The Candied Yam

The Candied Yam Delightful Southern Cuisine is a beloved soul food restaurant located at 2305 44th Street Southeast in Grand Rapids, Michigan. Founded by Jessica Ann Tyson in August 2016, this rustic boutique restaurant has become one of West Michigan's top dining destinations, earning recognition as one of the Top 50 Places to Eat in Grand Rapids. The menu features authentic Southern comfort food prepared from scratch using fresh ingredients and many local products from the Midwest region. Signature dishes include the famous Soul Food Wrap, creamy scratch-made macaroni and cheese, crispy country fried chicken, golden fried catfish, smothered pork chops with rich gravy, meatloaf, fresh black-eyed peas, and tender collard greens. The restaurant also offers sweet potato cornbread muffins that have become a customer favorite, along with down-home style desserts. Vegetarian and vegan options are available, ensuring everyone can enjoy the authentic flavors. The Candied Yam also operates 'The Venue,' a fully equipped event space perfect for intimate dinner parties to large corporate events. The restaurant offers catering services, call-ahead ordering, and a rewards program where guests can earn points for free meals and special promotions. Open for lunch and dinner, this family-friendly establishment brings genuine Southern hospitality to the Grand Rapids community.