LOVE GR
From craft beer, to live music, and mouthwatering food the opportunities in Grand Rapids are endless. Whether you're just visiting or are living in this beautiful city there are so many ways to dive into the diverse culture.
There are so many different activities to participate in during all seasons. If you like the outdoors during the winter there's: ice skating, ice fishing, massive sledding hills, or even snowshoeing in the local parks. When the warmer months come along many venues have: live music, dancing, the list goes on.
Or, if you're a foodie and you'd rather stay inside to enjoy a nice relaxing evening there are so many restaurants to choose from. From casual to upscale dining local favorites are around every corner. Many new breweries have been opening up as well and are a big hit. At the end of the night treat your taste buds to some of the best beer. After all.. Grand Rapids has been voted as the number one city for beer in the country.
Since February is the month of LOVE we are highlighting a few places in Grand Rapids that we LOVE :)
There are so many different activities to participate in during all seasons. If you like the outdoors during the winter there's: ice skating, ice fishing, massive sledding hills, or even snowshoeing in the local parks. When the warmer months come along many venues have: live music, dancing, the list goes on.
Or, if you're a foodie and you'd rather stay inside to enjoy a nice relaxing evening there are so many restaurants to choose from. From casual to upscale dining local favorites are around every corner. Many new breweries have been opening up as well and are a big hit. At the end of the night treat your taste buds to some of the best beer. After all.. Grand Rapids has been voted as the number one city for beer in the country.
Since February is the month of LOVE we are highlighting a few places in Grand Rapids that we LOVE :)
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Wolfgang's
Why is this one of our picks for the GR experience?
If you want a classic diner experience with homemade food just like moms? Then this is the place to pop in at! Located at 1530 off of Wealthy Street. In the heart East Town this cute little diner is within walking distance of other famous places like Yesterdog!
They're family owned and the food is never shy of exceptional.
Did you know.. that famous people have been to places like Yesterdog in GR? In fact even Senator Hilary Clinton has been there!
Feel free to check out the link below which takes you to the Mlive article on Hilary's visit to GR last March :)
http://www.mlive.com/news/grand-rapids/index.ssf/2016/03/hillary_clinton_grand_rapids_m.html
Civic Theatre & School of Theatre Arts
Why is this one of our picks for the GR experience?
This place has grown into one of the largest community theatres in the country. Located at 30 Division Ave. N it is near other popular places like: San Chez Bistro, GR Brewing Co, Rosa Park Circle, and many other cute little local shops downtown!
They have a theatre arts education program for all ages, high quality performances, and productions all year around.
A great place to take a date if you love musicals ;)
The link below takes you to their website. Check out their calendar to keep updated on when their upcoming events are and to learn more about this artsy place!
http://www.grct.org/
San Chez Bistro & Catering
Why is this one of our picks for the GR experience?
It is a Spanish cuisine style restaurant a unique and fun place to experience a tapas style dinner. In case you don't know what tapas is...
Tapas is small portioned meals meant for sharing. It is an excellent place to take your V-day date ;) or a group of friends! If you want a drink with your meal they have the best Sangria downtown. There's a space to sit at if you want to watch the chef's cook your food or they have full service at their bar with many great drinks to choose from!
This spacious place has a great events space for a party. Info for booking an event is on their website below:
https://www.sanchezbistro.com/event-space
What else is San Chez near? Well it's next door to GR Brewing Co. It is also near: The BOB, Hopcat, and Van Andel Arena. A great area for a fun Friday or Saturday night :)
Martha's Vineyard
Why is this one of our picks for the GR experience?
Located at 200 Union Ave. it is near many beautiful homes and close to the Historic Heritage Hill District..
It's not just any ordinary neighborhood corner store. It's much more than that! They have a fantastic global wine selection to choose from. There's no better place downtown to find a tasty German Riesling or your favorite craft brew..
What else do they have? There are a few fresh grocery items, many hand crafted cheeses, and freshly prepared deli items. Yum!
Blue Bridge & Rosa Park Circle
Why are these two of our picks for the GR experience?
Rosa Park Circle-
Is located off of Monroe at the heart of downtown <3 within walking distance of the Blue Bridge. It is near many nice little shops as well as the popular JW Marriot and Amway Grand Plaza Hotel.
During the winter time this location is transformed into a winter wonderland: the arena is turned into an ice rink and beautiful lights are decorated in the surrounding trees. During the warmer months it is a venue for events like: concerts, dances, the GR Original Swing Society.. where anyone can go swing dancing every Tuesday night :)
Blue Bridge-
It is a beautiful place to go for a walk whether you're walking along the waters edge or taking you dog for a walk across it. It is always lit up at night and it is always a wonderful sight.
A great place to take your date or to surprise that special someone with a wedding proposal ;)
Below you will see a link to a time lapsed video of wedding proposals captured on this pretty bridge!
http://woodtv.com/2016/10/11/time-lapse-video-captures-engagement-on-blue-bridge/
Over the river it is near GVSU's downtown campus, the JW Marriot, and Amway..
During the warmer months sometimes there is swing dancing on the bridge or musical events!
