ABOUT US

At Everyday People Cafe our goal is to consistently provide a positive meal experience for our guests. We believe that we achieve this with an innovative menu with suggested wine pairings, utilizing fresh, locally farmed ingredients, served at an affordable price. We have a casual, hip & upbeat atmosphere with a knowledgeable, friendly & approachable staff, who strive to give our guests excellent service. We offer a full service bar and a wine list that features a wide variety of wines by the glass and bottle. Our outdoor seasonal wine garden features “small bites”, libations and live jazz & blues. Everyday People is more than just a name, it's a mindset, it's who we are. We believe that great food and service can be offered in a casual comfortable setting for an appreciable value. Great food without the attitude! Come experience casual dining at it's finest, experience Everyday People Cafe.

The following are a sampling of the various reviews and awards that we have been fortunate to receive. While media recognition has never been our focus, we are flattered & grateful that it creates an awareness & opportunity for us to share our version of an enjoyable meal experience.

NEW YORK TIMES, 2006
"Everyday People Cafe is a crowd pleaser with a remarkable tapas plate"

NEW YORK TIMES, 2008
"Everyday People Cafe is just down from a baseball diamond, but don't let it's surroundings (or the name) lull you to expect ordinary food".

CHICAGO TRIBUNE, 2005
"If you could only have one meal, Everyday People Café in Downtown Douglas. The name suggests a hippie diner, but it's sophisticated, casual, stylish & in all ways first-rate".

GRAND RAPIDS MAGAZINE, 2003-2012
7 time nominee for best restaurant and Winner for Best Restaurant in 2007/2008 & 2011/2012

GRAND RAPIDS MAGAZINE, 2003
"This downtown Douglas restaurant quietly beckons people inside with it's unassuming locale & moniker, then astonishes their palates with innovation".

DEPARTURES MAGAZINE, 2011
"Everyday People Cafe offers dishes that belie it's populist name".

LAKE MAGAZINE, 2005
AWARD WINNER FOR: Best chef, Best appetizer menu, Best dessert menu, Best first date spot, & Best Friday night dinner spot.