Stumbled upon this little speakeasy inside of a pizza place downtown. We almost walked past it but…read moresomeone directed us towards it. When you step inside it's dark, quaint and has a sexy vibe to it. Very limited seating with a small bar and back room that's beautifully decorated. We both got "my girl" and that drink was delightful and refreshing. Noise level was moderate but we could still talk. Had a nice time with my bff but I could see it being a great first date spot!

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!

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!

Love this place! 1st time we made a reservation for here since we noticed they are now recommending…read moreit. We got our table right away (we were a few minutes early). I had half doz oysters. We both ordered off the specials menu, my wife got the scallops and I got jambalaya. The scallops were cooked to perfection not over cooked. The jambalaya had half a lobster tail, shrimp, clams, squid, mussels and andouille sausage over dirty rice. It was very good. For desert we shared the apple crisp à la mode which was killer but don't think you can eat one by yourself, it's big! Our waitress Kara was awesome and attentive all night. The drinks we had were good too we both had the blueberry bees knees and then expresso martinis with the desert. If you e never been here it is truly a hidden gem.

July '26, really wanted to love this place: 1800s building beautifully rehabilitated inside & out,…read moremenu brief but caters to wide range of tastes. Server seemed overwhelmed and it was pretty loud. Food: appetizer calamari is an over breaded mishmash blending peppers w/squid (sounded great in paper), salad portions good size w/lots of lettuce but little protein; cocktails were decent. OK for 1 visit.

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!

One of the cutest cocktail bars in the area! The menu is broken down into different categories…read more(joy, intrigue, etc) creating a custom drink for your custom feeling. Our server Connor was great- and had great recommendations. Awesome vibes, and delicious cocktails.

Stopped with my husband for a nightcap. Husband was a fan of their old fashion, I enjoyed it too. I…read moregot one of their martinis, very well made. I was taking a risk with the martini, as there was sherry in it which I thought was odd. I didn't love my drink it was sweet and briney, not my speed. Still enjoyed the atmosphere. Our waiter was great and checked on us often. We will be back!

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.

Great service. Very good food and fun atmosphere. Nice that it's next to a cigar storeread more

We discovered this restaurant on Yelp and loved the vibe, Asian menu and cocktail program, so on…read moreour visit to Saugatuck I popped by ahead of dinner in an attempt of securing a reservation for our large party. No one was there but the owner picked up the phone and was able to arrange a great table for us right in the bar area! Walking in I was immersed in the moody and dark space, brightened by pops of red and other Asian accents. The bar is beautiful and the bartender was hard at work cranking out cocktails. Lindsay was our server, and she was an absolute breath of fresh air, clearly passionate about her role in providing the guest experience, and frankly, she made all the difference in our experience. It all started when she saw our boys sitting at the low two top and offered them a private dining experience right next to us! They downed so much sushi, I nearly had to take out a second mortgage, but I'd happily pay it over and over to see the looks on their faces at 5 and 8 again! To say that a core memory was made that night is a massive understatement, as we have not stopped hearing about this since we returned and my son even made my mother walk him back to the restaurant the next day just to see if he could say hi! She took incredible care of the grown ups too. Helped with menu selections, addressed all requests swiftly and handled any issues with actual regard for the feedback being provided, which is becoming more and more rare in today's industry. On the food, we ordered most the apps including wings, green beans, cucumbers, shrimp, and spring rolls, and then we added the crab noodles, yellow curry and a few sushi rolls. The cucumbers and green beans stole the show, with the shrimp and crab noodles not too far behind. The sushi was decent, but I found the rice a bit gummy and didn't really get a sense of each element within them. The wings and curry were a bit bland for my liking but the wings benefitted by the additional sauce with them. The curry needed a bit more heat, fish sauce, and maybe a hit of vinegar. As someone who LOVES Asian food, this satisfied the itch after mainly eating American food for so many days, but I'd realistically rate it a 3.5 stars, especially considering the price and value. I'd happily return on my next visit to Saugatuck and suggest it to friends too. Keep crushing the service game!

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!

An art installation and a cocktail, sign me up! This was a last minute find on a recent trip and it…read morewas so enjoyable. Local artists are invited o do an exhibition and patrons can peruse and perhaps purchase the art. The staff is friendly and knowledgeable about the art and artist. Great cheese tray and drinks!

Loved this spot! We were out killing time and I wanted some food! We stopped here because I…read moreabsolutely adore sea food! This place was beautiful. When we walked in we actually inquired about a dress code because we felt under dressed. And neither of us are really ever under dressed. There wasn't one so we took a seat the bar. This place is huge and beautiful. There is a gorgeous patio area and bar stools outside lining the indoor bar with garage doors that were open. I love an open air bar in the summer. It makes it feel so.... Summery. Our bartender was wonderful! Super helpful and accommodating. We spilt the lobster rolls because there were two of them and I never eat all of my food anyway. They split them up and gave us two plates with separate fries etc. The presentation was great. The food was delicious! I was working while we were there and needed to get on a few meetings so we ended up hanging out for about two hours. They were so good to us. Most definitely will be back!

This restaurant was right across the street from our hotel and we hadn't made reservations but we…read morewere able to sit at a high top table in the bar area. The prices are high, but not as high as Ruth's Chris across the street and I actually liked the food better. I got the Lump Crab cake dinner and it is amazing! It comes with 2 crab cakes, mashed potatoes and green beans. I took leftovers and had a great snack later. My friend got the fish and chips and said it was delicious and he had leftovers too because it was a big portion. The service was great and food was phenomenal!