19 Best Craft Breweries in Grand Rapids

“My husband has always loved the beer from here so we took advantage of a trip to Grand Rapids to stop in and have a couple flights. All our drinks were amazing and I was particularly thrilled with the blue slushie drink. We enjoyed the ambiance of the outdoor seating area with comfortable picnic tables with umbrellas. Staff was welcoming and helpful. Looking forward to our next trip there!“

“I've been coming here off and on for the last couple of years and every single time I have been greeted with open arms and the best hospitality. Nice relaxing atmosphere and fun vibes. Always strike great conversation with whomever is working or visiting. The Kombucha is top notch and the "Sound Experience" on certain Thursday's are phenomenal. Check it out!“

“I went picked Brass Ring Brewing to celebrate my birthday with my family. I choose Brass Ring because I was interested in trying their cask ales. What I found at Brass Ring was a level of customer service that I have rarely found across the food service industry. We showed up at Brass Ring to find that a very large group was dining there, taking up a majority of the seating. They don't take reservations, so it was going to be a challenge finding a table for our group of 6. The owner heard the staff struggling to find us an available table. He jumped in and found a solution. He personally asked a couple that was seated at a large table if they would be willing to move. They graciously accepted to make room for us. This level of customer service has obviously been trained into the entire staff because our waiter was the most helpful and hospitable server I've ever encountered. Firstly, he was extremely knowledgeable of food and drink menu, helping us to navigate it superbly. He also got the entire restaurant to sing "Happy Birthday" with us when it was time for dessert. The food and drinks were top notch, but the customer service was out of this world. Do yourself a favor and treat yourself to the Brass Ring. You will not be disappointed!“

“Daughter kept hyping up Apfelwein she had in Frankfurt. I stumbled across KB looking for cider places. Apfelwein on the menu! What a fun surprise! Far better than the cider place we visited next and tried a 6 cider flight. We only wish we could’ve brought some home in a growler 😞 but I suppose we’ll have to return :)“

“Update: 20260628.

Hey Ed! It was great to see you again. It's been 2-3 years, I think, and we really dig your new menu. Holy cow, the beers were perfectly to our liking as well. You must be very proud of your team! We'll try to make it back before we bounce in October. Cheers!

Great modern vibe in an old space. Beers are delicious, and the selection was great. Cider & wine too! Don't overlook the opportunity to enjoy something from the menu. Simply wow!“

“Absolutely love this local pub. The beer and cider are phenomenal into the atmosphere is very welcoming. Trivia nights and live music are a nice touch, along with self-serve popcorn. I only wish they would bring back the sandwich menu and queso to go with the giant soft pretzel.“

“Amazing staff and beers! 🍻“

“Great beers, food, and service! Highly recommend.“

“Vivant Brewery & Spirits in Grand Rapids was a really enjoyable experience and easily one of the more distinctive brewery settings I have visited.
The atmosphere is what grabbed me first. The building was originally a funeral home chapel, and instead of trying to hide that history, they leaned into it. The stained glass above the bar is especially striking, and the exposed wood, high ceilings, and historic architecture give the space a sophisticated, almost European feel. It has a lot of character without feeling gimmicky.
We only stopped in for appetizers, but everything we tried was very tasty. Vivant is known for putting more effort into the food than the typical brewery, with a from-scratch menu and some more creative options than standard bar food. Their duck nachos, beer cheese and pretzels, frites, and poutine are some of the items that come up repeatedly with other guests.
The drink side is just as interesting. They focus heavily on European-inspired beers, but they also make spirits and offer craft cocktails, so there is quite a bit more variety than you get at a brewery that is strictly about beer.
What I liked most was the overall vibe. It feels a little more refined and sophisticated than the average taproom, but it is still comfortable and relaxed enough that you can just sit down, have a drink, share some food, and enjoy the building.
Great ambiance, very good food, an interesting drink selection, and one of the coolest historic interiors in Grand Rapids. Vivant took a building with a very unusual past and turned it into something that feels classy, memorable, and completely its own.“

“Saw a highway sign and was curious about the fun name. Asparagus tacos-unique and delicious! Flight of beers, cider and seltzers are good too. Welcoming staff and fun shopping. Be sure to pick up Hippie Chips. Well done folks!“

“I've been once but haven't been able to go again. Tried to go yesterday but didn't realize the school was on spring break. please work on adding signage to your doors and updating Facebook.“

“Good place to have a beer. Good selection of different kinds of beer. Have some space for games like pinball, darts and the like. No food here so don’t come hungry. I had the Anastasia Imperial Stout and it was good. Worth checking out if you’re in the area.“

“Their pizza is delicious!!
I cannot recall the name of this one, but it has roasted 🍍, goat cheese and bacon on it.
Im notta fan of 🍍 on pizza, but this changed my mind.
Pizza may look bit over done, but it was perfect‼“

“Amazing staff. Good service“

“amazing beers and cocktails. and the food is 🤤 awesome atmosphere and staff! will be back!“

“We stopped in for dinner and the food itself was solid. The meals we ordered came out tasty and well-prepared—nothing mind-blowing, but definitely good. Portions were generous and the flavors hit the mark. The absolute highlight was the pazookie. Fresh out of the oven, gooey in the center, with the ice cream melting just right on top. It was genuinely awesome and the best part of the meal. Unfortunately, the service and environment dragged the experience down. Our server rushed us the entire time, constantly hurrying us along and barely making eye contact. The attitude came across as rude rather than just busy, which made the table feel unwelcome. On top of that, there were giant fruit flies all over the place, landing on glasses, buzzing around the food, the works. Not something you want to see (or swat) while trying to enjoy a meal.“

“This is a review for their Centennial Room Service and staff. We had a post elopement wedding celebration here, and we were blown away by the attentiveness and professionalism we experienced. Helena is amazing, I had a million questions leading up to the event, she was very prompt with responses and providing me with needed information. Our bartenders that night (7/25/26), I’m so sorry I can’t recall their names, were absolutely fantastic. Assisting me with with technology issues and providing service to all the guests. We received so many compliments on the food and space, so I really just wanted to say THANK YOU for making our day so amazing.“