Alix & Rick
Alix & Rick
Things to Do
West Side Downtown
*Walking Beers*
Many areas in downtown Grand Rapids are refreshment areas, where you purchase walking beers/cocktails. West Side is one of them. Just purchase your beverage from a participating business, and stay within the clearly designated areas as you roam.
https://www.experiencegr.com/things-to-do/refreshment-areas/
Underground Lounge + Patio (Broadleaf)
A laid-back Westside spot serving craft beer and tacos. One of our favorites.
Butcher's Union
Delicious food, inspired cocktails and an unrivaled whiskey collection. Also one of our favs. Don't wait in line if you don't mind bar seats.
Drip Drop Cocktail Room
Stylish bar known for its creative cocktails. We had our first date and got engaged here!
New Holland Brewing - Grand Rapids Brewpub (The Knickerbocker)
Laid-back brewpub crafting craft beers brewed in house and artisan spirits such as whiskey. Great food.
Gin Gin's
Warm, elegant eatery dishing up steaks and seafood dishes alongside an extensive drinks menu, plus a bar. Make a reservation *now* if you want to eat here!
Anchor Bar
Dive bar known for its cheap drinks and friendly service.
Downtown Grand Rapids
We started with Westside Downtown hangouts because that is where we live and near wedding venue.
Here are some more great spots right in Downtown Grand Rapids:
Grand Rapids Art Museum - 101 Monroe Center St NW
Studio Park - Check out Elsa's ice cream shop! Studio Park is packed with things to do and see. Walk up trailer bar, food, theater, shopping. - 123 Ionia Ave SW - studioparkgr.com/preparty
MDRD - Lavishly Spanish. Expensive cocktails and food with view of city! - 187 Monroe Ave NW 27th Floor
IDC - idontcaregr.com - At Amway Grand Plaza. Private, covered, year-round balcony bar with indoor and outdoor seating, a panoramic view of the street below and the city above. Go to their website & sign up for the newsletter to get the code to enter.
Barrio Tacos - Barrio tacos and tequila, margaritas to go. Really good. - 37 Ottawa Ave NW
Cinco De Mayo - Fresh-made food and bar drinks at outdoor tables with or without umbrellas. Sit outside and people watch. - 114 Monroe Center St NW