You deserve to eat when you’re hungry—even if it is 2 a.m.
While Grand Rapids has lost some of its most iconic late-night eats, and we will forever mourn Jonny B’z and Bartertown, others have stepped up to the challenge. We have a decent number of spots to snag a bite past midnight, and a handful open even after the bars close.
So next time your stomach’s empty after dark and you’re wanting to keep your fourth meal local, check out these late-night bites around town.
Side Piece Bodega
1450 Wealthy St. SE, Grand Rapids
Open ‘til midnight, Thu-Sat
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Next time you’re in Eastown up late, whether it’s for one of many bars on Wealthy, or just for a nice stroll, check out Side Piece Bodega, run out of a takeout window at Basalt. It’s a creative Tex-Mex spinoff catered to your late-night cravings, with everything from quesabirria and taquitos to smash burgers and mozz sticks. Plus: Candy, snacks, drinks and Tylenol, just like a real bodega!
Vito’s Pizza
658 W. Fulton St., Grand Rapids
Open ‘til 3 a.m. most days, 4 a.m. weekends
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Vito’s Pizza is open late—real late, every single night. Whether you’re at home on the couch watching Family Guy or at a factory working third shift, they’re happy to deliver near the downtown area deep into the night. Or, stop in for a slice! And yes, this is the spot from 30 Minutes or Less, starring Jesse Eisenberg.
Tacos El Cuñado - Burton
455 Burton St. SW, Grand Rapids
Open ‘til 3 a.m. on weekends
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Tacos. Tortas. Burritos. What more do you need to know? Tacos El Cuñado has spread all around town for good reason, and the Burton Street location is open late on Fridays and Saturdays. You could spend an hour in the drive-thru at Taco Bell, or you could get some real Mexican food for your fourth meal.
Yesterdog
1505 Wealthy St. SE, Grand Rapids
Open ‘til midnight most days, 2 a.m. weekends
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Yesterdog is simply iconic, a local institution with a long history of famous customers like Barack Obama and Janet Jackson, not to mention just about every person who grew up in Grand Rapids. It feels like stepping into a tasty time machine, in the best way possible. They’re cash only, the menu only has six hot dogs, and most importantly, they’re open late.
New York Fried Chicken
743 S. Division & 777 44th St., Grand Rapids,
Open ‘til 3 a.m. most days, 4 a.m. weekends
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Inspired by the fast-paced, flavor-packed food scene of the Big Apple, New York Fried Chicken has a large, mouthwatering menu full of everything craveable—from fried chicken to burgers, Italian beef, fried fish, cheesesteaks, wings, fries, and all kinds of sides. It’s the perfect option for getting off a late-night shift, satisfying the munchies, or getting ahead of tomorrow’s hangover.
Grand Coney Diner
809 Michigan St. NE, Grand Rapids
Open 24/7
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At what point do you cross the threshold from late-night eats to breakfast? That’s the kind of existential question one is left to ponder at Grand Coney, open 24 hours. When you’ve danced the night away but aren’t ready for it to end, and you need just a little bit more time with your friends before the wall of exhaustion hits, you head to Grand Coney for some eggs, hot dogs, fried food, and a cup of decaf.
Blue Dog Tavern
638 Stocking Ave. NW, Grand Rapids
Open ‘til 1 a.m. on weekends
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For some slightly more primo dogs, all beef with lots of toppings, head to Blue Dog, one of the best bars with food in town. This casual friendly joint is known for its hot dogs, its many cute pictures of real dogs, and its loaded tots. And, for those of us who still love craft beer, they have a solid menu. Come here for one last drink and some grub to cap the night off.
The Foolery
10 Ionia Ave. NW, Grand Rapids
Open ‘til 1 a.m. on weekends
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When you’re downtown after a concert that went late and looking for a bite, head to The Foolery, known for scratch-made Detroit-style pizza. It’s luscious stuff, and available by the slice until 1 a.m. on Fridays and Saturdays, so you can hang out and wind down or just grab a bite and jet. And while you’re at it, you can grab a nightcap (alcoholic or non)!
Other Late-Night Options
Stella’s Lounge
53 Commerce Ave. SW, Grand Rapids
Kitchen open ‘til 12:30 a.m. on weekends
Nonla Burger
449 Bridge St. NW, Grand Rapids
Open ‘til 12 a.m. on weekends
Fratelli’s Pizza
435 Bridge St. NW, Grand Rapids
Open ‘til midnight most days, 2 a.m. weekends
Z’s Bar & Restaurant
168 Louis Campau Promenade, Grand Rapids
Kitchen open ‘til 1 a.m.
Gino’s Pizza
1556 Wealthy St. SE, Grand Rapids
Open ‘til 1 a.m. most days, 2 a.m. weekends
MIZIZI
1539 Plainfield Ave. NE, Grand Rapids
Open ‘til midnight on weekends
Midnight Express Café
225 Hastings St. NE, Grand Rapids
Kitchen open ‘til midnight every day
Big O Pizza & Booze
80 Ottawa Ave., Grand Rapids
Open ‘til 2 a.m. on weekends
Turnstiles
526 Stocking Ave. NW, Grand Rapids
Kitchen open ‘til midnight on weekends
Peppino’s
130 Ionia Ave. & 1515 Eastport Dr., Grand Rapids
Open ‘til 1 a.m. on weekends
