Two unique factors make Grand Rapids dining extra special: We're located in the middle of one of the world's best growing regions. And we're home to one of America's finest culinary schools. The result is an astonishing variety of fresh, farm-to-table cuisine for every taste and budget - downtown, around town and along the lakeshore.
Check our Cool City. Hot Eats. page for tips on favorite restaurants, farm markets, craft breweries, wine bars and more. Our My Experience Grand Rapids Blog also offers first-hand experiences of our fantastic food scene!
Don't miss our annual Restaurant Week celebration - the area's best eateries offer special menus at reduced prices.
Bentham's offers a selection of bistro-style dishes with a serene vista of the Grand River. Enjoy salads, sandwiches, pastas, and decadent desserts as you relax and let the world flow by. MORE >>
This family restaurant, a Michigan tradition since 1936, offers breakfast, lunch and dinner. Ohhh Boy! MORE >>
Bistro Bella Vita's specialty is fresh Italian and French cuisine, prepared from scratch, and served in a big-city, casual atmosphere featuring West Michigan's largest martini bar. Visit Bistro Bella Vita and enjoy the "Beautiful Life." MORE >>
Casual dining that speaks comfort. Open for breakfast, lunch, dinner, and drinks. MORE >>
Offering a captivating view of Versluis Lake, this casual restaurant focuses on seasonal produce and a comfort oriented theme menu. The summer and fall seasons offer expansion of seating with a large outdoor patio and bar area. MORE >>
Handmade pasta, outstanding wood-fired pizzas and an array of sandwiches and salads. Daily entree specials as well. Sport's bar, Plasma TV's, Billiard room, seasonal deck, lounge area and live music Tuesday through Saturday. MORE >>
A view of the golf course and a variety of food and beverage services are offered. Their banquet facility is available for private parties, wedding receptions, corporate meetings, and golf outings. MORE >>