Ryke’s Bakery Grand Rapids Opening Set for May 16

Soon those in Grand Rapids won't have to travel as far to get a longtime bakery's tasty treats! Ryke's Bakery is opening up a new location in GR this week!

It has been a staple in West Michigan for more than 80 years. The Ryke family opened the first location in Muskegon in 1937.

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Since then, Ryke's Bakery has expanded to Grand Haven and Holland — and soon to Grand Rapids!

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The chain is now owned by Su Hwan Kim and his wife, Joung Suk, along with their three children. The family says they are committed to preserving the bakery’s traditions and maintaining the quality that has made it a household name for decades.

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Ryke's Grand Haven, Ryke's Muskegon via Facebook

Ryke's Bakery makes baked goodies of all kinds: custom cakes and cupcakes, cheesecakes, doughnuts, pies, dessert bars, and cookies - including their famous Butter Thin Cookies. The locations also have cafes with varying menus serving sandwiches, soups, and salads.

Earlier this year, the owners share to social media that they'd be opening up a new Ryke's Bakery in Grand Rapids! It's located at 2121 Celebration Dr. NE Suite 650, by Celebration Cinema, Buffalo Wild Wings, and Aldi.

We now know when it will open!

The grand opening celebration for Ryke's Bakery GR is this Friday, May 16.

The new bakery will be open Monday through Friday from 7a.m to 5p.m.and Saturday from 7a.m. to 3p.m.

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As more restaurants open up, we'll continue to add to this list, so check back!

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