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Principle Food and Drink

4.7 ★ · 1,031 reviews on Google · $$$

Open now · 230 S Kalamazoo Mall, Kalamazoo, MI 49007

Principle Food and Drink is a date-night restaurant at 230 S Kalamazoo Mall in Kalamazoo, MI. Its rustic-chic setting combines a cozy, romantic atmosphere with an upscale feel. The food centers on elevated comfort dishes made with local ingredients, with small plates, vegetarian and vegan options, and dessert also available. Bespoke cocktails are a focus of the on-site bar, which also serves beer, wine, and liquor. Late-night food is among the offerings. Dinner is a popular reason to visit, and reservations are accepted and recommended for the evening meal. The restaurant accommodates groups and solo diners, welcomes LGBTQ guests, and offers both indoor and outdoor seating. Dine-in service and takeout are available, but delivery is not. Accessibility features include a wheelchair-accessible entrance, seating, restroom, and parking. Free and paid street parking are listed. Principle Food and Drink has a Google rating of 4.7 from 1,031 reviews.

Principle Food and Drink

Know before you go

  • Locally sourced comfort food
  • Bespoke cocktails and on-site bar
  • Cozy, romantic, rustic-chic setting
  • Vegan and vegetarian options
  • Dinner and late-night food
  • Reviewers often praise the service (2 mentions)
  • Reviewers often praise the food (2 mentions)

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  • Amazing place. Every time I come the service and food/drinks is amazing. One of the best place I’ve ever been to. — Google, 5★, September 25, 2026
  • Katie was a joy and the flavor of every dish was great! — Google, 5★, September 25, 2026
  • Amazing cocktails. Almost had to roll dice to decide. Whitefish was excellent — Google, 5★, September 12, 2026

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