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Best Restaurants in Midtown Grand Rapids

11 restaurants in Midtown

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Kaffeine Place - Bar & Restaurant

The military ramen and goat cheese bread are pulling repeat customers back to this Korean-fusion cafe on Michigan St. Expect ramen, rice bowls, Korean hotdogs, bulgogi burritos, and a full coffee menu with seasonal drinks like blueberry crumble Chai. Everything is made to order, so build in a little time.

Japanese

Ginza Sushi & Ramen Bar

★ 4.6(1,808)· $$

The sushi boat draws a crowd, and the tuna jalapeño poppers are the right call to start. Friday nights mean a 45-minute wait, so make a reservation. The Pear of Agave cocktail and ube cheesecake round out a meal that earns the repeat visits.

Pizza

Martha's Pizza

★ 4.6(293)· $

The margherita pizza, whole basil sprigs and all, is the place to start. Martha's runs a thin but sturdy crust, and the garlic oil-based Webster with roasted garlic and pine nuts is worth a separate visit. Call ahead during the weekday dinner rush (4-8 PM), or swing by for a slice on your own schedule. Gluten-free crust is available.

American

Glass House

★ 4.6(221)

The pulled pork tater tots have their own fan club, and the wings get similar praise. Glass House runs a full bar with margaritas made with fresh lime juice, and the late-night crowd seems to know this. Music skews loud, the seating is mostly high-top, and the bar area stays clean and active.

American

7 Monks Taproom Grand Rapids

★ 4.5(1,011)· $$

The bacon jam burger with a fried egg gets repeat mentions, and the Monday smash burger at $10 is a genuine deal. Pretzel bites with jalapeno honey mustard and 50 taps round out a bar menu that takes food seriously. Loud music, wood seating, and a crowd that's there to stay a while.

American

Birch Lodge

★ 4.5(882)· $

The BLT gets called out specifically, loaded with bacon, and the draft beer selection keeps regulars coming back. Touch tunes on the jukebox and a genuine dive-bar atmosphere round things out. Free taco nights happen, though the hard shells reportedly run softer than the soft shells.

American

The Friesian Gastro Pub

★ 4.5(475)· $$

Fried ribs and truffle frites are the draws here, and the rooftop seating fills up fast with groups. The Friesian runs slightly upscale on price but handles dietary restrictions well, with gluten-free and dairy-free options that reviewers call genuinely easy to navigate. Mocktails get their own attention, which makes this work for mixed-age tables.

Italian

Palio Grand Rapids

★ 4.4(1,090)· $$

The tableside parmesan wheel on the fettuccine is the draw at Palio, a sit-down Italian spot on Michigan St with validated parking and reservation availability. Groups of 8 have been seated without much fuss, and a happy hour selection gets a mention. Service pace is inconsistent, and some dishes run underseasoned, so order strategically.

American

Taco Borracho

★ 4.4(1,035)· $$

Taco Borracho pulls off a party of 14 without breaking a sweat, and the staff's ability to split individual orders cleanly is the kind of thing that earns repeat customers. The green salsa that comes with the tacos outshines the house chips-and-salsa by a wide margin. Live music nights add a layer of noise and energy that not everyone will want, but the tacos deliver on flavor.

American

Bob's Sports Bar

★ 4.3(617)· $

The 1/3 lb. Whiskey Burger and PBR on draft tell you everything you need to know about Bob's. Looks worn from the outside, but the bar is lively on game days and prices stay cheap. Reviewers mention an outdoor area worth watching for in warmer months.

Sandwiches

Grand Coney

★ 4.2(3,181)· $

The supreme skillet and Chicago basket (two Chicago-style dogs with chips for $10) are the moves at this 24-hour diner on Michigan St. Breakfast runs all day, the coffee refills are constant, and the retro atmosphere lands somewhere between old-school Coney Island and Waffle House. Open every hour of every day.

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Midtown is a Grand Rapids neighborhood with 11 listed restaurants. The most common cuisines among Midtown restaurants are American, Korean, and Japanese. Listed restaurants in Midtown have an average diner rating of 4.5 out of 5.

Frequently asked questions

What are the best restaurants in Midtown, Grand Rapids?

Our top editorial picks in Midtown are Kaffeine Place - Bar & Restaurant, Ginza Sushi & Ramen Bar, and Martha's Pizza. Rankings consider review quality, popularity, and recent diner activity.

How many restaurants are in Midtown?

11 restaurants in Midtown are listed in The Grand Rapids Restaurant Guide.

What types of food are popular in Midtown?

The most common cuisines in Midtown are American, Korean, and Japanese.

What's the average rating of Midtown restaurants?

Listed restaurants in Midtown have an average diner rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.