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The Cottage Bar & Restaurant


3.5 of 5 stars 80 ratings  |  Write a review
  • Cuisines: American
  • Average price: € 14 ($ 20)

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1 of 5 stars
kellie-jo   12 contributions
michigan
Oct 4, 2009

wouldn't go back again, food was cold. it was a busy friday night but no excuse for a cold burger.... more

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5 of 5 stars
JerryRochesterHills   7 contributions
Rochester Hills
Jul 27, 2009

Absolutely the best place anywhere for a burger and a beer. Cottage fries are outstanding and the chili is great! Will always come back. more

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2 of 5 stars
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Jun 2, 2009

the food was always decent, but the last time I went there, it was way too smokey in there. more

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4 of 5 stars
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Apr 25, 2009

Nice casual atmosphere. Feels somewhat pub-like. more

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5 of 5 stars
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Apr 16, 2009

chips and cheese are the best! more

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3 of 5 stars
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Mar 5, 2009

Decent burgers...not as good as I thought they would be though. more

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4 of 5 stars
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Jan 25, 2009

Yummy and fun~ more

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3 of 5 stars
MichVisitor   2 contributions
Michigan
Oct 24, 2008

Overpriced for this kind of place. Most sandwiches don't come with fries (or chips, or anything) - - and don't expect to feed more than one person on your side order of fries that will cost you $3.00. We also had extremely slow service and not many people were there. Food was excellent though - especially the home made ranch... more

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4 of 5 stars
SummerTyme08   2 contributions
Byron Center, MI
Oct 22, 2008

Excellent burgers and chili. Atmosphere reminds me of "Cheers". Clientel range from Hockey to Symphany fans and all seem to enjoy being there. Close to hospitals and a welcome place to take a break. more

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Sep 13, 2008

Mmm... cottage burger. more

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The Cottage Bar & Restaurant Address

18 LaGrave Ave., SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49503
Tel: 616-454-9088
* Restaurant price information is based on meal cost per person, excluding drinks, tax and tip.