25 Essential Kalamazoo Institutions
From neighborhood classics to high-wire tasting rooms, these are the places shaping the modern dining identity of Kalamazoo.
Principle Food and Drink
Michigan
Rustic-chic hangout serving bespoke cocktails & elevated comfort grub made with local ingredients.
Pizzawala's Pizza Restaurant
Michigan
an everyday essential table known for disciplined pizza restaurant cooking, strong local gravity, and Beam Score momentum at 84.3.
Zooroona Restaurant
Michigan
Colorful spot featuring a menu of Middle Eastern dishes & teas, with global wine list & full bar.
Blue Dolphin
Kalamazoo, Michigan
Spacious Greek standby with Mediterranean decor offers traditional mains & American comfort eats.
Blaze Pizza
Kalamazoo, Michigan
Hip counter-serve pizzeria dishing up crispy, thin-crust pies made with creative toppings & sauces.
Maru Sushi & Grill
Kalamazoo, Michigan
Airy, brick-clad eatery offering cooked Japanese dishes plus sushi rolls & sashimi.
Nidal’s Shawarma King
Kalamazoo, Michigan
Compact Middle Eastern eatery serves generous plates in a laid-back space with colorful paintings.
Uncle Ernie's Pancake House
Kalamazoo, Michigan
Long-running eatery specializing in homestyle American breakfasts & diner-style lunches.
Crow's Nest
Kalamazoo, Michigan
American breakfast & brunch specialist with a snug, informal 2nd-story setting.
Mi Lindo Michoacán
Kalamazoo, Michigan
Service options: Onsite services, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Fast service, Serves local specialty. Popular for: Lunch, Dinner, Solo dining. Accessibility.
Comensoli's
Kalamazoo, Michigan
Family-owned venue serving traditional Italian fare plus a long martini menu with creative flavors.
Ray Ray's Italian Beef & Sausage
Kalamazoo, Michigan
Compact joint serving barbecue, Italian-style sandwiches & hot dogs amid Chicago sports decor.
Niskers Grill & Slap Shot Hockey Bar
Kalamazoo, Michigan
Lively hockey-themed sports pub known for its burgers, serving comfort eats & local draft beers.
Main St. Pub
Kalamazoo, Michigan
Local chain serving pub grub, sandwiches, burgers & classic American entrees in a relaxed setting.
Erbelli's Gourmet Pizzeria, Italian Bistro & Pub
Kalamazoo, Michigan
Variety of custom pizzas, Italian specialty dishes & varied lunch buffet in casual surrounds.
Firehouse Subs Corner Shoppes
Kalamazoo, Michigan
Counter-serve sandwich chain offering made-to-order hot & cold subs, plus a variety of hot sauces.
Tavern 32
Kalamazoo, Michigan
Service options: Outdoor seating, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Fast service, Fireplace, Great beer selection, Great cocktails, Great dessert.
Anna's House - Kalamazoo
Kalamazoo, Michigan
Service options: Delivery, Onsite services, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Great coffee, Great tea selection, Serves local specialty. Popular for: Breakfast.
Water Street Coffee Joint (Oakland)
Kalamazoo, Michigan
Funky coffeehouse serving up java, deli chow & more in art-adorned digs with plush seating.
The Morning Dish
Kalamazoo, Michigan
An all-you-can-eat breakfast spread with housemade smoothies, presented in a relaxed hotel setting.
Arby's
Kalamazoo, Michigan
Fast-food chain, known for its roast beef, serving up hot & cold sandwiches, fries & shakes.
Bangkok Flavor
Kalamazoo, Michigan
Traditional Thai cuisine including a variety of noodle dishes in a quaint space with homey ambiance.
LaRue's Family Restaurant
Kalamazoo, Michigan
Service options: Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Great coffee, Serves local specialty. Popular for: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Solo dining. Accessibility.
Burdick's Bar & Grill
Kalamazoo, Michigan
American comfort food & spirits in a polished setting with an outdoor patio.
Bomba's BBQ Kalamazoo
Kalamazoo, Michigan
Service options: Curbside pickup, Delivery, Drive-through, Onsite services, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Serves local specialty. Popular for: Lunch, Dinner.