Haters gonna hate on Butch's. Haters can hate on the fact that the folks of Grand Haven generally love it. There's definitely some competitive advantage in their awesome location across from the channel and just down from the state park, but there's more than location to explain why the lines for Butch's are out the door most sunny days from Memorial Day through Labor Day. Butch's has such a unique flavor, it's pretty hard to compare it to other places. It's absolutely not gourmet, but it's absolutely beach food. Nothing about Butch's is authentic, but everything about what they do is "craveable". The tortillas are not homemade, but something about their flour-y texture is memorable. The volume of the burritos (and salads, for that matter) seem to be mostly lettuce, but that's not to the detriment of the flavor. Instead the lettuce gives great texture and moisture, along with the sauce. The sauces (1, 2, or 3 alarm) are not slow-cooked, artisanal family recipes but DANG do they go well on an Original Beef n Bean burrito. No, I would not recommend a veggie burrito. The list of toppings is limited, and it definitely needs the meat to round things out. Note that the chicken is shredded and can be a bit dry, so make sure you get plenty of sauce on/with your entree if you go that route. If you're feeling hungry, my advice is to get a salad. Once you've eaten 3/4 of it, you can even wrap it up with the tortilla that lines the bottom of the container and have what amounts to basically another burrito. As others have noted, BBB is a Grand Haven landmark, an institution. I got some of my wedding pictures taken in front of here, a tribute to many happy summer memories. If you don't decide to go (or go back) to Butch's, I get it. That just makes it a bit shorter wait for me and all the other die-hards that find themselves craving that special somethin' somethin' by the beach. read more

Awful! We stopped because we were hungry and it was crowded. The food had absolutely no flavor. The chips were horribly stale.

This place is on par with Taco Bell but it's three times more expensive! Not worth the price. Kinda wanted to vomit it out when I was done but it was $11 for a burrito smaller than Taco Bell. Terrible. The Barq's root beer was good though. read more

I had a beef burrito and it was delicious. They very quick from ordering to deliver. Very clean outside picnic tables with umbrellas to eat at. read more

So good!! Fresh and fast and delicious! Really glad we stopped!! Delicious end to a fabulous beach day!

Made our annual pilgrimage to Butch's for Sunday sunset on the pier in Grand Haven. I had the bean burrito with mild peppers and 3 alarm sauce. My wife had the veggie burrito and 2 alarm. Ate mine and finished hers. Felt the 3 Alarm burn for another 15 minutes and savored it. For all those haters on Butch's because it's not their idea of a Mexican restaurant or burrito - take a flying leap! Butch's is Butch's; their beach burrito is THEIR beach burrito - not someone else's. Butch's is a classic and we still miss Butch taking our order - may he rest in peace. Butch's and Grand Haven ... two summer classics not to be missed. read more

Great Cali vibes. Solid food but portions are a little small for the price. Tacos were tasty and we enjoyed sitting at the outdoor tables.

The food is cheap and good and service is nice i give it a 1000/10 recommend and it's very clean

I've been coming here for the last 18 yrs...and my family years prior to that!! Simple an delicious beachside burritos....no frills...just a good burrito to fill your belly after spending some time in the waves or riding your bike... read more

Location location location. The ONLY reason there is traffic at Butch's. Sad, because it is a waste of a fabulous location and a huge opportunity. To like these burritos is testament to having no experience w a genuine burrito or to know the first thing about quality Mexican food. Again, a waste! What passes a burrito is ridiculously marginal. Burger meat, lousy unadorned shells straight from the plastic package, half-filled, no quality extras, overpriced and fully disappointing. The kind of "burrito" your Dutch mother would have served, having no clue what Mexican food is, the day after she served an Italian meal where ketchup went on while spaghetti noodles. Look, sorry, but this place is a sad joke. A lost opportunity any way you cut it. read more

Food was ok. Service was not very good. They were not very accommodating when I asked for a cup of tap water to provide my dog on a hot day.

Usually don't give bad reviews but I was always wondering why this place has very little reviews AND it's never packed considering the prime location it has. I knew the answer but wanted to find out and found out I did. First of all the customer service. It wasn't there. The ladies expected you to know exactly what you wanted. Didn't want to help at all. I hate feeling frustrated when ordering. Now the food. I ordered the famous beef and bean. Let me tell you that it's not a burrito. It's basically a big soft shell taco. That's it. Barely any beef and beans. Mostly soggy veggies. I'm sorry. Beach Burritos bring up memories of SoCal and huge explosive mission style burritos. Nope. Not here. So much potential though. read more

No way this place deserves a 3 star. Awesome, quick and really good food. Nice and close to the beach and boardwalk. Always a must go when in town read more

Gotta say - don't really get the high rating this place has so far (currently a 4). I had a beef burrito supreme - it was fine. Not good, not bad... ok. Husband had beef burrito and he did not like it. (He pondered how the beef got to the particular color that it was.) Since they sell their bottle salsa, I'm assuming that's well liked around the area - and it did seem good. Service was good. Location was good. The fact that they have a parkiing lot with available parking in it is a double bonus - makes it easy to go there. Would I return? No, don't think so. Would I recommend? Probably not. read more

Butch's Beach Burritos - Butch's - view from water - Mexican Near Me - Grand Haven, Michigan

People!!! These negative reviews are ridiculous. Butch's is not your typical "Mexican" restaurant, nor does it try to be. Butch's is just Butch's. Opened and unchanged since the late ''80: (Ok, they dropped the 4 alarm source about 30 years ago and I've almost forgiven them). They have the same thin tortillas that must be almost hard to find these days, but that's part of what makes Butch's a one of a kind . I have only ever gotten the veggie burrito with the 3 alarm sauce, and I love it. The mix of beans and veggies is yummy, topped off by Butch's tasty and unique 3 alarm sauce on that tender tortilla. The result? A great burrito with no comparison. RIP Butch Long live Butch's. read more

Literally terrible. No seasoning on anything. Burritos have no rice, beans, pico de Gallo... it's bland. I gave back my burrito and asked for chips and guacamole and still it was bad. Anyways don't go lol read more

Butch's Beach Burritos - Chicken burrito - Mexican Near Me - Grand Haven, Michigan

Love the location of this place! No better place to eat after spending a day at the beach. The service is always good no matter the line. I have been coming to this place my entire life and have always gotten the beef and cheese paquitos. I highly recommend! read more

This place is located down the main road headed to Grand Haven State Park. The food is okay and ranges from tacos to burritos, hot dogs, and other treats. Prices are fairly inexpensive. There is also a selection of frozen non-alcoholic drinks to try which are nice on a warm sunny day. The place itself is tiny. The tables to eat at are located outside, or you can take a short walk back to the boardwalk and eat on one of the many benches there. The menu is posted right when you walk in, and they also have a selection of salsas to choose from you can buy to take home. For myself,I ordered a beef supreme burrito. I requested the spiciest salsa they had and extra sour cream. The only bizarre element, my burrito had was that inside of it pepperoncinis and olives were added which I wasn't a huge fan of. Overall, food came out quickly and owners were extremely friendly. Food, was okay, I won't be running back anytime soon, but if in the area and forget to pack a lunch, I will definitely make a return trip! read more

Butch's Beach Burritos - Beef Supreme burrito on the beach - Mexican Near Me - Grand Haven, Michigan

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his place was soo fun to walk in and get a taco or a hot dog or both haha my friend love how they rap his hot dog in wrap. Loved how fast it took them to cook and off to the beach, yes it was close to the beach that was a plus. read more

Conveniently located near the state park, Butch's has consistently good food, including bean and beef burritos, taco salads, Chiwawa Chili Dogs, and freshly made salsas. Vegetarian items are also available. For a complete menu, please visit www.butchsbeachburritos.com. read more

Butch's Beach Burritos - Mexican Near Me - Grand Haven, Michigan

This place should not be considered a Mexican restaurant of any sort. The tacos and burritos were extremely over priced for what they were. I paid $7 to get a cold, doughy tortilla with what I assume to be warmed up canned chicken with some lettuce and salsa. The picture below is an example of their beef taco that I also purchased. If you love bland, boring, and overpriced food I suggest coming here. read more

Butch's Beach Burritos - Beef taco - Mexican Near Me - Grand Haven, Michigan

The only thing this place has going for it is the location. They figured out how to make everything the cheapest way possible and charge the most. My bean and meat burrito was mostly iceberg lettuce. I won't go back. read more

Very disappointed in beef and bean burrito. Paid $6 and it was all lettuce. Couldn't even find beans and barely any meat read more

Butch's Beach Burritos - a hand holding a burrito - Mexican Near Me - Grand Haven, Michigan

The burritos are amazing! They give very good portions of everything in the burrito. I was expecting it to be a lot heavier but it was actually a pretty light burrito which was nice. The employees are very kind and helpful and the food was prepared very quickly. I would definitely return and recommend to others at Grand Haven. read more

Fast, cheap eats, yes. Mexican food - not sure I would call it that. Had a chicken and cheese burrito - which was shredded chicken, cheese, lettuce, tomato, and salsa (choose mild, medium, or hot). Less a burrito and more a thin roll-up/wrap inside a slightly gritty, flour tortilla. Salsa was sweet. Did I enjoy it? Sure. A companion had the chips and salsa which were yellow round chips (think stadium nachos) with a side of the salsa. Not bad - just not authentic Mexican. Food comes out very fast. They also sell hot dogs. I think the phrase "beach burritos" perfectly sums up the food - so they did a great job naming the place. $30 for 3 burritos, 1 taco, a bottle of water, 1 chip and salsa and 1 chip and cheese. I think a bottle of water was less than a $1 i.e. $1 when you include tax. Takes Discover Card. Easy parking. read more

I have loved this place since I was a little girl, RIP to the owner, he was so nice and so is his entire family, my condolences to all of them. I wish I could give this place 10 stars along with their Spring Lake location as well. read more

I was so excited to try this place out. It looks like the kind of place you'd go to and have the best burrito of your life. Thus, I had my eye set on Butch's since the day I got to Grand Haven. I just ate a chicken supreme burrito from here, and I have to say that I was disappointed. Some of the fault lays on me for hyping it up. But most of the fault lays on Butch's for not providing me with an amazing burrito. Honestly, I've had better food at Taco Bell. Never dreamed I'd say that. read more

When I drove past the place was packed, so we decided to give it a go. If I could give the place zero stars I would the food was beyond disappointing, basically a step up from cafeteria food, bland and very plain. If 2020 was a restaurant it would be this place. Highly recommend you take your business elsewhere if your looking for a tasty meal . read more

I really, really love Butch's! I grew up in Grand Haven and this place has been around since I was little. This is not Mexican food, so those who are expecting authentic Mexican will be disappointed. This place is in a class by itself...I've never had anything like it. It is one of the few food things that I miss about West Michigan because there is absolutely no way that I can replicate it at home. There is just something about the tortillas and the sauce (you get a choice of 1, 2, or 3 on a hotness scale), the lettuce and the cheese, the guacamole. How do they do it? My favorite is the vegetarian burrito minus sour cream with number two sauce and a side of guacamole and chips. The food aside, everyone who works there is so friendly. They have a good little assembly line going, so you never have to wait too long for your food - and this also makes the line going out the door not as scary. It will go fast - don't worry. And the prices aren't bad either! When I was younger, my only complaint was that this place was only open in the summers. But now that they've opened a second location a stone's throw over in Spring Lake that is open year-round and tastes just as terrific, I've got nothing. AGAIN - and this is important - do not expect traditional Mexican fare. This is just weirdo townie beach food made just as much (if not more) for the locals than for the tourists visiting the State Park down the street. They serve hot dogs in tortillas for crying out loud. So open your mind and treat yourself to Butch's. Lord knows it's the first thing I do every time I go back up to Michigan! read more

Coming from Southern California and the capital of Mexican food my expectations were sky high. I was very disappointed with the quality of food we received at Butches. Lack of flavors and quality ingredients for sure! Do yourself a favor.... if you are considering Dining at Butches, don't. Arturo's is right down the street! read more

A local classic and favorite! Burrito's are amazing, and have a special sauce! Lots of different varieties of mexican originals (nachos, burritos, tacos, etc) Not open all year, so make sure you go visit during those beautiful summer days! read more

The prices were good and the location is awesome and a great place to go when you're by the beach. Everyone should try this place. The only reason I'm not giving a full five stars is because my burrito got very soggy very quickly. I would recommend saying light salsa to avoid this problem, but my boyfriends burrito was fine and very good. read more

Terrible! My husband was excited to try this place while we vacationed in Grand Haven, MI because of all the positive reviews on Yelp. Butch's Beach Burritos is definitely overrated! There is nothing authentic about this place and the food doesn't even taste good. If you want the worst interpretation of tacos and burritos you will like this place...it's just not my thing. The chicken and beef tacos were bland even with salsa and the best part of lunch were the chips. Although Butch's is conveniently located near the beach, there are many other restaurants close enough with much better food. Go the extra half mile! read more

This place is not good, even for a little shack on the beach. I stopped in and for a veggie burrito plus a side order of chips and guac. For a place that only has tacos, burritos and hot dogs on the menu, they Butch-ered mine; the burrito was split open on one end and falling apart on the other. Nothing to the food, a lot of beans, rice, and some pickled peppers. The $3 guac container wasn't even half full but it was fully devoid of flavor. Maybe they do other items better, but I wouldn't go back. read more

I had a beef burrito here. Not only it was as skinny as taquitos, the beef was actually ground beef, and only beans and cheese inside. This place does not even have mexican rice. I am used to authentic mexican food, so this place was a big surprise for me. My friends from this area say that this place is so good. I feel sorry for those people for not knowing good authentic mexican food. There was nothing wrong with the service though. read more

The rule about not ordering Mexican food in the North still holds. People around here must not know better or only have Taco Bell to compare it to, but what I ordered and ate was NOT a burrito. Ingredients were cool to cold, flavorless, and the salsa was cloying and had no bite, and this was the "medium" level of spiciness. read more

A likeable kind of place, as long as you tolerate really boring food. I just got back from my first trip to Michigan (meeting the bfs family!) and he insisted we had to go to Butch's. I don't eat meat so I ordered a vegetarian burrito. It was terrible. It literally tasted like nothing. I requested a ride over to Taco Bell afterwards. After talking to a few of the locals and sharing my unimpressed reviews of the place, a lot of people admitted that they really only liked it there because of the experience of growing up and going after the beach time after time. Its cute...and everyone was super friendly, its just bland. Except for the Strawberry Margarita Slushy. read more

This is just really bland Mexican food. Even their chips and salsa is below par. I normally scarf chips and salsa down, but theirs was so bad I threw it away. I also got a 'Strawberry Margarita shake' which was flavorless. Almost everything is under $2.00, so it's pretty reasonable. I would not consider this authentic Mexican food under any circumstance, but if you're looking for a cheap bite to eat close to the beach, this is your best bet. read more

AWFUL SERVICE. I have never felt so much disappointment towards a restaurant before, let alone a "not so fancy" one. Would've chosen McDonalds over this place. The old man working the counter was RUDE and unfriendly. Should choose a different job if he can't handle people. He saw me from the back of the line, with my SERVICE DOG and proceeded to let me wait in line for 15 minutes until i reached the counter, he had the nerve to yell at me and tell me to leave the store because I had my SERVICE DOG. I will NEVER go here again. You should probably have everyone in that restaurant read this article so they don't make fools of themselves again. https://www.ada.gov/archive/qasrvc.htm read more

Don't expect authentic Mexican, but plan on a unique taste you won't get anywhere else. Their burritos are wrapped and eaten by hand. The shredded chicken and homemade salsa make the perfect burrito I love to get every time we're in town. read more

Butch's Beach Burritos - Ordering from the man, himself. - Mexican Near Me - Grand Haven, Michigan