Downtown Grand Rapids is losing another eatery. In 2025 alone, we’ve already said goodbye to Pochis Colombian Café, House of Wine, Beacon Corner Bar, and Local Mocha.
Now, a joint that describes itself as a “fine dive bar” is closing its doors.
The Foolery first opened at 10 Ionia Ave. at the end of 2023. It replaced the short-lived Wahlburgers in the same space.
The whimsical, nostalgic joint served up Detroit-style pizza, salads, and a variety of appetizers like Birria egg rolls, fried pickles, wings, pork belly bao bun, hot honey bread, plus seasonal specials. Their drink menu leaned just as playful, with creative craft cocktails, local beer, cider, wine, and champagne.
Owner Spencer Raymond runs another restaurant that’s also inside the Residence Inn by Marriott—Social Misfits. And it sounds like focusing on the brand’s other eateries is the reason The Foolery is closing…