New Amway Grand Plaza Bar Hints at Historic Past
The new Rendezvous bar at Amway Grand Plaza has quickly become a hot spot since opening two weeks ago.
Bowdie’s Chophouse coming to Gaslight Village
The Gaslight Village shopping district in East Grand Rapids will be the home of West Michigan’s newest steakhouse.
Bakery adds delivery service
A local bakery is now offering delivery during breakfast and lunch hours.
Turkish restaurant settles into space
A restaurant that serves food and beverages from the Kurdish region of Turkey has settled into Grand Rapids.
A personal journey
During the midday bustle at Lindo Mexico Restaurante, Gricelda Mata curates her finest show, intersecting art, cuisine, music and spirits.
Popcorn shop opens downtown
A shop full of gourmet treats just popped up downtown.
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.
Pressing matters in cider
For most small businesses, the pandemic presented some incredibly challenging times.
Juice bar moves into new space downtown
A local juice bar is breaking into its new space downtown and expanding its menu.
Chef Profile: No Shortcuts
At Sapporo Ramen & Noodle Bar, chef and co-owner Patrick Rubley wants you to start with the hakata modern — a bowl of ramen in a gorgeous pork bone broth (tonkotsu) that takes 12-18 hours to simmer.
A cultural collision
City Built Brewing’s menu travels from Puerto Rico to Germany.
‘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.
Brewery planning West Side beer hall
A brewery in the area plans to open a “traditional and authentic” German beer hall on Grand Rapids’ West Side.
Downtown restaurant gains approval for dogs on patio
One of the city’s oldest establishments has secured county approval to legally allow dogs on its patio.
Spectrum of spice
Dining review.
Brann’s is renovating its West Side steakhouse
The Brann’s Steakhouse and Grille on Grand Rapids' West Side is getting a makeover.
Smokin’ with Kevin VanderMeer
Kevin VanderMeer has been in the culinary business for more than 36 years. Today, his catering business is smoking.
Pho 616 is a Family Affair
Some men might not want to admit stopping into their parents’ house on a regular basis for a home cooked meal, but Ty Nguyen said he regularly goes to his parents’ house for lunch and dinner.
What’s for dinner?
The best takeout restaurants around town.
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.