Katy C.
11/29/2023
The James & Shirley Balk Cafe is a very nice option for lunch on site at Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park. The menu changes a bit seasonally but on my most recent visit I got the halloumi...
James & Shirley Balk Café
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1000 E Beltline Ave NE
Grand Rapids, MI 49525
James & Shirley Balk Café located in Grand Rapids MI offers a cozy and welcoming atmosphere perfect for enjoying a delicious meal. With a menu featuring a mix of comfort food and seasonal specials this eatery caters to a variety of tastes. Whether you're stopping by for breakfast lunch or a casual dinner you'll find friendly service and a charming ambiance that makes every visit special.
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4.05 reviews
Lucas E.
8/23/2025
As far as museum-type cafe options go, this is quite a good one. There's not many options -- salads, sandwiches, and pasta -- but it all gets made in front of you. Prices are high, but at this...
Michael S.
9/29/2021
An unexpectedly good food respite from the rigors of striking the Meijer Gardens, the café boasts a mean brisket burnt ends macaroni and cheese! So good we went back for another! The pizza was...
William B.
8/17/2023
Like the Gardens, the Balk Cafe was not a great fit for our kids -- the pizza had a strange sawdusty quality, the mac and cheese was strongly flavored with smoked gouda, even the PB & J was a...
CJ G.
6/24/2021
This was such a pleasant experience! We enjoyed a date day at the park and were just getting hungry in the afternoon. We opted for the cafe after we saw their posted menu with a burnt ends mac...
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