New West Michigan Businesses & Restaurants to Try
Whether you’re new here or grew up here, chances are you already know about all of the old standbys in West Michigan. The question is – are you ready to try something new, maybe for your next date night idea?
Hope so, because we’ve scouted the area to create this list of new restaurants and local businesses that look like something to get excited about.
From food to retail to family activities, Grand Rapids is growing into a town that has something for everyone.
Pinspritation Art Studio opened in Wyoming on March 15, 2024
Best New Restaurants
For our 2024 Best of Grand Rapids awards we asked you, our local foodies, to vote for your favorite new restaurants, and here’s what you said!
Winner: Butcher Block Social
1. Butcher Block Social
2. The Foolery
3. Scholar
4. Myrth
5. Testa Rossa Ristorante
6. K-Pocha
7. Mercadito
Running List of New Restaurants
While we do our best to keep this list current, new shops and new restaurants are always opening.
List criteria: the new restaurants must be located in Greater Grand Rapids, either local or the first-to-market of a notable chain, and, we think it’s newsworthy.
thai
Thai Table
950 Wealthy St SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49506
OPENED: SEPT 12, 2024
Opened by a couple who moved to GR from Thailand, this restaurant serves authentic Thai Food, Sushi and Boba tea.
indian
Roti Indian Kitchen
5070 28th St SE, Suite C, Grand Rapids, MI 49512
OPENED: AUGUST 22, 2024
The newest place to find authentic flavors of India in GR! Enjoy Butter Chicken, Tikka masala with Naan & all the Indian delicacies!
mexican
El Tapatio Mexican Grill & Bar
363 Cummings Ave NW, Walker, MI 49534
OPENED: AUGUST 22, 2024
Authentic Mexican cuisine in Walker! The menu includes classic
favorites like tacos, burritos, enchiladas, and unique specialties
that delight your taste buds. Enjoy a delicious meal in a cozy, relaxed atmosphere. Perfect for family and friends.
We love the vibrant, hand-painted art on the walls showing Mexican culture & heritage.
mediterranean
Pide & Stick
428 Bridge St NW, Grand Rapids, MI 49504
OPENED: AUGUST 1, 2024
Fresh fare of the Mediterranean meets unique, bold flavors in shawarma, pide, and kebab. Pide & Stick embraces the bold and eclectic with crave-able, zesty flavors and fresh ingredients.
asian cuisine
Hong BBQ & Hot Pot
4505 Canal Ave SW, Grandville, MI, United States, 49418
OPENED: JULY 1, 2024
Bringing the comforting, classic and innovative flavors of asian BBQ and hot pot to Grandville.
italian-american
Rossana’s Table
107 E Main St SE, Caledonia, MI
OPENED: JUNE, 2024
Traditional pasta dishes and innovative pizzas that pay tribute to love, family and Nona’s home-cooked meals.
american
Gin Gin
345 Summer Ave NW, Grand Rapids, MI 49504
OPENED: MAY 30, 2024
A stylist & inviting restaurant offering American Classics including premium steak, pastas and seafood.
mexican
Taquero Mucho
3536 Division Ave South, Grand Rapids, MI 49548
OPENED: MAY, 2024
Pink taqueria and food truck serving up fresh Mexican dishes bursting with vibrant flavors!
juice bar & cafe
Clean Juice Cascade
5563 28th St SE Suite A, Grand Rapids, MI 49512
OpeNED: MARCH 9, 2024
Serving up organic juice, smoothies, and cafe food such as salads, wraps, and sandwiches.
mexican
Mercadito
1202 W. Fulton St, Grand Rapids, MI 49504
OpeNED: FEBRUARY 28, 2024
Offers authentic Mexican snacks and drinks, sandwiches, salads, desserts and other quick lunch items, including vegan options.
aisan cuisine
KPOT Korean BBQ & Hot Pot
3333 28th St SE Ste 1, Grand Rapids, MI 49512
OpeNED: FEBRUARY 13, 2024
Offers traditional Korean dishes in a modern all-you-can-eat style. Try a variety of Asian hot pots and of course Korean barbecue.
bakery
Buka Bakehouse
884 Forest Hill Ave SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49546
OpeNED: JANUARY 31, 2024
This unique Balkan-American bakery bakes up fresh artisan breads, pizzas, and pastries daily for your breakfast or lunch.
New Businesses
art studio
Pinspiration Wyoming
2300 Health Dr SW Suite B, Wyoming, MI 49519
OpenED: MARCH 15, 2024
Remember that DIY craft you’ve been wanting to try? Pinspiration gives you the space to actually do it! From paint & sip nights to glow-in-the-dark splatter paint rooms, this studio’s got something fun for everyone.
entertainment venue
Main Event
3121 28th St SE, Kentwood, MI 49512
OpenED: AUGUST 14, 2024
A new Family Fun Center at Woodland Mall in Kentwood. You’ll find old school arcade games, laser tag, bowling and a bar and restaurant.
retail store
Lego Store
3115 28th St SE SPACE F-104, Grand Rapids, MI 49512
OpenED: AUGUST 16, 2024
Complete with a build a mini figure station, Pick & Build Wall and so much more, you’ll find everything you’re looking for a the new lego store!
retail store
Good Good Good
1590 Plainfield Ave NE Grand Rapids, MI 49505
OpenED: OCTOBER 2024
Wine bar, floral studio and retail bottle shop all in one! Their focus is on minimal intervention wine and sustainable floristry.
sports entertainment venue
Pickle and Pin
662 Leonard St. NW – Grand Rapids, MI
OpenING SOON
Sports entertainment venue complete with a pickle ball courts, golf simulators and a bar. Pay to play per game or purchase a membership
indoor playground
Happy Kids Indoor Playground
3094 28th St SE, Kentwood, MI 49512
OpenING SOON
Indoor playground for kids with serious Catch Air vibes. Ball pits, obstacle courses, pretend play, and more.
sports entertainment venue
Big Mini Putt
70 Ionia Ave SW, Grand Rapids, MI 49503
OpenING SOON
Mini golf sports venue complete with 9 holes of golf. The venue is complete with free and pay per play arcade games, darts, giant benga and a bar. Open to minors with a parent present until 7pm.
Looking for More New Restaurants & Businesses
What new places are you excited about in Grand Rapids?
We are always looking for the best new restaurants for date nights, fun new spots for families, or just plain cool new businesses.
Leave your suggestions in the comments!
Everywear Menswear Store, downtown Rockford!
A Non Alcoholic bottle shop selling NA beers, wines, and spirits opened today, November 17 at 434 Leonard Ave NW Grand Rapids 49504. They are called Alt City NA bottles and beer
Renew Mama Studio! The place for moms and families! Everything wellness!
TOOM, a Mediterranean fast food place just opened in the Cascade Meijer area, and it is so good!