Forty Pearl

Name: Forty Pearl
Address: 40 Pearl St NW, Ste 110, Grand Rapids, MI, United States, 49503
Telephone: (616) 608-7741
Price range: $30 and under
Rating: 4.1

4.1

485 Reviews

$30 and under

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Forty Pearl is a sensory Pure Michigan experience in the heart of Downtown Grand Rapids. Our mission is to showcase Michigan wines and small-batch wineries by pairing them with adventurous bites and sourcing seasonal ingredients locally. We are a collective of Michigan-based winemakers, chefs, storytellers, and characters.

Originally opened by Ed and Robert Brengman as a tasting room to showcase their award-winning wines and bring a taste of Traverse City to Grand Rapids, Forty Pearl has grown to be a neighborhood gem in Grand Rapids.

We’d put Michigan up with the best of ‘em for producing some of the finest wine, cocktails, and food and we strive to showcase this in every glass and plate served. Our restaurant is best suited for adults.

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Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Dec 5, 2023

7:00 PM

Booked 8 times today

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
American, Wine Bar, Bistro
Hours of operation
Dinner Tue–Thu 3:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 3:00 pm–10:00 pm Happy Hour Tue–Fri 3:00 pm–6:00 pm
Phone number
(616) 608-7741
Website
https://www.fortypearlgr.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Owned/operated by
LGBTQ+, Women
Executive chef
Deb Creswell

Location
40 Pearl St NW, Ste 110, Grand Rapids, MI 49503
Neighborhood
Grand Rapids
Cross street
Our entrance is on Ottawa St. just South of the Pearl/Ottawa intersection
Parking details
Street Parking, Parking Garage, or various Parking Lots in the vicinity
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Popular dishes

Champagne Brut, Paul Laurent Vineyard, Champagne, France
Aged on the lees for 21 months, this blend of 62% Pinot Noir, 28% Pinot Meunier, and 10% Chardonnay
- Glass$14.00
- Bottle$60.00
Grace Rose, Mawby Vineyards, Leelanau County, MI
Blend of Pinot Noir 79%, Chardonnay, 19%, & Regent 2%
- Glass$12.00
- Bottle$40.00
Clementine Brut Rose, Coeur Clémentine Vineyard, Provence, France
A 100% Grenache. Dry to the bone
- Glass$8.00
- Bottle$30.00
Bervini Prosecco, Bervini Vineyards, Prosecco, Italy
Lingering streams of tiny bubbles release citrus and floral aromas. Notes of candied lemon peel and peach blossom are complemented by balanced acidity and pleasant minerality on the lasting finish
- Glass$8.00
- Bottle$30.00
Moscato, Foris Vineyards, Rogue Valley, Oregon
2020 - White Peach, Pear, Orange Blossom & honeysuckle
- Glass$8.00
- Bottle$30.00

Rose

Pinot Noir Rose, Brengman Brothers, Leelanau Peninsula, MI
2021 - Won Best Rose in the Country!!
- Glass$10.00
- Bottle$32.00
Traverse Coast Rose, Brengman Brothers, Leelanau Peninsula, MI
2020 - A Rose made from a blend of Pinot Noir, Riesling, & Gewurztraminer
- Glass$8.00
- Bottle$30.00
Evidence Rose, Château Ferry Lacombe, Côtes de Provence, France
2020 - This wine is ripe and smooth, with good balance between the texture and rounded red fruits
- Glass$12.00
- Bottle$40.00

Other Whites

Block 65 Brengman Brothers, Leelanau Peninsula, MI
2021 - Blend of Pinot Gris, Riesling, & Gewurztraminer
- Glass$8.00
- Bottle$30.00
Pinot Gris Reserve, Gustave Lorentz Vineyard, Alsace, France
2019 - Charming & complex nose of dried & smoky white fruits. Very pleasant, fruit- forward, with a very enjoyable & dry finish thanks to its balanced acidity
- Glass$12.00
- Bottle$40.00
Pinot Gris, Brengman Brothers, Leelanau Peninsula, MI
2021 - Fresh, spicy flavor & notes of tropical fruit, stone fruit, & citrus
- Glass$9.00
- Bottle$35.00
Dagudscht, Brengman Brothers, Leelanau Peninsula, MI
2021 - A true Wiener Gemischter Satz, blend of eight grapes
- Glass$8.00
- Bottle$30.00
Viognier, Brengman Brothers, Leelanau Peninsula, MI
2019 - Dry, but the richness produces an impression of sweetness. Fermented & aged in a neutral French oak for 12 months
- Glass$12.00
- Bottle$40.00
Muscat, Brengman Brothers, Leelanau Peninsula, MI
2021 - Tropical fruit notes with zesty orange & a sweeter spiciness. Bone dry
- Glass$12.00
- Bottle$40.00
Chenin Blanc, Brengman Brothers, Leelanau Peninsula, MI
2021 - Aged for 6 months in French oak barrels
- Glass$10.00
- Bottle$40.00
Grüner Veltliner, Hopler Vineyard, Burgenland, Austria
2020 - Green Apple, Lime, with a slight White Pepper Finish
- Glass$8.00
- Bottle$30.00
Vouvray, Benoit Gautier Vineyards, Loire Valley, France
2018 - Notes of Pear, Green Plum & verbena. Silky in texture, with a soft mouthfeel
- Glass$9.00
- Bottle$35.00

Riesling

Auslese, Brengman Brothers, Leelanau Peninsula, MI
2016 - Dessert riesling. Peach on the palate accented with red fruit
- Glass$11.00
- Bottle$30.00
Spatlese, St. Christopher Vineyards, Mosel, Germany
2019 - Fruity and crisp. Medium acidity, medium body, and medium finish
- Glass$8.00
- Bottle$30.00
2021 Spatlese, Brengman Brothers Vineyard Leelanau Peninsula, MI
2021 - Sweet Riesling
- Glass$9.00
- Bottle$35.00
Kabinett, Spreitzer Oestericher Vineyard, Rheingau, Germany
2018 - Medium Dry Riesling
- Glass$12.00
- Bottle$40.00
2021 Kabinett, Brengman Brothers Vineyard, Leelanau Peninsula, MI
2021 - Medium Dry Riesling
- Glass$9.00
- Bottle$35.00
2016 Cold Sophie, Brengman Brothers, Leelanau Peninsula, MI
Meduim Dry Riesling
- Glass$6.00
- Bottle$15.00
2015 Cold Sophie, Brengman Brothers, Leelanau Peninsula, MI
Dry Riesling
- Glass$6.00
- Bottle$15.00
Trocken, Brengman Brothers, Leelanau Peninsula, MI
2020 - Dry Riesling
- Glass$8.00
- Bottle$30.00

Gewurztraminer

2011 Gewurztraminer, Brengman Brothers, Leelanau Peninsula, MI
Pleasant rose petal and peppery flavors
- Glass$9.00
- Bottle$35.00
2012 Gewurztraminer, Brengman Brothers, Leelanau Peninsula, MI
Palate of classic Gewurz flavors of ginger, nectarine & cinnamon
- Glass$9.00
- Bottle$35.00
2021 Gewurztraminer, Brengman Brothers, Leelanau Peninsula, MI
2021 - Off Dry Gewürztraminer
- Glass$9.00
- Bottle$35.00

Chardonnay

Marland Chardonnay, Wyncroft Vineyards, Pullman, MI
2018 - Stainless steel aged Chardonnay
- Glass$8.00
- Bottle$30.00
Barrel Chardonnay, Brengman Brothers, Leelanau Peninsula, MI
2020 - Barrel Chardonnay aged for 12 months in French Barrels
- Glass$13.00
- Bottle$45.00
Chablis Premier Cru, Domaine Louis Moreau, Burgundy, France
2019 - Fruity and vivid, with floral notes and hints of apple and pear
- Glass$14.00
- Bottle$60.00
Concrete Chardonnay, Brengman Brothers, Leelanau Peninsula, MI
2021 - Concrete Chardonnay aged for 12 months in a concrete egg
- Glass$12.00
- Bottle$40.00

Sauvignon Blanc

Sauvignon Blanc, Brengman Brothers, Leelanau Peninsula, MI
2017 - Lime, green apple, passion fruit and white peach
- Glass$9.00
- Bottle$35.00
Sauvignon Blanc/Semillon, Wyncroft Marland Vineyards, Pullman, MI
2019 - A classic blend reminiscent of the Bordeaux region of France
- Glass$9.00
- Bottle$30.00
New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc, Astrolabe Vineyards, Marlborough, New Zealand
2021 - Medium-bodied, with strong flavors of lime, passionfruit, lemongrass
- Glass$10.00
- Bottle$40.00
Sauvignon Blanc/Semillon, Brengman Brothers, Leelanau Peninsula, MI
2021 - Soft, well rounded texture with aromas and flavors of apple, lemon, gooseberry, nectarines & pineapple
- Glass$12.00
- Bottle$40.00

Red Selection

Pinot Noir

2012 Pinot Noir, Brengman Brothers, Leelanau Peninsula, MI
Library Collection. Also available in "Demi" Half Bottle
- Bottle$32.00
2016 Marland Pinot Noir, Wyncroft Vineyards, Pullman, MI
Platte of Pie Cherries, Pomegranates, Red Currants, Tea and Spices
- Glass$8.00
- Bottle$30.00
2016 Pinot Noir, Brengman Brothers, Leelanau Peninsula, MI
Platte of Toffee, Autumn Olive & Beeswax, with layers of Satin Tannins
- Magnum (Bottle)$99.00
2020 Pinot Noir, King Estate, Willamette Valley, Oregon
Flavors of fresh strawberry, black cherry, red plum, forest floor, tea & rose hips
- Glass$15.00
- Bottle$65.00
2021 Pinot Noir, Brengman Brothers, Leelanau Peninsula, MI
Aged for 12 months in French oak barrels
- Glass$13.00
- Bottle$50.00

Italian Reds

Etna Rosso, Pietradolce Vineyards, Sicily, Italy
2016 - 100% Nerello Mascalese. From the valcanic Island of Sicily. Very rare Red Wine
- Glass$17.00
- Bottle$75.00
Superiore Classico, Tenuta Santa Maria, Valpolicella Ripasso DOC, Italy
2018 - Soft & warm, structured velvet tannins & a very balanced acidity
- Glass$13.00
- Bottle$50.00
Nebbiolo, Monsecco Colline Novaresi, Piedmont, Italy
2016 - The queen of Italian reds. Dried cherry, rose petal, blood orange peel, tobacco, leather, & tar. It is medium-bodied & bright, with the gentlest nip of tannins
- Glass$15.00
- Bottle$62.00
Chianti Classico, Il Molino di Grace, Tuscany, Chianti, Italy
2017 - 100% Sangiovese. A juicy, flavorful red with cherry, walnut and cedar character on the nose and palate. Medium-bodied, chewy and flavorful
- Glass$15.00
- Bottle$65.00
Barolo DOCG Marcarini Vineyards, Piedmont, Italy
2016 - Nebbiolo from Barolo
- Glass$15.00
- Bottle$66.00

French Reds

Beaujolais, Joseph Burrier (Château de Beauregard) Fleurie, France
2016 - 100% Gamay
- Glass$15.00
- Bottle$65.00
2018 Gamay, Domaine des Marrans Vineyard, Fleurie, France
2018 - 100% Gamay
- Glass$14.00
- Bottle$60.00
Chateauneuf du Pape, Lavau Vineyards, Chateauneuf du Pape, France
2018 - Southern Rhone Red Blend. 50% Grenache, 40% Syrah, 10% Mourvedre
- Glass$19.00
- Bottle$90.00
Syrah, Paul Jaboulet Aine Vineyards, Crozes Hermitage - Rhone - France
2018 - 100% Syrah. Soft, dusty tannins & lingering notes of licorice and espresso on the finish
- Glass$13.00
- Bottle$50.00

Other Reds

2018 Zinfandel, Quivira Vineyards, Dry Creek Valley, Sonoma County, California
Bouquet of cinnamon stick, cardamom, & green fig that immediately entices
- Glass$15.00
- Bottle$65.00
Venge Merlot, Venge Vineyards, Calistoga, Napa Valley, California
2018 - The aromatics are highly perfumed with clove, ripe blueberry, lavender & black currants
- Glass$19.00
- Bottle$90.00
Dablon Merlot, Dablon Vineyards, Baroda, MI
2017 - Flavors of rich black fruit, tea leaf, great acid and cranberry on a dry lingering finish
- Glass$9.00
- Bottle$36.00
Cabernet Franc, Brengman Brothers Vineyard, Leelanau Peninsula, MI
2020 - 100% Cabernet Franc. Aged in American Oak Barrels for 14 months
- Glass$14.00
- Bottle$60.00
Susana Balbo Malbec, Susana Balbo Vineyards, Mendoza, Argentina
2019 - An affable wine with intense body. Elegant finish & round tannins
- Glass$14.00
- Bottle$60.00
Tempranillo Gran Reserva, Beronia Vineyard, Rioja DOC, Spain
2013 - Plump black fruits blend with cacao & cedar notes, finishing with layers of smooth spice
- Glass$14.00
- Bottle$60.00

Bordeaux Blends

Thegudsht Red (The.Good.Sh*t), Brengman Brothers Vineyard, Leelanau Peninsula, MI
2020 - Bordeaux blend containing mostly Cabernet Franc (43%) & Cabernet Sauvignon (35%) with small additions of Petit Verdot (2%) & Merlot (20%)
- Glass$15.00
- Bottle$65.00
Marland Bordeaux Blend, Wyncroft Marland Vineyards, Pullman, MI
2018 - 52% Merlot, 28% Cabernet Franc, & 20% Cabernet Sauvignon
- Glass$8.00
- Bottle$30.00

Cabernet Sauvignon

Jax Y3, Jax Vineyards, Napa Valley, CA
2018 - 50% Cabernet Sauvignon 47% Merlot 3% Petit Verdot, aged 22 months 30% in new French oak barrels
- Glass$14.00
- Bottle$60.00
B&B Cabernet Sauvignon, Bread & Butter Vineyards, Napa Valley, CA
2019 - This Cab expresses captivating aromas of mocha, ripe berries, violets, & blackcurrant with intertwining layers of subtle black pepper, toasted oak and rich vanilla
- Glass$8.00
- Bottle$30.00
JAX Cabernet Sauvignon, JAX Vineyards, Napa Valley, CA
2018 - Thick, dusty, textured and made in a full-bodied style, this wine succeeds in its complementary marriage between savory cedar, cigar & pencil shavings & dark black fruit dipped in chocolate shavings
- Glass$15.00
- Bottle$65.00
Block 3 Cabernet Sauvignon, JAX Vineyards, Napa Valley, CA
Deep garnet-purple in color offering glimpses at warm black cherries, cassis & preserved plums with scents of a chocolate box. The palette is full bodied, packed full with bold black fruit, framed by firm, ripe, grainy tannins. Only 8 Barrels ever produced
- Bottle$230.00

Wine Flights

Our Finest Whites$18.00
2021 Concrete Chardonnay, 2018 Viognier, 2018 Vouvray, 2018 Chablis
Michigan Sunset$16.00
2017 Marland Chardonnay, 2020 Traverse Coast Rose, 2021 Pinot Noir Rose, 2018 Marland Bordeaux Blend
Range of Dessert Wines$20.00
2017 Riesling Ice Wine, 2016 Beerenauslese, 2016 Gewurztraminer SGN, 2017 Cherry Wine
Bright & Fruity Whites$14.00
2020 Marland Sauvignon Blanc, 2021 Brengman Brothers Pinot Gris, 2018 Foris Pinot Blanc, 2020 Gruner Veltliner
Our Finest Reds$24.00
2020 Cabernet Franc, 2020 TheGudscht Red, 2020 King Estate Pinot Noir, 2019 Susana Balbo Malbec
Rose All Day$16.00
2021 Pinot Noir Rose, 2020 Traverse Coast Rose, 2020 Evidence Rosé, 2020 Clementine Brut Rose
Build Your Own$14.00
Sample Four Wines of your choice. Price may vary upon selection

What 485 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.1

4.1 based on recent ratings

4.3Food
4.1Service
4.1Ambience
4Value

Noise • Moderate

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Grand Rapids
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485 Reviews

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AMSt
Grand Rapids
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Came for dinner on a Friday night during holiday season, and the atmosphere was surprisingly peaceful. Service was timely and kind, food was excellent! We had the mushroom soup, house salad, and the salmon dish that was on special, and all looked beautiful and were delicious.
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JessicaO
Chicago
8 reviews
3.0
8 reviews
Dined on November 21, 2023
overall3food4service4ambience2
My friends and I ate here before a concert. The food was very good, and the server was friendly. Those were the main highlights. The first thing we noticed was how overly bright the lighting is. I don't love a dark restaurant, but the lights were a little intense. The most frustrating part of the experience was that we were seated next to a table of 8 that was extremely loud. To the point that we ate as quickly as we could and decided to get a drink elsewhere so we could actually hear one another. You could tell that the other nearby smaller tables were very uncomfortable with the volume. Obviously this is not the fault of the restaurant, but there is also zero noise-dampening in the space. Soft panels on the ceiling would make a big difference. I also think we could have be seated on the other side of the restaurant rather than be placed next to an obviously noisy group. I will more than likely visit again, but if we're seated next to a group like that again I'll need to request a different table, or I'll need to dine elsewhere.
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Charming
Chicago
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on November 17, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Everything about our experience for dinner was fantastic. The food, our table by the kitchen, our server, all of it! Thanks for a great evening.
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AnneW
Grand Rapids
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 17, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
First time at 40 Pearl and enjoyed it ! I prefer a little division with some barriers from other guests but other than that no other complaints.
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OpenTable Diner
Northern MI
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on November 17, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Andrew, our server was very engaging. And the food was fantastic. And if you go at happy hour it’s a good deal.
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BonVoymbr
Greater Boston
6 reviews
3.0
6 reviews
Dined on November 12, 2023
overall3food4service3ambience3
Menu was different than the one posted on the website. The items we specifically went there for were no longer offered. Service was fairly slow even though the restaurant wasn't busy and the waiter showed little concern about not having the items we come there for.
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SueM
Jackson Hole
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on November 8, 2023
overall3food4service2ambience2
Nice ambiance, very friendly staff. Food was ok. My only complaint is we told our waiter when we sat down (at 5:30) we were going to a 7:30 show at Devos. We order drinks and an appetizer and our meal (salad) all at the same time. Our drink came - 15 minute later our cold appetizer. We asked for more bread for our appetizer. It came at 6:50. I asked for our salads at that time, they arrived at 6:55. We ate in 10 minutes and rushed to get out the door and walk to theater. So disappointed with the poor timing. And our kale salad was all spinach, not a piece of kale to be seen!
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Matt
Grand Rapids
3 reviews
4.0
3 reviews
Dined on November 7, 2023
overall4food5service4ambience5
The cocktails and food were delicious! They were short staffed in the front so it took really long to get entrees (+90 min.)
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OpenTable Diner
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined on November 4, 2023
overall1food1service1ambience4
Although we enjoyed the atmosphere of the restaurant, we waited 45 minutes to get our drinks and had to leave before we got our food.
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OpenTable Diner
Chicago
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on November 1, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Food is so yummy! Really enjoyed the intimate service. Not a huge fan of the wine menu as I don't enjoy Michigan reds but we most definitely will come back!
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Adagirl
Chicago
36 reviews
vip
4.0
36 reviews
Dined on November 1, 2023
overall4food5service5ambience4
We tried Forty Pearl on a whim when looking for a different place to meet old friends. Service was very friendly. Interesting cocktails. Bluegill platter was amazingly good, as were the cheese curds and whitefish dip appetizers.
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OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on October 29, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent restaurant! The food and quality of service were just outstanding. Jade was of very pleasant service. Will be definitely coming back soon.
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LisaP
Detroit
17 reviews
4.0
17 reviews
Dined on October 28, 2023
overall4food4service5ambience5
Everyone in our party of 8 enjoyed their meals despite a couple errors in our order.
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AmySGRfoodcritic
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on October 28, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Wonderful experience! Delicious food, creative serving dishes, best cocktail I’ve had in a long time!
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Kelley
Grand Rapids
4 reviews
4.0
4 reviews
Dined on October 27, 2023
overall4food4service4ambience4
Meat and cheese board was good. Loved the lamb and goat cheese polenta.
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OpenTable Diner
Las Vegas
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on October 27, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great food and great service. Our server Anna was also working the bar. She made great drinks and the food came out really quickly. Forty Pearl did not disappoint. The Gluten Free Carrot Cake was AMAZING!!!
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OpenTable Diner
Grand Rapids
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on October 22, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
The food and service was fabulous sitting at the bar! The restaurant is very cute, but maybe a little too bright during evening hours. The salmon and chicken entrees and desserts were delicious!
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OpenTable Diner
Chicago
3 reviews
3.0
3 reviews
Dined on October 15, 2023
overall3food4service3ambience3
Bar staff wasn’t too friendly or interested in keeping the bar clean.
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GRfoodie
Chicago
10 reviews
5.0
10 reviews
Dined on October 12, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Food was excellent, as always. Will certainly be back!
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MBIGN
Grand Rapids
18 reviews
2.0
18 reviews
Dined on September 30, 2023
overall2food2service2ambience3
We invited friends for dinner at 7pm and the evening was a disappointing experience. After we ordered cocktails, they was great, the waitress told us they are out of salad . The appetizers was great , Burrata and Whitefish dip. So we wanted to order our main dishes, we was told they are now out of venison chilli . So we all had to find something new. We ended with 2 bluegill sandwiches ( the fish was very little and cold ) , the burger ( was also not warm ) and the creamy bean & mushroom soup ( was actually a broth with mushrooms, not creamy at all and also cold ) and when the soup came she almost spilt and I had to ask for a new spoon . We spended 200 $ for this evening. It’s for sure that we will not return soon for dinner.
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Paul
Detroit
25 reviews
vip
5.0
25 reviews
Dined on September 30, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
Great location in downtown Grand Rapids service is great and food is always good!
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kaitNY
New York Area
43 reviews
vip
5.0
43 reviews
Dined on September 30, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Appreciated the wonderful service from Finn and the fabulous food!
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AmateurEater123
Grand Rapids
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on September 27, 2023
overall5food5service3ambience5
Overall positive. Never asked if we wanted another round of drinks… left money on the table!
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OpenTable Diner
Nashville
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on September 23, 2023
overall2food3service2ambience2
Disappointing experience
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KellyP
Seattle
7 reviews
4.0
7 reviews
Dined on September 22, 2023
overall4food4service3ambience4
Amazing burger! I hope you bring back the Walleye.
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MarcR
Grand Rapids
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on September 15, 2023
overall4food4service5ambience5
The cheese curds were very good. The restaurant was bright and open feeling and the music was tasteful and at the correct volume. Service was great. The only knock was the cheese cake was not very good.
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Jeff
Cincinnati
28 reviews
vip
4.0
28 reviews
Dined on September 13, 2023
overall4food4service3ambience4
Meh. Service was spotty. We had to wait 30 minutes between our appetizer and our mains. Pretty sure they took our mains to the wrong table. Our mains (salmon and walleye) could have used more seasoning. The brussels sprouts appetizer was really good. WIne list was OK.
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Alanna
Pittsburgh
11 reviews
vip
5.0
11 reviews
Dined on September 8, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
Delicious food and friendly service. Always happy to dine here. Brought my 6 year old and 10 month old, and it was loud enough that they weren’t bothersome to other diners.
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DominiqueS
Grand Rapids
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 8, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
First time and it was a good experience, food was good drinks were amazing
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Rose8mary
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 5, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Friendly staff, amazing food, fun ambience, couldn’t have asked for better.
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Steve
Grand Rapids
19 reviews
4.0
19 reviews
Dined on August 26, 2023
overall4food5service5ambience4
Service was good. Food was outstanding. Noise level was loud.
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OpenTable Diner
Grand Rapids
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on August 19, 2023
overall4food4service2ambience4
Food was good. Service was a little off. We waited for drinks longer than expected. We ordered appetizers and received them before we were asked for our dinner order. We had a party of 7 and made a same day reservation. It wasn't terrible, it wasn't great. Just OK
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JayneS
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 17, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
The food was wonderful and the service was excellent. My partner and I celebrated her birthday over dinner and we couldn’t have had a better experience
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CharlesS
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 15, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great food, wine, artwork, location and service. We recommend this special place highly.
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HeidiM
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 3, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Our server was delightful, the wine was great, and the food...the food was an absolute treat for the tastebuds. Such an expert mixing of flavors! This was one of the best dining experiences we have had in years. 500% recommend!
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HannahG
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on August 3, 2023
overall3food5service1ambience4
The food was incredible but it took 25 minutes to receive a cocktail. I believe they were just super short staffed. Thankfully we weren’t in a rush and we able to enjoy the company of our guests.
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Sunny
Chicago
24 reviews
vip
2.0
24 reviews
Dined on July 30, 2023
overall2food2service1ambience1
Food was so so but the service was horrible. For a place to pride, self on its wine and being a casual fine dining place. It was shocking that the service was so bad. It really made a difference to the evening. I would not recommend this place.
Forty PearlResponded on August 2, 2023
Saturday night we were down a host and a server, unfortunately. We apologize for the service that you had with us. We strive very hard to do our best with the small staff that we have. It was an extremely busy night for us. We do encourage you to give us another try!
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OpenTable Diner
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on July 29, 2023
overall2food2service4ambience4
Burger was undercooked and I returned it and they offered me half off a meal that I didn’t even eat! Waitress was nice but manager needs to be replaced, won’t be back.
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ChelseaK
Grand Rapids
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on July 29, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
We love this place. Have been back several times. Always a great experience.
Forty PearlResponded on August 2, 2023
Thank you for coming in! Let us know when you are in again and we can dote on you even more!
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ChrisT
Detroit
29 reviews
vip
5.0
29 reviews
Dined on July 28, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Forty Pearl was excellent as usual. We have never been disappointed with anything there. The food is always good, usually with a few new items on the menu to consider. Service is well staffed and attentive. They stay busy but they dont over crowd their establishment which is a huge plus for us.
Forty PearlResponded on August 2, 2023
Thank you so much for coming in again! We love to dote on returning guests! Let us know when you are here again!
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Safety precautions

Cleaning & sanitizing
- Surfaces sanitized between seatings
- Digital, disposable or sanitized menu provided
- Sealed or wrapped utensils used
- Common areas deep-cleaned daily
- Sanitizer or wipes provided for customers
Physical distancing
- Distancing maintained in common areas
- Extra space between tables

Screening
- Sick staff prohibited in the workplace

FAQs

You can order delivery directly from Forty Pearl using the Order Online button. Forty Pearl also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (616) 608-7741.

Forty Pearl is rated 4.1 stars by 485 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Dec 5, 2023

7:00 PM

Booked 8 times today

Order delivery or takeout

40 Pearl St NW, Ste 110, Grand Rapids, MI 49503

Additional information

Cross street
Our entrance is on Ottawa St. just South of the Pearl/Ottawa intersection
Neighborhood
Grand Rapids
Hours of operation
Dinner Tue–Thu 3:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 3:00 pm–10:00 pm Happy Hour Tue–Fri 3:00 pm–6:00 pm
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
American, Wine Bar, Bistro
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Street Parking, Parking Garage, or various Parking Lots in the vicinity
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Owned/operated by
LGBTQ+, Women
Executive chef
Deb Creswell
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
https://www.fortypearlgr.com/
Phone number
(616) 608-7741

Forty Pearl

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Salmon Salad

Cheese Curds

Smoked Whitefish Dip

Sparkling / White / Rose

Sparkling

Champagne Brut, Paul Laurent Vineyard, Champagne, France

Grace Rose, Mawby Vineyards, Leelanau County, MI

Clementine Brut Rose, Coeur Clémentine Vineyard, Provence, France

Bervini Prosecco, Bervini Vineyards, Prosecco, Italy

Moscato, Foris Vineyards, Rogue Valley, Oregon

Rose

Pinot Noir Rose, Brengman Brothers, Leelanau Peninsula, MI

Traverse Coast Rose, Brengman Brothers, Leelanau Peninsula, MI

Evidence Rose, Château Ferry Lacombe, Côtes de Provence, France

Other Whites

Block 65 Brengman Brothers, Leelanau Peninsula, MI

Pinot Gris Reserve, Gustave Lorentz Vineyard, Alsace, France

Pinot Gris, Brengman Brothers, Leelanau Peninsula, MI

Dagudscht, Brengman Brothers, Leelanau Peninsula, MI

Viognier, Brengman Brothers, Leelanau Peninsula, MI

Muscat, Brengman Brothers, Leelanau Peninsula, MI

Chenin Blanc, Brengman Brothers, Leelanau Peninsula, MI

Grüner Veltliner, Hopler Vineyard, Burgenland, Austria

Vouvray, Benoit Gautier Vineyards, Loire Valley, France

Riesling

Auslese, Brengman Brothers, Leelanau Peninsula, MI

Spatlese, St. Christopher Vineyards, Mosel, Germany

2021 Spatlese, Brengman Brothers Vineyard Leelanau Peninsula, MI

Kabinett, Spreitzer Oestericher Vineyard, Rheingau, Germany

2021 Kabinett, Brengman Brothers Vineyard, Leelanau Peninsula, MI

2016 Cold Sophie, Brengman Brothers, Leelanau Peninsula, MI

2015 Cold Sophie, Brengman Brothers, Leelanau Peninsula, MI

Trocken, Brengman Brothers, Leelanau Peninsula, MI

Gewurztraminer

2011 Gewurztraminer, Brengman Brothers, Leelanau Peninsula, MI

2012 Gewurztraminer, Brengman Brothers, Leelanau Peninsula, MI

2021 Gewurztraminer, Brengman Brothers, Leelanau Peninsula, MI

Chardonnay

Marland Chardonnay, Wyncroft Vineyards, Pullman, MI

Barrel Chardonnay, Brengman Brothers, Leelanau Peninsula, MI

Chablis Premier Cru, Domaine Louis Moreau, Burgundy, France

Concrete Chardonnay, Brengman Brothers, Leelanau Peninsula, MI

Sauvignon Blanc

Sauvignon Blanc, Brengman Brothers, Leelanau Peninsula, MI

Sauvignon Blanc/Semillon, Wyncroft Marland Vineyards, Pullman, MI

New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc, Astrolabe Vineyards, Marlborough, New Zealand

Sauvignon Blanc/Semillon, Brengman Brothers, Leelanau Peninsula, MI

Red Selection

Pinot Noir

2012 Pinot Noir, Brengman Brothers, Leelanau Peninsula, MI

2016 Marland Pinot Noir, Wyncroft Vineyards, Pullman, MI

2016 Pinot Noir, Brengman Brothers, Leelanau Peninsula, MI

2020 Pinot Noir, King Estate, Willamette Valley, Oregon

2021 Pinot Noir, Brengman Brothers, Leelanau Peninsula, MI

Italian Reds

Etna Rosso, Pietradolce Vineyards, Sicily, Italy

Superiore Classico, Tenuta Santa Maria, Valpolicella Ripasso DOC, Italy

Nebbiolo, Monsecco Colline Novaresi, Piedmont, Italy

Chianti Classico, Il Molino di Grace, Tuscany, Chianti, Italy

Barolo DOCG Marcarini Vineyards, Piedmont, Italy

French Reds

Beaujolais, Joseph Burrier (Château de Beauregard) Fleurie, France

2018 Gamay, Domaine des Marrans Vineyard, Fleurie, France

Chateauneuf du Pape, Lavau Vineyards, Chateauneuf du Pape, France

Syrah, Paul Jaboulet Aine Vineyards, Crozes Hermitage - Rhone - France

Other Reds

2018 Zinfandel, Quivira Vineyards, Dry Creek Valley, Sonoma County, California

Venge Merlot, Venge Vineyards, Calistoga, Napa Valley, California

Dablon Merlot, Dablon Vineyards, Baroda, MI

Cabernet Franc, Brengman Brothers Vineyard, Leelanau Peninsula, MI

Susana Balbo Malbec, Susana Balbo Vineyards, Mendoza, Argentina

Tempranillo Gran Reserva, Beronia Vineyard, Rioja DOC, Spain

Bordeaux Blends

Thegudsht Red (The.Good.Sh*t), Brengman Brothers Vineyard, Leelanau Peninsula, MI

Marland Bordeaux Blend, Wyncroft Marland Vineyards, Pullman, MI

Cabernet Sauvignon