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.

Came for the most amazing performance by comedian, Alok!…read more The Pyramid Scheme is a fun retro take on a dive bar known for their great shows, pinball machines and (somewhat) reasonably priced drinks. The staff may seem rough on the outer edges, but they are all actually teddy bears once you get to know them. Usually shows are standing room only, which is a drag if you are old like me and opt not to wear orthotics. Luckily, the 9 pm encore show was seated. My old bones appreciated this. Now look below as I'm fangirling in the attached photos! I absolutely adore Alok and their courage to humorously challenge the gender binary and systematically poke holes in the patriarchal system that comprises The USA.

i have been attending the Pyramid Scheme for years now. I absolutely love all of the staff and they…read morereally become like friends and family after constantly seeing them when attending shows. The lineups are often pretty diverse, now offering more local music and the addition of more free events to bring together the community. They've added vintage nights, trivia, and free pinball days which I think is a very important and necessary community good. The venue has a front half with a bar, pinball cabinets, and even some outdoor seating. The back hosts the concert venue with interior bar, seating, and elevated stage. I'm allergic to alcohol so I can't speak to the drinks nor the prices but they have free water jugs readily available which is a lifesaver during shows and is just such a small, nice feature to have access to. I definitely would recommend coming here for a concert, finding some new local music, or establishing a new hang out for your friends.

Everyone seemed to enjoy! Smashburger, fish tacos, crab cake, and apple Brie grilled cheese were…read moreall a hit.

Awww this was our last dinner in Grand Rapids we walked here from our hotel, it was close no…read moreproblem! The atmosphere was perfect for us to relax and talk, upscale but comfortable I would say! The food was pretty good, the Fries Brussel sprouts needed to cook for like another 10 minutes, to me they were served almost uncooked, but I like mine crispy, but besides that, everything else was good! Loved the apple cake at the end!

Amazing Service and Great Drinks!…read more After a really disappointing experience at a bar called Stella's nearby, we decided to check out The Apartment Lounge, and it turned out to be the best decision of the night! When we mentioned the poor service we received at Stella's, the staff at The Apartment Lounge immediately apologized on their behalf (even though it wasn't their fault!) and went above and beyond to make sure we had a great time. The atmosphere was welcoming, the drinks were so much better than what we had at Stella's, and the service was exceptional. Special shout out to Matty, our bartender, who was not only friendly and attentive but also mixed up some incredible cocktails! They completely turned our night around. Highly recommend The Apartment Lounge for anyone looking for great vibes and excellent service! They even gave us popcorn and candy. So that's a definite win! lol

Always a fun vibe. Music and videos playing. Great pour on the drinks. Bartenders and always…read moresmiling and popcorn always popping!

Food starters are delicious as hummus is! Beer supports a…read moreGildas Club family used She is Native and my muse Live from New York beer T o G o drinks too Veggies in hummus are cool colors soft pita bread Service was pleasant attentive very satisfied Ambience was ok- used my head phones Watched the Fever BB. Horse Race and girls softball

There's no hostess for tables so it's a free for all for seating and meals. Once we found a spot to…read moresit for drinks, they were good. It was difficult to get a refill though since the line to get drinks was probably 15+ patrons deep so I'd recommend double fisting. Food was okay. The roast beef sandwich had good flavor, but definitely was skimpy on the roast beef. I did get a beer for $1.5 with purchase though. My wife's gluten free cheeseburger was good. Fun atmosphere and ambiance Second time back and the Cuban was good!

We were in from out of town and looking for something to do near our hotel…read more Looks small when you first walk in, but is a great time! The workers were very friendly and drinks were good. There are also free games in the back area.

Definitely over hyped. $50 for mini golf and two drinks is a little crazy to me. Especially only…read morebeing 9 holes. Wasn't really impressed. The google reviews made it sound like this place was amazing

Fun place to go on a night out with friends! Drinks can be expensive but the dj always plays great…read moresongs!

Amazing hospitality, we thought we would never be able to leave, at least not with our faces…read moreintact. lol. Such a fun night, highly recommend!

Very friendly bartenders and a relaxed atmosphere. We had the loaded fries and chicken wings and…read morewere very happy with both. They have an interesting sauce they put on their fries thats really good!

We visited HopCat as a walk-in on a busy evening around 5:30, and the wait time was a bit over an…read morehour, which was totally understandable with several events happening downtown. Luckily, I was able to snag a reservation for 6:45, so we found a few things to do nearby while we waited. Once we returned, we were seated upstairs, which I actually prefer. It's noticeably less crowded and quieter than the main floor, making for a more relaxed experience. The menu offers a great variety, and their draft list is especially impressive for beer lovers. This time, I ordered one of their meal deals with mac and cheese, along with pretzels and beer cheese. Portion-wise, it did feel a bit small, but for the price of the deal, it made sense. That said, the flavor was a bit underwhelming. The mac and cheese and beer cheese dip both lacked that rich, cheesy taste I was expecting. The mac and cheese also had quite a bit of topping/breading, and the sauce was fairly loose, almost soupy in consistency. Since this was my first time ordering it, I'm not sure if that's typical. Overall, it's still a great downtown spot that offers something for everyone. The service was prompt and helpful, which definitely added to the experience.