Whether you’re a seasoned karaoke pro or a nervous novice, you’ll find plenty of restaurants and bars around Grand Rapids in which to sing your heart out. You don’t even have to get on stage yourself to have a great time – you can just sit back and enjoy some free entertainment while you indulge in delicious food and/or drink.

We asked local karaoke afficionados to share their favorite places to sing and soak up the party vibes. Whether you live here or you’re just visiting, these venues will make you feel welcome, comfortable and confident to take the stage.

Play Station Pub

Wednesday - Saturday, 9pm-2am

Play Station Pub  is a casual, laid-back bar in the West Leonard neighborhood. There are lots of late-night food options for karaoke fans, plus a great selection of adult beverages as well as non-alcohol beers and mocktails. Fun, friendly and not-at-all intimidating.

Exterior view of Fulton Street Pub & Grill sign and front entrance.

Sing the night away at Fulton Street Pub, a short distance from the downtown GVSU campus.

Photo by Brian Craig for Experience Grand Rapids

Fulton Street Pub & Grill 

Thursday - Saturday, 9 PM-1am

Fulton Street Pub & Grill , near the Grand Valley State University (GVSU) Pew campus in downtown GR, has a karaoke database of nearly 40,000 songs. Popular with students and karaoke devotees of all ages, it serves up a variety of pub grub, draft beers and other beverages.

Cesar’s Pub

Wednesday, 8pm-midnight; Friday & Saturday, 9pm-1am

Situated in the Standale business district six miles west of downtown GR, Cesar’s Pub is a neighborhood hangout that manages to make newcomers feel right at home. Munchies, burgers, hot dogs and sandwiches pair perfectly with beers and seasonal cocktails.

K-Rock

If you don't go to K-Rok for the delicious food, go for the karaoke!

Photo by Addison Causley for Experience GR

K-Rok Korean Barbecue & Karaoke

Tuesday - Saturday, starting at 5 PM

The only local destination with karaoke in its name adopts the Korean tradition of noraebang, or “singing rooms.” Instead of singing your heart out in front of strangers, K-Rok  lets you reserve one of three private rooms to harmonize together with up to 12 friends and family members. Reservations are for two-hour blocks and the music library includes everything from American Top 40 to K-Pop, and you’ll be served food and drinks in your singing room.

Chicago Beef Joint

Monday, 7-11pm

DJ Mikey expertly emcees karaoke night at Chicago Beef Joint in downtown GR. “Cold beer, good people, what more can you ask for?” he asks – and the answer is authentic Chicago-style sandwiches and hot dogs, which are in abundant supply all night long here.

Bobarino’s Pizzeria

Thursday, 9pm-midnight

Bobarino’s Pizzeria in downtown GR’s The B.O.B. (Big Old Building) kicks of Thursday nights with free trivia at 7pm before segueing into karaoke at 9. Settle in with a wood-fired pizza and your favorite drink(s) for an entertaining night out.

Z’s Bar & Restaurant

Tuesday - Thursday, 10pm-2am

Performers love Z’s karaoke stage , located in front of its large, circular bar. The atmosphere is cozy and welcoming, there’s patio seating in the warmer months, and it’s within walking distance to many downtown GR hotels and museums.

Exterior of Log Cabin in Grand Rapids
Log Cabin's Interior in Grand Rapids

Doing business since 1938, Log Cabin offers karaoke, live music, and other fun events.

Photo by Brian Craig for Experience Grand Rapids

Karaoke Every Day of the Week

In addition to the popular spots above, you can find karaoke around town at these establishments throughout the week:

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday

As you can see, Grand Rapids has plenty of opportunities for karaoke and this list isn’t comprehensive by any means. Dates and times may change, please contact the individual businesses before you go.