Your guide to Grand Rapids area restaurants.
French country cassoulet at Restaurant Toulouse in Saugatuck.
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57 Brew Pub & Bistro — Features locally sourced, upscale pub fare that includes several vegetarian and gluten-free options. Full menu of appetizers, flatbreads, salads, sandwiches, wraps, burgers, fish and traditional Danish dishes, as wood-fired pizza and pub standards. Open 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. Monday-Thursday, 11 a.m. to midnight Friday-Saturday, noon to 8 p.m. Sunday. 1310 West Washington St., Greenville, 712-6226, 57brewpub.com. $-$$
84 East Food and Spirits — Cuisine that favors Mediterranean countries in a restaurant decorated with Holland memorabilia; pizza, pasta, salads and desserts. Closed Sunday. 84 E. Eighth St., 396-8484, 84eastpasta.com. $
8th Street Grille — Casual Holland restaurant serves a wide variety of dinners plus super-size sandwiches, appetizers, soups and desserts. Open daily. 20 W. Eighth St., Holland, 392-5888, 8thstreetgrille.com. $
Alpenrose — Fine-dining establishment in downtown Holland has a touch of Bavaria in the decor and adjacent cafe and retail shop; menu includes a wide array of European-influenced dishes and traditional German cuisine. Open daily. 4 E. Eighth St., Holland, 393-2111, alpenroserestaurant.com. $$
Arboreal Inn — Recently reinvented restaurant serves classic and contemporary entrees and desserts, and features an extensive wine and craft beer list. Open for dinner. Closed Sunday. 18191 174th Ave., Spring Lake, 842-3800, thearborealinn.com. $$, $$$
Bangkok Taste — Spicy or mild, bold tastes await in this unassuming little eatery that boasts a menu with dozens of dishes, including chicken, duck and vegetarian options. 674 Baldwin St., Jenison, 667-8901, bangkoktastes.com. $, $$
Beechwood Inn/Coyote Cafe — Geared for family dining, the Beechwood features an extensive and varied menu with seafood, steaks, sandwiches, chicken, ribs and burgers. Closed Sunday. 380 Douglas Ave., Holland, 396-2355, bwoodinn.com/coyotecafe.htm. $$
Belvedere Inn and Restaurant — The 1913 Italianate mansion features old woodwork, tall ceilings and antiques; meat-and-potatoes combinations accented with global ingredients, in-house pastries. Hours vary. 3656 63rd St., Saugatuck, (269-857-5777, thebelvedereinn.com. $$, $$$
The Bib — A dynamic hodgepodge of seafood, pizza, pasta, sandwiches and steak at kind-of-kitschy crab shack pub. Open daily. 11 126th Ave., Wayland, on west side of Gun Lake, (269-792-8181, bibrestaurant.com. $, $$
Bil-Mar Restaurant — On the beach, this Grand Haven restaurant offers seafood and fish entrees, prime rib and steaks and surf-and-turf favorites. Open Monday-Saturday, Sundays beginning in May. 1223 S. Harbor St., Grand Haven, 842-5920, bil-margrandhaven.com. $$, $$$
Boatwerks Waterfront Restaurant — Casual family-friendly dining spot on Lake Macatawa features a varied menu, a great view and a vintage motor boat theme. Open daily. 216 Van Raalte Ave., Holland, 396-0600, boatwerksrestaurant.com. $, $$
Bostwick Lake Inn — Leisurely dining, great view overlooking Bostwick Lake in a historic summer place. Separate menus for dining room and seasonal deck; offerings include pork chops, ribs and steak. Open daily. 8521 Belding Road NE, 874-7290, bostwicklakeinn.com. $, $$
Butch’s Dry Dock — American cuisine in downtown Holland, extensive wine list. Closed Sunday. 44 E. Eighth St., Holland, 396-8227, butchs.net. $$, $$$
The Butler — Home of the famous Butler burger, this Saugatuck staple overlooking the Kalamazoo River offers a wide selection of seafood, steaks, sandwiches, soups, salad and more. 40 Butler St., Saugatuck, 269-857-3501, thebutlerrestaurant.com. $, $$
Chequers of Saugatuck — A touch of London in downtown Saugatuck comes from a menu with United Kingdom flavor and a dark, wooded, British pub atmosphere to match. Open daily in summer months, open Thursday-Sunday in winter. 220 Culver St., Saugatuck, 269-857-1868, chequersofsaugatuck.com. $$
CityVu Bistro — Tapas-style menu categorized as starts, salads and flatbreads, plus entree dishes served in a contemporary setting atop CityFlats Hotel. Open daily. 61 E. Seventh St., Holland, 796-2114, cityflatshotel.com. $$
Clifford Lake Inn — A designated Michigan historic site, this restaurant and inn combination on Clifford Lake in Montcalm County offers steak, ribs, seafood and more in a casual setting. Open daily. 561 Clifford Lake Drive, Stanton, 989-831-5151, cliffordlakeinn.net. $$
Coral Gables — Popular Saugatuck dining spot offers spectacular view of the waterfront and casual ambience. A varied menu features sandwiches, pizza, fish and steaks. Outside dining overlooking the marina. Open daily. 220 Water Street, Saugatuck, 269-857-2162, coralcablessaugatuck.com. $, $$
Corner Landing — The “Ionia Corners” casual dining restaurant serves good dinners at reasonable prices. Open daily. 128 W. Grand River, Ionia, 527-2169. $, $$
County Seat — Varied menu that includes Italianand Mexican cuisine, steak and an award-winning chocolate dessert. Open daily. 128 Jefferson St., Hastings, 269-948-4042. $$
Crazy Horse Steak House and Saloon — Decorated “stable” in greater Holland area; casual and family-oriented with hearty Western fare such as ribs, steaks and seafood. Closed Sunday. 2027 North Park Drive, 395-8393, crazyhorsesteakhouse.com. $$
Creveling’s — Home of The Big Ugly Burger, a one-third pound burger with ham, turkey and bacon, and Swiss, American and cheddar cheeses topped with “ugly sauce” on a pretzel bun. Also offer sandwiches, salads and entrees. Open daily. 134 E. Division Ave., Sparta, 887-8030. $
Curragh Irish Pub — Traditional Irish pub featuring Irish and American entrees, desserts and draft beers from around the world. Open daily. 73 E. Eighth St., Holland, 393-6340, curraghholland.com. $, $$
Downtown Trini’s — A diverse Mexican-based menu and plenty of atmosphere are the marks of this downtown Sparta eatery that has become a favorite dining spot in West Michigan, largely by word of mouth; from standard fare such as wet burritos to some specialty tacos. Closed Sunday and Monday. 148 E. Division Ave., Sparta, 887-2500, downtowntrinis.com. $
Driftwood Bar & Grill — Varied menu featuring steaks, burgers, wings, fish and more. Outdoor deck overlooks Little Muskegon River. Open daily, live entertainment on Sundays. 7456 S. Croton Hardy Drive, Newaygo, 231-652-2686. $$
Everyday People Cafe — A popular, hip spot spot in Douglas known for its eclectic entrees, each item made from scratch. Open daily. 11 Center St., Douglas, 269-857-4240, everydaypeoplecafe.com. $$
Fall Creek — American and Italian cuisine, including extensive pasta menu, specialty pizzas, sandwiches and entrees, featuring steaks, seafood and chicken. Closed Sunday and Monday. 201 S. Jefferson St., Hastings, 269-945-0100, fallcreekdining.com. $$
Flat River Grill — Located in a restored historic building in downtown Lowell, this eatery is part of the Gilmore collection of area restaurants; menu features salads, “small plate” appetizers, pork, pasta and seafood; patio dining along the river. Open daily. 201 E. Main St., 897-8523, thegilmorecollection.com. $, $$
Fricano’s — Pizza specialty place has one item on the menu — a 12-inch thin-crust pizza with limited options for toppings; due to popularity of the restaurant, be prepared to stand in line outside for 20 to 30 minutes. Closed Sunday. Grand Haven, 842-8640. $
Goog’s Pub & Grub — Sports-themed restaurant featuring 25 burgers including one doozy topped with onions and peanut butter. Kids get free baseball cards. Open for lunch and dinner. Closed Sunday. 667 Hasting Ave., Holland. 546-3422, googspubandgrub.com. $-$$.
Grant Depot — Known for good homemade food at reasonable prices, this is an old railroad depot, and the spirit of a day gone by lives on in photos, memorabilia and a small electric train circling one of the dining rooms overhead. Open daily. 22 W. Main St., Grant, 231-834-7361. $
The Dining Room at Clearbrook — Golf-course adjacent restaurant with fantastic views features upscale, innovative fare that changes monthly. Open daily. 6494 Clearbrook Drive, Saugatuck, 269-857-2000, clearbrookgolfclub.com. $$$
The Grand Seafood & Oyster Bar — Uptown ambience graces this intimate dining spot in the former Grand Theatre in downtown Grand Haven. Specializing in fresh fish, seafood, sushi and steak; also features a raw bar. Open daily. 22 Washington Ave., Grand Haven, 847-8944, harborrestaurants.com. $-$$$
The Grill House — Grill-your-steak house near Allegan offers top cuts of rib, loin and sirloin that diners select from the butcher’s display case in the grill room; each dinner comes with an array of side dishes; chicken, pork and seafood also available. Open daily. 1071 M-40, Allegan, 269-686-9192, grillhouse.net. $$, $$$
The Grill Room — The pricier side to The Kirby Grill in downtown Grand Haven specializes in steak and seafood dishes. Open after 5 p.m. daily. 2 Washington St., 846-3299, thegilmorecollection.com. $$
Gringo’s Grill — Located near the Lakeshore Mall, this new eatery puts a unique twist on Latin American favorites. Guacamole prepared tableside is a standout. Open daily. 2863 West Shore Drive, Holland, 994-9722, gringosgrill.net. $
Huckleberry’s — Burgers, prime rib, steamed shrimp, soup, salads and appetizers. Open daily. 112 S. Lafayette St., Greenville, 754-0558. $
Hudsonville Grille — Casual dining spot is family friendly and offers a variety of favorite American foods such as steak, burgers, salads, chicken and fish, all at reasonable prices. Closed Sunday. 4676 32nd Ave., Hudsonville, 662-9670, hudsonvillegrille.com. $
Jack’s Restaurant — Waterfront dining at the Holiday Inn, in Spring Lake, features an eclectic menu with fresh fish and seafood, steaks and a number of specialty dishes. Open Monday-Saturday; Sundays after Memorial Day. 940 W. Savidge, Spring Lake. 846-1370. $,$$
Jonny G's Grill - Casual dining spot offers "comfort food in a comfortable atmosphere," specializing in burgers, thin-crust pizza and quesadillas. Closed Sunday. 1145 South Washington St., Ste. A, Holland. 616-392-3040, jonnygsgrill.com. $, $$
JW’S Food and Spirits — Award winning white chili, American fare with a highlight on seafood, soups and outstanding desserts. Closed Sunday. 6 N. Seventh St., Grand Haven, 846-3380, jwsfoodandspirits.com. $
Kirby Grill — Downtown Grand Haven spot features three restaurants in one. The Grill is a casual choice offering a wide selection of American fare, appetizers, fish and pasta; located in a hotel dating back to the 1870s. Open daily. 2 Washington Ave. SE; 846-3299, thegilmorecollection.com. $
Lamplight Grill — Seafood, chicken, steak, salads, sandwiches and more. Open daily. 314 W. Main St., Ionia; 523-2233, lamplightgrill.com. $
Latitudes Roadhouse and Steelheads Sports Tavern — A sportsbar and tavern with steak, ribs, pasta, seafood and more; serving lunch and dinner in a casual setting. Open every day. 101 E. Edgerton Road, Howard City, 231-937-7056, latitudes-steelheads.com. $
London Grill — This lively outpost of the British Empire offers Indian food with proper English sensibilities, everything from curry to fish and chips. Open daily. 200 E. Bridge St., Plainwell, 269-685-1877, london-grill.com. $$
Marro’s — Longtime Saugatuck restaurant serves authentic Italian food, fresh-baked garlic rolls and bruschetta and scratch pizzas made with an extensive range of toppings, from portobello mushrooms to Canadian bacon; open mid-April through October, closed Monday. 147 Waters St., 269-857-4248, marrosrestaurant.com. $$
McDuff’s Bar & Grille — Mexican and American fare plus specialty pizzas. Open daily. 105 E. Superior St., Wayland, 269-792-2257. $
Mermaid Bar and Grill — Waterfront restaurant in Saugatuck provides casual seafood dining. Hours vary during summer and winter months, 340 Water St., Saugatuck, 269-857-8208, mermaidofsaugatuck.com. $$
Monroe’s — Kitschy diner-style restaurant featuring ’50s decor; kid-friendly; known for hearty rib racks. Closed Wednesdays, also closed 3-4 p.m. daily; 302 Culver St., Saugatuck, 269-857-1242. $-$$
New Holland Brewing Co. — Gourmet pizza, burgers, sandwiches, salads. Open daily. 66 E. Eighth St., Holland, 355-6422, newhollandbrew.com. $
Noel —Christmas-themed Jamestown restaurant in a converted church offers family-style lunch and dinner. Closed Sunday and Monday; reservations suggested. 2371 Riley St., Jamestown, 896-6427, noelrestaurant.com. $, $$
Northern Trails Bar and Grill — Restaurant near Newaygo offers a varied menu featuring sandwiches, salads, pizza and burgers, as well entrees such as pot roast, ribs and fish. Family-friendly ambience and reasonable prices. Open daily. 7242 E. 88th St. (M-82), Newaygo. 231-937-7604.
Old Boys’ Brewhouse — Dining on the channel connecting Spring Lake and the Grand River to Lake Michigan; most food items have pets’ names, such as Fido’s Fritters, Woofer’s Walleye and Spike’s Shrimp; limited offering of desserts; home-brewed beers. Open Sundays in summer. 971 W. Savidge Road, Spring Lake, 850-9950, old-boys.net. $, $$
Old Iron Bar and Grill — Steak, grilled chicken, beer battered wraps and appetizers, homemade french fries. Open 11 a.m. to 2 a.m. daily. 189 South Maple, Grant, (231) 834-5388. facebook.com/OldIronBarGrill $
Olivera’s Pizzeria & Sports Pub — Neighborhood hotspot with a large array of salads, pizza, sandwiches and pastas and a lively sports bar vibe. Open daily. 119 N. Dexter, Ionia; 522-3000, oliverassportspub.com. $, $$.
The Original Su Casa Restaurant — Traditional Mexican dishes from authentic enchiladas, burritos, fajitas and quesadillas to soups and Mexican sandwiches. Open daily. 1012 S. Washington Ave., Holland, 616-994-8575. $$
Peppino’s Ristorante Pizzeria and Sports Lounge — Casual dining spot offers Peppino’s popular pizza as well as many other Italian favorites. 5053 Lake Michigan Drive NW, Allendale, 895-1615, peppinospizza.com.
Pereddies — Italian eatery on Washington Square offers chicken, pasta and fish; Italian grocery and gift shop. Closed Sunday. 447 Washington Ave., Holland, 394-3061, pereddiesrestaurant.com. $$
Phil's Bar and Grille - A casual favorite in downtown Saugatuck, featuring Angus burgers, steak, seafood, broasted chicken. 215 Butler St., Saugatuck, 269-857-1555, philsbarandgrille.com. $, $$
Phil’s Galley — Breakfast, lunch and a dinner menu that specializes in fish entrees, homemade soups and desserts. Open daily. 139 E. Court St., Hastings, 269-945-9022. $, $$
Piper — Great view of Lake Macatawa; wood-oven pizzas are a favorite. Open Tuesday through Saturday from September through April; open seven days May-August. 2225 South Shore Drive, Holland, 335-5866, piperrestaurant.com. $$
Porto Bello — Located in downtown Grand Haven, this restaurant offers a casual atmosphere in an old piano factory with a view of the Grand River channel. Pasta, chicken, veal and pizza. Open daily. 41 Washington St., 846-1221, enjoyportobello.com. $$
Pruebelo — Family friendly atmosphere with California style Mexican. Known for wet burritos. Closed Sunday. 510 W. Savidge St., Spring Lake; 846-9800. $
Public — Zeeland's first downtown restaurant opened by Lucas Grill, former general manager of the 1913 Room. Public combines classic American comfort foods with an upscale atmosphere. Open 11:30 a.m. to 10 p.m. Monday-Thursday and 11:30 a.m. to 11 p.m. Friday and 4 p.m. to 11 p.m. Saturday. Closed Sunday. 131 E. Main Ave., Zeeland; 616-741-9772. $$
Red Anchor Inn — Located between Croton Dam and Hardy Dam in the beautiful Muskegon River area; pasta, steak, seafood, pizza, burgers, burritos in a casual setting. Open daily, except Tuesday. 6195 Croton Hardy Drive, Newaygo, 231-652-6675. $, $$
Restaurant Toulouse — Everything is made from scratch in this converted 1900 livery, where the French-trained chef and his staff custom-cut the meat. Open daily, but hours vary. 248 Culver St., Saugatuck, 269-857-1561, restauranttoulouse.com. $$$
Rosebud Bar and Grill — Dinner choices include lots of pasta dishes, sandwiches, pizzas, prime rib and barbecued ribs, homemade soups and dressings for salad and a limited dessert menu. Open daily. 100 Washington St., Grand Haven, 846-7788, rosebudbargrill.com. $, $$
Salt and Pepper — A comfortable, neighborhood pub featuring appetizers, burgers, pasta or prime rib. Open 11 a.m.-9:30 p.m. Monday-Thursday, 11 a.m.-10 p.m. Friday and Saturday; bar open until 11 p.m. Closed Sunday. 11539 E. Lakewood Blvd., Holland. 616-355-5501, saltandpepperpub.com. $$
Salt of the Earth — The locally-sourced and homemade ethos extends from the locally ground coffee to the trademark “seedy salt” bread and from martinis to entrees at this wonderful bakery, restaurant and night spot, where live entertainment often is featured on weekends. Open daily. 114 E Main St., Fennville; 269-561-7258, saltoftheearthfennville.com. $$, $$$
Sandhill Cafe — Gun Lake Casino’s sit-down restaurant offers a quiet oasis amid the bustle of the popular casino and features huge menus with both meat-and-potato staples and fun bistro fare. 1123 129th Ave. Wayland, 269-792-7777 www.gunlakecasino.com/sandhill.php. $, $$
Sandy Point Beach House - Get steaks and fresh seafood for dinner, burgers and sandwiches for lunch at this eatery on Pigeon Lake. Closed Mondays. 7175 Lakeshore Ave., West Olive, 796-8210, sandypointbeachhouse.com, $, $$.
Schuberg’s Bar & Grill — A Big Rapids legend for more than 75 years. Famous for burgers, walleye, prime rib, and homemade chili and seafood chowder. Open daily. 109 N. Michigan Ave, Big Rapids. 231- 796-5333. $, $$.
Seasonal Grille — The name reflects its owner’s passion for seasonally fresh and locally-sourced ingredients for its Italian cuisine, and the restaurant is as lovely as its dishes are tasty. Open daily. 150 W. State St., Hastings. 269-948-9222, seasonalgrille.com. $, $$
Snug Harbor — Situated along the Grand River channel to Lake Michigan, this is one of the few Grand Haven restaurants on the waterfront. Varied menu. Open daily. 311 S. Harbor Drive; 846-8400, harborrestaurants.com. $$
Spectators Sports Bar and Grill — The dining hall is decorated with sports memorabilia and about a dozen TV sets; a bar menu with soups and desserts is featured. Open daily. 6432 Blue Star Highway, Saugatuck, 269-857-5001, spectatorsrestaurant.com. $$
Terrace Grill at Bay Pointe Inn — Beautiful views of Gun Lake and a menu that offers a nice selection of appetizers, salads, pasta, prime rib, baby-back ribs, fish, beef and poultry dishes. Open daily. 11456 Marsh Road, Shelbyville, 269-672-5202, baypointeinn.com. $$, $$$
Theodore’s — Upscale restaurant that features an eclectic mix of Spanish-, American- and Mediterranean-influenced dishes. Closed Sunday. 217 E. 24th St., Holland; 392-6883, theodoresholland.com. $$, $$$
Turk’s — Quirky decor offers oodles of charm at Turk’s of Holland (sister restaurant to Nunica’s long-standing Turk’s Inn), plates are large and fairly priced and the house-made desserts are delicious. 977 Butternut Drive, Holland. 796-8558. www.turks-inn.com. $, $$
Two Tonys Taverna Grille — Italian and Greek foods with some American fare, extensive wine list, full-service bar. Closed Sunday. 723 E. Savidge St., Spring Lake, 844-0888. $,$$
Walldorff Brewpub and Bistro — Nearly everything is bistro chic redefining frites, steaks and fish fillets with a modern take. The pub brews four to five handcrafted ales. Open daily. 105 E. State St., Hastings, 269-945-4400, walldorffbrewpub.com. $, $$
Water Tower Grille — A great place to grab a burger, a beer and more after a golf game, Candlestone Golf and Resort’s restaurant offers casual dining. Open daily. 8100 Storey Road, Belding, 794-1580. $, $$
The What Not Inn — Lively spot in the country near Lake Michigan offers full dinner menu; frequent live entertainment. Closed Tuesday. 2405 68th St., Fennville, 269-543-3341, whatnotinn.com. $, $$
White House Bistro — Ever-changing menu, eclectic mix of various ethnic dishes, wine bar featuring house wines, live entertainment. Open Thursday-Sunday. 148 Griffith St., Saugatuck, 269-857-3240, whitehousebistro.com. $$, $$$
Wick’s Park Bar and Grille — Restaurant in downtown Saugatuck offers fresh lake perch, an in-house smoked pulled pork sandwich, homemade burgers, seasonal vegetable pasta, New York strip steak and a full-service bar. Open daily. 440 Water St., Saugatuck. 269-857-2888, wickspark.com. $
Wild Dog Grille — Casual, intimate dining spot on the Lakeshore offers imaginative, flavorful cuisine as well as gourmet sandwiches and stone-oven pizzas. Open daily. 24 Center Street, Douglas, 269-857-2519, thewilddoggrille.com. $, $$
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