Amazing anniversary dinner. Swordfish entree was perfectly portioned and so flavorful. The Wagyu…read moresirloin cooked perfectly to a medium temp and the potato side was the perfect accompaniment. Cocktails poured to perfection, strawberry rhubarb crumble was just delectable and Sara was an absolute treat of a waitress. Our first BU experience definitely won't be our last.

The food was outstanding. Probably the most notable thing though was the service, the entire staff…read moreis great and their attention to detail is unbelievable. They work together to just make an outstanding experience. Best in town in my opinion.

We were visiting friends and they heard this place was cute but hard to get into. We took a chance…read moreand luck was on our side. It was a Saturday around 9p and we got the last table. **Reservations are recommended** the space is very small and intimate with only 4 tables. We met the bartender who curated the menu. Each cocktail was designed with intention and he took a lot of pride in them. Would definitely go back! Granda sue was our fav!

This place is awesome. We came here because it was rated high on Yelp and I can see why. The drinks…read morewere well crafted and thoughtful. The staff were fun and engaged with us all night. If you are in Grand Rapids, take a night and sit at the bar, and ask for a Dead Lady drink. You will have a great night.

Took mom here for her 75th birthday- drinks and apps before moving on to supper. Love the vibe! It…read moreepitomizes the down under atmosphere! Staff plays the part with the period uniforms. Good selection of spirits and a variety of cocktails. Only wish their caramel espresso martini wasn't blended or that they offered a dark espresso martini. Otherwise really good

The ambiance is perfection!! You ho down stairs to enter. We were greeted immediately by a friendly…read moreface who escorted us to the private room we had reserved. The smoked old fashioned using pecan wood was perfection. I had a Forbidden Brew after that. Also divine. My final choice was a Blue Moon Sipper. That was by far my favorite. Blueberry moonshine, and house made ginger beer with blueberry syrup and lemon juice. So delicious and refreshing. Our group had a flatbread, pretzel trio, spinach and artichoke dip, and bao buns and firecracker shrimp. The sauce with the bao buns was the best!

Super cool vibe and real mixoligists that know there stuff. Love the surprise me menu item (just…read morepick spirit of choice).

Ambiance: beautiful sophisticated yet warm lounge. Great seating along each side walls, lounge…read moreareas, bar and patio towards the back. There is a door to an adjoining wine bar as well. Service: we got there as they opened so we got great service. Food: only had a few cocktails and they were great!!? Love the chill vibes of this lounge. Can't Ut for the wine bar to open!!

My friend Olivia and I went to Obstacle No. 1 recently for an after dinner drink. Definitely make…read morereservations online as it's a small space. It's next door to their sister restaurant, Lovejoy. Walking in, the space is very dimly lit with a nice bar and some cozy seating. We were directed to a couch and a couple of low chairs. The menu is organized into different "chapters," with different themes for each chapter. They also have beer, wine, spirit-free options, and a spirits list. I wanted something fun, so I chose the Don the Beachcomber, a rum-based tiki cocktail that is flamed tableside. My friend got the Obstacle No. 1, which is a bourbon drink that they smoke at your table. Very theatrical and fun! These drinks were $20+ so pretty pricey, but worth it for a fun occasion. We had a nice time just relaxing and catching up. I would say it's not a great spot for a large group, but definitely a fun date night place. They have a small food menu of offerings from the restaurant next door that sounded tasty. We had just eaten but I'd be interested in their small plates. I'm so glad I got to experience this place. It feels like you're transported to a secret speakeasy when you enter!

We visited this really cute speakeasy on a Friday night, excited to check out the space after…read moresecuring a 10:00pm reservation. We arrived at 9:45pm and were seated at a cute, cozy little couch and table setup. The hostess handed us both a drink menu and a separate food menu. Looking through it, I was thrilled to see quite an expansive cocktail list broken down by "chapters," as well as several small snack options clearly marked with a gluten-free (GF) label. Unfortunately, the experience was a bit disappointing once we tried to order. Despite the online hours stating the venue closes at 11:00pm our server informed us that the kitchen was already closed. There is no indication online of what time the kitchen closes, and it was incredibly disappointing to be handed a dedicated food menu by the hostess only to be told moments later we couldn't order anything. When I asked our server for recommendations and which specific cocktails were gluten-free, she mentioned she was new and had to go check. She returned about 10 minutes later, only to give a vague answer that "most drinks were gluten-free" without offering an actual recommendation or helpful suggestion. My husband ended up ordering a non-alcoholic drink, but between the kitchen confusion and the lackluster service, I opted not to get anything at all. It's a cool venue with a lot of potential, but they should put their kitchen hours online and better train their staff on the menu.

Came here w a friend over the weekend and the drinks were so good!…read more The vibe gave club and also casual bar depending on where you were! It was really good and such a fun time! Bartenders were so nice and they took our glasses when we were done :)

What a cool bar! Great bartenders and amazing cocktails! They were engaging and shared…read morerecommendations which ended up being my now go to drink. It wasn't crowded on a Thursday night.

I Don't Care is a speakeasy tucked inside the Amway that leans hard into the hidden-bar concept…read more There are no signs and you need to put a code on the key pad outside to get in, and the only way to get that code is by signing up for their mailing list. That said, it is pretty painless. You can sign up on the spot and the email with the code comes through within minutes, so it does not slow things down too much. They offer outdoor seating even in the winter, and while it is technically heated, you will still need a coat. It was cold enough that we chose to sit inside instead, but the interior was also chilly. Every time the door to the patio opened, a draft of cold air rushed in, which made the space feel colder than expected. The drinks are on the expensive side, but the quality mostly backs up the price. I ordered the Donna's Kiss and it was absolutely worth it, very well made and delicious. My friend had a Moscato that was sweet and easy to drink. We also ended up getting two free shots of tequila because they liked our vibes , which was a nice and unexpected bonus! Definitely a great move on their behalf because it just goes to show that the staff there were super welcoming and that makes me want to come back (probably when it's warmer!!).

An adorable little sidestep in the Amway Grand with open air and a nice balcony view. I ordered the…read moreThai Me Up, which I highly recommend if you like a little heat. The bartender even came out and chatted with us for a bit. A great place to go for a spontaneous hang!

A very cozy casual soccer bar/restaurant :) i live close by so it's just an easy place to go to for…read morea drink or a quick bite. They have most sports games up but i know they're known for having the early soccer games playing! I've heard great things about their brunch only on the weekends. They brought back their lunch special and it seems like they have trivia there now!! I feel like food is 4/5 but overall the vibe, lots of seating, and staff just make it a fun nonjudgmental place to be :) All the staff are super friendly. Parking is just metered street parking.

We came to listen to live jazz, which they have on Sunday night. It was fun. The musician sounded…read moreamazing. I had a dirty martini and he had a pilsner. They were both fine. He got the Korean shrimp tacos. He said they were pretty garlicky, but OK. I got the drunken noodles with pork. It had good flavor, but it reminded me a little too much of just instant Ramen. Our server was friendly and attentive.

The book case. It's the key to it all…read more And by it all I mean I wonderful little secret speakeasy, tucked away and filled with great drinks, priced pretty much on point with most bars nowadays. They have a decent bourbon list, but I wouldn't mind a few more choices, although once again the pricing was very good. It is bright and clean on the bar side, and it has a lounge area that a touch more intimate. Very well done. Will be visiting again.

Barely a speakeasy. Drink was not professional at all. Glad to get a good amount of alcohol but not…read moreall like that.