Early American Cuisine, Timeless Warm Hospitality
Scholar is a wedding rehearsal dinner venue in Grand Rapids, MI. This restaurant offers a variety of private dining options within its timeless and elegant interiors. The team at Scholar places an emphasis on exceptional service and warm hospitality. They are passionate about intertwining the history and tradition of American cuisine into their gourmet menus and delicious drink offerings.
The restaurant is set within a three-story building, originally constructed in the 1880s. Scholar has reimagined the space while maintaining many of its original features, such as the hardwood floors and tin ceilings. The team welcomes celebrations of up to 200 guests by offering a selection of private dining spaces. Intimate celebrations take place within The Bookends. This well-appointed room welcomes up to 19 guests. The Study is a relaxed, speakeasy-style lounge. It accommodates 30 seated guests and 40 for a cocktail reception. Scholar’s largest dining room is The Parlor. Its high ceilings, skylight windows, and twelve-seater bar make it ideal for celebrations of up to 75 guests. The venue is available for private hire across its three floors, granting you and 200 guests access to its comfortable and elegant rooms.
Scholar offers a variety of private dining options, and its events concierge is on hand to help you plan each element of the celebration. They will be delighted to assist in choosing menus, selecting wine pairings, and sourcing any equipment or decorations required for your event. The restaurant has high-quality AV equipment, including a DJ booth and audio connections. The venue’s dedicated staff will be available throughout your rehearsal dinner, offering high-quality food and bartending services.
