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    Big Bob's Pizza

    4.1 (136 reviews)
    ModeratePizza, Bars, Salad
    Open • 3:00 pm - 9:00 PM

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    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Good for kids
    Outdoor seating

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    Chicken Tenders - Underrated
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    Phenomenal Pizza last night - thin crust, Olive Oil base, with bacon and capicola. We also asked for it to be crispy.

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    White C.

    We're normally big fans of this place. But our recent visit has made us dock a star (we'd dock two, but we're feeling generous). Prices have skyrocketed. Portions have been demolished. Our "pick three" appetizer was literally twice the price that a single appetizer used to be, and we got *less food*. Read that last sentence again. Whatever COVID did, it doesn't justify doubling the price and reducing the portions. I also ordered jalepeno bottlecaps, but they gave me poppers instead. Because they don't have bottlecaps anymore. So maybe the guy taking my order should have said as much? The menu linked on a Google search is the old menu, so as far as I knew, options and prices were still the old options and prices. The fried food seems to have changed in general. Normally, even leftover appetizers are good. Tonight, it was tough and not good within a couple of hours of getting our food. I think the cheesy broccoli bites are also different from what they used to be? So basically, prices up, portions WAY down, quality down. I, sadly, cannot confidently recommend this place anymore. It's not like it's terrible, but I was just at Pera Pizzeria nearby, and they're now the best pizza place in East Grand Rapids, and for less money. I'm sad. And angry that the food costs way more than it used to. Seriously, just take a quick peek at the photo I uploaded of the "pick three" appetizer option. That's 16 bucks, and we got less and worse food than we used to get ordering a single 8 dollar item. This place has fallen from grace.

    Dog friendly patio with water!

    We made an unplanned stop at Big Bob's with our pup after being turned away from another patio because of our doggo. Our server Sophia was incredibly sweet and so were the other staff members we interacted with! Well definitely be back once we are on this side of town. The turkey sandwiches were also phenomenal! Thanks!

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    Favorite place to go for deep dish pizza! A little loud and busy but definitely a place you must try!

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    10 years ago

    Excellent pizza with a strong selection of craft beers on tap. Free popcorn helps makes it kid friendly for dinner on weeknights.

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    Ask the Community - Big Bob's Pizza

    How safe is this restaurant for those with Celiac's?

    Hello- we do our best to address all allergies and dietary needs for every guest. Being a restaurant heavily focused on pizza we have flour particles present in our kitchen. With regard to celiac we have separate pans, utensils, and use a… 

    Dogs allowed on deck?

    Dogs are allowed on the deck. We ask that they be on a leash and in your dining "area" if others are out there with you. Dog bowls out there to keep their thirst satisfied. We have beers and other beverages for you. Cheers!

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    I visited Grand Rapids for business, went here in a Tuesday afternoon and place was busy! I was sat…read moreat the bar though right away. First had an old fashioned. I thought an old fashioned was an old fashioned, but this one was delicious and available for happy hour, can't beat that! Then at the bartenders recommendation, I had the meatballs for appetizer and the hangar steak for entree. First, the meatballs, very good, I'd give it a 4/5 minimum. Portion was very respectable, meant for a shareable appetizer but it was just me lol. The ricotta is a delicious touch. Then the hangar steak. It's the best steak I can remember having in a long time, and on a relatively inexpensive cut such as a hangar. I just can't express enough how impressed I was with it. And I'm not a sauce with steak type but the aioli just completes it so well. 5/5, and I'm pretty picky. If I come back to Grand Rapids I will visit here at least once.

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