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Another West Michigan Flo's location is closing, but this story has a happy twist for local foodies. Here is what you need to know about the new restaurant moving in.
The Grand Rapids Downtown Market is excited to introduce Pho Xa, a new food concept specializing in pho and banh mi, now open in the Market Hall. Previously home to Chewie Bitez, the space has been transformed into a new dining experience featuring customizable menu options, classic favorites with unexpected twists, and counter seating where guests can sit and enjoy their meals.
Each month, the Allegan County Health Department inspects restaurants, schools and other facilities for unsafe food practices. Adhering to proper safety practices is critical to preventing foodborne illness and promoting public health. ACHD recently completed an online portal for viewing reports, available at allegancounty.org/health/environmental-health/food . The Sentinel is sharing "priority" violations — those that could "directly lead to contamination of food or increase the risk of transmitting a foodborne illness" — from Holland, Hamilton, Saugatuck, Douglas and Fennville in the month of October, as well as corrective measures taken. The Sentinel will also report on "priority foundation" violations — ones that could lead to a priority violation. The health department notes "core" violations, but The Sentinel will only report on those if there's a significant accumulation in a single eatery or if that eatery also has more serious violations. Spectators Sports Bar and Grill 6432 Blue Star Highway in Saugatuck Priority The restaurant was using the wrong sanitizer to clean prep tables and the slicer. The disinfectant they were using wasn't approved for food-contact surfaces. To correct, the person-in-charge found an approved sanitizer to use. Priority Foundation Several employees were seen washing their hands in the three-compartment sink. To correct,
If your neighborhood Wendy’s recently went dark, you are not alone. One of the chain’s...
Known for its stacked burgers, fish and chips, courtyard patio, craft beer, and live music, this neighborhood spot quiety closed over the weekend.
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Bojangles is already gone from Michigan. Now, hundreds of Wendy's restaurants are caught up in the same company's bankruptcy battle.
If you shop the 28th Street Trader Joes, you know the chalkboards and the .23 cent banana. Michigan's next store lands in Farmington Hills, and Grand Rapids waits past 2027.
The store at 84th Street SW and Clyde Park Avenue SW is scheduled to open Nov. 19, the grocery chain announced in a release. A grand opening ceremony is scheduled for 8:45 a.m. that day. The first 200 customers in line will get gift bags with Aldi products and a gift card, which could be worth anywhere from $5 to $100.
Exciting changes are on the menu at the 2026 Grand Rapids International Wine, Beer & Food Festival, taking place from November 20-21 at DeVos Place. A full palate of food and beverage selections will be spread out inside Exhibit Halls A & B, creating a lively epicurean setting in which attendees can sample at a casual pace.
Boochie Bar, a cafe that serves kombucha, acai and other healthy options in downtown Rockford, is opening a new location inside the Gerald R. Ford International Airport.
The best diner in this corner of Michigan has no front door of its own. You reach your booth by walking through a gas station, and somehow that only makes the cinnamon roll taste like a bigger reward. And I’ve got a perfect example of why that matters. This place...
A brewery first announced years ago is finally taking shape in Plainwell. Here's what to expect from Deep End Brewing and when it's projected to open.
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Dang Nice Deli is officially open at 2103 Alpine Ave. in Grand Rapids, serving up retro vibes, local breads, and signature subs in a familiar local spot.
A former A&W stand now serves smoked brisket and burnt ends in Grand Rapids, and honestly, that alone had me. A fast-food stand turned smokehouse? I was already sold on that detail. And apparently, there’s more to appreciate. One barbecue spot nearby makes over 60 homemade sausage recipes. Its...
Another business is calling it quits in downtown Grand Rapids. Stop in to toast the crew before the humidor clears out for good.
“Doing everything from scratch and making real food again ... that’s what I’m passionate about,” Owner Travis Maher said.
