Paz Pub and Grill

Paz Pub & Grill brings Filipino and Latin American cooking to a pub setting on Maple Street in Big Rapids, run by owner Paz, who cooks much of the menu herself. Chicken and pork adobo anchor the menu, alongside chicken and pork pancit noodles piled high enough that portions come up again and again in reviews. Lumpia and halo-halo round out the Filipino side of the menu, while the bar keeps a full selection of beer and simple cocktails for anyone who wants a more familiar pub night. Regulars come back for the pancit specifically, and the restaurant has become a known gathering spot for Filipino students at Ferris State University looking for a taste of home. A fenced courtyard gives the pub outdoor seating in warmer months, and karaoke nights draw a lively crowd inside. For anyone exploring Big Rapids beyond the usual chain restaurants, Paz Pub & Grill offers a taste of the Philippines in the middle of Mecosta County.