Where to Find Great Karaoke in Grand Rapids

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.

The B.O.B.

Thursday 9pm-midnight & Friday - Saturday, 9pm-1am

BOB’s Brewery in downtown GR’s Big Old Building hosts karaoke in its downtown game room, which also offers beer pong, foosball, Jenga, shuffleboard and more. Head upstairs for dining, drinking, dancing and laughter at The B.O.B.’s restaurants, nightclubs and comedy club. A cover charge is collected at the door for karaoke.

Log Cabin Bar

Sunday, Monday & Thursday 9pm-1am

Operating since 1938, the Log Cabin Bar keeps the good times rolling with nightly entertainment including karaoke and live music. Guests also enjoy delectable bar food and great drinks. The kitchen is open until 1am every night. Located 10 minutes due south of downtown GR, on Division Ave.

Fulton Street Pub

Thursday - Saturday, 9pm-1am

Fulton Street Pub & Grill, near the Grand Valley State University (GVSU) Pew campus in downtown GR, has been serving Grand Rapids since 1973. Boasting a karaoke database of nearly 40,000 songs, it’s a popular spot for students and karaoke devotees of all ages, who also enjoy a variety of pub grub, draft beers and other beverages.

Play Station Pub

Wednesday - Saturday, 9pm-2am

A longtime West Leonard Street favorite, Play Station Pub is a low-key place to get your karaoke on while enjoying beer, cocktails, mocktails and a food menu filled with munchies, wings, flatbreads and more. Come for karaoke Wednesday-Saturday, come back for game nights Sunday-Tuesday to play various board games.

El Rodeo Mexican Sports Bar & Grille

Sunday

A lively Wyoming spot for authentic south-of-the-border food, drinks and live music in addition to karaoke, El Rodeo is open until midnight on Sundays for your singing pleasure. An “amazing karaoke night … and very tasty wet burritos!” exclaims am El Rodeo fan on Google.

Mulligan’s Pub

Wednesday, 9pm-Midnight

One of Grand Rapids’ favorite dive bars, Mulligan’s hosts “Rock Stage Karaoke” every Wednesday, delivering a fun night of music, singing and cheap drinks. This Eastown joint also offers live music every Thursday-Saturday.

Cheers

Friday, 8-11pm

Located on Plainfield Ave., about 10 minutes from downtown GR, Cheers is a friendly neighborhood restaurant and bar that packs ‘em in for karaoke night. There are lots of TVs so you can keep your eye on the game while you’re awaiting your turn on stage.

Last Chance Tavern & Grill

Friday, 8:30-11:30pm

The Last Chance is a cozy Southtown neighborhood bar and grill serving burgers and other comfort food along with a fine selection of Michigan microbrews and other beverages – perfect fuel for your karaoke adventure.

Gippers Bar & Restaurant

Thursday, 8-11pm

Comfy neighborhood bar/grill in Cascade offers a from-scratch kitchen menu with homemade soups, sandwiches, burgers and more. In addition to karaoke, Gippers features two separate bars, a game room with pool tables and corn hole boards, live music, trivia and poker.

Karaoke Every Night of the Week

You can belt your heart out seven nights a week in Grand Rapids, at the fan-favorite karaoke joints above and these fine establishments: