Romantic Restaurants in Grand Rapids, Michigan

1. The Kitchen by Wolfgang Puck

Located in Amway Grand Plaza Hotel in downtown Grand Rapids, The Kitchen by Wolfgang Puck is an award-winning restaurant with out-of-this-world views of the Grand River.

Open seven days a week for lunch and dinner; the restaurant specializes in a global cuisine that has been prepared with fresh, locally sourced ingredients and Wolfgang Puck's signature recipes. The outstanding cuisine is paired with fine wines from around the world from the hand-curated wine list, as well as 16 local craft beers on tap and by the bottle.

Signature cocktails can be sipped on the outdoor patio against a backdrop of spectacular views, and private dining rooms are available for special occasions.

The Kitchen by Wolfgang Puck, i>187 Monroe Ave NW, Grand Rapids, MI 49503, Phone: 616-776-3230

2. Bistro Bella Vita

Located in downtown Grand Rapids, Bistro Bella Vita is a romantic Italian restaurant that echoes of Tuscany.

Specializing in modern Italian and French cuisine prepared with sustainably-sourced ingredients and local produce, the restaurant serves delicious plates of fresh seafood, handmade pasta, and in-house sauces, prime rotisserie-roasted meats, and wood-fired brick-oven pizzas.

Special gluten-free or custom dishes are prepared for lactose intolerant, vegetarian and vegan diets, and the full-service bar offers a wide range of libations including fine wines from around the world, craft beers, top-shelf spirits, and signature cocktails, including over 20 martinis. Bistro Bella Vita is open for lunch and dinner, Monday through Friday, and dinner only on the weekends.

Bistro Bella Vita , 44 Grandville Avenue Southwest # 100, Grand Rapids, MI 49503, Phone: 616-222-4600

3. Blue Water Grill Restaurant

Boasting striking Frank Lloyd Wright-inspired architecture and stylish interiors with a large stone fireplace and floor-to-ceiling plate glass windows that embrace breath-taking views, the Blue Water Grill Restaurant serves New American cuisine and exceptional global wines.

Overlooking the Versluis Lake, the northern Grand Rapids restaurant is renowned for its outstanding cuisine, which includes rotisserie chicken with snow peas and mushrooms, blackened mahi-mahi tacos with avocado and cilantro aioli, and paper-thin wood-fired pizzas with unique toppings. The wine list features curated selections from around the world, along with a range of northern Michigan's top varietals. Blue Water Grill Restaurant is open for lunch and dinner, seven days a week.

Blue Water Grill Restaurant, 5180 Northland Dr. NE, Grand Rapids, MI 49525, Phone: 616-363-5900

4. Cork Wine & Grille

Nestled in the Cascade Township of Grand Rapids, Cork Wine & Grille is the place to go for the freshest seafood and catch of the day fish.

Seamlessly blending outstanding seasonal cuisine, award-winning wines, impeccable service, and an inviting, intimate atmosphere, Cork Wine & Grille is ideal for a romantic dinner for two or special celebration. The seasonal menu features delectable dishes of handcrafted appetizers, followed by entrées of fresh seafood and fish of the day, prime steaks, housemade pasta and sauces, and wood-fired pizzas. The food menu is accompanied by an extensive wine list of local and imported wines, craft beers and microbrews, and classic cocktails made with top-shelf spirits. Cork Wine & Grille is open for lunch and dinner, seven days a week.

Cork Wine & Grille, 5500 Cascade Road SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49546, Phone: 616-949-0570

5. Divani

Divani is a locally-owned and operated restaurant in the heart of downtown Grand Rapids with a well-stocked wine list and soft lighting that offers a romantic setting for a dinner date.

Exuding a refined and elegant ambiance, the restaurant serves a made-from-scratch, farm-to-table menu of contemporary New American cuisine, including dishes of wild mushroom risotto, duck prepared two ways and perfectly cooked filet mignon. The cuisine is accompanied by an extensive list of fine wines from regional wine growers, along with a small selection of Grower Champagnes, and French, Italian, Spanish, and South American wines. The bar also serves hand-crafted cocktails, a global beer selection featuring local draughts, and an extensive liquor collection. Divani is open for dinner only Monday through Saturday.

15 Ionia Ave SW, Grand Rapids, MI 49503, Phone: 616-774-9463

6. Sundance Grill & Bar

Have a bite of all your American favorites with a twist of Southwestern flare at this beloved restaurant. Founded over two decades ago, Sundance Grill & Bar now has two locations in Grand Rapids.

Their location on 28th Street is a go-to for weekend breakfasts like omelets and avocado toast, while their downtown location is a popular lunch spot to grab a burger and some coffee. Whether dining with family or friends, Sundance Grill & Bar offers a menu full of delicious bites including their signature cilantro cream chicken enchiladas, Reuben sandwich, and Calder City burrito. Other items on their menu include shareables like green chile queso with tortilla chips, handhelds including tacos and wraps, and all-day breakfast dishes like corned beef hash and breakfast quesadilla.

Sundance Grill & Bar, 5755 28th Street Southeast, Grand Rapids, Michigan 49546, Phone: 616-956-5644

7. Ju Sushi and Lounge

Offering some of the finest handmade sushi, sashimi and other Asian-fusion fare in town, Ju Sushi and Lounge is a fantastic spot for a casual, laid-back evening out.

Situated near the Bonefish Grill, the sushi bar and lounge serve a menu of starters like soft shell crab, edamame, made-from-scratch soups and salads, and hibachi grill options, followed by entrées of noodle and rice dishes, tempura, vegetable options, and a wide variety of sushi rolls, including the signature Tokyo Tower Dish. Diners can choose to eat in the main dining room or the lounge, which has a slightly more relaxed ambiance and sip on a range of traditional sake, teas, and classic cocktails. Ju Sushi and Lounge is open for lunch and dinner, seven days a week.

Ju Sushi and Lounge, 1144 E Paris Ave S E #9, Grand Rapids, MI 49546, Phone: 616-575-5858