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Scholar, Grand Rapids, MI

Scholar

4.6
4.6
311 Reviews
$31 to $50
American

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 33 times today
  • Great for creative cocktails
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
History, specifically America’s culinary history, is the central focus of our food and cocktail programs here at Scholar. Situated downtown on Grand Rapids’ iconic red brick road at 11 Ionia SW, Scholar honors previous residents of the same address while striving to achieve our goal; to earn the title of the city’s best restaurant.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American, Breakfast, Cocktail Bar
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon, Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Tue–Thu 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–11:00 pm Sat, Sun 10:00 am–3:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (616) 980-9073
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Taylor Boeschenstein
  • Neighbourhood
    Grand Rapids
  • Cross Street
    Our cross streets are Fulton and Weston.
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Weekend Brunch, Wine

What 311 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
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Grand Rapids / Western Michigan

    Best Ambience

  • Grand Rapids / Western Michigan

    Romantic

  • Grand Rapids / Western Michigan

    Lively

  • Grand Rapids / Western Michigan

    American

  • Grand Rapids / Western Michigan

    Most Booked

  • Grand Rapids

    Best Ambience

  • Grand Rapids

    Great for brunch

  • Grand Rapids

    Good for groups

  • Grand Rapids

    Healthy

  • Grand Rapids

    Romantic

  • Grand Rapids

    Good for special occasions

  • Grand Rapids

    Lively

  • Grand Rapids

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Scholar offers a "wonderful experience" with its "excellent & innovative food," "amazing cocktails," and a "great ambience." The service is "attentive," and the décor provides a unique, cozy atmosphere reminiscent of a "1920's study." While some find the prices high, the overall dining experience is highly praised.

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Scholar is rated 4.6 stars by 311 OpenTable diners.

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

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 33 times today
Google Map for Scholar

11 Ionia Ave SW, Grand Rapids, MI 49503

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Our cross streets are Fulton and Weston.
  • Neighbourhood
    Grand Rapids
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon, Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Tue–Thu 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–11:00 pm Sat, Sun 10:00 am–3:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American, Breakfast, Cocktail Bar
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Executive Chef
    Taylor Boeschenstein
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Weekend Brunch, Wine
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