Jersey Junction stands out from other ice cream places the moment you step inside and the smell of…read morefresh waffle cones hits your nose. Within, you feel like you've been transported to an old fashioned ice cream parlor, with its vintage decorations and photos of historic Gaslight Village. They serve all kinds of Hudsonville ice cream, and can turn any flavor into a milkshake or malt shake upon request. They also carry a wide selection of old fashioned candies and sweets. Definitely worth stopping in if you're walking around East Grand Rapids!

This is a classic ice cream place. They've got a bunch of different hard ice creams and they make…read moremilkshakes and sodas and root beer floats. The line is long, but it goes pretty fast. Inside of the store there are a few places to eat and then there's several places to eat outside. Inside you can also purchase drinks and a bunch of old school candy! I would recommend the triple peanut butter cup, absolutely delicious. They make their own waffle, cones too! Can't go wrong.

I had sworn I'd written a review of Pinkie's before! Nate and I stopped in before a movie at…read moreWealthy Theatre recently for a sweet treat. The employee scooping was super helpful and let us try a couple of flavors before we ordered. They serve Moo-ville ice cream, which is my personal favorite brand. We got one mini scoop of the easy peasy lemon cheesy (sweet lemon ice cream with NY cheesecake pieces and a graham cracker swirl) to share and it was a giant portion! Definitely way more than enough to split. I hadn't had this flavor before and it was delightful, with nice natural lemon flavor and cheesecake taste. Prices are great - the mini was only $3! I'll definitely be back this summer when I'm craving ice cream.

This place is fire. The ice cream is delicious and you get a generous amount for the price,…read moreespecially compared to other places in GR. The s'mores hand scooped ice cream is so good I think about it every night before bed. The staff is always super friendly. The place itself is nice, it's pink inside and stuff so that's cool. Also this may be a weird thing to comment on but I love their spoons shape. Spoon connoisseurs will get it. All in all, when I want ice cream in GR this is absolutely my place.

Wow! House made ice cream. The carmelized sugar bits in the Crème Brûlée ice cream is truly a…read moregastronomical delight. So perfect for a late afternoon refreshing treat. Nice little courtyard in the rear to quietly enjoy a snack.

Six wordsI never thought I'd utter till today, chocolate dipped potato chip ice cream. And don't…read moreworry it's as good as it sounds, especially if you're a salt lover like me. My wife got the drumstick ice cream which she also swears was delicious and our messy son was proof he enjoyed himself as well. Kind staff and a cute back patio to sit, if you're by east Grand Rapids and it's hot you should check this place out

Wow! That's how I have to start this review! A group of eight visited this awesome spot on Saturday…read moreand had such a nice experience! The staff were so sweet--no wonder they work at the Sugar Bar ! We ordered a little bit of everything (sweet treats and drinks--both non-alcoholic and with alcohol) and everything was delicious! My favorite was the pistachio cake. Thanks Anais and Mauve for helping us start our girls night off just right! We'll definitely be back!

This used to be a Le Macaron chain, but it's now locally owned and operated at Sugar Bar. Nate and…read moreI stopped in before a show for a sweet treat. They have chocolates, bon bons, gelato, coffee drinks, and more. We ordered two of the cookie sandwiches, which we were told are made daily by a local pastry chef. The blueberry cookie was my favorite - it was soft and full of blueberries. The passionfruit one wasn't as flavorful. The buttercream frosting was super sweet, so we probably could have split one and been happy. I love that they have gelato flights! I didn't see any pricing posted for the treats when we visited, but the total was just over $10 for the two cookie sandwiches. They are handmade (vs. frozen and shipped in) so that makes sense. The employee helping us was super sweet and friendly, which I appreciated. The space is cute with ample seating to enjoy your treats, and they have an Instagrammable photo wall. I don't have a huge sweet tooth, so I don't see myself coming here too often, but it's a nice spot for a date or dessert.

Qahwah is a coffee shop I had been wanting to try for a while, so I am glad I finally made it in…read more The space has a great vibe. It was fairly busy, but we were still able to get a table. Overall, everything was solid. The Qishr was good, though I think it could have used a bit more kick. Aside from that, the coffee was excellent and the rest of what we tried did not disappoint. I also had an organic mango juice, which was fresh (even though it came in a bottle) and really enjoyable.

I recently went to Qawah House with a friend! It's a place my friend Janelle has constantly…read morerecommended. I never realized that it's located so close to the movie theater and Meijer Gardens! I would absolutely stop over there before or after going to one of those. There's ample parking and it's within the general area of the movie theater. The spot itself has a good amount of seating and some of the coolest decor. There is a massive wooden art piece detailing history which is so fun to just sit and read. The staff was more than friendly and polite. They gave us some really helpful information and recommendations for drinks. We didn't end up eating any of the food but the honeycomb dessert looked incredible and my boss has said that the spinach pie is amazing. I really loved my strawberry matcha! The drink was beautiful and tasted really great!

Do they need yet another five star review? Yes, yes they do! We were in GR for a few days from…read moreChicago and ended up at Eastern Kille after wandering around downtown. Realized immediately it was the Rockford location that had food (duh) when we walked inside with two kids and heard some chuckles. It was very likely those were coincidental but we were amused. But, we were able to grab a seat outside, amuse our kids with toys and things to look at in the neighborhood and away from the adults inside enjoying their cocktails. I should have asked his name, but the gentleman who took care of us was awesome and had no problem with us setting up shop outside to enjoy...multiple...cocktails and ordering pizza from Quarantino's (his rec.). We ordered six different cocktails and while our preference wasn't always for the one we (my wife or I) ordered, with a swap or two between us we ended up very much enjoying what we got and had a lovely final evening in GR before going home as a result!

What a vibe! This is such a cute spot tucked in the main strip on wealthy street! The entrance is a…read morelittle unassuming- if you're not paying attention you might miss it. The bartenders were super friendly and great at suggesting drinks. Both drinks that I had were well balanced with an appealing appearance. I can't wait to be back!

First time visit and it was delicious! Beautiful truffles and bonbons. The S'mores Cup was…read moredecadent and the filling can get messy. The Basil Blue ice cream sammy has blueberry ice cream between two basil cake cookies and half dipped in white chocolate. It was messy but worth it! I loved this flavor combination and can't wait to try more. There are so many more pastries and desserts I want to try. The service was fantastic. There is no seating inside. There are two small patio tables with two chairs each out front. It's nicely shaded in the afternoon!

Great little dessert spot. Some things were a bit hard to eat like the ice cream sandwich with…read morechocolate chip cookies../ the textures just weren't quite right and hard to bite with how frozen the chocolate got. But the flavors were awesome.

I'm on the trendy train for Dubai chocolates! They have truffles, buckeyes and even sundaes. The…read moresundae was a little pricey at $12.99, but I did splurge on a small cappuccino cake cone and 2 buckeye candies for $20. Everything was delicious and the staff were friendly and helpful allowing me unlimited free samples. I love the location in the heart of East Grand Rapids. It's great to meander around to Reed's Lake or check out the quaint downtown. Though a bit pricey, I find everything tastes superb. Fun treat after a special dinner.

This is a review of the staff. Not their products. I have always enjoyed Kilwin's chocolate, fudge,…read moreand popcorn. I walked in on a Wednesday night at 8:47pm, 13 minutes before closing. Upon entering, I heard a muffled under breath from the staff of, "great, they came in two minutes before closing", and a snicker afterwards. They had also started cleaning the floor (way too early) and my three year old slipped and fell. Nobody said a word or said sorry or asked if he was okay. Additionally, the person behind the counter did not greet us or ask if we needed help. Someone finally came from the back to help, but was not super friendly either. Management, take notice.

Martha's Vineyard is a fun upscale deli, wine, and snack stop with a plethora of interesting brands…read moreto choose from. In addition to a small produce section, there is a tasty deli with premade salads and desserts. I personally love the wine section and often find myself at the $10 and below section. It's fun to try new stuff and pair it with an array of delicious chocolates and salty snacks. I love that they have Jeni's icecream and a ton of other local products. Stop by to browse and I guarantee you will leave with a handful of scrumptious curiosities. Enjoy!

We were visiting Grand Rapids from Chicago and came across Martha's Vineyard when looking for areas…read moreto visit. Ended up stopping in twice during our three day stay in GR. We ended up picking up a bottle of wine on visit one (and some cute cards the kids saw) and then on our second visit bought everything we needed (in appropriate sizes) to make a round of cocktails back at our hotel (and some candy for the kiddos. Everyone there was lovely and I loved everything about the store! Would be amazing if they opened a satellite location in Chicago. ;-)

Sometimes you just need a place to escape the hotel room, crack open the laptop, and get some work…read moredone. That's exactly what brought me to Midnight Express Cafe in Grand Rapids. Apparently this is a favorite among the local college crowd, and I can see why. The space is big, bright, and inviting. There were groups of friends playing card games, plenty of people working on laptops, and an atmosphere that somehow felt both fun and relaxing. The vibe check? Passed with flying colors. It wasn't perfect, though. If you're planning on working for a few hours, be prepared to hunt for actual working power outlets because they're surprisingly scarce. My chai latte also left a lot to be desired. It wasn't bad, just forgettable. Then came the açaí bowl. Organic açaí blended with blueberries, mango, blue agave, and coconut milk, then topped with granola, coconut flakes, chocolate chips, honey, strawberries, blueberries, and peanut butter. Oh... my... goodness. I was not prepared for what arrived at the table. Every ingredient tasted incredibly fresh. The fruit was vibrant, the granola had amazing texture, and every bite felt like the perfect balance of sweet, creamy, and refreshing. It wasn't just delicious--it was one of those dishes that makes you stop what you're doing because your full attention suddenly belongs to the food. Here's what makes that statement carry some weight: I live in an area of South Florida surrounded by a huge Brazilian community. I have no fewer than six dedicated açaí shops within eight minutes of my house. I've had a lot of açaí bowls over the years. Without question, Midnight Express Cafe serves the best açaí bowl I've ever had. I never expected to find my favorite açaí bowl in Grand Rapids, Michigan, but here we are. Sometimes the biggest surprises happen in the places you least expect them.

We got a drip coffee, iced coffee, and two acai bowls. The acai bowls were delicious! The added…read morepeanut butter was the perfect touch. They overall were very filling, I was surprised how full I was after. Definitely recommend. We sat outside bc we brought our dog but the vibes were clearly nice. Definitely caters to the college crowd.