Name: Oddities on Ottawa Ave
Start: 2026-10-24
End: 2026-10-24

Mexican chain restaurant specializing in fresh, handcrafted meals is located in the food court at Spectrum Health Butterworth Hospital in the Medical Mile.

Qdoba - Downtown

Regional chain restaurant serves award-winning soups, salads and sandwiches in the food court at Spectrum Health Butterworth Hospital in the Medical Mile.

Z!Eats Medical Mile

Discover your adventurous side at ROAM, a global street food restaurant in downtown Grand Rapids. Savor authentic dishes from Belgium, China, India, Mexico, Peru Poland and other world destinations.

ROAM is open seven days a week from 10am, with a full bar and Sunday brunch. It’s located right across the street from [DeVos Place Convention Center](https://www.experiencegr.com/listing/devos-place-convention-center/11375/) and [DeVos Performance Hall](https://www.experiencegr.com/listing/devos-performance-hall/4166/). From the owners of legendary Grand Rapids restaurant [San Chez Bistro](https://www.experiencegr.com/listing/san-chez-bistro/11423/), it’s a great place to explore different culinary traditions.

Roam by San Chez

Nestled near Lyon Square and the Grand River’s edge, Allora brings a coastal Italian spirit to the heart of Downtown Grand Rapids.  
Every plate begins with a story—of a fisherman’s haul, a farmer’s devotion, a family recipe passed down through time. Allora’s seafood-forward menu reimagines coastal Italian classics with care & craft. Enjoy handmade pastas, bespoke cocktails, heritage chicken, steaks, & more—each with its own chapter. We source meticulously—from Michigan growers, Italy’s artisans, and trusted purveyors of the sea—to ensure every bite is rich with intention and flavor. Steps from DeVos Place and the Amway Grand Plaza, Allora invites you to linger, savor, and celebrate.

Because when words fail, food speaks.

And then...Allora

Allora

Where cultures collide. We believe that beer brings people together and craft brewing is for everyone. Enjoy a full selection of craft beer, draft cocktails, cider, wine, and seltzer. Our craft brewery in downtown Grand Rapids serves a Puerto Rican inspired pub menu with vegetarian and gluten free options. We've worked hard to cultivate a staff and an environment where all of our neighbors can feel right at home!

City Built Brewing Co. Facility Tour

The Chop House in Grand Rapids is a beautiful destination restaurant that is richly decorated for an elegant fine dining experience. Radiating a cool, urban vibe that’s sophisticated yet comfortable, this PRIME American steakhouse impresses even the most discriminating diners. The Chop House is a perfect combination of ambiance, exceptional service and unparalleled fare; offering only the finest USDA Prime beef, wet-aged 28 days to flavorful, melt-in-your-mouth perfection. (Only two-percent of all U.S.A. beef is graded Prime.) Delight in the finest and freshest top-catch and premium seafood selections, along with only the best-rated chicken, lamb and pork selections.  
  
For after-dinner delights, indulge in La Dolce Vita’s dessert and cocktail lounge. It offers signature martinis, top-shelf liquors, after-dinner drinks and sinfully rich house made desserts. Private function rooms are also available.

La Dolce Vita at The Chop House

Treat yourself to the finer pleasures with consummately satisfying dining at The Chop House. Featuring USDA Prime Beef, the finest Midwestern, grain-fed meats, and exceptional premium wines in a refined and elegant setting.

The Chop House

Experience a different spin on bowling – shorter lanes, smaller balls, thinner pins and three rolls per frame instead of two. It’s easy for all ages to play … but it’s not necessarily easy to get strikes!

Woodrows is located inside downtown’s [Amway Grand Plaza Hotel](https://www.experiencegr.com/listing/amway-grand-plaza-curio-collection-by-hilton/11354/). You don’t have to be a guest of the hotel to play, and you don’t need to rent shoes and a ball, either – just show up and pay for a lane (or [make a reservation](https://secure.meriq.com/woodrowsduckpin/) in advance). Woodrows offers a wide variety of beers, wines and craft cocktails you can enjoy between frames. Happy hour drink specials are offered Monday-Friday from 4pm-7pm. Come see why this century-old sport is all the rage again!

Woodrows DuckPin Bowling

At Ruth’s Chris Grand Rapids we’re picky about our steaks. That’s why we serve only the finest USDA Prime beef available. If you’re in the mood for something a little different, try our Chef’s Seasonal Specials, fresh seafood selections, and homemade desserts. Casual attire. Private dining also available.

Ruth's Chris Steak House

Sundance Grill & Bar on Ottawa Avenue is a popular downtown spot for breakfast, lunch, and dinner in Grand Rapids. Known for bold Southwestern flavors and classic comfort food, this kid-friendly restaurant serves favorites like favorites like the Taos Skillet, Mahi-Mahi Tacos, the Maryland Blue Lump Crab Scramble and handcrafted cocktails from a full bar. Open daily, Sundance offers scratch-made meals in a warm, inviting setting, along with takeout, catering, and event space options—making it a go-to choice for lunch in Grand Rapids or gathering downtown any time of day.

Sundance Grill and Bar

We are an economic generator through sports tourism for Greater Grand Rapids and Kent County in the West Michigan area.

We own and operate an award winning baseball/softball complex; the Meijer Sports Complex [www.MeijerSportsComplex.com](https://www.MeijerSportsComplex.com) featuring eight fields, including a championship field that seats 1,000.

Our signature event, the Meijer State Games of Michigan (Olympic-style sporting event), draws 10,000 athletes through 60+ sports in its Winter and Summer Games.  We work with many of our local sports clubs and organizations to host various regional and national tournaments.

Why Grand Rapids? We have:
•	12,000 + hotel rooms (2,500 downtown)
•	234,000 square foot downtown convention center (fits 40 volleyball courts)
•	12,000 seat Van Andel Arena
•	5 facilities that feature 4+ courts and multiple grass or turf fields
•	Grant program for new events
•	and more!

West Michigan Sports Commission

Expect the street packed with live entertainment, DJs, Odd + Spooky vendors, local makers, food, drinks, costumes, and plenty of weirdness!

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