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American, Bar, Brew Pub, Pub
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Reviewed January 27, 2016

As the name implies, this is a Big Old Building in downtown Grand Rapids. As it was across the street from the hotel (Marriott Courtyard), it was an easy choice and had great ratings on Trip Advisor. Also around the corner from the Arena. There...More

Date of visit: January 2016
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Gilmore C, Guest Relations Manager at The B.O.B., responded to this reviewResponded February 2, 2016

Thank you for the wonderful review and for taking the time to review us on TripAdvisor. We are so happy to hear that you enjoyed your time at The B.O.B. Please come back and see us again soon. We look forward to serving you again...More

Reviewed January 14, 2016

I was visiting town and a friend took me to The BOB. I am more of a laid back person while she is a party/club going type. Each level was different. Where we entered there was a rock cover band. Next level up was a...More

Date of visit: January 2016
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Gilmore C, Guest Relations Manager at The B.O.B., responded to this reviewResponded February 2, 2016

Thank you so much for the wonderful, 5-star review! We are so happy to hear that you enjoyed the entertainment, drinks, and games at The B.O.B. It was an honor serving you. Please come back and see us again soon!

Reviewed December 19, 2015 via mobile

We visited The Bob on Thursday, we had a meal in the Steak House, the food was nice and the service was very good, you cannot go wrong eating here, well worth a visit,

Date of visit: December 2015
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Gilmore C, Manager at The B.O.B., responded to this reviewResponded December 29, 2015

Thank you so much for taking the time to review us on trip advisor and for the wonderful review. We are so glad to hear that you enjoyed your dinner and service at Judson's Steakhouse. Please come back and see us soon. Happy Holidays!

Reviewed December 7, 2015 via mobile

With everything going on in downtown Grand Rapids from the Van Angel Arena to all the museums in town you always want to eat. So head on over to the B. O. B. with four levels of restaurants to choose from you won't go wrong.

Date of visit: December 2015
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Gilmore C, Manager at The B.O.B., responded to this reviewResponded January 4, 2016

Thank you so much for the awesome, 5 star review! We are so glad to hear that you enjoy all of the dining options at The B.O.B. Please come and see us again soon. Happy New Year!

Reviewed October 29, 2015

Been coming here for a few years, and it keeps getting better! There is a little of everything for everyone!

Date of visit: November 2014
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Gilmore C, Manager at The B.O.B., responded to this reviewResponded October 29, 2015

Thank you for the wonderful, 5-star review! We are so happy to hear that you enjoy your time at The B.O.B. Please come back and see us again soon!

Reviewed October 29, 2015

All in one, great place to eat, drink, party, or relax. We have been visiting the BOB for the past couple of years, and we LOVE it!!!

Date of visit: November 2014
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Gilmore C, Manager at The B.O.B., responded to this reviewResponded October 29, 2015

Thank you for the stellar, 5-star review! It means so much to us that you love coming back to The B.O.B. Thank you again for the kind words, we hope to see you again soon!

Reviewed October 21, 2015

Came here to grab beers, watch a game, shoot pool and have a bite to eat. Was not disappointed. Bar is very roomy with plenty of tv's and great microbrew beers. Was especially impressed with the peanut butter porter. Had a french dip sandwich that...More

Date of visit: October 2015
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Gilmore C, Owner at The B.O.B., responded to this reviewResponded October 29, 2015

Thank you for the wonderful review! We are so glad to hear that you enjoyed the food, beer, and ambiance of our 2nd floor. Please come back and see us again soon!

Reviewed October 13, 2015

The B.O.B. is a fantastic place to stop for a drink, to view art for "Artprize", or to choose from one of the many restaurants to dine at. We ate at Gillys @ the B.O.B. this year. Both the food & the service were wonderful....More

Date of visit: October 2015
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Gilmore C, Manager at The B.O.B., responded to this reviewResponded October 29, 2015

Thank you for the wonderful, 5-star review! We are thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your dining experience at Gilly's. We will certainly pass along the kind words regarding server, Jessica. Thank you again for taking the time to review us on trip advisor. Please...More

Reviewed September 27, 2015

Awesome birthday dinner!! The food was so good and succulent that I had to strive to finish my food. The steak was so tender I could cut through it like butter, the potatoes were so decadent, and the sangria was awesome!!!! Definitely worth the money...More

Date of visit: December 2014
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Gilmore C, Manager at The B.O.B., responded to this reviewResponded September 29, 2015

Thank you for the wonderful, 5-star review! We are so happy to hear that you enjoyed your birthday meal and drinks at The B.O.B. Please come back and see us again soon!

Reviewed September 13, 2015

Visit this old factory building in downtown Grand rapids and select from several restaurants to enjoy wonderful food in a relaxed atmosphere.

Date of visit: October 2014
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Gilmore C, Manager at The B.O.B., responded to this reviewResponded September 29, 2015

Thank you for the wonderful, 5-star review! We are thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the atmosphere of The B.O.B. Please come back and see us again soon!

Reviewed August 25, 2015

We had a blast! We were recommended to visit the basement bar and we are glad that we did. The bartender was amazing. He knew his beer. He mixed us up some of his special combinations of beer. It was one of our favorite places...More

Date of visit: August 2015
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Gilmore C, Manager at The B.O.B., responded to this reviewResponded August 30, 2015

Thank you for the wonderful, 5-star review! We are thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the service and beer at B.O.B's Brewery. Please come back and see us again soon!

Reviewed August 25, 2015

We stayed at the Courtyard by Marriott which is across the street and decided to give the B.O.B. a try. It is a really cool building and we even got to meet Bob who has super friendly and nice. The food was amazing, the drinks...More

Date of visit: August 2015
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Gilmore C, Manager at The B.O.B., responded to this reviewResponded August 30, 2015

Thank you for the wonderful, 5-star review! We are thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the food, drinks, and live entertainment of The B.O.B. Please come back and see us again soon!

Reviewed August 16, 2015 via mobile

There's too much going on at this place. 3 different levels to explore. The beer was good, we didn't order any food while we were there. However the items on the menu looked good.More

Date of visit: August 2015
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Gilmore C, Manager at The B.O.B., responded to this reviewResponded August 31, 2015

Thank you for taking the time to review us on trip advisor. We are so glad to hear that you enjoyed the beer. Would you be so kind as to expound upon your experience regarding your 3 star review? If so, please email our Operations...More

Reviewed August 2, 2015 via mobile

We held our annual family reunion and had our dinner there. The beer selection was good, the beer was cold and delicious. The 3 level bar was pretty cool with games and such on the 3rd floor. BUT..... The food they served was flat out...More

Date of visit: August 2015
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Gilmore C, Manager at The B.O.B., responded to this reviewResponded August 30, 2015

We are so very sorry to hear of your experience at Bobarino's. Please know that cold, under cooked, flavorless food is by no means acceptable, nor a reflection of our high quality service standards. We would certainly like to get to the bottom of this....More

Reviewed July 29, 2015 via mobile

Great food, fun crowd and friendly/fast service. Located downtown with parking next door and the Courtyard Hotel is across the street. I thought the prices were extremely reasonable. If I lived in Grand Rapids, I would frequent this establishment!

Date of visit: July 2015
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Gilmore C, Manager at The B.O.B., responded to this reviewResponded July 31, 2015

Thank you so much for the awesome, 5-star review! We are so glad to hear that you loved the food and atmosphere of The B.O.B. Please come back and see us again when you are in town! :)

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