I love this place. Simple, classic, totally Old School. Diner food that is really good: burgers, patty melts, tuna melts, chili, onion rings... Best are the milkshakes and malteds. In fact that's how I heard of Choo Choo Grill: my dad wanted a malted specifically, not a milkshake, and a friend told us her husband comes here for the malteds and says they're the best in town. They are great! The owners are very friendly and so are the other staff. There are only a few booths and a line of stools at the counter, so if you come at a busy time you may have to wait for a seat. We would arrive after lunch but before closing time and get to sit right down, but it's a small place and I would think there can be a line. Breakfast is still in my future, and hope to try that the next time I visit. Except then I might miss out on the chocolate malteds. read more

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The food and service is wonderful. The place is so adorable and only has 18 seats. Highly recommend

Nasty. My grandma ate onion rings and they were all slimey and a burger that was overcooked. Bad service. At least it was clean. This place needs to be shut down read more

The owner Rick really arrogant and very disrespectful of his customers. He is nice to the homeless that he lets come into eat. His employee Kathy is a sweetheart and a great cook. I would let you know more about some of his food but I did not stay due to how I was treated. read more

Best breakfast and lunch spot in Grand Rapids, the owners and staff are some of the nicest people! Their ice cream malts are the best i have had! read more

Staff was very welcoming from the second we walked through the door. The food was amazing! Will definitely be back!

The choo-choo grill is an endangered species. A throwback to a simpler time where Food wasn't trying to be cutting edge but instead just focused on being delicious. The choo-choo grill is your classic American diner. Serving up both breakfast and lunch the food is not fancy, but it is made with love And is made well. The interior is small two booths and counter seating only. What is probably most remarkable, though is that you're only a stranger there once. Every time we dine in, I am amazed at the number of regulars and repeat customers. What's even more impressive that they are remembered by the staff in return. There's terrific community connection going on within this small brick building. Rick, Kathy and Mary do a fantastic job making you feel welcome while simultaneously keeping your coffee mug filled and your order out to you fast. My personal go to is always the cakes and more there is something about a fluffy pancake hot off the flat top that is just magical and don't you dare leave without trying one of their malts ! The chocolate peanut butter is to die for! Currently the building is for sale, so who knows how much time we'll have left before the last train pulls out of the station, so get in and enjoy it while you can. read more

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I absolutely love this place. Great food made right in front of you and these workers work HARD. They deserve every dime they make and are the sweetest. I've been going here since I was a kid and I love it. read more

Food was great, classic service, exactly what one would expect from an established old school dinner.

Really good place to eat for Breakfast. I ordered the Cinnamon Raisin French Toast. The owner that was cooking was doing a great job. The other owner, was very nice and funny. Service is awesome! Love this place read more

Old school diner with very friendly service. This place is usually busy with small counter and a few small tables. The burger plate was very traditional, one of the few places where they ask how you want it cooked. I ordered this 1/2 pound burger as medium but it came medium-well. Still tasted good though. read more

Choo Choo Grill - Red Caboose combo plus drink. - Burgers Near Me - Grand Rapids, Michigan

If you're a history buff, wait no longer and get over to the Choo-Choo. Caught in a time warp, this tiny spot will evoke memories of a more tranquil time - the food is great, and most customers remember the first time they went to the Choo ! The management is vey friendly and most appreciative of your business. The "hamburg" here is the signature dish, but other items on the menu do not disappoint ! The place is up for sale, so do yourself a favor - get over to the grill and bring tour camera !! read more

Walked in several minutes before 11 o'clock sat down, ordered coffee and water and at 10:57 was told that they are no longer serving breakfast and when I informed them that was OK we would go someplace else. Every employee in there got rude and nasty. only because we didn't want lunch and went there strictly for breakfast. It's sad people have to act like that. read more

This is a super Yelp find thank you yelpers for nailing another one. First morning in Grand Rapids I had breakfast here a true find. Family owned and operated since 1920 and still family run and owned. It is a tiny place with the best food and everyone knew everyone. Soon I will definitely be a local they know also so so good find this little place grab a stool and enjoy a great place. Oh yea the coffee is incredible also read more

Choo Choo Grill - Awesome tiny place - Burgers Near Me - Grand Rapids, Michigan

The Choo Choo was bought in 1946, turned into a restaurant in 1957, and this year, the Choo will have been run by the same family for 63 years! A legendary Creston staple & hidden gem in Grand Rapids! ⁣⁣ ⁣⁣ The menu is simple & classic, and that's exactly what makes it outstanding. Traditional made burgers, fries, and old fashioned shakes make this grill the only one of its kind in Grand Rapids. As you can guess by its name, the Choo is filled with fascinating railroad and train memorabilia. ⁣⁣ ⁣⁣ The Choo has some of the best service in GR, possibly the best burger in GR, and DEFINITELY the best shakes in GR, made with real milk and ice cream! ⁣⁣ ⁣⁣ The Big Red Caboose burger & Chocolate Peanut Butter malt are the fan favorites around here. ⁣⁣ A MUST STOP diner in Grand Rapids. If you've never been here, you need to add it to your list STAT. read more

Choo Choo Grill - Burgers Near Me - Grand Rapids, Michigan

We came here from a doctor appointment early in the morning. We both ordered the omelette and we took it to go. The place was inviting and the atmosphere is small and quaint. The food was delicious when we got home and ate it. We enjoyed the food and the place was not corporate owned so the food was made to order. I would recommend read more

Choo Choo Grill - Omelette and toast - Burgers Near Me - Grand Rapids, Michigan

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Very small building, limited seating but was able to eat here on a weekday during lunch time. Ordered a patty melt with fries along with a bowl of chili. The chili bowl was served immediately and the food was ready within 10-15 minutes of waiting. Chili tasted great, although the crackers served alongside it seemed to taste a bit on the stale side. The patty melt was delicious with a pretty thick meat patty compared to the usual patty melts I've seen. Side of fries was very generous and can easily be for two people. Overall great experience, a bit on the pricier side for such a small place, but would come again if friends wanted to (Although be careful of that as seating is limited). read more

Choo Choo Grill - Burgers Near Me - Grand Rapids, Michigan

Delicious burgers, and quaint, rustic ambiance. All staff were very, very friendly. I will definitely be back!

Small parking lot for a small place. Food was really good and the staff are friendly. Not a huge menu, but it is delicious.

The genuine kindness and good old time service will blow you away. Add to that downright delicious burgers and malts and you will keep coming back. It's tight seating inside but totally worth it as the inside is so very unique and fun, and the relationships you build will be worth the coziness. read more

Choo Choo Grill - Burgers Near Me - Grand Rapids, Michigan

Words just cannot describe this local fav with its homemade (in front of you) traditional small diner foods that are generous portions & ALWAYS delicious!! Huge handmade burgers, massive omelettes, hand dipped milk shakes, literally the most delicious food that isn't fancy or complicated....just plain good and delicious food! The staff is also VERY wonderful - always so welcoming, funny, personable and kind. It's a family fav & a place we dearly love to eat. read more

The disappearing American diner lives on here. I was there early and had breakfast. Sat about 4 foot from the woman running the grill. It was excellent! Hopefully can get back and try a burger as they come highly recommended. read more

Been driving past this place for over 20 years. Finally went when I was taken there for boss's day. This place is tiny and if you hit it at the wrong time, you probably won't get a seat. If you like trains, the atmosphere is cool. I thought it was a little on the pricey side, but the food was good. The staff though, were amazing. They made you feel right at home. They would have a conversation with you and kid around with you. Gave me that small town diner feel in a bigger city. Now let's get to the food. I got the olive burger and onion rings. Burger was good but the rings were a little over done. However, they were still tasty. I like the batter they use. Made up for the over frying. We also got the bacon cheddar melt and steak fries. Also very good and the fries looked perfect. I didn't get to try those. We also had the jumbo taco salad. Not sure if chili is supposed to be on it, but it worked. Very tasty and a very good portion. I thought the place was cool and the food was good enough to go back for more. I will return at some point and it won't take me 20 years to do so this time. read more

Choo Choo Grill - Jumbo taco salad - Burgers Near Me - Grand Rapids, Michigan

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The worlds best hamburgers and fries. The place is located in an old train depot. It's very tiny inside but the food is awesome.

Uh, how could I have lived in GR for over 13 years and not ever been here??? Again, as with all reviews, I will rate based on the particular establishment type. This is a small, local, greasy spoon type of place that specializes in hamburgers. Is the food here better than that at San Chez or Judson's Steakhouse? Well, no, but the rating is higher because it accomplishes what it set out to do. Basic, no-frills burgers, big thick-cut steak fries and big milkshakes. Apples to apples, folks. A tiny building. You can eat in, but it cannot accommodate many patrons. More than enough parking for the building size. The people inside are friendly and welcoming - this is so important in such a place that if it is absent, it totally diminishes the experience. Here, the folks are great. The food is very reasonably priced for the portions you get, which are quite large. The hamburgers are extremely good and cooked properly to order. As I have an affectation for huge burgers, I love a place that does them correctly. Haute cuisine it is not, but I left with a full belly, a jingle in my pocket and a smile on my face. read more

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The food was really yummy and atmosphere friendly. My husband got enough pickles to satisfy him(a true feat in itself). Such fun! read more

Choo Choo Grill - Tuna melt - Burgers Near Me - Grand Rapids, Michigan

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Excellent burgers at a classic burger and shake shop that is a Grand Rapids icon. It can get a bit busy right at the lunch hour but they work hard to get you served. Take a seat at the counter to enjoy good food and conversation. read more

Choo Choo Grill - Take a seat at the counter - Burgers Near Me - Grand Rapids, Michigan

Great food and great service always felt welcome! And it's right in the neighborhood too. That's the best part.

I went here with my mom, the food was ok, and the staff was very nice, but the best part of this place is the history lession you get from just sitting inside for a while. One of the most interesting buildings I have found in GR. Warning the building is very tiny, like it feels crowded if there are more then 5 or 6 people in it. But everyone is always friendly, so its ok. read more

Lets start out by saying this is a hole in the wall with very limited hours. That being said they have the BEST burgers. The burger comes with very good steak fries. The milkshakes are killer too, real ice cream. They also serve breakfast, but I've never tried it. Highly highly recommend. read more

Great burger. Very much a locals joint. It's the Cheers! of the lunch time crowd. They know each other, take care of new people, and serve a really good burger. The prices are inexpensive, and the parking is limited... but it's worth the effort! You will be rewarded! 4 STARS read more

Love this place. Small but nice. Everyone like family I love the grilled cheese. Burgers are good. The root beer in the iced mug is awesome. Old school malts too. Train motif read more

Awesome burgers and neat atmosphere. Get here early because seating is limited. You don't want to miss this unique breakfast and burger joint! read more

Not only are their burgers the best anywhere around, and breakfast dishes exceptional (especially the "Gumshoe"), but the hospitality and friendly atmosphere are just what you've been looking for. My favorite place to eat in the whole state. Len R read more

Choo Choo Grill - Professionals at work. - Burgers Near Me - Grand Rapids, Michigan

Lived in Grand rapids all of my life but just made it here for the 1st time this weekend. Choo Choo's is a cozy space with eclectic train decor. I came here for lunch and enjoyed my cheeseburger, nothing special but tasty. Also got a bowl of chili, i do recommend this as it was delicious. I also ordered the chocolate peanut butter malt and that was my favorite thing I've tried so far, i highly recommend it. read more

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I was really surprised. I had heard this was the place to get the best hamburger around? First of all it's a pre-made hamburger patty. It was a good size burger. We had their Red Caboose special where the fries come with it. I upgraded to onon rings for a small up charge. It was cooked exactly as we asked. My daughter did not like the fries and I would not order the onion rings again. They were a dark brown color probably cooked in a Grease that hadn't been changed in awhile or maybe cooked in peanut oil. Hands down, not even close to being anything to brag about. Add in 2 drinks at $2.89 ea and you got yourself a bill for $35 for two people. Red Robin has got you beat all day long. Be prepared to eat in a matchbox sized restaurant. 2 booths and a small counter with stools so close to the counter that I had to sit sideways to eat. It's a mom and pop operation. They ate very friendly and make you feel at home. I would of expected hand made patties based on the reviews I read. Nothing special here. Nothing to bring us back and nothing to brag about. I don't know what all the hype is about? If you want a great burger, go over to Googs in Holland. They used to be the best before they moved. Don't know about now? Overall, we thought your burgers were just average. We won't be back. read more

Best burger in GR? Probably. Best shake in GR? Likely. Best onion rings in GR? Certainly. Best service and staff? With out a doubt. Just try it once and you'll be hooked. If my arteries could take it I'd eat here every day. read more

Maybe I'm a bit of a heretic but I don't go insane over this place like others. The food is great! Don't get me wrong, the service is also fast and friendly, but the size of the place and the crowds sorta ruined a perfect experience for me. The food is wonderful, cooked to order and fresh but I was awkwardly perched on a non-adjustable stool sandwiched between two other folks and was just really uncomfortable. (If you're skinny -- well this is a 5 star place. :D) read more

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Awesome classic american fare. I went with the legend, accompanied with onion rings and a strawberry malted. Everything was great, but next time I'll go with a smaller burger. The one pound beast is not for the faint of heart. read more

Choo Choo Grill - Burgers Near Me - Grand Rapids, Michigan

This place is expensive. My bill came to 11.95$ and that is without the tip. There are no combo basket. You have to order everything al'e cart. However the service is really good, hence the two stars, and they make u feel very comfortable. Like many have said before me the place is small and they close at 4pm. As for the food, the burgers is not as specials as many of the reviewers would have you to believe. Trust me, I am a burger man and know a good burger when I eat one. Mcdonalds new Angus burger is better than the burger served here. The fries are staek fries and cost around 3 dollars. If I had to pick the best item I ate, actually I drunk it, it would be the malt and even that was inconsistent at best. It was not blended very well and that cost 4 dollars, This is a place that I will not be visiting again. I feel that yelp reveiwers let me down. read more