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Grand Haven, Ottawa County, Michigan

Top-Rated Restaurants in Grand Haven, MI (2026)

46 restaurants with a Grand Haven address, scored out of 100. Updated October 2026.

Who is the best restaurant in Grand Haven, MI?

As of October 2026, the highest-scoring restaurant in Grand Haven, MI on TownAnswer is Lucky Sushi Cafe, with a score of 76 out of 100 (4.8 stars from 738 Google reviews). Next are The Unicorn Tavern (75) and Righteous Cuisine (75). We scored 46 restaurants with a Grand Haven address. If review count matters most, Snug Harbor has the most Google reviews (4,215). For the highest star rating with 25 or more reviews, see Melli’s Deli (4.9 stars).

Grand Haven at a glance

Our October 2026 pull of Google Maps found 46 restaurants with a Grand Haven mailing address. 42 list a website, 45 have claimed their Google listing and 30 take online bookings.

7 belong to a business with three or more Michigan locations in our data. The other 39 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 Grand Haven is Snug Harbor with 4,215 Google reviews. The median rating among scored listings is 4.5 stars.

What to ask before you hire

  1. Do they take reservations, and how far ahead?
  2. Can the kitchen handle your allergy or diet?
  3. Is there parking, and is the room accessible?
  4. Is there a private room or group menu?
  5. What are the kitchen hours, not only the bar hours?

Restaurants in Grand Haven, ranked

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

03

Righteous Cuisine

★ 4.7 1,024 Google reviews

75scoreB+

Open after 8 PMWeekend hoursBooks onlineClaimed on Google1,024 reviews

You will find Righteous Cuisine at 211 N 7th St, Grand Haven, MI 49417. That is 0.6 miles north of the Grand Haven city center. Its Google category is "Mexican restaurant", with Barbecue restaurant, Restaurant as extra categories. Its 4.7 stars rest on 1,024 reviews, which our method reads as 4.70 after the review-count adjustment.

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06

JW's Food & Spirits

★ 4.6 1,273 Google reviews

73scoreB

Open after 8 PMWeekend hoursBooks onlineClaimed on Google1,273 reviews

You will find JW's Food & Spirits at 6 N 7th St, Grand Haven, MI 49417. That is 0.5 miles north of the Grand Haven city center. Its Google category is "American restaurant", with Pub, Wine bar as extra categories. Its 4.6 stars rest on 1,273 reviews, which our method reads as 4.60 after the review-count adjustment.

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07

Morning Star Cafe

★ 4.7 2,055 Google reviews

72scoreB

Opens before 7 AMWeekend hoursClaimed on Google2,055 reviews

Morning Star Cafe is at 711 Washington Ave, Grand Haven, MI 49417. It sits about 0.5 miles north of central Grand Haven. Its Google category is "Restaurant", with Breakfast restaurant, Brunch restaurant, Cafe as extra categories. Its 4.7 stars rest on 2,055 reviews, which our method reads as 4.70 after the review-count adjustment.

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15

Culver’s

★ 4.4 2,613 Google reviews

70scoreB

Open after 8 PMWeekend hoursBooks onlineClaimed on Google2,613 reviews

Culver’s lists its address as 520 A Way, Grand Haven, MI 49417. It sits about 0.8 miles north of central Grand Haven. Its Google category is "American restaurant", with Dessert restaurant, Fast food restaurant, Hamburger restaurant as extra categories. After we adjust for review count, its 4.4 stars count as 4.40. Culver’s has 64 locations in our Michigan data. Each location is scored on its own reviews.

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21

Applebee's Grill + Bar

★ 4.3 2,107 Google reviews

68scoreB-

Open after 8 PMWeekend hoursBooks onlineClaimed on Google2,107 reviews

Applebee's Grill + Bar is at 680 N Beacon Blvd, Grand Haven, MI 49417. It sits about 1.0 miles north of central Grand Haven. Its Google category is "Family restaurant", with American restaurant, Bar & grill, Diner as extra categories. Its 4.3 stars rest on 2,107 reviews, which our method reads as 4.30 after the review-count adjustment. Applebee's Grill + Bar has 43 locations in our Michigan data. Each location is scored on its own reviews.

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24

Russ' Restaurant

★ 4.3 1,401 Google reviews

68scoreB-

Opens before 7 AMOpen after 8 PMWeekend hoursBooks onlineClaimed on Google1,401 reviews

Russ' Restaurant is at 1313 S Beacon Blvd, Grand Haven, MI 49417. That is 0.4 miles south of the Grand Haven city center. Its Google category is "Family restaurant", with American restaurant, Breakfast restaurant, Restaurant as extra categories. After we adjust for review count, its 4.3 stars count as 4.30. Russ' Restaurant has 11 locations in our Michigan data. Each location is scored on its own reviews.

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29

The Toasted Pickle Grand Haven

★ 4.5 1,877 Google reviews

67scoreB-

Open after 8 PMWeekend hoursBooks onlineClaimed on Google1,877 reviews

The Toasted Pickle Grand Haven is at 112 Washington Ave, Grand Haven, MI 49417. It sits about 0.9 miles northwest of central Grand Haven. Its Google category is "Sandwich shop", with Restaurant, Salad shop, Soup shop as extra categories. Its 4.5 stars rest on 1,877 reviews, which our method reads as 4.50 after the review-count adjustment.

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33

Stack's Chicago Style Eats

★ 4.7 397 Google reviews

66scoreB-

Open after 8 PMWeekend hoursClaimed on Google397 reviews

Stack's Chicago Style Eats is at 1050 Jackson St, Grand Haven, MI 49417. That is 0.8 miles north of the Grand Haven city center. Its Google category is "Fast food restaurant", with Hot dog restaurant as extra categories. After we adjust for review count, its 4.7 stars count as 4.69.

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38

Dragon Express

★ 4.0 459 Google reviews

63scoreC+

Open after 8 PMWeekend hoursBooks onlineClaimed on Google459 reviews

Dragon Express lists its address as 939 Robbins Rd B, Grand Haven, MI 49417. It sits about 0.7 miles south of central Grand Haven. Google files it under "Restaurant" and also Chinese restaurant. Its 4.0 stars rest on 459 reviews, which our method reads as 4.01 after the review-count adjustment. Dragon Express has 3 locations in our Michigan data. Each location is scored on its own reviews.

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40

Noto's at the Bil-Mar

★ 3.8 1,505 Google reviews

59scoreC

Open after 8 PMWeekend hoursBooks onlineClaimed on Google1,505 reviews

Noto's at the Bil-Mar lists its address as 1223 S Harbor Dr, Grand Haven, MI 49417. It sits about 1.3 miles west of central Grand Haven. Its Google category is "Restaurant", with Event venue as extra categories. Its 3.8 stars rest on 1,505 reviews, which our method reads as 3.81 after the review-count adjustment.

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About Grand Haven

10,996residents
$60,669median household income
1,921residents per square mile
5,510households
46.8median age
5.7square miles of land

Grand Haven has 10,996 residents on 5.7 square miles of land, about 1,921 people per square mile (ACS 2024 5-year estimates, Census Gazetteer).

The median household income is $60,669 and the median age is 46.8. These figures describe the town. They do not show who visits any business on this page.

Our October 2026 data has 46 restaurants with a Grand Haven mailing address: 41.8 per 10,000 residents. A mailing city can differ from the city limits, so treat the ratio as a guide.

How to choose a restaurant in Grand Haven

Call ahead about allergies. Ask how the kitchen keeps an allergen apart, not only whether a dish contains it.

For a group, ask about a set menu, a private room and the deposit rule.

Kitchen hours and bar hours often differ. Check the kitchen hours if you plan a late dinner.

County health departments inspect restaurants in Michigan. You can ask the county for the latest inspection report.

Chains are scored by the same rules as independent restaurants. Each location is scored on its own reviews.

Restaurants near Grand Haven

CityDistanceRestaurantsTop score
Spring Lake1.8 mi northeast1676
Ferrysburg2.3 mi north270
Fruitport5.8 mi northeast270
Nunica7.6 mi east173
Norton Shores8.0 mi north1273
West Olive8.5 mi southeast469
Muskegon Heights10.2 mi north469
Muskegon12.0 mi north8776

Other local pros in Grand Haven

Personal Injury Attorneys 7Water Damage Restoration Companies 8Mold Remediation Companies 1Plumbers 9Roofers 12HVAC Companies 10Electricians 17Dentists 30Med Spas 5Pilates and Fitness Studios 14Photographers 24Coffee Cart Vendors and Mobile Coffee Bars 10Cafés and Coffee Shops 26Real Estate Brokerages 60Everything in Grand HavenRestaurants in Ottawa County

Questions

How many restaurants are in Grand Haven, MI?

Our October 2026 data lists 46 restaurants with a Grand Haven mailing address. 46 have a Google rating and are scored. A business can be missing, so treat the count as a floor.

Who is the top-rated restaurant in Grand Haven?

Lucky Sushi Cafe has the highest TownAnswer score in Grand Haven: 76 out of 100, from 4.8 stars and 738 Google reviews. Scores change when listings change.

How is the score worked out?

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.

Can a business pay to rank higher?

No. Every business is scored by the same rules, and no payment changes a score or a place on a list.

Which restaurants near Grand Haven are outside the city?

Nearby city pages: Spring Lake (1.8 miles), Ferrysburg (2.3 miles), Fruitport (5.8 miles), Nunica (7.6 miles).

What should I ask a restaurant before I hire?

Do they take reservations, and how far ahead? Can the kitchen handle your allergy or diet? Is there parking, and is the room accessible?

Which county is Grand Haven in?

Grand Haven is in Ottawa County. See every restaurant in the county on the Ottawa County page.

How often is this page updated?

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.

Sources

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.