Tupelo Honey - Grand Rapids

Name: Tupelo Honey - Grand Rapids
Address: 140 Ottawa Ave NW, Grand Rapids, MI, United States, 49503
Telephone: (616) 239-7158
Price range: $30 and under
Rating: 4.7

4.7

2112 Reviews

$30 and under

Contemporary Southern

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Tupelo Honey is a revival of Southern food and traditions rooted in the Carolina Mountains we call home. We craft brunches, lunches and suppers that bring family and friends around the table and allow for conversations and cocktails to linger longer than usual. Always scratch-made, always responsibly-soured, and always Southern.

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Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Sep 22, 2023

7:00 PM

Booked 105 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Cuisines
Contemporary Southern, Southern, American
Hours of operation
Mon–Thu 11:00 am–9:00 pm Fri 11:00 am–10:00 pm Sat 9:00 am–10:00 pm Sun 9:00 am–9:00 pm
Phone number
(616) 239-7158
Website
https://tupelohoneycafe.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
Matt Rhoads

Location
140 Ottawa Ave NW, Grand Rapids, MI 49503
Neighborhood
Grand Rapids
Cross street
Ottawa and Pearl Street
Parking details
None
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 2,112 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.7Food
4.6Service
4.6Ambience
4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Grand Rapids / Western Michigan
Great for brunch
Grand Rapids / Western Michigan
Kid-friendly
Grand Rapids / Western Michigan
Hot spot
Grand Rapids / Western Michigan
Most Booked
Grand Rapids
Great for brunch
Grand Rapids
Good for groups
Grand Rapids
Hot spot
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Lively
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Most Booked

2,112 Reviews

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GSGS
Indiana
14 reviews
5.0
14 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
overall5food5service5ambience4
Great service and food. We sat on the patio - very relaxing on a beautiful evening.
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JackieL
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 2 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience4
We enjoyed our meal inside but the noise level made it difficult to carry on a conversation without raising our voices and repeating our selves. Nice happy hour specials and appreciated the fact that it ran till 6:00.
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DiOnlyOne
Grand Rapids
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great food, great service, very moderstely priced for downtown GR, & walking distance to Devos Performance Hall
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JamieG
Grand Rapids
3 reviews
4.0
3 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
overall4food4service3ambience4
Usually our trips to Tupelo Honey are 5/5. Maybe it was because it was a Sunday night, our visit last night was just kind of meh. The steak salad had very little steak (and anything other than lettuce/cabbage), and the grits were not up to par (clumpy/hard to eat). We also didn't see our server very often throughout the night. Still 100% recommend TH, but there was room for improvement last night.
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OpenTable Diner
Grand Rapids
5 reviews
3.0
5 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
overall3food3service5ambience5
Our go to place for brunch - service is always amazing. Eggs were over cooked on our Benedict, but otherwise the food is great!
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OpenTable Diner
Grand Rapids
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Putting a reservation in on OpenTable saved us big time for ArtPrize! We got in earlier than the reservation and they sat us down right away. The food and service was great with some unique options. The decor and style is stunning!
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OT
OpenTable Diner
Chicago
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Food was great! Everyone loved their meals and it was a great setting after a long days work!
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pabquilts
Pittsburgh
26 reviews
vip
5.0
26 reviews
Dined on September 14, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience3
Their shrimp and grits are amazing. I live pt in SC, and I eat a lot of shrimp and grits.
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MBVr
Grand Rapids
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on September 10, 2023
overall4food3service4ambience3
Our 11:00am Sunday brunch was good, but if we return it will likely be for dinner on a weeknight. Saying this place is energetic is an understatement - which makes for a fun and lively atmosphere, but also makes it impossible to talk to the person right next to you without feeling like you are yelling. The food was quite good and the interior decor was beautifully done.
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OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 9, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
Great food! Love the “Southern comfort” food selections. It was quite busy and loud but it was Saturday night. Service was quick and staff was friendly. Plan to go back again.
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Alanna
Pittsburgh
11 reviews
vip
4.0
11 reviews
Dined on September 9, 2023
overall4food5service5ambience5
Made a reservation for outside, and when we got there we were promptly swarmed by hornets. That only got worse when the biscuits arrived. We tried to stick it out but it was totally unpleasant. We asked to be moved inside and initially was told it would be a 40 minute wait. After a conversation, our waitress kindly moved us to an inside table.
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Good
Los Angeles
177 reviews
vip
3.0
177 reviews
Dined on September 7, 2023
overall3food2service5ambience5
The ambience of the restaurant was wonderful. The chicken my friend got was juicy and delicious. The salmon I got was over cooked and dry. We didn’t have time to return it. I think chicken it their wheelhouse and should stick to what they are good at.
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OpenTable Diner
Western NC
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on September 3, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
We had a delicious mid-day meal and good conversation, in a cozy environment.
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Elisa
Chicago
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on August 27, 2023
overall5food5service4ambience5
Great food & Customer Service. We really enjoyed our breakfast.
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OpenTable Diner
Alabama
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 27, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
A little bit of a wait but it was well worth it!!!
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OpenTable Diner
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on August 27, 2023
overall4food5service4ambience4
Food was excellent but service was slow causing us to have to pay $6 garage parking fee. Brought our small dog with outside seating but space was tight with very little area for dog and no good area to relieve themselves ( no grass)
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Funkster
Grand Rapids
37 reviews
vip
4.0
37 reviews
Dined on August 25, 2023
overall4food4service4ambience4
I returned craving the fried pickles. They were delicious as always. I had their version of an old fashioned. It was well balanced. I choose the Mahi-Mahi this visit. It was good and had some spice. I’ll return again.
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Dubya
Chicago
35 reviews
vip
5.0
35 reviews
Dined on August 25, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Love this restaurant. Great menu and staff. Cheerful and helpful.
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bbenscho
Des Moines
38 reviews
vip
3.0
38 reviews
Dined on August 20, 2023
overall3food3service2ambience3
Didn't appear to be short staff but it took a long time to place our order. Had to ask twice to find our waitress so we could order. Food came quickly but not hot. No refills of the "free refill" ice tea. I have eaten at other Tupelo Honey locations and this one does not quite meet the chain's quality service standard. Food is great but be prepared to have to ask for service.
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dining50s
Chicago
114 reviews
5.0
114 reviews
Dined on August 20, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
First time at tupelo honey. Fantastic food, loved the chicken Bennie and side of grits. Eggs and sausage and waffles were excellent as well. Will definitely go back. And if you have a dog, it is dog friendly outside seating in Grand Rapids, and dog has its own menu.
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scott
Detroit
31 reviews
vip
3.0
31 reviews
Dined on August 19, 2023
overall3food4service2ambience4
Was fine. But first ordered decaf coffee. Tasted awful. Asked for another pot to be brewed was told “it was brewed just over an hour ago it should be fine”. Walked away. No coffee should sit for over an hour and be served Our order also clearly didn’t get placed as other tables sat after us. Got served and paid before we got food. Pleasentplace to sit but an honest answer would have been nice When we asked and just told busy. Otherwise food good
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Audrey
Grand Rapids
7 reviews
1.0
7 reviews
Dined on August 17, 2023
overall1food2service1ambience1
Very disappointed. Food and drinks took forever. Forevvvvverrrr! When the food came most of it was cold. Waitress never came back so we couldn’t ask for it to be warmed up. Finally got her to give us the bill but she never came to take our money to cash us out. So we had to bring our bill to the hostess station to cash out. Super disappointed.
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Susie
Grand Rapids
7 reviews
4.0
7 reviews
Dined on August 14, 2023
overall4food4service3ambience4
The shrimp and grits were delicious and the setting was lovely for a girl's lunch. I thought the $3.75 iced tea was a bit expensive, so next time I'll spend a little more for a glass of wine or just stick with water. Server was very helpful and nice, but we felt ignored at times. I was most surprised at the $9 parking fee for a little over an hour. Still up in the air whether I'd go back unless I'm already in the downtown area.
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OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 13, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience3
Very good good and service. Very very noisy in the dining room
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OpenTable Diner
Detroit
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on August 9, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
We had a reservation for 6:15 and we were seated as soon as we got there. The biscuits were amazing! Our sandwiches were amazing too! Service was good! We will be going back!
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OpenTable Diner
Minneapolis
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on August 7, 2023
overall3food4service3ambience4
Initially our reservations was given to a different group but the restaurant was able to accommodate and correct
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TomE
Chicago
13 reviews
vip
5.0
13 reviews
Dined on August 7, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Outstanding food. Unique menu with tons of flavor. Meatloaf was phenomenal.
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TomK
Detroit
6 reviews
vip
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on August 7, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Scheduled a business lunch. Sat outside on a beautiful day. The group ordered the Avocado toast, Chicken and waffles, and the Smash Burger. Everyone enjoyed their selections.
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KimJ
Atlanta Metro
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on August 6, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
Really enjoyed our brunch. The service was good and attentive, the restaurant was very bright and airy and food was tasty.
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DouglasH
Grand Rapids
31 reviews
vip
5.0
31 reviews
Dined on August 4, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Good food with a Southern flair. Friendly staff, pleasant ambience.
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OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on July 27, 2023
overall5food5service4ambience5
Excellent! Will absolutely return!! Food was delicious 😊😊
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OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on July 24, 2023
overall5food5service4ambience5
Food was great and the place is so cute! Definitely will be going back
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KristeinN
Detroit
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on July 23, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
You simply cannot go wrong choosing Tupelo Honey. Everything I have eaten is delicious, their cocktails are wonderful. It's a great place!
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HenryD
Detroit
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on July 22, 2023
overall5food5service4ambience5
My group and I really enjoyed our time and the food at Tupelo.
Tupelo Honey - Grand RapidsResponded on July 26, 2023
Hi Henry! Thanks so much for taking the time to leave us a review. We're happy to hear you enjoyed our scratch-made Southern dishes and hospitality. Please come see us again soon!
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OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on July 22, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Friendly service. Our server made great recommendations. Food was delicious. Great value. Highly recommend!!
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RandyB
Kansas City
11 reviews
5.0
11 reviews
Dined on July 21, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Really good overall experience. Food was great, service was super friendly, ambiance was active, maybe a little too loud but fun. Great southern cooking!
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JoMel
Detroit
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on July 21, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Absolutely wonderful! The food was delicious! Something for everyone, including picky eaters! The biscuits were yummy!
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OpenTable Diner
Grand Rapids
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on July 18, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Absolutely delicious food, and our server was wonderful!
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OpenTable Diner
San Francisco
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on July 16, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Alyiah was wonderful. Great food and lovely atmosphere sitting outside.
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DaveK
New York Area
4 reviews
4.0
4 reviews
Dined on July 15, 2023
overall4food4service5ambience4
We were first timers at Tupelo Honey and could not have been more satisfied thanks to the great service from Peyton. Truly an excellent server who made our dining experience most memorable.
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Safety precautions

Cleaning & sanitizing
- Surfaces sanitized between seatings
- Digital, disposable or sanitized menu provided
- Common areas deep-cleaned daily
- Sanitizer or wipes provided for customers
- Contactless payment available

Screening
- Sick staff prohibited in the workplace

FAQs

Tupelo Honey - Grand Rapids offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (616) 239-7158.

Tupelo Honey - Grand Rapids is rated 4.7 stars by 2112 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

Sep 22, 2023

7:00 PM

Booked 105 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Tupelo Honey - Grand Rapids

140 Ottawa Ave NW, Grand Rapids, MI 49503

Additional information

Cross street
Ottawa and Pearl Street
Neighborhood
Grand Rapids
Hours of operation
Mon–Thu 11:00 am–9:00 pm Fri 11:00 am–10:00 pm Sat 9:00 am–10:00 pm Sun 9:00 am–9:00 pm
Cuisines
Contemporary Southern, Southern, American
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
None
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Matt Rhoads
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
https://tupelohoneycafe.com/
Phone number
(616) 239-7158

Tupelo Honey - Grand Rapids

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Menu

What 2,112 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Loved For

Safety precautions

Cleaning & sanitizing

Screening

FAQs

Does Tupelo Honey - Grand Rapids offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is Tupelo Honey - Grand Rapids restaurant rated?

Is Tupelo Honey - Grand Rapids currently accepting reservations?

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information