MDRD

Name: MDRD
Address: 187 Monroe Ave NW, Grand Rapids, MI, United States, 49503
Telephone: (616) 776-6425
Price range: $50 and over
Rating: 4.6

4.6

1930 Reviews

$50 and over

Spanish

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2 people

Nov 29, 2024

7:00 p.m.

Booked 6 times today

Experiences are available.

Good for special occasions
Romantic
Great for scenic views

At MDRD, you’re invited to sample modern Spanish cuisine. Melt into the lavish vibe of a dining experience where your every need is anticipated. From fabulous furnishings and sounds of the city to a deluge of exciting flavors—all your senses are engaged. Feel the rhythm of Madrid as you enter the seductive atmosphere of this luxurious top-floor tapería. Get swept up. Experience MDRD.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
Spanish
Hours of Operation
Dinner Tue–Thu 4:30 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:30 pm–11:00 pm
Phone number
(616) 776-6425
Website
http://amwaygrand.com/dining/MDRD
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual
Executive Chef
Kyle Tilstra
Private party facilities
Ignite your evening in the lively atmosphere of MDRD as you savor modern Spanish entrées, tantalizing shareables, decadent desserts and drink in the Grand Rapids skyline. Join us on the 27th floor of the Amway Grand Plaza and revel in the rhythm of Madrid.
Private party contact
Sarina Charif: (616) 776-3233

Location
187 Monroe Ave NW, Grand Rapids, MI 49503
Neighbourhood
Grand Rapids
Parking details
Parking is available in the Amway Grand Plaza parking garage. Restaurant guests are provided a 50% discounted validation.
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Private Room, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

Experience La Buena Vista
US$25.00 per person
Prepaid
Multiple dates available
Want to guarantee you and your fellow diners will have the best seat in the house? Elevate your evening at MDRD with Experience La Buena Vista. This paid, non-refundable, add-on secures a table that is guaranteed to overlook the Grand River and cityscape. Savor modern Spanish delicacies and lavish libations, surrounded by views of the Grand Rapids skyline. Satiate your wanderlust with the captivating views from the 27th floor and revel in the rhythm of Madrid. Terms & Conditions Each reservation can seat up to maximum of 4 guests $25 pre-payment is non-refundable or transferable Table secured 2 hours, 15 minutes Guests arriving more then 15 minutes late will have reservation canceled and pre-payment will not be refunded

Ensalada de CalabazaUS$17.00
roasted delicata, fennel pollen, arugula, fried serrano ham, honey orange whipped yogurt, poached michigan cranberry
Seasonal GazpachoUS$12.00
beetroot, whipped goat cheese, marcona almond, pickled cherry, garlic oil, micro tangerine
Ensalada de PepinoUS$15.00
cucumber, sweet peppers, pickled corn, sheep milk cheese, radish, salsa verde

Tapas

Ora King Salmon CrudoUS$28.00
carrot aguachile, spanish olive oil, preserved lemon, pickled kohlrabi, micro cilantro
Croquetas de JamónUS$17.00
jamon serrano, bechamel, manchego, herbed mustard salsa
Pulpo a la GallegaUS$29.00
grilled octopus, fingerling potato, dehydrated black garlic, pimenton oil, squid ink vinaigrette
Mejilones y ChorizoUS$27.00
bangs island mussels, piquillo pepper, roast garlic, albarino vino, dulse, butter, squid ink toast
Tortilla de MDRDUS$15.00
spanish omelette, manchego, potato, red pepper sofrito
Brusselas y ChampignonesUS$17.00
porcini & oyster mushroom conserva, brussels sprouts, coddled egg, salsa macha, saffron aioli, pickled leek
Pan con TomateUS$13.00
brioche, kumato tomato, garlic aioli, candied rosemary
Iberico Pork BellyUS$22.00
pedro ximenez glazed belly, kabocha squash puree, smoked apple, citrus foam, scallion curls
Empanada de Rabo de ToroUS$18.00
braised oxtail, caramelized onion, chevre, mustard pearls
Patatas BravasUS$12.00
crispy potatoes, salsa bravas, aioli
Salmón con TrufaUS$19.00
cold-smoked salmon, puff pastry, truffle, honey, crema
Jamón y QuesosUS$42.00
assorted cured meats, cheese, olives, pickles, chutney

Platos Principales

Vieiras con MaizUS$56.00
seared scallops, chorizo polenta, red pepper coulis, corn pudding, garlic chips, pickled corn
Chuleta Iberíco*US$60.00
iberian bone in pork chop, romesco sauce, apple-kohlrabi salad, lemon-oregano vinaigrette
Ora King Salmon al HornoUS$48.00
rosemary-citrus bomba rice, candy-stripe beet, marinated tomato, mojo de ajo
Trompeta de SetasUS$39.00
trumpet mushroom, roasted chestnuts, squash agrodulce, leek ash
Pierna de VenadoUS$65.00
venison shank, pepperonata, braised chickpea, tempranillo jus, pepita dukkah, sage
Lomo con ColiflorUS$58.00
seared beef tenderloin, tri-color cauliflower, pickled shallot, butterbean puree, porcini demi-glace
Pollo de OtoñoUS$42.00
roast chicken breast, braised mushrooms and leeks, sweet potato puree, orange gastrique

Drinks / Bebidas

Cócteles

Gin TonicUS$18.00
gin, sloe gin, lemon tonic, grapefruit, thyme, black lemon
Solera Barrel Aged CóctelUS$20.00
cardenal mendoza brandy de jerez, rye whiskey, vermut rojo, benedictine barrel-aged in-house for 4-6 weeks
Fría FríaUS$17.00
herb and citrus marinated vodka, spanish gin, alma de trabanco, pasubio amaro, olive oil wash, la peral bleu-truffle olive
ClaramenteUS$17.00
reposado tequila, mezcal, clarified citrus, cinnamon, toasted coconut distillate, vanilla bean
The ExpatUS$17.00
fundador amontillado brandy, bourbon, demerara, pernod mist
Flamenco ReservaUS$17.00
spanish gin, magdala, lemon, alma de trabanco, fresh peaches rested on white oak
SandaloUS$17.00
metaxa, lillet rouge, grilled pineapple, fresh lemon, aqua faba, red sandalwood mist
Clavel RojoUS$20.00
mezcal, aperol, vermut rojo, smoked sea salt, shaved bolivian chocolate; rested on ambruana wood
GloriaUS$50.00
torres 'jaime' 30 yr brandy de jerez, dom perignon brioche amer, golden walnut oil; served neat at cellar temperature

Mócteles

Copa VerdeUS$17.00
seedlip 'grove', honeydew-almond cordial, pandan, lime, sanbitter
Copa PamplonaUS$17.00
seedlip 'garden', ginger, membrillo, lemon, burnt fig tea, smoked paprika
Copa MerengueUS$17.00
oatmeal infused seedlip 'grove', cold brew, pumpkin spice demerara, toasted meringue

Cerveza

Estrella Galicia | Spain | LagerUS$7.00
Jai Alai | Florida | IPAUS$7.00
Perrin Black | Grand Rapids | Cascadian Dark AleUS$7.00
Bell's Kalamazoo Stout | Kalamazoo | American StoutUS$7.00
Untitled Art. | Wisconsin | Rotating Hard SeltzerUS$8.00
Mdrd el Ambar Lager | Grand Rapids | AmberUS$7.00
Stella 'Liberte' | Belgium | Malt Beverage (Non-Alcoholic)US$7.00
Athletic 'Free Wave' | Connecticut | Hazy IPA (Non-Alcoholic)US$7.00

Wine / Vino

Vino Espumoso

2023 Avinyó 'Petillant' Muscat de Frontignan Blend – Penedès, ESPUS$14.00
- GlUS$14.00
- BtlUS$52.00
2021 Raventós I Blanc 'Blanc de Blancs' – Conca del Riu Anoia, ESPUS$19.00
- GlUS$19.00
- BtlUS$72.00
2019 Raventós I Blanc 'De la Finca' – Conca del Riu Anoia, ESPUS$109.00
- BtlUS$109.00
NV Pierre Gerbais 'Grains de Celles' Extra Brut – Champagne, FRUS$128.00
- BtlUS$128.00
NV Krug 'Grande Cuvée 170ème Edition' – Champagne, FRUS$425.00
- BtlUS$425.00
2002 Louis Roederer 'Cristal' – Champagne, FRUS$899.00
- BtlUS$899.00
2010 Pepe Raventos 'Mas de Serral' – Conca del Riu Anoia, ESPUS$389.00
- BtlUS$389.00

Vino Blanco

2023 Ameztoi – Hondarribi Zuri – Getariako Txakolina, ESPUS$16.00
- GlUS$16.00
- BtlUS$60.00
2022 Gramona 'Gessamí' Muscat, Sauvignon Blanc & Gewurztraminer – Penedès, ESPUS$14.00
- GlUS$14.00
- BtlUS$52.00
2023 Granbazán 'Etiqueta Verde' Albariño – Rías Baixas, ESPUS$16.00
- GlUS$16.00
- BtlUS$60.00
2022 Ladeiras do XIL 'Gaba do Xil' Godello – Valdeorras, ESPUS$15.00
- GlUS$15.00
- BtlUS$56.00
2021 Bodegas Angel Rodríguez 'Martinsancho' Verdejo – Rueda, ESPUS$16.00
- GlUS$16.00
- BtlUS$63.00
2021 Pago del Vicario 'Talva' Chardonnay & Sauvignon Blend – Tierra de Castilla, ESPUS$18.00
- GlUS$18.00
- BtlUS$68.00
2022 Can Sumoi 'Perfum' Malvasia & Moscatel Blend – Penedès, ESPUS$56.00
- BtlUS$56.00
2023 Pardevalles – Albarín Blanco – León, ESPUS$52.00
- BtlUS$52.00
2021 Lucien Crochet 'La Croix du Roy' Sauvignon Blanc – Sancerre, FRUS$111.00
- BtlUS$111.00
2022 Can Sumoi – Xarel-lo – Penedès, ESPUS$63.00
- BtlUS$63.00
2019 Credo de Recaredo 'Miranius' Xarel-lo – Penedès, ESPUS$53.00
- BtlUS$53.00
2022 Do Ferreiro – Albariño – Rias Baixas, ESPUS$70.00
- BtlUS$70.00
2022 Do Ferreiro 'Cepas Vellas' Albariño – Rias Baixas, ESPUS$150.00
- BtlUS$150.00
2022 Lioco – Chardonnay – Sonoma County, CAUS$68.00
- BtlUS$68.00
2018 Jean Bourdy 'Cotes du Jura' Chardonnay – Jura, FRUS$80.00
- BtlUS$80.00
2016 Lagar de Sabariz 'A Pita Cega' Treixadura & Albarino – Galicia, ESPUS$159.00
- BtlUS$159.00
2014 Bodegas Bhilar 'Phinca la Revilla' Viura – Rioja Alavesa, ESPUS$281.00
- BtlUS$281.00
2019 Abel Mendoza – Tempranillo Blanco – Rioja, ESPUS$114.00
- BtlUS$114.00
1973 Lopez de Heredia 'Vina Tondonia Gran Reserva Blanco' White Blend – Rioja Alta, ESPUS$2,310.00
- BtlUS$2,310.00
2020 Remelluri 'Blanco' White Blend – Rioja, ESPUS$239.00
- BtlUS$239.00

Vino Blanco Macerado y Vino Rosado

2021 Rogue Vine 'Jamon Jamon' Moscatel Macerado – Itata Valley, CHLUS$52.00
- BtlUS$52.00
2022 Scythian Wine Co. – Palamino Fino – Cucamonga Valley, CAUS$114.00
- BtlUS$114.00
2021 Alfredo Maestro 'Lovamor' Albillo Mayor – Castilla y Leon, ESPUS$60.00
- BtlUS$60.00
2023 Ameztoi 'Rubentis' Hondarribi Beltza & Hondarribi Zuri – Getariako Txakolina, ESPUS$16.00
- GlUS$16.00
- BtlUS$60.00
2023 Can Sumoi 'La Rosa' Sumoll & Xarel-lo – Penedes, ESPUS$65.00
- BtlUS$65.00

Vino Tinto

2022 Bernabeleva 'Camino de Navaherreros' Garnacha – Madrid, ESPUS$14.00
- GlUS$14.00
- BtlUS$52.00
2022 Guímaro – Mencía – Ribeira Sacra, ESPUS$15.00
- GlUS$15.00
- BtlUS$54.00
2022 Ca'n Verdura 'Negre' Mantonegro Blend – Binissalem-Mallorca, ESPUS$16.00
- GlUS$16.00
- BtlUS$60.00
2022 Alfredo Maestro 'Viña Almate' Tempranillo – Castilla y León, ESPUS$15.00
- GlUS$15.00
- BtlUS$56.00
2021 Catena – Malbec – Mendoza, ARGUS$15.00
- GlUS$15.00
- BtlUS$56.00
2021 Dominio de Pingus 'PSI' Tempranillo – Ribera del Duero, ESPUS$25.00
- GlUS$25.00
- BtlUS$96.00
2020 Catena Zapata 'Catena Alta' Cabernet Sauvignon – Mendoza, ARGUS$30.00
- GlUS$30.00
- BtlUS$116.00
2020 Lomas de Llahuen 'Pipeño' Pais – Itata Valley, CLUS$51.00
- BtlUS$51.00
2019 Els Jelipins – Sumoll – Penedès, ESPUS$186.00
- BtlUS$186.00
2021 Stranger Wine Co. – Pinot Noir – Lake Michigan Shore, MIUS$72.00
- BtlUS$72.00
2022 Bodega Chacra 'Cincuenta y Cinco' Pinot Noir – Patagonia, ArgentinaUS$137.00
- BtlUS$137.00
2019 Guimaro 'Finca Meixeman' Mencia – Ribeira Sacra, ESPUS$119.00
- BtlUS$119.00
2021 Envinate 'Misturado de Abeleda' Mencia Blend – Ribera Sacra, ESPUS$106.00
- BtlUS$106.00
2020 Stratum Wines 'Matas Altas' Monastrell – Jumilla, ESPUS$62.00
- BtlUS$62.00
2022 Scythian Wine Co. – Zinfandel & Alicante Bouchet – Cucamonga Vally, CAUS$114.00
- BtlUS$114.00
2022 Scythian Wine Co 'Revolution' Zinfandel & Palamino – Cucamonga Vally, CAUS$144.00
- BtlUS$144.00
2014 Bodegas Bhilar 'Phincas la Revilla' Tempranillo – Rioja Alavesa, ESPUS$281.00
- BtlUS$281.00
2015 López de Heredia 'Viña Cubillo' Tempranillo Blend – Rioja Alta, ESPUS$73.00
- BtlUS$73.00
2012 López de Heredia 'Viña Bosconia Reserva' Tempranillo Blend – Rioja Alta, ESPUS$109.00
- BtlUS$109.00
2011 López de Heredia 'Viña Tondonia Reserva' Tempranillo Blend – Rioja Alta, ESPUS$140.00
- BtlUS$140.00
1980 Lopez de Heredia 'Vina Tondonia Gran Reserva' Tempranillo Blend – Rioja Alta, ESPUS$756.00
- BtlUS$756.00
2011 Marqués de Murrieta 'Castillo Ygay Gran Reserva Especial' Tempranillo & Mazuelo – Rioja Alta, ESPUS$362.00
- BtlUS$362.00
2020 – 4 Monos 'GR-10' Garnacha Blend – Vinos de Madrid, ESPUS$59.00
- BtlUS$59.00
2001 Domaine J.L. Chave 'Hermitage' Syrah – Hermitage, FRUS$850.00
- BtlUS$850.00
2020 Josep Grau 'Pedrabona' Garnacha & Cariñena – Priorat, ESPUS$112.00
- BtlUS$112.00
2018 Blai Ferre I Just 'Clos Petitona' Garnacha & Garnacha Peluda – Priorat, ESPUS$139.00
- BtlUS$139.00
2021 Dominio de Pingus 'Flor de Pingus' Tempranillo – Ribera del Duero, ESPUS$239.00
- BtlUS$239.00
2019 Dominio de Pingus 'Pingus' Tempranillo – Ribera del Duero, ESPUS$1,800.00
- BtlUS$1,800.00
2019 Catena Zapata 'Nicolas Catena Zapata' Cabernet Sauvignon – Mendoza, ARGUS$227.00
- BtlUS$227.00

Spirits / Espíritus

Gin

Alkkemist – SpainUS$17.00
Coppercraft Gin – MI, USUS$13.00
Eastern Kille 'Barrel Gin' – MI, USUS$13.00
Empress Gin – CanadaUS$12.00
Haymen's Sloe Gin – EnglandUS$12.00
Hendricks – ScotlandUS$13.00
Mahon – SpainUS$13.00
Plymouth Gin – EnglandUS$13.00
Plymouth Sloe – EnglandUS$13.00
Roku Gin – JapanUS$12.00
Springbank 'Arbor' Gin – MI, USUS$13.00
St. George 'Terroir' Gin – CA, USUS$14.00
Tangueray 'Sevilla Orange' Gin – ScotlandUS$12.00
The Botanist – ScotlandUS$13.00
Valentine 'Liberator' Old Tom – MI, USUS$12.00

Agave

Banhez Mezcal – MexicoUS$12.00
Bozal Cuixe Mezcal – MexicoUS$20.00
Bozal Ensamble Mezcal – MexicoUS$25.00
Clase Azul 'Añejo' – MexicoUS$140.00
Clase Azul 'Reposado' – MexicoUS$40.00
Don Julio 1942 – MexicoUS$54.00
El Tesoro 'Añejo' – MexicoUS$17.00
El Tesoro 'Blanco' – MexicoUS$13.00
El Tesoro 'Reposado' – MexicoUS$15.00
El Tesoro Añejo 'Mundial' – MexicoUS$44.00
G4 'Silver' – MexicoUS$12.00
Herradura 'Seleccion Suprema' – MexicoUS$60.00
Mi Campo 'Reposado' – MexicoUS$12.00
Montelobos Mezcal – MexicoUS$13.00
Tears of Llorona 'Extra Añejo' – MexicoUS$99.00

Bourbon / Rye Whiskey

Angels Envy - KY, USUS$20.00
Angels Envy Rye - KY, USUS$28.00
Basil Hayden 'Dark Rye' – KY, USUS$20.00
Barrell 'Armida' Bourbon – KY, USUS$23.00
Barrell 'Seagrass' Rye – KY, USUS$23.00
Bookers 2023-02 – KY, USUS$28.00
Buffalo Trace – KY, USUS$17.00
Catoctin Creek Barrel Select Rye – VA, USUS$13.00
Ek Gray Disguise – MI, USUS$15.00
Four Roses – KY, USUS$12.00
Iron Fish "Amway" Barrel Proof – MI, USUS$25.00
Iron Fish "Amway" Farm Blend – MI, USUS$19.00
Iron Fish 'Mezcal Cask' – MI, USUS$14.00
Maker's Mark – KY, USUS$12.00
Old Forester 'Statesman' – KY, USUS$16.00
Pikesville Rye 110 Proof – KY, USUS$13.00
Rittenhouse Rye – KY, USUS$10.00
Sazerac Rye – KY, USUS$17.00
Whistle Pig Rye 10 Yr – VT, USUS$20.00
Woodford Reserve 'Double Oaked' – KY, USUS$20.00

Vodka

Belvedere – PolandUS$12.00
Grey Goose – FranceUS$13.00
Ketel One – NetherlandsUS$12.00
Stoli Elit – LatviaUS$20.00
Tito's – TX, USUS$12.00

Brandy

Cardenal Mendoza 'Gran Solera Reserva' – SpainUS$14.00
D'Usse VSOP – FranceUS$12.00
Fundador 'Solera Reserva' – SpainUS$10.00
Hine Rare VSOP – FranceUS$20.00
Jacopo Poli Pear Brandy – ItalyUS$12.00
Louis XIII de Remy Martin Grand Champagne – FranceUS$395.00
Martell 'Cordon Bleu' – FranceUS$42.00
Metaxa '7 Star' – GreeceUS$12.00
Mistral Nobel Pisco – ChileUS$12.00
Moletto Grappa di Nebbiolo – ItalyUS$12.00
Remy Martin VSOP – FranceUS$13.00
Remy Martin XO – FranceUS$35.00
Romate 'Solera Reserva' – SpainUS$10.00
Torres 20 Yr 'Hors 'd'Age' – SpainUS$18.00
Torres 'Jaime 1' 30 Yr 'Gran Solera Reserva' – SpainUS$40.00

Rum

Clairin 'Communal' – HaitiUS$12.00
Clairin 'Sajous' – HaitiUS$12.00
Clairin 'Vaval' – HaitiUS$12.00
Doctor Bird – MI, USUS$12.00
Dos Maderas 5+5 PX – Barbados & SpainUS$15.00
Duquesense 'Eleve Sous Bois' – MartiniqueUS$12.00
Flor de Cana 4 Anos – NicaraguaUS$12.00
Flor de Cana 7 Anos – NicaraguaUS$12.00
Hamiltion 151 'Demerara' – GuyanaUS$11.00
Hampden Estate 'Overproof' – JamaicaUS$25.00
Novo Fogo Silver Cachaca – BrazilUS$12.00
Pampero Anniversario – VenezuelaUS$12.00
Plantation OFTD – Regional BlendUS$12.00
Plantation 'Stiggins Fancy' – Regional BlendUS$12.00
Plantation 3 Stars – Regional BlendUS$12.00
Real Mccoy 12 Yr – BarbadosUS$12.00
Wray and Nephew Overproof – JamaicaUS$12.00

Scotch / Whisk(e)y

Ardbeg 10 Yr – ScotlandUS$20.00
Auchentoshan 'American Oak' – ScotlandUS$14.00
Balvenie 12 Yr 'Doublewood' – ScotlandUS$17.00
Balvenie 14 Yr 'Caribbean Cask' – ScotlandUS$23.00
Balvenie 21 Yr 'Portwood' – ScotlandUS$68.00
Bruichladdich 'Classic Laddie' – ScotlandUS$15.00
Canadian Club 'Chronicles' 43 Yr – CanadaUS$80.00
Compass Box 'Story of the Spainard' – ScotlandUS$22.00
Glenfiddich 12 Yr – ScotlandUS$13.00
Glenmorangie 18 Yr – ScotlandUS$30.00
Hakushu 12 Yr – JapanUS$40.00
Johnnie Walker 'Blue Label' – ScotlandUS$70.00
Lagavulin 16 Yr – ScotlandUS$28.00
Lot 40' Dark Oak – CanadaUS$16.00
Macallan 12 Yr – ScotlandUS$20.00
Monkey Shoulder – ScotlandUS$13.00
Oban 14 Yr – ScotlandUS$22.00
Redbreast 12 Yr – IrelandUS$13.00
Suntory Toki – JapanUS$13.00
Yamazaki 12 Yr – JapanUS$40.00
Yamazaki 18 Yr – JapanUS$180.00

What 1,930 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.6

4.6 based on recent ratings

4.6Food
4.7Service
4.8Ambience
4.2Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Grand Rapids / Western Michigan
Best Ambience
Grand Rapids / Western Michigan
Innovative
Grand Rapids / Western Michigan
Hot spot
Grand Rapids / Western Michigan
Romantic
Grand Rapids / Western Michigan
Great for scenic views
Grand Rapids
Best Ambience
Grand Rapids
Innovative
Grand Rapids
Hot spot
Grand Rapids
Romantic
Grand Rapids
Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

MDRD offers a stunning dining experience in Grand Rapids with incredible views and exceptional service. Guests rave about the "amazing food and views," praising the tapas and inventive cocktails. While main dishes sometimes receive mixed reviews, the ambiance and attentive staff make it a memorable spot for special occasions.

1,930 Reviews

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Fred
Grand Rapids
6 reviews
2.0
6 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 2
2. Food 5
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 4
We made reservations for two persons on Open Table on 11/27 for Thanksgiving Day at MDRD. We checked the box that stated it was a "Deposit" to hold the table for $25 apiece (total $50). We assumed it would be used for no-shows or credited to our bill. We dined and had a delicious meal with good service from Megan. When the bill arrived (grand total of $293, including tax and 20% tip), it did not credit us with the $50 deposit. When we inquired about it, the manager came to our table and stated that this was a fee for the table, not a Deposit that would be used against the final bill. When we objected, the manager said he would refund the $50 on our credit card. We then gave Megan our credit card and she returned to our table with a credit card slip for $341 instead of $293. Once again, we objected and wouldn't sign the slip for the wrong amount (getting embarrassing now as nearby diners began watching this commotion). Again, a manager came to our table, took the bill back for the wrong amount and gave us a new bill for $293 to sign, which we did. Looking at our credit card today, the 29th, our credit card was billed $50 for the "deposit", $293 for our bill, and $341 for the wrong bill. We are simply incredulous. We have been charged $685 for a meal that cost $293.
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melissa
Pittsburgh
9 reviews
vip
5.0
9 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I’m a regular at MDRD, it’s so incredible I will always be back. I take many people here, the food is always great, wonderful cocktails, and the service is second to none.
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Israel
Grand Rapids
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Our servers were amazing and the food was so good! It was my wife’s birthday and they wrote her a birthday message with chocolate on the dessert plate and left her a birthday note on the table when we arrived. I will definitely be recommending this place to my friends.
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Demetrike
Detroit
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We celebrated my husbands birthday at MDRD and our server Terrance made the night unforgettable. We never looked at the menu and asked him to bring us his favorites, and he did NOT disappoint! The food was excellent, the ambiance was awesome, and Terrance’s energy was incredible and contagious. Highly recommend.
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Stacee
Grand Rapids
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Wow! First timer and took my cousin out and it was her first time as well. Terrence was… how do I put this? PERFECTION! The moment he walked up to the table, he brought a smile to our faces, was inviting, informative, and energetic in a way that totally matched the vibes of MDRD. There was quite a large table of loud businessmen next to us, but thankfully they finished up within 45 mins or so of us taking a seat. Grateful for that because I felt like we were having to shout across our two top to hear each other over their booming voices. This obviously had nothing to do with the restaurant, but it felt worth mentioning if you are sitting along the booths behind the bar. The tables are close so everything felt very intimate with the couples on each side of us. It was cute though and the couples next to us felt like old friends as Terrence brought us all together to talk our favorite cocktails so far, what glassware we loved, and then we would all go back about our business. It was absolutely lovely and will 100% return. Excellent views! Excellent vibes! I definitely felt like I was in a city bigger than Grand Rapids during this dinner.
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Nick
Detroit
3 reviews
vip
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on November 21, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Perfect place for an anniversary dinner; we will definitely come back
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Alanna
Grand Rapids
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on November 21, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Beautiful view and ambience. A bit loud music for conversation. Our server was well-informed . Food was unique and flavorful. Great for special occasions!
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Robin
Detroit
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on November 20, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
MDRD was a fantastic place to celebrate our anniversary. Great food and ambiance only made better by our knowledgeable and friendly server, Terrance!
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Charles
Grand Rapids
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on November 16, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
We ordered octopus, oxtail empanadas, two drinks, venison shank and scallops. The only dish we would have ordered again was probably the scallops and it was an excellent dish. Outside of that the octopus was charged so black you could use a spoon to scrape off burned food and the venison shank was extremely tough on the outside with the beans lacking in seasoning. For the venison shank I think they were going for a crisp bark with a tender inside but it was poorly executed. The drinks were ok but lacked deptj of flavor.
MDRDResponded on November 18, 2024
Hi Charles, thank you for reviewing us. We sincerely regret that your experience did not meet expectations, we strive to provide our guests with the best dining experience possible and we regret that we failed to do so this time. We hope you'll give us another chance so we can share a more flavorful experience with you!
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Jim
Grand Rapids
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 16, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great ambiance of the GR skyline & our server was extremely knowledgeable in both the menu & wine list as well as very attentive. The portions were a bit small for the price but delicious. Overall Great experience, would highly recommend.
MDRDResponded on November 18, 2024
Hi Jim, thank you for reviewing us! We're so happy to know you had a great experience with us and we hope to welcome you again soon!
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FAQs

MDRD is rated 4.6 stars by 1930 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

Nov 29, 2024

7:00 p.m.

Booked 6 times today

Experiences are available.

187 Monroe Ave NW, Grand Rapids, MI 49503

Additional information

Neighbourhood
Grand Rapids
Hours of Operation
Dinner Tue–Thu 4:30 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:30 pm–11:00 pm
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
Spanish
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
Parking is available in the Amway Grand Plaza parking garage. Restaurant guests are provided a 50% discounted validation.
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Kyle Tilstra
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Private Room, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://amwaygrand.com/dining/MDRD
Phone number
(616) 776-6425
Private party facilities
Ignite your evening in the lively atmosphere of MDRD as you savor modern Spanish entrées, tantalizing shareables, decadent desserts and drink in the Grand Rapids skyline. Join us on the 27th floor of the Amway Grand Plaza and revel in the rhythm of Madrid.
Private party contact
Sarina Charif: (616) 776-3233

MDRD

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Private dining

Additional information

Experience La Buena Vista

Sopa y Ensalada

Ensalada de CalabazaUS$17.00

Seasonal GazpachoUS$12.00

Ensalada de PepinoUS$15.00

Tapas

Ora King Salmon CrudoUS$28.00

Croquetas de JamónUS$17.00

Pulpo a la GallegaUS$29.00

Mejilones y ChorizoUS$27.00

Tortilla de MDRDUS$15.00

Brusselas y ChampignonesUS$17.00

Pan con TomateUS$13.00

Iberico Pork BellyUS$22.00

Empanada de Rabo de ToroUS$18.00

Patatas BravasUS$12.00

Salmón con TrufaUS$19.00

Jamón y QuesosUS$42.00

Platos Principales

Vieiras con MaizUS$56.00

Chuleta Iberíco*US$60.00

Ora King Salmon al HornoUS$48.00

Trompeta de SetasUS$39.00

Pierna de VenadoUS$65.00

Lomo con ColiflorUS$58.00

Pollo de OtoñoUS$42.00

Drinks / Bebidas

Cócteles

Gin TonicUS$18.00

Solera Barrel Aged CóctelUS$20.00

Fría FríaUS$17.00

ClaramenteUS$17.00

The ExpatUS$17.00

Flamenco ReservaUS$17.00

SandaloUS$17.00

Clavel RojoUS$20.00

GloriaUS$50.00

Mócteles

Copa VerdeUS$17.00

Copa PamplonaUS$17.00

Copa MerengueUS$17.00

Cerveza

Estrella Galicia | Spain | LagerUS$7.00

Jai Alai | Florida | IPAUS$7.00

Perrin Black | Grand Rapids | Cascadian Dark AleUS$7.00

Bell's Kalamazoo Stout | Kalamazoo | American StoutUS$7.00

Untitled Art. | Wisconsin | Rotating Hard SeltzerUS$8.00

Mdrd el Ambar Lager | Grand Rapids | AmberUS$7.00

Stella 'Liberte' | Belgium | Malt Beverage (Non-Alcoholic)US$7.00

Athletic 'Free Wave' | Connecticut | Hazy IPA (Non-Alcoholic)US$7.00

Wine / Vino

Vino Espumoso

2023 Avinyó 'Petillant' Muscat de Frontignan Blend – Penedès, ESPUS$14.00

2021 Raventós I Blanc 'Blanc de Blancs' – Conca del Riu Anoia, ESPUS$19.00

2019 Raventós I Blanc 'De la Finca' – Conca del Riu Anoia, ESPUS$109.00

NV Pierre Gerbais 'Grains de Celles' Extra Brut – Champagne, FRUS$128.00

NV Krug 'Grande Cuvée 170ème Edition' – Champagne, FRUS$425.00

2002 Louis Roederer 'Cristal' – Champagne, FRUS$899.00

2010 Pepe Raventos 'Mas de Serral' – Conca del Riu Anoia, ESPUS$389.00

Vino Blanco

2023 Ameztoi – Hondarribi Zuri – Getariako Txakolina, ESPUS$16.00

2022 Gramona 'Gessamí' Muscat, Sauvignon Blanc & Gewurztraminer – Penedès, ESPUS$14.00

2023 Granbazán 'Etiqueta Verde' Albariño – Rías Baixas, ESPUS$16.00

2022 Ladeiras do XIL 'Gaba do Xil' Godello – Valdeorras, ESPUS$15.00

2021 Bodegas Angel Rodríguez 'Martinsancho' Verdejo – Rueda, ESPUS$16.00

2021 Pago del Vicario 'Talva' Chardonnay & Sauvignon Blend – Tierra de Castilla, ESPUS$18.00

2022 Can Sumoi 'Perfum' Malvasia & Moscatel Blend – Penedès, ESPUS$56.00

2023 Pardevalles – Albarín Blanco – León, ESPUS$52.00

2021 Lucien Crochet 'La Croix du Roy' Sauvignon Blanc – Sancerre, FRUS$111.00

2022 Can Sumoi – Xarel-lo – Penedès, ESPUS$63.00

2019 Credo de Recaredo 'Miranius' Xarel-lo – Penedès, ESPUS$53.00

2022 Do Ferreiro – Albariño – Rias Baixas, ESPUS$70.00

2022 Do Ferreiro 'Cepas Vellas' Albariño – Rias Baixas, ESPUS$150.00

2022 Lioco – Chardonnay – Sonoma County, CAUS$68.00

2018 Jean Bourdy 'Cotes du Jura' Chardonnay – Jura, FRUS$80.00

2016 Lagar de Sabariz 'A Pita Cega' Treixadura & Albarino – Galicia, ESPUS$159.00