American Char

6394 Adams St, Zeeland
(616) 688-7400

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ChristopherW

There are often special desserts - creative and delicious. The smoked chicken has a unique flavor, stands out!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Chris Moroney

Stopped in on Saturday with a few friends and had a great lunch. If you've never been here you have to try this place! The place has friendly service and a nice little indoor dining room. For nice weather days they have a covered patio/deck as well. They offer a nice selection of sauces and we all opted for one of each sauce with our meals. Pictured are the sauces, chicken wings, ribs, mac and cheese, coleslaw, corn bread and the station wagon meal which is large enough for 2-3 people to split. They also have a selection of sandwiches and wood fired pizzas available which looked amazing. Don't sleep on this place - try it out!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

An Pham

Came here with some friends and ordered a 1/2 brisket and two small sides of Mac and cheese and mashed potatoes. I also tried the apple pie. The Mac and cheese was good, just a bit boring in flavor after while. The mashed potatoes were covered in "rustic butter". The apple pie was delicious, and I unfortunately let it get a bit cold since I saved it for last. The brisket meat was good and flavorful, and the sauces seem to be free with the entrees, so you're free to experiment with flavors.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 4

Service: 4

Joey B.

I recently tried this place for a to-go order, and it was fantastic from start to finish. As soon as I pulled up, I could smell the smoker from a mile away—it was such a mouthwatering welcome! The staff was friendly and attentive, making sure my order was just right. Even though I only stopped in to pick up, the atmosphere felt warm and inviting, like you’re walking into a friend’s place.

The food itself was absolutely delicious—well worth the trip! Each bite of the ribs had that perfect smoky flavor you can only get from someone who knows their way around a smoker. This little spot may not look like much from the outside, but it’s clear they put their heart into every meal. If you’re in the area, definitely give this hidden gem a try. I’ll be back for sure!”

(Mac and cheese was on point too.)

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Mac & Cheese, BBQ Sauce

Rafael Espinoza

I love brisket, but this one was a little dry, but it was good

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 4

Service: 5

Cosmo Prescott

Best brisket north of the mighty app

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Brandon Jacobsen

Great BBQ restaurant with good specials, great pizza with unique toppings. Great brisket and chicken tacos.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Char Wings, Chopped Brisket, Mac & Cheese, Brisket Tacos, Mini Meal Sampler

David Teitsma

Food is okay. The portions are small for the price compared to other BBQ places.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 2

Service: 4

Mateo Gebon

I dropped by one nice Saturday afternoon and was very happy with my meal. I got the mini meal sampler with chopped brisket and pulled pork. I had the pork and beans and mac & cheese as sides. The meat was fantastic and tender with great flavor. There are a bunch of options for sauce, and both I tried worked well. The mac & cheese was delicious with lots of tangy cheese flavor. The beans were pretty heavy on the tomato, but were still good. Overall, I was very satisfied with my meal and wouldn’t hesitate to recommend American Char.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Mini Meal Sampler

Brooke Karp

Some of the best food I've had

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Potato Salad Pork & Beans, Chopped Brisket, Mac & Cheese, BBQ Sauce

Detra Baldwin

Food was delicious and i would differently be going back

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Mac & Cheese, Brisket Tacos

Justin Ayers

Rarely do we get good cuts of meat. What you do get is typically smoked good, but they don't care if half your order is all fat and the other half is what you actually ordered. Too bad you basically pay by the weight. BTW, the chicken never seems to be cooked long enough. It's cooked but not fall off the bone cooked.

You can do better than this!

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 3

Service: 2

Clark Sikes

I am not trying to be an online jerk. But at best this was good (not great) and absolutely over priced.

Todd Vanden Heuvel

Birthday dinner for family. Little disappointed with sauce selection. Everything else was great!

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 4

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Mini Meal Sampler, Pulled Chicken, Sliced Brisket, Tortillas, Mac & Cheese

Tom Jones

I guess I'm spoiled with the bbq down south, this was dry with little flavor. Beans had a strange flavor and they had no potato salad....ribs without potato salad? My guests joyed the meal but hadn't eaten but once at my regular joint. I'll try them again when in the area.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 4

Service: 4

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