It may be frigid outside, but things are heating up inside the Grand Rapids Downtown Market this February with the return of Spicy Saturdays.
Every Saturday in February, the Market Hall transforms into a spicy food lover’s dream, featuring sizzling specials and heat-packed dishes from all 21 Market Hall merchants. With a wide range of flavors and spice levels, Spicy Saturdays are designed to offer something for everyone, from mild heat seekers to serious spice enthusiasts.
Guests can enjoy familiar favorites with a kick, like Rák Thai’s Chili Crisp Dumplings, or try something completely new with unique offerings like a Caramel Gochujang Sugar Cookie from Her Daily Bread.
All of the offers include:
Chewie Bitez
• Mangonada Boba Tea
• 2x Spicy Buldak Noodles
Rák Thai
• Chili Crisp Dumplings
• Bangkok Fire Garlic Parmesan Wings
• Spicy Mango Margarita
Spice Merchants
• Fresh Roasted Nuts
Love’s Ice Cream & Chocolate
• Hot Hot Chocolate
• Cinnamon Chili Bon Bon
Go Vegan GR
• Spicy Rotel Dip (Vegan)
• Buffalo Chick’n Egg Rolls (Vegan)
Her Daily Bread
• Caramel Gochujang Sugar Cookie
Juju Bird
• $10 Spicy Chicken Sandwiches (3 flavors)
Sushi Market
• Big Mouth Roll
Gaby’s Gourmandise
• Mangonada Macaron
Dorothy & Tony’s Popcorn
• Scorpion Pepper Kettle Corn
Myanmar Meals
• Myanmar Mohinga
Field & Fire
• Jalapeño Cheddar Bread
• Chorizo Cheddar Croissant
Rudy’s Sub Shop
• Spicy Italian Sub
Sav Sav by Squibb
• Point Reyes Tomarashi
• Spicy Grilled Cheese
• Spicy Peppercorn Paloma
• Spanish Mocha
Fish Lads
• Spicy Soy Glazed Shrimp
Carvers
• Mango Habanero Pulled Pork Sandwich
Tacos El Cuñado
• Spicy Carne Asada Fries
High Tide Soda
• Reed’s Strongest Ginger Beer
Café de Miro
• Harrissa Steak Sandwich
• Hot Honey Chicken Sandwich
Old World Olive Co.
• Spicy Samples & Olive Oil Flight
Curry Leaf
• Rasam Soup
Spicy Saturdays take place February 7, 14, 21, and 28, during regular Downtown Market hours. Guests are encouraged to invite friends and family to explore the entire range of spicy offerings while enjoying the vibrant atmosphere of the Market.
Spicy Saturdays are free to attend, with menu items available for purchase from participating merchants. No tickets or registration are required.
For more information, visit the Market’s website.
