This is a great place for brunch in downtown Bay City. They have live music and a classic…read moreMichigan menu. I ordered the walleye/smelt platter and I could tell it was fresh from the lake.

I have been wanting to check out this place since I moved from San Diego, CA a couple years ago. My…read morehusband decided he wanted to celebrate his bday there so we finally went. I ordered the pork belly bbq and being that I have enjoyed a lot of pork belly dishes in CA, I was really excited to try it out here! However, once I got it...the mashed potatoes were really bland, it look like a baked potato was just smashed on the plate. No seasoning or butter. The pork belly looked like it came out of an air fryer, and while it was cooked nicely, it was not worth over $20.00. My husband and daughter's food looked decent, but was not seasoned very well. The servers who helped us didn't seem to communicate because there was a mix up and they had forgotten my daughter's meal. She just sat here for 15-20 minutes after we got our food. On a good note- the restaurant is really pretty to dine in and I love the wide open space with natural light coming through.

The bartender was amazing, such a nice spot! The ambiance was amazing and it felt so comfortable…read moreand cozy, while also having the elegant 1920's feel.

This place is absolutely awesome! The BEST coffee espresso I have ever had. The other cocktails…read morewere just as amazing and we took a tour around the menu.

OMG! It might be the best pesto we have ever tasted. Our Food and Service were both fantastic. I…read morewish I lived closer so I could come back here again. The decor is delightful.

Lunch service is slow even when no customers. Food is marginal. Prices are high. Interior is dark,…read moreold, and depressing. Not recommended for lunch.

Fantastic cocktails and mocktails! Really loved the krampus. Also appreciated that they could…read moreessentially make majority of cocktails into a tasty mocktail. Would come back in a heartbeat

Nicely dimmed lounge with a variety of seating for different group sizes. Drinks were expertly…read morecrafted. The drink menu is extensive - huge selection of Bourbons. Service is attentive ** note: there is no food service or snacks that we observed

My friend Olivia and I went to Obstacle No. 1 recently for an after dinner drink. Definitely make…read morereservations online as it's a small space. It's next door to their sister restaurant, Lovejoy. Walking in, the space is very dimly lit with a nice bar and some cozy seating. We were directed to a couch and a couple of low chairs. The menu is organized into different "chapters," with different themes for each chapter. They also have beer, wine, spirit-free options, and a spirits list. I wanted something fun, so I chose the Don the Beachcomber, a rum-based tiki cocktail that is flamed tableside. My friend got the Obstacle No. 1, which is a bourbon drink that they smoke at your table. Very theatrical and fun! These drinks were $20+ so pretty pricey, but worth it for a fun occasion. We had a nice time just relaxing and catching up. I would say it's not a great spot for a large group, but definitely a fun date night place. They have a small food menu of offerings from the restaurant next door that sounded tasty. We had just eaten but I'd be interested in their small plates. I'm so glad I got to experience this place. It feels like you're transported to a secret speakeasy when you enter!

We visited this really cute speakeasy on a Friday night, excited to check out the space after…read moresecuring a 10:00pm reservation. We arrived at 9:45pm and were seated at a cute, cozy little couch and table setup. The hostess handed us both a drink menu and a separate food menu. Looking through it, I was thrilled to see quite an expansive cocktail list broken down by "chapters," as well as several small snack options clearly marked with a gluten-free (GF) label. Unfortunately, the experience was a bit disappointing once we tried to order. Despite the online hours stating the venue closes at 11:00pm our server informed us that the kitchen was already closed. There is no indication online of what time the kitchen closes, and it was incredibly disappointing to be handed a dedicated food menu by the hostess only to be told moments later we couldn't order anything. When I asked our server for recommendations and which specific cocktails were gluten-free, she mentioned she was new and had to go check. She returned about 10 minutes later, only to give a vague answer that "most drinks were gluten-free" without offering an actual recommendation or helpful suggestion. My husband ended up ordering a non-alcoholic drink, but between the kitchen confusion and the lackluster service, I opted not to get anything at all. It's a cool venue with a lot of potential, but they should put their kitchen hours online and better train their staff on the menu.

The book case. It's the key to it all…read more And by it all I mean I wonderful little secret speakeasy, tucked away and filled with great drinks, priced pretty much on point with most bars nowadays. They have a decent bourbon list, but I wouldn't mind a few more choices, although once again the pricing was very good. It is bright and clean on the bar side, and it has a lounge area that a touch more intimate. Very well done. Will be visiting again.

Barely a speakeasy. Drink was not professional at all. Glad to get a good amount of alcohol but not…read moreall like that.

We were visiting friends and they heard this place was cute but hard to get into. We took a chance…read moreand luck was on our side. It was a Saturday around 9p and we got the last table. **Reservations are recommended** the space is very small and intimate with only 4 tables. We met the bartender who curated the menu. Each cocktail was designed with intention and he took a lot of pride in them. Would definitely go back! Granda sue was our fav!

This place is awesome. We came here because it was rated high on Yelp and I can see why. The drinks…read morewere well crafted and thoughtful. The staff were fun and engaged with us all night. If you are in Grand Rapids, take a night and sit at the bar, and ask for a Dead Lady drink. You will have a great night.

I Don't Care is a speakeasy tucked inside the Amway that leans hard into the hidden-bar concept…read more There are no signs and you need to put a code on the key pad outside to get in, and the only way to get that code is by signing up for their mailing list. That said, it is pretty painless. You can sign up on the spot and the email with the code comes through within minutes, so it does not slow things down too much. They offer outdoor seating even in the winter, and while it is technically heated, you will still need a coat. It was cold enough that we chose to sit inside instead, but the interior was also chilly. Every time the door to the patio opened, a draft of cold air rushed in, which made the space feel colder than expected. The drinks are on the expensive side, but the quality mostly backs up the price. I ordered the Donna's Kiss and it was absolutely worth it, very well made and delicious. My friend had a Moscato that was sweet and easy to drink. We also ended up getting two free shots of tequila because they liked our vibes , which was a nice and unexpected bonus! Definitely a great move on their behalf because it just goes to show that the staff there were super welcoming and that makes me want to come back (probably when it's warmer!!).

Came in for the first stop of the night on Saturday 10/4/25 around 6pm…read more There wasn't a wait nor was it full. We were sat right away at a tall table with a great view of the street. Our server was very nice, she was busy but we didn't wait too long. No bar nuts - and as the only food on the menu I was disappointed because I'm starving. But it's no big deal. Happy to finally check this place out after walking by it SO many times and trying to figure out how to get here! Thank you to @emilyingrandrapids for the info!

My favorite Traverse City restaurant hands- down. We make it a point to come here every trip up…read morenorth and they are always incredibly kind. Last night, my son's flight was delayed and despite being packed, they were gracious enough to shift our reservations am hour later. And the food!!!! Always spectacular, and I get excited, to try their daily specials. We go nuts over their sweet breads or veal brains. None of these was on the menu last night. Instead, we had foie gras,, tuna carpacio, that was somehow unique, and the best we'd ever had, wagyu bavarette, octopus, and tiramisu. All set in the former TC asylum, with burrows and stone walls-- lots of nooks that make the busy place still feel intimate. Can't wait for the next visit!

I had a chance to try some food from here. Fried asparagus is amazing. I had never tried burrata, I…read moreget the hype now. Bruschetta - not to be missed, it's tasty. Main course- poultry was delicious, and risotto was 10,000x better than any I have attempted at home. Cannoli- super! Service - no complaints. Ambiance - have you seen the Commons? There's atmosphere galore.