Knoop

Name: Knoop
Address: 131 Ionia Ave SW, Grand Rapids, MI, United States, 49503-5115
Telephone: (616) 456-6200
Price range: $30 and under
Rating: 4.2

4.2 (449)

$30 and under

Cocktail Bar

131 Ionia Ave SW, Grand Rapids, MI 49503-5115

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2 people

Jun 20, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 25 times today

About this restaurant

Great for creative cocktails
Charming
Great for outdoor dining

Our upscale rooftop cocktail lounge serves elevated American cuisine. Savor made from scratch sharables and small bites as well as special craft cocktails served tableside with our personalized flair. Delight in a wide variety of local beer and wine while enjoying stunning views of downtown Grand Rapids.

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Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Cocktail Bar, Contemporary American, Gastro Pub
Hours of operation
Mon–Thu, Sun 3:00 pm–11:00 pm Fri, Sat 3:00 pm–12:00 am
Phone number
(616) 456-6200
Website
http://knoopgr.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual

Location
131 Ionia Ave SW, Grand Rapids, MI 49503-5115
Neighborhood
Grand Rapids
Parking details
Hotel Parking
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Uitsmijter$15.00
Open Face, Seared Ham, Blistered Cherry Tomatoes, Saffron Pickled Pearl Onion, Two Fried Eggs, Dark Rye Bread, Aged Beemster Gouda
Grilled Cheese$17.00
Sharp White Cheddar, Raclette, Goat Cheese, Tomato, Caramelized Onions, Sourdough
Gehaktballen$16.00
Sliced Dutch Meatballs, Grilled Onions, Shaved Fennel, Pan Gravy, Darky Rye Bread
Smash Burget$20.00
Two Smash Patties, Lettuce, Tomato, Haystack Onions, Bacon-Fig Jam, Raclette, Toasted Kaiser Roll

Shareables

Garlic Knots$13.00
House-Made, Shaved Manchego, Roasted Garlic
Sate Babi$16.00
Marinated Pork Shoulder, Skewered, Peanut Sauce
Charcuterie$26.00
Specialty Meats, Artisan Cheeses, House Mustard, Fig Jam, Crisp Breads, Olives, House-made Pickles
Kibbeling$16.00
Battered Cod, Roasted Garlic Aioli, Fried Capers

Entrees

Lamb Chops$35.00
(3) Lamb Chops, Chimichurri Marinade, Saffron Pickled Pearl Onions, Pearl Couscous, Romesco
Scallops$32.00
(3) U10 Scallops, Roasted Sweet Potato Coins, Red Pear Cream, Scallion Curls
Roast Chicken Maafe$28.00
Rubbed and Roasted Chicken Thigh, West African Peanut Stew, Shaved Kale, Crushed Peanut
Steak$39.00
Beef Tenderloin Au Poivre, Curly Endive and Bacon, Mashed Potatoes, Garlic Broccolini, Garlic Knot

What 449 people are saying

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

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.2

4.2 based on recent ratings

4.1Food
4.3Service
4.4Ambience
3.9Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Grand Rapids / Western Michigan
Innovative
Grand Rapids / Western Michigan
Great for outdoor dining
Grand Rapids / Western Michigan
Great for scenic views
Grand Rapids / Western Michigan
Lively
Grand Rapids
Great for brunch
Grand Rapids
Innovative
Grand Rapids
Hot spot
Grand Rapids
Great for outdoor dining
Grand Rapids
Lively

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Knoop offers a vibrant rooftop atmosphere with "fantastic views" and "great drinks." The staff is often praised for being "attentive" and "friendly." Guests recommend the meatballs, charcuterie board, and scallops. While some service inconsistencies and food issues were noted, the "wonderful service" and "fun cocktails" make it a delightful spot to visit.

449 Reviews

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Jola
Grand Rapids / Western Michigan1 review
2.0
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 2
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Quite a disappointment…Very limited menu further reduced by their lack of preparation. They were out of 3/6 dishes we attempted to order just 4 hours after opening with the place largely empty. We were looking forward to their signature ‘knots’, which are simple pretzels but they were out of those, too!!! Unacceptable! Print a new menu or prepare better!
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Kristen
Detroit / Eastern Michigan2 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Rooftop bar was perfect for a cocktails with friends. We went in the afternoon and the sun was on the other side of the building so we weren’t in direct hot sun.
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Andrea
San Francisco Bay Area1 review
5.0
Dined on June 9, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We came in with several reservations with a large group. Immediately, our server, Amanda, did everything she could to make our experience so incredible! She was attentive and was accommodating for several needs of our party. Absolutely recommend!
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John VIP
Utah13 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 5, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great rooftop experience especially for a great drink!
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Denise
New York City1 review
5.0
Dined on June 1, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great drinks and friendly staff. Nice rooftop atmosphere
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Crystal
Grand Rapids / Western Michigan2 reviews
1.0
Dined on May 26, 2025
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 1
Sadly awful. We were told they were short staffed and the manager was going to talk to the server about this awful experience.
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Amber
Central Kentucky8 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 9, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Everything was delicious. We got the meatballs and charcuterie board for an appetizer then shared the grilled cheese, would be amazing with the fig jam, French fries and Cesar salad. Views were great. Will return.
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Adam VIP
Atlantic City / South Jersey Shore24 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 3, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
First time here. Hostess was very kind and accommodated us adding another couple to our reservation. We only had drinks but the ambiance was nice and our server was funny and took great care of us. We’ll be back!
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Rudolph
Grand Rapids / Western Michigan2 reviews
1.0
Dined on April 27, 2025
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 2
I recently visited Knoop in Grand Rapids and, unfortunately, my experience was disappointing from start to finish. Upon arrival, we waited over five minutes for a hostess to greet us. There was no staff in sight, leaving us standing awkwardly at the entrance. The food failed to impress. My Caesar salad was over-dressed and overwhelmed with croutons and cheese, leaving little room for the romaine. One of the other salads featured candied pecans that were under-candied, causing the sugar to dissolve into the salad and completely alter the intended flavor. The sandwiches we ordered arrived cold and were served on very small plates — hardly enough room to cut them in half, much less eat them neatly. They were also quite messy and bland. Service was lacking as well. Our server didn’t check back with us until 20 minutes after our food was delivered, by which time most of the issues went unaddressed. The cocktails were another disappointment. They were overly sweet and not prepared correctly. While the rooftop setting and view have a lot of potential, the poor service, uninspired food, and careless drink execution made for a frustrating and forgettable experience. I hope Knoop takes steps to improve, because right now, it’s not somewhere I’d recommend.
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Margaret
Chicago / Illinois2 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 28, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great views. Fun cocktails and interesting food options
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Knoop is rated 4.2 stars by 449 OpenTable diners.

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2 people

Jun 20, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 25 times today

131 Ionia Ave SW, Grand Rapids, MI 49503-5115

Additional information

Neighborhood
Grand Rapids
Hours of operation
Mon–Thu, Sun 3:00 pm–11:00 pm Fri, Sat 3:00 pm–12:00 am
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Cocktail Bar, Contemporary American, Gastro Pub
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
Hotel Parking
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://knoopgr.com/
Phone number
(616) 456-6200

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Menu

Salads

Summer Veg$15.00

Caesar Salad$14.00

Sandwhiches

Uitsmijter$15.00

Grilled Cheese$17.00

Gehaktballen$16.00

Smash Burget$20.00

Shareables

Garlic Knots$13.00

Sate Babi$16.00

Charcuterie$26.00

Kibbeling$16.00

Entrees

Lamb Chops$35.00

Scallops$32.00

Roast Chicken Maafe$28.00

Steak$39.00

What 449 people are saying

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