Fabulous all the way around! Sat at the bar for lunch. Mike the bartender provided top notch service! I had a Peasant salad with Chicken added. Delicious. I ordered the small and it was filling and tasty! The restaurant was packed but not loud. Delightful place. Food, Service and ambiance were wonderful! Wonderful view of the lake too! read more

Walking in, sign says PLEASE REMOVE HATS Wow, only place in GR to make such a request? My expectations were HIGH! Then, bartender has such a wide girth, he evidently incapable of tucking in his shirt. Disgusting. And, staff was seen cracking jokes about a co-worker disposing of garbage. Well? I will keep wearing my hat and continue to patronize places with MORE CLASS! read more

Let me start by saying I love Rose's. Been eating there since 1987, when it was a falling down hamburger joint run by Bud Rose. Now it's a full-scale, upscale eatery that seldom disappoints. My chicken pesto pizza today was perfection; our friend's mushroom pizza was grand. Only Patti's cheeseburger didn't pass muster - a shame because Rose's burgers are usually top notch. Of course, there's Reed's Lake just a few feet away, and the lovely trees and flowers surrounding everything. On a 72 degree day in October, there is no where else I'd rather be than Rose's on Reed's Lake. Perfection. read more

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I fluctuate between giving Rose's a 3 or 4 star review. I prefer to round up on Yelp and in this case, the caramel corn is my tie breaker. The entrance is by far the strangest part of this establishment. If you're lucky enough to find a parking spot amid bustling EGR, the entrance to Rose's reveals a fuzzy brown curtain hanging in place of a door. The curtain unveils a peculiar small room; it's my presumption that this room is utilized as an inclement weather barrier. Regardless, I find the room to be cold (in both temperature and aesthetic). Most establishments with an area like this have an actual door for the foyer. Surely there's a more tasteful alternative for this space. Beyond the strange room is the actual door to Rose's. The rest of the restaurant is warm and well designed. A homey and friendly feel with a beautiful view of Reeds Lake. My most recent visit to Rose's was for a nice lunch with two of my girlfriends. A bubbly hostess greeted me and I requested that my friends and I be seated at a booth. Eventually, she worked this out and we sat in a cozy corner. Our waitress was fine, though she seemed hurried and was short with us, perpetually rushed. She managed to bring out every order correctly, but I prefer a more personable vibe. Rose's is the only remaining Gilmore Collection restaurant to make their root chips in house. I'm disappointed that Blue Water Grille has switched over to the store bought "Terra" brand chips. Kudos to Rose's for keeping this appetizer authentic and delicious. Both the goat cheese and red pepper aioli dips are delightful as well. I began with the butternut squash bisque. It was so hot I waited nearly 20 minutes until I could comfortably consume the soup. It was bright yellow in color, the texture is smooth and not too thin, and the flavor is extremely sweet. For me, the sweetness was unnecessary, but my friend, Lauren, raved about it. My biggest foodie tip for patrons is regarding the Bruschetta appetizer. I ordered this for my entree and I found the tomatoes and balsamic to overwhelm the dish with acidity. Ever resourceful, I used the remaining goat cheese fondue to spread in the bread before replacing the tomatoes back on top. Total game changer! Both of my friends ordered the Farro salad. It looked fresh, but overly seedy for my liking. They didn't mind it but noted that it wasn't memorable and my bruschetta was far superior. Adding chicken or another protein may help amplify the flavor and sustenance of this salad. I am always annoyed by paper straws. There are other much less frustrating eco friendly options. These straws disintegrate almost immediately in liquid. Good thing I had remembered to bring my own metal straw along! I love the touch of being served a sample of Rose's famous caramel corn upon settling the bill. It's delectably tasty and a cute and unique touch. Keep in mind that Rose's is an EGR favorite and be prepared to wait if you don't have a table reserved. read more

Rose's - Root chips - Mediterranean Near Me - Grand Rapids, Michigan

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Food was wonderful as was the service. Love this place. Will go again. I highly recommend this place. Great location and view.

Come here often! Food and service is consistently good. They are always busy and always keep up. Refreshing in these challenging employment times. Kay has been our server last few visits and she knocks it out of the park with over the top service!!! Great smile, energy, and service! Our favorite menus items are the homemade root chips, cranberry turkey sandwiches, mahi tacos, and wood fire pizzas! Excellent drinks as well! Great service brings us back again and again! read more

Rose's - Cosmopolitan - Mediterranean Near Me - Grand Rapids, Michigan

The food is meh, the drinks are "ok" but I will say the back deck on the water is super cool! If they do some updates to the decor and menu it would be a really cool place! read more

Stopped at this place leaving Grand Rapids for the view and so happy we did! We got the roses lemonade, corned beef Rueben, tomato basil soup and farro salad with salmon. Everything was delicious! The view was gorgeous and peaceful. Such a cute place! read more

Rose's - Outdoor seating - Mediterranean Near Me - Grand Rapids, Michigan

The second I saw my plate of food, I instantly began to drool... let me just say it was GOOD! Real good. I started off with the Tomato Bruschetta. The soft mellow grilled tomatoes drizzled with balsamic dressing was truly a taste of heaven. I actually found myself ordering a second serving because they were quite delicious. I would highly recommend the Tomato Bruschetta! When I was looking at the menu the entree that immediately caught my eye was the Cranberry Turkey sandwich. It made me think of how good thanksgiving food is! Smoked turkey, savory white cheddar, organic greens, topped with flavorful cranberry jam are some of the ingredients thrown into this luscious sandwich. Overall I really enjoyed my meal. The restaurant had great service; however, the food took quite some time to be served. Which of course, is understandable with larger parties. My only downer about my visit to Rose's was that the heater near are table was broken. It was very cold... read more

Rose's - What ill look like in the future... - Mediterranean Near Me - Grand Rapids, Michigan

Best bartenders, best drinks, best view, wonderful food, and wonderful servers. Roses is an institution and is one of the best restaurants in Grand Rapids. read more

We love Roses. Here's why: The location is wonderful - it's right on Reeds Lake in East Grand Rapids. On a pretty summer day you cannot get much better views and vibes within the city limits. They do not take reservations so you can put your name in and then walk around John Collins Park just next door as you wait. Lots of benches for sitting or you can always grab a drink at the bar while you wait if there's room. Roses is a Gilmore Collection restaurant so we also usually have some sort of a gift card to use up! The menu is agreeable to almost everyone offering a wide variety of food options: Burgers, Pizzas, Salads, Sandwiches and some other speciality entrees. They've also got a solid/normal kids menu. Their prices are fair for what's offered as well. We highly recommend their root chips (kind of a must order when dining there) for the table to share. read more

Rose's - Cauliflower app - sweet and tangy. - Mediterranean Near Me - Grand Rapids, Michigan

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My family went here for dinner but we all regretted not showing up for lunch. What a fantastic location and the view alone would have made this a four star review. Food is hearty/filling and homestyle - refreshing that it wasn't an upscaled menu just because of the location. Enjoyed a casual meal here and wouldn't hesitate to stop in for lunch. read more

Pros- Great view. Great service. The chips are delicious. Cons- I was not impressed with the menu options. My chicken, Caesar salad, barely had any dressing on it. Some portions didn't have any. The grilled chicken was tiny. Someone set my table ordered the yellowfin. I tasted it and it was just ok. The portion was more like an appetizer. Very pricey for the portions and the food is quite average. read more

A first timer and newbie in GR, we were excited to try. We read the reviews, checked out the menu- waited at the bar for our seat outside and patiently sat for our server. We waited 15 minutes and weren't greeted by any servers. The manager was running around looked at us occasionaly. We asked a runner to find our server, expecting someone to finally come over... No one! We flagged down the manager after quite a long time- who stood over the railing of the upper deck and expected us to shout our order over at him... I'm not shouting my order to you, come to the table properly or send someone over.... He came over and was extremely gruff, as if our presence alone bothered him. He took care of us the whole time. We never met our server. No one even brought us water. Everyone else got water. And a waitress. If the server needs extra time to get out of the weeds then dont seat their section. Good customers dont mind waiting at the bar. It was a disappointing experience. Food was fine but 20$ for mac and cheese... and my mahi mahi tacos had very brown avo and the corn tortilla crumbled in my hand. read more

Rose's - Mediterranean Near Me - Grand Rapids, Michigan

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There are 3 different choices for seating at this boathouse style restaurant inside, the patio, and a covered deck. The view is amazing. I recommend calling ahead to enquire about whether there is a wait. The alcohol menu is quite extensive spanning from regular to fancy. There are about half a dozen bubbly choices for example. You MUST order the roses chips. Very classic American food - many dishes will taste like it came from 1975 in a good way. For example, things come with a side of pasta salad. Fun story - you may not want to order dessert - because your check will come with Carmel popcorn. I have overheard the waitress telling another diner this is because Roses first opened as a popcorn stand and this is their way of continuing the tradition. read more

I recently moved to Grand Rapids this week and the food has quickly exceeded my expectations so I decided to take up Yelping. My family and I wanted dinner on the water and found Roses, a restaurant right on the closest lake to our house. Due to the 1.20 hour wait we were quoted we opted in for an inside table, but got to sit outside and enjoy a lovely evening while we waited for our table. Upon being seated the waiter informed us that the kitchen is short staffed so our food might take some extra time. We got warm bread with oil and cheese to hold us over. For the main course I was between the mahi tacos and the seafood ceviche but I ended up choosing the ceviche and I was so happy I did. I always get tacos (usually shrimp) and I wanted to try something new. I got used to the unexpected spicy kick it had and it was incredible. It came with a side of tortilla chips which I crushed up into the bowl and it was served chilled. For dessert I got the tiramisu and it was lovely. Not too sweet and very moist. It was a very large serving and could definitely be split by 2. The waitstaff was definitely busy and our waiter wasn't super knowledgeable about menu items and pairings. But other than that we were seated early and the food was very fresh and delicious. The check came with a side of Carmel popcorn and next time we hope to eat on the outside patio. read more

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This is a nice surprise in the midst of east Grand Rapids! A restaurant by a lake with a fantastic view!! I knew I should be in for a treat when my husband and I came for Monday night date night and the house was packed!! The wait was worth it to be seated on the patio with a semi outside view and the sound of crickets chirping as the sun set. Seriously though, we started our evening with the grilled Brie appetizer and was not disappointed! A plate of beautiful fresh fruits, grilled Brie, and cranberry bread!! If you need a quick meal however, do not order this as an appetizer! Apparently, it's one of the longer cook times on the menu but it was definitely worth the wait for two love birds in no rush! For dinner, I enjoyed the Mahi Tacos and my husband enjoyed the pesto salmon with risotto. The risotto was beautifully cooked and the salmon dish overall was cooked to perfection! The Mahi Tacos had a perfect bite and the coleslaw was a perfect addition. The rice however left much to be desired! It was bland and I'm pretty sure it's made with dehydrated peas. I would never order this dish alone!! If I were a chef in this kitchen, I would totally scrap the rice and never make it again!! I would suggest making the rice from scratch or just getting rid of it altogether and going with a simple vegetable side. Overall the Mahi Tacos don't really need much to accompany them. For dessert of course I had to try the tiramisu and my husband went for the crime brûlée! First off, yes it is a genuine tiramisu and a fantastic way to end our meal. The creme brûlée was also very authentic and the custard smooth. Service was FANTASTIC!! He was attentive, offered great feedback and recommendations and knew his product!! I really appreciate it when we receive above standard service!! Great job Shawn!! Overall an excellent experience that I would definitely return for but I'm glad the rice is served on a seasonal dish. read more

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Great food, great service. Great outdoor dining. Could use more parking. Never had a bad meal. read more

we went there on a casual monday evening. We got seated immediately and we were sat in the best spot! It was right in front of the fireplace in the outside patio. It was so warm and the view of the lake was stunning! We got the bruschetta, their salmon special, wood fired pizza and their tiramisu. Everything was amazing! They put their own spin on these dishes and everything tasted really really good! Highly recommend! read more

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On a recent Saturday we met friends for lunch at Rose's and we were all delighted with the food and service! All six of us raved about the quality and imaginative food. Three of us had the butternut squash bisque which is a staple there and delicious. We also enjoyed a margarita pizza, two salads, potato encrusted fish and a fall special of squash filled ravioli. Our server, Katy, was sweet and attentive. She was the perfect role model for all servers. We plan to go back soon!! read more

Overpriced. Fast casual chain food quality. I cannot understand why the Gilmore group still don't improve the food quality at this lovely Lakeside restaurant when they charge ridiculous prices for really not good food?? GFS or some worse bulk food supplier. Maybe because it's the only restaurant on the lake and EGR folks don't mind paying? Some fancy Californian mogul should buy this place out and open a fine dining seafood restaurant here and hire top chef. Lol I only gave 2 stars as the service is consistently great! At least the tiramisu was decorated pretty :) read more

Rose's was overall a very good experience. The food was amazingly tasty, our waitress was fast and friendly. The decor was decent, the restaurant had nice natural lighting, it's by the water and it has a colorful tone about it. The only negative thing is that, it is often very busy, so for those who don't like to wait a long time for a seat, it may be hard to recommend this restaurant. That being said, I did enjoyed myself and I will probably go back in the future and I totally recommend eating here if you haven't yet. read more

This used to be my favorite restaurant in all of Grand Rapids! I would come here once or even twice a week! For years I'd always order the veggie enchiladas and I was in love! I couldn't get a dish like this anywhere else and it was so unique and healthy. My husband would make fun of me always ordering the same thing but I like to stick with what I love! We would also order the chip platter with guacamole. Both dishes were incredible and made for a 5 star experience! I love the servers and staff. For about a year now I have been coming less frequently (every other month) because the menu has changed. Please don't fix what's not already broken! Your customers come for the consistency and ambience! I've tried the new enchiladas and once I've had my favorite it's just not the same. I ordered it once and never again. I couldn't even finish it. The cheese specifically was a struggle to eat. I'm having a hard time finding another dish I love. So that why I come once and a while now. It makes me sad. I keep looking online and wondering if the original dishes would come back on the menu. I even came in the fall to see if my squash veggie enchiladas were back. No luck. I've asked servers to tell management to bring back the old menu too. I wish restaurants wouldn't change what customers love about their restaurant. It's unfortunate. Please bring back the original favorites!!!! Sincerely, your dearest and cherished fan. read more

Rose's - Mediterranean Near Me - Grand Rapids, Michigan

The best view in Grand Rapids A new menu with healthier entrees with the same great service . read more

The food and ambience at Rose's is just wonderful. It was the perfect place to stop after a walk around the lake. We've also been there for dinner and food has been delicious. I would definitely recommend it for a nice evening out. It's a perfect place to take out of town guests. read more

This busser named cole was phenomenal when I got the chance to sit down at the wonderful roses on reeds lake. His costumer service was next level. When I would watch him clean tables he had such passion for his work. Another great hire from roses. #cleanaf #lovehim read more

Rose's - Mediterranean Near Me - Grand Rapids, Michigan

This place gets a lot of hype and honestly I think it's because of the lovely setting. If I weren't so salty about the terrible food and service, I'd probably give it two stars for location. My partner and I sat for nearly 20 mins before being acknowledged/given water. I ordered the featured bbq bacon corn pizza. It arrived with no bbq or bacon. I also had the blueberry lemon soda. It was soda water with a few smashed blueberries. It was not anything like advertised. My partner ordered the featured burger. It arrived with no fries. We had to ask twice and they finally brought out a tiny portion. He ordered a beer when his food was dropped and it didn't arrive until the check came. Our server wasn't rude, she was just unavailable and not helpful. It was such a bummer to spend almost 80 bucks on unappetizing food and extremely poor service. It was the worst restaurant experience I've had in a long time, if not ever. read more

Went here on Mothers Day. They don't do reservations so we lined up at 10:40am for their 11an open. It was busy but they were able to seat our party of 14. The service was great, efficient and kind. We sat outside and had a beautiful view of the water. I ordered the breakfast pizza, it had chorizo, onions, potatoes and cheese and a lychee mimosa. It was delicious! read more

Consistently good experience and great atmosphere. Love the Farro salad and drink selection.

Manager Bill went above and beyond in addressing concerns. My family stopped in for a spur of the moment visit after a long work day. We were shown excellent service by Lacy who catered to our needs, answered our questions, gave solid recommendations and checked in on us frequently. Good food: got the house made chips to start (which were tasty in and of themselves but came with flavorful dipping sauces), wife got the crusted chicken entree and I ordered the Rueben sandwich and our little one got chicken tenders. The rueben was good, but a little dry and lacking a combination of flavors; but overall the meal and experience will bring us back for sure. read more

Waiter recommended the Yellowfin Tuna - so glad I tried it. Rubbed in spices and served with (interestingly enough) sriracha. Perfect! View is lovely, service is slow. But, whatever. I wasn't in a rush and had an overall pleasant experience. On a side note, if you don't like to wait for a table I recommend coming at an off time. read more

Rose's - Mediterranean Near Me - Grand Rapids, Michigan

Always consistent. Probably my fave place and lived here 35 yrs and tried them all!! Not a fan of the middle section that's a covered porch as the birds perching there wasn't my favorite. read more

After going for a run around Reed's lake and hitting a few trails I got hungry. Of course, Yelp helped as per usual. Now, I was hungry, more like starving ! I had been craving meat all day so naturally I looked for a place where I can get a nice juicy steak. And here we are Rose's. Tired from my run I walked in hoping to be seated outside with a lake view. I was exploring Grand Rapids and wanted to enjoy all the views I could before going back to Hialeah lol. This place was packed! Well duh, it's like 6-ish prime dinner time. And wow was I underdressed lol. I guess people don't dine in their sweaty gym clothes up here. Everyone was really nice though, no Miami " what is she wearing" dirty looks. After a glass of wine and about an hour, I was finally seated in the patio. Right on the water practically. Patience is a virtue indeed! What beautiful views of the swans passing by, people riding on their boats. I never felt more relaxed after my run. Ok enough, here the food New York Strip- My favorite cut of steak was perfect! Lightly salted and peppered, clearly visible grill marks. The green beans were crispy and the herb butter complemented my steak well. It was so worth the wait. I enjoyed this medium rare with a side of faro and mixed greens. The side dish was delicious. It was my first time sampling this grain which is common in GR. I compare it quinoa. Really tart and fresh. Everything produce wise here is so incredibly fresh! I had another glass of Pinot Noir and watched the sun set. I will be returning to try out the rest of their menu ! read more

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You can usually rely on Rose's for a decent repast, but tonight they came up short. You're not going to bat a 1,000 every game, and this evening they're batting a weak .125 ! Unfortunately, our venture out was for our anniversary! To say we were not impressed would be an understatement !!! read more

Great service and a cozy ambiance overlooking the lake. Vegan options available, but they were hit or miss. The vegan crab cakes were tasty, but the cauliflower rice bowl was lackluster. The veggies were nearly raw and the tomato sauce was unseasoned. My partner also commented that her chicken entree was just okay. Next time, I would try vegan cheese on a wood-fired pizza. read more

Very nice charming restaurant on the water in East Grand Rapids. The lunch we ordered was good, tasty with good presentation. Best part of our visit was Frannie, our server. She made a four star experience a solid five star with her friendly service and charming personality. In this day and age she made all the difference in our afternoon visit. Thank you so much Frannie. read more

Lovely place to stop. Our timing was perfect- we just missed the dinner rush. This is a great place to stop in for drinks in the bar area near the fireplace on a cold wintry day or on a beautiful April afternoon such as today. My niece had the pepperoni calzone-took 1/2 of the deliciousness home. I had the ahi with pearl onions, edamame, and cashews. No words. Drinks are excellent and they have a Happy Hour! Excellent service and presentation. A must. read more

Rose's - Seriously. No words. - Mediterranean Near Me - Grand Rapids, Michigan

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Came to Grand Rapids for a business trip and we were looking for a place that wasn't your typical mall eatery. We stumbled upon Rose's. The ambience is very personal and this service is as well. I must give kudos to be stupendous service we received a while dining here. Our waitress Annie was over-the-top and without giving specifics, she made our meals very special and the best it could be. in fact, she knew that we were going to split our salads and entrées and so she had them brought out in separate plates/bowls instead of bringing us our own plates and letting us deal with it ourselves. Such a class act. We sat on the patio and ended up right next to the fireplace, which was really cool. It was at night so we couldn't see out the windows but I'd imagine during the daytime you'd have a nice view of the lake. At first I couldn't make up my mind on which cocktail to order. I thought about ordering the pumpkin drink (I cannot remember the name) but I ended up going with the Holiday Mule, which was probably the best Moscow Mule I've had. Our server brought me a sample of the pumpkin along with my drink so that I could have a sample of it. It was really good and I was glad to taste it but I am happy I went with the mule. Only because I am not a serious pumpkin fan and this drink was definitely a pumpkin drink. We ordered the butter not squash soup, the goat cheese fondue, the peasants salad, the macaroni and cheese and she hooked us up with a special dessert. The peasant salad was really good. I know it sounds simple but the quality ingredients was surprising and delightful. The macaroni and cheese was pretty good. Very rich and I would advise to split with someone rather than try to conquer it all on your own. The goat cheese fondue was just OK. I don't have any real complaints was that I didn't it wasn't totally suited for my palate. My date loved it though. And the dessert was absolute insanity though. We had a sampling of the peanut butter and chocolate cake and we had a small bite of the brownies. Both were just to die for. Overall, I would definitely dine here again, although I would probably order a different entrée and different appetizers. And again I must mention how amazing my service wise. Thanks a lot guys, will see you soon! read more

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They were really busy and it took a while to get any service on there than water at first but, once we ordered drinks and than our food it was all worth it. Yum Also our waiter was delightful and the atmosphere fast paced yet comfortable. read more

Rose's - The cure martini - Mediterranean Near Me - Grand Rapids, Michigan

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Great food. Classy ambiance. Perfect waterfront setting. Go for a stroll around the lake after dinner and drinks. Do it!