The launch of Drag Brunch in Grand Rapids is a part of the natural evolution of how urban centers, when under the weight of the same old offerings, see new ways to engage an audience with a concept that becomes the don’t-miss event of the season.
And this season is all about the queens — specifically the drag queens — of Grand Rapids who have been performing all over the city this summer in what has often been the hardest ticket to score once the event has sold out.
Covered in Rapid Growth’s RapidChat, “
Trevor Straub on mimosas, delicious food, and drag queens,” Drag Brunch is having its moment here.
It has emerged so brightly that no one would have guessed how hot of a ticket the event would become; these shows have been performed in a variety of breakfast venues from the brand new to the established heavy-hitters in our neighborhoods.
On Sunday, August 12th, Drag Brunch will appear at Zoko 822 in Grand Rapids’ emerging North Monroe district.
You have two showtimes to choose from this Sunday, but you will want to purchase your ticket in advance to ensure you can score a seat. The cost s $35 per person and includes brunch, two drink tickets, and a fabulous performance.
This Sunday’s show will include Dia Elektra, Batty Davis, Gabriella Stratton Galore, Virus, Gemma Stone, and Veronica Scott, and will feature DJ Keller Shaw and Ricky. And with any drag performance, it is proper and polite to bring plenty of dollar bills to tip these hard working performers.
Zoko 822’s Drag Brunch offers these choices on Sunday:
Steel Cut Oats:
With seasonal fruit, fruit preserves, barrel aged maple syrup
Tortilla Español:
Spanish Potato and Onion Omelette, Jamon Serrano, Crema
Griddle Cakes:
Chickpea Pancakes, Bacon, Barrel Aged Maple Syrup
Huevos Revuettos:
Soft Scrambled Eggs, Pequillo Peppers, Toast
Patatas Bravas:
Hand Cut Potatoes, Salsa Brava, Alioli
Empanada Duo: Pick any 2:
-Jamon & Cheese: Smoked Ham, Manchego Cheese, Scallion
-Chorizo & Egg: Spanish Chorizo, Potato, Scrambled Eggs
-Spicy Bean: Spanish Chilis, White Beans
-Vegetable: Brussels, Artichoke, Goat Cheese
-Rioja Beef: Red Wine Braised Beef, Sofrito, Rosemary
-Mushroom & Thyme: Roasted Mushroom, Thyme, Blue Cheese
-Spinach & Cheese: Spinach and Mozzarella
Market Salad:
Marinated Olives, Shaved Fennel, Orange Segments, Artichokes, Preserved Citrus Vinagreta
House Salad:
Roasted Golden Beet, Toasted Almonds, Blue Cheese, Brown Butter Bread Crumbs, Tart Cherry Vinaigrette
All shows are 18 and older with a limited number of minors admitted at the event. See the
website for ticket details.