Nestled near the convergence of the Grand and Thornapple Rivers, Ada combines natural scenic beauty with a picturesque downtown. There are several hundred acres of public land and miles of waterway to explore, plus quaint shops, art galleries, unique restaurants and more – all just 13 minutes east of downtown Grand Rapids.
Where to Eat in Ada
A small but diverse collection of restaurants reflects the upscale demographics of the community. You’ll find delicious interpretations of American, Asian and Mediterranean cuisines.
Schnitz Ada Grill
- 597 Ada Drive SE
Zeytin Turkish Restaurant
- 400 Ada Drive SE
JamNBean Coffee Company- Ada
- 590 Ada Drive SE
Ning Ye Chinese Restaurant
- 6747 Fulton St. E
Papa K's Pizza
- 497 Pettis Ave. SE
Scooper's Ice Cream Shoppe
- 591 Ada Dr. SE
Vitale's Pizza - Ada
- 400 Ada Dr. SE
Where to Shop in Ada
Small, homegrown businesses cater to the needs of residents and visitors.
Village Bike & Fitness-North
- 5278 Plainfield Ave. NE
Grand Rapids Bicycle Company - Ada
- 597 Ada Dr. SE
Georgie's Consignment Clothing
- 7504 Thornapple River Dr. SE
Godwin Plumbing & Hardware
- 577 Ada Dr. SE
Ted's Sports Cards
- 7190 Headley St. SE
Village Kids Consignment Boutique
- 408 Ada Dr. SE
Heather Lane Pottery
- 7199 Thornapple River Dr SE
What to Do in Ada
Create your own pottery and glass works of art at The Mud Room – it’s fun for all ages.
Explore more than 400 acres of woods, fields and wetlands on natural-surfaced trails in Seidman Park.
Enjoy handcrafted sweet or hard cider and homemade donuts at Sietsema Orchards & Cider Mill.
What to See in Ada
See the Ada Covered Bridge, a 125-foot truss bridge erected in 1867 – it was the main thoroughfare across the Thornapple River until 1930.
See the Welcome Center at Amway World Headquarters – 20+ interactive exhibits and 160 videos tell the story of the local business that became a global phenomenon.
See local musicians play outdoors during Ada’s Music on the Lawn summer concert series – Tuesday evenings from June through August.
Local Ada Favorites
The Ada Famers Market, open on summer-to-fall Tuesdays, features more than 35 vendors.
The Ada Historical Society and Averill Historical Museum include exhibits, photo collections, a garden and gift shop.
Ada Hidden Gems
Roselle Park is a 240-acre nature preserve with a silo observation deck, wetland observation deck and paved path to the Grand River.
The E.E. Locke Arboretum at Ada Township Park, featuring 50+ tree species from around the world, is a wonderful place for botanical investigations and quiet relaxation.