Waitlist & Reservation Policy
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Frequently Asked Questions
When using the Yelp Waitlist, you can check to see how long the current wait time is for a table. You can then add yourself to the list based on the quoted wait time and desired time you’d like to eat. We will notify you when your table is ready.
The Yelp Waitlist is not reservation.
Monday–Friday
Groups of 4 or less must join our waitlist on Yelp or stop in for first-come, first-served seating.
Saturday–Sunday
Groups of 8 or less must join our waitlist on Yelp or stop in for first-come, first-served seating.
You have 15 minutes from when you receive your notification that your table is ready to respond.
If you fail to show up within 15 minutes, you will be removed from the waitlist and your table will be given to the next guest.
Monday–Friday
We accept reservations for groups of 5–35 guests.
Saturday–Sunday
We accept reservations for groups of 9–35 guests. Party will be seated in The Loft—our upstairs mezzanine space.
To make a reservation, please call (616) 591-3149.
All reservations are subject to availability.
Monday–Friday
Groups up to 14 guests can be seated in the main dining areas. Groups of 15–35 guests will be seated in The Loft—our upstairs mezzanine space. During weekdays, there is no fee or minimum requirements to be seated in The Loft.
Saturday–Sunday
Groups of 9–35 guests will be seated in The Loft.
The Loft is a shared space, meaning there is a chance that another group may be seated in the space simultaneously.
If you would like the space entirely to yourself, please inquire about hosting a private event.
A 20% gratuity will be automatically added to checks with parties of 10 or more.
For groups of 15 or more guests, we kindly request one check.
Unfortunately, we do not have handicap access upstairs. The only way to The Loft is via a flight of stairs.
Monday–Friday
There is a $500 food & beverage minimum. If you fail to reach the minimum, a $150 room fee will be applied.
Saturday–Sunday
There is a $1,500 food & beverage minimum. If you fail to reach the minimum, a $250 room fee will be applied.
