The Candied Yam
The Candied Yam is a soul food restaurant in Grand Rapids, Michigan, serving meals made from scratch with fresh ingredients.
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- Grand Rapids, MI, USUnited States
The Candied Yam is a soul food restaurant in Grand Rapids, Michigan, serving meals made from scratch with fresh ingredients.
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Join The Candied Yam’s 932 Campaign to support our brand-new location! Celebrate with us as we expand our reach, bringing delicious comfort food to more communities.
Elevate your next event with The Candied Yam’s exceptional catering services. From intimate gatherings to large celebrations, our delicious comfort food will delight your guests. Explore our catering menu and book your unforgettable dining experience today!
Experience the perfect blend of dining and entertainment with The Candied Yam’s Dinner and Show Collection. Explore our curated selection of events pairing delicious meals with live performances for a memorable evening out. Discover our upcoming shows and reserve your seats today!
Premium Seat to Show at DeVos Performance Hall Delightful Southern Dinner served at 6:15 PM
Join us in bringing fresh, scratch made soul food, rich in heritage, no preservatives or additives ever to our community!
Join The Candied Yam team and be part of a passionate crew dedicated to serving delicious southern cuisine. Explore exciting career opportunities in a vibrant and welcoming environment. Apply today and help us bring joy to every meal!
Discover the latest promotions and upcoming events at The Candied Yam! Stay updated on special offers and fun activities that bring our community together. Don’t miss out on the excitement—join us for a memorable dining experience!
Discover the story behind The Candied Yam, where passion for delicious comfort food meets a commitment to community. Learn about our history, values, and the dedicated team that brings our unique dining experience to life. Get to know us and our mission to serve you better.
We are a popular, niche, boutique, restaurant, named one of the Top 50 Places to eat at in Grand Rapids and patronized by more than 700 guests per week. Reach a diverse market with our large lead board positioned next to our menu for maximum exposure. PLUS an additional 8 televisions are placed throughout the restaurants
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Reach out to The Candied Yam with any questions or feedback. Our team is here to assist you with reservations, catering inquiries, or any other needs. Contact us today and let us help you plan your next dining experience!
The Candied Yam's delicious soul food recipes are rich in heritage and prepared with fresh ingredients and many local products and resources available here in the Midwest Region. Made with love in our kitchens!
The Candied Yam’s new Division Avenue location in Grand Rapids experienced vandalism around midnight on September 21, 2024. Police apprehended a male suspect shortly after the incident. The restaurant continues operations despite the damage, emphasizing resilience in its recent expansion.
Sep 2024mliveNews article
The Candied Yam in Grand Rapids stays open despite vandalism, with windows and doors broken earlier in the day. Local community members support the business amid the incident. The restaurant continues operations despite property damage.
Sep 2024WOODTV.comNews article
A soul food restaurant expands to Grand Rapids with its second location, following its first opening in Kentwood in 2016. The business continues to grow its presence in West Michigan by adding a new dining spot.
Jun 2024mliveNews article
Candied Yam is opening a second Grand Rapids location in a building that had been vacant for 12 years. The new storefront will bring the brand’s signature sweet potato-based treats to a new neighborhood on S. Division Avenue. The development marks the culmination of years of planning for the local dessert business.
Jun 2024WOODTV.comNews article