Restaurants near First Park Congregational Church

17 restaurants available nearby

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1. Tupelo Honey - Grand Rapids

4.6

Exceptional(2321)

Price: Moderate

• Regional American (Contemporary Southern) • Grand Rapids

Booked 90 times today

Tupelo Honey is a revival of Southern food and traditions rooted in the Carolina Mountains we call home. We craft brunches, lunches and suppers that bring family and friends around the table and allow for conversations and cocktails to linger longer than usual. Always scratch-made, always responsibly-soured, and always Southern.

2. Leo's

4.9

Exceptional(3652)

Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Grand Rapids

Booked 60 times today

Leo’s is the premier dining destination for exquisite seafood, classic cuisine, decadent desserts, and a world-class wine list. Located in the heart of downtown Grand Rapids, Michigan since 2004, Leo’s has stayed committed to always sourcing fresh quality ingredients and delivering an extraordinary experience to each and every guest.The dining room at Leo’s offers a sense of style and sophistication in an inviting and elegant setting. A distinctive feature of Leo’s is our bar and lounge area that boasts floor to ceiling windows and a lively, more casual environment from which to enjoy our extensive variety of curated wines, carefully crafted cocktails, and local craft beers.Whether you are having a casual lunch with friends, celebrating a special occasion, having a business meeting, or a large event, Leo's is the best spot in Grand Rapids for elegant dining and superior service.

3. Scholar

4.5

Awesome(339)

Price: Expensive

• American • Grand Rapids

Booked 38 times today

History, specifically America’s culinary history, is the central focus of our food and cocktail programs here at Scholar. Situated downtown on Grand Rapids’ iconic red brick road at 11 Ionia SW, Scholar honors previous residents of the same address while striving to achieve our goal; to earn the title of the city’s best restaurant.

4. MeXo

4.6

Exceptional(815)

Price: Moderate

• Traditional Mexican • Grand Rapids

Booked 10 times today

Welcome to MeXo ! We offer prehispanic-influenced modern Mexican cuisine featuring Chef Oscars authentic regional cuisine, craft margaritas, and extensive tequila and mezcal selections. We offer private dining areas and rooms for curated chef dinners. MeXo offers scheduled Chef Dinners, Tequila Tastings, and private planned dinners.

5. Mertens Prime

3.4

Very Good(1550)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Grand Rapids

Booked 16 times today

Mertens Prime, located in the historic 1914 New Hotel Mertens lobby in Grand Rapids, offers locally sourced, in-house hand-cut steaks, chops, and unique takes on classics. Scratch made kitchen where we make all the pastas and desserts. We have a large selection for vegan & vegetarian.Prime features a full-service espresso machine and classic pastries like beignets. Guests can enjoy tableside presentations like filet dinner for two, a weekly curated rolling cheese cart, and bananas fosters and creme brulee.The kitchen is scratch made and we feature many locally sourced products.The bar top is one of the largest in Grand Rapids and seats 18 guests along with lounge tables. Our bar features a daily happy hour from 4pm-6pm 7 days a week for both food and beverage! Seasonal mocktails available along with many other non-alcoholic offerings. Mertens Rooftop offers a full bar and a menu of appetizers. To book a reservation at Mertens Rooftop, select "Outdoor Seating", if available.

6. Divani

4.9

Exceptional(1044)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Grand Rapids

Divani, locally owned, features an intimate & sexy big city ambience in the heart of downtown Grand Rapids. Our staff will greet you with an enthusiastic smile, extensive product knowledge and attentive service. Divani will seduce your senses through our scratch kitchen featuring globally inspired Chef driven menus, hand-crafted cocktails, an extensive liquor collection, an award-winning wine list and a global beer selection featuring local draughts. Private events and custom menus are available in any of our unique rooms for parties up to 160 guests. Contact wendy@divanigr.com for custom menus and more details or visit our website at www.divanigr.com.

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7. HopCat - Grand Rapids

4.5

Awesome(93)

Price: Moderate

• American • Grand Rapids

Booked 38 times today

The original HopCat location is located in a historical building downtown Grand Rapids. Steps from Van Andel Arena, GLC Live at 20 Monroe, and the Grand Rapids Art Museum, our restaurant features a dog-friendly outdoor patio, oversized wooden bar, and comfortable seating. HopCat was founded on the principles of bringing local craft beer a bit closer to the communities we love. We’re known for our award-wining Cosmik fries, which are beer battered, sprinkled with our signature cracked black pepper seasoning, and served with a side of warm cheese sauce. From burgers to tacos, our menu offers a range of delicious options. We live the craft lifestyle - beer, cocktails, and even craft food made from scratch. With a dedication to local breweries sustainability and community engagement, HopCat offers craft beer and great food in a vibrant atmosphere for an inclusive, unforgettable experience. No matter who you are or where you come from, you're always welcome in our community.

8. Stella's Lounge

4.4

Awesome(15)

Price: Moderate

• Burgers • Grand Rapids

Booked 18 times today

Stella's Is For You (And Us)Our menu goes way beyond the typical freezer bag to fryer crap you find at a lot of bars. Our famous giant stuffed burgers were named Best in America by GQ in 2012 and Best in Grand Rapids by Grand Rapids Magazine and On the Town. We even make our own vegetarian and vegan burgers, beer-battered avocados and stuffed tots. We also have over 250 kinds of whiskey for your sipping pleasure. Canadian, Scotch, Irish, American (including some Michigan-made varieties) -- we cover the map.

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9. Buffalo Wild Wings - Grand Rapids - Ionia

3.1

Good(6)

Price: Moderate

• American • Grand Rapids

Since 1982, Buffalo Wild Wings® (or B-Dubs® as our friends call us) has been the ultimate place to watch the game, have a cold beer and eat some great food. At Buffalo Wild Wings, you can always feel comfortable pulling some tables together with your friends and staying as long as you want.

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10. The Heritage Restaurant

5.0

Exceptional(607)

Price: Expensive

• Global, International • Grand Rapids

Booked 1 time today

The Heritage is one of the many classroom/laboratory facilities operated by the Secchia Institute for Culinary Education at Grand Rapids Community College. The restaurant is staffed by students in the culinary programs and is under the direct supervision of Chef and Dining Room Professors.During lunch, your meal will be prepared and served by first year students. The meals represent International Cuisine with modern and classical touches. In the evening, The Heritage reopens to feature a relaxed atmosphere, more Continental Cuisine, and our second year students will serve and prepare your meal. The Secchia Institute for Culinary Education restaurants and kitchens are classroom settings. We take pride in them. Our students prepare our meals daily with the finest seasonally available ingredients including freshly baked artisan bread.

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Kathleen
Detroit / Eastern Michigan •4 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Excellent food and drinks! Colorful and enjoyable ambiance. We really enjoyed our evening!
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MeXoPrice: Moderate• Traditional Mexican• Grand Rapids
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4.6
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Kelsey
Grand Rapids / Western Michigan •7 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Incredible service and food. We will definitely be back!
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ScholarPrice: Expensive• American• Grand Rapids
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4.5
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Dawn
Chicago / Illinois •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
The service was the perfect balance of not too much and not too little. It's a lovely restaurant with a great menu. Our mussels were a little fishy, but we cleaned our plates with everything else.
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Leo'sPrice: Expensive• Seafood• Grand Rapids
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4.9
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Danielle
Grand Rapids / Western Michigan •13 reviews
5.0
Dined on 1 Jan 2025
A fantastic Nee Years Day brunch for our group of 4. Our waitress, Ren was so kind and professional. Giving us suggestions and a few more minutes to decide when asked. Top notch food and service!
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Tupelo Honey - Grand RapidsPrice: Moderate• Regional American (Contemporary Southern)• Grand Rapids
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4.6
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Jennifer
Grand Rapids / Western Michigan •1 review
5.0
Dined on 15 Dec 2024
Four of us all had brunch options, everything was great. The place was clean and friendly. Always enjoy the food when we can stop in.
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HopCat - Grand RapidsPrice: Moderate• American• Grand Rapids
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4.5

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1. Tupelo Honey - Grand Rapids

2. Leo's

3. Scholar

4. MeXo

5. Mertens Prime

6. Divani

7. HopCat - Grand Rapids

8. Stella's Lounge

9. Buffalo Wild Wings - Grand Rapids - Ionia

10. The Heritage Restaurant

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