Choo Choo Grill

Ordered 20 various sandwiches and salads for colleagues. The staff was extremely polite, friendly…read moreand accommodating. OMG!!!Best sandwich ever! #64 The Freddie Mercury Whole * Spicy sausage, bacon, pepperoni, chipotle mayo, fresh mozzarella, marinated tomatoes on a white sub panini. DELICIOUS!!!!!!!!! I had half leftover, so I'm taking that half back home to Charlotte. They also have amazing potato chips...and interesting variety...different and yummy.

Great food snd atmosphere. My daughter goes yo college in GR and said this is a must. I looked for…read morea sandwich with Russian dressing. I had the Klingon...fantastic. I was disappointed with the prices, this will be an occasional stop otherwise I'd stop in every time we'd visit town.

#34 Conan O'Brien, Reuben stew, rice krispy treats chocolate chip cookie

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The Poseidon

The Toasted Pickle

4.3(29 reviews)

1.4 mi

Love this place! I've now been to the Grand Rapids location multiple times, and I keep coming back…read morefor a reason. It's a cozy little space on Michigan Street with takeout, pick-up and dine-in options. The food is great and the service has always been very friendly. I've sampled multiple menu items and have not had a bad one yet. While the French Dip and Italian Bomber are good, I have been gravitating towards their burgers, which are exceptional. My boys and I have tried over 40 places for burgers in the GR area, and this is one of our very favorites. The Pickle Poppers and Truffle Fries are tasty sides and the 'Pickle Dippin' Sauce' is quite addictive.

Good LORD this place knocked my socks off. After hearing my vegetarian girlfriend RAVE about their…read moregrilled cheese, I finally gave in and decided to give The Toasted Pickle a shot. And by god, was I impressed. It's a small little sandwich shop off of Michigan Ave that has seating for maaaybe 20 people. I ordered the spicy chicken sandwich to go, and when I got home to open my box, my jaw dropped. These guys put not one, but TWO mf chicken breast cutlets on this poor, poor bun. Topped with delicious house made pickles (their namesake), a fresh and tangly slaw, and a spicy oily sauce, this thing was a behemoth. And for, like, $15?? This is two meals for the average person. My only complaint was that the bun simply could not shoulder the monstrous burden of what it contained. Additionally, dude the fries are phenomenal. And they absolutely LOAD you up. Get the truffle upcharge, it's worth it I promise. I have been a Two Beards fan for the better part of the past 15 years, but man, in terms of value, The Toasted Pickle takes the cake. I can't wait to experience whatever else these guys are whipping up behind the counter.

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Rico's Deli

5.0(14 reviews)

1.6 mi

You know Rico's is doing something right when they boast a perfect 5 star rating!…read more Rico, Jessica and Lupe were very gracious when I called in my order at 1:59pm when they were due to close from 2-5pm. They made me a delicious panini grilled cheese and veggie sandwich that was a perfect compliment to the recommended chili. I added onions and cheese to my chili and it was phenomenal! Flavorful and the exact right amount of spice. The whole mom 'n pop shop had fun add-ons that could be purchased like candy cigarettes, local pops and delicious sounding pints of ice-cream. I'm happy I found this little gem. Maybe next time I should test their pizza. Sold by the slice during the day for 3-4 bucks a slice. Definitely recommend the paninis and chili. Good deal for $13 and much tastier and more food than Panera bread's U pick 2. This place deserves all the business! Friendly and affordable. Support local, your stomach will thank you.

Every time we head into Rico's it's a home run out the ballpark. Yesterday we got the chicken bacon…read more& ranch wrap! Grilled to perfection every time The MAN does not miss. On top of the steal of a deal pizza slice prices, his wraps, subs, and literally everything is gold. Delicious and fills you up quick. Like you can walked into a family gathering you can chat with Rico about anything. The nicest folks and best food around

Chicken bacon ranch wrap

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Rico's Deli has delicious sandwiches that 'won't break your pocketbook' | Panini's | Toasted Subs | Wraps | Pizz

Chicago Beef Joint

4.2(61 reviews)

0.5 mi

Came here for a live music performance for a friend and found a gem! Table's biggest hit was the…read moreKing Louie Fries which were their seasoned crinkle cut fries with melted cheese, shaved beef, and giardiniera peppers. I think the Chicago dog and the Italian Beef with the au jus on the side were solid, but nothing to write back home to Chicago about. Better than Portillo's, kind of reminded me of Mr. Beef almost. Getting the sandwich wet is usually the rite of passage, but I went for the au jus on the side. Don't make the mistake I did. Everything just falls out of it when you tilt the sandwich to dip it. Also, if you think you can eat hot giardiniera peppers, just think for a quick sec longer because these ones were pretty hot for someone who has a decent heat tolerance.

I ordered the chili cheese, Polish sausage and the chili cheese fries. The presentation is as good…read moreas it can be for this type of food and they did a nice job with keeping the menu basic and simple. The taste of the Polish dog was good. the bun was soft. It was portioned correctly. It just was very bland compared to what else you can get in Grand Rapids. The chili cheese fries also were not horrible but I wanna say they were great. It is just gas station cheese and chili from a can. Again, not horrible just nothing special. Overall, I probably wouldn't recommend this place but I also want to steer someone away either especially if you are drunk and at the bar across the street. I'm sure it tastes much better. That being said, I think it's a perfect restaurant for its location. There is not a ton of competition directly next-door or across the street. And technically, the Bar across the street has food of a similar quality however it is a nice alternative It's up to you. There's much better places in town for hotdog however, I would give the spot another shot to try the Italian beef. I have heard it is not excellent, but I have not had it Personally.

Bar

CBJ Chicago Hotdogs

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They also have the NFL schedule on the napkin holders!

Field & Fire

4.5(150 reviews)

0.6 mi

VERY VERY fresh, well balanced, and delicious! I had the turkey club which was savory tasting made…read morewith high quality ingredients. It came with a petite salad made of leafy greens, yellow bell pepper slices, and dragon fruit shavings coated in a lemon salad dressing. Myyyy goodness was it goodT! It was so filling, I walked around downtown for the next four hours feeling satisfied. I had their free water, even it was cold and super fresh tasting. I'm just blown away by this place, I didn't expect for it to be this amazing. The owners must have an anointed divine understanding of fresh food or something. The price was fair aswell. 100/10 rating

I've had the vegan scramble a few times and absolutely love it, such a well-balanced and clean…read morefeeling meal. Only con is that adding eggs on top is quite pricey :( Have recently ventured to try their breakfast sandwiches and, WOW. Honestly the best breakfast sam I've ever had. 100000/10!!

Bakery case

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McAlister's Deli

3.8(4 reviews)

2.6 mi

Liked the menu and will be back to try the nachos and build your own baked potato. Broccoli cheese…read moresoup was good and half spicy turkey melt was great as well. Brand new and clean inside. Sports on tv, booths and fountain soda. Brownies and cookies for desert. Would also like to try the red beans and rice and Mac n cheese sides. Salads looked good too.

The food was absolutely terrific! The lady who took our order was very helpful and even came by to…read morecheck back in with us! Narrow aisles but lots of seating options! Will definitely be back! I can see this being a big rival for Panera right next to it!

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Lucy's

4.5(702 reviews)

0.8 mi

Locally owned & operated

Free parking

Food was great but what really made my experience amazing was the staff! My bartender Peach brought…read morean energy that lifted my spirits and had me cracking up by the end of my visit! I will definitely be back soon!!

Great service and great food. The kitchen was behind so we got a free donut for having to wait for…read moreour food

Sy's pot pie. Just ok.

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Father Day Brunch with Mimosas

Littlebird

4.6(542 reviews)

1.4 mi

Dinner was so good we came back for brunch the next morning. We shared 3 of the "Smaller Plates":…read moresalmon ceviche (5/5): great balance and flavor; rabbit terrine (4/5): pork sausage, couldn't really taste the rabbit. Mild summer peppers (5/5) were hand-picked from the farmer's market, and I was warned that a hot one might have slipped by (I said: I sure hope so!) and one did. Was grateful for the bread from the rabbit terrine, which is their house-baked sourdough. Full bar but not many beers, mostly lagers. One IPA which was a hazy from Ann Arbor and was great though. For brunch the next day we split the Chicken Katsu Hash (5/5) and added 2 more eggs. If we weren't traveling I'd have bought a pint of the house-made serrano-based hot sauce. Great service both times we went, and we were offered free coffee to go in all-compostable containers.

Chickpea tagine Blueberry lemon curd French toast…read more This place is still cute, trendy and inviting with great staff. Coffee is still great, too. Food items today weren't my favorite today and I wouldn't get these specific things again - may be a matter of personal taste in this instance rather than quality, though.

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Beet salad

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Schnitz Deli

4.6(192 reviews)

2.2 mi

When I think of 2000s deli nostalgia, Schnitz's is it. You walk in the back doors by a huge butcher…read morecounter and you get transported back to 2002. I got the ranchers roast beef on an onion roll. You could tell the best was freshly cooked, and it was PACKED with meat. The ladies at the counter were so sweet and helped me pick some options that would be great for my first time. You can tell this is a place where locals frequent. Everyone who walked in seemed to know who was working at the counter. Stop in here for a cozy winter soup/sandwich combo!

My sandwich was great and the environment in the deli was awesome-classic sandwich shop vibe! Staff…read morewas friendly and helpful

A bad pastrami sandwich!

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The menu.

Uncle Cheetah's Soup Shop

4.4(285 reviews)

2.4 mi

Normally this is my go-to spot on a chilly day. It's close to home and always have so many options…read more I've never had a soup here I didn't love and the staff are all friendly. They will let you try samples in store if you ask. I recently tried their new summer menu and while the picnic burger was delicious, I expected it to be a bit larger for the price (it was on a slider bun). The Hawaiian mac salad was tasty, but was a little heavy handed on the red onion for my own personal preference. I will for sure be trying some other things on their picnic menu, but honestly looking forward to the fall hoping that they will switch back to their regular menu with soup and grilled cheese. I support whatever helps them stay open since I assume soup isn't the most popular option come July and heat waves!

I was craving a grilled cheese and some soup recently so I ordered a pickup order from Uncle…read moreCheetah's Soup Shop. Their menu includes 10+ different soups each day, as well as several sandwiches and some salads. I ordered the garage sale: white cheddar, fresh mozz, rosemary goat mousse, havarti, and swiss on challah. I also got the steak and mushroom soup and the snert soup for Nate. When I arrived my order was waiting for me - it was nicely packaged and secure so everything was safely contained for my short drive home. The sandwich wasn't very melty, I ended up heating it up in a pan myself which helped. It was super tasty, though! I love the combination of cheeses. The steak and mushroom soup was really good, with chunks of meat in a creamy broth. The snert soup was very salty! The menu description indicated the snert soup should have sausage or kielbasa in it, but we didn't notice any. The restaurant itself is pretty small with limited seating, but I'd probably just order there next time. You can also get samples.

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Stephen K.

5 years ago

Wonderful place Have come here a lot of times over the years with wife and kids as well and we are always thrilled with the service and food! 10/10 Love this place. read more

Ben K.

8 years ago

Great burgers and fun experience ! Owner is always good about striking up meaningful conversation with the customers. What can I say....this place is legendary. read more

Elliott Q.

14 years ago

Best Burgers in town! Small family owned diner so you know the foods good! Friendly atmosphere and great for kids and grand kids!

Mike F.

169

5 years ago

Perfection. Burgers are amazing! I try to take my kids here for some one on one time, and we love it.

M J F.

14 years ago

Great Great burgers. Your get your money's worth.

David C.

119

151

14 years ago

A unique place. Good food. Worth the trip.

dustin h.

147

16 years ago

best hole in the wall food

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Breakfast Adventure at The Peppermill Grill in Rockford, MI…read more The Peppermill Grill is a little diner hidden deep in a quiet Rockford neighborhood. If you didn't have Google Maps, you'd probably drive right past it. I finally found it on a cool morning, and when I walked in around 9:15, the place was calm and cozy. Only a few tables were taken, and the locals were chatting over coffee like old friends. The staff was amazing. Everyone was friendly, fast, and made me feel welcome right away. The diner was very clean and had that classic old‑school charm that makes you want to sit and stay awhile. Then came the main event: the All‑American Breakfast with American fries and a "large" chocolate milk. Here's how it all went: * The Chocolate Milk It tasted great--nice and chocolatey--but the "large" size was just a regular glass. I could've easily finished two. * The Eggs Two sunny‑side‑up eggs, cooked just right. They were runny and delicious. Still, I kind of wished there were three. * The Ham They gave me a big piece of ham, so the portion was great. But the flavor was pretty mild. It needed a little more seasoning or smokiness to stand out. * The American Fries These chunky potatoes looked good, but some were undercooked and none had seasoning. They really needed salt, pepper, or something extra to wake them up. * The Toast The wheat toast was buttery and fine, but not very crispy. More like warm bread than real toast. There were a few bright spots, though. The ketchup was top‑notch (pretty sure it was Heinz), and I loved the fancy salt and pepper grinders on the table so I could season things myself. In photos, the plate looks awesome--especially that giant piece of ham--but the taste didn't fully match the picture. The service and the cozy vibe were great, but the food didn't quite hit the mark for me. If you live nearby or want a simple diner breakfast with friendly people, The Peppermill Grill is worth a try. But if you're visiting from out of town, it's just okay. The people are wonderful, but the food needs a little more flavor to make the trip feel special.

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