FOOD + DRINK

Fresh seafood, affordable, too!

When Zully Vielma and Louis Hamper settled in Greenville in 2016, for Louis Hamper, whose mother lived there, it was a homecoming.

Recipe: Spring’s Bounty

Spring brings with it more than just warmer weather and blooming flowers—it ushers in the season of mushrooms.

The Big Easy meets Monroe Center

Want to spot the difference between Cajun food and Creole food? Raphael Jones says to check for tomatoes.

1873: ‘Like stepping into a different era’

Nestled in the heart of Grand Haven, Michigan, the Kirby House is more than just a restaurant—it’s a living piece of the city’s history.

More seating, same hush-hush indulgence

Located at 80 Ottawa Ave NW, Sidebar is one of Grand Rapids' best-kept secrets.

Celebrate 4/20 with ‘high’-ly creative breadstick flavors

At Grand Rapids Magazine, we pride ourselves on keeping our readers in-the-know about the best food deals in town.

For the best bread, Challah!

This year, Easter Sunday and the end of Passover happen to fall on the very same day — a rare overlap of calendars and a beautiful reminder

Save the date: Cider Week 2025

Cider enthusiasts, get ready to experience the ultimate celebration of craft cider in the heart of Michigan’s apple country!

These pretzels are making me thirsty for baseball

Baseball season is here, and while we all love the excitement of the Whitecaps and, of course, the dream of a Detroit Tigers World Series run, there's another kind of excitement this spring

Silva: Let the games begin!

If you haven’t been to Silva yet, you should be having a fairly severe case of FOMO by now.

Blue Porch leaves the light on for foodies

My first impression of Blue Porch Bar & Grill when I walked in? Here I am checking out yet another sports bar.

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Buon Appetito!

It was my birthday, and I had big plans to celebrate with a mix of close friends and family. The venue? A new-to-me spot...

Twenty Years of Excellence

Located at 60 Ottawa Ave NW, Leo’s Seafood Restaurant and Bar has been a beloved fixture in Grand Rapids for 20 years.

Puttin’ on the Rix

One of the more beautiful atmospheres among Greater Grand Rapids restaurants now sits on the third floor of the Ada Hotel.

Stylish & Delicious: Søvengård Reopens

For two years, there has been a lingering question about the Grand Rapids dining scene: “When is Søvengård re-opening?”

CHEERS

More seating, same hush-hush indulgence

Located at 80 Ottawa Ave NW, Sidebar is one of Grand Rapids' best-kept secrets.

Hemingway & Capone Drank Here

There’s a significant piece of Grand Rapids history sitting on West River Drive in Comstock Park.

Cocktails That Sizzle

Sean Lockwood loves old-fashioneds. Especially the Obstacle No. 1 (cocktail) at Obstacle No. 1 (cocktail bar) in Holland.

Historic Comstock Park Watering Hole Reopens

A beloved Grand Rapids institution is back in business after a hiatus from the local drinking and dining scene.

MUST TRY

The Big Easy meets Monroe Center

Want to spot the difference between Cajun food and Creole food? Raphael Jones says to check for tomatoes.

A Toast to Roasted

Today my dining journeys have brought me to Roasted Sports Bar.

Taste of Chicago in GR

Looking for an authentic taste of Chicago in Grand Rapids? Look no further than Chicago Beef Joint.

Five Must-Visit Latin American Hotspots

Ready to ditch the holiday leftovers and treat yourself to something exciting?