Brewery Vivant Nachos Named Some of the Best in the Country

What makes a good nacho? For me it's melted cheese, ALL of the guac, jalapeños, spicy chicken, and sour cream. Maybe you're more of a beef person. Or you think nachos MUST have tomatoes.

Whatever your definition of a "good nachos" are, you'll likely find something delish on  Thrillists' "The 21 Best Nachos in America" list ... and a local contender too!

Grand Rapids' Brewery Vivant made the list!

Here's their praise for Brewery Viviant's nachos:

Purists might turn their noses up, but the duck nachos at Brewery Vivant -- one of the best breweries in one of America's best beer cities -- have to be eaten to be believed. Nothing here is expected. Brie cream, tomato concasse (a fancy word for ground tomatoes), duck confit, caramelized onions, and duck cracklin' with citrus all sit on top of perfectly cooked tortilla chips, while most newcomers jaws sit uncomfortably on the table, having dropped in disbelief. Try any of the beers on tap, and you'll be in nacho heaven, which is perfect, considering this place is in a converted funeral chapel."

Brewery Vivant's Duck Confit Nachos will run you $18 a plate.