The Ultimate Grand Rapids Food Index

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Vietnamese$7 mins from HQ

Pho 99

Open Now • Closes at 8:00 PM

Casual Vietnamese restaurant serving traditional pho noodle soup, vermicelli dishes, and spring rolls.

The One Dish

#33 Grilled Pork Vermicelli

Runner Up

#5 Rare Beef Pho

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Mediterranean$8 mins from HQ

Bosna Express

Closed • Opens tomorrow at 11:00 AM

Popular European eatery specializing in authentic Bosnian gyros, Fiery Feta dishes, and Balkan wraps.

The One Dish

Fiery Feta Gyro (or O.G. Gyro)

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Korean$9 mins from HQ

Seoul Market

Open Now • Closes at 8:00 PM

Highly rated Korean grocery store featuring a cozy in-store kitchen serving authentic bibimbap and spicy pork.

The One Dish

Jae Yuk Bokkeum (Spicy Stir-Fried Pork)

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Mexican$9 mins from HQ

Taqueria Maravatio

Open Now • Closes at 9:00 PM

Authentic Mexican spot loved for its flavorful steak alambres, street tacos, and hearty tortas.

The One Dish

Steak (or other protein) Alambres

Runner Up

Torta Maravatio

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Salvadoran$12 mins from HQ

Pupuseria El Salvador

Closed • Opens tomorrow at 10:00 AM

Charming Salvadoran restaurant renowned for its fresh, hand-made pupusas with diverse fillings.

The One Dish

Any pupusa

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Pub / French$$12 mins from HQ

Brewery Vivant

Open Now • Closes at 10:00 PM

Eco-friendly microbrewery in a former funeral home, serving French-Belgian gastropub fare and craft beers.

The One Dish

Duck Nachos

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Mexican$$12 mins from HQ

El Cerrito Cocina Mexicana

Open Now • Closes at 10:00 PM

Warm, welcoming Mexican restaurant offering garlic asada fries, classic platters, and margaritas.

The One Dish

Garlic Asada Fries or Carne Asada or Molcajete

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Mediterranean$14 mins from HQ

Gita Pita

Open Now • Closes at 10:00 PM

Fast-casual Mediterranean joint famous for its chicken shawarma, fresh pita wraps, and hummus.

The One Dish

Steak or Chicken Shawarma Bowl

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French / Italian$$14 mins from HQ

Bistro Bella Vita

Open Now • Closes at 9:00 PM

Sophisticated bistro serving upscale French and Italian cuisine, wood-fired pizzas, and fine wines.

The One Dish

Beef Brisket Bourguignon

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Burgers / American$$14 mins from HQ

The Black Napkin

Open Now • Closes at 8:00 PM

Hip, popular burger stand serving inventive gourmet burgers, chicken sandwiches, and seasoned fries.

The One Dish

Le College Dropout

Runner Up

Rust Fries

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Thai$$15 mins from HQ

Bangkok Taste

Open Now • Closes at 9:00 PM

Cozy Thai restaurant offering traditional curries, noodle dishes, and stir-fries with customizable spice levels.

The One Dish

Tofu Massaman

Runner Up

Curry Pad Thai

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Global Street Food$$15 mins from HQ

Roam by San Chez

Open Now • Closes at 8:30 PM

Vibrant eatery offering a diverse menu of global street food, small plates, and unique cocktails.

The One Dish

Jian Bing (add pork)

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Ethiopian$$15 mins from HQ

GoJo Ethiopian Cuisine

Open Now • Closes at 9:00 PM

Cozy Ethiopian restaurant offering traditional wot stews served on injera flatbread in a warm setting.

The One Dish

Sampler Combo

Runner Up

Super Vegetarian Combo

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Breakfast / Brunch$$15 mins from HQ

Wolfgang's

Closed • Opens tomorrow at 6:30 AM

Local breakfast institution serving signature egg dishes, hashes, pancakes, and brunch cocktails.

The One Dish

The Missad

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Deli$15 mins from HQ

Schnitz Deli

Closed • Opens tomorrow at 10:00 AM

Traditional deli offering colossal stacked sandwiches, fresh salads, and homemade soups.

The One Dish

The Big John

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Indian$$16 mins from HQ

Palace of India

Closed • Opens today at 5:00 PM

Traditional Indian restaurant serving authentic rogan josh, curries, and tandoori breads.

The One Dish

Rogan Josh

Runner Up

Literally all the bread except regular or garlic naan

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Italian$$22 mins from HQ

Amore

Closed • Opens today at 5:00 PM

Cozy Italian trattoria offering award-winning house-made pasta, wood-fired lasagna, and authentic desserts.

The One Dish

Lasagna

Runner Up

Arancini