An iconic GR staple. Great food. Great beer. Great vibes. Take a tour of the place if it fits your fancy.
No frills dive bar, tell them Murphy sent you.
Exceptional New American restaurant on the river. Crisp cocktails and an encompassing menu, one of our favorite date spots.
I know, we get it, BEER. Another cool place to tour and drink.
One of our first date places. Enjoy a burger and a brew (we love the sours) inside an old, renovated church. Very cool.
We were regulars at this spot when we lived above them. Awesome beers, great people, and a cool spot on the river to hang out. Grab a pack 'n go or stay with a pint a grab a board game.
Wood fired pizza and homemade brews. One of our favorite places for date night. Aloha goat pizza and a pretzel with cheese is our go-to. We're sure you'll find a beer you like too.
Want to transport yourself to a Hawaiian Island tiki resort? You never know what the weather may hold in March, so forget about it with a tropical drink in a 3-story island paradise. It's a fun spot to hang with a group. Not to mention, the huli huli ribs and mac 'n cheese are *chef's kiss*. We do recommend making a reservation.
Whether you want a breakfast to go, or a cozy spot to eat, you will not be disappointed. Fresh, local eatery specializing in breakfast and lunch only. We used to live in the apartments above here when we were dating and let us tell you, 'Field and Fire Fridays' were a lovely, but dangerous thing. Their vanilla latte and breakfast burrito will rock your socks off.
Best breakfast in GR. Worth the wait. Nothin' fancy on the inside, but you'll understand after a cup of hazelnut coffee and a skillet.
Chicken and waffles. Enough said
Chick-Fil-A is shaking in their boots. In case you wanted to know our guilty pleasure, this restaurant is our go- to spot. The best chicken sandwich of your life, hands down. Did we mention it's down the street from our house? Dangerous.
Griffins games, concerts, and shows, oh my! Check out what's going on in town Thursday- Sunday and see if you can catch something you like at this great venue!
"The Frederik Meijer Gardens and Sculpture Park offer indoor and outdoor space that can be enjoyed year-round. The outdoor gardens showcase flowers and peaceful green spaces through a variety of garden styles. Outdoor sculptures are set in the beautiful natural scenery, backed by trees and waterways, with winding paths. The five story Lena Meijer Conservatory provides a tropical setting with exotic plants from around the world. Indoor sculpture galleries feature bronze sculptures by internationally renowned artists."
In case you didn't know, Grand Rapids is where former president, Gerald R. Ford, is from. If museums are your thing, or presidential history, check it out! There are also other museums in the city like: The Children's Museum, the Grand Rapids Public Museum, and the Grand Rapids Art Museum.
Open all year round, this outdoor farmer's market is a great spot to get all the local produce and gems. If it's not too cold, brave the weather on a Saturday morning/afternoon for some treats!
Grand Rapids is home to some beautiful architecture and the preservation of these homes is a sight to see. Both the Heritage Hill District and the Cherry Hill district are great walking neighborhoods to see these historic homes. In particular, take a tour of tis Frank Lloyd Wright home: "The Meyer May House was designed by Frank Lloyd Wright and built in 1908 for a wealthy clothier. The original structure was a modest-sized Prairie-style home that was gradually altered and added to over the years. The home was later purchased and painstakingly restored to its original form after two years of research. Today, the building is open to the public at no charge, complete with original and reproduction furniture. Visitors can also admire the 108 windows and skylights, products of Wright's love for using leaded glass. There is also a film that chronicles the history and restoration of the property, including its grounds, which now sit as they did when the house was first built."
A gem of a hotel and historic luxury. Not only is it beautiful, but it boasts a rooftop restaurant (MDRD), a steakhouse (Ruth's Chris), and a spa. A reservation is needed for all of the above.