Who We Are

The front room inside Early Bird Cafe.

Your neighborhood spot for fresh food and great company! From morning coffee and pastries to hearty sandwiches. We take pride in using local ingredients to support our community and bring you the best seasonal offerings.

More than just a restaurant, we’re a gathering place—whether you’re stopping by for a quick bite, catching up with friends, or joining one of our weekly events. Come in, grab a seat, and make yourself at home!

Someone pouring an iced latte in a glass.

Our Food

We started with breakfast favorites, and are hoping to bringing in an all day menu. Whether you're craving something warm and comforting or light and fresh, we’ve got you covered.

We also offer vegan and gluten-free options, so there’s something for everyone at the table. Our food is made to feel like a casual, home-cooked meal—simple, delicious, and always welcoming.

We love making great food, but what we’re really passionate about is creating a warm, welcoming space where our community can gather, relax, and enjoy good company.

From hosting events to sharing local artists, we love to find ways to make all our neighbors feel like they are a part of our community here at Early Bird.

  • Yes! Our food and bakery offerings include gluten free and vegan options.

  • We are working on extending our hours to include evenings. Hopefully by late 2025 we will be offering all day food options!

  • We are happy to work with a local service to compost all of our leftover food waste to make our kitchen run as sustainably as we can.

  • Yes! besides Early Bird we also have Little Bird, our bistro and bar located in downtown Grand Rapids. Also, right across the street from Early Bird is our Detroit style pizza shop, Quarintino’s.