Miss Turnstiles in Grand Rapids? We now know what’s moving into the former music venue, bar, and restaurant! Before we get into what’s coming next, here’s a quick refresher on what used to be there.
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Turnstiles: A Quick Look Back
Turnstiles opened at 526 Stocking Ave. NW in spring 2021, taking over a space that previously housed Joe V’s Sports Bar and Palace of India. The bar was owned by Grand Rapids native Robert Schellenberg, who envisioned the spot as a home base for local musicians and service industry workers.
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The venue featured a small stage, open mic nights, trivia, and a rotating mix of live performances.
Why Turnstiles Closed
In July, Turnstiles announced it would be closing its doors. In a message shared on social media, the owners cited rising costs, a changing market, and a deal to secure the property that ultimately fell through as the reasons behind the closure.
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Now, the Stocking Avenue space has a new tenant lined up. For anyone hoping live music would return to the building, you’re in luck! Restaurateur Rob Wahl—who also owns The Win Tavern in Jenison and Bridge Street Bar in Grand Rapids—is behind what’s moving in next, marking his second West Side bar…