Hutch & Lark: Downtown Holland for the Holidays

DRINK, EAT, GIFT, SHOP

November 18, 2018 / By Lexi Johnson / Post a Comment

Come spend a day {or weekend!} in beautiful Downtown Holland this holiday season! You can accomplish your Christmas shopping at the most darling boutiques while enjoying all the sights, sounds, and tastes that Downtown Holland has to offer! Holland local and dear friend Kate, from Living Lark, and I have compiled a list of our favorites during the Holidays in Downtown Holland. We’re sharing where to find great gifts, coffee stops, lunch locations, events we never miss, dinner favorites, where to catch some R&R, where to stay, and even a little secret!

First stop! Ferris Coffee. This chic coffee spot couldn’t be cuter: floral wallpaper, comfy couches, and a great menu of drinks and yummy bites. We suggest trying the avocado toast or a giant croissant. Their cold brew coffee is famous, but warm up with any of their coffees, Mexican hot chocolate, or tea lattes. This place is “Instagram worthy”…as they say.

Ready to get your shop on? There’s a little bit of everything, so spend some time wandering down 8th Street. Here are a few places you absolutely can’t miss…

Spring Sweet: Cozy sweaters, candles, jewelry, fresh flowers, and so much more. It’ll feel like you’ve stepped into a boutique in Paris.

Frances Jaye: This shop will give any Chicago boutique a run for its money. Find items for guys and gals…everything is just. so. good.

Studio K: A fabulous boutique that is very chic and has the best selection of cashmere.

In between stores, stretch those tired shopping legs and head over to The 205 Coffee Bar! New to Holland, this airy, modern, and lovely high-ceiling shop brings specialties like on-tap beet kombucha and the best pour over coffee in town.

Tip Toes: This store is for all of those little tots on your list — clothes, toys, and everything for those kiddo.

JB and Me: Another fav of ours! Don’t miss all the shoes in the back as you wander through displays of cute clothes and jewelry. They carry favorite brands like Free People and Sorel.

Tikal: This unique women’s clothing shop has been a Downtown Holland mainstay for over 25 years.

Gezellig Home: This darling antique and home goods store is new to Downtown Holland and features great, unique gift ideas, too.

Reader’s World: When you need a break from clothes and gift shopping, stop here to pick up the perfect book you need to get that much-needed R&R. They have an excellent selection of books!

You’ll be working up an appetite after all that shopping, so be sure to take a break! Downtown Holland has several great lunch spots, but my favorite is Mizu Sushi. I recommend the Rainbow Roll and a big, hot bowl of their House Udon. But, don’t skip dessert! I’m a huge fan of their green tea ice cream — it’s fabulous!

Shop, shop, shop–there are so many places to go after your lunch break! Once you’re finished shopping you deserve a little relaxing treat and –Engedi Salon is an excellent spot to grab a mani-pedi. Make a weekend of Downtown Holland and literally shop until you drop and enjoy a stay at the City Flats Hotel just steps off 8th. The hotel is chic, modern, and their beds are SO comfy. Unwind a bit and change for dinner. Need a dinner suggestion? We’re so glad you asked, because we love Butch’s Dry Dock! Ask for a table up front by the windows where you can watch the snow fall and the hustle and bustle of Christmas shoppers on 8th street. Kate and I love their frites as an appetizer. Enjoy a salad or the signature tomato bisque. For the main course I’m partial to their filet with risotto and wild mushrooms—it is SO good. Wait! Your night isn’t over yet–we’ve got a little secret if you’re looking for a very special night cap. Shhhhhhh….head to the front desk at Butch’s with a secret password for the Onderground {Hutch&Lark}. They’ll lead you to a speakeasy so perfect you’ll feel as though you’ve stepped back in time. The cocktails are fantastic, the music is spot on, and the atmosphere couldn’t be cooler! I love the Moxy, but you can’t go wrong with the Classic Toddy or one of their flaming drinks!

So, start planning! Be sure to take a peek at some of the fantastic events going on in Downtown Holland too…here are a few that we never miss! (Keep scrolling.)