Best of Winter Outdoor Dining in Grand Rapids

The team at Wander West Michigan has done it again, making it the easiest it’s ever been to find the perfect winter outdoor dining spaces you just have to visit this Holiday season. Looking for a “treat yourself” day or couples night out? A family outing? These outdoor dining spaces are all heated too—because who can be bothered with the cold anyway? (Sorry Elsa!)

Whatever the case, we’ve got an exhaustive list of the best winter, outdoor, eating and event spaces for all of your holiday and winter festivities. Heated igloos, mini-greenhouses, individual outdoor dining shacks, covered patios and more await you, below.

Keep scrolling to see these amazing destinations or add this page to your bookmarks for safe keeping and easy access for future winter dining and activities!

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Field & Fire Cafe – Established in 2016

820 Monroe Avenue, NW, Suite 100, Grand Rapids

To kick off our winter outdoor dining recommendations for Grand Rapids, this destination has four individual greenhouses—each with the ability to seat four people! These cozy outdoor seating spaces are first-come, first-serve. It’s important to note this is a cafe atmosphere, with breakfast and brunch options as well as their original bakery that became the current Field & Fire Cafe.

Field & Fire Cafe boasts that their greenhouses range at a temperature at least 20 degrees above the outside temperature—making it perfect for an intimate group setting or a small family outing to cozy up together, have warm drinks, and some tasty bakery treats!

There are conveniently placed barcodes outside of each of the greenhouses which guests are encouraged to use to order from.

What do you think… would you visit this spot?

Uccello’s Ristorante

122 Monroe Center or 2630 E. Beltline Avenue, SE, Grand Rapids

If you’re looking for an outdoor dining area, during the winter season with bigger meal options and the ability to seat a larger group, this might be the spot for you!

This dining locale carries food items like pizza, burgers, and more and features a propane-heated, covered patio. The space is called “The Atrium” and can hold up to 60 people—making for a wonderful ambiance. Watch out, though, because this comfy-cozy spot for outdoor seating is first-come, first-serve as well.

Would you try this atrium out?

House of Wine

53 Monroe Center NW, Grand Rapids

Similar to the first item on our list, this outdoor destination has individual covered spaces that look like mini houses! Each personal shack is heated conveniently for guests and each building can hold up to four people at a time. There’s a major bonus though… huts are dog friendly!

These huts do require a reservation ahead of time and you must use the space for at least one hour. They also have alcoholic drinks to-go, such as mulled wine, cider, Irish coffees, and other delicious beverages.

Farmhaus Cider Co.

5025 Stanton Street, Hudsonville

These outdoor dining igloos cost $15 per 50-minute time slot. Neither the outdoor or indoor dining requires reservations, but they’re first come first serve—so make sure to call ahead if you’d like to know about availability. As the name rightly states, this unique western Michigan destination is sought after for its delicious and unique ciders. Get all the advantages of indoor dining outside in these fun, dome-shaped huts!

If you’re looking for an outdoor getaway in a wintery-woodsy setting, this is definitely the spot for you and yours!

The Holiday Bar

801 5th Street NW, Grand Rapids

This holiday-themed outdoor dining destination features two options for patrons—an open patio or a covered pavilion. The patio holds up to 25 people and is first-come, first-serve while the pavilion has two large tables and a full service bar. You can always call ahead to see what the availabilities for outdoor seating are like on any given day!

Friesian Gastro Pub

720 Michigan Street NE, Grand Rapids

At this unique destination, you’ll get to enjoy your meal in a heated and cozy outdoor patio, under a sky of sparkling string lights. This destination does require reservations that can be made through Open Table.

Highly recommend this for those seeking an outdoor winter experience that is relaxing and cozy.

Friesian Gastro Pub | photo via @goodvibesgrandrapids

The Winchester

648 Wealthy Street SE, Grand Rapids

The Winchester boasts an enclosed, outdoor, heated patio with walk-in seating. This Grand Rapids dining spot has a fantastic variety of high-quality dishes, bar items, and even catering options, if that’s what you’re looking for on your special night out. It boasts of a pub atmosphere, scrumptious food, and drinks at this delicious dining location!

Their sister location is hosting igloo dining this year and can be found below. (Donkey Taqueria)

*Important to note for patrons: The previous sister location entitled “Royals” is permanently closed.

Donkey Taqueria

665 Wealthy Street SE, Grand Rapids

At this destination, you get to experience not only the excitement of outdoor, heated, igloo dining… but also the taste of delicious Mexican food and yummy cocktails! Plus, the outdoor facilities hold up to six people, so be sure to book them quickly! Reservations can be made on their site here.

Stella’s Lounge

53 Commerce Avenue Southwest Grand Rapids

One of the most exciting things about this location—besides the outdoor seating—is the Thursday night burger specials! Every Thursday when you purchase a drink, you get $5 off one of their famous burgers—and, if case you haven’t heard, they’re sensational! They also have many more specials throughout the week, making them a great destination for budget-friendly food seekers. Not only do they have great food and drinks, but they also have vintage arcade games to play like Pacman, Donkey Kong, Tron, and more.

New Holland Brewing

417 Bridge Street NW, Grand Rapids, MI 49504

This might be one of my favorite destinations on the list! This brewery has just added a retractable, outdoor roof for its all-season and full service bier garden. NHB also features tons of weekly specials on drinks and food, making it a truly welcoming space and one that you can visit for any holiday! During the winter, the retractable roof features its own heating source making it a unique and enjoyable experience for summer and winter babies alike.

GRNoir Wine and Jazz

35 Division Avenue South, Grand Rapids

For a more formal option, GRNoir is a great choice. They feature live jazz music every Wednesday, Friday, and Saturday. There is both walk-in seating and the ability to make reservations. However, walk-ins are first-come, first-serve so be sure to plan ahead and reserve your spot if you’ve got this location in mind for a specific date! The seats are limited to 75 minutes per guest(s) but can possibly be extended per request, depending on the waitlist that day.

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