Matchbox Diner Delights Over Drinks, Deli Sandwiches and Dill Havarti Omelets
Matchbox Diner and Drinks owner and executive chef Eric Chaitin knows the Grand Rapids food scene better than most. Originally from the North Shore of Chicago, he served as the executive chef at Rose's on Reeds Lake and later at the Watermark Country Club. He’s since snapped up West Michigan favorites like Ottawa Beach Inn in Holland and the dockside Mermaid Bar and Grill in Saugatuck.
Popcorn shop opens downtown
A shop full of gourmet treats just popped up downtown.
Greek restaurant closes doors
A husband-and-wife team has closed their Greek restaurant in a Grand Rapids neighborhood.
Six.One.Six Transforms Into French Bistro
Get ready to savor the splendor of French cuisine right here in Grand Rapids. JW Marriott’s restaurant, six.one.six, is transforming into a French bistro with new menu offerings of curated French cuisine.
The art of cake
Lincoln Alexander creates more than delectable goodies; his cakes are sculptural feats.
Chop shop
E.A. Brady’s is a craft butchery serving up fresh cuts for your winter platters.
A cultural collision
City Built Brewing’s menu travels from Puerto Rico to Germany.
Danzón Cubano Transports Your Taste Buds to Havana
One of the best parts of traveling is trying the cuisines of other places. But for many people the ability to travel is limited. Stefan Nava said that is one of the inspirations behind Danzón Cubano.
American-style restaurant and bar opening downtown
A “casual pub” serving American-style food is hosting a grand opening this week in downtown Grand Rapids.
Pind Indian Cuisine opens doors downtown
A “fine dining” Indian restaurant has opened in downtown Grand Rapids.
The Grand Woods Lounge is planning another location
The Grand Woods Lounge in downtown Grand Rapids plans to open a second location in West Michigan.
‘Patriotic’ barbecue restaurant opening on East Beltline
A “patriotic”-themed barbecue chain that gives back to “America’s heroes” is opening a Grand Rapids location this month.
Jonny B’z is closing
Jonny B'z is making way for a new restaurant.
‘Superfood café’ opening doors
A “superfood café” is about to open in Grand Rapids.
A downtown Beacon
Grand Rapids is not flush with seafood spots.
New barbecue restaurant closes
An “urban barbecue” restaurant has closed after being open for five months.
A Cut Above!
Bridge Street. A sunny summer Sunday in Grand Rapids. Today's food and beverage destination: Butcher's Union.
Four Brothers opening second location
Eighteen years is a long time to wait between opening locations.
Social House
The new restaurant hopes to overcome the seemingly cursed location.
Pinktail Poke coming to Downtown Market
The owner of a seafood emporium and a butcher shop inside the Grand Rapids Downtown Market is planning a restaurant concept.