Arrived at our reservation time and sat right away. Intimate environment, formal but not too formal. Great for a special romantic occasion. The food was fantastic. Our server spent time detailing every dish as it was served, tapas style with acceptable serving size. Don't skip the bread and butter, best bread I have ever had. read more

We planned our dinner for our 16th Anniversary trip in GR not knowing anything about Grove. My, oh my. There is 1-2 gems in each town we visit and this was definitely Grand Rapids gem. Culinary art, along with wonderfully matched service was what we were met with at Grove. Although it got pricey due to our Dining for two option which included bread, 5 menu options of our choice, and a dessert, it was mainly on us for opting for the Ribeye upcharge, which we didn't regret! A definitively upscale restaraunt, one expects to pay $40-70 per head and even more with a few drinks. Will definitely sing its praises and also venture here again as our entire experience was well worth the trip! Try it out for a special occasion on just for a fun evening out!!! read more

We had a wonderful Valentine's Day dinner here last night for a 7:15pm reservation. It was our first time trying Grove, and it didn't disappoint! We were seated promptly, and our server took our drink order and they came out pretty quickly for such a busy night. Both of our drinks were great; I had one of their versions of a mocktail, and my partner had the "Knives Out" cocktail. For our food, we picked several items to share: bread, mushrooms, duck leg, and potato crusted fish. All the food was stunning and cooked to perfection. It was probably the most flavorful, inventive food we've ever had. I would recommend everything we tried, but especially the duck leg, it was perfection. In total we spent around $120 excluding tip, so I think next time we will try the grove tasting for two because it is basically the same price for more things to try. This is a great restaurant for any special occasion, and it's perfect for a dinner for two. We can't wait to come back!! read more

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Such an enjoyable experience--the service, presentation, and food were all top notch. A truly delightful experience--save us a seat, we will be back! read more

Grove is our favorite restaurant in Grand Rapids. The attention to detail is amazing. The service is wonderful. The food is better than any other place in Grand Rapids. In the summer my favorite dish is the heirloom tomatoes, but we also love the crudo, the octopus, and the steak tartare. We try to go every couple of months--I love how the dishes change with the seasons. In the past we would each order the taste of grove, get six different plates to share, and most of the time order one dessert at the end. When we went last week the taste of grove had changed to two items and one dessert per person. The Tasting for Two was available though--previously it had only been available on the weekends. It worked for us, but I don't love that it locks us into bread as one of our choices. We'll still be back, but I'd love to get the old Taste of Grove option back. read more

We returned to grove for my husband's birthday this year. The menu was completely different, which we love. I think this iteration of the menu was even better than the last. This may very well be the best meal we've ever eaten in Grand Rapids. We had the scallop crudo to star and oh my goodness! What an awesome flavor in every bite. This was my husband's favorite! We had the tartare and pork belly rib chop (both not pictured) and both were unbelievable. We had both of these dishes last time and liked them better this time. I loved the subtle flavor of horseradish and cheese, no overpowering Mayo this time! The maple and grapes with the pork was delicious. They have a menu option of dinner for 2 for $125. It comes with bread and dessert and your choice of 5 dishes. We decided to take advantage of this and try the wagyu ribeye. MUST GET. It was cooked to perfection and so tender. We also had the potatoes and both agree it's probably the best potato dish we've ever had. Very rich sauce but delicious. Our waiter recommended the lamb and duck dishes so we added them on at the end. The duck pie was so fabulous, the lamb was just ok compared to the rest of the food we had. We love the creativity of the food here and everything is always surprising and cooked to perfection. We are looking forward to trying each of their seasonal menus. This place is a must! read more

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Exquisite food and service. My friend and I ordered the 5 plate tasting menu and every single thing was out of this world. The flavors exploded in my mouth and it was just a small enough taste to not get you full but big enough to satisfy the taste and craving. The restaurant is beautifully decorated and is suitable for medium sized parties. I wish I had taken pictures but it was so delicious I didn't. Amazing place to have a quiet date night or catch up with an old friend. read more

Fantastic setting. Large enough to maintain attention to detail for the kitchen staff and servers. We had the dinner for two which included five shareable entrees and a dessert. Each one had a fantastic layer of flavors with exception to the Wagyu au poivre. Not sure what happened there but each bite was so fatty and tough. Never the less I'll be back to try and give em another shot at the wagyu. IMO a Michelin star potential. read more

Welcome back Grove! Atmosphere, service, newly renovated brought in light and a new vibe. Loved the service, the menu, and with a 3 year old they did really well. read more

The Grove is a hidden gem here in Grand Rapids! We came here back in December for a friend's birthday, and every part of the meal and the ambiance of the restaurant was so thoughtful and special! The 5 of us did the "Grove Experience," which turned out to be more than enough food for all of us and gave us a beautiful sampler of everything Grove had to offer. Our server was great and explained every course of the meal! read more

Grove - New American Near Me - Grand Rapids, Michigan

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We went to grove for Valentines day and got "The Grove Experience". This includes every item on the menu. We were unfortunately disappointed with several items we received. I would say no items on the menu had a "WOW" factor that we were anticipating. I would suggest saving your money and not getting the full experience and simply just trying items on the menu that sound good. The service and ambiance was average compared to our expectations and the raving reviews we've heard. read more

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Wow this place blew me away. The service, the food, the cocktails, the ambiance - 12/10. We did a tasting menu and it's hard to even pick a favorite dish. Everything was cooked and balanced perfectly. I loved the roasted peppers and potato crusted fish. I also got a gin cocktail with a Sauvignon blanc syrup in it and I still dream about it. For how subpar the food is in Grand Rapids collectively, this one feels like it belongs in Chicago/ Detroit. Check this place out! read more

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My friend and I thought we wood try Grove based on a local news channel article. We didn't want to do the "Tasting for Two" for $150.00, because we felt we couldn't eat $75.00 worth of food, each. We ordered the Falafel "appetizer" which consisted of 3 small Falafel. I ordered the Sturgeon. For $35.00, I expected a good sized portion. I received TWO bite sized pieces. My friend ordered the Korean Cut Short Ribs. This was a small to average portion. She had a hard time cutting through it and the pieces she did have were "grizzly". She reluctantly said something and was offered a replacement meal. She ordered the Scallops for $36.00. She received THREE bite size scallops. (Thats $12.00 each!!)​ The food that we did have tasted good but the portions are way TOO SMALL for the price. We split dessert, Citrus Poppyseed Poundcake, which was the special. Average portion but the pound cake was very dry.. All in all, good food just not enough of it, for the price. read more

Amazing! Everything was so good. The service was phenomenal! The drinks were delicious. The food was to die for!! We will definitely be back. Loved the entire experience. read more

Passion. LOVE. Quality. Ethical. 360 degrees of thoughtfulness. Best restaurant in town! read more

Grove - New American Near Me - Grand Rapids, Michigan

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Grove, in the past, was my absolute favorite restaurant in GR. They have remodeled the space and rebranded the dining experience with a modern, food focused menu and a bright and airy space. Although the restaurant is visually pleasing, I am sorry to write that we had a disappointing experience here last night. I made a reservation for an early dinner at Grove with family. The reservations require a $10 deposit per person to ensure your attendance. The deposit is refunded at the conclusion of your evening. While I believe in this system, there is something pretentious about that whole process that rubs me the wrong way. Just a personal observation. Our waitress, Katie, was delightful! She was friendly, efficient and even went out of her way to secure a special chocolate milk for the kiddo in our group. I enjoyed the "I'm a basic spritz" and thought the garnishes were beautiful! Another note is that Grove has a much more minimalist bar style and the liquor selection is limited. They have seemingly moved away from name brand spirits and offer a more locally sourced, special selection. I prefer Ketel one or Grey Goose vodka, but upon their unavailability, I went with Ocean vodka, which was a reasonable substitute. The espresso martini I ended with was delicious although slightly smaller than a typical martini. We ordered the bread to begin our meal with. After googling "dukkah" I realized it was a mixture of seeds and spices. The bread was flakey, and had almost a croissant texture. I didn't mind the seeds and flavor, but it was certainly more interesting than typical bread. Katie explained that Grove recommends 1-2 plates per person, and that they are meant to be enjoyed as "family style tapas". Here's what we ordered: Asparagus: beautiful presentation, this dish is bright, lemony, and fresh. I enjoyed the addition of English peas and parmesan cheese. This is served as a cold dish, which I didn't mind at all. Cauliflower: I was deceived by the temperature of this dish. The cauliflower was cold but had dark sear marks from being cooked. The grapefruit was an interesting complement and I enjoyed the mild creamy sauce and crunchy chickpeas. Avocado: this had a curious presentation. Avocado was dusted (covered) with tomato powder and toast pieces were served on the side. Wagyu: only one wagyu was ordered, as our other guest wasn't able to request temperature. This struck me as pretentious; recognizing that the chef may believe the dish to be compromised when cooked "medium well" is understandable, and should be noted. However I still think that for a $95 price tag, the customers requests should be addressed. Our table did enjoy the wagyu, and I particularly enjoyed the beautiful garlic hasselback potato that was served with the meat. I thought the presentation was lacking for this dish. Ice Cream: pistachio and chocolate ice cream rounded out the evening for us, it was good but nothing remarkable. Chocolate Dessert: unfortunately the name of this dish escaped my memory. This has a beautiful presentation and the fruity accompaniments balanced the rich and decadent chocolate torte perfectly. In summary, I'm disheartened to say I miss the old Grove. The restaurant was certainly unique, and some of the food was very interesting and beautiful. However, we left only partially satisfied and slightly confused. The attempts at modern food might be more suited in a different, trendier city. I missed the amazing cacio e pepe and other more simple yet elegant dishes that grove previously served. This restaurant was far from kid friendly. I would not recommend bringing children to this establishment as there is no kids menu whatsoever. Although the service was immaculate and the drinks and atmosphere were enjoyable, the food somewhat missed the mark for us. I wish Grove success and hope that some changes are made to broaden the like-ability of this newly rebranded restaurant. read more

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Newly opened/renovated beginning of summer 2022, it's an upscale spot that's perfect for a date night or an intimate celebration venue. Service is excellent. The menu is very unique and quite small. They source local ingredients and regenerate items based off the season. They specialize in small share plates and most items are small but extremely thoughtful in design and flavors. This is a place where you will be impressed by the taste and presentation but might leave feeling like you need a snack afterwards. The meat menu items were my favorite... especially the beef. I also REALLY loved the warm/fresh bread. They have a great wine/cocktail menu as well. The atmosphere is the best part. With it's redesign, the space is cleaner and more open. The air is lighter and we loved sitting on the patio on the perfect summer evening which sets alongside Cherry Street in the East Hills Neighborhood. We did find it odd, however, that we had to pay $10 for a reservation? More so, it felt off that the space was only half full patrons on a Friday night at prime dinner time. I hope this isn't a regular thing... it would be great if we had Grove as another consistent option for an upscale dinner option in our city. read more

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Vive is nice, when we went there was a decent crowd there so felt very lively. The menu is based on shareable plates, we got the fish, bread and potatoes. The bread is amazing, sort of has a croissant taste/texture. The potatoes are fine if they were less cheesy and salty. The fish was tasty but also a little too salty. We also got dessert which was good. Work enthusiastically say you have to try it out but it's worth going and experiencing. read more

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Love the New Grove. Went back to check it out and it is better. Service was professional, they worked well as a team, and the food was served with perfect timing. Love the new vibe, the atmosphere was warm and cozy. We did the "Grove for two". Love the Waygu hanger steak, and the all the side dishes, delectable and added to the experience. Don't for get to get the dessert. Will be going back. read more

Decided to return to the "New" Grove after they reopened with a new food philosophy but remaining locally sourced. We missed the old "butterscotch" pudding, but everything else was superb. The lead server, Julie, led a team of a high quality support staff that excelled. The atmosphere was warn and intimate. The Wagyu hanger steak was a winner. We added bucatini amatriciana, and panzanella salads, as a part of the "Grove" experience. read more

Grove's food is creative, delicious, and wonderfully sized. Grove's staff is long-tenured, skilled, thoughtful, and friendly. Grove's small porch is unbeatable, the Cherry Street foot traffic is lively, and the indoor vibe is modern, tasteful, comfortable, and quiet. Grove's manager (Roxanne) is the best in this role we've ever experienced. Friendly, kindly, funny, helpful, personal. We look forward to every visit. read more

Where to start? I found this restaurant by chance and was immediately impressed by its thoughtfully curated menu. From start to finish, our experience, our food, the impeccable service and the wonderful atmosphere wowed us. We selected so many deliciously prepared and presented plates including the crudo, mushrooms, tomatoes, beef tartare, octopus and pork belly chop - seriously some of the best food I've experienced in Grand Rapids - ever!!!! We can't wait to return! Thank you for a wonderful experience! read more

Grove - A menu that is thoughtful and well curated. - New American Near Me - Grand Rapids, Michigan

Amazing food, service and ambience. Will always be in our top favorite places in Grand Rapids.

We have been here multiple times since the Grove first opened and have never been disappointed. The food, service, and ambiance is second to none and by far one of the very best in Grand Rapids. Our server, John, was phenomenal and his knowledge/description of each course was exceptional. We highly recommend this restaurant! read more

I put $150 on a gift certificate for my wife at Christmas. She decided she wanted to try it on my birthday (August 22) as Green Well had closed. Given all the positive reviews we were very much looking forward to our night out. We tried the Grove tasting for two. Sadly, neither of us were impressed. Baffled. We both walked out saying "underwhelmed" was the most generous way to describe our experience. At 62 years old and lifelong GR residents we have seen so many, many restaurants come and go...all saying they're hear to "serve the community". We have tried many and we gotta say that Grove was a big disappointment. It does not seem worth it to itemize all the issues with the food nor am I convinced anyone is really listening. Suffice it to say that we cannot recommend Grove to others. The quality of the food and portion size simply do not justify the prices. Our bill came to over $200 (for dinner for two) and it was the first time in quite some time that we both walked away saying "big mistake, lesson learned". read more

Amazing! The taste for two was a really enjoyable experience. The carpaccio... unique and so many flavors. Each dish was unique and worth the value. Abby, our server, made the experience special. We will be back. read more

Wowwwwww this was literally my favorite meal in my entire life. I can't begin to describe the level of expertise in this establishment. The menu is whimsical yet hearty and filling, and so so delicious. We live in Texas but wanted to pop in and check this place out. We travel to MI every year and this place will absolutely be a mainstay on our trip. The Bartender was attentive and gave excellent recommendations. I told him I was a bit picky on my cocktails but was interested in a specific drink. HE MADE ME A MINI SAMPLE TO TRY. unfortunately it wasn't my style but it was met with only smiles. Truly one of a kind experience, next time we will absolutely be back to taste the menu and have plenty more drinks. Five stars from the host to bartender to the back. Yall rock read more

Great food and top notch service! One of our favorites in GR! Every dish is beautifully executed and thoroughly described. read more

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Grove has not lost its touch! The food is amazing as ever and the service is outstanding. The staff is so knowledgeable about the food and drinks. The chef is excellent. One of GR's best! read more

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Everything about this experience is amazing. We did the tasting menu. Each dish was better and more creative than the last. The service was amazing , the ambience was fantastic and the food was outstanding. This is a great overall restaurant to enjoy a culinary experience. read more

Everything about this restaurant screams "quintessential Pookie!" They represent such a vibe that I think a lot of restaurants need to catch up to, as well as the fact of services is to die for. Everything about this restaurant represents fine dining and I hope others understand it. Their food is immaculate. Their menu has everything that you could imagine. They're cocktails represent a vision that I think a lot of people aren't ready for as long as you have a awesome tastebuds you will succeed and have a wonderful time at Grove. read more

I hesitate to give this location an excellent review simply because of the price. Dinner for 8 of us (reservation required) and three bottles of wine was close to $1000! Little pricey for this economy. But whatever. The place was packed. Service was excellent and the food was more of a "tapas" type format. You may want to plan on a snack after dinner. Again, our waiter David was very attentive so it made the experience almost worth the price. Probably won't return but the "foodies" out there will appreciate the experience. read more

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The Grove is open again! We never had a chance to go to the old Grove, but this Grove is all new. From what I understand, the interior and the menu has been fully renovated. The waiter explained that everything on the menu was sharable, which my mind immediately took as family style with large portions. My wife took it as small plates like Tapas. Well, for once, she was right. At first, I was disappointed that there wasn't a large bowl of something in front of me, but then I started tasting different foods and how good they were and I was disappointed that there wasn't more. Lol Not that there wasn't a big enough portion. More so, because it was all so good that I just wanted more. A lot of the menu items have things that just sound like they don't go together. For example, Cauliflower and grape fruit or carrots and peanutbutter/chocolate. Surprisingly, they found a way to make sure it went very well together. My favorite dish was the Pork Belly Chop. That was a significant sized Chop on the bone and was so tender that it just fell off the bone. It came with beans and turnips. The beans were probably the largest beans I've ever seen. For my wife and I, this isn't a place we'd go to on a weekly basis, but this is definitely a place to go to when you want your food taken to the next level. It was super fresh and flavorful! read more

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Great service. Quiet environment with great crowd. Delicious food. Not the place for large portions. This is more about good quality portions. read more

Grove - Lamb chop...delicious. 2 small chops - New American Near Me - Grand Rapids, Michigan

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Excellent service and food. Highly recommend. Different flavor profiles than a lot of places. Fun options for both alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks. Tasty desserts to boot! Check it out, you won't be disappointed. read more

Wow, by far the best meal I have had in Grand Rapids. The whole experience honestly felt like a Netflix documentary. Grove proved to provide a 5 star experience while enjoying a casual atmosphere. My wife and I each tried the 3 course meals. Mine was off the regular menu while my wife used the vegetarian menu. The portions look small but we were completely full when we left. Carmen was able to answer all of our questions regarding the menu and pointed us in the right direction when deciding. The dishes are gorgeous and exploding with flavor on each bite. read more

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This would have been a 5 star meal except for dessert. Drinks were strong. service was great. Table was comfortable. Everything that we ordered was delicious (ricotta toast, cheese rillette, pierogis, tomato tart beet salad, chard gnocchi). We definitely over-ordered and still enjoyed every bite. But, for dessert, we got the "eclair cake" which to us conjured visions of choux pastry and pastry cream. Unfortunately what we actually got was more like a graham cracker/s'mores tiramisu. Not bad, just not what we expected and quite a letdown from our expectation. read more

Passing thru Grand Rapids, and decided Grove sounded the best, for my birthday dinner. The waiter was amazing - very descriptive of each dish and the ingredients. Now if I could get the recipe for the mushroom dish. If I were to return to Grand Rapids, I would stop at Grove for a nice meal. read more

This place is truly a gem. I've been here 3 times since the reopening and they are doing basically everything right. Great staff, amazing food, ambience is awesome. Would definitely recommend and will keep coming back! read more

Easily One of the best restaurants in Grand Rapids. How could you go wrong for farm table, seasonal items approached with a sense of haute cuisine. The first thing that took me by surprise was how formal it felt. Not the type of formal that you would experience at an 1800s steakhouse, but rather the kind of elegant business casual that's still blazer accommodating. But the music was quite the opposite from formal as they primarily played oldies but goodies like beegees, Elton John, or The Beach Boys. Their menu had a good range of things from salads, meat entrees, and pasta. The burrata toast was delightful! The herbal butter was the foundation, while the apple and fennel brought some fresh brightness. The bread they served with it really elevated it to new heights. The coarse seeds and grains gave it this chunky dense texture. The mushroom tart was an even creamier delight. Eggy, full of mushrooms, and loaded with a creamy filling. I could have ate this as the entree if they served a bigger slice. Honestly if these were the only things you ordered, along with probably some wine and bread, you would be all set. The Brussels sprouts cobb was a huge disappointment. With everything that was going on in that salad, it barely had any flavor. The only good thing I could say was the eggs were delicious,even though I should have ordered them separately if that's all that was going to taste good. If you're thinking about ordering a salad, don't, unless you're a chain smoker who only wants to stay regular with bathroom breaks. The duck confit redeemed the meal for the night. Granted the kale stuffing was dry and clumpy with little flavor, the black garlic was lost in the composition, but boy was that duck delicious. Crispy skin, moist inside, tender to the touch yet still had a good firmness, with plenty of bold duck taste. Overall I was pleased with what aid had here. Grand Rapids seems to have a small niche of fancy restaurants, with this place being in the top tier for recommendations. Almost everyone I talked to spoke highly of this place as well. I would love to see more modern incorporations like a tasting menu, less pasta, and much more experimental stuff, but this place is doing good for what it offered. Just don't order a salad! read more