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Comensoli's Italian Bistro
Price: Moderate•Italian•4.7(666)Do you love homestyle Italian cooking so much you actually dream about it? Wake up and smell the marinara! It’s simmering at Comensoli’s, where the staff is waiting to make your dinner fantasies come true! We offer a wide range of Italian dishes straight out of Nona’s cookbook. Comensoli’s features a wine list and full bar with a martini list to die for.
Featuring our Fresh Pasta Dishes, Homemade Sausage and Meatballs, Thin-crust Pizza from scratch and many other delicious family recipes able to cure your craving for old-style Italian food.Dabney & Co. - Cocktail Bar and Lounge
Price: Expensive•Contemporary Southern•4.7(23)Home of the iconic Mint Julep, Dabney & Co. offers a speakeasy-style, Contemporary Southern dining experience that blends bold flavors with soulful hospitality. Our menu features standout dishes like Black Eyed Pea Hummus, Peach Cobbler Cornbread, and Maple-Drizzled Chicken & Cornbread. Our award-winning cocktails and unique environment have been featured on NPR, TripAdvisor, and in the Michigan Tourism Campaign.
Tucked away in downtown Kalamazoo, Dabney & Co. combines an intimate, speakeasy atmosphere with walls adorned in rich music history. The sounds of Dabney range from Blues to Soul, R&B, and classic Hip Hop, setting the perfect backdrop for an unforgettable evening. With live music every Friday and regular events, there’s always something exciting happening. Our twice-crowned City Cocktail Competition Champions cocktail program perfectly complements the lively ambiance, making Dabney & Co. a must-visit destination.
See what locals rave about in Kalamazoo
- DDebraPhoenix / Arizona •5 reviews5.0Dined on May 1, 2025We had a very nice evening and Travis our waiter made the evening very relaxing and fun.More infoBrick and BrinePrice: Expensive• American• Kalamazoo•4.9
- TTheresaChicago / Illinois •3 reviews5.0Dined on Apr 27, 2025Another EPIC night with good friend delicious drinks and a phenomenal DJ! This is one of the best places to be on a Saturday night!More infoDabney & Co. - Cocktail Bar and LoungePrice: Expensive• Contemporary Southern• Kalamazoo•4.7
- LLaurieGrand Rapids / Western Michigan •6 reviews5.0Dined on Apr 26, 2025Love this place— the food and people are just awesome :)More infoComensoli's Italian BistroPrice: Moderate• Italian• Kalamazoo•4.7
- AAngelaGrand Rapids / Western Michigan •12 reviews5.0Dined on Apr 12, 2025Great service Menu was very small as they renovate but good we ordered was goodMore infoOld Burdicks Bar and GrillPrice: Moderate• American• Kalamazoo•4.1
- JJoshuaVIPDetroit / Eastern Michigan •27 reviews5.0Dined on Mar 22, 2025Very robust buffet and the staff was incredibly friendly, helpful and attentive.More infoThe Morning DishPrice: Moderate• American• Kalamazoo•4
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The city of Kalamazoo, Michigan, is named for the river that passes through the center of town. Kalamazoo is a great place for food lovers. With over 450 restaurants, travelers from all over the world will find something to enjoy. Enjoy a local beer from nearby Milwaukee while you choose from a variety of options, including Chinese, Indian, Mexican, American and Mediterranean foods. Apples and cherries are major crops in Michigan, so you might want to so enjoy a slice of apple or cherry pie after your meal. A local favorite dish is Michigan chicken salad, which is served with cherries! There are also some farm-to-table restaurants in the region, which is a great way to experience fresh, local cooking.
Frequently asked questions
The best reviewed restaurant in Kalamazoo is Buddy's Pizza - Portage
The best vegetarian restaurants in Kalamazoo are Comensoli's Italian Bistro, Brick and Brine and The Morning Dish
The restaurants with the best service in Kalamazoo are Buddy's Pizza - Portage, Brick and Brine and Comensoli's Italian Bistro
The restaurants with the best ambiance in Kalamazoo are Buddy's Pizza - Portage, Dabney & Co. - Cocktail Bar and Lounge and Brick and Brine
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