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Restaurants, Food & BeveragesFamily-ownedWoman-owned

Grab a table in our cozy tavern located inside Studio Park. Settle into a high-back bar seat for dishes you love, in a way you didn’t know you would.

GroceryRestaurants, Food & BeveragesSpecialty RetailUptownWealthy Street

Locally focused, whole animal, craft butcher located on Wealthy Street. We also offer custom meat fabrication, specialty food products, cheeses, and weekly lunch specials!

Real Estate & Relocation

Title insurance, escrow services, residential and commercial real estate closings, 1031 Exchange closings. Local members of Grand Rapids Association of Realtors, Commercial Association of Realtors, and Michigan Mortgage Lenders Association.

Real Estate & RelocationMichigan StreetFamily-owned

Property Development

Home Products & ServicesUptownWealthy StreetFamily-owned

We are one of Grand Rapids most trusted names in flooring since 1949.

Health & WellnessMonroe

We offer holistic, yet evidence-based outpatient services for individuals who are struggling with their mental or emotional health. Along with experienced counseling services, we provide our clients with free use of our fitness center and “prescribe” exercise to our clients.

Computers, Web & TelecomCity of Grand Rapids

Developers often are stressed about the technologies that make their products work. DornerWorks engineers technology to create standout products so customers are free to focus on what they do best.

Arts & EntertainmentUptownWealthy StreetCurbside Pick Up

Wealthy Theatre is an historic community theater operated by Grand Rapids Community Center. Programming is done by community members and includes film, live music, dance, theater, and more.

Restaurants, Food & BeveragesWyoming-KentwoodFamily-owned

We create tasty, Asian style dishes to serve our community and local markets!See More

AutomotiveWyoming-KentwoodFamily-owned

We have been a family-owned and operated auto repair and maintenance service since 1976. We are a NAPA Autocare Center, AAA Approved service, and member of the Automotive Service Association. Our technicians are ASE Certified.

Lodging & TravelCity of Grand Rapids

CityFlatsHotel Grand Rapids showcases interior furniture and décor designed and manufactured with local materials and rapidly renewable resources. CityFlatsHotel recently achieved LEED Gold Certification and features forty-eight conceptually unique guestrooms.

Marketing, Advertising & PRWoman-ownedAppointment Only

We’re a full-service marketing agency with a focus on delivering very customized, attentive service to our clients, and developing not only a strong brand message for them, but a relationship with them.

Restaurants, Food & BeveragesEastownUptown

Hot Dog Heaven! Yesterdog has been recognized by the Grand Rapids Magazine and On The Town Magazine’s readers poll as the Best Hot Dog in Grand Rapids.

Computers, Web & TelecomMarketing, Advertising & PRSports/OutdoorCity of Grand RapidsEast HillsFamily-ownedAppointment Only

Tight Lines Digital specializes in digital consulting for small businesses and non-profits. Our specialties include original content management, e-commerce opportunities, and supporting outdoor recreation and environmental concerns.

Our primary efforts include WordPress development, website optimization, and user experience.

Building Services & SuppliersHome Products & ServicesSpecialty ServicesCascadeWoman-owned

Since 2014, Fuchsia Design has made its mark designing custom homes for the luxury housing market. With their background in construction and design, the Fuchsia Design team tackles every detail of a home from collaboration with the architect through plumbing diagrams, electrical plans, custom cabinetry, and silverware in the drawer.

Business ServicesFamily-owned

Furtherd° is a strategy innovation agency that challenges businesses to think bigger and shift their approach in order to create a more resilient future. We also act as managing partners for New Futures Lab, a design-led innovation team reimagining the role of packaging as it relates to food mobility, access, and waste reduction. Food Mobility as our lab has defined it, is the equitable and sustainable movement of nutrients through communities, from cultivation, to consumption to value recovery.

Arts & EntertainmentCommunity OrganizationsKids & FamilyEastownUptownOnline Purchasing

Circle Theatre has a mission to enrich, entertain, and educate through exceptional theatrical arts.See More

Community OrganizationsCity of Grand RapidsWoman-owned

GROW provides entrepreneurial training, networking, finances, and business counseling to create and strengthen businesses.

Home Products & ServicesManufacturingHolland

A custom woodworking shop committed to the concept of build local, buy local. Using rescued and repurposed materials to create culinary products and handcrafted furniture, as well as your next project.

Restaurants, Food & BeveragesMinority-owned

Specializing in artisan breads, pastries, and gourmet pizzas, we are a neighborhood bakery in Heritage Hill that prides itself on staying true to artisanal baking styles. Using only high quality natural ingredients, we hand make breads combining old-world customs with modern techniques. Pizzas are made on Union Street while breads and pastries are made on Lyon Street.

Community OrganizationsCity of Grand RapidsOnline Purchasing

The Grand Rapids Children's Museum celebrates childhood and the joy of learning by providing hands-on exhibits that inspire learning and encourage self-directed exploration through open-ended play.See More

Restaurants, Food & BeveragesUptownWealthy Street

A former 1920’s neighborhood service station finds new life as a full service bar serving truly authentic Mexican food.

Restaurants, Food & BeveragesCity of Grand Rapids

Reds at Thousand Oaks provides a dining experience like no other. The modern design provides a warm, friendly atmosphere for guests to enjoy hand cut steaks, seafood, specialty pizzas, and hand crafted appetizers. Reds features a two tier patio overlooking the award winning Thousand Oaks Golf Course, and cozy fire pits to relax at while enjoying a glass of wine from our extensive wine list.

Building Services & Suppliers

We’re more than just a construction company. From planning, preconstruction, and development, to construction and property management, we provide solutions to meet our clients’ needs. We’re Rockford, builders of a changing world, and what we do is groundbreaking.

Business ServicesWestsideFamily-ownedCurbside Pick UpStorefront

Swift Printing.com is a local union print shop that believes in its employees, using the latest technology, exceeding our customers' expectations, and supporting the community.See More

Business ServicesGreater Grand RapidsVeteran-owned

DK Security offers premier security and investigations services across Michigan and Ohio.See More

Grocery

Fine wine shop featuring over sixty Michigan wines, local micro brews, liquor, and specialty foods, many locally produced.

Restaurants, Food & BeveragesCity of Grand Rapids

Gilmore Catering has an extensive management team filled with the best event, party, and meeting planners. From coordinators to organizers to managers, we have your needs covered with over 100 years of combined experience in the event planning industry in Grand Rapids, Michigan, and the lakeshore. We’ll make sure your social or corporate event is executed perfectly from beginning to end.

Restaurants, Food & BeveragesHollandEmployee-ownedFamily-owned

In 2015, we introduced you to our love of great beers and a good time.  The driving force for opening our doors was YOU, the residents of the city we love and have always called home. The first step was to introduce the Westerlunds and provide a local hotspot showcasing our hand-crafted beers. After quickly accomplishing that, the direction shifted to ensure that our friends in Holland are ALWAYS our number one priority.

Kids & FamilySpecialty Retail28th StreetCity of Grand RapidsGreater Grand RapidsHollandMuskegonWyoming-KentwoodFamily-ownedWoman-ownedAppointment OnlyCurbside Pick UpStorefront

School music specialists providing rent-to-own instruments for band and orchestra. We are the highest level of Yamaha dealer in the state of Michigan and provide only brand-name, teacher-preferred instruments and accessories. Our experienced repair technicians provide reliable repairs and our retail locations offer a variety of musical gifts, sheet music, keyboards, drum kits, and other accessories.

Restaurants, Food & BeveragesMonroe

Linear is a modern American restaurant located along the Grand River with indoor and outdoor seating. Featuring an evolving, seasonal menu, our dishes are made from scratch and thoughtfully presented. Linear has a full bar with handmade cocktails, craft beer, and approachable wine list. Our atmosphere is modern and chill.

Business ServicesHealth & WellnessSpecialty ServicesMinority-ownedWoman-ownedAppointment Only

Mission: To cultivate beautiful experiences of authenticity that inspire and influence others to live authentically! As a speaker, event host and cultural educator. Mediums include multimedia production, blogging, one-on-one and group workshops.

Restaurants, Food & BeveragesCity of Grand RapidsWoman-owned

Furniture City Creamery is a small batch, locally-focused, and socially conscious craft ice cream and dessert shop designed to idealize and modernize the ice cream shops of old.

Business ServicesComputers, Web & TelecomSpecialty ServicesByron CenterGreater Grand RapidsEmployee-ownedFamily-ownedAppointment OnlyDelivery

We help frustrated businesses with their technology challenges by providing support, solutions, and most importantly “speaking human”. If it’s on the web, or has a chip in it, we can help!

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Restaurants, Food & BeveragesWyoming-KentwoodFamily-owned

Noble is a leader in our community in the breakfast and lunch segment with regards to healthy lifestyle dining. Gluten free, dairy free, vegetarian, and clean label.

Banking & FinanceGreater Grand Rapids

United Bank has served West Michigan since 1887 and is committed to excellence in the delivery of a wide array of financial services including mortgage lending, commercial lending, insurance, and investments. Locally owned and operated with 12 full-service locations. (Jenison, Shelbyville and Clarksville locations not listed here, please visit the United Bank website for more information).

Restaurants, Food & BeveragesHolland

Wine Spectator’s “Best of the Best” rating: 700 wines, 200 beers, innovative cuisine, fine dining restaurant, elegant banquet room, lively pub and cocktail lounge, summer terrace, knowledgeable servers, and Butch.

Event Planning & CateringHolland

Atop our hotel, CityVu Events features floor-to-ceiling views of Lake Macatawa, Windmill Island, and downtown Holland. Seating up to 150 guests, CityVu is perfect for corporate meetings, dinners, and social events. On the first floor, we have our Boardroom and Conference Rooms, both of which include audio-visual presentation options.

Specialty ServicesCity of Grand Rapids

Working with area schools and NPOs, CMC Education provides media literacy, video production, and stop-motion animation training to students of all ages in our hands-on classes. A service of Community Media Center.

Restaurants, Food & BeveragesUptownWealthy StreetMinority-owned

A locally-focused neighborhood pub with an award-winning kitchen. We grow our own vegetables and herbs in our expansive urban garden across the street.

Banking & FinanceCascadeWoman-ownedStorefront

We are a locally-owned and controlled full service CPA firm providing audit, tax, accounting, and advisory services. We have been proudly serving the community for over eighty years.See More

LegalEast HillsUptownWoman-owned

Thacker Sleight is a boutique law firm specializing in sensitive, life-altering events and the legal issues that surround them. Our practice groups have expertise in divorce, collaborative divorce, child custody, mediation, estate planning, business formation, business valuation needs, and property settlements.

PhotographyWyoming-KentwoodMinority-ownedWoman-ownedAppointment Only

Mission: To cultivate beautiful experiences of authenticity that inspire and influence others to live authentically! As a speaker, event host and cultural educator. Mediums include multimedia production, blogging, one-on-one and group workshops.

Community OrganizationsKids & FamilyWoman-owned

Non-Profit Early Education and Childcare inspired by the Reggio Philosophy focusing on nature and community based educational opportunities.See More

Restaurants, Food & BeveragesLowell

Flat River Grill is a treasure, providing Lowell with a wonderful location for quality dining, refreshing ambiance and community camaraderie. Transformed from the historic Bergin building on main street and nestled alongside the Flat River and Lowell Showboat, Flat River Grill offers its guests a nostalgic atmosphere and warmth. Cheerful and filled with tantalizing smells from the open kitchen and classic wood-fired grill, our chefs prepare traditional favorites with a flair indicative of a Gilmore Collection Restaurant. Special occasions and casual evenings out are equally suited for a night at Flat River, with our comfortable decor, smart service and outstanding food.

Restaurants, Food & BeveragesFamily-ownedMinority-ownedWoman-owned

Specializing in homemade cookies using quality ingredients. We can design a dessert table as simple or as elegant as you like - parties, weddings, open houses, and other special events.

Specialty RetailEastownUptownLGBTQ+ OwnedWoman-ownedCurbside Pick UpOnline Gift CardsOnline PurchasingStorefront

Spirit Dreams….the store with a conscience focusing on holistic health, wellness, spiritual growth and gifts with meaning. Since 1994, a popular shop specializing in aromatherapy, natural body care, crystals, incense and candles, jewelry, local art, books, music, cards, and gifts.

Automotive28th Street

Family owned & operated in Grand Rapids since 1966 - celebrating over 53 years of serving West Michigan! Automotive sales, service & full body shop. Cadillac & Lexus new vehicles, Certified & Pre-Owned of all makes & models. Our Outlet store offers affordable used cars, mostly around $15,000.

Marketing, Advertising & PRSpecialty ServicesHollandWoman-owned

We offer a full array of strategic marketing and consulting services to bring a business from conception to success!See More

Restaurants, Food & BeveragesBoston SquareMinority-ownedWoman-owned

We exist to change the narrative of coffee to be more sustainable, equitable, and inclusive.See More

Banking & Finance28th StreetAdaCity of Grand RapidsGrand HavenGreater Grand RapidsHollandHudsonvilleJenisonLowellMuskegonRockfordWyoming-KentwoodZeelandStorefront

Lake Michigan Credit Union is the largest credit union in Michigan. Established in 1933, we help our 520,000+ members earn more and pay less by offering a full range of financial services, from high interest-bearing checking accounts to affordable personal loans, mortgages, investments, and commercial banking. Anyone can join! Visit LMCU.org today and experience the LMCU difference.See More

Floral & Garden

Tree care, pruning, tree removal, stump grinding, lot clearing, consultation, and diagnosis.

Restaurants, Food & BeveragesEast Fulton

Always voted Grand Rapids Best Delicatessen. All salad, soups, breads are from scratch. Imported cheeses, pastrami, corned beef, roast beef made in house.

PhotographyCity of Grand RapidsWoman-ownedAppointment Only

Mod Bettie Portrait Boutique is a photography studio on a mission to empower women by creating a safe and supportive environment for female self-expression. You’ll feel stunning, timeless, and truly like the most important person in the room. Personal Branding, Contemporary Glamour & Boudoir, all with a BOLD twist.

Community OrganizationsLegalCity of Grand Rapids

Facing legal problems alone? The Legal Assistance Center offers free legal information, forms, resources, guidance, and referrals for basic civil legal issues including family: Divorce, custody, paternity, child support, and parenting time. Housing: Eviction, security deposits, repairs. Consumer: Garnishment, payment plans, and probate - guardianship.

Restaurants, Food & BeveragesGaslight VillageFamily-owned

Olive’s is your place, right in your own neighborhood. We offer globally inspired cuisine while using locally sourced products whenever possible. Come in and try one of our ten-ounce martinis and stay for the company of friends and family.

Community OrganizationsCity of Grand Rapids

Encouraging events and promotions in Downtown Grand Rapids. The events that capture our attention are those that energize merchants, provide cultural enhancement, and brand Grand Rapids as a place of inclusion, vitality, community, culture and entertainment.

Business ServicesComputers, Web & TelecomMarketing, Advertising & PRCity of Grand RapidsEmployee-owned

What sets us apart as an IT company is our ability to provide an all encompassing service. We will administer your technology and ensure integration with existing systems.

Arts & EntertainmentKids & FamilySpecialty ServicesGrandvilleFamily-ownedLGBTQ+ OwnedWoman-ownedAppointment Only

Messy Hands is a home based childcare located in Grandville. We are open Monday through Thursday. We've been licensed for 2 years now, with a 3 star rating from GSQ. We focus on learning through play, with a special focus on messy play (hence our name).See More

Specialty Retail28th StreetGreater Grand RapidsFamily-ownedOnline Gift CardsStorefront

Custom framing for 50 years. We are your local picture frame designing experts.See More

Pets & VeterinaryCity of Grand RapidsWoman-owned

City dog and people training. A Pleasant Dog helps dogs and their owners thrive in an urban environment through positive reinforcement training.

Arts & EntertainmentRestaurants, Food & BeveragesCity of Grand Rapids

The reason why people keep returning to our six restaurants is no secret. We believe in the simple principle of delivering a memorable experience through our food, atmosphere, and service.

Marketing, Advertising & PRLowellFamily-owned

We own eight local newspapers across West Michigan. We also have a complete full-service printing facility. No project is too small or too large for us.

Health & Wellness

A free medical clinic providing health education, screening, and medical care to low income and under-insured residents of our community.

Restaurants, Food & BeveragesHeartsideFamily-ownedMinority-ownedWoman-ownedCurbside Pick UpOnline Gift CardsOnline PurchasingStorefront

GRNoir celebrates global and American wine and jazz in a space that is welcoming and accessible to everyone. It is a place for joy, a space to laugh and love, to share stories and meet friends old and new.

Marketing, Advertising & PRHollandWestsideEmployee-ownedAppointment Only

Established as a nimble, cost-efficient, and effective resource, Next Creative Co. creates distinctive branding and marketing communications for clients large and small.See More

Business ServicesMarketing, Advertising & PRCity of Grand RapidsMinority-ownedWoman-owned

Little Space Studio is a co-working space designed with Grand Rapids creative professionals and startups in mind. We support a diverse group of individuals in their work by providing access to workspace, materials, technology, community, and educational resources they need to be the best creative professionals they can be.

Real Estate & Relocation

Ryan Ogle offers a unique approach to the real estate market using contemporary and innovative marketing strategies and a strong familiarity with the Grand Rapids neighborhoods. Whether you are planning to buy or sell, we can help!

Business ServicesMinority-owned

T. Lauchiè & Associates is a professional development firm that offers a unique menu of services tailored to meet individual needs and corporate goals that point toward success. With a cadre of training, instructional and coaching resources, we offer each client solutions to bridging the “success gap” between goals and accomplishment.

Kids & FamilyGrandvilleFamily-ownedWoman-owned

My Buddies Child Care is a small diverse childcare. We are a play-focused program capitalizing on each child's strengths and interests.See More

Restaurants, Food & BeveragesUptownWealthy StreetFamily-ownedMinority-ownedWoman-owned

A neighborhood diner open for breakfast, lunch and dinner daily.

Restaurants, Food & BeveragesFamily-owned

The Grill Room doesn’t pretend to be anything other than what it is - a luxurious chop house and grill. Every detail and subtle nuance has been slaved over to offer our guests the highest quality in both dining and setting. The atmosphere is superb and warm with tuscan tones, atmospheric lighting, classically cool music, and the ever-popular black leather booth. The menu focuses on the steaks and chops, and makes no apologies for it. The steaks are prime USDA choice, the seafood selection immaculate, and the wine and beverage list is top shelf. The beauty of The Grill Room is the relaxed and unpretentious atmosphere in the wake of the over-the-top quality of the menu and service. The Grill Room truly is the gem of the lakeshore.

Legal

Miller Johnson attorneys provide legal services in business/corporate, employment and labor, litigation, and personal matters like estate planning and family law.

Computers, Web & TelecomEast FultonWoman-owned

When you work with Green Cup Digital, you get personalized attention from a team of professionals with the experience to build the best representation of your business online. Our specialties include Website Design and Management, Search Engine Optimization services, Social Media Management Services, and Blog Management. You didn't get into business to mess with the internet, but we did.See More

Restaurants, Food & BeveragesHollandFamily-owned

Great food and family friendly casual dining. Full menu available inside or outside on our waterfront patio. Banquets and catering for all size events, onsite or offsite.

Restaurants, Food & BeveragesFamily-owned

The Kirby House is the place to meet and eat in Grand Haven. A community favorite for excellent food, live entertainment, and simple relaxation with friends and family. Formerly a historic hotel of note, The Kirby House retains its old-world charm, while providing all the pleasantries of new world fare and hospitality. Come check out the brand new island bar, with five new HDTVs. Within walking distance of the shores of Lake Michigan, The Kirby House transcends the level of simple restaurant, and is the destination in Grand Haven for all things fun. The primarily American-influenced menu is incredibly diverse and is exemplary in its attention to culinary detail and passion.

Event Planning & CateringRestaurants, Food & BeveragesMichigan StreetMinority-owned

As a full service company, we not only meet but exceed all expectations; from the planning to the pouring and the staging to the serving. With each plate set and every glass poured, our professionally trained staff provides unsurpassed service.

Home Products & ServicesReal Estate & RelocationCity of Grand RapidsWoman-owned

We are a lot of things, such as Grand Rapids experts, animal lovers, coffee bingers, beer enthusiasts, and concert junkies. Professionally, we are an energetic team here to help you with all of your real estate needs whether you are looking to buy, sell, or lease. But that’s what every real estate agent says, right? So, what makes us different? Exceptional customer service. Accessibility. Knowledge. Honesty. FUN!

Restaurants, Food & BeveragesCity of Grand Rapids

At Bistro Bella Vita, we’re driven by passion, servant leadership, and most importantly, exceptional dining experiences. Our specialty is modern French and Italian cuisine made from scratch with as many sustainably-sourced ingredients as possible.

InsuranceCascadeCity of Grand RapidsGreater Grand RapidsWyoming-KentwoodEmployee-owned

Insurit Agency is a local independent insurance agency that works for you. We work with our clients to find the best fit solution to protect them, their assets, and their families. We represent most of the major companies nationally and regionally. We specialize in Auto, Home, and business insurance.See More

Business Services

A full service print shop catering to businesses large and small, as well as personal printing. Emphasis on service and quality.

Business ServicesEastownUptown

Digital and offset printing.

Banking & Finance

We partner with our clients to deliver a personalized package of accounting, taxation, valuation, and advisory services at one flat rate. Unlike other CPA firms that record hours and minutes spent, we record results.

Building Services & SuppliersCity of Grand Rapids

Experts in LEED certification and green building design and construction practices. Energy efficiency services include energy audits, systems modeling and design, and tax incentives.

Building Services & SuppliersHealth & WellnessSpecialty ServicesFamily-owned

Hydroz is West Michigan’s bottle-less commercial, industrial, and residential water purification partner.

Computers, Web & TelecomSpecialty ServicesEastownUptown

City Innovation Labs builds and designs innovative software. Web, mobile, desktop and IoT - we build you the right product the first time.

Specialty RetailHollandFamily-owned

John Silva and Son. Custom jewelry design and repair. Diamonds, colored gemstones, fossils, and exotic gifts. We offer same-day repair service, done in-house. We also buy gold and silver and sell gold and bullion, and we offer laser eyeglass repair. You can find us on Yelp.

Health & WellnessCity of Grand RapidsFamily-owned

GRWELL is the only integrated alternative health clinic in the Downtown/Heritage Hill area. Using a holistic approach, we specialize in hands-on, natural, non-surgical pain relief and physical wellness.

Arts & EntertainmentMediaPhotographyWoman-ownedOnline Purchasing

Wildcrest Studio is a natural light, lifestyle photographer. I aim to capture your imagination, your most valuable moments and your impeccable work through peerless, stunning photographs. Although I dabble in a little bit of everything, I am mainly focused on weddings + brand photography!

Specialty RetailCity of Grand Rapids

Black Monument has been designing and crafting memorials for over 100 years. Family owned and operated.

Health & WellnessFamily-ownedMinority-ownedWoman-owned

A pediatric and family practice office in East Grand Rapids eager to serve the community.

Restaurants, Food & BeveragesHolland

Serving coffee by Madcap Coffee Company and Stovetop Coffee Roasters. Enjoy espresso beverages, tea, smoothies, milkshakes, and more in a relaxed atmosphere. Baked goods made fresh daily. Gluten-free and vegan options. Free wi-fi.

Building Services & SuppliersCity of Grand RapidsFamily-owned

Bishop Distributing provides industry leading brands and innovative new flooring solutions for retailers and commercial applications in Michigan, Indiana, and Ohio.

Banking & Finance

CPAs providing accounting, auditing, business consulting, business valuation, and tax planning and preparation services to small and medium-sized businesses.

Community Organizations

A non-profit organization promoting business practices that demonstrate environmental stewardship, economic vitality, and social responsibly through education and collaboration.

Business ServicesAdaFamily-ownedVeteran-owned

DentaChoice is a state-of-the-art mobile dental service company specializing in onsite handpiece repairs and equipment sales/service; providing faster repairs, quality products, and personalized superior service at competitive prices.

ManufacturingRestaurants, Food & BeveragesSpecialty RetailHollandEmployee-ownedFamily-owned

In 2015, we introduced you to our love of great beers and a good time.  The driving force for opening our doors was YOU, the residents of the city we love and have always called home. The first step was to introduce the Westerlunds and provide a local hotspot showcasing our hand-crafted beers. After quickly accomplishing that, the direction shifted to ensure that our friends in Holland are ALWAYS our number one priority.