“Best Boba in GR! The owner is so nice and friendly. The dining area is decorated beautifully, with space to just relax and enjoy your food. We tried the bubble snow, a blended ice smoothie with fresh fruit! I had the kiwi snow with popping lychee Boba and coconut jelly, and my wife had the coconut snow with pineapple jelly, coconut jelly, and traditional black tapioca pearls. The ice was blended perfectly soft and consistently fine throughout with out ice chunks. It was so refreshing.But the real star here is the Momo! The Momos are so delicious! You have to try them. I have had dumplings before, but Momo are on a whole different level. I tried the vegetable momo to go. The dipping sauce is divine. It looks like it would be spicy, but it is not. It is a delicious creamy curry sauce. The Momos taste so good with it. I can't wait to go back and try more of the Boba flavors, and I definitely want to try the Jhol Momo next. This restaurant is one of my new favorites!“
“the best coffee i've had so far. me and my partner have been here quite a few times, and every single time the service is impeccable and the coffee is amazing. they are open late, and are down the street from the college so it does get quite busy; but it's never too busy or loud. we've always been able to find seating and hangout until our order is done.“
“The food is phenomenal and the milk tea Boba that I got was affordable and delicious. My only complaint is that the dumplings we ordered were very well done, borderline burnt. Would reccomend a visit! I would also suggest that if you have a food allergy you double check with the staff in regards to what's in each dish.“
“Hands down the best coffee shop in West Michigan! Possibly the best coffee shop on the planet! I usually come about 3 times per week and all of the staff greet me by name every time I come in. Staff are all super friendly! The coffee is great (especially their pour overs)! The bagels and spreads are straight fire!10/10 would reccomend!“
“I recently got back home from a work trip abroad and was craving some local cuisine. Pochi's has been on my list for forever (and because we'd like to plan a trip to Colombia this fall). The interior was adorable and there was a cozy couch with pillows at the entrance. Once you enter, there are various goods for sale, including snacks, shoes, hats, and bags. I ended up buying a crossbody bag and love the intricately knit patterns! We came here in the late afternoon for coffee and a snack and ended up ordering a machiato espresso barraco (double espresso with a touch of milk) and Bogotá latte to start. My latte came with cinnamon, caramel syrup, milk, whipped cream, and a Pochis coconut cookie. Our server checked to see if it was sweet enough to my liking, and it definitely was without being too overpowering. For snacks, we split the beef Pochis arepa (a thick corn "cake" with sausage, tomato, onion, corn, mozzarella cheese, and a quail egg. It was surprisingly filling. We also got the guacamole achicharrando (wood smoked pork belly chicharron) which was tasty but a bit fatty. If I were hungrier, I'd probably see if I could purchase more chips to eat the guac with next time. Lastly, we ended up ordering a lemonade and a lulo juice with milk. You can order the natural juices with milk or water. We were told ordering with water is more so if you're thirsty and ordering with milk is sort of like a shake. I loved the lulo juice and would definitely recommend trying it! I'm excited to come back and try more of the menu. Make sure to check out the other desserts and items for sale on your way out!“
“Stopped in for lunch after a mid morning walk along the river. Tried their lunch special 1/2 grilled cheese with the lentil soup and a caramel carrot cake latte, everything was delicious. Service was on point from the barista, counter help to the cooks in the back. The place was packed, I sat at the counter, had to wait for people to get up before taking a seat-standing room only. There's everything on the menu-coffee, pastries, toasts, breakfast, sandwiches, bowls, salads, soups. Nice place. Visiting from VA on spring break.“
“They changed the name from Sparrows to Scorpion Heart, I'm not sure why. Anyhow, this is a nice little coffee shop with a hipster vibe. The vibe is cozy to do some work, read, or study. The music is chill and set at a good volume. In addition to being a coffee shop, they also sell trinkets like cards, mugs, candles, accessories, and vinyl records. They have various specialty lattes. I love the beautiful latte art. Friendly service. I can see why it's a favorite in the area.“
“I enjoyed a delicious oat milk latte and a snickerdoodle cookie. My son had a kids hot chocolate. Friendly staff, warm and inviting atmosphere and tasty drinks. Everything you’d want in your neighborhood coffee shop! Can’t wait to try the cocktails!“
“I had an amazing experience at Cafe Bar Mahala. The Julius Meinl coffee was exquisite, boasting a rich and nuanced flavor that delighted my taste buds. The cozy atmosphere of the cafe bar added to the enjoyment, creating a perfect setting to savor the delightful beverage. The combination of great-tasting Julius Meinl and the inviting ambiance made my visit to Mahala truly memorable.“
“5Knives Cafe catered a Staff lunch for our company staff Meeting. 5Knives had great customer services and was very responsive to questions and requests. The food was great as well! Lots of good feedback from employees. We ordered a variety of cold wraps, the orzo salad, and a variety of cookies. Exceeded expectations for sure!“
“one of my favorite breakfast places to go! the workers this morning were delightful and were prideful in their bagels! this location has some of the prettiest bagels i’ve ever seen in my life, big and fluffy and exactly what you want for breakfast. they have an assortment of sweet and savory and a bunch of different flavored cream cheeses. i haven’t had this locations coffee, but before i always remember it as being well made! cannot recommend enough.“
“Great food at a decent price but the service can be a tad inconsistent. Usually good to great service but I've noticed that things fall through the cracks when they get slammed. Nevertheless, Westsider is still one of my favorite breakfast spots in Grand Rapids. Plenty of vegetarian options which is always a plus!“
“This place was super fun for my 2 year old. Couple thing a I didn’t like.. 1. Not a good selection for snacks on the menu & 2. Bathroom was gross. You have to take your shoes off once you enter (makes sense) but in the bathroom there was pee all over the floor by the toilet & on the toilet. Maybe someone needs to hold a key and hand it out when requested.“
“The atmosphere of this place is simply delightful, with the rich aroma of freshly brewed coffee and warm, rustic decor, creating a welcoming ambiance that's perfect for socializing or working.The service is top-notch, with friendly and knowledgeable staff who guide you through their coffee offerings and ensure quick and efficient service.“
“Atmosphere: cute and good amount of seating availableFood: delicious and tasted very fresh. Reminded me of an old spot I used to love - Marie Catribs - in relation to the food and tasteDrinks: especially delicious honey nut latte, great combination of syrup and espresso10/10 will be coming back again“
“Food RatingsHers:Strawberry napoleon 7.5Strawberry swirl cheesecake 7.0Bosnian apple pie 4.5Hot Americano 9.0Hot chocolate 6.0His:Strawberry napoleon 7.5Strawberry swirl cheesecake 8.0Bosnian apple pie 6.0Hot Americano 10.0Hot chocolate 7.5- We both want to return in the future ?“
“Very cosy atmosphere in this little coffee shop / home store. The decor is alluring which is the main reason I wanted to check this spot out. Pros: Amazing service, good drinks and eclectic ambiance.Cons: very small coffee shop area, limited but good seating (and the tables are labelled for those with tablets or computers to sit in one designated area - and no phone calls or meetings allowed in the coffee shop space). This would be a good place to stop for a coffee and chat with a friend, but not an ideal working space.“
“I have been to this place a few times in the past, probably eight years ago and earlier. I loved their sweets then. I decided to visit again today with a friend. I showed her the main picture of the cafe on Google maps to lure her with me. We were quite disappointed when we got to the place. The picture was nowhere close to what they offered now. It would not have mattered if they had those desserts anyways. There was no seating available inside since most tables were 4-person tables occupied by one person each. It looks as if they don't seem to want more customers. They can accommodate more people by converting some of their large tables to one or two-person tables.“
“Have been coming here for years and the classic Fruition bowl never disappoints it’s so so good!!!! Although the employees are often very rude and judgmental which I’m not a huge fan of especially when they still flip the iPad around and expect a tip when they don’t even provide friendly service most of the time. Atmosphere and lighting aside from some staff is absolutely gorgeous though. Definitely a gem in Eastown“
“Ordered the breakfast sandwich with avocado, mayo, and egg with a side of potatoes. The bread, avocado and potatoes were very tasty. However the egg is not good at all. It is a weird texture because it seems to be a fake egg which is not what is advertised. It threw off the texture and taste of the rest of the sandwich which is disappointing because everything else was very good including the coffee. Would visit again but not for breakfast food.“
“First time going and it’s an adorable little cafe! I ordered a house specialty coffee: the French Guiana, because it was intriguing to blend chocolate and cayenne into a latte. I was not disappointed! Delicious frothy coffee with the flavours blended in a very balanced manner, nothing was overpowering in the taste of the cayenne or chocolate. Will definitely return to this little hidden little gemDietary restrictions: Loved the variety of non dairy options!! So many coffee shops don’t carry soy and this one does!“
“I came here with a friend after not being here for a year. I always had great service and coffee at a reasonable price. I prefer BIGGBY over Starbucks anytime. Once again they delivered and left me happy. Attached is a decaffeinated vanilla latte and frozen butter bear. I will be coming back and recommending this establishment for future visits.“
“Every time I come here for a pick me up matcha latte, I always have an amazing experience. The Baristas are great, the ambiance is relaxing even with it being in the Downtown Market that can get busy. The matcha lattes here are delish! Also, bonus is that they have Rise Bakery goods here and a punch card for a future reward! :)“
“Lunch with my son - first visit. Small inside. Order & pay at the counter, food brought out. Get your own napkins/utensils, serve yourself water. Clear your table. Food was delicious! I got a panini - grilled ham & cheese. My son got a Turkish coffee with his lunch. Great spot in Breton village.“
“Good Vibes and Yummy Bites at Common Ground!Went for a last-minute brunchy breakfast at Common Ground in Grand Rapids and it was pretty cool! The place is big and artsy, with colorful windows and fun art on the walls. Could use a few more chairs though.The staff was super nice and pointed us to a coconut coffee that was just awesome. We also tried the specials: French toast and a meat-lover's dish. The French toast was a mountain of yum—seriously, it was a lot (6 slices, bacon and fruit knowledge)! My husband's meat-lover dish was a bit on the small side, but hey, the flavors were all there.So, if you're up for a tasty breakfast in a chill place, Common Ground is a good go-to. Two thumbs up!“
“My husband and I love going to this theater on date nights or with our family. We live in Byron Center, so we love how quickly we can get here as it's right off the highway M-6. Great customer service, love the member reward levels, sometimes reaching the $5 off is.awesome and based on our level we now can get real butter on our popcorn ? at no extra cost..HA. This place is going through a renovation but it's not disruptive at all. Some theaters here have the nice reclining seats with warmers. We love it. Soon all the theater rooms here will have sears like that.“
“Chapbook Cafe is a lovely oasis in the Schuyler Books store. We enjoy hanging out with friends or simply having a quiet place to read. The food was very good today. The help seemed overtired and harried. If you want to have a great place to mingle with friends, try them out.“
“We had a reservation for a party of 12, but due to a miscommunication between staff when the reservation was made, we ended up having to be seated last-minute at separate booths. Staff went above and beyond to accommodate us; a few mix-ups, but they were fixed ASAP and staff remained courteous, friendly, and helpful throughout. Food was great too. VERY pleased with my experience tonight, will definitely recommend this restaurant to anyone.Dietary restrictions: Gluten-free options and a full vegetarian menu.“
“I got their Turkey Club sandwich and LOVED it. I had heard so much about this place so I was really curious to try out their food. Honestly, I am not a huge sandwich person, but if I heard a sandwich shop is good, I'll try it. The sandwich was cut in half and had their Michigan Turkey, bacon, avocado, and other veggies that you can read in their menu. The turkey was really delicious - like, really, REALLY delicious. It was so flavorful and soft. And the veggies like avocado, tomatoes, and lettuce tasted so fresh. I got it with sourdough bread, which was really good. It was a bit tough to put the whole sandwich in your mouth because of the crusty crusts (lol), so I just resorted to eating it with a fork and a knife (very proper). The food came out rather quickly, and the service was very sweet, friendly and down to earth. Ambience was great! Casual and friendly. There is street parking - usually, it's not too difficult to find parking around this area. But maybe I just get lucky, I don't know. If it's a good day, you can walk around and enjoy the scene with the river and park!“
“Everything was good until the waitress came by to tell us, "It was getting busy."I'm not sure how I feel about it. We paid enough for a meal to be able to visit a bit after the meal.It was maybe 30 minutes.With the 3% service fee on all orders .. might re-think my choices.“
“Me and my best friend only go to this location because of the always positive upbeat atmosphere and friendly staff, Heidi and Jenna are the absolute best! Very welcoming when we come in and they always have us leaving with a smile! Plus my coffee is perfect every time!“
“Real food cafe is a great go-to place for breakfast with friends or family. Food and service is always on point, atmosphere is friendly and welcoming. Never had a bad experience going there. I'll keep going back.Kid-friendliness: It's a great family restaurant. Kids have a good menu to choose from.“
“My husband and I went on a date night here. The southwest chicken chili was 10/10. The chicken nachos 10/10. The salted caramel latte was probably the best cup of coffee I have had in years. This is definitely a place we will return to!“