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Sandy Point Beach House - West Olive, West Olive, MI
Sandy Point Beach House - West Olive, West Olive, MI
Sandy Point Beach House - West Olive, West Olive, MI
Sandy Point Beach House - West Olive, West Olive, MI
Sandy Point Beach House - West Olive, West Olive, MI

Sandy Point Beach House - West Olive

4.0
4
1053 Reviews
$31 to $50
American
Sandy Point Beach House is a casual fine dining restaurant featuring gourmet burgers and a market driven rotating feature menu. These features will showcase Chefs ingredient focused fusion cuisine that the lake shore knows and loves. Located minutes from Lake Michigan, near Kirk Park and West Michigan bike trails, the beach house atmosphere is best described as modern Chicago loft space meets lake-shore cottage. An easy drive from Holland, Grand Haven or Grand Rapids and just down the road from Camp Blodgett.

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2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 3 times today

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Cuisines
    American, Seafood, Steak
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Sat 11:00 am–9:00 pm Sun 11:00 am–8:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (616) 796-8210
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Sergio Garcia
  • Catering
    Are you planning an Event and have the perfect spot and are looking for great food to go with it? Look no further Sandy Point Beach House will be happy to provide our same great food at your favorite spot. We can also provide a full service bar for your event in addition to the food. Contact our Director of Events at 616-38-EVENT for more information.
  • Private party facilities
    Sandy Point Beach House is a perfect Spot to celebrate all of those special occasions. Let us take care of all the planning for that next Birthday, Anniversary, Graduation, Rehearsal Dinner or Wedding Celebration. Contact our Director of Events at 616-38-EVENT for more information.
  • Private party contact
    Christa: (616) 796-8210
  • Neighborhood
    West Olive
  • Cross street
    Lakeshore and Butternut
  • Parking details
    Plenty of parking
  • Entertainment
    Enjoy our wonderful outdoor patio featuring: Local bands Jazz Thursday Nights Friday Night Easy Listening Live Music Reggae/Live Music Saturdays
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 1,053 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.0
4 based on recent ratings
  • 4Food
  • 4Service
  • 4.1Ambience
  • 3.5Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Grand Rapids / Western Michigan

    Neighborhood gem

  • Grand Rapids

    Neighborhood gem

  • Grand Rapids

    Great for outdoor dining

1,053 Reviews
  1. GregB

    Detroit

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on September 10, 2023

    overall3food2service4ambience5
    We keep trying but the food is so inconsistent. Vegetarian menu is really lacking. The red pasta was almost inedible. Server was nice but seemed confused about gluten free options.

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  2. jbc625

    Chicago

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on September 7, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Absolutely the best burgers around! We love the Black and Blue Burger and the Olive Burger. Yum!

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  3. NancyS

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 5, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    I like that Sandy Point takes reservations. Our dinners were very good and our waitress was great! It did get kind of noisy when more people arrived due to cement flooring but it still was a very enjoyable dinner and place to go. We will definitely be back!

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  4. Date

    Louisville

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on September 2, 2023

    overall3food2service3ambience2
    Food was nothing special, too expensive. The menu was similar to other restaurants in the area.

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  5. LarryR

    Detroit

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on August 31, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Wonderful evening. Great food, and good service. Wonderful place. Would do it again

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  6. Steve

    Grand Rapids

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on August 30, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food, served by a very friendly server. (Cara) Fun spot anytime of the year.

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  7. PatriciaS

    Los Angeles

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on August 29, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Staff very helpful and pleasant. Its one our favorite 'neighborhood' places especially in off season.

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  8. TomB

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 29, 2023

    overall3food3service3ambience2
    Restaurant was empty but we were seated next to a large party. It was so loud we couldn’t hear or talk. You were out of several items.

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  9. OpenTable Diner

    Seattle

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on August 27, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Very nice restaurant! Loved the beet salad! Very good Manhattan too

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  10. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 26, 2023

    overall4food5service3ambience3
    Very busy, therefore things took a bit long. The indoor seating area gets very loud. If you aren’t in a rush, it’s a great choice! The food never disappoints. Staff is friendly, just seem a bit overwhelmed.

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  11. MatthewB

    Grand Rapids

    3 reviews

    2.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on August 26, 2023

    overall2food2service1ambience3
    Worst service I’ve had in decades. We waited 20 minutes for our server to greet us, then he disappeared for 10 more minutes. We were about to leave. Waited 15 minutes for our drinks, half an hour for our food, and it all came out at once: appetizers, soup and entrees. Had to go find an employee to cash out and leave. Not going back.

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  12. LeeS

    Grand Rapids

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on August 26, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience3
    Good food, good service, too loud, especially for outdoors early evening.

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  13. Dori

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 25, 2023

    overall4food5service5ambience3
    The whitefish dip from the shareables menu was really good. I had never dined there before and was looking for "special" place to take a friend to celebrate her birthday. We were not disappointed, everything from our NA drinks to our shared Tiramisu S'more dessert was delicious.

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  14. RachelH

    Grand Rapids

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on August 24, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience5
    We had a great meal at Sandy Point. I had theBang Bang Shrimp & a cup of the chowder. Both were excellent and I would order them again. My husband had the whitefish. He said it was good. He would have liked it to be a little crunchier and maybe have some kind of starch like a potato or bread served with the meal.

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  15. OpenTable Diner

    Chicago

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 19, 2023

    overall4food3service5ambience4
    Great dinner and a summer summer day, pricey for what we had?

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  16. MikeC

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 14, 2023

    overall3food3service4ambience4
    Limited menu. Our main course was average for the money. Poorest meal we’ve had there.

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  17. AmyD

    New York Area

    5 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on August 12, 2023

    overall2food2service2ambience4
    Food was overpriced, didn’t include what was described on the menu and didn’t have items. Service was spotty at best. Atmosphere was the best part.

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  18. Mary

    Chicago

    23 reviews

    3.0

    23 reviews

    Dined on August 12, 2023

    overall3food5service3ambience5
    The food was good. The restaurant was out of one of the entrees that we were interested in getting. It took a long time to get our drinks only to find out that one of the beers we ordered was unavailable. Then it took a while to get our second choice.

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  19. KarlaO

    Detroit

    9 reviews

    2.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on August 11, 2023

    overall2food3service4ambience1
    Very casual. We were way over dressed. Food so so. Probably won’t go back. Not a place to celebrate an anniversary or special event.

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  20. BobV

    Grand Rapids

    7 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on August 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Delicious food and ambience as always!! Love eating at Sandy Point!

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  21. ekj5

    San Diego

    45 reviews

    4.0

    45 reviews

    Dined on August 11, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    Table was ready upon arrival and along inside wall (helped with noise) and in nice bright windowed room. The menu was extensive with fine (e.g., mussels, white fish) and casual (e.g., hamburgers) options. Nice bar menu with signature and unique cocktails. This diner enjoyed a cup of corn chowder, mussels (extra slice of bread would have been nice) and panne cotta. All these menu selections were delicious, as well as the specialty Manhattan and Sancerre Sauvignon Blanc. Thank you.

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  22. JohannaC

    Grand Rapids

    7 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on August 6, 2023

    overall3food3service3ambience4
    We love the Beach House, but this was not our best visit. The Bloody Marys were basically just tomato juice, there were several items not available on the menu, but our server did not notify us before we make our selections (and one of our guests had to quickly pick a different soup and a different sandwich), and the service was slow. I hope that our next visit will be better!

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  23. Enrique

    Dallas

    12 reviews

    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on August 5, 2023

    overall5food4service4ambience4
    Nice evening with outdoor seating and live music, great place to relax

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  24. LeeB

    Detroit

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on August 4, 2023

    overall4food5service4ambience4
    Great outdoor, next tot he water feel without being new tot the water. Will go next time when a live band is playing.

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  25. OpenTable Diner

    Detroit

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 2, 2023

    overall2food3service1ambience3
    Disappointed with this visit. Have dined here several times before and loved it. This time was a huge disappointment as service was awful, food was adequate at best, and drinks were weak. I don’t think we will be returning.

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  26. NickH

    Charlotte

    14 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    14 reviews

    Dined on July 29, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience4
    A casual setting with outstanding service and food. Deanna was flawless from start to finish. The mussels were seasoned and steamed perfectly. The Halibut was a nice thick cut and did not disappoint.

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  27. KarenD

    Detroit

    11 reviews

    4.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on July 29, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience4
    Very nice staff Food was good quality

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  28. OpenTable Diner

    Chicago

    2 reviews

    2.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on July 29, 2023

    overall2food2service4ambience3
    Linen on table was dirty. Noticed that staff does not change linens between guests.

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  29. IrisP

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 29, 2023

    overall1food1service1ambience2
    It was my birthday. Service was slow, quality and value for the money was poor.

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  30. maryk

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 27, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great night, great food!!! Would definitely come again!

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  31. Nate

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 25, 2023

    overall2food2service3ambience3
    Building/location looks better in photos. In a blind taste test, I don’t think I could tell the difference between their prime rib dinner and a roast beef sandwich from Arby’s. Even with a reservation, they told me it would be a 30 minute wait before we pressed them about getting a table, still had to wait almost 15 minutes.

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  32. MikeyrInScott

    SW Indiana

    70 reviews

    4.0

    70 reviews

    Dined on July 23, 2023

    overall4food5service5ambience5
    Sandy Point Beach House is a local gem. You should understand that this place is extremely casual. It's like shorts and a t-shirt casual. Great menu, good food and excellent service. I downgraded one star because they were out of so many menu items. A little fish, no shrimp, no mussels, almost nothing from the ocean. They were out of pork and a few other items as well. We arrived a bit early for our 6:30 reservation on a Sunday night. Even that early they were out of a lot of menu items. Next time we are in the Holland, MI area will may well give the place another try. Again it is very casual and it is full of locals. Fun place overall...

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  33. OpenTable Diner

    Grand Rapids

    4 reviews

    4.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on July 23, 2023

    overall4food3service5ambience5
    Love this place! My only complaint was the Lobster Roll had red onion in it! Keep ingredients simple, lobster needs nothing but butter and little else. SPBH is a treasure and i always support.

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  34. Mandi

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We had the BEST time!!! Loved the atmosphere and food and service! It was incredibly fast service and delicious food! We will be back! They have live jazz on Thursday nights and it was SO FUN! We ate inside, then had a drink on the patio, then sat at the bar and ordered one of their many whiskey options! So awesome!

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  35. LarryR

    Detroit

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on July 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Kind, timely, and good food. Sound level a little high

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  36. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on July 15, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience5
    Celebrating 28 yrs. of marriage. My wife told me what she had in mind for our celebration. If we went to a restaurant, what type she would enjoy? So with that in mind, I chose Sandy Point Beach House next to Lake Michigan, by Port Sheldon. I have always had in mind to go there. I used OpenTable to make a reservation, letting them know that it was our Anniversary and to have in mind a mechanical wheelchair user, me. We went there at 3:30. It was a muggy day. So we chose to stay inside. The place has that Seafood Restaurant atmosphere you come across near the sea. The waitress was friendly. I was curious about their whiskey since they mentioned a whiskey club. I asked to see their whiskey list. It's probably the biggest list of whiskeys, I’ve come across. They offer whiskey flights (3). That got me excited and it was a first for me. As we enjoyed our libations, I let my Queen order. She is a West Michigander that went to live in the NYC area after high school, over 35 yrs ago but moved back. There she fell in love with shellfish, since then she has not found that special shellfish taste. Until this visit to SPBH, those clams were so delicious and with the whiskey, it hit the spot. Then she ordered the beet salad, delicious but it had few beets. Our main dishes were tuna & white fish, also delicious. I had the white fish. In the end, we were happy, pleased & full. I forgot to take a picture of the main dishes. Just for the clams & whiskey, it's worth it. She was happy. So I was happy. “🎼…Whiskey river, don't run dry…”

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  37. Danny

    Grand Rapids

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on July 14, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience3
    Great bourbon list. Decent variety of menu options. Smaller portions and a la cart for dinner salad. Apps and Desserts could be expanded upon. Beer list was sad. Always noisy and makes visiting difficult

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  38. KayO

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 13, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Our food was delicious! Service was prompt. We sat inside and it was noisy due to a loud group of guests having a good time. But we’ll certainly return.

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  39. AVOMI

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 9, 2023

    overall1food1service1ambience2
    First up. WAY to expensive for what it is. Food was undercooked. (Shrimp wasn't fully de-veined, whitefish was cold). Main Entree's had weirdly mixed flavors, that would have been complementary if they had been balanced correctly in portion or plating. Drinks were less than special, and were WAY too expensive for size and pours. Service was slow and un-responsive. This is the third time we've dined there, it was the "We will give it one more chance" meal. A few years ago, it knocked it out of the park, so I know it can do better. We won't be going back. Family of 3, 2 drinks, 2 Entree's and a kids meal. Almost $200 with tip.

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  40. OpenTable Diner

    Detroit

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 8, 2023

    overall2food2service2ambience4
    Food was ok -small portions and seemed not fresh, service ok especially considering the cost of the food.

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FAQs

You can order delivery directly from Sandy Point Beach House - West Olive using the Order Online button. Sandy Point Beach House - West Olive also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (616) 796-8210.

Sandy Point Beach House - West Olive is rated 4 stars by 1053 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 3 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Sandy Point Beach House - West Olive

7175 Lakeshore Ave., West Olive, MI 49460

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Lakeshore and Butternut
  • Neighborhood
    West Olive
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Sat 11:00 am–9:00 pm Sun 11:00 am–8:00 pm
  • Cuisines
    American, Seafood, Steak
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Plenty of parking
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Sergio Garcia
  • Entertainment
    Enjoy our wonderful outdoor patio featuring: Local bands Jazz Thursday Nights Friday Night Easy Listening Live Music Reggae/Live Music Saturdays
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (616) 796-8210
  • Catering
    Are you planning an Event and have the perfect spot and are looking for great food to go with it? Look no further Sandy Point Beach House will be happy to provide our same great food at your favorite spot. We can also provide a full service bar for your event in addition to the food. Contact our Director of Events at 616-38-EVENT for more information.
  • Private party facilities
    Sandy Point Beach House is a perfect Spot to celebrate all of those special occasions. Let us take care of all the planning for that next Birthday, Anniversary, Graduation, Rehearsal Dinner or Wedding Celebration. Contact our Director of Events at 616-38-EVENT for more information.
  • Private party contact
    Christa: (616) 796-8210
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