Meritage Hospitality Group is taking the term “brunch so hard” to the next level. Their plan is to bring a new dining concept to the Grand Rapids area late this summer. Where | 1600 East Beltline NE (yes, that’s the current Twisted Rooster location) Speciality | Brunch focused, chef-inspired eats from scratch Twisted Rooster will be closing in June to […]
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Proposal to Build a Grocery Store in Eastown Awaits Approval
As Grand Rapids continues to grow, unused spaces are being scouted for their potential to become a part of the thriving business community. To this end, Jacey Ehmann – president and founder of Grand Rapids’ Metric Structure – has purchased the property located at 1201 Wealthy St. SE {corner of Wealthy & Fuller} in hopes to build a grocery store. […]
Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park Announces the Opening of the Stuart and Barbara Padnos Sculpture Garden
The Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park has long been a haven for art and nature. In their efforts to consistently provide a new experience for Grand Rapids locals, they have just announced the opening of the Stuart and Barbara Padnos Sculpture Garden. Find out more about what you can expect when you visit. The Stuart and Barbara Padnos Sculpture […]
The 1st Annual Michigan Kombucha Festival Comes to Grand Rapids May 18
There’s a #GRANDNEW event coming to Grand Rapids featuring all things Kombucha. This slightly alcoholic fermented green or black tea drink is growing in popularity due to it’s ability to provide a buzz, as well as potential health benefits. Sounds like a win-win to us! If you’re a fan of this drink, you will want to attend the 1st Annual […]
Local 741 Under New Ownership – Iron Well Bar to Open Soon
Grand Rapids is a city that is thriving, growing and shifting. An upcoming transition locals can look forward to will be taking place at the Local 741. New ownership has been announced at this location, by James Matthews, with its new identity as the Iron Well – a neighborhood bar that’s ‘a little bit country, a little bit rock n’ roll’. […]
The War Room Cafè Now Open in Grandville
Grand Rapids is on the rise when it comes to healthy food options and The War Room Café is on the same page. They are OFFICIALLY OPEN and we’ve got all the details on what to expect when you visit. Location | 3097 30th Grandville, MI (right off of 28th St. Sw & Ivanrest Avenue SW) Hours | M-F – […]
#GrandNew: Buddy’s Pizza New Location Now Open in Grand Rapids
Grand Rapids just got a little more East Side with the addition of an iconic Detroit pizzeria. Buddy’s Pizza has been a Detroit landmark for many years, known to be the ‘Tastiest Pizza in North America’, and now us Rapidians can enjoy that deep dish, square edged, sauce on top goodness right here in our area. The company has 12 […]
#GrandNew: Hancock Restaurant Now Open on Wealthy Street in Uptown
You may live in Grand Rapids but that doesn’t mean you can’t enjoy the taste of Nashville right here in town. Hancock Grand Rapids is now open at 1157 Wealthy St SE (corner of Wealthy and Fuller). This rehabbed historical building, once service station, is bringing that downhome cooking to the Uptown/Wealthy Street neighborhood. Hancock officially opened their shop on March 11, […]
#GrandNew Coffee Shop Coming Soon: Blue Owl Coffee Making Nest on the West Side
Blue Owl Coffee has long been a favorite in the Lansing area. The coffee shop has been such a success that it will be expanding with a new location on the West Side of Grand Rapids, specifically 744 Leonard St. NW close to Long Road Distillers and the Mitten. The coffee shop is slated to open this April. Blue Owl […]
Our 19 Most Anticipated Projects For GR for 2019
With the year ending with stock market volatility, political turmoil, affordable housing debates, parking debates and many other things to give us all a bit too much anxiety, we thought it would be a great opportunity during this holiday season to celebrate the continued growth in our thriving community. While many local development gurus expected that 2019 would slow […]
