The Local Epicurean - Grand Rapids

Came here before breakfast for a pear Bellini. We walked around and chose a few different ingredients to incorporate into our dinner that evening. The gentleman that was working there was very helpful and helped us pick out different cheeses and fresh noodles!

We LOVED going here to celebrate a birthday. We made our own meal from scratch and then got to eat it! It was incredible and our cooking instructor was very fun!

My husband and I visited this restaurant for the first time, and I can't wait to return! We had an amazing time! Our chef guide, Mitch, was both funny and knowledgeable about everything we prepared. Not only was making all the courses a lot of fun, but the food was absolutely fantastic! I'm still dreaming about the sun-dried tomato pesto sauce we created! If you're looking for a fun date night or a great place for a large group, definitely give this place a try! You won't regret it!

My husband and I recently visited this restaurant for the first time, and I can’t wait to go back! We had an amazing time! Our chef guide, Mitch, was both entertaining and knowledgeable about everything we prepared. Not only was the experience of cooking all the dishes a lot of fun, but the food itself was incredibly delicious! I'm still dreaming about the sun-dried tomato pesto sauce we made. If you're looking for a fun date spot or a place to host a large group, you definitely need to check this out! You won’t regret it!

One feature I really appreciated was the on-site market where you could purchase your own wine (with a $10 corking fee) if you weren’t interested in their bar or cocktail options! Our instructor, Mitch, was fantastic—both helpful and entertaining. We enjoyed the lighthearted banter while learning to prepare our delicious meal. The best part for me was acquiring new skills that I’m excited to take home and try again! I would say this experience is more suitable for special occasions, given the price, but I felt it was worth every penny. Now that I know what the experience entails, I'm eager to try making something new!