One of the fastest-growing cities in the state of Michigan is home to a wide variety of shopping, dining, lodging and entertainment options, all easily accessible from downtown Grand Rapids (14 minutes away) and the Gerald R. Ford International Airport (just outside the city limits). Family-friendly and culturally diverse, Kentwood is welcoming to all visitors.
Where to Eat in Kentwood
Choose from more than 80 restaurants of every kind, from global fast-food chains to homegrown independent eateries. Adventurous palates can enjoy ethnic cuisines including Bosnian, Chinese, French, Indian, Italian, Japanese, Mediterranean, Mexican, Nepalese, Thai, Vietnamese and more … all within the space of 20 square miles.
The Red Geranium
- 6670 Kalamazoo Avenue SE
First Wok- Kentwood
- 2207 44th Street SE
JoJo's Pizza
- 5524 South Division Avenue
On the Border - Kentwood
- 3195 28th St SE
Panera Bread - Kentwood
- 3770 28th St. S. E.
Red Lobster - Kentwood
- 3920 28th St SE
Red Robin - Kentwood
- 3195 28th St SE
Mr. Burger- Kentwood
- 1750 44th St. SE
IHOP - Grand Rapids SE
- 5039 28th St SE
Noodles & Company - Grand Rapids SE
- 5070 28th St SE
Olga's Kitchen - Grand Rapids SE
- 3169 28th St SE
Olive Garden - Grand Rapids SE
- 3883 28th St SE
Outback Steakhouse - Grand Rapids SE
- 3650 28th St. SE
Pita House Sami's Gyros - Grand Rapids SE
- 3730 28th St SE
Russ' Restaurant - Grand Rapids SE
- 2750 28th St. SE
Mr. Burger- 28th St.
- 2300 28th St. SW
28th Street Bistro Restaurant & Bar
- 5700 28th St. SE
Dave and Busters
- 3660 28th St. SE
Ganders Grand Rapids
- 4747 28th St. SE
Noto's Old World Italian Dining & Banquet/Conference Facility
- 6600 28th St. SE
Thornapple Brewing Co.
- 6262 28th St. SE
Buddy's Pizza
- 4061 28th St SE
Buffalo Wild Wings - Grand Rapids SE
- 2035 28th St SE
Chili's Grill & Bar®
- 4580 28th St. SE
Chuck E. Cheese - Grand Rapids SE
- 3655 28th St SE
City Barbeque
- 3050 28th St SE
Cold Stone Creamery - Grand Rapids SE
- 2450 28th St SE
Cindy's Donuts & Ice Cream
- 4020 28th St. SE
Cooper’s Hawk Winery & Restaurant
- 4515 28th St. SE
Denny's
- 3900 28th St SE
El Arriero
- 2948 28th St. SE
Faro's Pizza
- 3963 28th St SE
Honey Baked Ham
- 3756 28th St SE
Indian Masala
- 5769 28th St. SE
Where to Shop in Kentwood
The shopping experience in Kentwood begins at Woodland Mall, with 100+ famous brand-name stores, and extends to dozens more shopping options.
What to Do in Kentwood
Play all sorts of arcade games and watch big-screen sports at Dave & Buster’s.
Visit Castaway Bay at Ramada Plaza – the mini waterpark includes an indoor pool and 180-ft high indoor water slide.
Head to Sky Zone Trampoline Park for an indoor, “out-of-the-box,” fun workout.
What to See in Kentwood
See outdoor movies and concerts during the Summer Entertainment Series at the Kentwood branch of Kent District Library.
See your kids squeal with delight on the Splash Pads at Veteran’s Park and Pinewood Park.
See independent films and reduced-price second-run movies at Celebration! Cinema Woodland.
Local Kentwood Favorites
Cascade Winery/Jaden James Brewery features a wide assortment of wine, beer, cider and mead, all made in house.
Kentwood Ice Arena offers public skating on Sundays.
Kentwood Hidden Gems
Asian Delight Marketplace, Kim Nhung Superstore, Korpo’s Imports African Market and Super Green Market are excellent sources of international grocery items.
Both Jaycee Park and Old Farm Park feature challenging disc golf courses.