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Grand Rapids, MI
Best Breakfast (Restaurants)
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Cornucopia |
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187 Monroe Ave NW Lobby Level, Amway Grand Plaza Hotel, Grand Rapids 49503 • 616-774-2000 |
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DOWNTOWN. The Amway Grand offers guests a quick breakfast alternative at its classic deli, where Starbucks coffee, homemade pastries, and fresh-baked breads provide plenty of tasty pick-me-ups for the early riser in you. Lunchtime sees this aptly-named eatery serve up a hodge-podge of hot and cold options, from paninis and gourmet pizzas to soups and chili. Take out is available. |
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Bagel Beanery |
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455 Michigan NE, Grand Rapids 49503 • 616-235-7500 |
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HERITAGE HILL. A great place to grab a quick cup of joe and a bagel before starting the daily grind, the Bagel Beanery is a staple for Heritage Hill residents. From delicious sandwiches (your choice of bacon, ham, or sausage topped with scrambled eggs and served on a bagel) to a simple tomato-basil bagel covered with your choice of cream cheese, this breakfast joint offers just the right tag-team partners for its fabulous gourmet coffees. At lunchtime, the menu switches a bit, offering a tasty selection of hot and cold sandwiches and soups. Drive-through is available. Additional location at 2845 Breton Street SE (616-245-4220). |
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Bentham's Riverfront Restaurant |
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187 Monroe Ave NW Lobby Level, Amway Grand Plaza Hotel, Grand Rapids 49503 • 616-774-2000 |
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DOWNTOWN. Boasting an inspiring view of the Grand Rapids River, this Amway Grand restaurant is a favorite with hotel guests and locals alike thanks to its first-class service, casual atmosphere, reasonable prices, and top-notch cuisine. Breakfast is a serious affair, with patrons enjoying everything from freshly squeezed juices and cereals topped with fresh seasonal berries to one of Bentham's hearty specialty breakfasts, which include Traditional Eggs Benedict with hash browns, Old Fashioned Corned Beef Hash, and a French Toast Sandwich (two eggs any style and maple-cured ham between two pieces of cinnamon-swirl French toast). Reservations are not required. |
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Blake's Turkey Sandwich Shoppe |
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103 Monroe Center St NW, Grand Rapids 49503 • 616-774-2220 |
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DOWNTOWN. A popular lunch spot with the downtown business crowd, Blake's specializes in (as the name hints) hand-carved, oven-roasted turkey sandwiches prepared any way you like. They also serve healthy, hearty salads, soups, and hot foods – all available for both take-out and delivery. A small seating area looks out over the busy convergence of Monroe, Fountain, and Ottawa, giving the deli a bustling feel. |
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User Rating: 9.6 / 10
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Blue Plate Restaurant & Lounge |
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11 Monroe Ave NW Courtyard Grand Rapids Downtown, Grand Rapids 49503 • 616-242-6000 |
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DOWNTOWN. An impressive breakfast buffet is the star at this restaurant, whose windows overlook an attractive courtyard area behind the hotel. From scrambled eggs, bacon, and sausages to Belgian waffles, biscuits and gravy, and fresh fruit, the Blue Plate's buffet suits all types of early morning appetites. An à la carte menu is available as well, offering comfort foods and the likes of a ham-and-cheese scramble and their signature Belgian waffles covered with fresh fruit, syrup, and butter. |
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Cherie Inn |
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969 Cherry St SE, East Grand Rapids 49503 • 616-458-0588 |
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EASTOWN. Cherie Inn specializes in breakfast and lunch, Euro-style. A neighborhood staple for more than 60 years, the eatery offers a cozy, café-style setting complete with French flags, weathered brick walls, pressed tin ceiling, and intimate tables. Breakfast is the true star, as patrons can tell from eggs Florentine, blueberry pancakes, and breakfast crêpes; meanwhile, lunch turns heads and satisfies taste buds with baguettes, soups, and small-portioned entrees. |
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Four Friends Coffeehouse |
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130 Monroe Ctr NW, Grand Rapids 49503 • 616-456-5356 |
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DOWNTOWN. This sophisticated storefront cafe, located just across from the Monroe Mall amphitheater, is one of downtown's more popular alcohol-free hangouts, especially with the introspective, artsy crowd. If it's cold out, treat yourself like royalty and order an espresso con panna, cafe au lait, chai tea, or espresso macchiato. If you're looking to escape the summer heat, one of their brilliant Four Friends Milkshakes, Shakey Shakes, or smoothies may be the way to go. As for eats, you'll find a versatile menu that features everything from breakfast bagels, Texas-style grilled cheeses, and baguettes to muffins, scones, and cookies. Every now and then, Four Friends offers live music (most shows start at 9pm), and there are also a few computers available for those wanting to surf the Web. |
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Gaia Cafe |
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209 Diamond St SE, Grand Rapids 49506 • 616-454-6233 |
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EASTOWN. One of the east side's trendier lunch and dessert destinations, Gaia is a favorite with the cool neighborhood crowd. A small gallery area promotes the work of local artists (many of them from the neighborhood), and the skilled kitchen staff makes sure that the artsy clientele always has plenty of hot food, homemade sweets, and fresh gourmet coffee to enjoy while they pass the time chatting about the latest film, book, or play to hit the scene. A fabulous juice bar and several vegetarian and vegan-friendly options, too. |
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Maggie's Kitchen |
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636 Bridge St NW, Grand Rapids 49504 • 616-458-8583 |
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WEST DOWNTOWN. One of the best reasons to make your way west of the river is this authentic Mexican eatery, where Mexican barbecue, chicken fajitas, and Milanesa de Res (fried steak with guacamole) win over diners' stomachs on a nightly basis. Indeed, this cozy, cafeteria-style eatery wows with its homestyle offerings of traditional and "Americanized" Mexican fare. A surprisingly good breakfast menu features the likes of Huevos a la Mexicana (scrambled eggs with onions and jalapenos) and Machacado (scrambled eggs with shredded beef), each of which is served with beans, rice, and your choice of tortilla shells. Reservations are not required. |
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Rosie's Diner |
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4500 14 Mile Rd NE, Rockford 49341 • 616-866-3663 |
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ROCKFORD. This classic roadside diner, located just off I-96, has changed little in appearance since it first opened in the mid-1940s. You'll still find shiny chrome accents, neon lights, and apron-wearing waitresses. The fare is 100% American, featuring burgers, steaks, and Rosie's famous meatloaf. Additions to the menu over the years include baked lasagna, battered fish fillets, and a mac-and-cheese dinner. A small gift shop carries neon signs, Rosie's t-shirts and caps, and a variety of other neat souvenirs. |
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