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Morning Belle, a popular brunch spot in Grand Rapids, is opening its fourth location in Walker. Set to debut on May 20, 2025, the restaurant will feature an expansive bar and a delightful menu that includes signature dishes like Banana Pudding French Toast. To celebrate the grand opening, the restaurant will host promotional events, including giveaways and a chance for the first 100 customers to win free coffee for life. Committed to sustainability and inclusivity, Morning Belle aims to enhance the dining experience for all brunch enthusiasts.
Walker – Morning Belle, a beloved brunch spot in the Grand Rapids area, is set to open its fourth location at 355 Wilson Ave. NW in Walker on May 20, 2025. The restaurant is well-known for its unique brunch offerings and commitment to joyful hospitality.
The new Walker location will feature an expansive bar, marking the first time Morning Belle has included this element in its restaurants. This addition is expected to enhance the guest experience by providing a wider range of dining options. Signature dishes that will be available include Banana Pudding French Toast and Glazed Doughnut Waffles, along with a rotating selection of omelets and hearty bowls. Beverage options will feature the Belle Mimosa and locally sourced Spiked Cold Brew made with Schuil Coffee, alongside a customizable Bloody Mary, ensuring that all brunch enthusiasts find something to enjoy.
To celebrate its grand opening, Morning Belle will host several promotional events. Attendees can look forward to giveaways and photo opportunities, as well as an exciting chance for the first 100 customers to receive free coffee for life. The official ribbon-cutting ceremony will take place at 7 a.m. on the opening day, organized in collaboration with the Walker Chamber of Commerce.
Mike Thorp, the director of operations at Morning Belle, expressed enthusiasm about the expansion into the Walker area and reiterated the restaurant’s goal of delivering an everyday luxury brunch experience. This new location, like its predecessors, will emphasize the use of fresh ingredients and feature an inclusive menu with options for those following gluten-friendly, vegetarian, vegan, and dairy-free diets. Morning Belle places a strong focus on sustainability, adhering to eco-friendly practices in all aspects of its operations.
Morning Belle currently operates three additional locations in Grand Rapids, situated on Bridge Street, E. Beltline, and Breton Road. Each restaurant is designed with a bright and inviting decor, combined with attentive service to ensure a pleasurable dining atmosphere for all guests. The hours of operation for the new Walker location have not yet been disclosed, but the other locations are open from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. daily.
The site of the new Morning Belle was previously home to Stan’s Tacos, which closed its last location in the area in April 2025. The transition reflects a growing demand for brunch establishments in the Walker area, adding to the vibrant culinary scene in Grand Rapids.
As the opening day approaches, local residents and brunch lovers alike are gearing up to experience what Morning Belle has to offer in its latest location. The combination of inventive dishes, beverage options, and a commitment to quality and sustainability positions Morning Belle as a standout destination for casual dining in Walker.
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