Scholar serves up old school favorites
Few restaurants have opened up in Grand Rapids with such a specific approach in mind, particularly one that fit its building so well.
‘Balcony’ bar opens in Grand Rapids
There's a new "retro-themed" bar in downtown Grand Rapids.
Zoko 822 Draws Inspiration From Spain’s Basque Region
Basque Country is nestled in the north of Spain near the western border of France. The autonomous community sits at the foot of the Bay of Biscay and celebrates a culinary culture that’s unique to mainstream exported Spanish cuisine.
Next ‘Detroit-style’ pizzeria set for West Michigan
A second "Detroit-style" pizza restaurant is in the works for West Michigan.
Love’s Ice Cream creates new gelato line
A local ice cream vendor has rolled out a line of frozen dairy-free and vegan desserts geared toward diabetics and keto diet followers.
Spectrum of spice
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Putting The Soul Back In Soul Food
Ever since Trimell Hawkins started spending time with his grandmother in her kitchen, cooking has been an important part of his life. As he grew up, Hawkins noticed he always ended up being the chef for his friends because he loved to entertain.
French restaurant re-launches
The French bistro inside a downtown hotel has been re-imagined.
Dinner Reservations
On a sunny evening in September, Reserve Beverage Director Ben Vanderwaal and Executive Chef Josh Verhulst helped guide a number of dedicated diners through a special Italian Wine Dinner.
Partners open The New Forty Pearl restaurant
An expanded partnership is bringing a new restaurant downtown.
Littlebird: A love story of trains, ramen bars and delicious breakfast
The first thing you see when you enter Littlebird is the bar.
Kitchen hustle
Irie Kitchen is the passion project of chef Vince McIntosh.
Steadfast Supper Club
Chef Matt Overdevest brings the restaurant experience to your home.
Singing and supper
This winter, Grand Rapids’ first Korean barbecue and karaoke joint opened at 169 Louis Campau Promenade in the heart of downtown.
Turkish restaurant settles into space
A restaurant that serves food and beverages from the Kurdish region of Turkey has settled into Grand Rapids.
Chop shop
E.A. Brady’s is a craft butchery serving up fresh cuts for your winter platters.
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.
Comfort cooking
Sometimes you want to go where everybody knows your name — and if you are in the Creston neighborhood, that place is Lucy’s Café. Dani Scott said her goal as head chef is to create a cafe that becomes a source of comfort for the community.
Jonny B’z is closing
Jonny B'z is making way for a new restaurant.
A cultural collision
City Built Brewing’s menu travels from Puerto Rico to Germany.