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Big Rapids, Mecosta County, Michigan
41 restaurants with a Big Rapids address, scored out of 100. Updated October 2026.
As of October 2026, the highest-scoring restaurant in Big Rapids, MI on TownAnswer is Alamode Cafe, with a score of 73 out of 100 (4.6 stars from 914 Google reviews). Next are Crusted Creations 231 (71) and Ruby Tuesday (70). We scored 41 restaurants with a Big Rapids address. If review count matters most, Ruby Tuesday has the most Google reviews (2,586). For the highest star rating with 25 or more reviews, see BR Lunch Box (5.0 stars).
Our October 2026 pull of Google Maps found 41 restaurants with a Big Rapids mailing address. 36 list a website, 39 have claimed their Google listing and 24 take online bookings.
17 belong to a business with three or more Michigan locations in our data. The other 24 have one or two.
Every business is scored by the same rules. A business cannot pay for a higher place.
The most-reviewed restaurant in Big Rapids is Ruby Tuesday with 2,586 Google reviews. The median rating among scored listings is 4.3 stars.
Highest score first. Tap a name for its website, or Score details for the full breakdown.
The 100-point TownAnswer score. Every restaurant here is checked on the same 5 parts: reputation (26 points), review volume (18), focus (14), profile (22) and verified owner (20). Nobody pays to rank. How we rank
Weekend hoursBooks onlineClaimed on Google914 reviews
You will find Alamode Cafe at 407 N State St, Big Rapids, MI 49307. Google files it under "Breakfast restaurant". Its 4.6 stars rest on 914 reviews, which our method reads as 4.60 after the review-count adjustment.
Open after 8 PMWeekend hoursBooks onlineClaimed on Google304 reviews
Crusted Creations 231 lists its address as 13472 Northland Dr, Big Rapids, MI 49307. It sits about 2.6 miles south of central Big Rapids. Google files it under "Pizza restaurant" and also Bar, Hamburger restaurant, Pool hall. After we adjust for review count, its 4.6 stars count as 4.59.
Open after 8 PMWeekend hoursBooks onlineClaimed on Google2,586 reviews
You will find Ruby Tuesday at 15397 Waldron Way, Big Rapids, MI 49307. It sits about 2.0 miles southwest of central Big Rapids. Its Google category is "American restaurant". Its 4.4 stars rest on 2,586 reviews, which our method reads as 4.40 after the review-count adjustment.
Open after 8 PMWeekend hoursClaimed on Google1,824 reviews
Schuberg's Bar & Grill lists its address as 109 N Michigan Ave, Big Rapids, MI 49307. Its Google category is "American restaurant", with Bar, Bar & grill, Hamburger restaurant as extra categories. After we adjust for review count, its 4.6 stars count as 4.60.
Weekend hoursClaimed on Google1,455 reviews
You will find A & W at 304 N State St, Big Rapids, MI 49307. Google files it under "Fast food restaurant" and also Hamburger restaurant, Restaurant, Seasonal goods store. Its 4.6 stars rest on 1,455 reviews, which our method reads as 4.60 after the review-count adjustment.
Open after 8 PMWeekend hoursBooks onlineClaimed on Google2,518 reviews
You will find Culver’s at 15295 Waldron Way, Big Rapids, MI 49307. It sits about 1.8 miles southwest of central Big Rapids. Its Google category is "American restaurant", with Dessert restaurant, Fast food restaurant, Hamburger restaurant as extra categories. After we adjust for review count, its 4.3 stars count as 4.30. Culver’s has 64 locations in our Michigan data. Each location is scored on its own reviews.
Open after 8 PMWeekend hoursBooks onlineClaimed on Google2,277 reviews
You will find Applebee's Grill + Bar at 718 Perry Ave, Big Rapids, MI 49307. It sits about 1.0 miles southwest of central Big Rapids. Google files it under "Restaurant" and also American restaurant, Bar & grill, Diner. After we adjust for review count, its 4.3 stars count as 4.30. Applebee's Grill + Bar has 43 locations in our Michigan data. Each location is scored on its own reviews.
Open after 8 PMWeekend hoursBooks onlineClaimed on Google1,336 reviews
Gypsy Nickel Lounge lists its address as 228 Baldwin St, Big Rapids, MI 49307. It sits about 0.6 miles north of central Big Rapids. Google files it under "American restaurant" and also Bar, Brewpub, Pub. Its 4.3 stars rest on 1,336 reviews, which our method reads as 4.30 after the review-count adjustment.
★ 4.8 631 Google reviews
Open after 8 PMWeekend hoursClaimed on Google631 reviews
Nawal's Mediterranean Grille is at 14253 Northland Dr, Big Rapids, MI 49307. It sits about 1.8 miles south of central Big Rapids. Its Google category is "Mediterranean restaurant", with Grill, Caterer, Event venue as extra categories. After we adjust for review count, its 4.8 stars count as 4.79.
Weekend hoursBooks onlineClaimed on Google121 reviews
Three Girls Deli Bakery and Catering lists its address as 106 N Michigan Ave, Big Rapids, MI 49307. Its Google category is "Restaurant", with Cake shop, Coffee shop, Deli as extra categories. Its 4.5 stars rest on 121 reviews, which our method reads as 4.49 after the review-count adjustment.
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BR Lunch Box lists its address as 105 W Bellevue St, Big Rapids, MI 49307. Its Google category is "Box lunch restaurant". After we adjust for review count, its 5.0 stars count as 4.85.
Open after 8 PMWeekend hours371 reviews
Szot’s Bar & Grill lists its address as 732 N State St, Big Rapids, MI 49307. That is 0.5 miles north of the Big Rapids city center. Google files it under "Bar & grill" and also Bar, Restaurant. Its 4.6 stars rest on 371 reviews, which our method reads as 4.59 after the review-count adjustment. The owner has not claimed the Google listing.
Open after 8 PMWeekend hoursClaimed on Google1,412 reviews
El Burrito Loco is at 15238 Isabella Dr, Big Rapids, MI 49307. That is 1.7 miles southwest of the Big Rapids city center. Its Google category is "Mexican restaurant", with Restaurant as extra categories. After we adjust for review count, its 4.3 stars count as 4.30. El Burrito Loco has 3 locations in our Michigan data. Each location is scored on its own reviews.
Open after 8 PMWeekend hoursBooks onlineClaimed on Google715 reviews
You will find Mancino's Pizza & Grinders at 544 S State St, Big Rapids, MI 49307. That is 0.5 miles south of the Big Rapids city center. Google files it under "Pizza restaurant" and also Fast food restaurant, Italian restaurant. Its 4.1 stars rest on 715 reviews, which our method reads as 4.11 after the review-count adjustment. Mancino's Pizza & Grinders has 15 locations in our Michigan data. Each location is scored on its own reviews.
Open after 8 PMWeekend hoursClaimed on Google704 reviews
Blue Cow is at 119 N Michigan Ave, Big Rapids, MI 49307. Its Google category is "Fine dining restaurant", with Brunch restaurant, French restaurant, Restaurant as extra categories. Its 4.3 stars rest on 704 reviews, which our method reads as 4.30 after the review-count adjustment.
Open after 8 PMWeekend hoursBooks onlineClaimed on Google662 reviews
You will find QDOBA Mexican Eats at 836 S State St, Big Rapids, MI 49307. It sits about 0.8 miles south of central Big Rapids. Its Google category is "Mexican restaurant", with Bar & grill, Box lunch supplier, Brunch restaurant as extra categories. Its 4.1 stars rest on 662 reviews, which our method reads as 4.11 after the review-count adjustment. QDOBA Mexican Eats has 12 locations in our Michigan data. Each location is scored on its own reviews.
Open after 8 PMWeekend hoursBooks onlineClaimed on Google348 reviews
Jet's Pizza lists its address as 215 Maple St, Big Rapids, MI 49307. Google files it under "Pizza restaurant" and also Catering food and drink supplier, Caterer, Delivery service. After we adjust for review count, its 4.2 stars count as 4.21. Jet's Pizza has 22 locations in our Michigan data. Each location is scored on its own reviews.
Open after 8 PMWeekend hoursBooks onlineClaimed on Google151 reviews
Tropical Smoothie Cafe lists its address as 840 S State St, Big Rapids, MI 49307. It sits about 0.8 miles south of central Big Rapids. Google files it under "Restaurant" and also Breakfast restaurant, Cafe, Fast food restaurant. Its 4.3 stars rest on 151 reviews, which our method reads as 4.31 after the review-count adjustment. Tropical Smoothie Cafe has 8 locations in our Michigan data. Each location is scored on its own reviews.
Open after 8 PMWeekend hoursBooks onlineClaimed on Google1,588 reviews
Buffalo Wild Wings lists its address as 1264 Perry Ave, Big Rapids, MI 49307. It sits about 1.2 miles southwest of central Big Rapids. Google files it under "Chicken wings restaurant" and also Takeout Restaurant, Sports bar. Its 4.1 stars rest on 1,588 reviews, which our method reads as 4.10 after the review-count adjustment. Buffalo Wild Wings has 15 locations in our Michigan data. Each location is scored on its own reviews.
Open after 8 PMWeekend hours188 reviews
Paz Pub & Grill LLC is at 806 Maple St, Big Rapids, MI 49307. It sits about 0.4 miles east of central Big Rapids. Google files it under "Restaurant". Its 4.6 stars rest on 188 reviews, which our method reads as 4.59 after the review-count adjustment. The owner has not claimed the Google listing.
Open after 8 PMWeekend hoursClaimed on Google187 reviews
You will find Clear Lake Golf Club at 14777 150th Ave, Big Rapids, MI 49307. That is 4.9 miles east of the Big Rapids city center. Google files it under "Golf club" and also Bar & grill, Event venue, Golf course. Its 4.4 stars rest on 187 reviews, which our method reads as 4.40 after the review-count adjustment.
★ 4.4 1,083 Google reviews
Open after 8 PMWeekend hoursClaimed on Google1,083 reviews
The Rock Cafe lists its address as 1420 Knollview Dr, Big Rapids, MI 49307. It sits about 1.3 miles south of central Big Rapids. Google files it under "Buffet restaurant" and also Cafe. After we adjust for review count, its 4.4 stars count as 4.40.
Opens before 7 AMOpen after 8 PMWeekend hoursBooks onlineClaimed on Google651 reviews
Panera Bread is at 1014 S State St, Big Rapids, MI 49307. That is 0.9 miles south of the Big Rapids city center. Its Google category is "Cafe", with Bakery, Breakfast restaurant, Caterer as extra categories. After we adjust for review count, its 4.2 stars count as 4.20. Panera Bread has 19 locations in our Michigan data. Each location is scored on its own reviews.
Open after 8 PMClaimed on Google130 reviews
You will find Quad Cafe at Ferris State University at 805 Campus Dr, Big Rapids, MI 49307. That is 0.8 miles south of the Big Rapids city center. Google files it under "Buffet restaurant". After we adjust for review count, its 4.3 stars count as 4.31.
Open after 8 PMWeekend hoursBooks onlineClaimed on Google1,768 reviews
Bob Evans is at 840 Perry Ave, Big Rapids, MI 49307. That is 1.1 miles southwest of the Big Rapids city center. Its Google category is "Family restaurant", with Breakfast restaurant, Takeout Restaurant, Restaurant as extra categories. Its 3.8 stars rest on 1,768 reviews, which our method reads as 3.81 after the review-count adjustment. Bob Evans has 42 locations in our Michigan data. Each location is scored on its own reviews.
Open after 8 PMWeekend hoursBooks onlineClaimed on Google1,646 reviews
Cranker's Restaurant and Brewery is at 213 S State St, Big Rapids, MI 49307. Google files it under "Restaurant" and also Brewpub. After we adjust for review count, its 3.8 stars count as 3.81.
Open after 8 PMWeekend hoursBooks onlineClaimed on Google1,334 reviews
You will find China One Buffet at 15190 Isabella Dr, Big Rapids, MI 49307. It sits about 1.6 miles southwest of central Big Rapids. Google files it under "Chinese restaurant" and also Buffet restaurant. After we adjust for review count, its 3.8 stars count as 3.81.
Open after 8 PMWeekend hoursBooks onlineClaimed on Google603 reviews
You will find Long John Silver's | KFC at 310 Perry Ave, Big Rapids, MI 49307. That is 0.9 miles south of the Big Rapids city center. Its Google category is "Fast food restaurant", with Chicken restaurant, Takeout Restaurant, Seafood restaurant as extra categories. After we adjust for review count, its 3.8 stars count as 3.81.
★ 4.5 466 Google reviews
Opens before 7 AMWeekend hoursClaimed on Google466 reviews
You will find Bernie's Place at 219 N Michigan Ave, Big Rapids, MI 49307. Its Google category is "Donut shop", with Bagel shop, Breakfast restaurant, Cafe as extra categories. Its 4.5 stars rest on 466 reviews, which our method reads as 4.50 after the review-count adjustment.
Open after 8 PMWeekend hoursBooks onlineClaimed on Google221 reviews
You will find Hungry Howie's Pizza at 103 S State St, Big Rapids, MI 49307. Its Google category is "Restaurant", with Caterer, Chicken wings restaurant, Fast food restaurant as extra categories. Its 3.9 stars rest on 221 reviews, which our method reads as 3.93 after the review-count adjustment. Hungry Howie's Pizza has 43 locations in our Michigan data. Each location is scored on its own reviews.
Open after 8 PMWeekend hoursBooks onlineClaimed on Google1,347 reviews
You will find Wendy's at 614 S State St, Big Rapids, MI 49307. That is 0.6 miles south of the Big Rapids city center. Its Google category is "Fast food restaurant", with Hamburger restaurant, Restaurant as extra categories. After we adjust for review count, its 3.7 stars count as 3.71. Wendy's has 23 locations in our Michigan data. Each location is scored on its own reviews.
Open after 8 PMWeekend hoursBooks onlineClaimed on Google1,056 reviews
KFC is at 310 Perry Ave, Big Rapids, MI 49307. That is 0.9 miles south of the Big Rapids city center. Google files it under "Chicken restaurant" and also Fast food restaurant. After we adjust for review count, its 3.6 stars count as 3.61. KFC has 25 locations in our Michigan data. Each location is scored on its own reviews.
Opens before 7 AMOpen after 8 PMWeekend hoursBooks onlineClaimed on Google929 reviews
Burger King lists its address as 804 S State St, Big Rapids, MI 49307. It sits about 0.7 miles south of central Big Rapids. Google files it under "Family restaurant" and also Breakfast restaurant, Delivery service, Fast food restaurant. After we adjust for review count, its 3.6 stars count as 3.61. Burger King has 50 locations in our Michigan data. Each location is scored on its own reviews.
Open after 8 PMWeekend hoursBooks onlineClaimed on Google279 reviews
Star Shooter's Bar & Restaurant lists its address as 120 S Michigan Ave Suite A, Big Rapids, MI 49307. Its Google category is "Bar & grill", with Grill, Bar, Restaurant as extra categories. Its 3.7 stars rest on 279 reviews, which our method reads as 3.74 after the review-count adjustment.
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You will find Cottage Inn Pizza & Pub Big Rapids at 126 S Michigan Ave, Big Rapids, MI 49307. Google files it under "Pizza delivery" and also Caterer, Italian restaurant, Pizza restaurant. After we adjust for review count, its 3.9 stars count as 4.03.
Opens before 7 AMOpen after 8 PMWeekend hoursBooks onlineClaimed on Google197 reviews
Scooter's Coffee is at 1278 Perry Ave, Big Rapids, MI 49307. It sits about 1.3 miles southwest of central Big Rapids. Its Google category is "Coffee shop", with Breakfast restaurant, Brunch restaurant, Cafe as extra categories. After we adjust for review count, its 3.9 stars count as 3.94. Scooter's Coffee has 5 locations in our Michigan data. Each location is scored on its own reviews.
Open after 8 PMWeekend hoursClaimed on Google
Taco Frida is at 121 N Michigan Ave, Big Rapids, MI 49307. Google files it under "Restaurant" and also Bar. Its 3.8 stars rest on 89 reviews, which our method reads as 3.89 after the review-count adjustment.
★ 4.2 73 Google reviews
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You will find Eaton's Family Restaurant at 10431 Northland Dr, Big Rapids, MI 49307. It sits about 5.6 miles south of central Big Rapids. Google files it under "Restaurant". Its 4.2 stars rest on 73 reviews, which our method reads as 4.23 after the review-count adjustment.
★ 3.9 350 Google reviews
Open after 8 PMWeekend hoursClaimed on Google350 reviews
New China Chinese Restaurant is at 726 Perry Ave, Big Rapids, MI 49307. It sits about 0.9 miles southwest of central Big Rapids. Google files it under "Chinese restaurant" and also Fast food restaurant. After we adjust for review count, its 3.9 stars count as 3.92.
Open after 8 PMWeekend hoursClaimed on Google
Krispy Krunchy Chicken lists its address as 11031 Northland Dr, Big Rapids, MI 49307. It sits about 5.0 miles south of central Big Rapids. Its Google category is "Chicken restaurant". Its 3.8 stars rest on 6 reviews, which our method reads as 4.23 after the review-count adjustment. Krispy Krunchy Chicken has 44 locations in our Michigan data. Each location is scored on its own reviews.
| # | Business | Score | Rating | Reviews | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 41 | Chester's Chicken | 47 | 5.0 | 3 | (231) 796-7940 |
Big Rapids has 8,477 residents on 4.4 square miles of land, about 1,907 people per square mile (ACS 2024 5-year estimates, Census Gazetteer).
The median household income is $43,858 and the median age is 22.9. These figures describe the town. They do not show who visits any business on this page.
Our October 2026 data has 41 restaurants with a Big Rapids mailing address: 48.4 per 10,000 residents. A mailing city can differ from the city limits, so treat the ratio as a guide.
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Chains are scored by the same rules as independent restaurants. Each location is scored on its own reviews.
| City | Distance | Restaurants | Top score |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paris | 5.8 mi north | 1 | 73 |
| Rodney | 8.0 mi east | 1 | 53 |
| Stanwood | 8.4 mi south | 8 | 70 |
| Chippewa Lake | 10.2 mi east | 2 | 69 |
| Hersey | 10.7 mi north | 2 | 65 |
| Reed City | 12.0 mi north | 13 | 75 |
| Canadian Lakes | 12.1 mi southeast | 2 | 63 |
| Chase | 12.6 mi northwest | 1 | 70 |
Personal Injury Attorneys 5Water Damage Restoration Companies 2Mold Remediation Companies 1Mold Inspection and Testing Companies 1Plumbers 8Roofers 10HVAC Companies 6Electricians 10Dentists 25Med Spas 2Pilates and Fitness Studios 12Photographers 11Coffee Cart Vendors and Mobile Coffee Bars 12Cafés and Coffee Shops 16Real Estate Brokerages 32Everything in Big RapidsRestaurants in Mecosta County
Our October 2026 data lists 41 restaurants with a Big Rapids mailing address. 41 have a Google rating and are scored. A business can be missing, so treat the count as a floor.
Alamode Cafe has the highest TownAnswer score in Big Rapids: 73 out of 100, from 4.6 stars and 914 Google reviews. Scores change when listings change.
Reputation (26 points) is the Google rating adjusted for how many reviews it rests on. Review volume adds up to 18, how closely the business matches the trade up to 14, profile facts such as website, phone, hours, photos and a claimed listing up to 22, and a profile the owner verified with TownAnswer adds 20.
No. Every business is scored by the same rules, and no payment changes a score or a place on a list.
Nearby city pages: Paris (5.8 miles), Rodney (8.0 miles), Stanwood (8.4 miles), Chippewa Lake (10.2 miles).
Do they take reservations, and how far ahead? Can the kitchen handle your allergy or diet? Is there parking, and is the room accessible?
Big Rapids is in Mecosta County. See every restaurant in the county on the Mecosta County page.
We refresh the data from Google Maps and change the date on the page only when the data changes. This version uses data read in October 2026.
TownAnswer ranks local businesses by one published method. Businesses cannot pay to change their rank. Ratings and review counts come from Google Maps, read in October 2026. Details change, so confirm hours, prices and licences with each business. How we rank.
