Kingma’s Market is bringing back SampleFest in Grand Rapids, featuring 25 Michigan companies, free samples, and a chance to meet local makers on April 18.
After more than a dozen years, Grand Butchers in Grand Rapids has closed. The Michigan Street meat shop and deli built a loyal following, with customers now reacting and sharing memories online.
Grand Rapids is getting two new specialty coffee cafés from Wildroast Coffee Co., with a Westside shop opening April 24 and a downtown location planned by year’s end.
A longtime Grand Rapids favorite is closing its doors, but only for now. Beloved British pub, Graydon’s Crossing, is preparing for a full remodel and a reimagined future.
Grand Rapids’ Firebird Bar GR is open on the West Side, serving comfort food, specialty pizzas, and live music. Salad bar and pizza buffet coming March of 2026.
Our Brewing Company is opening a second location in Grand Rapids, taking over Woosah’s Wealthy Street space. The expansion includes a new taproom and “Picnic,” an outdoor food truck courtyard featuring Semi Fredo and Sun Room Suppers.
Lent begins February 18, 2026, and fish fry season is returning to Grand Rapids and West Michigan. Find locations, dates, menus, and prices for Lenten fish fries happening every Friday through April 2.
Butcher’s Union in Grand Rapids ranks No. 11 on Yelp’s 2026 top 100 restaurants, earning praise for meat-forward dishes, weekend brunch, and an impressive whiskey selection.
A Michigan competitive eater took on Tacos Don Jose’s Maximo Burrito in Grand Rapids, a challenge that can weigh more than seven pounds and includes jalapeños, massive portions, and a two-hour time limit.
Discover the 14 soup joints locals in Grand Rapids swear by. From rotating daily soups to pho and ramen, these area restaurants serve delicious bowls that will warm you up fast.
Shake Shack is officially coming to the Grand Rapids area. The fast-casual favorite has signed a 15-year lease for a new drive-thru location in Kentwood near Woodland Mall.