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.

The bartender was amazing, such a nice spot! The ambiance was amazing and it felt so comfortable…read moreand cozy, while also having the elegant 1920's feel.

This place is absolutely awesome! The BEST coffee espresso I have ever had. The other cocktails…read morewere just as amazing and we took a tour around the menu.

We visited again on this last trip to Kalamazoo. I do still wish there were more gin and vodka…read moreoptions. I feel like they all were kind of similar? I wish that the lime and orange came through more, they both leaned very heavy on the bitter end which I wasn't expecting for both (one, sure, but not the other) I hope I find some brighter, citrus flavors on the next visit. We will always come back. It doesn't stay open super late so we gor kicked out lol but we always have a good time.

Top spot in Kalamazoo! Creative drinks, knowledgeable and friendly bartenders, and a fantastic…read moreamaro selection. The meat and cheese board is perfect with cocktails. The team make the experience fun without any arrogance highly recommend!

My wife and I had been heading back to Ithaca from a work conference and we came along this…read morefantastic restaurant called The Forager. We went in and were met at the door by a friendly waitress that was all smiles and genuinely friendly. Once she found out it was our first trip, she walked us through theor specials and also answered our questions regarding items on the menu. We went with the mushroom crostini as an appetizer, along with the Amish chicken for myself and my wife ordered the chicken bacon amd ranch wrap. We were amazed to say the least we will definitely be back.

What a great place! My wife heard about the Forager from a coworker and we've been meaning to try…read moreit for quite some time. We made a reservation for a Saturday evening. It t was perfect since we didn't have to wait at all for our table but the place was busy; lots of people were excited to be there. We ordered our drinks and the beet and goat salad to split as an appetizer. It was delicious and huge with loads of goat cheese and tasty pickled beets and zesty arugula. For our meal, I ordered the Pork Schnitzel with squash and zucchini and my wife got the whitefish that was one of the specials. The schnitzel had an incredible mushroom sauce and was cooked perfectly with the right balance of crispy and tender. We had a great time and plan to make the drive there regularly! It's great for a date night or a group or family meal!

I'd heard their espresso martini is one of the best in Grand Rapids and boy it lived up to the…read morehype! The vibe in here is swanky yet approachable. Soft seating and warm but dark and intimate, perfect for date night or a bar crawl with friends. The menu is expansive with something for everyone's taste. The servers and bartenders are super knowledgeable and happy to help make a selection if you know what you normally like. The espresso martini has a salted bite to it while being robust and smooth. Very strong without overpowering. My husband got the root beer float option and it was a fun whimsical interactive option that he enjoyed, it was stronger with more of a strong alcohol taste but still enjoyable. Definitely a great option for folks in Grand Rapids and we will be back for more!

Love the low lighting! Feels very lounge-y. I noticed there's an inconsistency with the drinks,…read moreaside from that it is a cool place.

Super cute place. In town for the weekend and was hoping to find a good place for cocktails. I love…read moreplaces that make everything from scratch. Fresh juices and syrups. The menu was good, although my husband was hoping for better craft beer choices. I decided to try the Fireside in Valencia. I'm not huge on overly sweet cocktails . For me it was definitely on the sweet side. The Egg white added a creaminess to it however it was not as fluffy or thick as I'm used to. It kind of fell flat and could have been shaken more. Our server was super friendly. Loved the atmosphere. Would definitely visit again.

LOVED The Public House (forgot to check-in, so sad!). Definitely has upscale vibes, but also a…read morelittle bit tiki, but the prices were very reasonable. Loved the craft cocktail selection and THEY HAD VEGAN CORNDOGS. Amazing. Staff were great and I can't wait to return!

Great vibe. Kind of like a speakeasy. The food was fantastic. We had the halibut which was the best…read moreI've ever had. We also had the Lo Mein with chicken and the chicken was perfectly charred. Started off with this lovely Lychee martini.

The Singapore Room is not your typical dinner spot and that's exactly what makes it so good…read more Between the deep red lighting, dark moody vibes, and those red leather seats, you feel like you just stepped into another country. It's such a fun, immersive atmosphere. The food? Amazing. The drinks? Delicious. And the service? Even better. Everything just flowed and made for such a great night. Definitely one of those places you go for the full experience, not just the meal.

I love this place! It's become my regular haunt on Thursday nights. At this writing I'm 74 years…read moreold and some of the servers are young enough to be my grandchildren! However, they are always so welcoming and friendly with this old man. And they are superb conversationalists. I enjoy dry red wines and this place always has exactly what I like. I highly recommend The Grey Rabbit!

This cocktail lounge is one of my favorites in GR. Every single person who works here is so…read morefriendly and accommodating! From their espresso martinis to their wine selection, the owner has thoughtfully designed his menu to be inclusive for everyone. Even their charcuterie boards are to die for! It is an art gallery, which is super cool considering most bars you just sit and talk...this one you can walk around and look at local artists' work. There are also chess boards for those who like to play. 10/10 recommended this spot!!