Food Scene
Colorful Middle Eastern eatery known for its hearty Lebanese-fare buffet & à la carte menu
Shawarma King
2925 S Westnedge AveColorful Middle Eastern eatery known for its hearty Lebanese-fare buffet & à la carte menu
Colorful spot featuring a menu of Authentic Middle Eastern dishes & teas, plus weekly belly dancing
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Zooroona Restaurant
1710 W Main StColorful spot featuring a menu of Authentic Middle Eastern dishes & teas, plus weekly belly dancing
Erbelli's Gourmet Pizzeria, Italian Bistro & Pub
6214 Stadium DrRated #1 favorite MANY years in a row
Mexican fixture turning out authentic classic cuisine & tequila drinks in a wood-accented cantina setting
Los Amigos Mexican Restaurant
5480 Gull RdMexican fixture turning out authentic classic cuisine & tequila drinks in a wood-accented cantina setting
Taco Bob's
248 S Kalamazoo MallGreat priced, in & out taco shop offering quality Mexican fare!
Chicago-style, no-frills joint serving bbq, Italian-style sandwiches & hot dogs/sausage, amid sports decor.
Ray Ray's Italian Beef & Sausage
1715 Miller RdChicago-style, no-frills joint serving bbq, Italian-style sandwiches & hot dogs/sausage, amid sports decor.
Tables surround the animated kitchen at this trendy choice for rustic European fare & curated wines
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Rustica
236 S Kalamazoo MallTables surround the animated kitchen at this trendy choice for rustic European fare & curated wines
Rustic-chic hangout serving bespoke cocktails & elevated comfort grub made with local ingredients.
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Principle Food and Drink
230 S Kalamazoo MallRustic-chic hangout serving bespoke cocktails & elevated comfort grub made with local ingredients.
American comfort food & spirits in a polished setting with a wall of 16 HDTVs & an outdoor patio
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Old Burdick's Bar & Grill
100 W Michigan AveAmerican comfort food & spirits in a polished setting with a wall of 16 HDTVs & an outdoor patio
Italian entrees with a twist served in a bright & airy dining room with a classic wooden bar
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Martini's Kzoo
832 S Westnedge AveItalian entrees with a twist served in a bright & airy dining room with a classic wooden bar
Carhops serve Great hot dogs and fresh made root beer (and floats!)
A neighborhood favorite!!
The Root Beer Stand
3100 Portage StreetCarhops serve Great hot dogs and fresh made root beer (and floats!)
A neighborhood favorite!!
Woodwork-filled brew pub with a massive beer list offers creative pub fare & brunch items
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HopCat - Kalamazoo
300 East Water StreetWoodwork-filled brew pub with a massive beer list offers creative pub fare & brunch items
Craft brewery producing a range of ales & porters, served with burgers & other comfort fare
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Latitude 42 Brewing Company
6101 W Main StCraft brewery producing a range of ales & porters, served with burgers & other comfort fare
Spacious Greek standby with Mediterranean decor offers traditional mains & American comfort eats.
Blue Dolphin
502 S Burdick StSpacious Greek standby with Mediterranean decor offers traditional mains & American comfort eats.
Upscale spot for wine by the glass or bottle served alongside eclectic tapas in a refined setting!
Wine Loft
Upscale spot for wine by the glass or bottle served alongside eclectic tapas in a refined setting!
2nd-floor hideaway offers inspired seasonal bistro fare in a cozy brick space, with patio dining
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Cosmos Cucina
804 W Vine St2nd-floor hideaway offers inspired seasonal bistro fare in a cozy brick space, with patio dining
Upscale, wood-decked steakhouse & tavern for chops & seafood, plus live music & an upscale tasting room
Webster's Prime
100 W Michigan AveUpscale, wood-decked steakhouse & tavern for chops & seafood, plus live music & an upscale tasting room
J Gumbo's
3205 S Westnedge AveCounter-service dispensing gumbo, jambalaya, po' boys & other Cajun-Creole fare
Maru Sushi & Grill
427 E Michigan AveThe sushi is absolutely amazing and fresh-cut everyday
Relaxed locale near WMU university known for traditional Chinese dishes & delivery available
Rice Kitchen
811 W Michigan AveRelaxed locale near WMU university known for traditional Chinese dishes & delivery available
unique flavors of China, Korean, and other Asian countries thoughtfully blended with modern Western styles
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Chinn Chinn
52885 N Main Stunique flavors of China, Korean, and other Asian countries thoughtfully blended with modern Western styles
Small chain pizzeria dishes up classic pan-style pies & handcrafted brews in a casual atmosphere.
Dill dip with the cheesy bread is to die for!!
Bilbo's
3307 Stadium DrSmall chain pizzeria dishes up classic pan-style pies & handcrafted brews in a casual atmosphere.
Dill dip with the cheesy bread is to die for!!
Traditional Thai cuisine including a variety of noodle dishes in a quaint space with homey ambiance
Bangkok Flavor
5455 Gull RdTraditional Thai cuisine including a variety of noodle dishes in a quaint space with homey ambiance
Lil' Fish Dock
East Main Streetbest homestyle fish & slaw
Fish Express
620 Riverview DrNo-frills, soul-food style fish, chicken and sides! SE side of Kazoo.
Chau Haus Schnitzel Station
authentic German food in a cozy setting
Signature, soft-serve ice cream delectables at this classic & burger fries fast-food chain!
Right here in the neighborhood!
Dairy Queen Store
3130 Lovers LnSignature, soft-serve ice cream delectables at this classic & burger fries fast-food chain!
Right here in the neighborhood!
Ty's Joint
1301 Portage StreetDown home Soul Food, right here in my neighborhood!
Los Brothers Mexican Food
2015 Portage StreetSuperb, authentic Mexican food, just around the corner from my place!
600 Kitchen & Bar
600 E Michigan AveNamsan Korean Restaurant
Grub N Stuff
Nonla Burger
2103 S Burdick StThe Old Goat Tavern
Cairo's Kitchen
Benny DiCarta's
Martell's
3501 Greenleaf BlvdCumin Indian Cuisine
Coney Island
Bomba's BBQ
Sushi Ai
Cookie's creole n’ soul
McGonigle's Irish Pub
Comensoli's
762 W Main StMain Street Pub
4514 W Main StOakwood Bistro
3003 Oakland DrRasa Ria
Malaysian Cuisine
Saffron Indian Cuisine
1710 W Main StKalamazoo Brew Bus
211 E Water StBrick and Brine
Elysium
Parks & Nature
Al Sabo Land Preserve
6310 Texas DrVery Spacious & beautiful!
Crane Park
Beautiful open landscape with bountiful flower gardens!
Numerous beach’s & State Parks located right on the stunning, Lake Michigan!
Indulge in a day of boating, shopping the many one-of-a-kind creations by local-artists and/or the many diverse ‘beach-life’ activities/festivals that occur all summer long!
Stunning locale for viewing sunsets, doing aome rockhounding and/or taking photography.
~30 minutes drive from Kalamazoo!
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South Haven
Numerous beach’s & State Parks located right on the stunning, Lake Michigan!
Indulge in a day of boating, shopping the many one-of-a-kind creations by local-artists and/or the many diverse ‘beach-life’ activities/festivals that occur all summer long!
Stunning locale for viewing sunsets, doing aome rockhounding and/or taking photography.
~30 minutes drive from Kalamazoo!
It is preserved and has been around for a very long time. There is an interpretive center to help learn the local wildlife
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Kalamazoo Nature Center
7000 N Westnedge AveIt is preserved and has been around for a very long time. There is an interpretive center to help learn the local wildlife
2,700 feet of the Kalamazoo River Valley Trail that ambles through the park is an undeniable gem. The trail is the perfect medium for your bicycle, roller blades or the soles of your shoes and offers a spectacle of a view.
With a picnic area that includes a grill, a nature walk, playground, canoe/kayak launch and six hoop basketball court, Mayors’ Riverfront is an ideal place to be active, or not, surrounded by all that nature has to offer.
Mayors Riverfront Park
251 Mills St2,700 feet of the Kalamazoo River Valley Trail that ambles through the park is an undeniable gem. The trail is the perfect medium for your bicycle, roller blades or the soles of your shoes and offers a spectacle of a view.
With a picnic area that includes a grill, a nature walk, playground, canoe/kayak launch and six hoop basketball court, Mayors’ Riverfront is an ideal place to be active, or not, surrounded by all that nature has to offer.
Great hiking, birdwatching and/or photography locale, through diverse landscapes, all in one place!
Bow in the Clouds Preserve
3401 Nazareth RdGreat hiking, birdwatching and/or photography locale, through diverse landscapes, all in one place!
Wolf Tree Nature Trails
8794 W Kl AveBeautiful landscapes for hiking located on the Westside of Kalamazoo County.
Asylum Lake Preserve
3836 S Drake RdBeautiful diverse views & hiking spot!
Amazing paths through wooded landscapes for biking, walking, rollerblading, skiing and more!!!
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Kal-Haven Trailhead
Kal-Haven Trail Sesquicentennial State ParkAmazing paths through wooded landscapes for biking, walking, rollerblading, skiing and more!!!
Hayes Park
Small, walkable track located right on the East-End of Palmer Ave!
Quaint, quiet, wooded walking loop around a wetland! Located behind Maple st YMCA.
Kleinstuck Preserve/Nature Trail
2100 Stearns AveQuaint, quiet, wooded walking loop around a wetland! Located behind Maple st YMCA.
South Park Street
Has a full-size track for runners/walkers.
Arts & Culture
Park Trades Center
326 W Kalamazoo AveArt Hop on the 1st Friday of every month
Kalamazoo State Theatre
404 S Burdick StMusic artists, comedy shows, plays, etc
All-purpose theater, located on WMU campus, just 2 miles from my place!
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Miller Auditorium
1341 Auditorium DrAll-purpose theater, located on WMU campus, just 2 miles from my place!
Kalamazoo Institute of Arts
314 S Park StGorgeous art & cultural center
Kalamazoo Civic Theatre
329 S Park StEntertainment & Activities
Outdoor park; Host to various cultural activities (art, music, etc)
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Bronson Park
200 S Rose StOutdoor park; Host to various cultural activities (art, music, etc)
Arcadia Creek Festival Place
145 E Water StOutdoor festival site
Homer Stryker Field
251 Mills StFood, Drinks & Nightlife
Great outdoor space for live music!
Papa Pete's
502 S Burdick StLive music venue, located downtown (same building as Blue Dolphin’s greek dining).
Lodge-like bar & restaurant with live music & karaoke offering inventive pub food amid wood paneling & taxidermy.
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Louie's Trophy House
629 Walbridge StLodge-like bar & restaurant with live music & karaoke offering inventive pub food amid wood paneling & taxidermy.
Homey, family-run alehouse & gathering place dishing up substantial American & Irish pub grub. Live, local nightlife available.
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O'Duffy's Pub
804 W Vine StHomey, family-run alehouse & gathering place dishing up substantial American & Irish pub grub. Live, local nightlife available.
Louie's Trophy House
629 Walbridge StOld Dog Tavern
402 E Kalamazoo AveDowntown eatery w/ a live music garden outside!
Play classic board games here while enjoying great beer & food! Less than 2 miles from my place!
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One Well Brewing
4213 Portage StreetPlay classic board games here while enjoying great beer & food! Less than 2 miles from my place!
Local, downtown favorite for beer, dining & live music performances!
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Bell's Brewery
355 E Kalamazoo AveLocal, downtown favorite for beer, dining & live music performances!
Coffee Houses
Fourth Coast Cafe & Bakery
816 S Westnedge AveGreat coffee & pastries!
Quaint setting seated right in the middle of downtown, serving tasty fair-trade coffee, pastries & deli items.
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Water Street Coffee Joint (Downtown)
315 E Water StQuaint setting seated right in the middle of downtown, serving tasty fair-trade coffee, pastries & deli items.
Fiddle Leaf Cafe
Golf Courses
Milham Park Golf Club
4200 Lovers LnSpacious, trails, picnic areas, feed the ducks, playgrounds
Eastern Hills Golf Course
6075 E G AvePrairies Golf Club
Indian Run Golf Club
Moors Golf Club
Crestview Golf Club
900 D Avenue West