Grand Butchers in Grand Rapids Closes

After more than a dozen years serving up fresh cuts and friendly conversation, a longtime neighborhood staple in Grand Rapids has closed its doors.

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For many on the northeast side, it was a reliable spot for quality cuts and quick dinner ideas.

A Neighborhood Staple Since 2013

Grand Butchers, located at 855 Michigan St. NE, first opened in the fall of 2013.

Grand Butchers via Facebook

I remember stopping in not long after they opened while living in the nearby Belknap Neighborhood. My then-new boyfriend, now husband, wanted to grill, so we went in and left with more than we planned!

According to the shop’s website, Grand Butchers was a full-service market offering all-natural beef, pork, chicken, lamb, and veal, along with organic and grass-fed options. In addition to custom cuts, the shop featured a deli and grocery items with a focus on Michigan-made products.

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Grand Butchers via Facebook

Owner Margie Zichterman came into the business after years of experience and built something that became part of many customers’ routines. She also had the chance to work alongside her daughters over the years.

Grand Butchers in Grand Rapids Shuts Down

Now, the shop has officially closed. In a Facebook post, Zichterman wrote,

We want to say thank you to all of our customers/friends who have supported us all these years. I loved providing quality meats and talking food with everyone! I loved what I did and constantly bragged that I had the best customers in town.

She added that she is looking forward to spending more time with her kids and grandkids.

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Customers React to the Closure

Customers quickly shared their reactions online.

Angela wrote,

If anyone asked me where to get the best cut in GR - without a doubt, it's here. Now I have to eat mediocre cuts for the rest of my life. RIP Grand Butchers.

Ann shared,

Margie - it was your meats that have nourished our family for the last decade, and grace our table every holiday meal. I'm grateful for all you've done for us and our neighborhood. I echo what others have said. Not sure now where we're going to get our meats from, but we'll figure something out. All the love to you, your family, and staff Marge!

The closing marks the end of a longtime local option for meat and deli items in that part of the city.

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