Sad to say I never made it to Basalt when it was around and only made it to Asada on the last ever day in their space on Wealthy. Honestly it was an incredible location for a space and had such a great vibe inside. My best friend is a regular at the restaurant and we're hoping to see them more in smaller capacities like when we saw them at the Fulton St. Market. Overall, the food was really good. I like the concept of fast-casual dining without the need to have a server. I think it allows things to feel more casual and allowed for me to be more willing to eat there (obviously in other circumstances lol). I got the horchata hot cakes with some of the papas with ghost sauce. I thought the pancakes were GREAT and more than worth it for the price. I was surprised how large and fluffy they were. The flavor was great without being too sweet and none of the flavors being too overpowering. My friends got the breakfast sandwiches and chaichata drinks and absolutely loved them. My friend loved her drink so much she got two within the span of us eating. I know it's a hard time for local businesses but I'm hoping there are more ways we can still see them around. read more

Asada on Wealthy - horchata hot cakes - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Grand Rapids, Michigan

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To be honest, I've only been here twice but I wanna change that based off the last time I went. Our food was just so good, I had forgotten how delicious their menu is. Different from the last time I was here but we were told to find a seat upon entering and that when we were ready, we could order our food at the counter. I looked over their menu and found lots of good breakfast taco options, the breakfast burrito I have heard is great, but what really caught my attention was the biscuits and gravy. I was feeling quite ravenous this morning and got the full order for $11 and a side of bacon. They had a table close to the entrance with extra menus, clean cups, water jugs, hot sauces, silverware and napkins. Seemed like a help-yourself vibe which I grabbed everything we would need for our meal. Our food was brought to us rather quickly and my bf ordered the breakfast bowl with scrambled eggs and sausage. He told me it tasted so good and he loved that he could make his own tacos with his food. He let me try one of the hashbrown rounds and it was perfectly crispy! My biscuits and gravy were phenomenal. The biscuits were so fresh and the gravy had a really nice and comforting flavor to it. You could get chorizo and mushrooms in your gravy but i went with a traditional sausage for my protein. My bacon on the side came in a tiny dish but I ate all four pieces haha. Once we finished, there were some bus bins under the same table with the silverware, we placed all our dirty dishes there and cleaned up after ourselves before leaving. I honestly felt so content leaving there and can't wait to return. I really appreciate the ambiance in there with the beautiful plant life, the lights on the ceiling, and cool decor in general. The staff was also SO NICE! Wins everywhere. I also noticed people coming in for takeout which is good to know in case I don't feel like dining in some morning. Please check this place out sometime if you're in the mood for some really good breakfast that doesn't break your bank account. read more

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I love the hot and salted tostada chips that I get with queso. The burger is really good. A true smash burger. The breakfast bowls is filling and yummy. The staff is super friendly. read more

On the recommendation of several friends, I met a friend at Basalt on a Friday morning at 8:30am in October. Since it wasn't crowded, we walked in and got a table right away. The menu is Tex Mex. I ordered one Executive Taco on a flour tortilla and the "Zaddies," which are basically loaded tater tots. I enjoyed my food. Nothing was life changing, but everything was solid. My seven-year-old daughter liked her two pancakes. My latte was good. Service was excellent! The only thing to note is that the hot sauce on the table fermented and exploded all over me upon opening. read more

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Basalt is now Asada on Wealthy! you order at the counter and then sit down at your table. the buzzer they give you will go off when ur food is ready. they now offer bbq options (with tortillas). i liked the carnitas tacos i got. the mac n queso has pieces of hashbrowns on the top, so fun! restaurant is tidy and has a good amount of seating. when ur done eating, clean up after yourself! read more

Asada on Wealthy - deviled eggs - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Grand Rapids, Michigan

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I hadn't been to Basalt in a while (except for the Wikiwiki Poke pop up, which was amazing) so I stopped in recently to get some food. They have table service so I was told to choose anywhere I wanted to sit. The vibe inside is cute and comfortable and I felt welcomed. The menu is Tex Mex with a focus on breakfast/brunch, aka my favorite meals. I went all out and got a ton of food: the taco plate (comes with two tacos and a side), the breakfast burrito, and an espresso drink made with a mix from Let's Stay Home, a local business. My food didn't take long to come out and everything looked so good. I tried the tacos first - I got the mommie dearest and the tru royale. You get a choice of either corn or flour tortillas, so I went with the house made corn tortillas that have a lot of flavor. I especially loved the super crispy hash brown bites as my side. Both tacos were seasoned well, a bit greasy, and so delicious. I barely had room for any of the burrito (I took the leftovers home to Nate), but if you're a breakfast burrito fan, you have to try this. It's stuffed with scrambled eggs, chedar-jack cheese, papas, rice, and your choice of protein, and then they crust the outside with cheese. Wowww, it's so good - and huge! You could definitely split this if you wanted to - but you might not want to. I also loved the specialty drink I had, and check their monthly features as they're always introducing something fun. I loved this meal at Basalt and won't wait so long to come back! read more

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Wow, asada packs a punch with flavor. We came here because of the vegan options for our friends but stayed for the delicious burrito and sauces. Big enough to split, we loved the chorizo burrito and tots. The green sauce and chimi mayo were insanely good. Cold brew coffee delicious. Crazy nice staff that made sure we loved our food. Very reasonable prices. Laid back atmosphere. Overall this spot knocks it out of the park. Tough to get blown away on price, atmosphere and flavor at places anymore but they have it all. I'll be back. read more

Incredible experience all around. The staff is super friendly and polite. The food (breakfast burrito and tots) was amazing and large enough to split. Very cool atmosphere in a great area. Definitely will be back soon! read more

Basalt is a fun Tex-mex style joint with great brunch and "not brunch" options. 10/10 recommend the mac n queso - it's super flavorful and topped with crunchy hashbrowns. The tacos are great and filling. They also have a good sized coffee menu - the cortado is great. There's also a late night walk up window with items like smash burgers and ramen - looking forward to trying this in the future! read more

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Texmex brunch found here. They close pretty early. The tacos are standard size so on the small side. ~$6 per taco. The egg and sausage taco was as expected. Not big on flavor. The hash browns were a large portion. Fried crisply. It was decent but tasted kinda flat after a few bites. Overall, good quality food with cute presentation but flavor slightly lacking. read more

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Upcharge! Lite ice on your drink - upcharge! Want some green sauce? Upcharge! Egg? Upcharge - even when they forget it! Listen. This place has great food. Smoked wings were awesome as was everything else. But come on!! The amount I paid in up charges is ridiculous! First time here, probably last time here . read more

FIRE! The Texas burger is outstanding Carnitas and chimi chicken were solid Unexpectedly satisfying read more

Asada, Basalt ~ Tomato, Tamoto ~what's the difference? Aside from a noticeable "chippy-shoulderness" which sometimes is more appreciated within the industry, and a quick-counter-order v.s. Waiters (also sometimes more appreciated by patrons for convenience) the experience was indistinguishable from my prior "Basalt" experience. Instead of getting the burrito as normal, I honed in to SMASH a brunch styled double-smash that was totally smashed off the charts. IMO (&secretly because it's "Asada") the BEST smash I've had in GR (up there with 7-monks & Black napkin, haven't tried Little Bird's yet which I hear competes heavy) It was also quite busy during Saturday Brunch rush but heard a gripe about the pace slowing down after noon, keep going after noon though, I dare you to get SMASHED. Great lighting, limited seating, open-kitchen, diggg Anyways, I hope y'all keep SMOOSHIN em cuz that, was f Chef mf kiss ya filthy ferals! -Shaman.Dom read more

One of my favorite brunch spots! The burrito was delish and service was great even with a busy crowd.

I waited 1 hour for two tacos. Even feel more insulted because people ordered after me got their food before us. Time wasted and I can't bother to taste the food after being disrespected like that! read more

Food was excellent. Fair size serving for the price. Staff we interacted with was either dry or acted like we were bothering them. Steven was just plain rude. Restaurant was very clean. read more

The atmosphere was as you would expect a popular Tex-Mex breakfast spot to be...Packed and vibrant. Just the kind of place you'd want to be to supercharge your day before heading out the door. I was greeted with a warm smile by Andrew, my server. I told him that it was my first time, and before I could utter anything else I was provided a menu and a cold glass of water. Although I had already done my pre-visit investigation of the menu to figure out what I wanted, Andrew was very helpful in giving me all the specifics I needed to make a decision about which dish I wanted to go with. I'm not much for flare, so I decided to keep things simple and go with the breakfast burrito. I specifically went with the red chorizo. And OH MY GOODNESS was that a great decision! This burrito was so delicious! I'm telling you...eating a cheese-wrapped breakfast burrito with chorizo, egg, cheese, rice, and potato delivers a rich and savory experience that will have your mouth craving more! The combination of spicy chorizo, fluffy scrambled egg, gooey melted cheese, hearty rice, and tender potato creates a medley of flavors and textures. The cheese wrap adds a creamy and slightly tangy element, enhancing each bite. Needless to say, it is so worth the price of admission. I ordered a side of hash to accompany my burrito. The hash itself wasn't anything out of the ordinary. Perfectly crispy & not too oily. But the star was the spicy ketchup sauce on the side.... Man, when I tell you that it brings flavor, it's literally the perfect combination of sweet and savory. It also has a low level heat that takes regular hashbrowns to a whole other level! So good! All in all, I was really impressed by the whole experience. You won't be disappointed taking a chance on this hidden gem! read more

Asada on Wealthy - Breakfast Burrito - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Grand Rapids, Michigan

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Wonderful Tex mex brunch/lunch. While it's Tex mex, the food feels healthy and light but leaves you full of delicious flavors. Like that melted cheese on the outside of the burrito. Perfection! It's a cute, calm, and earthy environment. Perfect place to meet up with friends or for a date. Service is pretty quick and staff are super nice. Parking is side street parking, being located in east town. Prices are fair. No alcohol but great coffee. read more

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I no longer visit Basalt. For some context, I was a habitual customer of Basalt. Maybe not a frequent flyer, but I would eat at Basalt ~once a month for the past year or so. I'm a big breakfast person- I frequent many breakfast establishments in Eastown typically 3-4 times a month (think Brown Butter, Wolfgang's, Terra Bagel, Scorpion Hearts Club, etc.). I loved Basalt. They really appeared to be a hole in the wall with decent wait staff. When I visit, I usually get the same order: two breakfast tacos, a beverage (that isn't just water), and their drop biscuits. Don't get me wrong, the food at Basalt is good, albeit a bit overpriced. However, my most recent visit went poorly. I entered the restaurant around 11am on a Sunday to find that Basalt has transformed from a full-service restaurant to a fast casual restaurant. It is not apparent when you enter the restaurant that you seat yourself; the "instructions" are off to the side of the entryway. Unlike most fast casual restaurants, the Basalt customer is not naturally guided to the ordering station, which should be front and center, but in Basalt's case, is lost in the mix of the kitchen and the bar. From my initial confusion, the singular wait staff, aside the owner, shouted at me to order from the counter. I recognize the wait staff as an employee I see regularly here, so I'm not super annoyed at being shouted at. Maybe he recognizes me and it's all a part of the employee's character? I set my things down as far from other customers as possible, as to maximize my time alone, ensure there was a seat for me in this newly "fast casual" business, and dig my wallet out from my bag, and went back up to the counter to order. From this point on, I am not sure if I PO'd the owner, wait staff, or what, but you are not obligated to tip at fast casual restaurants, especially if you are expected to bus your own tables and pay prior to the food arriving. Tipping is based on service, not on me ordering. So naturally, I didn't tip, because I saw I would be cleaning my table off myself. I finish my order, collect my order flag, and sit back down at my table. Wait- I forgot my utensils and my complimentary water. Of course I forgot them, they're next to the door when I walked in, not next to the ordering "station" (for lack of better word). I stand back up, grab my utensils, water pitcher, and glass. After an expected amount of time, my breakfast tacos arrive. About halfway through my food, my drink arrives. It was regular horchata. I'm not sure it should have taken longer for the drink to get to me than the food, but I don't know how horchata works, so it isn't my place to say anything. The wait staff takes my flag-- "Wait!" I state I am still am waiting for my drop biscuits. "Oh, yes. I will find those for you." Continued, I finish my plate of tacos and my drink and am finishing my drop biscuits. Surprisingly the drop biscuits have a bite to them, so I am sipping down a good amount of water from my water pitcher to keep my eyes from watering. Suddenly, a mother-f--king 8 top walks into the tiny Basalt restaurant. It is a whole-a$$ family. And obviously, they can't find anywhere to sit, it's 11:30 on a Sunday morning. Y'all hit the church brunch rush. 'Should have came sooner or later,' I thought to myself. Apparently, the wait staff didn't think the same as I did, so he started grabbing my plate and water from me. "No you don't have to bus that for me. I'm just finishing my water." "We're in a rush and I need this seat." The waiter was obviously kicking me out to make room for their newly arrived 8-top. I didn't even argue. My food is gone and my water was rudely taken right out from under me. What the heck. ETA: Glad you took the time to read my review! When a larger man approaches a woman in public and rushes them, they often fear harassment. So I left, as I didn't want to have a man up in my business. The argumentativeness of the owner just WREAKS of men/male privilege. But if you want, you can watch your cameras through and you'll see me say something along the lines of "You don't need to take that, I can bus my own dishes." But I'm not about to physically grab something from somebody else. I'm not rude. Additionally, I have no problem with the food being priced as it is. Good food should be priced well, but compared to other breakfast places in the area, the food is more-highly priced. Guess the food doesn't match the area. ETA2: Thank you for your honest feedback! read more

I have been to this place a number of times and I can say that I've NEVER had a bad time. Everyone has always been accomodating and kind. People should refrain from leaving hateful reviews based on hurt feelings and give credit where it's due. Your conduct is cause for embarrassment. Great restaurant, great food, GREAT staff (owner included). read more

we were moving this week so that means i packed away the dishes and got to knock some more restaurants off my list. 2 things I love... breakfast and mexican food. i always go for a breakfast burrito when they're on the menu somewhere. i've seen nothing but good things about basalt and i knew they had many vegan options so it was must try. my boyfriend and I both got the taco plates which come with two tacos and a side. you can get breakfast tacos, regular tacos, or one of each. you can also make almost any taco vegan($1up charge) . I got the vegan mommie dearest and the vegan cyclops and hash-browns for my side (which came with two super crispy hash-browns). my boyfriend got the queso mac n cheese for his side and loved it. it looked so good with the hash-brown pieces on top. i enjoyed the sauces on the table ( 2 srirachas and a spicy ketchup). they suggest you dip your hash-brown is spicy ketchup and it was very good. I also like how you order on your phone by scanning the QR code and they bring it to you. we also got a cherry berry limeade which was good. it was not super sweet which made it very refreshing. i've wanted to try basalt for a while and have even see them often with a table at Fulton St farmers market. I'm glad I finally did and will be returning for good breakfa read more

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I'm a total taco snob. These were fantastic! Can't believe we waited so long to try this place! Everything was so flavorful and I like that they were unique but still had a solid nod to traditional Mexican tacos. I think the chorizo was my favorite. Added egg to it as well. The macaroni and cheese side was some of the best I've ever had. We definitely can't wait to come back and try more things (and take better pictures ) read more

Asada on Wealthy - Chorizo con papas, suaderito, carnitas, with a side of Mac n cheese - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Grand Rapids, Michigan

The best food! Amazing breakfast burritos, brisket, tots, drinks. Very creative with their food! 10/10 vibes.

Our waitress at Littlebird (another amazing GR spot) told us about the amazing Tex-Mex at Basalt. We chose to sit at the bar and got to have a great conversation with the owner! Highly recommend the Taco Platter with the Mommie Dearest and the Basic. Green chorizo was A++. Get the hash browns as a side and smother them in their homemade spicy ketchup. read more

This Texan visited a childhood friend in GR and Basalt was a must try from her. She was definitely right about Basalt - it's comparable to the Tex-Mex breakfast tacos in Houston. I had the mushroom breakfast tacos and a chorizo-based taco. Let me tell you, while I liked the chorizo taco, I LOVED the mushroom tacos. There were a variety of mushrooms - not just one or two. I thought I tasted bella, shitake and oyster. So for the vegetarians and even carnivores, the mushroom taco was superb!! While the space was compact, they were able to seat our party of 5 in decent time. The space is welcoming, vibrant, and nd on a fun strip in a cool part of GR. The staff, especially the owner, are very personable and friendly. It was nice to speak to him and learn about his background and the catalyst for Basalt. Hope to see a second Basalt. read more

Asada on Wealthy - Zaddy Fries - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Grand Rapids, Michigan

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I haven't been here in a while except for the occasional breakfast taco takeout and they really revamped the menu and added a lot of fun and delicious stuff. The decor is also very homey and friendly. The breakfast tacos are definitely the best in the city, but my partner had the biscuits and gravy and those were incredible too. I need to come back and try a few more of the new menu items and fun drinks too! read more

Came here for the first time after a week in Austin, TX (taco heaven) and these tacos blew my mind! I can't believe we have this place in GR. SO good! We got the Zaddy fries too- a must try! I can't believe we waited so long to eat here. We will be back often. My 9 year old was also quite impressed. After complaining the entire walk there (we walked less than half a mile), said, "it was worth the walk!" read more

Asada on Wealthy - Southern Belle and the Tru Royale. - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Grand Rapids, Michigan

Basalt is GR's newest best restaurant. It's fast-casual and the focus is very much on the quality of ingredients and flavor. Their house made limeades are better than you can really ever imagine and the Borracho Beans are magically vegan- they pack so much tastiness it should be illegal. Lots of veggie/vegan options, friendly and inclusive staff, good vibes all around. read more

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usually have a great breakfast here but i recently came in here on the weekend and waited an hour for my food almost an hour and a half. Got my meal wrong then got it corrected and asked for it to be taken to go, when i opened the bag the order was wrong again. read more

Tried this for the first time at the street festival. Birria ramen bowel was amazing! 10$ is a little expensive for a ramen cup, but was good! read more

Absolutely delicious. Best breakfast burritos i've had in years. Super friendly staff. May be a bit of a wait since everything appears to be made fresh/to order, but very worth it. Will be back with friends and empty stomaches. read more

Second time here. Such good food served by the nicest staff. The food is fresh and plentiful. Chorizo Con Papas w/ red pork, hash browns, onion, cilantro,quest cotija... and Carnitas Tacos w/ shaved Brussels sprouts, and a yum jalapeño slaw. Holly heck Batman. This place is a new fave. Great job to the staff! read more

Asada on Wealthy - Chorizo Con Papas - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Grand Rapids, Michigan

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One of my favorite stops in the area! Food, beverages, and ambiance are all top tier. Fantastic service and always excited to go! Hashbrowns are phenomenal as well as their tacos! read more

A little hole in the wall with fantastic food. Service was a little slow and the food is a bit pricey but this breakfast burrito could and would put ANY BURRITO to shame. Lil heavy on the fats but realize that you're doing yourself a favor by ingesting it anyways. The music is semi loud but they play bangers, so who's gonna complain... not me read more

Asada on Wealthy - The Breakfast Burrito - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Grand Rapids, Michigan

This is--hands-down--one of my favorite places in the city to eat, and it being within walking distance of my office means I'm there quite a bit! Today for lunch, I enjoyed The Packer (with Louise Earl Jalapeno Sausage) and a banana pudding: absolutely delicious! Full of flavor, good portion sizes, and I left feeling nourished and invigorated. (I would also strongly recommend the other monthly special called The Heights if you're heading in for breakfast/brunch!) Chill atmosphere, excellent staff, and lots of care put into the food. Highly recommended! read more

By far my favorite food in GR! I love the vegetarian/vegan options for just about every item. I have had a few things on the menu and I have loved every single one of them. The service was great from staff. I recommend this place to every one and I'm always looking for an opportunity to go back. read more

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Wowwwww. I've been searching for a breakfast burrito that can really pack a punch and this is it. While the price point might be hefty, it is well worth it. You'll be shocked by how heavy it is! Full of cheese, fried potatoes, rice and eggs. You can add a variety of meat options including vegetarian ones! There is even impossible sausage!! The burrito has a cheese crust in the outside to make it even more delicious. I couldn't finish it, but will make sure to come super hungry next time!! read more

My husband and I LOVE Basalt--he took his groomsmen here before our wedding! Their prices are good, quality is amazing, and we are always able to find a seat. If you enjoy breakfast tacos, this is the spot in GR for you! Love this casual, yet nice spot in Eastown. The staff knows their stuff and are always willing to help. read more

We went there for breakfast with a group of 8, kids and adults. There's something on the menu for everyone. We especially appreciate how many GOOD vegan options there are. We got our food in a timely manner and it all tasted amazing. read more

I just finished the best shrimp tacos I have ever had in my life. I ordered them after a customer walked in and yelled "those were the best shrimp tacos I've ever had in my life!" I'm obsessed. People of Grand Rapids-- make this business thrive. It is amazing. read more