New Eatertainment Venue Gimme’s Par and Grill Opens in Grand Rapids

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Gimme’s Par and Grill has officially opened in downtown Grand Rapids, combining elevated American cuisine with interactive sports simulators. Located at 45 Ottawa Ave NW, the venue offers a unique dining experience focused on both quality food and a variety of sports activities. The menu includes innovative dishes and handcrafted cocktails, while the nine sports simulator bays provide a fun atmosphere for guests. Reservations for private events and simulator rentals are available, making Gimme’s a versatile option for gatherings.

Grand Rapids – A new eatertainment venue, Gimme’s Par and Grill, officially opened its doors in downtown Grand Rapids at 45 Ottawa Ave NW in November 2024. After five years of planning, founder Sam Stover has launched this establishment aimed at enriching the local dining and entertainment scene.

The venue combines a restaurant offering elevated American cuisine with an entertainment component featuring indoor sports simulators. This dual approach allows visitors to enjoy quality food while also engaging in various sports activities. The concept emphasizes that Gimme’s Par and Grill is fundamentally a restaurant with entertainment rather than merely an entertainment venue that serves food.

The menu showcases a variety of dishes inspired by traditional offerings found in golf clubs and bars, appealing to both food lovers and sports enthusiasts. Highlights from the menu include:

• Pistachio-crusted Walleye ($31) – served with mashed potatoes, grilled asparagus, and orange brown butter sauce.
• Potato Gnocchi ($18) – featuring a creamy tomato sauce with peas, bacon, chorizo, and tomatoes.
• Taco Bowl ($22 for birria beef) – includes cilantro-lime rice, black beans, spicy cilantro sauce, pineapple pico, avocado, and tortilla strips.

To complement the food offerings, Gimme’s provides an array of handcrafted cocktails ranging from $7.50 to $15. Featured cocktails include the Guava Paloma ($9), Prickly Pear Margarita ($13), and the Espresso Martini ($14).

The venue features nine sports simulator bays, five of which offer multisport options, allowing guests to play games including baseball and dodgeball. All necessary sports equipment, including golf clubs, is provided on-site for convenience. Reservations for the simulator bays are available for hourly rentals at varying prices depending on the time of day:

• Weekday mornings and afternoons: $50
• Weekday evenings: $60
• Weekend rates: $70 to $75

Gimme’s Par and Grill can also be booked for private events, making it a versatile option for celebrations such as birthdays and corporate outings. The establishment aims to provide a welcoming environment for beginners, encouraging newcomers to try their hand at golf in a non-intimidating setting.

The restaurant operates with the following hours:

• Monday to Thursday: 11 a.m. to 10 p.m.
• Friday: 11 a.m. to 11:45 p.m.
• Saturday: 9:30 a.m. to 11:45 p.m.
• Sunday: 9:30 a.m. to 9 p.m.

For reservations for tee times and additional information, customers can visit the restaurant’s website or call (616) 280-4050.

Gimme’s Par and Grill adds to a rising trend in downtown Grand Rapids, where venues that offer a blend of dining and interactive entertainment are increasingly popular. Feedback has shown a growing community demand for such recreational dining experiences in the wake of the pandemic, suggesting this innovative concept will resonate well with local patrons.

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