Grand Rapids Restaurants

Q: Are restaurants open for dining?

>Restaurants , >breweries , >distilleries , >cideries and >coffeehouses and other food & drink establishments are closed for indoor service from December 21, 2020 - January 15, 2021. Guests can still take advantage of outdoor seating and carryout/delivery service . We encourage you to check with an establishment directly to confirm hours of operation, takeout services, and outdoor dining availability. View More Details

Two unique factors make Grand Rapids dining extra special: We're located in the middle of one of the world's best growing regions. And we're home to one of America's finest culinary schools. The result is an astonishing variety of fresh, farm-to-table cuisine for every taste and budget - downtown, around town and along the lakeshore.

The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services has updated its epidemic order, pausing indoor restaurant service from December 21 - January 15. During this period, many restaurants continue to serve guests through outdoor dining and carryout/delivery service. We encourage you to check with an establishment directly to confirm hours of operation, takeout services, and outdoor dining availability.

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Dine-In Restaurants

Grand Rapids-area eateries are reopening their doors to serve diners on premise! Search our list of restaurants and make your dining plans today!

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Carryout & Delivery

Many local eateries offer carryout and delivery services that let you enjoy delicious, chef-made meals whenever and wherever you like. Check out your options!

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Frequently Asked Questions

Are masks required in Grand Rapids?

Yes, Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) epidemic orders requires that face coverings be worn inside and also outside where social distancing is not possible. Click here for more information.

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Are restaurants open for dining?

Restaurants, breweries, distilleries, cideries and coffeehouses and other food & drink establishments are closed for indoor service from December 21, 2020 - January 15, 2021. Guests can still take advantage of outdoor seating and carryout/delivery service. We encourage you to check with an establishment directly to confirm hours of operation, takeout services, and outdoor dining availability.

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What safety guidelines are restaurants following?

The Kent County Health Department has developed very specific health and safety guidelines for foodservice businesses to follow, building on advice and input from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, National Restaurant Association, Michigan Restaurant and Lodging Association, and West Michigan COVID-19 Business Coalition.

Many local restaurants have signed on to the Michigan Restaurant Promise, which spells out their commitment to guests—including daily staff wellness checks, spacing tables at least six feet apart, implementing CDC-approved cleaning and sanitizing protocols, and more. In return, these eateries request that guests adhere to certain safety measures, including staying home if you feel sick, wearing a face mask when not at your table, and maintaining proper social distance. Click here for a list of Michigan Restaurant Promise members.

Do restaurants offer carryout and delivery options?

Yes. Many eateries expanded their takeout operations when in-person dining was restricted, and they continue to offer this service as a convenience to customers. Search our carryout/delivery listings for restaurants throughout the region.

Check our Food in Grand Rapids page for tips on favorite restaurants, farm markets, craft breweries, wine bars and more.

Don't miss our annual Restaurant Week celebration - the area's best eateries offer special menus at reduced prices. If you have a taste for our craft beer scene, you'll want to explore our Cool Brews. Hot Eats. promotion - where area restaurants and breweries create special meals with beer or pair meals with beer!

Restaurants in Michigan are allowed to open for outdoor dining, carryout and delivery. Please check with the establishment for the most up-to-date information, but we will do our best to stay informed during this fluid situation.