Gypsy Nickel Lounge

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Went here for a concert at the soaring eagle. Very inexpensive and that might be due to the area. We only had about an hour to eat for a table of five and the food came out very fast as well as the service being good. I tried two cocktails which were a rum runner and (can't remember the other one) but both were very yummy. My burger was really good as well as the crab Rangoon egg rolls, those were my first time trying something like this and unfortunately, I could literally eat them all day. I won't be back anytime soon unless I'm going to the soaring eagle but I would love to go back. read more

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First time here and it was a lot of fun! We came here mid-day to visit with my niece who moved nearby. The weather was great and we sat on the back porch. While waiting for her to arrive, we enjoyed watching folks go down the river on tubes. I decided to order the Fat Noodle Soup as it sounded incredible. I'm a huge fan of ginger so anything with ginger broth is a slam dunk with me. It was a huge bowl of soup and I savored every drop. I had also ordered a side salad with grilled chicken as I thought I would need something to round out my meal. I wound up just eating the chicken and left the lettuce as I was pretty full after all the soup! Hubby ordered a burger with sweet potato fries and really enjoyed it. The wait staff was very friendly as well. read more

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Denise V.

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Great place on the river . Inside outside seating . Pool , tv's . Great food and service . read more

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Great food Great Customer Service Great view Great Drinks Nice ambience Great place for a girl's night out Great Burgers. Yummy read more

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We rolled up on a Sunday at 11:30, so pretty vacant. But found that all was good inside. They have a large porch that can seat quite a few groups - nice to overlook the Muskegon. I was pleased to discover the mimosa/Bloody Mary special. And everyone enjoyed their food, which included Mac n cheese, chicken sandwich, bourbon burger and veggie burger. Of note were the onion petals. Tasty & so much easier to eat than rings. Service was great too. read more

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Todd R.

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Great food, great service! The fish dinner was great! Highly recommend, we will be back again soon! Thanks read more

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Celeste S.

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I was traveling from Petoskey Michigan back home to St Joseph, a four hour drive, and decided "I want a burger". Thanks to Yelp , I was directed to this little place beside a Big Rapid. A great selection of burgers, I went for the Bleu Burger. It was awesome. My measure is taste the burger, with no toppings first. If it's seasoned well, the whole burger will be good. On point with this one. Also a beautiful setting! read more

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Daniel And Julia H.

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The atmosphere was decent and the service was better. We ordered the pretzel bites for an appetizer and they were pretty yummy. For our dinner, we got the Cobb Salad and the Lake Perch Tacos and both were great. The drink menu was fun, exciting, and larger than we expected. The drinks themselves were cheap, strong, and very tasty. Not bad! read more

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Brock R.

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I like the food, service, and ambience. The only thing this place needs is a detail cleaning. Inside is a bit grungy.

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Miriam P.

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Great service every time, amazing atmosphere, clean environment, and delicious food. Bummed that they don't host karaoke anymore but the daily deals make up for it. read more

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Tiffany V.

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We were traveling home from Traverse City and needed to stop somewhere to eat and were hoping we could also have a beer or cocktail. We were thankful for finding Gypsy Nickel on Yelp. It was a beautiful day so we were able to enjoy a table outside on the patio with a view of the river. Our waiter was so friendly and kind. My friend had the boneless wings and he said they were really good and I'm was especially impressed that there were so many in the order! All of the kids shared the mozzarella sticks and they loved them. I had a Big Nickel Burger which was a double cheeseburger with pickles, lettuce & special sauce. They cooked the burger perfectly. It was smashed thin, just how I love them and crispy on the outside. It was served with beer batter fries that were hot and crispy. Perfection. My husband and friend both had Fish Tacos. Each taco had one full fried lake perch filet on it with fresh pico and were served with a side of chili mayo to put on them and a side of chips and salsa. They lightly grilled the flour tortillas and I think that made the perfect touch. The kids in our group ordered chicken tenders and fries, mac & cheese and fries and a cheeseburger. All of the kids meals come with a cookie for dessert and 2 sides! We were very impressed and will certainly be coming back in the future. I also forgot to mention that the beers were cold and the cocktails were so good too! read more

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Danny S.

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Delightfully impressed with the Philly Dip today. Was meaty, cheesy and the the Au Jus was saucy! The waitress was nice, fun and attentive, and the place could use more lunch patrons and deserves more. read more

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Al G.

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Food is good, drinks are reasonable, waitstaff is always friendly. Good food without the pretentious prices of the blue cow. The service is nicer and faster than the schu. My first choice for lunch/dinner in Big Rapids. Also summer seating on the river can not be beat. read more

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Bobby N.

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I'm not sure what the issue is with the staff here, but I give you my personal promise to never patronize these pr*cks again!! I travel abroad and have seen some very interesting people and things. But words will never describe what I observed at this establishment. We quietly watched a group of young ladies (attempting to) celebrate a 22nd birthday recently. I do not condone underage drinking or obnoxious pubic overindulgence. These young ladies definitely were not intoxicated at all, and the staff refused to serve them. They were polite and more respectful than I would have been!! Apparently working as wait staff entitles you to also to make determination on whether or not you have a fake identification or not. I think there was most likely an alternative reason, for the discriminatory practices. I guess we can get into those possibilities. But for now they accused them of having fake ids. If they were fake I would have been happy to see them being denied ,and totally justified. So some time goes by and these people called the police because their expertise in fake identities compelled them to try and make it a really memorable fake birthday. The police determined that the ids were not fake. Then they decided they still weren't going to make the situation better and bring some drinks out. Shame on you guys for violating their 4th amendment rights and not making it better. Starters, first round on the house!! Also manager 50% off the bill, maybe a gift card or some free appetizers. But after close to 40 mins these gals got up and decided to go somewhere else. The police are kinda obligated to investigate once an accusation is made like that!! But if I was a sergeant, I'd also expect some free appetizers or drinks next time I'm in for having me participating in their bull! I understand that liquor licenses aren't free and they can be the most lucrative part of owning a restaurant. But we all know they are legally required to check identification not determine the validity. So what ,why not just say hey we reserve the right to service. Kick them out and don't waste taxpayer resources, 911 services, the poor girls time and as well as your own time. So I believe that the slander/defamation in order to achieve having these young women's rights violated was more personal. Maybe jealousy, maybe racism, maybe those girls patronized them before and left an unacceptable tip. One of these girls had a darker complexion. I would definitely requested a complaint number if I were her, and taken that to a lawyer. But how embarrassing! I'm embarrassed for you guys at the Gypsy nickel! Some people should never have power over anyone or anything!!! On our experience outside of witnessing their crap, my meat on my burger smelled a little musty. Needless to say my stomach felt like a birthday celebration that was ruined with racism/akwardness/civil rights violations!!! read more

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Jimmie E.

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Great service great food and fun drink menu. Strongly recommend. They had an outdoor area near the river that was so warm and peaceful.

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Michael V.

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Very good food and reasonable prices. Would recommend. Can't go wrong with most things on the menu.

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Jamie G.

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Sat out on the deck, Baeley was our waitress!! Great experience!! Beautiful setting with a great menu! Food was fantastic!!!

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Aikia F.

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Fat noodle soup is an all time fave of mine. I also enjoy the crab ration spring rolls. Nice place to get away to, in the summer they have a patio off the Muskegon River where you can enjoy the scenery with family and friends read more

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Peter K.

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Went here for lunch with coworkers. Reason only 4 stars is that the black painted walls makes it feel dirty and not enough waitresses to handle the lunch crowd. One waitress for 10 tables with 60 people poor planning. Burger was fantastic, fresh well cooked, fries are crispy and the onion pedals yummy. The crab spring rolls not good too much cream cheese. Prices are fair. read more

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Melanie D.

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Went here today after we walked out of another establishment today my son still wanted a Hamburger so I googled Burger places. And so Happy We tried your food, service was amazing and she even took photos for us. Very nice place! Definitely recommend to everyone! read more

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Danielle H.

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The burgers were great! Our server was super sweet and really fun! I will definitely recommend this place to friends-family that are going through here. read more

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Leah C.

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Great place! Service was fast and food was delicious, right on the river. Came here after we moved our daughter into her dorm room.

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Danielle O.

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Service was great. Food is slightly below average. Edible bar food. It does have a great patio and view. Maybe next time I'll just go for the drinks read more

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What a nice place, sitting on the river in Big Rapids...tucked away from all traffic and noise...a respite. Three of us rode our Harleys in for dinner on a Friday night. My gyro was fabulous, and the two guys had fish tacos and a blue burger. All good! Great service and food and atmosphere! read more

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Erin R.

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Good food. We had the Cobb salad and burgers. The fries are good! Family friendly / dark sports bar vibe.

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taylor f.

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Such delicious food! Their service was great with welcoming staff. I recommend getting the crab Rangoon egg rolls that's were DELICIOUS. The ambiance was so welcoming and calm outside and inside was darker and more loud. You get the best of both worlds. Definitely recommend. read more

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Greg K.

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Server was great. Good burger and fries. Nice sitting out on the deck. Sort of joyless fish tacos. Soup was solid. Pleasant experience.

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Vicki L.

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Our large group was accommodated very well. Our server was professional, attentive, and friendly. The menu has great options, and the food did not disappoint. I can highly recommend this restauran! read more

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Shane H.

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stood there for a while and the service sucked walked past empty handed and chouldnt seat us left to find another place to eat

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Howard W.

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Nice atmosphere with variety of good tasting bar food. Large outside deck area with good view of river. Wait staff was friendly

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Jodi L.

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Good food. Good drinks. Good service. Nice deck seating space overlooking river. Good prices.

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Sean C.

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Great atmosphere! Nice local place on the river. Cheese sticks were tasty, along with my smash burger. Service was top notch!

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Venita L.

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Good place for those on a restricted diet. Food is delicious and affordable. Our waiter was very friendly and helpful with suggestions. I had the chicken wrap and substituted Pico de Gallo for the tomato and chili mayo for the mayo (his duggestion)suggestion. It was phenomenal! read more

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I absolutely love the Gypsy! The outdoor seating in the summer, on the river, is SO cute. They have an amazing drink/shot menu and a unique food menu as well. I always get the buffalo chicken spring rolls, mac&cheese or sweet potato fries with their amazing garlic aioli. I have never once had a bad experience here and will go back as much as I can because I'm absolutely obsessed. read more

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Burgers were great and we sat in the covered patio out back. It was a quiet afternoon and it was perfect to hear the rapids of the river.

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Bobby S.

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The crab Rangoon's are really good. The perch dinner is excellent, more perch than I could eat, I substitute a salad for the fries, and the salad is huge. Fries and onions petals are very good and always come out hot and crispy. Service is always good. read more

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Jamie P.

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This is our go to date night location. The food is fantastic and fresh and drinks are strong. Staff is friendly and engaging - we love the gypsy read more

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Glad that The Gypsy Nickel was open when we moved our son back to school! They were well prepared for social distancing inside and had seating available outside as well. The combination platter of spring rolls did NOT disappoint. Unsure? The Cordon Bleu and Rangoon was my favorite (not to say the Buffalo Chicken was bad). The boys all had chicken tenders, which looked perfectly cooked--crispy on the outside, tender and juicy on the inside. The hubs got the garlic parmesean sauce with his and quite possibly was house made. Lots of garlic, delicious, and did not taste like it came from some prepackaged bottle. Additionally, the Tito's Moscow Mules really hit the spot--not too much lime, good mix of vodka and ginger beer. Definitely a go-to if you are in the Big Rapids area. I am giving The Gypsy Nickel read more

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Jose S.

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We had a get together friends and family at the bar tonight. We had a portable heater next to hour table, after few hours, appetizers, food, drinks and been the only customer inside the heater went out. One of our friends as the manager or the person in charge if he can reset the outlet. The person responded was to he will fix that after the group leave. We just ordered a round of drinks. One of our group friends went to the bar to confront him about his attitude and the staff didn't care. I personally went to to talk to the person and had a nice conversation with him about how to customers service and how a manager should be acting on situation like this one, specifically on the bar industry. Once I was leaving the bar he made a comment to someone that he hopes I don't slapped the door behind. I went back to him and asked him what's wrong with him after having a conversation with him before. Customer service and management is bad. I won't go back the place for more that I used to love it. That is one of my favorite place to bring family and friends from out of state, no any more. read more

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Leora B.

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My husband and I came for an early bird dinner tonight. It was so quiet at 430 pm. I had the turkey, spinach, and artichoke panini with "sweet fries." Didn't care for it. It was a weird sandwich with a combination of spinach and artichoke and honey. I will never order it again! Fed the leftovers to my dog. My husband enjoyed his burger which is why we came. Gypsy has good burgers and wings. Should've stuck with the wings. Service was good, fast, and friendly. The atmosphere is so different this time of day! read more

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228 Baldwin St
Big Rapids, MI 49307
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(231) 527-0085
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http://www.gypsynickel.com/

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Hours

What time does Gypsy Nickel Lounge open?

Gypsy Nickel Lounge opens at 11:00 AM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Sunday, Friday and Saturday.

What time does Gypsy Nickel Lounge close?

Gypsy Nickel Lounge closes at 11:00 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Sunday.Gypsy Nickel Lounge closes at 1:00 AM (Next day) on Friday and Saturday.

Mon-Thu, Sun 11:00 AM - 11:00 PMFri-Sat 11:00 AM - 1:00 AM (Next day)

Payment methods

Does Gypsy Nickel Lounge take credit cards?

Yes, Gypsy Nickel Lounge takes credit cards.

Food & Alcohol

Does Gypsy Nickel Lounge have catering options?

No, Gypsy Nickel Lounge does not have catering options.

Does Gypsy Nickel Lounge serve alcohol?

Yes, Gypsy Nickel Lounge serves alcohol. Full Bar

Indoor Amenities

Does Gypsy Nickel Lounge have TVs?

Yes, Gypsy Nickel Lounge has TVs.

Outdoor Amenities

Does Gypsy Nickel Lounge have bike parking?

Yes, Gypsy Nickel Lounge has bike parking.

Does Gypsy Nickel Lounge have outdoor seating?

Yes, Gypsy Nickel Lounge has outdoor seating options.

Does Gypsy Nickel Lounge have parking?

Yes, Gypsy Nickel Lounge has parking options. Private Lot Parking

Other Amenities

Does Gypsy Nickel Lounge allow outdoor smoking?

Yes, Gypsy Nickel Lounge allows outdoor smoking.

Does Gypsy Nickel Lounge have free WiFi?

Yes, Gypsy Nickel Lounge has free WiFi.

From the Business

Specialties

Gypsy Nickel Lounge offers 16 craft beers on tap, a large selection of liquor, and hand crafted food.

History

Established in 2011.

Gypsy Nickel Lounge was opened in November of 2011 by Chris Mullins. Chris is originally from Grand Rapids and also owns the Sazerac in Grand Rapids, MI. Previously known as the River Rock, Gypsy Nickel Lounge has reinvented the restaurant and bar image by offering the most craft beers on tap in the Big Rapids area paired with their hand crafted menu it's one hot stop you don't want to miss.

Meet the Business Owner: Chris M.

Chris is originally from the Grand Rapids, MI. He studied Criminal Justice at Grand Valley State University in 2000. In addition to owning Gypsy Nickel Lounge he also is part owner of the Sazerac in Grand Rapids. In his spare time Chris enjoys playing golf.

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Blue Cow

4.0(178 reviews)

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Started with a 6666s. That's a beer. Yum. Ordered up the Whitefish, pan seared…read more A slow, sleepy night in Big Rapids, which I never heard of until it was the only place with available hotel rooms south of Cadillac. A fancy upscale traditional steakhouse feel and decor. Four golf elder statesmen across the street getting ice cream as dessert recommended this place. The bar was just me and the tender and at 8:30, the staff was wrapping and cleaning up on the 8/2 Wednesday evening. No tv, minimal noise and subtle indistinguishable background music but catchy to my blues and R&R ears. So...the food... when the plate was put under my nose, I knew it was going to be culinary special. Everything and all of it was special. The Whitefish, perfectly tender, seasoned and mouthwatering. The risotto was creamy and soooo tasty. The broccoli and cauliflower, taken to a new level so it's not just good for you. Finally, the service was great with the young friendly guys, Jesse and Jackson, being very attentive and gracious. Thanks to the four guys who recommended this restaurant. Now, for a guilty pleasure serving of small town homemade ice cream where I asked them "where to eat"??

More like Boo Cow. The food was good.... HOWEVER, the service and management were amateur at…read morebest. Double booked the back room on us at last minute, after reserving it a month prior to. Took 20 minutes just to get water. Actual drinks took about 30 minutes. Plates arrived at least an hour after placing the orders. One of the plates was completely incorrect. Executive chef Isaac came out with several excuses and ended by blaming the server. Communication between kitchen, servers, (there were no runners or bussers) was non existent. Management was nowhere to be found. Absolutely unacceptable. Good luck selling the business.

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Schuberg's Bar & Grill

4.3(216 reviews)

The 12 ounce burger was amazing and the Frisco melt sandwich was off the chain !!! The service was…read morefast great . Had to wait about 30 minutes because they were so busy . Was well worth it !!

I was in town and had to try a burger after watching a few reviews that have come up in my feed…read more I ordered the Blue cheese burger and got it with mushrooms and the Frank's hot ranch on the side. Delicious. Like a four napkin burger haha. It isn't overly large, although a 12 ounce option is available. It's just bar grilled goodness with shredded lettuce and packed with flavor. The inside reminds me of The Bird in Mt. Pleasant. The waitress was great, refilled drinks without asking and it was busy but not packed around 3 on a weekday. Also had sweet potato fries and they were perfect darker orange but not burned. Lunch for two was $30 for 2 burgers and soda.

Free popcorn

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Paz Pub & Grill

4.0(5 reviews)

Great place, good fast friendly staff . Great place for a party good food egg rolls are so goodread more

We went to Paz Pub & Grill one time prior to Covid and had a great meal. During Covid many of us…read moreworked from home, and we got out of the habit of going places for lunch, on Fridays together. We just started going out again as a group and Paz Pub & Grill was the Earth first venture out. We arrived at 11:30, and they were just opening up. Somebody showed up late, so there was only one person turning on everything for the restaurant. They were very nice and the restaurant was clean. Since they opened a little bit late and understaffed, happening a lot since Covid, it took a bit to get our food. All of us enjoyed our food, and the price was decent for the volume, especially. We work nearby, so driving to, ordering, waiting and eating, paying and driving back took about 1:20 hours. We will return, for sure, but will wait until noon to arrive.

Vegetarian pancit with a side of seasonal vegetables

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BR Lunch Box

4.5(13 reviews)

0.4 mi

This place is truly something special. The dining space isn't your typical restaurant when you…read morefirst walk in, but don't let that fool you, this is some of the best food in Big Rapids. I'd even put it up against most spots in Mount Pleasant! The menu is smaller and rotates, which I appreciate because it means everything is fresh, intentional, and made with care. You can taste the difference. I'd take a couple of amazing, from-scratch options over a long list of 'reheated' dishes any day (e.g, Antlers in Canadian Lakes has had the same boring menu for years.. ) The service is just as impressive, warm, genuine, and hard to beat. Honestly, this place deserves a line out the door.

Amazing good and service . Healthy options . Daily offered two specials to choose from .read more

Asian stir fried chicken

Waldorf salad so good, with chicken, roll and bite size brownie

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Salad with chipotle-coffee chicken

Szots Bar & Grill

4.6(27 reviews)

0.2 mi

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Best Olive Burger in Big Rapids? You Bet! Today, some friends from work and I went out for lunch at…read moreSzot's Bar & Grill on North State Street in Big Rapids. I ordered their Olive Burger and asked them to toast the bun. I added cheese, lettuce, and mayo too. Let me tell you--this burger was amazing. I've eaten burgers in lots of places, even at Szot's before. But today's burger? It was the best one yet. The bun was warm and crispy, the toppings were fresh, and the olives gave it a tasty kick. I liked it so much, I stopped talking just to enjoy it. If this burger was running for mayor of Big Rapids, I'd vote for it twice!

Great burgers. Reasonable prices. We stopped for a late lunch on a drizzly day perfect place to sit…read moreback and enjoy a meal. The team was nice and service was quick. The ambiance was inhabited by the home made chili and real hamburgers. We will return on our next trip.

Dynamic Duo!

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Cranker's Brewery

2.6(140 reviews)

0.9 mi

My wife and I stopped here for a weekday late lunch--had the place mostly to ourselves. We…read moreordered a 4-beer sample flight, a couple of IPAs, a winter lager, and a brown ale. All good, but we were most impressed with the brown--very malty with a nice hop tingle, more substantive than most brown ales I've had, though still less than 5% ABV. The server mentioned it was a new addition to their tap menu, and I hope they'll keep it. We both got a pint to go with lunch. Lunch took the form of the house salad: lettuce and typical salad fixings with bacon and chicken topping it off. Lots of bacon! Wouldn't have minded less, not that I didn't eat every bit. The chicken was tender and juicy, and all the greenery was fresh. Very nice midday meal. While I don't pass through BR very often, I'll make a point of returning here when I do.

Bad catering. Don't believe the hype. Owner over sells and under delivers. Don't share concerns or…read morehe will say "Fu$k that " and tell you he doesn't "need your business as I have plenty." Promises he has kitchen to cook your event in Grand Rapids and delivers it from Big Rapids. Party of 150 and the food goes cold in 20 minutes with no prep to keep it warm. Our President chose to go to the back of the line and the food was cold when he was served, They ran out of tortillas at a taco bar. His workers are great, the owner does not care. Way cheaper than the competition and you still will not get your moneys worth. Your team will be disappointed. And don't share concerns, he will cuss at ya. The customer is never right.

Brisket Philly

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Ruby Tuesday

3.1(59 reviews)

2.3 mi

Great birthday parties combined today celebrated at Ruby's ! Nice quiet atmosphere, great service…read more, salad bar , all food came out quick and correct. Amazing attentive waiter !

Great food, excellent service. Perfect place to meet my kids and grandkids for lunch. Restaurant…read morewas comfortable for the adults and under 10 year old kids.

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#52 Sports Bar and Kitchen

2.9(18 reviews)

1.8 mi

The owner is THE BEST!! We only stop by 2-3 times a year when in the area for work, and he always…read moreremembers us. Also, our waitress is always so cool, and her vibe is perfect. We actually loved our lunch so much, we came back for dinner!!

We really appreciated the great service and good food! We popped in to watch the NCAA women's…read morefinal game. Although there were a few TVs going with different sporting events, our server found a way to get the sound on for our game. It was a great place to watch.

Our bar features 13 draft beers featuring many Michigan based micro brews.

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Weekday happy specials!

Applebee's Grill + Bar

3.6(98 reviews)

1.6 mi

We had an absolutely fantastic experience at Applebee's, and a huge part of that was our server,…read moreJacob! From the moment we sat down, he was friendly, attentive, and genuinely made us feel welcome. Our drinks were always full, our food came out hot and exactly as ordered, and he checked in just the right amount without ever feeling rushed. Jacob went above and beyond to make sure our meal was perfect, and his positive attitude truly made the whole visit better. This is the kind of service that keeps us coming back. Great food, great atmosphere, and exceptional service--thank you, Jacob, for an awesome dining experience! We'll definitely be back Try the new O-M-cheeseburger!

Applebee's has a great menu IF you do not have a gluten allergy and are not borderline diabetic…read more Too few options with no gluten and low sugar/carb. I ordered a salad and it was served with a breadstick touching the salad. The textbook definition of cross contamination. I feel they are overpriced for the few options I had. Need more options for people with dietary restrictions.

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Sawmill Saloon

3.2(21 reviews)

Great place to get a beer, food hits and doesn't break the bank. Bartenders and staff are great…read more Live music nights and trivia are total hits

I do like coming here for karaoke. This is a very down home kind of bar with a lot of friendly and…read moresupportive people. I've been coming here for months now and I bring my daughter for karaoke because it is such a supportive environment. The people here are really helping to build her confidence. The food honestly is lacking in just about everything. It's all frozen with minimal preparation but it does fill the hole and I think it's fairly priced for what it is.