Chef Gaby of Gaby's Gourmandise recently took over Dorothy & Tony's Gourmet Kettle Corn in the…read moreDowntown Market, so I stopped in to grab a few bags to try. The recipes have been updated and the cheddar popcorn I tried was absolutely divine. The cheese flavor is strong and savory, without tasting fake. I can't wait to try more flavors. The popcorn was crisp and fresh, and not at all stale. I also had the GR mix, which is white cheddar and caramel - super delicious. The caramel isn't the super crispy coating you might be used to but I think it's because they don't use high fructose corn syrup. You can tell it's real brown sugar. They also introduced some more products for sale, including popcorn making supplies, local snacks, and gifts. It's definitely a one stop shop if you need a gift for a food lover! The bags of popcorn come in varying sizes, with the smallest bags starting at around $6. They also installed a Brix soda fountain option so I tried the pomegranate lemonade, which was perfectly sweet and lightly carbonated. Service by Pepper was incredible - so sweet and kind. I will definitely be stopping by for more popcorn again soon!

Best kettle corn I've ever had! Always fresh. Not too sweet and not too salty - just right!read more

I feel embarrassed that it's taken me so long to stop in to Grand Rapids Popcorn because popcorn is…read moremy favorite snack! I'd received gifts from the shop before so I finally made it there to purchase something for a popcorn-loving friend for her birthday. This family owned business has been around since 1944! They offer freshly made popcorn in 50+ flavors/combinations with both savory and sweet options. I bought a bag of chipotle white cheddar, but also considered the churro popcorn, pina colada, birthday cake, and peanut butter flavors. The chipotle white cheddar popcorn was amazing. Definitely one of the best packaged flavored popcorns I've had - ever. The popcorn stayed crisp and fresh for several days after opening and was buttery tasting and delicious. I can't stop thinking about it so I'll have to get more soon! The store also carries lots of great gift baskets, popcorn supplies for home and for wholesale: popcorn poppers, lots of different types of popcorn containers/buckets/bags, kernels for popping your own at home, oil and seasonings, etc.! They will even help you create a popcorn bar for your events - great for weddings, grad parties, and other get togethers. I was really interested in some of the unique kernels they have available as I love making popcorn at home - the baby white rice variety might come home with me next time. I love the small 4 oz bags of kernels that they have, which is what I bought for my friend. It's the perfect amount to sample the different varieties to find your favorite. The employee who rang up my purchases was super polite and friendly, and then the best part - I was asked if I wanted some freshly popped popcorn to go! A free little treat that made my day. I definitely will be back. Hours are a little limited as they are only open on weekdays, but it's worth a visit if you can make it happen and love popcorn.

I love those place. Yummy unique popcorn. The chocolate drizzle is my favorite! Plus they have…read morecandy apples at a great price when it's season.

The smell of popcorn lured me from my initial mission, into this Rivertown Mall family run…read moreestablishment. The flavor I wanted (butter) had run out, so they offered to make more. I'm glad I waited. The cup of black coffee was smooth (not strong nor weak). The popcorn...Mmmm GOOD! In addition, they also sell sandwiches for breakfast and lunch. Seating is available, but limited. Cozy and welcoming ambience. Friendly staff. Reasonable prices.

Love this place! We love popcorn and local businesses so this is the spot. They're located in…read moreRoger's Plaza, closest entrance is the main one by the Mexican restaurant and Chinese buffet. As soon as you walk in, you know this humble shop is a family owned enterprise! There's always at least one of the owners' children helping out and the very friendly Robinsons are happy to see you and give you some samples. They've been here a few months and if you ask me, the key to their success so far is that delicious popcorn!!! Our favorite is "charamel" which is a caramel cheese mix with both flavors on 1 kernel- like a caramelized cheese corn!! Sounds weird at first but it's addictive! They of course have other flavors and appear to roll out new concoctions from time to time. Just tried their jala-ring charamel, which is their charamel with a zip of jalapeno flavor! They also have a drink cooler and sell sizes from a small individual bag to a massive jumbo bag. I saw over the holidays they did tins too. Their prices are extremely reasonable. This is a great place to stop in for an inexpensive snack or treat or to pick up a gift. I hope this business keeps going and growing! If you're in the area, it's a must stop... but be careful because once you try it, you'll be unable to go down 28th street without popping in!

Great local market with lots of fresh produce honey bakery cheeses dog treats and candles. Parking…read moreis tight so park in the Salvation Army lot across the street. Vendors are friendly and can answer all your questions. See social media for list of vendors each week. Open on wed fri and Saturday

What a great market! Vendors are so friendly and not pushy. They smile and say hello and let you…read moreperuse their items. I kept seeing all this produce and wanted just one apple. Good thing they asked if I had a question! I got my answer and received my Apple. Yay! They have some stands that make coffee and breakfast and lunch items but I had already eaten. Next time I'll try some of the food stands. I walked the whole market up one side and down the other. There is a small portion that is indoors. All in all, I spent about 20-30 min there. I grabbed some baked goods and some handmade goods as well. The vendors do have bags but I recommend you bring your own. Some take cash, all take credit. There is some cover if there is rain. Parking is plentiful and free!

She was very friendly and helpful for us. As I took my dad there for his birthday. He was able to…read moretaste some flavors to help him pick out what he wanted. Of course my kids each picked out a bag too. Everyone loved their choices.

Last week, I spent my day off walking the Kalamazoo Mall, playing Pokémon go and enjoying the nice…read moreweather! I was walking by pop city poocorn and decided to go in and buy some amazing corn. I had been hankering for a spicy popcorn all week and I'm so glad I went with the Buffalo Cheddar, it hit all the spots! It was spicy but the cheddar lightened the mood! If you have not been downtown in awhile, I highly suggest going down there to get some popcorn and see the skeletons during October and helping out other local businesses!

Koeze's is a really terrific local store. I was visiting my aunt and she brought me here to buy…read moresome Turtles to give as a gift for a friend. I was struck by a couple of details: *They offer you a sample when you walk in the door. *They give you the option of a free gift bag with tissue paper as you're checking out. I really appreciated this since I was giving this as a gift and I was from out of town. It meant I didn't have to go buy one, which I was grateful for. *The store itself just has a wide variety of nuts, chocolates, peanut butter and candies. Something for everyone! Service was friendly too!

What a great find!! COLOSSAL CASHEWS are absolutely amazing and make a great gift in a beautiful…read morejar. Nut Krack Pecans are so delicious too! This is going to make a fun Michigan gift. Milk chocolate, dark chocolate, jelly beans, this store has it all. They packaged up my purchase in a nice bag with tissue paper. I cannot wait to go back. Oh, and from the moment you walk in you are warmly greeted. The service is top notch!!

stopped here to look at what they had. pleasantly surprised, placed smelled great and items were…read moredelicious. Will definitely keep coming back!

I've come here twice to buy treats I can give as gifts. Taste of Heaven offers gourmet popcorn,…read morecrispy rice treats, caramel apples, chocolate-covered pretzels, and more. Everything is nicely packaged and labeled with ingredients. The popcorn, available in both sweet and savory flavors, tastes great--much better than that break-your-teeth stuff you can buy in bulk at the grocery store. Around $3-$6 for a small bag that one person could finish by himself, the offerings are pricey. Again, I only shop here for special occasions. I love that they also carry a small selection of specialty sodas. I drink pop almost never, but if I see a unique flavored pop in a bottle, I'm suddenly all about it. Here I've found Jones Soda flavors I've never seen before. They also sell greeting cards. See? A very present-friendly place. I've always received excellent customer service. The employees are friendly and available to answer questions. You are able to sample any of their popcorn flavors. I do wish they were more proactive about serving their caramel apples though. I bought one and asked "Can you cut it up?" The employee responded, "Yes, that's how I'd eat it." You missed my point, sir; I wanted to know if you could physically cut my apple so that I could conveniently eat it on my way home. Oh well.