Everyone seemed to enjoy! Smashburger, fish tacos, crab cake, and apple Brie grilled cheese were…read moreall a hit.

The environment is very hip and cool. Loved that the kitchen stays open late. The menu is simple…read moreand my burger was amazing. The staff were not very friendly or concerned with getting food orders in. I order a drink and it wasn't made correctly- I didn't complain but just part of the noticing about service. As a table of one I think there are clear signs diners give when ready to order- menu down, sitting silently, making eye contact with server. Yet, I was walked by more than 10 times. Finally, I had to ask to please order and she seemed inconvenienced by this request. Got a burger and subbed fries for Brussels. Holy sweet mother those Brussels were amazing. ( This may also be the third review in which I am talking sprouts...) These Brusselsprouts came with a pepper chili sauce- it was freaking amazing!!! The waitress told me these are going off the menu and I have strong feelings they should stay! The kitchen was fantastic! I want to rate higher. Kitchen 5- service 1.

Love love love love this place! My kids are glute sensitive and can be picky eaters. They loved the…read morefood. They had a cheeseburger and chicken strips. They came out tasting amazing . I had the olive burger and it felt nostalgic. I highly recommend this restaurant. The place is super clean. The service was very friendly. The prices were great! Go anywhere else for gluten free food and it's going to be super expensive. My meal with my children was very affordable for gluten free food!! Thank you Papa Chops!!

The food was great, it was warm and they got the order right. The cashier was very nice and…read moreefficient when taking our order, and we can't wait to come back.

I've been consistently impressed with Rise in my five years here in GR. I have not been dedicated…read moreto anything like vegetarian or vegan exclusively, but I was raised with a whole lot of alternative food options and what's so amazing how absolutely yummy everything they have on their menu truly is with less of the bad-for-you stuff. Sure it's a little pricey, but you're going to pay more for premium crafted fare. They also have an awesome little patio hidden in the back, which is just delightful on the nice days that we have in the spring and summer and fall in Grand Rapids. They're very convenient to the Zoo so you can include them in making a day out of your excursion on West Fulton. The coffee beverages are top-notch and the baked goods are right there with them. Rise is a highlight of the John Ball hood. Now, this might not be the place for thin-skinned MAGA b*tch-boys with fragile egos and issues -ahem- compensating... but for grownups with regular-sized brains (and other parts) who love an amazing local shop with values that are shared by the city and neighborhood around it? Spot-on. More places like this, and few like union-busting Starbucks, etc. Three cheers, and five stars!

Lovely coffee shop in the John Ball neighborhood with a welcoming environment and sweet staff! They…read moreserve great coffee, matcha, and pastries. The best part is that everything is gluten-free, dairy-free, soy-free, and dye-free, making it perfect for people with dietary restrictions. They also have books and coloring pages available, and even a little book exchange where you can bring a book and trade for another. Such a gem on the West Side!

Stopped by around lunchtime to pick up two dozen donuts and was not disappointed…read more Ava was working this day and she made the experience that much better. Very friendly and attentive and put together our order quickly. The donuts come in a wide variety, each one looking more delicious than the next. Flavors included original cinnamon and sugar, all the way to Boston cream, blueberry pancake with injectable maple syrup, or the BroOreo. The donuts themselves are delicious and are a perfect size for a small indulgence. Overall, highly recommended. Will definitely visit again in the future.

I hate admitting it, but I walked in and prematurely judged them as nothing more than a pricey…read moregimmick. I figured they would be small, dense donuts, with more flare than punch. Guess who was wrong? Me! These hand crafted, made-to-order donuts were quite possibly the lightest donut I've ever eaten. Moist, yet light and airy... they leave you wanting more. Best part was being able to watch them make them in front of you, in record time. Zero issues, will totally be back.

We brought our small kids here for a Mother's Day brunch. The service was so wonderful, they had…read moreeverything kids needed for a stress free meal, and they were so accommodating. 10/10 service and the food was so good! Jessica was such a nice server, getting our kids off menu fruit and sending g us home with extra hot sauce my husband loved. Will be back!

I had such a great experience here. The staff really knew their stuff, especially when it came to…read moregluten allergies, which honestly made me feel so much more comfortable right away. Our waitress was awesome too--super friendly and helpful without being over the top. The whole place has a clean, modern vibe but still feels really family-friendly, which I liked. It's one of those spots that just feels easy to be in. I ordered the hanger steak, and not even kidding, it was one of the best meals I've had. I never clear my plate, and this time I did. Every bite was that good. You'd never know it was gluten-free--the flavor was incredible and nothing felt like it was missing. Then I somehow made room for cheesecake and finished that too, which says a lot. Same thing there--no way you'd guess it was gluten-free. Overall, they just really know how to do gluten-free right. Nothing felt like a compromise at all. I'd 100% go back.

Amazing anniversary dinner. Swordfish entree was perfectly portioned and so flavorful. The Wagyu…read moresirloin cooked perfectly to a medium temp and the potato side was the perfect accompaniment. Cocktails poured to perfection, strawberry rhubarb crumble was just delectable and Sara was an absolute treat of a waitress. Our first BU experience definitely won't be our last.

Great experience as always! It's once of my fiancées and my favorite places to go. The service and…read morefood is always great. I wish they added the clam linguini back on their menu it was so good. The ambiance is also nice, I really enjoy the decoration and the feel of the restaurant.

It's my birthday weekend and wanted to treat myself to a luxurious brunch. Of course I chose…read moreLittlebird for the best French omelettes in the area. I adore crab so ordering that was a no brainer. Their coffee is strong. It took a ton of cream to change the color... though it was delicious with free refills for $5. The omelette was heaven. All the flavors melded well and I appreciated the crisp acidic salad to cut the richness of the omelette. My only critique is wishing the crab salad topping was a bit more decadent. For $21 I was hoping for big lumps of crab rather than cool shredded mayo based salad. All in all, I love this place, I love the concept. It was quite busy and was thankful to snag a seat at the bar. The service was friendly and quick. Best hipster establishment I've patronized in a long time. Make a reservation if you have a group or pray there is a seat at the bar. Keep doing your thang Littlebird!!

I absolutely love Little Bird's smashburger and I will die on this hill. It's probably one of the…read morebest burgers (if not the best) dine-in burger in GR and I will constantly come back for this over and over. My boyfriend and I stumbled in during happy hour and were happy to grab some cheap drinks, but the main event was the burger! We typically like sitting at the bar as well and chat with the bartender who was absolutely lovely! The dirty martini was okay but I will definitely order something else next time as the olives just didn't hit for me. It's a quaint and quiet spot - you can read that as intimate - since it's not loud or rowdy, so if you want a really sweet date spot, feel free to check this one out! Otherwise, you can just go and have a casual, delicious dinner. Parking is limited with the street parking and it being so close to Monroe Center but you shouldn't have a terrible time finding something, even if requires a parking ramp vs street parking. I'd just recommend a reservation if you are going on a weekend or don't want to wait/sit at the bar!

A fun little stop with some friends!…read more We were drawn in when looking for different food and drink options when we saw the option to get a multi-topping pizza. All of us got what we wanted in one pizza! The beer selection was really good too. It's a tiny place and it was a really nice experience!

I ordered a pizza and six pack of beer to go. Both were fabulous. The pizza has such fresh quality…read moreingredients, including whole roasted garlic cloves and really great mozzarella cheese.