Following the Grand River north out of downtown, the Cheshire Village and Creston districts boast strong, stable residential areas, walkable commercial districts and the largest greenspace within the city of Grand Rapids. The communities here emphasize renovation rather than replacement, so historic touches abound even as more and more businesses invest in the area.
Where to eat in North Quarter
From generations-old eateries to an ever-expanding selection of new restaurants, North Quarter offers something for most every taste.
Creston Brewery
- 1504 Plainfield Ave. NE
Creston Brewery
- 1504 Plainfield Ave. NE
River Rock Dining & Lounge
- 270 Ann St. NW
Cafe Mamo
- 1601 Plainfield Ave. NE
Chicago Beef Joint
- 822 Ottawa Ave. NW
Choo Choo Grill
- 1209 Plainfield Ave. NE
Gaia Cafe - Vegetarian Restaurant
- 1553 Plainfield Ave.
Graydon's Crossing
- 1223 Plainfield Ave. NE
La Huasteca Mexican Restaurant
- 1811 Plainfield Ave. NE
Lucy's
- 1747 Plainfield Ave. NE
Mike's Wings
- 1808 Monroe Ave. NW
Noodlepig
- 601 Bond Ave. NW
Rezervoir Lounge
- 1418 Plainfield Avenue NE
Rika's Chicken & More
- 1634 Coit Ave. NE
River North Public House
- 2115 Plainfield NE
Where to Shop in North Quarter
An eclectic assortment of local shops offers a range of unique products and services.
Creston Market
- 1403 Plainfield Ave. NE
Lions & Rabbits
- 1264 Plainfield Ave. NE
Renee Austin Wedding
- 1555 Plainfield Ave. NE
Spinful Bikes
- 1140 Monroe Ave. NW
StonesThrow Living
- 1428 Plainfield Ave. NE
Sweetland Chocolates & Coffee
- 9 N Main St.
Sweetland Fine Homemade Candies- Main
- 5170 Plainfield Ave.
Switchback Gear Exchange
- 2166 Plainfield Ave. NE
Switchback Gear Exchange
- 2166 Plainfield Ave. NE
Transfigure Print Co.
- 1539 Taylor Ave. N
What to Do in North Quarter
Head to Riverside Park to bike or hike along the river, fish, boat, play disc golf, watch baseball or soccer games, or just soak up nature. It’s the largest park within Grand Rapids city limits and it’s also home to Brewer’s Grove, a collection of trees planted by Grand Rapids breweries with funds raised from selling pints of tree-themed beers.
Take the kids to Aberdeen Park to burn off energy in the summer splash pad and KaBOOM! Playground. There are also tennis and basketball courts, and an urban orchard to explore.
Test your skills at Northfield Lanes, a family-oriented bowling center offering fun and entertainment for all ages
What to See in North Quarter
See the bright-red brick Choo Cho Grill restaurant, which was built in 1924 as the yard office of the Shipman Coal Company.
See authentic Native American art, crafts, music, dance and food during the annual Three Fires Traditional Pow Wow in Riverside Park in June.
Local North Quarter Favorites
Kingma’s Market, an 80-year-old Grand Rapids institution, offers unique local grocery products and a huge selection of domestic and imported beers, wines and cheeses.
Quinn & Tuites Irish Pub, voted best neighborhood bar in Grand Rapids, is known for its live Irish music and broad selection of Irish beers, ciders and whiskeys.
North Quarter Hidden Gems
Briggs Park is one of three city parks with a public outdoor pool for summer swimming.