Sandy Point Beach House - West Olive

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1. OT

   OpenTable Diner

   Chicago

   2 reviews

   4.0

   2 reviews

   Dined 1 day ago

   overall4food5service5ambience5

   We had a wonderful time but didn’t realize it closed at 9:00. Our reservation was at 8:00 so we felt a bit rushed at the end. Nonetheless, great food and service!

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2. R

   Review

   1 review

   2.0

   1 review

   Dined 1 day ago

   overall2food5service1ambience3

   Food is wonderful - kudos to the kitchen. The host and serving staff need some training on hospitality and problem solving. The service we received did not match the price tag of the food.

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3. OT

   OpenTable Diner

   1 review

   3.0

   1 review

   Dined 7 days ago

   overall3food3service3ambience3

   $28 for 2 small perch fillets and 5 stalks asparagus. (I subbed asparagus for fries)

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4. OT

   OpenTable Diner

   Grand Rapids

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined 7 days ago

   overall5food5service5ambience5

   We made the trip from Grand Rapids to West Olive because I had read about the steak (ribeye)! It was well worth the trip. And, my wife had the lemon pepper fried chicken. Delicious! My only disappointment was that it wasn't directly on the water. I wanted to enjoy a water view while dining. But, I'd still go back. It was one of the best steaks I've ever eaten.

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   JonB

   Indiana

   1 review

   4.0

   1 review

   Dined on June 19, 2022

   overall4food5service3ambience4

   We waited 1 1/2 hours for our food because of a large party in the back. The rest of the restaurant was pretty empty. The food was very good and the waiter did continuously apologize for the long wait. It was our first time there.

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6. OT

   OpenTable Diner

   1 review

   2.0

   1 review

   Dined on June 18, 2022

   overall2food4service1ambience3

   It took 15 minutes for someone to take our drink order, and another 15 for drunks to arrive. I had to go up and ask for a dessert menu, as well as for a 2nd round of drinks and for the check, despite it not being busy. About the worst service I can remember at a restaurant.

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7. OT

   OpenTable Diner

   New England

   1 review

   4.0

   1 review

   Dined on June 16, 2022

   overall4food5service4ambience3

   Food was good. Service was adequate. Live trio (piano, drum set and bass) was way too loud.

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   AlexK

   Indiana

   12 reviews

   3.0

   12 reviews

   Dined on June 11, 2022

   overall3food3service4ambience3

   Despite the name - it's not on the beach... Drinks were good. Service was nice and friendly. The food was OK, but nothing to write home about - halibut was dry and had some unpleasant strong fried onion smell and pieces of unpleasant smelly onion. Paella was almost good, but overpowered with chorizo (and not super fresh chorizo). Overall, OK, but could be much better.

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   Tlb108

   Chicago

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined on June 10, 2022

   overall5food5service5ambience5

   We always appreciate the friendly hostess at the Beach House (don't remember her name--long blonde hair, in her 50s) and last night Bre's service was just wonderful! Thanks to her for the great experience.

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    Tamara

    Grand Rapids

    5 reviews

    4.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on June 10, 2022

    overall4food4service3ambience3

    Amount of wine served by the glass was the smallest amount I've ever had at a restaurant.

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11. PD

    PattiD

    Grand Rapids

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on June 8, 2022

    overall3food2service4ambience3

    I should have been called to know that there was a limited menu. Rice was awful, cold. I normally love SBP but last night was a real disappointment.

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12. ED

    EDek

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on June 5, 2022

    overall2food3service2ambience2

    We came for breakfast/brunch and were disappointed to find that neither of the griddle items (pancakes or French toast) were available because a new summer menu is coming out? That would be helpful to share with patrons on social media or otherwise so they know if menus are switching, etc. We are understanding of the fact that many restaurants and businesses are short staffed, but if it takes 20 minutes for drink refills, the wait staff are clearly overwhelmed and would benefit from taking fewer tables/patrons so they can fully service the best possible.

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13. MT

    MiaT

    Hawaii

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on June 3, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience4

    Food and service was excellent. Highly recommend the mussels, walleye and lake perch. Desserts were amazing as well we shared warm carrot cake and bread pudding and also had the flourless chocolate cake. Great wine selection and Paul was an outstanding server. Overall a great evening.

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    robert

    Detroit

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on June 3, 2022

    overall4food4service2ambience4

    All was great with the exception of an obviously new and overwhelmed waitress. We had to find and ask to refill drinks, bring our checks, etc.

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    shoppro

    Grand Rapids

    88 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    88 reviews

    Dined on May 30, 2022

    overall4food4service4ambience5

    Its a favorite go to. Love the outdoor atmosphere here! Has a newly extended bar area and dining space. Never disappointed, always a great night of cheers & bites.

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    Sarah

    Grand Rapids

    13 reviews

    3.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on May 29, 2022

    overall3food3service3ambience3

    We went to SPBH for our anniversary. I specified that in my OpenTable reservation. It definitely was not crowded nor loud. We opted to sit outside. I think if more people had been there, it might not have looked so uninteresting - but, it kind of felt like being the first people to show up at a wedding reception. A lot of bland seating underneath a canopy tent and no decor. The bar area outside did look fun - but we were at a distance from it. Anyway, the ambiance was not great but the weather was, so it felt nice to be outside. Our first drinks did not really hit the mark, either - my husband had a Manhattan and I had a blackberry margarita? Or, mojito? The reason I cannot remember which it was is because it tasted like neither. Neither of us ordered craft cocktails for a second drink. Our appetizer - white fish dip - was good. Our salads were good. Specifically, the wedge salad was really good. But, our main course - which was half of the final bill - was disappointing. We both got steaks - the rib eye and the filet. Presentation was lacking and the accompanying sides had very little taste. They were obviously good cuts of meat, and were cooked according to our order, but there did not seem to be a lot of seasoning. I had asked for the same sides that come with the ribeye - "Garlic Herb Mashed Potatoes And Gourmet Mushroom Blend Sautéed In Shallots, Garlic And Herbs And Boursin Cheese." On my plate, I had all of the mushrooms. On my husband's, he had all of the onions. Neither of us had Boursin cheese. We had generous portions of mashed potatoes, but they were dry. There really needed to be something moist on the plate. The key lime pie WAS amazing. So, kudos on that. When we left we were very full, but neither of us felt like we had eaten "a really good meal" - and we paid $250. For $250, you should REALLY feel like you had a good meal. Our server also was not the biggest food enthusiast in the world. We had a hard time tipping her $30 - but, it was 15%.

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17. TC

    TedC

    Chicago

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 29, 2022

    overall4food5service4ambience4

    Great place, the food is always good. One of our close go-to’s when people visit from out of town.

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18. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    Grand Rapids

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 22, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Great experience!

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19. KG

    KirbyG

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 22, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Sophie was our waitress, as she was the only waitress, and though she was new she did a wonderful job managing multiple tables. Hopefully Sandy Point can find more quality help, but they're not unique in facing a staffing shortage. Patience should be afforded the staff and expectations should be adjusted accordingly.

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20. BY

    BethanyY

    Tampa

    8 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on May 22, 2022

    overall3food3service2ambience3

    Daughter’s graduation day

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    BobV

    Grand Rapids

    2 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 20, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Fantastic food great wine Selection, and great service!

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    Katelyn

    Grand Rapids

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 15, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Love love love the fries! They’re the best!!

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23. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    Grand Rapids

    10 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on May 15, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Top notch service, drinks and meal! Sandy Point is one of our favorites 🤗

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24. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 15, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Belated Mother’s Day gathering with family

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25. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    Grand Rapids

    4 reviews

    4.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on May 14, 2022

    overall4food4service4ambience4

    Went there for a family dinner. Waitress was amazing, comfortable table and great food

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    Donna

    Orlando

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on May 14, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Excellent food and wait staff was great.

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    MikeK

    Chicago

    26 reviews

    4.0

    26 reviews

    Dined on May 14, 2022

    overall4food4service4ambience3

    We went for lunch and it was quiet but it looks like it jumps at night

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    GarryP

    San Francisco

    11 reviews

    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on May 13, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience4

    This is certainly a hidden gem of a restaurant, off the beaten path, North of Holland and South of Grand Haven. Fun, bright white decor and lively scene. Good food and drinks. Live music some nights.

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    ScottS

    Detroit

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on May 12, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience4

    The food and service were fantastic. I think the warm weather caught them by surprise. Their outside area had not been set up yet. Most likely happens around Memorial weekend. Would have liked to sit outside on such a beautiful night and have a cocktail. Will try back after the holiday. Everything else was great.

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30. DM

    DMK51

    Grand Rapids

    3 reviews

    3.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on May 10, 2022

    overall3food3service5ambience5

    I don’t know how to enter the points for the loyalty program. Tried on line w no success

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    Kevin

    Grand Rapids

    8 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on May 8, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Sandy Point never disappoints. Great food. Server was new, let us know it was her first day and did fantastic!

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32. RH

    RyanH

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 8, 2022

    overall1food2service1ambience2

    Service was extremely slow with little to no check in from our waitress. Food was OK, but not worth the hour we waited for it, and was not warm when we got it. None of this made sense considering there were not very many people in there. Also, gratuity was included, because we were identified as a large group, there was 6 of us.

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33. H

    Hand86

    Chicago

    7 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on April 30, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Very good menu

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34. AH

    AndrewH

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 29, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    We always have a great meal and great service at SPBH!

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35. BY

    BethanyY

    Tampa

    8 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on April 29, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Joe was an outstanding server as always!

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36. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    Grand Rapids

    10 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on April 25, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Excellent service and great food. Highly recommend.

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    Errol

    Detroit

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 22, 2022

    overall3food3service5ambience4

    Food was just ok, somewhat overpriced, nothing special. It was raining - the 1st table we were seated, it leaked rain water upon the table. Salmon was delicious, ribs just ok, pot pie ok & not hot enough. Mac & cheese was good, but pricy & came with no sides.

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38. W

    Winesnob

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 22, 2022

    overall3food3service4ambience4

    The food was decent but the drinks were not good at all. The bar tender needs more experience. I paid for top shelf liquor and he ruined my martini with way too much Olive juice. Worst dirty martini I have ever had. The boss lady cocktail was the same. Not good at all. Need more options on the wine list to go with you really good Ribeye.

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    Diana

    Chicago

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 19, 2022

    overall3food4service3ambience2

    We had a table for six next to the kitchen door. My perfect rob roy was mostly ice. Terrible. Food was okay. For heavens sake, leave the tomato sauce off the green beans!! Yuck.

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40. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    Grand Rapids

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on March 30, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Service was above and beyond. Our food was delicious. Our water carafe was NEVER empty. As always dining at The Beach House was a great experience all the way around.

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