Russ's is a locally owned and operated chain of restaurants in West Michigan with a subtle Dutch theme. This review is for the Russ's on M-120 / E. River Rd at the “Fremont” exit just north of Muskegon Michigan off US 31.
We have eaten at this location for some time, and have visited other Russ's along the lakeshore as well over the years, and all are fairly consistent. The staff is always friendly and the service is good.
Russ's pre-prepared foods are made at the big commissary in Holland and brought in to each restaurant for final prep and cooking (like soups for example). So the quality is better than most other restaurant chains, and is usually much fresher as well.
What makes Russ's stand out as unique is they have figured out a seasonal menu that makes this restaurant a one stop comfort food spot. In the summer, a steaming bowl of chilli isn't what most people want, and in the middle of winter a cold slice of lemonade pie wouldn't be the thing that hits the spot either. Russ's knows that, and adjusts their menu accordingly. They also have very good senior and kids meals that have some variation with the season.
The only drawback to Russ's is that lovely changing menu. If you are on a diet, there are so many temptations! The food is very rich and the portions do not leave you hungry, so yet another diet danger, but oh so worth it.
As we write this, fall is just around the corner, so we are looking forward to a nice hot bowl of Ruben soup. It's exactly what it sounds like, and really rich and tasty. Last fall our wonderful waitress suggested it, and it has become a favorite.
If you find yourselves heading up north to see the colors, or heading to the sand dunes in the summer, stop by Russ's with the whole family and give it a try. Meals are in the 5-12 dollar range (depending on what you order and if its lunch or dinner) so you can feed the whole clan without breaking the bank. But go hungry.
The Russ's reviewed here can be found at:
1499 E. River Road
Muskegon, MI 49445
Phone: 231 744-4856
6:00 am to 10:00 pm
Free WiFi
http://www.russrestaurants.com/
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