, too. We ate beforehand, but the food menu looked tasty! One of my girlfriends ordered the fruity pebble cheesecake and said it was okay, kind of hard to taste the fruity pebble flavor. My cab was so good and incredibly smooth! I loved that they had a variety of seating choices- tables + chairs, rounded booths, bar, and couches.

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 came here for lunch with a friend and had a great time. We sat ourselves, and a host came quickly…read moreto give us water and menus. For food, we ended up splitting a few things on the menu so we could try more. We started with the bacon wrapped dates (so good), then split the Parisian sandwich, and had the chefs choice charcuterie board. Everything was delicious! The service wasn't the quickest, but the atmosphere was nice and I thought the price was reasonable. I'd recommend!

Squibb is a very cute local coffeeshop and wine bar. I've only really come to Squibb for the matcha…read moreduring the day but it's been quite nice! It's right around a ton of other shops, restaurants, and things to do so it's a great spot to stop on a walk or on a day out. My run club Lyon Street Run club recently met here and it's been great. The wall art is really nice and the staff is incredibly friendly. There is not a TON of seating, making it more intimate, but also makes it great for a quick to-go drink from a local business.

A very unique coffee shop with wine, beer, cheese boards, and delicious toasts/grilled cheeses…read more They always have a seasonal menu as well which is very exciting to try from. The workers are incredibly kind and helpful. The ambiance is cozy dim lighting. Plenty of seating and outlets if you are working from home or a student studying. There's also parking in the back. I love going to Squibb to study :)

I absolutely love Little Bird's smashburger and I will die on this hill. It's probably one of the…read morebest burgers (if not the best) dine-in burger in GR and I will constantly come back for this over and over. My boyfriend and I stumbled in during happy hour and were happy to grab some cheap drinks, but the main event was the burger! We typically like sitting at the bar as well and chat with the bartender who was absolutely lovely! The dirty martini was okay but I will definitely order something else next time as the olives just didn't hit for me. It's a quaint and quiet spot - you can read that as intimate - since it's not loud or rowdy, so if you want a really sweet date spot, feel free to check this one out! Otherwise, you can just go and have a casual, delicious dinner. Parking is limited with the street parking and it being so close to Monroe Center but you shouldn't have a terrible time finding something, even if requires a parking ramp vs street parking. I'd just recommend a reservation if you are going on a weekend or don't want to wait/sit at the bar!

I am plant based vegan and anytime I plan to go to a restaurant that is not solely 100% vegan, I…read morelook to see what vegan options are offered. This was my first time at at Little Bird and it definitely did not disappoint. However, I now see why it's called Little Bird because the inside is definitely small but that just adds to the ambiance. My husband and I came here for brunch on a Saturday because it's a place we both can eat at (he's not vegan). When we walked in the restaurant was bustling and packed, but we got seated right away by the door which was cool because we could people watch. Our server greeted us immediately and filled our glasses with water. She was nice and answered all of our questions. I must say that I was pleasantly surprised with my brunch choices which were the soup of the day, a lentil curry, pumpkin seed combo with tons of good seasoning and cilantro on top...it was soooo good and vegan friendly! For my entree I got the tofu sandwich with the most amazing side salad that had this lemon dressing that set it off right! I could have just had a plate of the salad! Although the tofu sandwich was good, it was a bit on the salty side for my taste, but I still enjoyed it. I would definitely recommend this place for vegan options and I'd come back. Just be aware they don't take reservations for brunch and it's pretty loud, but it's a really cute establishment and I was pleased with the food and service. Give it a try!!!

I'm a HUGE fan of Cooper's Hawk, but they missed the mark this time. I ordered my favorite egg…read morerolls and they were quite burned. Didn't realize until I made it home. A little disappointed CH, but one good thing, the young lady at the carry out counter was super accommodating by getting extra sauce for me.

What a gorgeous place the wine tasting area the bar and the restaurant beautiful…read more We went for brunch on Sunday and it was wonderful They have a small brunch menu and their regular menu My friend got a free brunch with points from the wine club I ordered the lunch size soy glazed salmon with wasabi mashed potatoes and asian slaw My sister ordered the blackened mahi mahi sandwich They also had 5 dollar sangrias bellinis and mimosas Wow Our server Rachel was a delight So sweet and funny She made it a fantastic experience

Truly one of the most remarkable dining experiences in Grand Rapids! Service was top-notch,…read moreambiance was upscale yet comfortable, and food was nothing short of incredible. Authentic Spanish cuisine with an American flair - every dish was spectacularly balanced. The croquetas were pillowy and crispy and rich. The oxtail stuffed morels were an explosion of decadent umami. The gambas (shrimp) were soaked in Spanish olive oil, confit garlic, and a metric ton of saffron (these were the star of the show in terms of both flavor and value). And the patatas bravas? Who doesn't love some thick cut fried potatoes. For the main dish, the scallops were DIVINE. Not joking, the best scallops I've ever had in my life - which was a relief considering they were $55 for THREE of them boys. Yes it's pricey, but frankly it's well worth it. The quality of service, food and environment that MDRD has articulately crafted is a special experience and should be treated as such. My ONLY gripe is the fact that they didn't have their Spanish Tortilla on the menu - that's like a burger chain not having French fries. Would highly recommend, especially if you've got a taste for Spanish food!

We reserved a beautiful spot on the 27th floor of the Amway Grand Hotel to enjoy delicious Spanish…read moreCuisine. The last time we were in this space it was Cygnus. The makeover is modern and chic. Love the marble with the gold accents and wood for warmth. The view is nice. We opted to forego the non refundable $20 for a table by the window. I was happy with where we sat. Staff brought out some delicious olives for an appetizer. They had a delicious looking cocktail menu and comprehensive wine list, but I did not imbibe on this occasion. My husband and I ordered the ensalada de pepino, pulpo a la gallega, chicken buñuelos, and patatas bravas as our tapas. Everything was good as expected. The octopus was tender and spiced to perfection. The stand out for me was finally trying the El Limon for dessert. It was unique, flavorful and everything that I had hoped for when I finally tried that dessert for the first time. They also bring cute hand made chocolates with the bill that are tasty. Definitely a delicious spot and a special place to celebrate 15 years of marriage. Hope to return soon to celebrate further milestones.

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.