We've been to Knoop multiple times now in all seasons and have had a great experience each time. The outdoor seating is our favorite to enjoy, but indoors in the winter was just as nice! The food tastes as good as the presentation looks. Drinks are always made deliciously. I had the Korean salad this week and it was SO good. Very large serving so I got to eat it again the next day! read more

Knoop - Korean salad - German Near Me - Grand Rapids, Michigan

I went back to Knoop yesterday with 2 friends and it was a great experience as usual. I tried an entree for the first time and got the steak sandwich. It was delicious and came with chips on the side. I also ordered the Aviation drink and it was a bit on the stronger side so I didn't feel the need to get a second drink lol. I'll probably get something else next time but it was still a 5 experience for me! read more

Knoop - Steak Sandwich - German Near Me - Grand Rapids, Michigan

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[[HIGHLIGHT]]A lovely stop to bask in the city's steeple views and to indulge in some wine and light bites before a show at the Intersection.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] The olives were simple but delicious and the whitefish BLT was hot and tasty. A sharp knife to cut the sandwich in half would have been perfect but we had to make do with the standard table version. Service was friendly, frequent and not overwhelming. I was skeptical about dining in a hotel bar, but the food, service and food quickly abated my preconceived notion of such a place. A great spot for visitors and locals alike. read more

Had a great time here both times we went. The bartenders were very friendly and knowledgeable. [[HIGHLIGHT]]We sat both inside at the bar rail and outside on the outdoor rooftop area, and both were great.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Had snacks, drinks, and a wonderful time. read more

Knoop - German Near Me - Grand Rapids, Michigan

Food - Delicious Drinks - Perfection Service - Outstanding We came here to have some apps and a few drinks before our comedy show at the BOB. [[HIGHLIGHT]]This place was absolutely amazing when we stepped out into the space.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]Situated in a great area with rooftop views, they have a great cocktail menu along with some great German-style food.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Our waitress was amazing and had fantastic recommendations for us. Amazing time. read more

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Friendly service. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Rooftop space is modern and hip, with amazing views at sunset.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Burger with the add on sweet potato fries was delicious. read more

Knoop - Smash burger with sweet potato fries. - German Near Me - Grand Rapids, Michigan

This place is hopping! I stayed at the Canopy and enjoyed dinner at the bar during my first night. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Located on the 8th floor it was convient and provided for great views from the bar and the rooftop lounge.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] I sat at the bar since I was a party of one and didn't want to take up a whole table, wasting valuable seating space they needed. The bartender was quite busy but was very pleasant the entire time. He was prompt with my tonic, cranberry and limes - I had two and wasn't charged! I thought that was amazing. I have always paid for those drinks anywhere else I have gone. I had the Uitsmijter - which is an Open Face, Seared Ham, Blistered Cherry Tomatoes, Saffron Pickled Pearl Onion, Two Fried Eggs, Dark Rye Bread, Aged Beemster Gouda - This was AMAZING!!! I loved every bite of it. [[HIGHLIGHT]]When it's busy - it gets very loud in the space. It triggered a decibel warning several times while I was there.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] I would definitely recommend this restaurant to friends, family and colleagues. read more

We always have a good experience here. The food is always good. I recommend the steak sandwich if that's your thing. The cocktails are always changing and also really good. [[HIGHLIGHT]]They have a great ambiance with several different seating style options.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] The waitstaff has always been friendly and quick. read more

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[[HIGHLIGHT]]Knoop was such a fun spot![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]We stopped in for an afternoon drink to take in the rooftop vibes, and it didn't disappoint.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] As expected with a rooftop bar, drinks were on the pricier side--I had a delicious (and strong) $14 Paloma. Service was great, and overall I'm glad we made the stop! read more

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From their website "Our upscale rooftop bar" [[HIGHLIGHT]]The Knoop in no way resembles anything upscale.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Maybe the "up" part as they are on the top floor. We made reservations only to be seated inside with no view. Though there was a table outside, we were told reserved for someone else. Waited for a server then waited and waited for our drinks. (we should have left then) Served a beer and had to request a glass as not even asked. Service was slow slow slow. Finally paid our bill and left. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Oh yeah that table outside? Where one could "enjoy scenic views of downtown Grand Rapids." No one ever was seated.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]Probably just as well as the view was basically the air conditioning units on the building across the way.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Waste of time and money. read more

I loved my visit to Knoop! [[HIGHLIGHT]]Had a little bit of a tricky time finding it (it's in the hotel, elevators up to the top/8th floor), but once we found it, we really enjoyed the food and ambiance![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]It's very vibey, if you will, with views of town and a nice sunset.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]Indoor/outdoor seating, with tables, high tops, and more lounge like seating as well.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] The food exceeded expectations! For two people, we tried: - Bikini Bottom Buns; brown butter poached lobster, crab & shrimp, lemon aioli, butter bibb, fresh herbs, shaved asparagus, toasted buns - Dock of the Bay; wonton tostada, avocado crema, bay scallops, shallot, thin sliced jalapeño, cucumber lime dressing, julienned radish, edible flower - Luv N' Peas; house made gnudi, pebble creek mushrooms, sweet pea pesto, lemon whipped ricotta, toasted walnut, pea tendril Everything tasted phenomenal and was beautiful presented. Only thing was that the lobster buns and mushroom/pea dish were decadently rich! Lobster/seafood in the buns was a good amount and so buttery and savory. The mushrooms were gorgeous and tasty. Scallop tostadas were lighter and full of complementary flavors and textures. We left absolutely stuffed. I believe they change up their menu frequently. read more

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Service was above and beyond! [[HIGHLIGHT]]However, it is advertised as a place to watch the sunset restaurant in Grand Rapids. Here's the strange thing they should take that down according to longitude latitude east and west there's no possible way to watch the sunset there the entire restaurant faces east there are no windows on the west side.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]There is one tiny little corner off the bar where a bunch of hoarding drunk Kardashians hang out so no one else could possibly even look out that window.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]It is a nice rooftop bar and they have been lucky enough to establish a pretty darn good team[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] however, you cannot see the sunset. [[HIGHLIGHT]]You can only see other rooftops and their HVAC units.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]Great concept should you stumble upon it you would think you had a great find if you plan to go there to see the sunset with your two adult children. It's a joke. It is not possible and it's kind of sad.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]That's why we went out downtown paid for parking at the end of a long day only to realize that you have two intelligent adult children who clearly noticed that east and West really do make a difference in regards to where the sun rises and where the sunsets yes, you can see the sun, but it's no different than looking at your car window[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] I give it four stars for everything other than why we went down there cause I know the staff didn't create the post of best place to watch the sunset in Grand Rapids restaurant wise. It would be five stars for service that team just really all around had it together and actually cared. Our server was already cut when we got there and came back on to serve us and then took a few more tables. She didn't lose a beat thumbs up to Courtney and Zack read more

[[HIGHLIGHT]]Food excellent and the newly refurbished room fabulous at 510 Groveland Mpls. MN.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] A wonderful gracious place to share grat food and drink! read more

We were staying at the Hilton Canopy when an unexpected snow storm came through. Neither of us were really dressed for it so we wanted to stay nearby. [[HIGHLIGHT]]We were so fortunate to find out that Knoop is a rooftop bar right in the hotel![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]Often times hotel bars are boring. But like this unique hotel, there was nothing boring about Knoop![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]The walls close for the winter, but there is outside seating in the summer.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]There were some beautiful views and also private seating.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]The snow gave this an even more warm and romantic feel.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] We had already eaten so we just came for a glass of wine. The bartender was great! Very friendly and helpful. I can't wait to come back in about a month! read more

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Took us a minute to find but it was worth the hunt. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Beautiful setting and backdrop to enjoy a cocktail.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Drinks are on the pricey side, to be expected, but are unique. They have a happy hour until 7 but it is quite limited. My husband rum and coke sounded lame but it was anything but. My Paloma was decent. Very friendly staff. read more

Knoop - German Near Me - Grand Rapids, Michigan

Talk about a hidden gem! Knoop has changed quite a bit since they first opened, but it's such a cool, vibey spot. Located on the 8th floor of the Canopy by Hilton hotel, it boasts a "rooftop bar" which is more like an outdoor patio, but I'll take it. The decor and theme is Scandinavian and modern which is unique and fun. The menu is quite a bit different and unfortunately they got rid of the bluegill which I really loved. However, they have a nice selection of delicious-sounding plates. My review is focused on their new Sunday brunch, which just started on May 21, 2023. I believe it's going to be every third Sunday (previously they weren't open on Sundays). I highly recommend reservations as the space isn't huge. They advertised the brunch as a buffet for $25 and a $10 cover charge, which would get you a drink. I'm not really sure why they wouldn't just say $35 per person which includes a drink, but either way, I think it's a great price. We opted for outdoor seating which was really lovely. You can get either a mimosa or a bloody Mary for your included drink option. The buffet had a nice spread of mostly savory items including frittata, hashbrown casserole, bacon, biscuits and gravy, shrimp and grits bites, hot honey chicken, peaches and cream parfait, and fried bread pudding. Everything was really good and I definitely ate my money's worth! DJ AB was playing some awesome music which gave it a bit of a party vibe. I'd definitely come back for this brunch, especially with a group. I also need to try out their dinner menu - the champagne dip & caviar dreams is calling my name! read more

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This is the fourth or fifth time I've been here. I arrived on March 2nd at 9:45pm. Sat down at the bar it took 10 minutes for the bartender to come over to help me. He then proceeded to tell me the kitchen was closed. It's open till 11. Why is the kitchen closed before 10. Also, food was still coming out. Slap in the face, I have been in here at 11pm before and have seen people still finishing food. This is one of my normal spots to hit while in town for work, Not anymore after this. Adjust hours online if you guys are going to close the kitchen at 9:30pm. Very upsetting! read more

[[HIGHLIGHT]]If you're in Grand Rapids and looking for a spot with incredible skyline views, Knopps Rooftop should be at the top of your list![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] We recently tried it out, and the experience was fantastic. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The atmosphere is upscale yet relaxed, perfect for enjoying a beautiful evening with friends or a date.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] The charcuterie board was impressive, with a great mix of cheeses, meats, and accompaniments that were both visually appealing and delicious. It's an ideal choice for sharing! We also tried the warm, soft pretzels, which came with dipping sauces that added just the right touch of flavor. [[HIGHLIGHT]]And of course, the panoramic city views were absolutely breathtaking, especially as the sun started to set over the skyline.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]Knopps has nailed the balance between a great menu, laid-back vibe, and stunning scenery.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

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Came here with my coworker for dinner during a business trip. Staff here were very friendly and attentive; Nice view and vibe with the roof top; Food was very good and in good portions. Definitely recommend :) read more

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[[HIGHLIGHT]]The view is awesome[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]], but the food really let me down. Not a lot of great appetizer and shareable options, especially for gluten free/celiac people. It would be awesome to have a GF bun available for extra. read more

Maybe 3.5 stars, but because of a slight edge in ambiance, we'll round it up to 4 stars. This place has a rooftop restaurant/bar vibe in Downtown Grand Rapids. The space is half-outdoors/half-indoors, thought the doors separating the areas was wide open so you sort of got that outside vibe if you're not seated outdoors. The menu had some fun puns and names for entrees, but it felt like things were a bit pricier than what you got for them. Not that it tasted bad, but I was just expecting a little bit more considering the price tags. The drinks weren't your usual run-of-the-mill fare, and I think they were worth their eleveated cost compared to the food. Overall, come here for the ambiance and decent but (in my opinion) slightly overpriced food. In the future, I could see myself coming here just for drinks and maybe going out somewhere else to eat for dinner beforehand. read more

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Okayyyyyy I might be out of the Knoop-loop, but I had no idea it was Dutch inspired! The wall of delft plates made me think of my Grandma and gave me all kinds of nostalgia I'm sure that's not what the draw is for most people- so let's talk about the view! It was SNOWIN yesterday, but we had a great view of the city from our cozy table indoors! Besides the view, this cocktails are also Knoop's main selling point! We tried a few of their seasonal cocktails, including the Basic Witch, Apparently Pears, O Pecan Kenobi, and the Ji-Ji-Jitterbug! They were delicious, and, as you can see from the photos, beautiful! For food, we ordered the Knoop Pretzel, the Wagyu Sliders, and the Korean Fried Chicken Bao. The pretzel was fluffy and delicious (and the beer cheese was great!). I loved the fried chicken bao, and the Wagyu sliders were pretty tasty as well! (Although they were even better when we put some barbecue sauce on them IMO!) I can't wait to come back here in the summer and hang out on the patio! read more

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Review is based on drinks and ambiance only. Yes it's a hotel and a rooftop so I expect to pay $$ for drinks but $42 seems steep for 2 drinks at this place. [[HIGHLIGHT]]All of tables are chipped some very large chips and most of the wood furniture was peeling or damaged.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]The TV lounge area was super dusty the cable box looked like it had not been dusted in years.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Our service was great and drinks delicious (rum and coke with the coke fizz was incredible). read more

SERVICE: 5 FOOD QUALITY: 4 DRINK QUALITY: 5 ORDER TIME: 5 AESTHETICS: 5 NOISE LEVEL: 4 MENU SELECTION: 5 OVERALL EXPERIENCE: 4.71 A good friend was visiting so I made a reservation at Knoop because i heard the view was good and the drinks were great. The reservations fill up very quickly so if you want a specific day don't wait till last minute to make a reservation. When we arrived we were warmly greeted and seated at an outdoor patio table. The restaurant is a little smaller and more intimate, but the open concept makes it look much larger. Such a beautiful space with modern and chic decor. We went for drinks, but wound up getting a ham and cheese board. The ham and cheese was very good but it was kind of just placed on the plate with what looked like little effort. Plate presentation is part of the art to food serving and separates an individual From an experience to just a meal. Their food menu is a mid size German inspired menu. Our server was very lively, and we really enjoyed her. We wound up staying for multiple drinks because of her wonderful recommendations. Overall, it was a wonderful experience, and really was the highlight of our evening. Beautiful space with amazing drinks. A must go for anyone looking to host friends or family from out of town who love a masterful cocktail. We didn't try an actual meal but they definitely had some unique items that looked tasty. read more

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I actually don't even spend much time ever writing a review unless it's really really really good or really, really really bad and this was really really really bad! I have never had a saltier piece of steak in my life. It was a complete waste of $40. I mentioned it to the bartender because clearly I had literally maybe three bites trying to get through it and he basically just could care less and charged me for it. I'm not someone to complain, but this was really bad. It was totally like eating a salt cube. read more

[[HIGHLIGHT]]The view, service and adult beverages are amazing.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Definitely pricey, but I'm not surprised by this or deterred. read more

Knoop - German Near Me - Grand Rapids, Michigan

This place has blown me away both times that I've been there. The service is really good, and all of their staff treats the customers like they are important. Most, but not all of the drinks that I have had were really really good. All of the food that I've had was excellent, but I have to say that the pretzel flight is definitely the thing that I would recommend the most. If you can get a seat out on the balcony that's definitely in the place to be oh, because the views are really good and it's really comfortable. But honestly there isn't a bad seat in the whole place. The decor is really cool, and makes you feel like you're in a sweet-ass spot. read more

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We made our reservations for girls night. Great choice. This place was in the hotel (just in case you weren't sure). We split three small plates and each got very different drinks. Everything we ate was fresh, tasted great, and turn out was quick. Service was top notch. Even with our reservation we were seated on the couch/chairs, but we were able to switch (after asking) to a table. Ranking from best to...really good: 1) crab & corn hush puppies (seasonal for July) 2) pretzel flight 3) hummus spread I ordered the house Pinot Grigio (on tap), one friend the Rainbow cider, & the other for the wild berry punch & added Tito's. Definitely worth checking this place out (I already know what I'm going to try the next time...) read more

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First time checking out this spot. It was a bonus to learn they validate parking because it's in a busy part of downtown. Definitely a fun atmosphere but also very busy so it gets a little loud. There were some birthdays and bachelorette parties being celebrated while we were there. The restaurant is on top of the canopy hotel and has pretty nice views of surrounding downtown area from its 8th floor. Seasonally the patio portion was closed but would definitely like to return on a warm summer night. Decent selection of drinks for beer/wine and even had cider and seltzer options. The food menu was smaller selection and I think the idea is most are shareable type plates however the portions are definitely bigger than a tapas style. Our server was Amanda and she did great answering our questions and giving her recommendations on menu items; and of course was efficient and friendly in keeping us relaxed and our cups full! Everyone in our group was hungry so we ALL actually got the It's a Smash : which is just burgers and fries. The burger was extremely tasty though with a rush of flavors from the queso cheese, jam, pickles and bacon fat mayo which all paired together perfectly. Definitely would recommend trying this place out. read more

Knoop - It's a Smash (burger with fries) - German Near Me - Grand Rapids, Michigan

Swung by around 6:00 on Saturday figuring it might be a long shot that we could get a table. Fortunately they were able to seat us right away on the rooftop patio! I was hesitant about sitting outside since it was still a bit chilly, but they have heaters above the tables that actually kept it quite pleasant. It did start raining right as we were paying our tabs though, and it's not covered, so that would've been a challenge. We got lucky on our timing. They are located on the 8th floor in the Studio Park complex. The restaurant is really cute inside, and the views from the patio are wonderful! You can see so much of the city. It was chilly when we were there, but I imagine it's wonderful in the summer. My cousin and I split the Philly cheesesteak sandwich and fries, which was a special for March. I'm a little sad it was a special because I would definitely go back for it! We ordered it with the aioli on the side and at first it came out with aioli, but our server took it right back and put in for a fresh one for us. The sandwich was a good size for us to split. The meat was flavorful and not too fatty. I appreciate that they use red and green peppers, not just green. The cheese sauce isn't my favorite, but I don't love liquid cheese. The Hop Salt fries are REALLY good! The salt is big - like soft pretzel rock salt. So good! They didn't seem to have a huge beer list, but we were both able to find one we liked. Overall I'm super happy with the experience and will look forward to going back again to try a few more items from the menu. They do take reservations, so I'll probably book ahead next time! read more

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Great rooftop bar at studio park! These are much needed in GR, Can't wait for summer to come back and enjoy the views! The menu at knoop is small but there is variety. You get a little bit of everything from the perspective of light bites to solid dishes. We order 3 items and shared. The service was great! I really appreciated the manager coming around a few times to check on us and also build rapport. That was nice and definitely makes me feel appreciated. My favs: Lobster quesadilla- ok I like fusions, but sometimes they can be too over the top. I was skeptical but I went for it. I'm glad I did because it was light and full of lobster. I thought it was going to be drenched in cheese, but it had lots of veggies and was served with a nice chipotle sauce. Chef board- I wasn't a fan of this. Didn't like the prosciutto, it seemed liked it wasn't fresh. The mustard was really good, zesty and spicy. I also liked the honey and the goat cheese. The rest of the meats were eh. Won't get this again Stamppot-wow! Loved this dish, classic Dutch meal made with love. We ordered one to go for my daughter because she loves mashed potatoes. The sausage was really tasty. My boyfriend was impressed by this I also had a mocktail which was really great! They have a few drinks to choose from, so will add this to my list of places that serve creative mocktails! I would be back in the summer to check out the other food items and balcony seating read more

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Organized a small work happy hour at this venue. The atmosphere is awesome! It's on the top floor of the Hilton canopy. The event organizer put us in this cool semi private area off of the bar. There an extensive cocktail list and a menu of shareables and a few plates. We enjoyed several different cocktails and had the pretzel, sliders w/fries, chef's board, and poutine. The hamburger sliders were excellent as well as the fries. The chef's board was pretty tasty but the presentation could have been better than arranged on a regular plate. Our bartender Nick was excellent and very attentive but not overbearing. This was a first for everyone in our group, and everyone was pleasantly surprised and thought what a cool space. Definitely want to bring my husband here for a cocktail and snacks. read more

Knoop - German Near Me - Grand Rapids, Michigan

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First time headed here! The ambiance is impressive but certainly doesn't match the menu. Went with girl friends and we all ordered different drinks. I had the Envidia was refreshing and delicious and we probably should have ended there for the night so I could have given 5 stars. We ordered 3 plates to share : Pretzels, Fries and wings. The pretzel tasted like stale bread and the duck fat dip had no flavor. The wings were large and had decent flavor definitely not the best I've had. The fries and the yum yum sauce were our favorite plate for the night. We felt like the food menu is very limited and portions are small. Our serve was very kind and checked on us often. I would definitely go back just for drinks but head somewhere else for dinner. read more

Knoop - Fries, wings & pretzel - German Near Me - Grand Rapids, Michigan

We made a reservation and were seated right on time. The staff was very friendly and took great care of us. As others have said, the seating arrangements are a little strange and not convenient for eating food. There are only a few real tables and the rest are small cocktail tables or coffee tables. We could hardly fit 2 appetizers on our table and we waited until it was cleared to even order our dinners, just to avoid dealing with a worse situation. The view is the best behind the bar, but it's still cool to see our city from the top floor. We saw groups sharing meals over little coffee tables while sitting at couches, which looked ridiculous. We heard multiple people ask to be moved while we were there as well. Other than the strange seats/tables, the food was fantastic. We started with the Potato Boats and Pretzel Flight. We loved both of them and they were both unique! The jam on the potato boats was delicious even though it was something you don't expect. For dinner, I had the Steak Frites off their specials menu and my wife had the Lobster Quesadilla. Both were delicious and we cleaned both plates completely. We both loved the fries that came with my dinner. The drink list had everything we wanted as well. The manager stopped by multiple times to check on us and our server was great. read more

Knoop - Steak Frites and Lobster Quesadilla - German Near Me - Grand Rapids, Michigan

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Small bite place. Nice environment, excellent service, and smiling friendly faces. Food and drinks were great as well. We ordered roast beef sliders, frise and hummus with vegetables. Also, we ordered strawberriy soda drink for beverages. Roast beef sliders were unexpectedly good. Stuffed with beef, crispy onions and came in a decent size.Served with gravy on the side. Frise were good and fried well. Hummus was ok. I just felt the taste needed more spices like garlic or onion powder, but the veggie variation and portion were impressive. It is a sharable size dish. The strawberry mocktail was awesome!! Soure and sweet. Taste buds satisfying for whoever craving a fancy nonalcoholic drink. Finally a michigan place that respect non- alcoholic drinkers and offers delicious non alcoholic beverages instead of the regular tasteless poor lemonade drinks. Big Respect . Anyway, The environment was very nice , clean,neat and comfortable. The waitress chose the best table for us. Nice service. I will come back here again for sure. read more

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Friday happy hour stop into Knoop! A newer spot in GR over the last few years. Definitely a pregame/pre dinner bar with snacks and cocktails. The fries with sauce/aioli were pretty good and a solid Old Fashion. read more

Knoop - German Near Me - Grand Rapids, Michigan

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Knoop is 8 floors up, offering expansive views of downtown. GR is a handsome city. Its interior could be described as coldly Nordic, honey colored noise- amplifying wood panels. It's a strange thing to include, but even if you don't need to, check out the nifty bathrooms. The menu is small, food is nicely plated and tasty. The hush puppies are flavorful but under crunchy. The pretzel flight gave me my first time trying house made mustard; pretty good, less bitter than the normal stuff. Our fave pretzel flavoring was the siracha. The ribs were perfectly crisped, and were not drowned in the tangy BBQ. They are also chunky. Our food and drinks showed up quickly, but we had a very long wait after eating before our person checked in with us and it was another wait for our check. The place was hopping, and our waiter had a 12 top & had to pitch in at the bar. We felt bad for the guy, but my gosh the post eating wait. Maybe not 100% accurate to call it bad service & all the other staff were busy as bees too; good thing they are young and peppy. read more

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The only thing better than Knoop's cocktails are the 10/10 vibes it serves up. It is the perfect place to kick back with some friends. The seating is so fun and decor is funky fresh! I don't think you can go wrong with any of their cocktails, either. I do have to knock off a star because the handful of times I have visited the bar takes a loonggg time to serve drinks. Although - it works out because the slow service just gives you more time to soak in the views. They have a nice little shareables menu - I would definitely recommend the pretzels and the fried mushrooms! The food isn't groundbreaking, but it's pretty delish & gets the job done. read more

Knoop - German Near Me - Grand Rapids, Michigan

Knoop had a great vibe. Went here last year to just enjoy a girls night out. The place wasn't completely filled up when we got there around 8pm on a weekday night. I expected the place to be a bit bigger, but it didn't matter much. I did notice that there was a bar, but I sat farthest to the bar, next to a long table, right at the window. When I went, it was too cold, so they didn't have the rooftop open, but will definitely go back to chill in the summer night vibe. Ordered a cocktail and sangria, with the charcuterie board. Everything on the board was so tasty, and I especially loved the honey and jam that came with it. We did ask for a refill for any extra bread even though it was nearing their close time. I think we were the last or second last parties to leave, but they were so kind to us and we didn't feel like we were rushed. A very pleasant experience! read more

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I was SO looking forward to trying Knoop for the first time! I had made a reservation via OpenTable for 2 people for a Birthday dinner, I realized the day of the reservation that I had made it for a week later! I called and spoke with the Manager, Nick, and explained my mistake to him, he graciously got us a table even though OpenTable said they were booked. We arrived the day of the new reservation and we were seated right away. We were super impressed with the fun decor, open air, decor, etc. Such an awesome space! Great views and visually appealing interior! We were seated at a two top, very close to the bar. We sat at our table for 20+ minutes without a greeting, water, menu, anything. The restaurant was busy, so we gave them some grace... but realized at 20 minutes that this wasn't going to go anywhere so we decided to cut our losses and head somewhere else. When walking out, we were stopped at the host stand by Nick, who said he noticed we had been there a while and apologized for our wait. He, again, graciously offered to send over an appetizer as a peace offering. We accepted and headed back to the table. We chose the Chef's Board and thought it was decent. Not a ton of each item on the plate, definitely not a board you could share with more than 2 people. I got the Lobster Quesadilla because I love anything lobster! Just.. good? I was hoping for more of a lobster roll in quesadilla form... but it was good. Hubby got the burger and said if was fine. The menu is SMALL... not a ton of variety. We didn't venture into the cocktail menu, which I wish we would have - hubby stuck with beer and I had wine. I was happy to see two chardonnay options! The thing that put us off was the speed of service and the attention we received. Like I said, it was busy so we always give grace for that. AND they are new.. but we literally sat at a table that servers walked past constantly.. our drinks sat empty multiple times and empty plates sat and were not cleared before the next round arrived. For us the service was lackluster. I do want to come back to try Knoop again... definitely for cocktails.. probably for appetizers... but not sure about a full meal out. read more