50 Best Dog Friendly Restaurants Grand Rapids

“This restaurant has a very low key facade but the menu was big and the food was outstanding and extremely tasty,definitely a winner their biriyani is to die for,I will be going back even though I live 45 miles away“

“I seek out each city's best burger when I'm on the road, and I can sincerely say after more research than my primary care physician advised...there's no competition even remotely close to Black Napkin's Le College Dropout burger.

The juicy tastiness of the excess smash overhanging the bun alone safely lands it in first place on my list, and that's before even getting to the toppings (trust the chef/creator, don't change anything about this masterpiece).

Don't forget the classic Cola (golden) and rust fries with sundried tomato ranch for dipping (I don't even like sundried tomatoes yet somehow I could eat it with a spoon).

Don't change Black Napkin crew - you are perfect the way you are!“

“Took a trip to Grand Rapids and attended a Paint and Sip at Speciation Cellars. It was an amazing time! Great atmosphere. Cool art and relaxed vibe. I’m not an ale girl but I had one that was so tasty!! My daughter had a yummy seltzer too! Fun painting with the Art in Motion ladies! Clean and hip. Would do it all again!“

“Amazing food. We popped in arround noon. my party had pancakes, chicken sandwich & shrimp/pork belly fried rice. I wish I didnt live over 2 hours away. We will be back next time we are in GR.“

“I absolutely love hanging out at this place. The game selection and welcoming atmosphere are fantastic! The variety of drinks and added convenience of being able to order food from their kitchen makes it even more stress-free. I will gladly support this local business while enjoying the hobby!“

“I had a small wedding last week with 11 guest attending. They were a joy to work with, even created special menus for us and allowed us to bring in a cake. Everything was well planned and went great. Pics on the property are beautiful as well. Highly recommend for small groups and weddings!“

“I had such a great experience at Crumbl cookies today.
It was my cheat day for the month and I had been CRAVING. A soft cookie. I decided on Crumbl since it had been a while.
I went in and the store was clean, everyone seemed to be in a good mood, and the employee that helped me was really nice. I didn’t know what flavor to get and I didn’t want to get something and be disappointed, and jokingly told the employee that it would literally ruin my whole day if I took a risk and ended up not liking it. 💀🤣 which I mean is kind of true. So I asked which one was his favorite which was the Oreo one. I got it, waited maybe two minutes. And then a different employee handed me my cookie with a big smile on her face! I told her necklace was so pretty! Because it reminded me of lord of the rings.
Anyway, When I got to the car I opened the box, snapped a pic for the gram, then took a bite. It was SO good!!!! 😊😭🩷
10/10 will return for my next cheat day.
Because the customer service was amazing and the cookie was amazing!
But thank you for making part of my day off amazing!“

“Superb! Fantastic lunch at ROAM! Was our fav food spot during our week long visit in Grand Rapids! Selena, our server, was attentive and friendly and the best server we had all week. 👏 Food was delicious-tacos on paratha bread, ensalada de elote Rangoon dip and mango sticky rice all yum! Vibe and decor awesome!“

“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!“

“Absolutely the BEST baked goods. A must-stop if you’re in Grand Rapids!“

“We didn’t check what time they closed so we were kind of jerks and showed up half hour before closing. Even still the staff was all wonderful. It was our first time here so we took a minute ordering, but she was still sweet waiting patiently. When we got the food it was all excellent. They even took my mom’s/grandmas burger back to cut it in half because they always share one. I will definitely be returning hopefully while they still have the Krispy krab burger.“

“First time and the food service and atmosphere were all great We will be going back.“

“If you know me you know I rarely go out to eat. I don’t even have a microwave and I don’t eat anything in packages. So I eat very healthy for around 19 years now. I enjoy this place so much I’ve been there twice in a week, and purchased 22 meals from their weekly package meals. And I am so impressed with the quality and how tasty the meals are I’m adding their meals to my weekly grocery list. Thank you so much for a healthy quality choice to our town. It is a must try for yourself folks.“

“Five stars! We ended a week of camping with a vehicle delay on our way home and stopped for lunch at Big Bob’s while my husband took the truck to get fixed. First of all, the food was amazing (our son said the deep dish was better than Giordano’s). But more importantly, Rob and his staff took were beyond hospitable to our 3 kids and I as we spent the next 5 hours utilizing their Uno cards, Connect Four and enjoying their complementary popcorn. If you’re ever in the Grand Rapids area we highly recommend giving them a try. We’ll definitely be back next time we come through Grand Rapids.“

“My family eats here every time we visit downtown. They are kind to our daughter but the atmosphere is also great for a date. I have also dropped in for lunch between work meetings and the service is fast for a tight schedule. The Black Dragon roll is great!“

“Their pizza and pasta is amazing!“

“Best chicken tenders ever! I love them with the Asian Sauce. And reasonable well drinks! Also great is the brisket sandwich. This is a must go to place.“

“We were at Garden District last night.The food and cocktails were absolutely amazing! Our server Brook and all of the other staff were fast, friendly, and on point.We shared the BBQ shrimp, beignets, and the seafood platter. Everything was fresh, hot, and delicious. The high octane daiquiri was excellent! We will definitely be back soon to check out the rest of the menu! 🍤 🦐 🦀 🎭 🍸 🧉 🍷 💜💚💛“

“Omg!!!!! I searched protein shakes near me, after a workout. My GPS bought me here, all the times I passed here, I didn't know this delicious place was here. Omg I got the blue berry muffin shake it was so natural.... flavorful, it was It was so so so delicious! Perfect. Very very very delicious!!!! If you haven't tried it! You have to come here. I am hooked 😁“

“Our favorite ice cream in GR!“

“It had been a while since i've been here. I can say this is some of the best service I've had in the city for a long while. Andrew was our bartender and I want to specifically say what an amazing job he did. Great bartender, good recommendations, and his quality of service would certainly be a reason I'll be back here more often.“

“We had a great experience at this brewery! The beer was excellent, with plenty of variety to choose from, and the staff was friendly and knowledgeable. The space is on the smaller side, but it’s incredibly welcoming and has a great atmosphere.
One of the best parts is being able to build your own flight, which makes it easy to try a range of different beers. Everything is also really affordable, which is a huge plus. It’s a fantastic spot to relax and sample some great brews — we’ll definitely be back!“

“best buy for your buck by far and friendly service.“

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

“a friend first invited me here and I wasn’t even sure what a poki bowl was…. now I can’t even get enough!!!! so so fresh! fast and easy and perfect for on the go too… the best kind of fast food bc you feel amazing after you eat it too!!! i highly recommend and if you’re kind of a picky eater don’t worry- they are so helpful and you will be amazed how much you love it!! my kids even love it! super thankful now they have 3 stores!!!!“

“Only place in town where a person with celiac disease does not to wonder if they can safely have almost anything they could want. Thanks to Frosty Boy and Kind Crumbs.i“

“This place is my first time coming and everything was great! Service food and atmosphere! The first bite of the tamale was delicious! Stopped eating and had to review! I will totally recommend this place! The salsa was delicious! The rice and beans perfecto! Totally coming to this spot again!“

“Fabulous food! Look forward to returning.“

“First time...crazy I know. But I had to try cosmic fries. They were okay. My grandson couldn't stop eating them. The new chicken dunkers kinda have a weird texture going on. Took just over half hour to get the food (we were in a rush for movie theater so we were getting kinda worried there for a minute) Waiter was kind and attentive. Place could use a good wipe down on the booths and plexiglass in between. However, I'd try them again.“

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

“We love this place a little more every time we go! The mussels are especially awesome. From a New England family this is high praise. Great service and cocktails, too! Thank you, Cora!“

“I love Hopcat. I have been before and I'll come again. The beers and fries were great, the burgers seemed a bit small this time around. The stand out this time was our server, Sophie. While it took a bit of time to be greeted, once we were, she was spot on. I hope to have her as a server again.“

“Amazing food, environment, drinks💗You must go!“

“Had the Birddog Sandwich today off the new menu. Excellent.“

“This our family’s favorite! The owners and team members are amazing … and make everyone (even our dog) feel special.“

“I went off season (no outdoor activities involved) and was so impressed by this little gem in Grand Rapids. The donuts were beautifully soft and so satisfying. Additionally, everyone at the wine cellar was so friendly and so helpful. Though very sweet, I loved their recommendations, and I’m so glad I bought bottles to share of their peach Spumante. They did offer a discount if you buy 4+ bottles. Also, loved hearing that their wines support local MI farmers as all the fruit used for the fruit wines comes from MI farms.“

“Rise created the most wonderful cupcakes for our nurses for Nurses Appreciation Week 2026. The cupcakes were decorated with a stethoscope, heartbeat, pills and bandaid. All the nurses loved them. Also, they tasted AMAZING! I highly recommend Rise for your sweet treats and cake needs.“

“Great food, staff and friendly welcoming atmosphere 👍“

“Been here many times and it never fails to disappoint. It's my favorite restaurant in GR. The staff is friendly and professional. The food is always hot, fast and delicious. El Agave has fantastic lunch specials too.“

“I love this place because of the really good seasonal ciders they have and their outside patio you can sit at all year round! Whether its a beautiful summer night or a cold winter night wrapped in a blanket under the heat lamp this place has always been a favorite of mine! Their food and drinks and vibes are why I am a returning customer! I love this place, I would recommend it to anyone who just loves a nice low key spot with good food and drinks and service!“

“Amazing food and great customer service!“

“We celebrated our 8 year wedding anniversary at one our favorite places. Our server Jacob was amazing! We sat outside on the patio and the atmosphere was great. The parmesean cheese wheel is back!!!! You must try the Alfredo dish if you haven't before. Great service, great wine, and great food. Highly recommend.“

“Been a few months since I've been to this location. Turns out they've redesigned their drive-thru so that if you're using mobile-thru you have to take a completely different entrance into the parking lot than what you used to. You can't even get into that line without leaving the parking lot, going out into the street and reentering through the other entrance. So when you get in the wrong line, it becomes a big catastrophe trying to get your food.“

“price and taste 5 stars. tried fudge, mint and cookies cream. very creamy“

“I went to Mochinut for both the soft and grand openings. These donuts are the best!!! So soft and spongy. The staff is super nice which is an added bonus.“

“I had a great experience at Olives tonight. Everyone from the hostess (Elise) to our waitress (Emily) exemplified great customer service. A couple of my favorites were the brussel sprouts and the lychee drink. We will be back!“

“thanks James for a great putt putt golf season.The monday girls had a great time. We ordered the turtle ice cream cake for our final party and all felt it was fantastic. Would recomend it to 👍anyone. Well worth the money!👏😁“

“Amazing experience and for anyone who’s new to the Cigar world, BOLD gets you well taken care of. Outstanding hospitality, drinks were on point, the staff were absolutely phenomenal in assisting us. The overall atmosphere was just what I was looking for in a nice Cigar lounge.“

“Whenever we go by, we stop. The staff is personable and attentive, the coffee and teas are great, and we especially enjoy the treats. It is not the sterile, mispronounce your name, too hip to be pleasant vibe that many other shops have.“

“What a very cool place. My wife and I had a flight of four beers, I had the Jalepeno popper buger, and my wife had the pulled pork sandwhich.

The burger was amazing, the sandwhich had good flavor, but could have been warmer.

Can't wait to visit again.“