We had such a fun family day at Binder Park Zoo! This was my little man’s very first zoo experience, and he loved looking around at all the animals. We were lucky that so many of them were out and active, which made it extra exciting. The highlight for us was definitely the safari section—feeding the giraffes is such a unique and memorable experience. Our little guy wasn’t quite ready to feed them himself (maybe next time! 😅), but he loved watching mom and dad do it. The train ride out to the safari was nice, though we did have to wait a bit since only one was running, but it wasn’t too bad. After exploring, we decided to walk back instead of waiting again, which was a nice option to have. We also really appreciated the wide variety of animals and how much space the zoo has. It does mean a bit more walking compared to some other zoos, but it makes the exhibits feel more open and enjoyable. Visiting on a Friday morning was perfect since it wasn’t busy at all, which gave us plenty of time and space to enjoy everything. Overall, we had a wonderful time and can’t wait to come back when our little man is a bit older to experience it all over again. Highly recommend Binder Park Zoo for families looking for a fun day out!

First time visiting this zoo, we had a such a great time! We got to interact with giraffes, which are my favorite, and my kids love the train ride. Everything was very clean, and the staff was super friendly and helpful. The walk through all the nature was perfect and we really enjoyed the whole experience. The dinosaur section is a must for families with young kids, they will love it! We’ll definitely be back.

My recent visit to Binder Park Zoo was a blast, and I highly recommend it! The park is a good size, with a great variety of animals to see. I was thrilled to feed a cassowary and a giraffe, was a cool experience. ​Beyond the animal exhibits, the zoo offers some fantastic activities. I had a great time on the obstacle course, which was a blast for an extra $17. The carousel was a fun classic touch, too. ​Overall, it was a fantastic day out. The zoo is well-maintained, the animals are impressive, and the extra activities make it even more enjoyable.

We are a family with young kids and this experience was a blast. It’s not like some zoos where all animals are sleeping or in the back being fed. The bears, lions, giraffe , etc were all active. The giraffe exhibit was nearly a safari park type set up where we could feed them for $2 … super fun and highly recommend!

Great place, especially during the week it’s less crowded. It’s nice that the animals there have decent sized areas for them to roam ( if you compare it to spaces like the Detroit zoo). Not as many animals, but more open views as opposed to looking through plexiglass to view them. The lion training experience is great to do; the lions are awake and actively roaming. It’s not by the freeway, letting you enjoy more sounds of nature and the animals.

We thoroughly enjoyed the visit. We also had some really good conversations with the staff. We took our time and spent about 4 hours just walking around and seeing the exhibits. It was really cool being able to see the animals up close, especially in the Africa area. Would highly recommend a visit.

Binder Park is a nice place to take small children. Not a zoo I would travel from another state for though. Great for kids between 1 and 6. They have a nice dinosaur area and carousel. They also have a giraffe feeding platform that's cool. The new Skylark ropes course/zip line is super cool. My 4 yr old nephew loved the Little Lark course. The courses are not included with general admission. Overall, it's a fun day for little kids. The grounds are in need of attention. It isn't awful, but landscaping and general maintenance seems to be lacking.

Loved it! Very peaceful place to visit when you're in town! Loved the wooden sculptures!! Definitely worth the time to visit!

I really love coming here in spring, summer, and fall. Very pretty area that is well maintained and sometimes they have events going on. This place is great for photography!

This was a nice accessible place to visit with our handicapped son. The paves paths and grassy areas let us wheel him wherever we wanted. The Fantasy Forest was a hoot. Many of the signs telling what type of trees are there were damaged or missing.

Amazing place for families, concerts, and relaxation. I went there during New Wave Art & Music Festival and it was amazing!

Went to throw the disc golf course! Can't wait to go see the rest of the place!

A wonderful find on our way home one day! Beautiful, can't wait to go back when we have more time!

You can visit the Leila Arboretum/ Fantasy Forest for free. It has large tree sculptures & lots of walking paths. It is dog friendly (on a leash).

Highly recommended. Best place to learn about the history of Adventist church. There are some many unique items that we found in the different buildings. It’s a great place for kids as well.

I had a really great experience it was very informative and some really cool things to see in the houses it made me feel like stepping back in time

It was definitely an interesting tour and experience. The grounds are definitely needing some work. The homes need some restoration on the exterior parts. The tour guide could have been a little more interesting. Perhaps dress in character and have lines memorized instead of reading from books. All and all, not a bad experience!

It wasn't open. The sign said to be back at 10, and we went at 2. Online said it was open till 4 pm.

Historic buildings of the Adventist pioneers - Ellen & James White, Megan, Daigneau, etc. The Welcoming Center also has a book shop with historical SDA publications.

Interested in history And how health reform progressed in America? Want to know about one of the greatest cereal makers ever known? Interested in How the Seventh Day Adventist church combined health reform with religion? Then you should definitely come here and get some of everything. The tour guide was very informal and friendly and let us take lots of pictures and try some of the exhibits. It's like a tiny science center for health with all of the interactive exhibits.

Wow what a wonderful time we had. Our study group decided to take a field trip to see Adventist Village. It was a beautiful day we ate lunch on picnic tables and went on our tour. The tour was free, and they had volunteers that dressed up in the time period of the late 1800s. They gave tours of all the different buildings and the history that came from them. I would highly recommend calling ahead and scheduling a free tour to see this historic place, you will enjoy it!

How often do you find a grocery store where you can drink beer while you shop? Not to mention an airplane hanging from the ceiling. I love the variety of the market here and all of the international items you can find. I get some Japanese drinks, Indian curries and pasta noodles here that I like. They also have an amazing craft beer selection. It's worth a visit just to wander around and look if you've never been.

Horrock is so unique. Remind me of open markets in Asia and Latin America but much nicer. Because many items can be bought by weight and the varieties are different than your typical grocery store. Many local Michigan products that I don't see anywhere else, especially craft beer. They sell game meat here too. You can get elk and bison and alligator if you want, but they are not cheap. Have to come check it out if you are nearby. It is hard to describe it

Huge place with a nice selection. I love getting my veggies from here when Im traveling fro the other side of the state. I wish there was one in Flint.

I really like this store. The ambiance is nice. The flowers are pretty. And the array of things you can buy is unmatched. Walking around with a beer while shopping, excellent! The olive oil selection, sea food, scores of bakery goods, salad bar, all the things! 💥 However, my only concern is the bathroom. Those are dimly lit and are in need of* A LOT* of ATTENTION & SEVERE INTENSE DEEP CLEANING. I like how there’s toilet seat covers. But I will not regale you with the repulsive details in the stall I went in. Not a good look. Especially, with such a great store. This was not their finest moment. 💥 I sincerely hope that it gets much needed attention. I’ll try to not have to use that part of the store upon my next return visit.

What do crocodile, beer on tap, dozens of homemade soups, dragon fruit, camel, 7 kinds of sweet potatoes, oil and vinegar on tap, F-R-O-G Jam, a garden center, wraps and sandwiches, sushi, groceries, live music, pickled beets, exotic mushrooms and venison have in common? You can find them all at Horrocks. A new kind of shopping experience, like a farmers market meets a Whole Foods, meets a Nursery, meets a pub.

Horrocks Market in Battle Creek, is truly a gem! From the moment you walk in, you’re greeted with an incredible selection of fresh produce, specialty foods, wine, beer, and unique items you won’t find anywhere else. The staff is always friendly and helpful, and the store itself is clean, organized, and full of charm. Whether you’re shopping for everyday groceries, grabbing a fresh coffee or popcorn, or exploring their amazing variety of products, it’s always a fun experience. Horrocks is hands down one of the best markets around!

Huge store with multiple choices of almost all food groups,fresh produce,soup bar,craft beers! Friendly,helpful staff

I appreciate the lifeguards being attentive, but where is the maintenance ? We were there as it opened and the bathrooms were dirty with trash in them a lot of bird poop on the walkways that could have been hosed down easily. A lot of the small kids area is broken and has been for years by the look of it. After driving an hour I will probably try somewhere else before making this trip again. We had fun until someone did something in the pool and it was all shut down for 30-40 minutes, which I understand but at that point we decided to start the trip home.

This is a fun place to spend an afternoon with friends. I usually go a few times each summer! It's a great place for a group of friends to all spend the day together. The water is clean, lots of lifeguards and food is very reasonablsplashes! 2 slides, big pool, and a small splash area that it zero entry for the younger splashers! My only complaint is the lack of enough tubes on a busy day!

we took some students from Godfrey Lee middle school in grand rapids, mi and they loved it, I used to go with with the students from the after school years ago at another district, great time for kids, cost is good food is good, good place to enjoy with the family

Overall a great time. We had to wait in line because they were at max capacity when we arrived around 130 on a Tuesday. It was our first time and we didn't know about the bogo deal, maybe that is why they were packed to the rim. There was still plenty of room for our three pack and the smaller area was perfect sized for my 3 year old. The bathrooms could have been tended to more often, there was toilet paper all on the floor, but they were okay. Free lockers if available, even if they are a little rusty. The concessions weren't badly priced and there were a good amount of tables/seating/picnic tables. We did not get a tube, but there were a lot of people with them.

I took my kids here on a weekday. It was so much fun!! My kids are 8 & 10 so they are big enough to go down the water slides. The staff were friendly and really watch out for the safety of everyone in the water.

This was a small, but fun water park, especially for the elementary age kids. My 3-yr old wasn't tall enough for the two big water slides, but did have fun in the little play structure in the zero entry shallow area. One slide was for tubes and the other for one-person only. The single tubes were free to use, but the double tubes required a rental-deposit of $5. This seemed strange, and even after I got one, quickly decided it probably wasn't worth it. Also, though we had wrist bands to connect us to our double tube, I don't think everyone knew that they were a rental, and when we walked away from our tube, it disappeared and we never found it again. Thankfully, the park gave us our full deposit back. When the kids got cold or bored in the big pool and water slides, they had a few other activities to try out, like the water balloon launcher (normally an extra cost, but the indoor pool was closed on the day we went, so they gave everyone a free bucket of water balloons). There was also the crank-water game that dumps water on the person that cranks the slowest. I didn't get a picture of these, and I don't know if they are always there, but they had an inflatable bounce house and double slide. The kids--even the 3-yr old-- had a blast on these. The kids had a lot of fun, and would consider coming back maybe when the 3yr old is tall enough to ride on the slides.

The place is awesome! I use the gym more than the water park but I love how close it is to work and home. The staff are always super friendly and helpful.

We LOVE Steves Pizza! We always buy an extra one because it's even better eating the next day- I eat it cold right out of the fridge because if I wait the kids pounce and it's gone. Lol the BEST pizza place in Battle Creek, Marshall, Albion, Kalamazoo, Portage, Urbandale, Galesburg, Springfield, Bedford areas... if you are within an hour of this place: make the drive: it's totally worth it! Just with we could get it delivered and we'd order it like twice a week!

Stopped in from out of town based on reviews.. First impression was the young lady working the counter, she was amazing. Super friendly, seemed like she actually liked being there and was not just interested in taking my order and getting me out of there. What a pleasant surprise this was; customer service at it's best. Hats off to whoever raised her, they did a fantastic job. Next up the pizzas, we got 2 ten inch pies, figured 1 for each of us. First mistake, these things were HEAVY and loaded with toppings, and had a substantial crust, waaaaay too much for us to finish. We made it close to halfway, guess we have leftovers today. We got the Brick and our take on a Hawaiian, both were vert good, ingredients tasted fresh, crust was cooked just right with a slight char, there was A LOT of cheese, maybe a bit too much for my wifes liking. Next time will ask for light cheese, but I know most people like a lot of cheese, just putting it out there. Overall, this place is SOLID, and I'm glad we went. Prices were fair too.. CARRYOUT only. Quoted 30 minutes, went back in 35 and it was ready. Go get you sum

Love the pizza joint the best pizza The brick is my favorite of them all if u never had them go today get the brick pizza I've been a fan since 2002

Steve's pizza was delicious. I ordered the 12 inch brick. Which has many kinds of meat. Pepperoni, sausage, ham, bacon... They only do take out. There is not a dining room

We've been ordering Steve's Pizza for 13 years and it's absolutely the best! We moved from Lansing and we're looking for a local pizza place similar to our favorite there. Steve's was recommended to us and our search ended after the first bite. We love the pizza (obviously) but we can't place an order without getting bread sticks, too!

Steve's is always excellent, and you can feed 5 adults for two days on a couple of their 16" pizzas. Just be aware they are carry-out only and ordering ahead is strongly advised as they get real busy during dinner hours.

Best pizza i have ever had. Been going here for close to 30 years. Everyone is very friendly. It is take out only.

Even though the parking lot was packed and the place had a lot of customers I still got a table quickly and my food didn't take long to come either. The skillet was huge and came out in a pan (as pictured) it was awesome. 10/10 would recommend

Very nice Cafe that is obviously popular because the place was packed. That's always a good sign! I had a traditional breakfast and my wife ordered a skillet. My breakfast was very good, but that skillet was the best. Definitely ordering that next time. We also had the stuffed French Toast. It was stuffed with cream cheese and topped with blue berries, strawberry and whipped cream. The cream cheese is just a block and is kind of odd. I suggest mixing the cream cheese with vanilla pudding or powdered sugar to make more of a cream filling. That would be amazing. Also have to give them props for having Pepsi products. Definitely adding this place to my #PepsiStops

Second time here in about a year as we are from Lansing area. Had breakfast both times and we are impressed. Food was excellent, hot and good price and portions. I had a skillet with 4 eggs and I could not finish it all. My wife had bacon, eggs and pancakes and she also had to take some home. There was a wait of about 20 minutes and I hate waits but I think this was worth it. The waitress was always checking on us even though it was busy and kept the coffee full. We spent $25 before tip and we got our money's worth. We will be back next time we are in the area. We highly suggest you try it out and Think you will be pleased!

Introduced to me by my sister and brother-in-law, this restaurant is deceptively unassuming looking both outside and in. Though it looks modest, the food and wait staff are anything but. I've been here three times (all for breakfast) now and can say that on each visit our server was polite and attentive. The menu has a wide selection of meals, especially breakfast. There are omelettes, scramblers, skillets, sandwiches, four different types of eggs Benedict and from the griddle, a tasty variety of pancakes, French toast, waffles and crepes. Everything we've ordered has been excellent. I've had the Mexican skillet, Irish and house (pictured) omelets and have been pleased with all of them. I've chosen pancakes twice instead of toast and they are awesome. If you're in the area and hungry I would highly recommend.

Our favorite breakfast place. Wait, staff is amazing. Great food, great prices & good portions. There's a bit of a wait sometimes.

Right off the highway. Excellent breakfast but super busy all the time. Everything we ate was great and service was very good. Waiting for a table can take quite a while, even on a weekday. Parking lot needs fixing like most Michigan roads.

Not a bad place for a fast meal. Eggs Benedict was good. Did find a few egg shells in the dish so that is why the food rating wasn’t higher. Pancakes were good. Very busy but service was excellent.

This was our first time here. The food was good and the people were really nice. We had Chicken Fettuccine and the salmon from the Senior meal and the potato Leek soup was great 👍

This lunch spot was recommended. This was our first visit, but we’ll be back. Soup and sandwich was just right for a light meal. We arrived at an off-peak time so it was quiet. Seems like a great place to meet up with friends.

I can’t say enough good things about Lucky Roosters! The food is absolutely phenomenal—packed with flavor and always cooked to perfection. Every dish I've tried has been a hit. The atmosphere is warm, welcoming, and has such a great vibe that makes you want to stay longer. On top of that, the staff are incredibly sweet and attentive, making every visit feel special. Highly recommend this spot if you’re looking for delicious food and amazing service!

Me and my partner have been coming here for 3 years now at least once a month and every single time it has been the best experience. Great atmosphere and the food is the BEST in Battle Creek, in my opinion. Our usual waitress/bartender makes the best Honey Spiced Bourbons. Her name is Haidyn and she is the best waitress we’ve had! Also, Hats off to the new chief! It was a pleasure to meet him in person and excited for the dishes he comes up with!

Food was delicious, the staff courteous and friendly, and even just looking thru the menu was a surprisingly delightful experience. Give them a try!

Quick and friendly service. The BEST chicken salad I have ever had. And an excellent Caesar salad!! Very high quality freshly made ingredients.

Had a great night out with the family. The staff was friendly and attentive. We told our sever this was our first time and the manager came out later to welcome us. Food was delicious. The Chicken Marsala was especially tasty and the chicken wasn't dry! Atmosphere was better than average. I liked how there is a lot of room between tables so you aren't forced to overhear your neighbors.

Kitchen Proper has a cool vibe, the open kitchen was clean and not overly noisy. Our server was great. The food, I'd skip the crab cakes, they are very small for the price and just "okay", the crispy brussel spouts were great, the mushroom soup was wonderful, the both the salmon and halibut risottos were a little over cooked. Our desserts were very good. I gave them 4 stars for the food because it was a mixed bag.

The chef at this restaurant is the kind of chef that you want to prepare every meal you eat. We are traveling and found this restaurant on our last night in Battlecreek/Kalamazoo. Had we found this restaurant our first night, we would've eaten here every night. I had the Chopped Salad, Mushroom Risotto, Chocolate Decatance dessert. I'm Gluten Free, and they had GF crackers, GF bread, and made sure my meal was GF. My husband had the pork loin and he loved it. My food was so delicious. If I could've licked my plate with others not seeing, I would have. This spot is a must stop for anyone that wants to eat a wonderfully professional meal. I need to also mention our server was one of the most sincere, knowledgeable, and attentive that we have ever had in all our years. We hope this review helps you to visit this special place.

Great place in Battle Creek for the finer things in life. Everything from the menu changing, to rare appetizers, to smoked cheese and cocktails! The place is a honeyhole for success. Great seating in and out back! The food and drinks are always on par. Tonight I had the 6 oz Waygu with Asparagus and Mashed Potatoes, medium. We will always be back.

We had a nice meal on the patio and our server was friendly and attentive. Reservations highly recommended. Desserts are delicious, but I don’t understand the chocolate syrup with everything (key lime pie and carrot cake).

Amazing food and service! Waitress was super kind, sociable, and had excellent menu recommendations! While their pastas/staple dishes are great I definitely recommend trying their features, the creativity and passion that the chefs hold absolutely shows in every dish.

This gem is nestled in Battle Creek MI downtown between several other sub par restaurants. I'm so happy that I decided to finally try this place. Atmosphere is warm and inviting, drinks were amazing. I had some Rum walnut drink that was absolutely the best. The food didn't disappoint. I had the venison fettuccine, and the meat so tender and delicious. The Ceasar salad was top notch, and the Gouda cheese dip was the perfect mix of smoke filled flavor with a hint of sweet heat. Normally I raven to the principle or rustica in Kalamazoo to eat, but I am very thankful to find out Battle Creek has a restaurant on par with those fine establishments.

Good restaurant for Battle Creek, several interesting chef's specials and unusual cocktails. Small restaurant with what feels like quality ingredients that gets quite noisy when busy. Helpful and gracious, (if a bit too busy) staff. I'd go again next time I'm in Battle Creek.

See 2-8-24 Update at bottom: (4.5 Stars) Excellent food I would have given 5 stars however the chicken was on the bland side. She uses high-grade all white meat. I just wish it had more flavor substance to it. Everything else does an excellent job of carrying the chicken, from the seemingly house made Ramen noodles to the flavor-packed curry sauce. Excellent fresh ingredients apparently at play here! 2024 UPDATE Loss a star. I alway base my ratings upon value. Value=[Quality/Cost]. Even though there was a small slip in quality from very little chicken inclusion, it still was very tasty. The issue came from the reduced quantity and increased cost. This $10 bowl end up costing over $17 without tip. See pictures.

It's real easy to drive by the restaurant if you're not looking for it. When I entered the restaurant, it didn't give me that "WOW" effect, however the steady stream of customers did! The menu is written nicely on the chalk board and you pick out what you want to eat and they make it for you. The food is delicious. Very seasoned. We ate at the restaurant and my portion was enough for two people. Noodles inside the shrimp egg roll was unexpected. However, it worked! The restaurant is moving to a larger location in April 2020. Stay tuned!

Wish this place wasn't so far from our house. Simply amazing food. Literally every single thing that I have ever ordered from here has been top notch. This will be added to our rotation of top eats in the area.

Always worth the stop when we're in Battle Creek. Lots of vegetarian options. Great Ramen with broth choices. Favorite is the fat tofu veggie egg rolls.

This place is amazing. The food was absolutely delicious. The menu was easy to navigate and the staff were super friendly. Myself and another customer had food allergies and the staff answered all of our questions and made sure we knew what was fried where. They are vegan and vegetarian friendly, which can be hard to find. The restaurant is small and so is the parking lot, which wasn’t a big deal to me. We did notice they will be closed 4/14-4/30/18 for spring cleaning but will be open again in May.

This place is amazing 🤩 very friendly unique food and prices are so reasonable you could eat here everyday and take some home. Highly recommend!

So I loveeee this place! Firstly, the staff is very nice and the owner supports the community. Even though lines can get long, you don't feel rushed. The food is very affordable, they clearly understand our pockets. Then there's the food. I ordered ramen chicken curry , it's the type of food that makes your eyes roll back. You get to add all of your garnishes. I also tried the loaded wontons and that tasted soo good. I can't wait to come back and try more foods!