Love this place! I've now been to the Grand Rapids location multiple times, and I keep coming back…read morefor a reason. It's a cozy little space on Michigan Street with takeout, pick-up and dine-in options. The food is great and the service has always been very friendly. I've sampled multiple menu items and have not had a bad one yet. While the French Dip and Italian Bomber are good, I have been gravitating towards their burgers, which are exceptional. My boys and I have tried over 40 places for burgers in the GR area, and this is one of our very favorites. The Pickle Poppers and Truffle Fries are tasty sides and the 'Pickle Dippin' Sauce' is quite addictive.

Good LORD this place knocked my socks off. After hearing my vegetarian girlfriend RAVE about their…read moregrilled cheese, I finally gave in and decided to give The Toasted Pickle a shot. And by god, was I impressed. It's a small little sandwich shop off of Michigan Ave that has seating for maaaybe 20 people. I ordered the spicy chicken sandwich to go, and when I got home to open my box, my jaw dropped. These guys put not one, but TWO mf chicken breast cutlets on this poor, poor bun. Topped with delicious house made pickles (their namesake), a fresh and tangly slaw, and a spicy oily sauce, this thing was a behemoth. And for, like, $15?? This is two meals for the average person. My only complaint was that the bun simply could not shoulder the monstrous burden of what it contained. Additionally, dude the fries are phenomenal. And they absolutely LOAD you up. Get the truffle upcharge, it's worth it I promise. I have been a Two Beards fan for the better part of the past 15 years, but man, in terms of value, The Toasted Pickle takes the cake. I can't wait to experience whatever else these guys are whipping up behind the counter.

Great local bakery. Wide selection of pastries, cakes, pies and cookies. They have 50% off day old…read moreitems if you get there early and some coffee (limited). We had cranberry rhubarb pie with crumble crust, chocolate chip cookies and blueberry muffins. All were great!

One of my fave spots in Grand Rapids. Their baked goods are so insanely addicting. No matter what…read moreyou try, it's bound to be amazing. They do some limited holiday themed desserts, have their everyday offerings like different flavors of croissants, breads, cupcakes, cookies, cake pops and sooo much more including sandwiches also! The people working the counter are always so friendly! I always have a pleasant conversation with them. Some of my faves include their chocolate cupcakes, carrot cake (which is gluten free!) and their biscoff cronut. I try to get something new to me every time I'm there. They have a nice large parking lot so there is typically no trouble parking and people are coming and going quite quickly. Pricing is very fair for the quality you get. This will always be my go to bakery :)

Normally this is my go-to spot on a chilly day. It's close to home and always have so many options…read more I've never had a soup here I didn't love and the staff are all friendly. They will let you try samples in store if you ask. I recently tried their new summer menu and while the picnic burger was delicious, I expected it to be a bit larger for the price (it was on a slider bun). The Hawaiian mac salad was tasty, but was a little heavy handed on the red onion for my own personal preference. I will for sure be trying some other things on their picnic menu, but honestly looking forward to the fall hoping that they will switch back to their regular menu with soup and grilled cheese. I support whatever helps them stay open since I assume soup isn't the most popular option come July and heat waves!

I was craving a grilled cheese and some soup recently so I ordered a pickup order from Uncle…read moreCheetah's Soup Shop. Their menu includes 10+ different soups each day, as well as several sandwiches and some salads. I ordered the garage sale: white cheddar, fresh mozz, rosemary goat mousse, havarti, and swiss on challah. I also got the steak and mushroom soup and the snert soup for Nate. When I arrived my order was waiting for me - it was nicely packaged and secure so everything was safely contained for my short drive home. The sandwich wasn't very melty, I ended up heating it up in a pan myself which helped. It was super tasty, though! I love the combination of cheeses. The steak and mushroom soup was really good, with chunks of meat in a creamy broth. The snert soup was very salty! The menu description indicated the snert soup should have sausage or kielbasa in it, but we didn't notice any. The restaurant itself is pretty small with limited seating, but I'd probably just order there next time. You can also get samples.

Boardwalk subs is quickly becoming one of my favorite lunch spots. The subs are scrumptious and can…read morebe built a-la-cart. I have yet to try a soup still. Service is top tier. Everyone is very attentive and friendly. Even dying lunch rush hour, the food came out quick and the staff kept a great attitude. Take advantage of their daily deals/promotions. Also, They have have just finished remodeling this location!

Stopped on for the first time for lunch today around 3:00 in the afternoon. There were two patrons…read morein front of me, which I was glad about, so I could look over the vast board and extensive menu. There are so many delicious choices! Decisions, decisions, decisions... hmmmm. I ordered the #4 Italian, and it did not disappoint! Layered with meats and cheese with toppings of your choice, then comes the dressings. Oh my! This sub, I'm telling you, was so big and yummy. I will be eating it for three meals, no kidding. The service was impeccable! The young man making my sandwich was a new employee, and his trainer was patient, kind, and helpful. The restaurant's atmosphere is fun and laid back, with clean seating out front. There is ample parking right out front. If you are hungry and looking to fill that growling in your tummy with yummy, THIS is the place for you!

Some of the merchants at the Downtown Market are offering a $15 or less lunch combo for the month…read moreof June, so I got the deal at Rudy's Sub Shop: a Rudy sized sub, chips, and bottled drink for $15. I chose the Rudy's favorite (provolone, ham, and salami), and added all the fixings: lettuce, onion, tomato, seasoning, oil, and vinegar. They sliced the meat right in front of me and it was super quick to get my order, which was appreciated on a lunch break. I got a diet root beer from the fridge (don't forget to use their bottle opener to open your drink) and grabbed a bag of chips. The sub was probably about 5" and was a good sized portion for me for lunch. They also have a "mom" size and a "dad" size, but I don't know what those look like, I wish they put actual measurements or even approximations. The bread was soft and a little soggy from the oil and vinegar, but it was flavorful and everything was fresh. I would definitely order from Rudy's Sub Shop again - they also have soup or you can get any sandwich as a gluten free wrap!

Your pop shop is overpriced. Over crowded and your staff are the rudest individuals…read more Never again. Save your money. It's old tasteless pop that you can get cheaper at Cracker Barrel, Mission BBQ and a bunch of other spots

Perfect little breakfast spot to fuel ourselves before we hit up the antique stores around the…read morecorner! Staff was incredibly friendly and attentive. The space itself was clean and inviting. The food was great-- the tiramisu cappuccino was ammmmmmmazing. My wife ordered the chorizo wrap-- she loved it. And I had the breakfast sandwich. The only "eh" was the bread was just so heavy for the sandwich. BUT, those side potatoes were epic. But aside from that, com hungry and definitely check them out!

Food was good, a tad bit bland but I think that's a Michigan thing can always find something …read more Unique here which I like. Was a little disappointed the friend I was eating with was given attitude when questioning gluten free items ( she actually does have an allergy) but overall I would say The service was decent. Not a place I would drive to but would stop In if I was in the area.

When I think of 2000s deli nostalgia, Schnitz's is it. You walk in the back doors by a huge butcher…read morecounter and you get transported back to 2002. I got the ranchers roast beef on an onion roll. You could tell the best was freshly cooked, and it was PACKED with meat. The ladies at the counter were so sweet and helped me pick some options that would be great for my first time. You can tell this is a place where locals frequent. Everyone who walked in seemed to know who was working at the counter. Stop in here for a cozy winter soup/sandwich combo!

The Schnitz is my FAVORITE lunch spot!!! Great selections and I really love the Texas & Lime cakes.read more

hands-down, the best BLT with avocado I've ever had in my whole life. The homemade chips were so…read moregood too 100 out of 10 stars.

I saw Jayson D's review of this place and it looked so good that I went the very same day. I love a…read moregood deli, so I'm happy I got the inspiration to stop in. When I walked in, the place was packed. It's a small space, and it was bustling around 1 pm. I was noticed by a kind employee who let me sit at a cozy booth. The menu is huge and includes tons of sandwiches, burgers, wraps, and salads. It was tough to choose but I went with the Irish reuben (grilled pastrami, corned beef, bacon, sauerkraut, swiss cheese, thousand island on marble rye). Sandwiches come with chips, or you can upgrade to fries (regular, sweet potato, or Southwestern dipping fries) - I went with the Southwestern dipping fries, which are seasoned potato wedges. My food came out quickly and I was amazed at the large portions. It was a full basket of fries and a sandwich that would equal two full sandwiches elsewhere. The sandwich was super hot and delicious and packed with meat. I think it's one of the tastiest reubens I've had in awhile. The fries were good, but I think I prefer regular fries. Glad I got to try them, though. They have a daily special where a specific item is discounted, which makes it an affordable option for lunch. I was there on a Tuesday so the special was a spicy fried chicken sandwich or wrap for $12 served with chips or fries. That's a great deal! I will definitely be back for one of their specials. The employees I interacted with were all very friendly and kind and working really hard. I always appreciate good customer service and I found that here. Finally, they serve beer and wine, so if you want a drink with lunch, that is an option as well. The only downside is the small dining area, so I wouldn't say it's great for large groups, and they are only open Monday through Friday for lunch. Luckily I have a flexible schedule, so I'll be back for lunch again soon!