THE1850ROOM

DOWNTOWN GRAND RAPIDS, MICHIGAN

Where great
conversations
begin.

A place to meet. A reason to stay.
Food, drinks, and good company in the heart of downtown.

53 Monroe Center NWCoffee, small bites & conversation
The 1850 Room bar with warm wood, modern lighting and seatingSIP. SNACK. STAY AWHILE.
A gathering place for every dayA distinctive space for your occasionRooted in Grand Rapids

MAKE YOURSELF AT HOME

Three ways to
experience 1850.

Historic character. Warm wood. Comfortable gathering spaces. Our 3,200-square-foot venue brings people together, whether you’re stopping in or making an evening of it.

01 /

The Bar

Meet. Unwind. Connect.

The social heart of the room. Settle in for food, drinks and conversation, or meet friends after work.

34 guests for private gatherings
02 /

The Social Lounge

Relax. Stay awhile.

Comfortable seating and intimate surroundings for catching up, enjoying coffee, or taking a little time for yourself.

32 guests for private gatherings
03 /

The Meeting Room

A fresh setting for new ideas.

A more private space for presentations, workshops, business meetings, celebrations and special gatherings.

36 guests for private gatherings

PRIVATE EVENTS

Your gathering.
Our space.
Your moment.

Some moments deserve more than an ordinary room. From business meetings to milestone celebrations, we’ll help you find the right space and setup.

Let’s plan something special
01

Business & connection

Team gatherings, presentations, workshops, networking and client meetings.

02

Celebrations & milestones

Birthdays, anniversaries, showers, reunions and holiday gatherings.

03

Just because

Bring together friends, family or coworkers for food, drinks and conversation.

MAKE THE WHOLE ROOM YOURS

All 3,200 square feet.

Full-venue rental is available. Ask us about private or semi-private spaces, room layouts, food and beverage options, and meeting arrangements.

FROM THE OWNER

A dream built
for the community.

“My hope is that when you walk through our doors, you don’t just see a beautiful room.
You feel like you belong here.”

The 1850 Room started with a dream of creating something special in downtown Grand Rapids—a place where people could come together, feel welcome and make memories.

Norma J. Gordon envisioned a space that felt elevated but comfortable, beautiful but approachable, and versatile enough for everyday life. Morning coffee and conversations. Business meetings and new ideas. Milestones with the people who matter most.

Norma J. Gordon

OWNER, THE 1850 ROOM

Read Norma’s full letter

The 1850 Room started with a dream of creating something special in downtown Grand Rapids—a place where people could come together, feel welcome and make memories.

I wanted to create a space that felt elevated but comfortable, beautiful but approachable, and versatile enough to be part of everyday life.

A place for morning coffee, Small bites and conversations.

A place for business meetings and new ideas.

A place to celebrate milestones with the people who matter most.

A place to meet friends after work, relax and simply enjoy the moment.

The 1850 Room has been a labor of love from the very beginning. Every decision, every detail and every step have been made with the hope of creating a space that people will feel proud to call one of their favorite places downtown.

My hope is that when you walk through our doors, you don’t just see a beautiful room.

You feel like you belong here.

Thank you for being part of the beginning of this journey.

I can’t wait to welcome you to The 1850 Room.

— Norma J. Gordon Owner, The 1850 Room

WE’LL SAVE YOU A SEAT

Meet us on
Monroe Center.

53 Monroe Center NW
Grand Rapids, MI 49503
Get directions

Street parking and nearby parking ramps.
Accessible entrance.

616-278-3122
1850room@gmail.com

Make time for 1850.

Sunday–Wednesday8 AM–9 PM
Thursday–Saturday8 AM–11 PM

Morning coffee. Afternoon catch-ups.
Evenings worth lingering over.

The entrance at 53 Monroe Center NW

LET’S BRING PEOPLE TOGETHER

Tell us what
you have in mind.

Share a few details about your gathering. We’ll discuss space, setup, pricing and availability with you.

Prefer to talk? Call 616-278-3122.

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