Guidebook for Kalamazoo

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Guidebook for Kalamazoo

Food Scene

Colorful Middle Eastern eatery known for its hearty Lebanese-fare buffet & à la carte menu
Shawarma King
2925 S Westnedge Ave
Colorful Middle Eastern eatery known for its hearty Lebanese-fare buffet & à la carte menu
Colorful spot featuring a menu of Authentic Middle Eastern dishes & teas, plus weekly belly dancing
7 locals recommend
Zooroona Restaurant
1710 W Main St
7 locals recommend
Colorful spot featuring a menu of Authentic Middle Eastern dishes & teas, plus weekly belly dancing
Rated #1 favorite MANY years in a row
Erbelli's Gourmet Pizzeria, Italian Bistro & Pub
6214 Stadium Dr
Rated #1 favorite MANY years in a row
Mexican fixture turning out authentic classic cuisine & tequila drinks in a wood-accented cantina setting
Los Amigos Mexican Restaurant
5480 Gull Rd
Mexican fixture turning out authentic classic cuisine & tequila drinks in a wood-accented cantina setting
Great priced, in & out taco shop offering quality Mexican fare!
Taco Bob's
248 S Kalamazoo Mall
Great priced, in & out taco shop offering quality Mexican fare!
Chicago-style, no-frills joint serving bbq, Italian-style sandwiches & hot dogs/sausage, amid sports decor.
Ray Ray's Italian Beef & Sausage
1715 Miller Rd
Chicago-style, no-frills joint serving bbq, Italian-style sandwiches & hot dogs/sausage, amid sports decor.
Tables surround the animated kitchen at this trendy choice for rustic European fare & curated wines
12 locals recommend
Rustica
236 S Kalamazoo Mall
12 locals recommend
Tables surround the animated kitchen at this trendy choice for rustic European fare & curated wines
Rustic-chic hangout serving bespoke cocktails & elevated comfort grub made with local ingredients.
18 locals recommend
Principle Food and Drink
230 S Kalamazoo Mall
18 locals recommend
Rustic-chic hangout serving bespoke cocktails & elevated comfort grub made with local ingredients.
American comfort food & spirits in a polished setting with a wall of 16 HDTVs & an outdoor patio
8 locals recommend
Old Burdick's Bar & Grill
100 W Michigan Ave
8 locals recommend
American comfort food & spirits in a polished setting with a wall of 16 HDTVs & an outdoor patio
Italian entrees with a twist served in a bright & airy dining room with a classic wooden bar
23 locals recommend
Martini's Kzoo
832 S Westnedge Ave
23 locals recommend
Italian entrees with a twist served in a bright & airy dining room with a classic wooden bar
Carhops serve Great hot dogs and fresh made root beer (and floats!) A neighborhood favorite!!
The Root Beer Stand
3100 Portage Street
Carhops serve Great hot dogs and fresh made root beer (and floats!) A neighborhood favorite!!
Woodwork-filled brew pub with a massive beer list offers creative pub fare & brunch items
23 locals recommend
HopCat - Kalamazoo
300 East Water Street
23 locals recommend
Woodwork-filled brew pub with a massive beer list offers creative pub fare & brunch items
Craft brewery producing a range of ales & porters, served with burgers & other comfort fare
25 locals recommend
Latitude 42 Brewing Company
6101 W Main St
25 locals recommend
Craft brewery producing a range of ales & porters, served with burgers & other comfort fare
Spacious Greek standby with Mediterranean decor offers traditional mains & American comfort eats.
Blue Dolphin
502 S Burdick St
Spacious Greek standby with Mediterranean decor offers traditional mains & American comfort eats.
Upscale spot for wine by the glass or bottle served alongside eclectic tapas in a refined setting!
Wine Loft
Upscale spot for wine by the glass or bottle served alongside eclectic tapas in a refined setting!
2nd-floor hideaway offers inspired seasonal bistro fare in a cozy brick space, with patio dining
10 locals recommend
Cosmos Cucina
804 W Vine St
10 locals recommend
2nd-floor hideaway offers inspired seasonal bistro fare in a cozy brick space, with patio dining
Upscale, wood-decked steakhouse & tavern for chops & seafood, plus live music & an upscale tasting room
Webster's Prime
100 W Michigan Ave
Upscale, wood-decked steakhouse & tavern for chops & seafood, plus live music & an upscale tasting room
Counter-service dispensing gumbo, jambalaya, po' boys & other Cajun-Creole fare
J Gumbo's
3205 S Westnedge Ave
Counter-service dispensing gumbo, jambalaya, po' boys & other Cajun-Creole fare
The sushi is absolutely amazing and fresh-cut everyday
7 locals recommend
Maru Sushi & Grill
427 E Michigan Ave
7 locals recommend
The sushi is absolutely amazing and fresh-cut everyday
Relaxed locale near WMU university known for traditional Chinese dishes & delivery available
Rice Kitchen
811 W Michigan Ave
Relaxed locale near WMU university known for traditional Chinese dishes & delivery available
unique flavors of China, Korean, and other Asian countries thoughtfully blended with modern Western styles
9 locals recommend
Chinn Chinn
52885 N Main St
9 locals recommend
unique flavors of China, Korean, and other Asian countries thoughtfully blended with modern Western styles
Small chain pizzeria dishes up classic pan-style pies & handcrafted brews in a casual atmosphere. Dill dip with the cheesy bread is to die for!!
Bilbo's
3307 Stadium Dr
Small chain pizzeria dishes up classic pan-style pies & handcrafted brews in a casual atmosphere. Dill dip with the cheesy bread is to die for!!
Traditional Thai cuisine including a variety of noodle dishes in a quaint space with homey ambiance
Bangkok Flavor
5455 Gull Rd
Traditional Thai cuisine including a variety of noodle dishes in a quaint space with homey ambiance
best homestyle fish & slaw
Lil' Fish Dock
East Main Street
best homestyle fish & slaw
No-frills, soul-food style fish, chicken and sides! SE side of Kazoo.
Fish Express
620 Riverview Dr
No-frills, soul-food style fish, chicken and sides! SE side of Kazoo.
authentic German food in a cozy setting
Chau Haus Schnitzel Station
authentic German food in a cozy setting
Signature, soft-serve ice cream delectables at this classic & burger fries fast-food chain! Right here in the neighborhood!
Dairy Queen Store
3130 Lovers Ln
Signature, soft-serve ice cream delectables at this classic & burger fries fast-food chain! Right here in the neighborhood!
Down home Soul Food, right here in my neighborhood!
Ty's Joint
1301 Portage Street
Down home Soul Food, right here in my neighborhood!
Superb, authentic Mexican food, just around the corner from my place!
Los Brothers Mexican Food
2015 Portage Street
Superb, authentic Mexican food, just around the corner from my place!
7 locals recommend
600 Kitchen & Bar
600 E Michigan Ave
7 locals recommend
Namsan Korean Restaurant
Grub N Stuff
Nonla Burger
2103 S Burdick St
The Old Goat Tavern
Cairo's Kitchen
Benny DiCarta's
Martell's
3501 Greenleaf Blvd
Cumin Indian Cuisine
Coney Island
Bomba's BBQ
Sushi Ai
Cookie's creole n’ soul
McGonigle's Irish Pub
Comensoli's
762 W Main St
Main Street Pub
4514 W Main St
Oakwood Bistro
3003 Oakland Dr
Malaysian Cuisine
Rasa Ria
Malaysian Cuisine
Saffron Indian Cuisine
1710 W Main St
18 locals recommend
Kalamazoo Brew Bus
211 E Water St
18 locals recommend
Brick and Brine
Elysium

Parks & Nature

Very Spacious & beautiful!
9 locals recommend
Al Sabo Land Preserve
6310 Texas Dr
9 locals recommend
Very Spacious & beautiful!
Beautiful open landscape with bountiful flower gardens!
Crane Park
Beautiful open landscape with bountiful flower gardens!
Numerous beach’s & State Parks located right on the stunning, Lake Michigan! Indulge in a day of boating, shopping the many one-of-a-kind creations by local-artists and/or the many diverse ‘beach-life’ activities/festivals that occur all summer long! Stunning locale for viewing sunsets, doing aome rockhounding and/or taking photography. ~30 minutes drive from Kalamazoo!
94 locals recommend
South Haven
94 locals recommend
Numerous beach’s & State Parks located right on the stunning, Lake Michigan! Indulge in a day of boating, shopping the many one-of-a-kind creations by local-artists and/or the many diverse ‘beach-life’ activities/festivals that occur all summer long! Stunning locale for viewing sunsets, doing aome rockhounding and/or taking photography. ~30 minutes drive from Kalamazoo!
It is preserved and has been around for a very long time. There is an interpretive center to help learn the local wildlife
31 locals recommend
Kalamazoo Nature Center
7000 N Westnedge Ave
31 locals recommend
It is preserved and has been around for a very long time. There is an interpretive center to help learn the local wildlife
2,700 feet of the Kalamazoo River Valley Trail that ambles through the park is an undeniable gem. The trail is the perfect medium for your bicycle, roller blades or the soles of your shoes and offers a spectacle of a view. With a picnic area that includes a grill, a nature walk, playground, canoe/kayak launch and six hoop basketball court, Mayors’ Riverfront is an ideal place to be active, or not, surrounded by all that nature has to offer.
Mayors Riverfront Park
251 Mills St
2,700 feet of the Kalamazoo River Valley Trail that ambles through the park is an undeniable gem. The trail is the perfect medium for your bicycle, roller blades or the soles of your shoes and offers a spectacle of a view. With a picnic area that includes a grill, a nature walk, playground, canoe/kayak launch and six hoop basketball court, Mayors’ Riverfront is an ideal place to be active, or not, surrounded by all that nature has to offer.
Great hiking, birdwatching and/or photography locale, through diverse landscapes, all in one place!
Bow in the Clouds Preserve
3401 Nazareth Rd
Great hiking, birdwatching and/or photography locale, through diverse landscapes, all in one place!
Beautiful landscapes for hiking located on the Westside of Kalamazoo County.
Wolf Tree Nature Trails
8794 W Kl Ave
Beautiful landscapes for hiking located on the Westside of Kalamazoo County.
Beautiful diverse views & hiking spot!
Asylum Lake Preserve
3836 S Drake Rd
Beautiful diverse views & hiking spot!
Amazing paths through wooded landscapes for biking, walking, rollerblading, skiing and more!!!
39 locals recommend
Kal-Haven Trailhead
Kal-Haven Trail Sesquicentennial State Park
39 locals recommend
Amazing paths through wooded landscapes for biking, walking, rollerblading, skiing and more!!!
Small, walkable track located right on the East-End of Palmer Ave!
Hayes Park
Small, walkable track located right on the East-End of Palmer Ave!
Quaint, quiet, wooded walking loop around a wetland! Located behind Maple st YMCA.
Kleinstuck Preserve/Nature Trail
2100 Stearns Ave
Quaint, quiet, wooded walking loop around a wetland! Located behind Maple st YMCA.
Has a full-size track for runners/walkers.
S Park St, Kalamazoo, MI, USA
Has a full-size track for runners/walkers.

Arts & Culture

Art Hop on the 1st Friday of every month
Park Trades Center
326 W Kalamazoo Ave
Art Hop on the 1st Friday of every month
Music artists, comedy shows, plays, etc
16 locals recommend
Kalamazoo State Theatre
404 S Burdick St
16 locals recommend
Music artists, comedy shows, plays, etc
All-purpose theater, located on WMU campus, just 2 miles from my place!
10 locals recommend
Miller Auditorium
1341 Auditorium Dr
10 locals recommend
All-purpose theater, located on WMU campus, just 2 miles from my place!
Gorgeous art & cultural center
34 locals recommend
Kalamazoo Institute of Arts
314 S Park St
34 locals recommend
Gorgeous art & cultural center
6 locals recommend
Kalamazoo Civic Theatre
329 S Park St
6 locals recommend

Entertainment & Activities

Outdoor park; Host to various cultural activities (art, music, etc)
9 locals recommend
Bronson Park
200 S Rose St
9 locals recommend
Outdoor park; Host to various cultural activities (art, music, etc)
Outdoor festival site
Arcadia Creek Festival Place
145 E Water St
Outdoor festival site
Homer Stryker Field
251 Mills St

Food, Drinks & Nightlife

Great outdoor space for live music!
Live music venue, located downtown (same building as Blue Dolphin’s greek dining).
Papa Pete's
502 S Burdick St
Live music venue, located downtown (same building as Blue Dolphin’s greek dining).
Lodge-like bar & restaurant with live music & karaoke offering inventive pub food amid wood paneling & taxidermy.
12 locals recommend
Louie's Trophy House
629 Walbridge St
12 locals recommend
Lodge-like bar & restaurant with live music & karaoke offering inventive pub food amid wood paneling & taxidermy.
Homey, family-run alehouse & gathering place dishing up substantial American & Irish pub grub. Live, local nightlife available.
8 locals recommend
O'Duffy's Pub
804 W Vine St
8 locals recommend
Homey, family-run alehouse & gathering place dishing up substantial American & Irish pub grub. Live, local nightlife available.
12 locals recommend
Louie's Trophy House
629 Walbridge St
12 locals recommend
Downtown eatery w/ a live music garden outside!
11 locals recommend
Old Dog Tavern
402 E Kalamazoo Ave
11 locals recommend
Downtown eatery w/ a live music garden outside!
Play classic board games here while enjoying great beer & food! Less than 2 miles from my place!
15 locals recommend
One Well Brewing
4213 Portage Street
15 locals recommend
Play classic board games here while enjoying great beer & food! Less than 2 miles from my place!
Local, downtown favorite for beer, dining & live music performances!
62 locals recommend
Bell's Brewery
355 E Kalamazoo Ave
62 locals recommend
Local, downtown favorite for beer, dining & live music performances!

Coffee Houses

Great coffee & pastries!
6 locals recommend
Fourth Coast Cafe & Bakery
816 S Westnedge Ave
6 locals recommend
Great coffee & pastries!
Quaint setting seated right in the middle of downtown, serving tasty fair-trade coffee, pastries & deli items.
13 locals recommend
Water Street Coffee Joint (Downtown)
315 E Water St
13 locals recommend
Quaint setting seated right in the middle of downtown, serving tasty fair-trade coffee, pastries & deli items.
Fiddle Leaf Cafe

Golf Courses

Spacious, trails, picnic areas, feed the ducks, playgrounds
Milham Park Golf Club
4200 Lovers Ln
Spacious, trails, picnic areas, feed the ducks, playgrounds
Eastern Hills Golf Course
6075 E G Ave
Prairies Golf Club
Indian Run Golf Club
Moors Golf Club
Crestview Golf Club
900 D Avenue West