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MDRD, Grand Rapids, MI

MDRD

4.6 (2061)
$50 and over
Spanish
187 Monroe Ave NW, Grand Rapids, MI 49503

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 21 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for scenic views
  • Fancy
At MDRD, you’re invited to sample modern Spanish cuisine in Downtown Grand Rapids. Melt into the lavish vibe of a dining experience where your every need is anticipated. From fabulous furnishings and sounds of the city to a deluge of exciting flavors—all your senses are engaged. Feel the rhythm of Madrid as you enter the seductive atmosphere of this luxurious top-floor tapería. Get swept up. Experience MDRD.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Spanish
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Tue–Thu 4:30 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:30 pm–11:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive chef
    Kyle Tilstra
  • Private party facilities
    Ignite your evening in the lively atmosphere of MDRD as you savor modern Spanish entrées, tantalizing shareables, decadent desserts and drink in the Grand Rapids skyline. Join us on the 27th floor of the Amway Grand Plaza and revel in the rhythm of Madrid.
  • Private party contact
    Sarina Charif: (616) 776-3233
  • Neighborhood
    Grand Rapids
  • Parking details
    Parking is available in the Amway Grand Plaza parking garage. Restaurant guests are provided a 50% discounted validation.
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Private Room, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Experience La Buena Vista

    $25.00 per person

    Prepaid

    Multiple dates available
    Want to guarantee you and your fellow diners will have the best seat in the house? Elevate your evening at MDRD with Experience La Buena Vista. This paid, non-refundable, add-on secures a table that is guaranteed to overlook the Grand River and cityscape. Savor modern Spanish delicacies and lavish libations, surrounded by views of the Grand Rapids skyline. Satiate your wanderlust with the captivating views from the 27th floor and revel in the rhythm of Madrid. Terms & Conditions Each reservation can seat up to maximum of 4 guests $25 pre-payment is non-refundable or transferable Table secured 2 hours, 15 minutes Guests arriving more then 15 minutes late will have reservation canceled and pre-payment will not be refunded
    Experience La Buena Vista Photo

Private dining

What 2,061 people are saying

MDRD reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.2Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Grand Rapids / Western Michigan

    Best Ambiance

  • Grand Rapids / Western Michigan

    Romantic

  • Grand Rapids / Western Michigan

    Great for scenic views

  • Grand Rapids

    Best Ambiance

  • Grand Rapids

    Innovative

  • Grand Rapids

    Healthy

  • Grand Rapids

    Romantic

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
MDRD offers a "stunning view" and "top-tier" service, perfect for "special occasions." Guests rave about the "delicious" tapas and "creative" cocktails, with standout servers like Terrance and Brenna enhancing the experience. While some diners noted room for improvement in food consistency, the "amazing ambiance" remains a highlight.
2,061 Reviews
  1. Todd

    Detroit1 review

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food is exquisite, as is the service and the view from atop the Amway Grand One of our favorite restaurants.

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  2. Addey

    Grand Rapids / Western Michigan2 reviews

    3.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Took a couple friends from out of town to MDRD after dining there last summer & loving it. Service was great as always but the food quality/flavor has gone down dramatically. My chicken breast looked like it had been boiled, flavor profile was lackluster. Even the tapas we once loved, like the papatas bravas, spiced carrots, & pulpo a la gallega had worse presentation & flat flavor. All things considered, presentation of the food was has changed & become less impressive and appealing, but service, ambiance, & the fun cocktails can make the restaurant more enticing. Don’t think we’ll be back anytime soon, as the prices for the entrees specifically did not match the quality.
    MDRDResponded 4 days ago
    Hello Addey, Thank you for taking the time to give us a review. We appreciate your feedback and will share with the team so that we can improve. We apologize that your meal was lackluster and hope that you will give us another chance in the future.

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  3. Tanya

    San Antonio1 review

    1.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    When someone tells you they can’t eat dairy, and you create food for them with dairy, despite being asked not to, despite booking with that caveat, and despite assurances that the meal was dairy free, that’s out of line. My husband and I both ate nothing else yesterday and waited for that meal with relish. Both of us spent the night in our room in the restroom and up half the night with stomach issues that I 100 percent recognize as dairy issues. I did NOT appreciate spending $200 for a meal only to be sick the entire evening.

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  4. Mindy

    Toronto / Ontario16 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food and service was amazing, definitely recommend and would return if in the area again.
    MDRDResponded 4 days ago
    Thank you for the nice review, Mindy! It was our pleasure to host you and we look forward to welcoming you back again, soon!

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  5. Medvin

    Grand Rapids / Western Michigan7 reviews

    2.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 2
    Visited MDRD 4 times in 3 years. Every time, food variety, quality and taste gets worst and worst. People visit there with shorts and hoody's and sandals (this is not a beach fast food place)!!!!. Too expensive for poor quality food. Drinks are good though.
    MDRDResponded 4 days ago
    Hello Medvin, Thank you for taking the time to review us. We sincerely apologize that for the poor food experience that you had with us. We will share your feedback with our team so that we can make improvements and provide our guests with the best experience possible. We truly hope you will give us another chance in the future so we can provide you with a 5 star experience.

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  6. Alexander

    Grand Rapids / Western Michigan1 review

    5.0

    Dined on May 11, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It was great! Our server Brenna was engaging and attentive. Food was delicious. Ambience was great!
    MDRDResponded 7 days ago
    Thank you for the kind review, Alexander! We will pass on your kind review to Brenna! We look forward to welcoming you back, soon!

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  7. Tania

    Grand Rapids / Western Michigan1 review

    4.0

    Dined on May 10, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Place was great, service outstanding, drinks perfect the food and appetizers were good, I would like to all was good except the salmon dish (unfortunately) this dish was selected by most of the guests I had as was one of the choice suggested by the restaurant but it was really salty so I would suggest mention this to the chef, it can be improved. Side note: what about adding paella no the menu ? We are from Spain and when you think about Madrid Paella is one of the main dishes I would add to my table at anytime 🙂 see you soon
    MDRDResponded on May 10, 2025
    Hello Tania, We are so happy that you joined us. We apologize that the salmon was not prepared to your liking. We appreciate your feedback and will share with the team. We look forward to welcoming you back soon! All the best!

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  8. Brian

    Grand Rapids / Western Michigan6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 9, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was exceptional, as always, which is why we keep coming back. Brandon was terrific, I recommend him as a server.
    MDRDResponded 7 days ago
    Hello Brian, Thank you for the nice review! We appreciate your support and look forward to welcoming you again, soon!

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  9. Bart

    Grand Rapids / Western Michigan3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 8, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My wife and I visited MDRD to celebrate our 30th wedding anniversary. Atmosphere and service were amazing. Our waitress, Anna, was excellent. Helped with choosing a bottle of wine and a couple of small plates. We had the octopus and crispy sunchokes. Both were delicious. For entrees, my wife had the scallops and I had the Waygu steak. Scallops were very good. I felt like the steak was a little under seasoned, but still very tasty. We shared the chocolate soufflé for dessert and it was excellent. The atmosphere and the view were great. Prices are high, but it was a special experience.
    MDRDResponded on May 9, 2025
    Bart, We are so pleased that you and your wife joined us to celebrate your milestone Anniversary! Thank you for the kind review. We hope you will join us again, soon. Happy 30th Anniversary!

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  10. Precious

    Memphis/West TN7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 3, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our experience at MDRD Grand Rapids was absolutely amazing! From the stunning atmosphere to the exceptional service, everything was top-tier. Our host, Terrance, was incredibly knowledgeable about the menu and made us feel right at home. He went above and beyond to ensure everything was perfect as we celebrated my graduation, and it truly made the evening unforgettable. Highly recommend for any special occasion or just a memorable night out.
    MDRDResponded on May 5, 2025
    Precious, Congratulations on your huge accomplishment! We are so happy that you chose to celebrate with us! We look forward to welcoming you back soon!

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MDRD is rated 4.6 stars by 2061 OpenTable diners.

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Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 21 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for MDRD

187 Monroe Ave NW, Grand Rapids, MI 49503

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Grand Rapids
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Tue–Thu 4:30 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:30 pm–11:00 pm
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Spanish
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Parking is available in the Amway Grand Plaza parking garage. Restaurant guests are provided a 50% discounted validation.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Kyle Tilstra
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Private Room, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
  • Private party facilities
    Ignite your evening in the lively atmosphere of MDRD as you savor modern Spanish entrées, tantalizing shareables, decadent desserts and drink in the Grand Rapids skyline. Join us on the 27th floor of the Amway Grand Plaza and revel in the rhythm of Madrid.
  • Private party contact
    Sarina Charif: (616) 776-3233
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