50 Best Dog Friendly Restaurants Grand Rapids

“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!“

“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!“

“Took 70minutes for the line at 430 on Saturday, So plan ahead. The fries with salt and special sauce are excellent. Burgers were just a smash burger to me. Got the classic triple and a double. Their version of a coke was a nice for a 1 time thing.“

“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!“

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

“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!“

“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! 🍤 🦐 🦀 🎭 🍸 🧉 🍷 💜💚💛“

“Fabulous food! Look forward to returning.“

“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.“

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

“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.“

“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!“

“The staff was very friendly. I tried the new blue raspberry cherry frosting and I believe in a lemon sugar cookie. That was not as sweet as you think and it was very delicious. Highly recommend and I would definitely return to the store and get that cookie again!“

“A welcoming bar/restaurant. Busy but not loud. Our server was nice and took our drink order right away. Prices are very reasonable. We got there late evening and we were not rushed to order or eat. A really enjoyable dining experience. It's downtown Grand Rapids so parking can be somewhat hard to find close by on weekend nights because that's where everyone is at. I didn't mind the walk though.“

“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!“

“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.“

“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 😁“

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

“Our favorite ice cream in GR!“

“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.“

“My husband and I went to Tamales Mary after a surgical procedure to grab some lunch and I've been craving it ever since!
We had the tamales, some street corn and flan. 🤤
Next time I really need to try the quesobirrio tacos!

The only thing I'd change is the tables and chairs but I also had just had a surgery so they just weren't as comfortable for me at that moment. They are similar to fold out chairs.“

“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“

“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.“

“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.“

“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!!!!“

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

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

“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!“

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

“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!👏😁“

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

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

“We made a reservation and asked for a quieter area and they accommodated without question. Food and drinks were good ... service was good. The bar took a bit to get our orders out but the server was very communicative about where they were in the process. One in our party has a gluten allergy and while they did have gluten free buns available for burgers, there were very limited sides to choose from to swap out for the fries. The server did know about cross contamination from the fryer and returned to the table to say there was gluten in the turkey burger that was ordered. Cole slaw and salad were really the only sides to choose from. One suggestion is to include GF (gluten free) markings on the menu like you have for Vegan and Vegetarian items. It would have made searching the menu so much easier!“

“This is always a steeple for me every time I come to town. Unfortunately the selection wasn’t great, and the cider wasn’t a front runner in the bakery like it used to be. I was honestly shocked at how lack luster the donuts were compared to the other places we went. Not what I had remembered! I did however enjoy the winery and ice cream shop! Such a cool gem and really cool hidden spot for the kiddos.“

“Mike and Cam made our night. They were extremely accommodating and made sure that we were always cared for. I would certainly come back for the wait staff alone! I was here with friends I promise, but they wouldn’t take a good picture 😊“

“Great food, staff and friendly welcoming atmosphere 👍“

“Great ice cream there is something for everyone!“

“Stopped in on a Saturday afternoon. Joe couldn't have been more accommodating or friendly and 100% made this place one of the favorite stops on our weekend trip. The food was outstanding, but the Cider is the reason we stopped. We will most certainly add this to our list of favorite spots when we visit Grand Rapids. Cannot wait to go back again!“

“Amazing food and great customer service!“

“Tupelo Honey easily became one of my favorite restaurants when it first appeared on the scene here in Grand Rapids. Since then, I’ve been a regular and have been treated as such. I’ve enjoyed their rotating menu, though I’m very sad to see so many of my favorites go, but I can look forward to new options. Over time, they’ve been accommodating for me and my food restrictions, and I’ve been able to enjoy the atmosphere with it being so conveniently located downtown. It's an easy go-to for a casual meal before or after an outing. Of course, I must give a special shoutout to the servers who are always very kind and knowledgeable, especially Charles. I have Tupelo Honey to thank for many celebrations, birthdays, and relationships I’ve built over time :)“

“Super cute ice cream shop! Love the staff and atmosphere. So happy they’re open again!“

“We had a wrong item with our order and for how busy this place was, the fries were all cold. Very disappointing for how much money you spend on a few sandwiches and fries.

My main concern was the cleanliness of this location. Cleanliness greatly affects our eating experience at restaurants with our young children. The stacks of highchairs looked like they have never been wiped off. The doors all had handprint grease smudges ALL over them
(more than just a days worth). The floors looked like they had not been swept at all that day. These are just a few examples.“

“After traveling to Japan and living in California for a number of years, I’ve had some of the best ramen and I would say Noodlepig is nailing it and quickly became one of the best IMO. Amazing experience and authentic ramen. I would expect to see this place to be in a big city. They have a noodle room where you can see the magic all happen. Also love that they feed hungry kids with every bowl sold. Recently tried the mazemen (soupless ramen) and karaage chicken, also amazing!“

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“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.“

“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!“