Salvatore's Italian Restaurant
Salvatore's has been serving Italian cuisine in Grand Rapids since 1976. Salvatore's offers a diverse menu including steaks, pasta and seafood in addition to their famous subs and pizza. The restaurant is ideally situated for hikers coming off the trails at the nearby Blandford Nature Center, and dress is casual. Salvatore's is open seven days a week, and, as of 2009, prices for entrees range from $10 to $20.
Salvatore's Italian Restaurant�
654 Stocking Rd.
Grand Rapids, MI 49504
(616) 454-4280
salvatoresgr.com�
Rak Thai Bistro
The Rak Thai Bistro serves authentic Thai food, Thai fusion and a large selection of noodle dishes including several options for vegetarian diners. Rak Thai is a five minute drive from Powers Outdoors Adventures, which serves as a hub for area kayak and canoe excursions. The restaurant is open Monday through Saturday for both lunch and dinner. As of 2009, a party of two could expect to pay from $40 to $60 for dinner at Rak Thai.
Rak Thai Bistro
5260 Northland Dr.
Grand Rapids, MI 49525
(616) 363-2222
rakthaibistro.com
Bud & Stanley's Pub and Grub
Bud & Stanley's has been a Grand Rapids dining and entertainment favorite since 1999. It's open seven days a week for lunch and dinner. Located about mile away from the hiking and cross-country skiing at Donald Lamoreaux Park, Bud & Stanley's has a casual atmosphere perfect for hikers looking for a meal. There are daily specials, a kid's menu and meals ranging from $7 to $20.
Bud & Stanley's
1701 Four Mile Rd.
Grand Rapids, MI 49525
(616) 361-9782
budandstanleys.com
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