Russo Ristorante-Mercato 350 84th Street Southwest, Byron Center, MI 49315

"We had a table of six people for lunch and the service was great. My daughter noticed how often the hostess had cleaned the front door glass and entrance way floor why we were there which is reassuring that cleanliness is important to them and their customer's first impression. To the right is the mercato or market, and to the left the restaurant and bar. The food was good, and everyone seemed to enjoy their entrees, however the menu was absent of some staple Italian baked classics Russo's had in their past locations, like manicotti and lasagna. They recently opened and said they will have those items added later. The entree portions were generous. Great wine selection too. The atmosphere is a more contemporary or modern look versus an old world Italian setting."

"The staff here is trained very well, and they all have a very polite demeanor. The Mercato has a great selection of wines and they are not short of samples so you can taste before you buy! I should add, its refreshing to be able to buy pasta with just 2 ingredients. The restaurant... wow. The Gnocchi was delicious and made perfectly and my Diavola Pizza was also top-tier. Proud to be able to support the Russo heritage!"

"The Russo Family is a class act! We loved everything about our visit including Mr Russo taking the time to stop by and chat with us. The staff was great, the food was on point! It is great to see a family owned and run restaurant like this and they do it with class!"

"For the restaurant, the food was outstanding, fresh, and so tasty. A great addition to the Italian dining scene in the Grand Rapids area. The Grocery section has a huge selection of Italian deli, pasta, balsamic vinegars, and more. Wine selection is vast and not just limited to Italian varietals. This is a wonderful addition to the area."