Pickwick Tavern is by far my favorite bar in GR. It's a dive bar to the max, and has the old-school…read morebar feel. The owner (who is typically behind the bar) almost always strikes up a conversation, and I've never left without meeting someone new! It's cash only, which although slightly inconvenient, really adds to the vibe. (I believe they have an ATM but don't quote me). They have some packaged snacks, like bags of chips or pretzels, but no other food. It's the perfect place to stop in, grab a beer, and go back in time for a little while!

I love this place. It's a total throwback. Here in a city where craft beer is king it's nice to…read morehave a place where $7.50 can get you a pitcher of a cold Killians ale (sometimes you just need a beer that's just beer) We will bring our own food (sushi, tacos, burgers they don't care what you bring) in settle down at one of the familiar, worn Formica tables and just take a moment to breathe. These places are the slow heartbeat of the city and should never be taken for granted.

Solid bar food at a reasonable price. They always have something going on between sports, karaoke,…read moretrivia, music, etc. Even when it's on the emptier side it can be really loud, so it's not the ideal place to go when you want to have a conversation.

You guys have to come here. Brit and Sarah make you feel like you have been coming for years. The…read moreservice is phenomenal, the food is fantastic, and honestly they make you feel like a regular from the moment you step in. Come on down!

Attentive bartender inexpensive drinks and food. Absolute fantastic music, I feel nostalgic bc this…read moreis a place where everyone is the same, like places when I was young. Nobody cares if you drink Champagne or Hamms beer. Go in have a drink with your neighbor make a friend and thank me for the suggestion:-).

A great spot to hear great music! The food? I didn't notice any food there. The Ambiance? Don't…read morepark in the back if you don't have your gun with you. The locals are in part thieves with guns if it is the weekend or hot outside you will see guns. I had to take out 3 guys in the back.

My kind of bar. Laid back, no frills, lively Bunch of people…read morewith friendly and welcoming bartenders. Pinball machines available if you're in the mood or plenty of seating to catch up with friends.

Classic dive bar. Sat at the bar for a beer before dinner, everything appeared clean and the…read morebartender was friendly and attentive.

if you want to play pool, (and thats part of the reason your going) i wouldn't suggest going!!! my…read morebf and i went and waited for hours to play and never had the chance!!!! there should be a time limit for pool the same people there the whole time

If you're looking for a country-ish dive bar, that has live music then you're in a great spot. They…read morehave a mechanical bull that you can sign up to ride and people can stand around and watch. The drinks are cheap which is awesome, definitely a unique crowd that comes here. The bartender was super efficient and friendly. He knocked out so many drinks for us at once for our group. They also have beer pong tables and pool tables. For me personally, not my scene but I had fun with friends.

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

My new favorite dive bar in Grand Rapids! I went with a group and we had a blast. Not only was the…read moremusic hopping, there were music videos playing on the TVs. The drinks were very affordable and there was even popcorn. The bartenders were friendly and helpful.

Okay, this was nothing short of FUN! We stopped in because our daughter recommended this place! It…read moreis the local "cheers" bar where everybody knows your name! Let me tell you, Rhonda, the bartender mixes one of the best margaritas I have ever had, and I have had my fair share! it's a local hangout with great music, good drinks, good people, the best prices for drinks and the coolest antique/still working cash register! A must try!

Cozy and friendly. Cheap drinks and Rhonda & Jane are awesome! Love my Sunday's at Vinny's !read more

4 of us Stopped in on Sunday 11/10/24 after having dinner down the street. Honestly - we were drawn…read morein by the neon sign that had an anchor and the word BAR. Intimate spot, great drinks, excellent service. We would go back again!

LOVE this place. Good vibes, service, and music. There's no…read morefood here but you're aloud to bring your own in :) The only thing i will say is this place has a strange smell, but i feel it's gotten better than it used to be. My fave bar on bridge st for sure.

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.

My New Favorite Drink Spot: Sip Coffee and Cocktails!…read moreWhen I tell you I love the drinks here I mean it. The barista working made me a strawberry hibiscus mocktail and it is one of the best mocktails I have ever had and I truly mean that. This is a place that has been sitting on my list for a while for things to try. My bestie absolutely loved the caramel apple latte it was phenomenal iced I'm not a big coffee person but I did try a sip and I would definitely order it. We have agreed that this is our new favorite spot and I don't really think there's a way to top that we will be coming back. It's super cozy feeling and extremely quiet. Multiple students here working on laptops - it's very student friendly and all around a great place to go for a girl's day if you want mimosas or some nice cocktails or even an alcohol-free alternative.

Cocktails were good. Pricing is decent. We had good friendly service from one of the servers. The…read moreatmosphere was definitely a lot different from what we were expecting. There were even kids hanging around at the bar counter. The pictures on socials make it look more upscale, trendy and inviting. It was pretty odd.