Trendy / Hip Restaurants

Garden District

Address: 55 Monroe Center St NW, Grand Rapids, MI 49503
Garden District
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Garden District is a New Orleans–inspired restaurant bringing culture, comfort, and a touch of Louisiana to Grand Rapids. Guests step into a warm, jazz‑kissed atmosphere where Creole and Cajun flavors, seasonal ingredients, and crafted cocktails come together in an immersive dining experience. Designed for those who appreciate hospitality with soul, Garden District blends Bayou charm with modern edge—inviting every guest to slow down, savor, and discover something unexpected.

Wax Poetic Candle Bar

Address: 1423 Lake Dr SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49506
Wax Poetic Candle Bar
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Welcome to Wax Poetic Candle Bar, where we create a space for you to make memories with friends and family by pouring custom candles, home fragrance, and body products. We use a Coconut Apricot Wax, and clean burning, skin safe, non-toxic fragrance oils. Come pour with us by booking your seat online, calling ahead, or stopping in! If you aren't local, use our Shop Online tab on our website (www.waxpoeticcandlebar.com) to browse our products that can be shipped directly to you. We look forward to pouring with you!

Burzurk Brewing Company

Address: 1442 Washington Ave, Grand Haven, MI 49417
Burzurk Brewing Company
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We are a small local brewery located in East Side of Grand Haven MI, with a Caribbean / Retro styled taproom. Very chill atmosphere with a reggae vibe. With only 12 taps, beers range from Mexican / Czech lagers, thorough range of IPA's, Tropical Stouts, flavor your own Hard Seltzer and Hard Ciders. Whether you're in our neighborhood or coming from afar to visit, we would love to see you. Peace, Love & Beer, Tyler & Karen.

The Unicorn Tavern

Address: 415 S Beechtree St, Grand Haven, MI 49417
The Unicorn Tavern
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The Unicorn Tavern is purposefully curated to combine food, beverage, friends and family fun in a comfortable, hospitable environment. Everything that is unique to The Unicorn Tavern is on purpose. Our local's pub take on gastropub food, crafted beer & cocktails, and old world wines is perfect for everyone, whether you're an East End local, or from far off lands. You'll be happy your travels brought you through our doors. Cheers!

The Mitten Bar

Address: 109 W Ludington Ave, Ludington, MI 49431

Nipote's Italian Kitchen

Address: 98 W Clay Ave, Muskegon, MI 49440
Nipote's Italian Kitchen
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Friday Night Supper Club • Boutique Italian Wine Shop • Take-n-Bake Meals

Capone's Speakeasy & Pizzeria

Address: 794 Pine St, Muskegon, MI 49442

Beer City Bread Co.

Address: 2650 E Beltline Ave SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49512

794 Kitchen and Bar

Address: 794 Pine St, Muskegon, MI 49442

Coastal Society

Address: 35 Center St, Douglas, MI 49406

Socibowl

Address: 441 W Western Ave, Muskegon, MI 49440

Ripple

Address: 123 W Main St, Lowell, MI 49331

liveet

Address: 15324 Grand Oak Rd, Grand Haven, MI 49417

Harvest Haven

Address: 2162 Wealthy St SE, East Grand Rapids, MI 49509

Maid Cafe

Address: 303 Monroe Ave NW, Grand Rapids, MI 49503

NoBo Mrkt

Address: 414 E Eighth St, Traverse City, MI 49684

Love Cafe

Address: 557 W Western Ave, Muskegon, MI 49440

Lucky Strike Grand Rapids

Address: 5656 Clyde Park Ave SW, Wyoming, MI 49509

The Beakfast House

Address: 69 28th St SW, Grand Rapids, MI 49503

The Beakfast House

Address: 69 28th St SW, Grand Rapids, MI 49548