A very cozy casual soccer bar/restaurant :) i live close by so it's just an easy place to go to for a drink or a quick bite. They have most sports games up but i know they're known for having the early soccer games playing! I've heard great things about their brunch only on the weekends. They brought back their lunch special and it seems like they have trivia there now!! I feel like food is 4/5 but overall the vibe, lots of seating, and staff just make it a fun nonjudgmental place to be :) All the staff are super friendly. Parking is just metered street parking. read more

SpeakEZ Lounge - Cuban and House Salad lunch special - Lounges Near Me - Grand Rapids, Michigan

We came to listen to live jazz, which they have on Sunday night. It was fun. The musician sounded amazing. I had a dirty martini and he had a pilsner. They were both fine. He got the Korean shrimp tacos. He said they were pretty garlicky, but OK. I got the drunken noodles with pork. It had good flavor, but it reminded me a little too much of just instant Ramen. Our server was friendly and attentive. read more

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Stopped in for brunch with a girlfriend Saturday morning. We easily got street parking and walked in right at 10am. Quickly sat in a large booth and our waitress greeted us. I ordered a coffee and my friend got a mimosa. We were never asked for a coffee refill or another drink until we asked. I orders the Macguffin - it was okay but nothing great, the eggs looks like mcdonald's and the sand-which presentation was very sloppy. My friend got the crème brûlée french toast - she liked it but again presentation wasn't great and it just looked like sandwhich bread. Overall the vibe was very dark (no natural light) and the food was subpar. Won't be back for brunch but might try dinner or stop in for drinks! read more

SpeakEZ Lounge - Mcguffin - Lounges Near Me - Grand Rapids, Michigan

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The menu has changed and there are limited vegan options however the couple are delicious. The service is good. The environment is very chill. This place is welcoming and the food keeps delivering. The staff are great and it's a must go. read more

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One of my favorite brunch spots! They have the classics, but they also have unique brunch options that you won't fond anywhere else, like their take on corn beef hash on a ciabatta! Cant wait to catch a Lions watch party here! read more

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SpeakEZ Lounge is Grand Rapids' worst-kept secret--and I mean that in the best way. Admittedly, I've only ever been for brunch, but after four years of frequent visits, it's cemented itself as one of my favorite spots. My only complaints? The brunch menu could use a bit more variety, and the McGuffin could pack a little more flavor punch. That being said, the pros far outweigh the cons: the service is always on point, the drinks are a fair price and the dark, cozy atmosphere is perfect for a slow Sunday morning. Honorable mention - The Saint Germain Spritz? Let's just say I dream about it. read more

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Loved the atmosphere and the food and drinks were outstanding. Was our first time there and will make sure to come back the next time we're in Grand Rapids read more

I still love SpeakEZ Lounge even though I don't frequent it as much these days. I was really sad to see they got rid of the lunch special, but I understand. These times are tough! They also removed the grilled cheese sandwich from the menu completely which was devastating - that was by far my favorite grilled cheese in all of GR! Please bring it back! That said, I went recently for lunch and really enjoyed the Crispy Sister, a grilled ham and swiss sandwich served with a cup of white cheddar mornay dipping sauce - omg yum. Served with chips, it's a hearty lunch. The food menu has definitely evolved a lot since I started coming here and it's not your typical sports bar menu, that's for sure. They have items for vegans and vegetarians, as well as gluten free options. Picky eaters might have a tough time here, but I love all the food I've tried. Their Saturday & Sunday brunch was always a favorite of mine, and I really need to check it out again soon because the new menu looks incredible. They host a yearly Tigers home opener party which I've been to several times, this year's was super fun. They have a stadium menu of brats and hot dogs and cheap beers, and the crowd is lively. Parking can be a bit tricky so you'll want to plan to pay at a metered spot and walk a bit. They're known as the football club bar so they open for early morning football matches! They also have live music and other special events. A cool unique spot in town. read more

SpeakEZ Lounge - Crispy Sister - Lounges Near Me - Grand Rapids, Michigan

Food is decently portioned , served hot and full of flavors around the world! We ordered an American Fuck Yeah foot long dog and a Lewandowski polish kielbasa... Ready, set, go! The USA Fuck Yeah reminds you loosely of a Chicago dog. chili, mustard onions, tomatoes, sport pepper relish (spicy), celery and poppy seeds! The hot is the tiniest one I have never seen (width of my pinky finger). Wonderful flavors fa real. The Lewandowski was a nice sized sausage was topped with excellent sauerkraut, beer cheese, scallions and several lil fried pierogies ... Loved it! The service is friendly but if its swamped, its slow so understand. we came during a soccer match and with great moves, the place was deafeningly LOUD! ALL GOOD FUN!!! I hear they have nice happy Hour with live music... So will return! read more

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Great wait staff, small but flavorful menu, great vibe to the place. Had an early dinner, popular stop for soccer fans. Go Arsenal!

We went to Speak EZ for brunch right when they opened this past Saturday and were seated right away. It wasn't too busy for a Saturday morning. We ordered a little bit of everything, and it was all amazing! I loved the casino royale and the queso burrito. read more

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What a fun evening! The food, music and atmosphere were great! The singer, the night we were there was exceptional!!

My partner and I stopped in there for a drink yesterday after someone recommended it. Amazing experience! Jackson was our bartender and he was the friendliest guy ever! We also met Shway (sp?) and he was so friendly as well. Service was prompt! Honestly, didn't have the best beer selection but it was fine. Cannot wait to go there for brunch! So excited to find this little gem 2 miles from home read more

Met up with a friend here and it was super tasty. It was not very busy at all for a Friday night, so I appreciated that. Our server was very nice and accommodating. I love that you are able to turn any salad into a wrap, and their drink menu was good too! It was dimly lit inside and very loud, but I think that's what you'd expect when you hear the term "speakeasy". This is not a speakeasy in the sense that it has a funny looking door or anything, it is very easy to find. read more

SpeakEZ Lounge - Lounges Near Me - Grand Rapids, Michigan

EM was wonderful, attentive and friendly. hope she is here next time I come. She has a killer smile And a bright personality.

Best place to book intimate events, get a classy cocktail after work, or a great date night & not break the bank! Kindest staff and management always stops by the table too. It was within walking distance to Devos for the symphony & past convention events I attended and keeps winning best brunch spot too. read more

Excellent service and cool soccer atmosphere. We went for my boyfriend's birthday to watch Real Madrid and they put the game on all the screens in our view which was so nice. I'm not a big soccer fan but the food and drinks were SO GOOD that we already have plans to make our way back soon. They're very reasonably priced our bill was under $75 and we each had breakfast as well as a couple of drinks and shots each. My boyfriend said their diet coke was the best he ever had, highly recommend! read more

SpeakEZ Lounge - breakfast shot: jameson and butterscotch with an oj chaser and slice of bacon. Irish Coffee on the left and Cranberry Mimosa on the right. - Lounges Near Me - Grand Rapids, Michigan

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Their food is surprisingly good! Or maybe you shouldn't be surprised. I don't know. But I know I loved what I ate. Stopped in last Saturday to kill some time before the local Broadway show. A dozen or so craft beers on tap backed by a full bar. SpeakEZ claims two apps as specialties, and they both were killer! The curry sliders come unfinished. Stuff the slider buns to your liking. The pork is super flavorful and the pickled veggies lent a great kick. You'll also love the bacon goat cheese dip. Add a couple drinks and you'll easily fill two tummies. Love the laid back atmosphere and friendly staff. I'd go back! Staff were friendly and helpful. read more

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A speak east and a soccer (football) bar - what a combination but it works! Decor is dark and wooden, and the bar is decorated with wines and scarves. For being THE soccer bar in GR I'm surprised there aren't more tvs. They also have a mini stage im assuming for comics and other small shows. The food is delicious! We went for brunch and will definitely be back. Delicious flavors and it was so much food we had leftovers. Only downside was surprise onions in the meal (not an onion fan). Drinks were fanatic as well. Their smoked old fashion ranks in my top 10 of Grand Rapids. Parking is on the street (parallel) and you have to pay unless it's weekends. Service was good. Server apologized for drinks being slow even though we thought they arrived in a perfectly fine manner. Will be back! read more

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There is a parking lot across the street or street parking. Saturday was a free day so we didn't have to pay to park. Short distance from the truck and up the stairs it opens up into a large restaurant/ bar area. This is a soccer bar, sports bar, friendship group activities bar. Lots of TVs, benches and tables. Love the vibe and service. The menu was very vegan friendly but provided meat eater options. All questions were answered and suggestions offered. Our bill was a few dollars over $100 with a tip. We had lavender Fields, cocktail, Margarita cocktail and rum/coke. Crab cakes and the three beef tacos with the blueberry shortcake for dessert. The food was tasty. Definitely get what you pay for. read more

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Went for Brunch and the Lions game. Excellent food, good beers. Very cool spot to watch the game.

We sat down and didn't have our waiter come back for 20 minutes to get our order, so we left.

I took my mom here to celebrate her birthday, it was our first time visiting and we'll definitely be back soon! :) Our waitress Elsie was very knowledgeable on the menu and super helpful with all of our questions, oh and the food was sooo good! read more

It's been a couple years since I had been hear but happy to be back for another delicious brunch. I had a friend in town who has a dairy allergy and this place was super accommodating to her dietary needs and were able to adjust her order accordingly! There was a wait when we got there (Saturday morning around 10:30AM) but we did not wait longer than 20 minutes. I had a mimosa with grapefruit juice and it was delicious though I felt it was a little pricey. For my meal, I got the Casino Royale (sausage patties and cheese between their crème brûlée French toast. Topped with an egg and syrup) and it was literally SO good. It hit the spot in both the sweet and savory direction. I was so pleased with it and would definitely order again. The breakfast potatoes were pretty average but still buttered up and tasty. read more

SpeakEZ Lounge - Casino Royale - Lounges Near Me - Grand Rapids, Michigan

Such a fun soccer bar, a great atmosphere. I got the The Macguffin which the waitress said was the most popular, it was really good! The truck stop omelette also looked good. During the euros they have an around the world menu and the corn on a cob was yummy, I'd check it out. No complaints, service is usually really good. read more

It has been awhile since we last were here but the atmosphere and food was just how we remembered- fantastic. We got there for dinner and we're setting up for some live music (it actually never started while we were there but heard a few practice songs- not bad). Started with bloody Mary's and ordered the bruschetta starter: highly recommend! Our server was Teagan I believe and she was phenomenal, very friendly and fun and light hearted; not imposing but checked in frequently to make sure we were good throughout. The food was great and tasty with lots of flavor. Check out the pictures but the brisket Mac and cheese was very delicious and tried the hot tacos for the contest, they were pretty good but not as filling. This place has a wonderful menu and cozy/intimate atmosphere, would definitely recommend! read more

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The menu selection is spot on and the food will make you want to become a repeat customer. Love the chips and housemade dip! Kath was so sweet and provided great service. We didn't have to wait for anything! Eager to go back and check out Jazz night next time. read more

Don't let the atmosphere fool you. SpeakEZ Lounge is a spot that's super easy to pass by but once you're on, you'll be on! Great service with tasty food and drinks. I've never had one meal that I have not enjoyed here. They love traditional football (aka soccer) here so don't expect anything else to be on the tvs . Weekend brunch is always a winner. They don't take reservations, so plan your day accordingly. read more

Ordered a cup of French onion soup and a side of the falafel cakes. The soup was very flavorful with great umami. Instead of the the usual crouton and Swiss cheese topping, it can with what I'll describe as a folded cheese quesadilla in like a thick phyllo dough instead of tortilla. It was ok, but I prefer the traditional crouton and cheese topping. The falafel cakes were ok. They were pretty thin and a little dry. Probably wouldn't order again: I ordered a side but got the app instead which was $6 more than I was expecting. The server was nice but she didn't write down my or my friend's order. Maybe that was the mix up. The atmosphere reminded me of a established dark bar and grill in Chicago or some urban setting which is a plus in my book. They have a pretty extensive menu, and I would come back again to try something different. read more

SpeakEZ Lounge - Falafel cakes - Lounges Near Me - Grand Rapids, Michigan

This was my first visit back in a couple of years and I went to try the new lunch menu. I ordered the paratha tacos (one beef and one chorizo). It came with a side of sauce, a chopped pico salsa, cilantro rice and a side of birria dipping broth in a cup. The tacos reminded me of a quesadilla- a light crisp outside, folded in half and stuffed with meat and cheese. I opened up the taco and added salsa and sauce - it was delicious! I tried dipping, but it was difficult to dip without toppings falling out. I gave 4 out of 5 stars mainly due to how long it took for our food to come out. I could tell that they had made lunch fresh, so that was good. I just think for what it was, it should have been quicker. My friend got the falafel appetizer and a cup of soup- she also liked her meal. read more

SpeakEZ Lounge - Paratha tacos - Lounges Near Me - Grand Rapids, Michigan

Pretty standard food. It wasn't outstanding but filled me up for the evening and the service was really good. Workers were super friendly and fast! The ambiance was dark and just reminded me of a typical bar. read more

I had an extremely disappointing experience at this restaurant. After paying my bill and leaving a tip, one of the employees actually sent me a message on Venmo complaining that the tip wasn't enough. This was not only unprofessional but also made me feel very uncomfortable. Customers should never be pressured or harassed outside of the restaurant over gratuity. Dining out should be about good food and service. I'm sorry I wasn't able to tip to your satisfaction. You never really know what other people are going through. The service, ambiance and food were great but , this was straight up harassment. read more

Speak EZ is still a very solid brunch spot; serving up great food with veggie/vegan options, $5 mimosas and staffed with lovely folks. Kat was delightful today and made sure we were taken care of, she added to the experience for sure :) The traditional OJ mimosas were perfect, not too sweet and exactly what we wanted. For a $1 upcharge you can choose grapefruit, pineapple or cranberry-pom. Also, this is located just outside of downtown which makes for very easy parking (a ton of street options)! read more

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stuuuuuuuupid. this is not a speak ez it's a joke bloke! I'll go 2 ding dings because they had food. they did not, however, have ladies. dogs maybe, but not lovely ladies. if I want a pet I'll go to the shelter. read more

What can I say but excellent every time!!!! Attentive, great food and great football coverage on the screens.

Came in for Sunday Brunch after the Bridge Run. The menu looked promising and it really delivered! The Pulled Pork Eggs Benedict is served on jalapeño cornbread and it is inspired. The Blueberry French toast is made out of a fried long John and had a nice lemon zest as well. Just outstanding plates. Also, side note, we had a large group (16) and our server was absolutely fantastic. Cannot recommend this place enough! read more

SpeakEZ Lounge - Blueberry Donut French Toast - Lounges Near Me - Grand Rapids, Michigan

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Great service. Drinks are strong... but not balanced. Good prices. Loved the dip. Slightly disappointed that the grilled chicken I added to my salad was cold. My friend's "roasted" Brussels sprouts were def reheated in the microwave. They were mushy. I think the food is good, but maybe the kitchen is cutting some corners in the back. I'd give it another try. That dip was like crack. read more

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SERVICE: 5 FOOD QUALITY: 3 DRINK QUALITY: 5 ORDER TIME: 5 AESTHETICS: 4 NOISE LEVEL: 5 MENU SELECTION: 5 OVERALL EXPERIENCE: 4.57 Went in on jazz night Sunday for music and drinks. I'm a fan of jazz and it is very hard to find quality live jazz. We were also surprised with a Jimi Hendrix vocalist that had an amazing sound. The bar had a traditional speak easy feel and the employees were dressed the part too. Our service was amazing and the drinks were even better. I ordered the Greek chicken rolls which were mediocre, and the flourless cake which was a little too fluffy for me. I ordered the doom of Valyria which was smoky and packed full of flavor. The drink was amazing, and the presentation was the same. If you're a whisky drinker then this is your drink. This is definitely going to be my Sunday hang out spot for as long as I live in Grand Rapids unless there is a better jazz bar in town. Overall my review is much higher due to my love for jazz. The atmosphere is amazing. The drinks are delicious. The food I tried wasn't that great. I recommend eating before going to the bar unless there is an item on the menu that someone can recommend for my future visits. read more

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A great place to eat and drink during soccer or football games. Happy hour specials well. Good options are varied but tasty and creative. Servers are friendly, knowledgeable, and cater to your tastes. Place is a bit dark but adds to the experience. read more

We came here for a special event put on by the four lads. This was a celebration of Anthony Bourdain. We came on a Sunday night after the restaurants regular hours. The menu was set with drink pairings. We started with homemade blue cheese crackers and bone marrow aioli. So delicious. The amuse Bouche was wagyu beef and a fondant potato, an ode to his love of French food. Such a yummy bite, the potato was cooked perfectly and the sauce was really interesting and unique. It used hard boiled eggs instead of regular ones. The seafood trifecta was excellent, we loved every bite. The salt cod on a toast with beans and tomato salad was my favorite! The green curry risotto was so yummy. The pork was seasoned and cooked well. It came with four different sauces. The espagnole was our favorite but they were all so good! The dessert was fine, I wanted more tobacco flavor. This is the kind of food we've been searching for in Grand Rapids, really inventive and interesting and so good. I'm looking forward to them hosting more of these, we will definitely be attending! read more

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