San Chez, A Tapas Bistro

San Chez, A Tapas Bistro is a tapas restaurant Heartside-Downtown Grand Rapids Grand Rapids located in United States.

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  • Phone

    (616) 774-8272

  • Website

    sanchezbistro.com

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    SanChezBistro

  • Type

    Tapas Restaurant

Address

38 Fulton St E (at Commerce Ave SW) Grand Rapids , MI 49503 United States

Reservations No
Credit Cards Yes (incl. Discover & Visa)
Wi-Fi No
Outdoor Seating Yes
Menus Breakfast, Brunch, Lunch, Dinner, Happy Hour
Drinks Beer, Wine, Full Bar, Cocktails

Comments / 127


Keywords:

sangria good for dates breakfast food trendy queso de cabra calamaritos fritos good for groups black bean quinoa healthy food gluten free bread cake fritters desserts bar pork belly spicy food brunch food French toast Serrano ham muffins
Brian Kozminski

We always make our way to San Chez whenever in my home town . Recall when it was the new place on the block. Recommend Seared Tuna , Bleu Fritters , Empanadas , and the black bean Quinoa cakes Try it all!

Jaime Baumgart

The tarta de chocolate al whiskey (whiskey soaked cake , caramel gelato , brownie , and white chocolate mousse ) is delicious! Tapas are amazing as well . Highly recommend!

Heather D

We had an amazing meal here. Everything was delicious and service was amazing. The scallop/pork belly dish was our favorite. Lots of charm and reasonable prices.

Ryan Valdiviez

Definitely more Bistro than Tapas ... as basic as it gets. An ultra white-washed version of tapas . Their “Plato De Jamon Y Queso Del Dia” was basically a charcuterie player from Toledo, OH. That basic

Kelly Ruffer

One of my favorite restaurants of all time. Great date place , sit at the bar and watch the chefs prepare dishes! Waitstaff is always quick and very friendly . Try the Bistec con Pimienta!

Jen Fox

Loved the Michigan mule-perfect ginger spiciness . My fave plates were the alcachofas (grilled artichoke hearts ) and the calamaritos fritos (squid , serrano ham & pork belly ). No free bread .

Dann

Marisco Paella was tasty. I ordered house bread to accompany the Paella . Great service and great food!

Brian Sherman

I travel quite a bit for work, and this is my favorite place in all the places I've been to eat! Incredible service and food! I look forward to my trips to Grand Rapids just so I can eat here.

Chloë Aalsburg

Besides the fact that the food is absolutely delicious, San Chez also has an amazing staff that will answer any of your questions. And they sell their chorizo for about $13 a lb. What's not to love?

Beth Legate

Wow, everything was SO GOOD. We just moved from Chicago and honestly, this was on par with some of the best dining experiences that we have had!

Maureen Soules

The sangria was light and refreshing. Service was great and the small plates kept us from over-endulging...too much! Perfect place for sharing and sampling. Try everything!

James Rider

As long as this restaurant has been open it has been my favorite place for a quality night on the town . The menu changes but the great tasting Tapas are always a treat!

Alejandro Garro

By far, the BEST tapa de bistec de lomo (beef ) I've ever had. I live in Chicago, and could easily come back on a weekend just to eat here. Amazing cuisine!

Gregg Pullano

The free pastry special can be a muffin or the pecan roll ...I recommend the pecan roll for the value and the fact that it is downright amazing!

laurie hickey

Best tapas place I have EVER been hands down! Found this gem while in town on business and recommended my coworkers to try. We now fight over whose going to GR just so we can eat there again!!

Bobby Christie

I had a great time with my girlfriend for valentines day. The paella is awesome, but it's a lot of food. Consider it a good meal for two hungry people.

Katy

Great date night place if you're feeling fancy . Food here can get pricey and the drinks aren't the greatest, so split a few plates and grab drinks elsewhere.

Scott Trumbo

My FAVORITE restaurant . Monday thru Thursday ask them about their one bite tasters , you can taste a lot of different options on the menu for a good price. I never leave unsatisfied!

Rebecca Noricks

Love this place. Great mojitos and sangria . Get the bleu cheese fritters . Am saddened that they removed the Consuelas des Asparagus dish though. The replacement recommended by the server was like Mexi Read more

Andre Beaumont

Great French toast . You have to love a place that the kids can draw on the tablecloth.

Brian Zerfas

Sangria , Ahi tuna , tea , and three different desserts , this is one of my favorite new restaurants , can't wait to go back! The service was great, the food was delicious, and the atmosphere was exciting

Kim Marks

The breakfast is awesome! And do yourself a favor and get a seat at one of Abby's tables. She is very personable and was helpful to us out-of-towners.

Adrian Hannah

All the tapas is top notch. There are a variety of wines that you can order by the glass.

Ben Risinger

Delicious food. Great service. Eclectic atmosphere. Good for small or large groups.

Holly Noelle

My friends and I love ordering multiple tapas and then sharing them all. The stuffed mushrooms are to die for ????

Lily

can't go wrong with the fresh baked gluten free bread and tres leches for dessert

Nathan Gates

Goat cheese and pollo and chorizo are my go to. Still feeling out the new menu.

Matthew Heminger

Great food. The tapas style is however a unique one, so don't expect a traditional plate.

Arthur Kosiba

No doubt the Sangria is d' best! But what isn't in the menu? Now I know why we like coming back to this place! Especially on special occasions !

Michael D. Yoder

One of my favorite spots for breakfast and dinner . Love the quinoa and bean patties! Be sure to check in and take advantage of the BOGO special at breakfast !

Mikinzie Stuart

My fave! Don't bother w main dish, just get lotsa tapas : esp Fritos de Azul (fried blu chz) & Atun en Escabeche (seared ahi tuna ). The Outer Banks Steamer is a warm, delish dessert drink (alcohol ). Read more

Sarah VanderLaan

The mixed sangria is the best I've had at a restaurant or bar ! If you like spicy food , the gambas asadas al fuego. So so good.

David Miller

Heard through the grape vine that you can get some cash off of a meal by using the #bofo app. I NEED to try this.

Justin Locke

Great Meatballs and Crab - beer selection was great. Service = excellent. Happy Hour 2-6

Katy

The spicy shrimp are awesome and the chicken and chorizo is delicious!

Douglas M.

The secret is in the sauce! Great tapas with unique tasty sauces like cumin aioli ..

Jacob Canfield

Try the spicy black bean quinoa cake breakfast wraps and a side of brûlée style oatmeal . Extremely filling, even for two.

Joslyn Mc

Fantastic tapas place . The croquettes are a must, as well as the spicy shrimp .

Brynn

Gluten free ? This place is GREAT! They have a separate gluten free menu & the gluten free bread is AMAZING!

Jim Winslow Di Piazza

UICA Membership gets you 10% off the bill. And UICA is the best theatre in downtown GR.

Michael Kohlenberger

Try the grilled shrimp with banana sauce If you're feel adventurous. The combination is crazy, but it tastes crazy good!

Nathan Gates

Management Tip: Staff a day shift bar tender to make drinks and pull espresso , don't make floor staff do it.

BIGGBYjedi

My wife and I had our first date here and it remains a special spot for us. Try the Bistec con Pimiento...it's our fave!

Evvia Marshall

Gambas Al Ajillo is an amazing dish!

Elise Pawlowski

Queso de cabra , calamaritos fritos , torta de chocolate con trufas, and sangria with cava are my favorites :)

Leah Harris

Try the pato y caramelo de ternera on the fall feature menu it is a duck dish that is to die for!!! We ended up ordering multiple plates of it!

Tamie Henderson

Delicious menu great place for dates!

T W

Everything! You can't go wrong!

Nathan Spencer

Everything is great. For real...everything!

Jeff Ventura

Utterly amazing mojito . Yes, amazing. I'll have to find another word to use when I visit the moon. Oh well .

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