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Every bite a story.  - Allora, Grand Rapids, MI

Allora

4.8
4.8
15 Reviews
$50 and over
Italian
201 Monroe Ave NW, Grand Rapids, MI 49503-2212

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 8 times today

About this restaurant

  • Fancy
  • Great for creative cocktails
  • Romantic
Nestled near Lyon Square and the Grand River’s edge, Allora brings a coastal Italian spirit to the heart of Downtown Grand Rapids.

Here, every plate begins with a story—of a fisherman’s early haul, a farmer’s quiet devotion, a family recipe passed down through time. Allora’s seafood-forward menu reimagines coastal Italian classics with care, craft, and a sense of occasion.

You’ll also find handmade pastas, bespoke cocktails, heritage chicken, beautifully prepared steaks, and more—each offering its own chapter in the story we’re telling.

We source meticulously—from Michigan’s most passionate growers, Italy’s expert artisans, and trusted purveyors of the sea—ensuring that every bite is rich with intention and flavor.

Located within walking distance of DeVos Place and the Amway Grand Plaza, Allora invites guests to linger a little longer, savor a little deeper, and celebrate the moment, one plate at a time.

Because when words fail, food speaks.

And then… Allora.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Elegant Dining
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Seafood
  • Hours of operation
    Tue, Wed 4:30 pm–10:00 pm Thu–Sat 4:30 pm–11:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive chef
    Luke VerHulst
  • Neighborhood
    Grand Rapids
  • Cross street
    Lyon and Monroe in Downtown Grand Rapids
  • Parking details
    None
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Kosher, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, Wine

What 15 people are saying

Allora reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.9Service
  • 4.9Ambience
  • 4.3Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Allora offers a "gorgeous" interior and "amazing service" with a menu that delights, featuring standout dishes like tiramisu and a carefully curated wine list. Diners enjoy its "cozy yet modern atmosphere" and "attentive and knowledgeable" staff. While slightly pricey for some, the overall experience is "truly special."

15 Reviews
  1. Michael VIP

    Grand Rapids45 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    FANTASTIC! My wife and i had been looking forward to Allora’s opening for quite some time. Each IG post increased our curiosity. Our server was great as she introduced us to the menu and provided descriptions and recommendations. The yellow fin appetizer and burrata were our favorites starters. The fried peppercorns accenting the yellow fin were a perfect crunchy/salty addition. The meatballs were also very good. It’s evident the pastas are made in house. The bucatini had a perfect “bite” with a sauce that had incredible flavor while still being light. The fried pork chop was good but I’m really looking forward to trying more pastas and the fresh fish when we come back. The limone dessert is, I think , the best dessert I’ve had in all our years of dining in GR. It’s a must order. Food - 5 stars! Service- 5+ stars! Every staff member we encountered was friendly, attentive, and personable. Ambience- 5 stars! Love how The Reserve was remodeled into an open inviting space with an upscale vibe. Love the color choices and design decisions and so happy the painting from the first year of art prize still provides a focal point for the dining room. Value- 5 stars! There are choices! We love taking our time and enjoying the dining experience and the breadth of a menu. Enjoy yourself! We had a couple next to us that clearly didn’t get the memo about enjoying the experience and having patience in a new restaurant’s first week. Their server and the staff should erase them from memory. Hope week 1 is a resounding success. We look forward to coming back many times and adding Allorna to the list of restaurants we love. Thank you!
    AlloraResponded 2 days ago
    Hi Michael, thank you so much for your detailed review of your first experience at Allora! We are beyond happy to hear how much you enjoyed your experience, from the meal and drinks to the staff and ambiance, thank you so much for sharing your kind words and we hope to welcome you back again soon!

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  2. May VIP

    New York City10 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    What a great night at Allora!!! The ambiance was beautiful and the food was great. Our service was wonderful and our sever had such a great knowledge of the menu already. We were super impressed. Even more impressed that everything went so well during opening week. Can’t wait to go back!
    AlloraResponded 2 days ago
    Hi May, thank you for reviewing us! We are so happy to know you had a great experience with us during our first week of opening and we can't wait to welcome you again!

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  3. David

    Grand Rapids1 review

    4.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Allora was a good experience. For me the highlight was our server Madi. Chill, aware, and great to talk with. The food was good but at the end of the day for the price it was slightly over priced. For a nice dinner we will be back but for the price there our other options in the area that can scratch that itch. Thanks
    AlloraResponded 2 days ago
    Hi David, thank you for reviewing us! We're happy to hear you enjoyed your dining experience with us, and we appreciate your feedback. We truly regret that the food did not meet your expectations, and we hope you'll visit us again so we can share a 5-star dinner with you!

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  4. Tim VIP

    Grand Rapids5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent menu, all 4 of our courses were delightful. Fantastic staff, very helpful and engaging.
    AlloraResponded 2 days ago
    Hi Tim, thank you for reviewing us! We're so happy to know you enjoyed your dining experience with us and we hope to welcome you again soon!

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  5. Kathy VIP

    Grand Rapids55 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Beautiful interior and small nice touches for the tables. Our server was attentive without being over bearing. Nice wine and cocktail selection.
    AlloraResponded 2 days ago
    Hi Kathy, thank you for reviewing us! We're so happy to hear you enjoyed your dining experience with us, and we appreciate your feedback so we know where we can improve, we cannot wait to welcome you again!

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  6. Duncan

    Grand Rapids1 review

    4.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Overall a great experience. The food was delicious - definitely don’t skip the tiramisu, it’s so unique and probably the best I’ve ever had. Service was fantastic. Levi is a gem. He is so personable and gave us a ton of great suggestions.
    AlloraResponded 2 days ago
    Hi Duncan , thank you for reviewing us! We're so happy to hear you enjoyed your dining experience with us and we cannot wait to welcome you again!

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  7. Kim

    Grand Rapids3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We thoroughly enjoyed our experience at Allora. The restaurant design is gorgeous and the menu is perfect. Our server was excellent. Loved it in every way. We will be back!
    AlloraResponded 2 days ago
    Hi Kim, thank you for reviewing us! We're so happy to hear you enjoyed your dining experience with us and we cannot wait to welcome you again!

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  8. Ricky

    Las Vegas1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 19, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food, attentive and knowledgeable service staff.
    AlloraResponded on April 21, 2025
    Hi Ricky, thank you for reviewing us! We are so happy you dined with us and had a great experience. We can't wait to welcome you again soon!

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  9. Michael

    San Francisco3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 18, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing service and incredible food! The interior is beautiful and I appreciated that it wasn’t too loud. We will definitely return soon.
    AlloraResponded on April 21, 2025
    Hi Michael, thank you for reviewing us! We are so happy you dined with us and had a great experience. We can't wait to welcome you again soon!

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  10. Miranda

    Grand Rapids5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 16, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    What a delightful coastal Italian experience! From the service to the cocktails and, the star of the show: the mouth watering food, Allora delivered an unforgettable evening from start to finish! A few surprises along the way include: an expansive cocktail menu with mixology level NA options, a catch of the day and a filet that trumps a traditional steakhouse cut, believe it or not! The meal was gluten friendly with careful preparation and attention and the dessert was both beautiful and delicious. We tried several dishes from the Ragu to the bucatini, oysters to octopus, filet to grouper and some salads and sides. I can’t wait to go back to Allora, the only downside is the parking can be tricky with the location on the corner of Lyon and Monroe +construction but nothing we couldnt handle. Service was impeccable, Emily was lovely and worked so well with us and everyone on the floor. Meal was pretty to look at, the right temperature and timely. You won’t be sorry you tried Allora!
    AlloraResponded on April 21, 2025
    Hi Miranda, thank you for reviewing us! We are so overjoyed you dined with us and had a such great experience. Thank you for sharing and we can't wait to welcome you again soon!

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 8 times today
Google Map for Allora

201 Monroe Ave NW, Grand Rapids, MI 49503-2212

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Lyon and Monroe in Downtown Grand Rapids
  • Neighborhood
    Grand Rapids
  • Hours of operation
    Tue, Wed 4:30 pm–10:00 pm Thu–Sat 4:30 pm–11:00 pm
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Seafood
  • Dining style
    Elegant Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    None
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Luke VerHulst
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Kosher, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, Wine
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