Kaydee's Guidebook
Looking to get some drinks?🍻
Here’s a list of the best spots downtown if you’re looking to do a little bar hopping and enjoy a few drinks, most of them are great dinner spots too. If you’re looking for more of a late night scene, green top (has a heated patio area) and side bar(not listed) right next to high dive are always busy.
But I listed my personal favorites at the top of each category! 😊
Principle Food and Drink
230 S Kalamazoo MallFor a wonderful classy dinner and cocktails go here🍸
Another new fav. I go here with friends for dinner and a expresso martini quite often😋
HighDive Kitchen + Bar
Another new fav. I go here with friends for dinner and a expresso martini quite often😋
The Stamped Robin
128 Portage StreetGreat speakeasy vibes here. Downtowns best cocktails🥃🍸
The Wine Loft
161 E Michigan AveLong time staple! 🍷🧀
Bell's Brewery
355 E Kalamazoo AveIconic must of the town! 🍻🍻🍻
Little hole in the wall that’s turned into a fun spot in the summer and any late night! Mostly for its outdoor patio hangout space
7 locals recommend
The Green Top
250 E Michigan AveLittle hole in the wall that’s turned into a fun spot in the summer and any late night! Mostly for its outdoor patio hangout space
Dabney & Co. - Cocktail Bar and Lounge
Fresh new cocktail spot!
Walking distance to green top, stamped robin, high dive and social house
12 locals recommend
Saugatuck Brewing Co. - Kalamazoo
200 S Westnedge AveWalking distance to green top, stamped robin, high dive and social house
Kalamazoo Brew Bus
211 E Water StOld Dog Tavern
402 E Kalamazoo AveRevel & Roll West
4500 Stadium DriveFun family spot close by!
FOOD SCENE🍽️😋
My personal favorite right now. Such a great dinner atmosphere. Amazing food & desserts! ✨✨
7 locals recommend
Brick and Brine
100 West Michigan AvenueMy personal favorite right now. Such a great dinner atmosphere. Amazing food & desserts! ✨✨
Principle Food and Drink
230 S Kalamazoo MallBarrio
Very new! For Tacos and margsssss go here!! 🌮🍹
Bell's Brewery
355 E Kalamazoo AveMaru Sushi & Grill
427 E Michigan AveSushi lovers must stop!
If you’re looking to hangout, drink and watch a game this is a good one right downtown
8 locals recommend
Old Burdick's Bar & Grill
100 W Michigan AveIf you’re looking to hangout, drink and watch a game this is a good one right downtown
Latitude 42 Brewing Company
6101 W Main StROCA presents an exciting and unforgettable fusion of flavors inspired by Latin American culture and cuisine
Roca
247 South Kalamazoo MallROCA presents an exciting and unforgettable fusion of flavors inspired by Latin American culture and cuisine
600 Kitchen & Bar
600 E Michigan AveA must go for weekend brunch and mimosas! 🍳🥂
Long Island Cafe (Breakfast & Lunch In Portage, Mi)
A new fav brunch spot 🥞🍳🧇☕️
HopCat - Kalamazoo
300 East Water StreetAwesome lunch restaurant and family friendly!
Rustica
236 S Kalamazoo MallKnown for its amazing breakfast and worth the couple mile trip! It’s a small place and super busy on Sunday’s though beware!
29 locals recommend
Crow's Nest
816 S Westnedge AveKnown for its amazing breakfast and worth the couple mile trip! It’s a small place and super busy on Sunday’s though beware!
Breakfast at Tiffiny’s Kalamazoo
5222 W Main StA couple miles from downtown but some delish breakfast here!
Maggie's Café
another great Breakfast place!
Great casual drink spot or dinner spot with the fam or to watch a game! Couple miles from the apartment off West Main
The Hangar
Great casual drink spot or dinner spot with the fam or to watch a game! Couple miles from the apartment off West Main
Los Amigos Stadium
Great Mexican restaurant and family friendly! Off Stadium
Great casual lunch or dinner spot for family! On the main shopping strip of town off Westnedge
Red Robin Gourmet Burgers and Brews
Great casual lunch or dinner spot for family! On the main shopping strip of town off Westnedge
Events
Western Michigan University
KP Cinemas
New movie theater right downtown!
Kalamazoo Farmers Market
1204 Bank StreetKalamazoo State Theatre
404 S Burdick StKalamazoo Valley Museum
230 N Rose StBronson Park
200 S Rose StWings Event Center
3600 Vanrick DrRadisson Plaza Hotel at Kalamazoo Center
100 W Michigan AveWine and Canvas Kalamazoo
7055 South Westnedge AvenueMiller Auditorium
1341 Auditorium DrAir Zoo - Main Exhibit
Kalamazoo County Fair
Coffee!!☕️
Water Street Coffee Joint (Downtown)
315 E Water StStarbucks
100 West Michigan AvenueSightseeing
Great area to walk around downtown.
Bronson Park
200 S Rose StA must walk in the winter for all the wonderful Christmas lights!
Al Sabo Land Preserve
6310 Texas DrHiking spot!
Kalamazoo Institute of Arts
314 S Park StRamona Park
8600 S Sprinkle RdBeach access if you need some water and sunshine!
Shopping
Mall Plaza
157 S Kalamazoo MallHarding's Friendly Market
5161 W Main StSmall grocery store near by!
Kalamazoo Brew Bus
211 E Water StMeijer
6660 W Main Strecommended large grocery store! A few miles away
Walgreens Pharmacy
760 W Michigan AveStore in walking distance!
Laundry
Hopefully I will have laundry back in building soon, but in the mean time, Here’s a nearby laundromat.
Ye Ole Central Laundry
827 South Westnedge AvenueStadium Discount Coin Laundry
3313 Stadium Dr