This place is an awesome, eclectic, and personable spot with incredible food as well as service…read more The BIzzy Grizzys or whatever they called them were one of my favorite appetizers ever, and I don't typically like things like that. At first I was hesitant because of the price, and it being biscuits, but they made me eat those words and more. It was like a large biscuit muffin top with jalapeño, cheese and honey glaze (I think) and it came with a white cheddar cheese sauce to dip it in that was outrageously delicious. For a guy who hates cheddar biscuits, I've got to say I'm blown away. My wife ordered the steak with fingerling potatoes and carrots. It was on the pricier side, but yet again well worth it. The steak was cooked perfectly, and the veggies were pretty good too. They had live music playing as well tonight. It was a jazzy kind of vibe and it didn't over power anyone talking or anything. The guy had some serious skill too. To top it off, we had some pretty killer service from everyone there. From the hostess taking our names, random servers walking around, and our fantastic server (I forget her name but she was blonde and worked upstairs and had a a really great attitude. The expo or food runner dropping our food off anticipated us possibly needing an extra plate and brought one without asking which was super awesome and ended up coming in handy ( I knew my wife wouldn't finish that steak alone) and she brought it without asking and was ready with a smile to get more. I used to be a GM (I hate when people use this saying but...) truly I know how hard it is to find good workers and the folks running it here seem to have it down. I come from a place where you have to drive 100 mi or more for average service. So seeing exceptional service is really almost too good to be true. I'd definitely stop in for a bite. It's worth every penny. We'll be back for dessert, they have seasonal crème brûlées!

First off I can't believe I've lived here all my life and haven't eaten here. It was high on the…read morerecommendation list for the espresso martinis and they didn't disappoint. They're made with vanilla vodka and have a nice cinnamon kick. Although we only got to experience the late night menu, we were super satisfied. It's a cozy place and the live music great was a fun vibe. Can't wait come back and try out the whole menu.

About the best breakfast spot I've found in Grand rapids, and my wife's favorite place. Always a…read morebig line waiting for tables on a Saturday or Sunday morning, but they're quick to get people through. I've not been to the Plainfield location, but this seems like the typical local breakfast spot - close packed tables and multiple rooms as it naturally expanded over the years. It's not super highly polished like a chain place is, but I prefer this vibe. Food is always excellent - pancakes and bacon and sausage. The only one gripe is they don't do hashbrowns! It doesn't appear like there's a ton of parking, but there's both a big lot across the street behind the businesses, and a lot behind Real Food Cafe you can park in (which I was unaware of until recently!).

The hollandaise sauce on the eggs Benedict was gross and from a jar. On the menu, it literally…read moresays "made from scratch" hollandaise sauce. When I asked about it, the waitress told me that they stopped doing it six months ago, but it was still on the menu. Waitress actually did a great job with service. She let me sample the hollandaise sauce and honestly, it tasted weird and I probably should've canceled the order. just don't order it, trust me.. for the misrepresentation and the grossness that ruined my breakfast... One star.

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

Ive tried 123 a handful of times now, usually when family comes into town, its easy and it has…read moresomething for everyone on the menu. My usual is the 123 burger, the dill aoili they put on the burger is great. The meat they use taste high quality. Their fries are mid at best, especially if you get them for takeout. Overall the food is a very typical burger, nothing special. It does the job for a lunch or dinner spot but im never aren't particularly excited to go back.

A casual taco focused restaurant that also offers other Mexican dishes, such as burritos, tortas,…read moretamales, and enchiladas. The food is freshly made and flavorful, and the portions are quite large. The restaurant is somewhat small, with 8 tables which seat four, yet they easily accommodated our party of eight people. While the kitchen is small. They were able to handle our large order along with several other families that came in before and after us in a timely manner They are a good place to go for families. The menu is large with a number of different options, and they have a children's menu. They offer various specials throughout the week, such as taco Tuesdays. The restrooms even have changing tables for families with babies. The restaurant is very clean. The service is very friendly. And Gladys was a wonderful host for our large group there for a birthday dinner. We will gladly return the next time we are in Grand Rapids

Ordered a torta. The menu on the wall said it comes with avocado, but the torta did not have…read moreavocado and we were told the menu on the wall is not updated. Should have been told when ordering. Ladies' bathroom did not have toliet paper. Men's bathroom did not hand towels or hand soap. The entrance rug was very dirty. Hope this information helps them improve their restaurant. Best choice is to only order tacos. Won't return.

Excellent service, kooky decor, wonderful, delicious food. I've been please with both take-out and…read moredine-in experiences with GTD and it's quickly become my new go-to for breakfast and brunch, especially on the weekdays. Loved the Mexican-inspired menu offerings, big portions and quality ingredients.

I was so excited when they first opened because I was a frequent flyer at their location in…read moreLansing. I have never had anything I didn't love here and I am grateful that the GR location is so close to my home. The food is top notch and so unique for a breakfast spot. I appreciate that they have vegan options and ways to customize all the food for all my pals with dietary restrictions. I am sad they are closing but I will absolutely make the journey to Lansing to eat at Good Truckin!!

Hole in the wall diner right down the road from my house. It's an incredibly quaint and cozy place…read morethat feels like a true neighborhood diner. The staff and atmosphere are very homey and the food is always well priced and great portions. I tend to overorder whenever I come here but the leftovers still reheat nicely. I'm a big fan of getting the sweet pancakes or sweet griddle options with potatoes or breakfast meat. Everything comes out hot, fresh, and in good time. I think you can order pickup which is actually really cool and I may have to start doing before super long days at work.They have a parking lot right near the restaurant which is very convenient. Overall, I really love Shelley's and think it's a quintessential american diner experience.

The food is great and the service for the most part is too. But one time we went and profanity was…read morebeing flung about by the staff, which is unprofessional.

It has been years since I have been to EC and I'm glad I came back! They revamped their menu and…read morebrought back a lower price point with some of their OG items and I'm really happy they did. The menu is extensive and filled with delicious, comfort meals... including the TV dinners. I saw this and felt like I had to try it! I just got the chicken fingers version and their fried chicken, mac and cheese were sooo good. I even loved the little veggie mix! But the winner, which got me to even order it, was the little brownie that came along with it. A full meal with dessert for such a small amount of $$. I look forward to trying their brunch sometime or coming back to try more of their items again!

We went here on a suggestion from a friend. The menu names are very colorful. The bathroom was even…read moremore colorful (in a quirky cool way). We got the pickle tickle as well as the Southern raw fries (more like deep fried spiral cut potatoes) which were both good. I got the nachos since I tend to get them whenever I go and all were very good. My daughter is vegetarian and they had lots of vegetarian options. Service was good and quick. All 5 stars. They even have their own canned root beer. How cool is that. Unfortunately it was a little too sweet with maple syrup/molasses taste for me (to be fair the waitress forewarned me about the fair. But why not try their signature root beer. I don't regret it one bit). My only issue, which is out of their control was that the parking lot was packed on a Saturday 6pm, so we had to find street parking down the road.

Butcher's Union will always be one of my favorite go-to's. They consistently have amazing food and…read moregreat service. Now that they take reservations online and not just in person, it's so much easier to get a seat! Every time family or friends visit in town this is our first stop. The decor and ambiance is top tier and I wish there were more like it in GR! I highly recommend for a date night or nicer dinner out since it is a nicer place and the prices reflect that somewhat. My favorites are the whipped feta, wagyu sirloin, and the Daisy Du cocktail. For dessert, the bourbon apple crisp and chocolate mouse cake are incredible. But you truly can't go wrong with anything on the menu!

Hype is REAL around Butcher's Union. Came here to visit a friend who just moved into the area! The…read moreambience is very vibey - reminds me of a big city spot specifically DC for whatever reason, ha. I felt like had to try THE burger (BU butcher's beef blend, cheddar, caramelized onions, spicy pickles, creamy aioli, griddled brioche). This ate like a fancy Big Mac - and I mean that in the most complimentary way. So tasty! I, of course, had to add the hand cut fries. These were done VERY well. Also, they had a very SOLID spicy bloody mary. So why only 4 stars then? Welp, best burger in the state still goes to Ricewood (Friday & Saturday only!) - that smoked brisket burger is dang good. I'd come back to BU to try other items and enjoy their patio. Reservations can be made on OpenTable.

Great ambiance, delicious food, and really good service. The filet mignon was cooked perfectly as…read morewas the potato gratins. Great overall dining experience

Finally got a seat at the bar! This place is always packed. They take reservations but not for one…read moreperson. Bar seating is first come first served so I went right after work and got there about 4:45. There were a ton of seats open at the bar. A friend met me at 5pm. We were seated with Fin, the bartender. He was awesome- very attentive but not overbearing. I could tell when he was coming by to peek in on us but he never interrupted our conversation. He would glance over and check our drinks and pause, and then keep moving. I'm sure if I was alone he would've provided me with some banter, he seems nice enough. He recommended a cocktail - The Last Word. I've had one before and this one did not disappoint. The other drinks I had were the espresso martini and the New York sour- both favorites of mine and done very well by Fin. I love that this bar uses frosty glasses for their cocktails. It's a nice touch. I had to have the Wagyu meatballs. They're mentioned in many reviews and people at work agreed they're a must have. My friend wasn't very hungry so I ate 5 out of the 6 haha. The bread that comes w it is a focaccia that is his divine! I thought it was deep fried but it's just soaked in oil and then heated on the griddle. The meatballs are Wagyu 75/25 so kinda fatty but so smooth. They are served with a marinara sauce and ricotta. So good. Would get this again. The menu looks awesome but we were just there for drinks and snacks. Next time I'll make a reservation (Resy) and have dinner. Parking is typically awful. No valet. Bathrooms are multi sex unistalls, clean. The restaurant is noisy- maybe not a great first date spot. Seemed to be a lot of well to do people in the restaurant, based on the outfits and accessories I saw. Might be a place to meet someone new if it wasn't so loud and incredibly busy. It's hard to get a table during dinner hours especially if the weather is perfect. But try your best to get in. They do take walk ins and it's worth an hour wait.

My partner and I are in Grand Rapids visiting his grandparents, who of course go to bed quite…read moreearly, so we decided to have a night out and explore some walking-distance pubs and bars. The Winchester was our second stop of the night and just outstanding! Clean, quaint, and comfortable with great ambience. The cocktail menu was fantastic and we loved the deviled eggs and duck poutine. Overall a wonderful stop on a wonderful street!

I went to the Winchester recently with my parents and had an overall good experience. The interior…read moreis really nice and chic without being overthetop or uninviting. The restaurant itself is in a great location on Wealthy Street with street parking and walkable shops and parks nearby. The menu is eclectic with a variety of different dishes from a multitide of cuisines. We ordered everything from fish sandwiches to butter chicken to gnocchi. Everything was really good and well seasoned but the portions were a little small for the price but still tasty. The service was attentive without being overbearing which was wonderful. I definitely think this would be a nice spot for a casual lunch or get together with friends.