An ice cream cone with two scoops of ice cream, one pink and one off-white, in a waffle cone against a black background.

Your sweet summer spot

Whether you’re staying on the lakeshore and planning a day-trip to Grand Rapids, or you’re searching for a local treat to help you beat the heat, the Downtown Market is your delicious destination for summer sweets, grilling supplies, fresh seafood, beverages, and more.

Click here to plan your visit and learn about our 30 minute free on-site parking.

SUMMER SELECTIONS

Hand holding a gyro wrapped in aluminum foil with meat and sauce outside in a parking lot under clear blue sky.
Various cuts of raw meat in a butcher's display case.

ATHENS GYRO
from Cafe De Miro

A toasted pita loaded with grilled beef and lamb, tomato, onion, feta, and a healthy drizzle of tzatziki. Don’t forget the fries or crunchy kale salad!

PRIME CUTS
from Carvers

Pick up a few dry-aged steaks, fillets, t-bones, or house-made PBR brats from Carvers and you’ll be grillin’ and chillin’ in no time!

MOCHI DONUT AND BUBBLE TEA
from Chewie Bitez

Grab a freshly-baked mochi donut (weekends only) and wash it down with refreshing bubble tea.

A plastic cup with a pink straw and a Chewie Bitez logo, filled with a blended drink topped with caramel drizzle. Next to the cup is a whitewith colorful sprinkles. In front of the drink and cookie is a Chewie Bitez business card that says 'Sweets, Snacks, Sip, Boba Tea Lover' and provides contact information.

MANGO LASSI
from Curry Leaf

A Mango Lassi from Curry Leaf will definitely cool you down on a hot day! It’s smooth and creamy, with mango and cardamom flavors. 

Yellow smoothie or yogurt drink in a clear plastic cup with a lid and a straw, outdoors with trees and a fountain in the background.

FRESH POPCORN
from Dorothy & Tony’s

Summer is for snacking! Try a few flavors and find your favorite popcorn from Dorothy & Tony’s. Will it be white cheddar jalapeño, parmesan, or classic kettle corn?

Three bags of gourmet popcorn on a white table; the bags contain jalapeno cheddar, cheddar cheese, and parmesan popcorn, with shelves of various food items in the background.

GIANT SOFT PRETZEL
from Field & Fire

This weekend-only treat is soft, salty, and made for sharing. They sell out fast, so don’t wait!

A hand holding a large pretzel decorated with coarse salt, with yellow flowers in the blurred background.

FISH AND CHIPS
from Fish Lads

Choose a cut of fish directly from the seafood case and Fish Lads will batter it, fry it, and serve it piping hot with a side of their house-made gribiche.

Basket of fried fish pieces with French fries, lemon wedges, and dipping sauces, served with lemon slices.

STRAWBERRY FRAISIER CAKE
from Gaby’s Gourmandise

Sponge cake, pastry cream, and fresh strawberries come together to create this fan favorite classic French sweet.

A slice of strawberry cheesecake on a gold scalloped cake board on a gray marble surface.

ZODI BURGER
from Go Vegan GR

100% plant-based and 100% delicious! This burger and fries will delight you if you’re vegan, and surprise you if you’re not.

A vegan cheeseburger with french fries on pink and white checkered paper.

CRAFT SODA
from High Tide Soda

Put together a 6-pack of your favorite craft sodas, or grab a cold one out of the case. Pair it with your meal or just enjoy a bubbly treat!

A display of Jones Cane Sugar Soda bottles with orange and cream flavor on a store shelf.

NASHVILLE HOT CHICKEN SANDWICH
from Juju Bird

Crispy fried chicken, hot oil dipped, and dusted with spicy seasoning, served on a grilled brioche bun with hot mayo, pickles, tomatoes, and slaw.

Close-up of a hand holding a fried chicken sandwich with pickles, lettuce, tomato, coleslaw, and a bun, outdoors with greenery in the background.
Two hands holding ice cream and a chocolate Michigan-shaped pop, with a fountain and green trees in the background.

FROZEN TREATS
from Love’s Ice Cream

Beat the heat with a single or double scoop of made-from-scratch ice cream or dairy free gelato from Love’s. OR try their signature Mitten Pop!

EXTRA VERGIN OLIVE OIL
from Old World Olive Co.

Create a wonderful summer salad at home with a vinaigrette made from one of Old World Olive Company’s unique flavors. The Persian Lime olive oil is a classic!

A stainless steel container labeled 'Persian Lime' with a description and illustration of a lime, placed on a display shelf with other bottles and containers.

DRUNKEN NOODLES AND A COCKTAIL
from Rák Thai

Escape the heat and enter an air conditioned full bar serving spicy drunken noodles and refreshing cucumber gimlets!

A glass of cucumber water with cucumber slices and cucumber garnish, next to a bowl of stir-fried noodles with vegetables and lime wedge, on a marble countertop.

COLD SUB
from Rudy’s Sub Shop

Order a cold sub from Rudy’s and chill on the patio! Meats and cheeses shaved to order and piled high onto a fresh sub roll with oil, vinegar, tomatoes, peppers, and more.

A submarine sandwich with lettuce, tomato, turkey, and cheese, wrapped in paper, on a metal tray outdoors with buildings and greenery in the background.
Three glass jars of spice blends on a wooden shelf, labeled as Butcher's Rub, Saugatuck Steak Rub, and Grilling Pepper.

RUBS AND SPICE BLENDS
from Spice Merchants

Step up your grill game with a selection of rubs and spice blends from Spice Merchants. Burgers, steaks, wings—they have everything you need!

NOLA COLD BREW
from Squibb Coffee Bar

Enjoy a refreshing cold brew from Squibb Coffee Bar while sitting on the sunny outdoor patio!

A glass of iced Thai iced tea with a black straw on a perforated green table, with a pink dragon fruit on a black plate in the foreground.

BENTO BOX
from Sushi Market

Enjoy the perfect combination of sushi, potstickers, crispy shrimp, and veggies—all served in a convenient bento box!

A black bento box with sushi rolls, gyoza, rice, and dipping sauce, along with a shrimp stir-fry with peppers, a pink flower, a small serving of wasabi and ginger, a cup of soy sauce, a can of Coke, and a cup of orange cream drink, all on a white table.

CALIFORNIA BURRITO
from Tacos El Cuñado

Carne asada, fresh guac, fries, and queso come together in a soft tortilla to create a delicious summer burrito. Make sure you hit the salsa bar!

A cut burrito with steak, fries, and guac, served with lime wedges, salsa, and an orange drink.