Jared’s guidebook

Jared
Jared’s guidebook

Food scene

Grand Rapids is known for the brunch scene 😋
Try any of the African blends at Madcap, it might just be the best coffee you ever have!
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Madcap Coffee Company
98 Monroe Center St NW
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Try any of the African blends at Madcap, it might just be the best coffee you ever have!
The gorgeous and classic interior makes for an intimate dining experience with great food at a very reasonable price. Paddock Place is a converted mansion and has maintained its classic character.
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Paddock Place
1033 Lake Dr SE
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The gorgeous and classic interior makes for an intimate dining experience with great food at a very reasonable price. Paddock Place is a converted mansion and has maintained its classic character.
Excellent brunch spot downtown offering light and healthy Korean fusion dishes and of course coffee
Kaffeine
637 Michigan St NE
Excellent brunch spot downtown offering light and healthy Korean fusion dishes and of course coffee
Simple, quick, and surprisingly good Greek food. The owner has quite the personality and puts a lot of TLC into making the food at this dice delicious
Mr. Gyros Drive-Thru & Take-out
2260 Alpine Avenue Northwest
Simple, quick, and surprisingly good Greek food. The owner has quite the personality and puts a lot of TLC into making the food at this dice delicious

Sightseeing

The Blue Bridge is an iconic feature of Grand Rapids, offering views of downtown and the the Grand River
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De Blauwe Brug
Blue Footbridge
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The Blue Bridge is an iconic feature of Grand Rapids, offering views of downtown and the the Grand River

Neighborhoods

Heritage Hills sits above downtown to the south and is one of the largest historic districts in the country. The exterior of the homes in this neighborhood have stayed true to their historic roots. Take a walk through this neighborhood and see a mix of elegant mansions and more humble family homes.
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Heritage Hill
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Heritage Hills sits above downtown to the south and is one of the largest historic districts in the country. The exterior of the homes in this neighborhood have stayed true to their historic roots. Take a walk through this neighborhood and see a mix of elegant mansions and more humble family homes.

City/town information

Grand Rapids got its start as 'Furniture City' and while 'GR' still produces furniture, this industry no longer dominates the region. The city is now known as 'Beer City' and for good reason. There are several large breweries in town as well as many micro breweries. For the past few decades Grand Rapids has seen strong economic and population growth making it the hottest city in Michigan.
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Grand Rapids
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Grand Rapids got its start as 'Furniture City' and while 'GR' still produces furniture, this industry no longer dominates the region. The city is now known as 'Beer City' and for good reason. There are several large breweries in town as well as many micro breweries. For the past few decades Grand Rapids has seen strong economic and population growth making it the hottest city in Michigan.