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    The Alibi Bar & Grill

    4.3 (62 reviews)
    ModerateBars, Russian, American
    Closed 11:00 am - 10:00 pm
    Updated 2 months ago

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    What's the vibe?
    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Good for kids
    Happy hour specials

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    Vickie P.

    After visiting Ionia for the Hippie Festival at the fairgrounds, I wanted to stay in town to eat dinner before heading home. Was happy to find they had an Alibi here as I've ate at others in the past. They had an outdoor patio which I would normally take advantage of, but Saturday it was way too hot. So we sat inside and it was nice & cool. We had an awesome server-Sidney. She was so bubbly and prompt, knowledgeable about menu. We both ordered the chicken strips and fries. "Arnold Palmers" to drink. Liked the fact that the fries were included with the strips. The strips looked different than I've ever had before, so wasn't sure looking at them, but they were good. Loved the fries. Even had a choice of applesauce or cole slaw with it! (All for $10.95) People coming and going. Attentive staff. Worth checking out when in the area!

    Mrs. Chutney with sweet potato fries and honey mustard
    Sandi W.

    I love this place. This visit (during the pandemic) my husband got the shrimp basket and I got the Mrs. Chutney with sweet potato fries. Mrs. Chutney was just as good as she usually is and the sweet potato fries did not disappoint, they are some of the best I have ever had. My husband enjoyed his shrimp too. I was super impressed when we were met at the door by a gal that was taking temperatures. It looked like she had a box of masks to hand out too, but I didn't pay close attention to that because I had my own. The tables were all spaced to maintain social distancing and were void of any condiments unless you asked for them. All of the staff had on face coverings and they were worn properly. Service was super speedy and friendly. I can't wait to go back. During this pandemic they have special days and hours that they are open so you might want to call in advance before you go. We ended up going on a Friday night at around seven and we got immediate seating.

    The beautiful Hopslam beer from Bells brewing in this exquisite tulip glass.

    Foods pretty good and the drinks match. Nice atmosphere and not too much noise all around decent bar

    Schnitzel more like chicken fried steak. Nice and crunchy outside fair gravy. Not very European tasting

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    Lola and her Mom are the best duo! Good food and good service! We had a great experience.

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    100% love this place. It's my happy place. Food interest, staff amazing, fun decor. Try this place... worth it every time :)

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    4 years ago

    Some of the best food in Ionia. Service is the best in town. Recommend the drink specials!!

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    Great food and atmosphere. Been going there for three years. Always pleased with the food and service.

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    The only time ive ever had a perfectly cooked burger in this town superb and the service was excellent

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    5 years ago

    Best place in Ionia to eat. Off the beaten path but worth finding. We always split the fish basket with extra sweet potato fries.

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    Surprising great find right outside Ionia. Good homemade food in a quaint remodeled place.

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    We had a large group of 8. We did appetizers sorry I didn't take photos. The river rocks were…read moreamazing! Boneless wings, flat breads. I had the chicken sandwich and others had the chicken parm, burritos and chicken fingers. Katie was our waitress she was super sweet and did a great job for it being her first week there!!!

    What a great find! I was traveling for work in E Lansing, and have a rule of visiting Small Town…read moreUSA, mom & pop type of places for dinner when I can. I chose River House Grill this trip since it was a beautiful night, and on the water. While getting off the interstate and heading in to town, I noticed this eerie presence, nothing was open, signs were dark, stop lights not working... I got to River House and a few regulars were still milling around the bar, I was told they were closed due to a power outage throughout the entire city. After some conversation, they said if I had cash, I could still buy a beer (always carry cash!). The regulars moved on, and I was finishing my drink when the power comes back on! The owner Mike had already sent most of his staff home, as the estimated power restoration was well beyond their normal operating hours, but he said he would turn the fryers back on, and start the pizza oven since I was there. I told him he didn't have to and I would head back to East Lansing, but he insisted, at this point I was the only one in the place! Ordered a pizza, and boy was it delish! By the time my pizza had arrived, a few others had managed to come in and fill up the place! Thanks to Mike, Jen (bartender) and the staff who stayed! I can't wait to come back and try the rest of the menu, and see the renovations next time I'm in the area! Cheers!

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