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City in Michigan, United States
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Big Rapids is a small city in West Michigan. It is the home of Ferris State University.
Drive-in restaurant, not open during winter
Try the seafood chowder, only on Friday nights
The closest to fine dining you're likely to find in Big Rapids, the Blue Cow Cafe offers a wonderfully tasty and varied menu and a fully stocked bar.
The only place to get a gyro in Big Rapids. And while it's not the best gyro I've ever had, it will definitely do.
Horseshoe pits out back
Gerald R. Ford International Airport (GRR), [2]. The airport for Grand Rapids and Kent County with daily flights (sometimes several) from most of the country's major hubs.
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