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The Friesian Gastro Pub

4.5 ★ · 480 reviews on Google · $$

Closed now · 720 Michigan St NE, Grand Rapids, MI 49503

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The Friesian Gastro Pub at 720 Michigan St NE in Grand Rapids, MI is a casual neighborhood gastro pub serving comfort food with an eclectic twist. Listed as a sports bar, it offers sports viewing, live performances, rooftop seating and outdoor seating. The atmosphere is casual and cozy, and the pub is popular for dinner while also accommodating solo diners and groups. The menu includes small plates, vegetarian and vegan options, and healthier choices alongside comfort food. Breakfast, dinner, dessert and late-night food are available, with food also served at the bar. Drinks include beer, cocktails, wine, liquor and coffee, plus happy-hour food and drink offerings. Families are welcome, with a children’s menu and high chairs provided. The pub also welcomes LGBTQ guests and identifies as a transgender safe space. Reservations are accepted, and service options include dine-in, takeout and delivery. Wheelchair-accessible features include the entrance, parking, restroom and seating.

The Friesian Gastro Pub

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  • Comfort food with an eclectic twist
  • Rooftop and outdoor seating
  • Sports viewing and live performances
  • Happy-hour food and drinks
  • Vegetarian and vegan options
  • Reviewers often praise the food (3 mentions)
  • Reviewers often praise the communication (1 mentions)
  • Reviewers often praise the atmosphere (1 mentions)
  • Reviewers often praise the wait (1 mentions)
  • Reviewers often praise the service (1 mentions)

From 5 recent reviews

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  • POUTINE WEEK! - Poutine Week 2026 Étouffé Poutine (GLUTEN-FREE!!) – $18.00: The gluten-free is basically removing the breaded shrimp (we had it on the side so I could have it and not my wife).… — Google, 5★, September 23, 2026
  • Great food all around! Our server was fantastic and the place has a great vibe. I had the grilled cheese and it was fantastic. My wife has a gluten allergy and they went over and beyond to ens… — Google, 5★, August 15, 2026
  • I absolutely love the Friesian and the last time I was there I discovered they have a patio so I will absolutely be going back to enjoy that. Sara is always my bartender and she’s so welcoming and… — Google, 5★, August 1, 2026

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