restaurant closing

Downtown Holland has a new dining spot: Lovejoy, replacing Poquito, offers approachable, family-friendly meals inspired by Michigan’s seasons.

After nearly a decade in Grand Haven, The Paisley Pig is preparing to close. Owners say rising labor and food costs made it impossible to keep the restaurant open..

After closing 20+ restaurants last year, Red Robin eyes more potential closures in 2026. Specific locations have yet to be announced. Michigan currently has 19 Red Robin restaurants.

Fazoli’s fast casual Italian restaurants are disappearing from Michigan. Two West Michigan locations, in Walker and in Muskegon have recently closed, leaving only a handful of restaurants still open statewide.

After 134 years, Union Street Station in Traverse City is closing, ending a legacy of live music, local gatherings, and generations of memories.

Caribbean-themed casual dining chain Bahama Breeze is shutting down all remaining restaurants after more than 30 years, including its final Michigan location in Livonia.

Less than two years after opening, Dr. Rolf’s BBQ in Spring Lake is closing on February 8. Despite a new brewpub and community support, high costs made the location unsustainable. Muskegon and sister restaurant remain open.

After seven years in Grand Rapids, Buddy’s Pizza is closing its 28th Street location. The Detroit-style pizza chain opened in 2019 and brought a taste of Motor City history to West Michigan before announcing its permanent closure.

Starbucks inside the Amway Grand Plaza Hotel is closing. Foxtail Coffee will take over, while the future of the downtown pick-up only store remains uncertain.

Harvey’s on the Mall, a downtown Kalamazoo favorite for over 40 years, will close September 20. Owners Steve and Marie Blinn invite the community to celebrate the final weeks with food, drinks, and memories.

Arktos Meadery on Grand Rapids’ West Side is closing August 31, citing rising costs, slowing sales, and the loss of nearby parking cleared for a new soccer stadium.

Another longtime Grand Rapids favorite is closing its doors. The Green Well, known for its patio, brunch, and elevated comfort food, will serve its last meal August 16.