The best restaurants in Flint
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Culver’s
RestaurantsFast-food chain specializing in frozen custard & signature burgers made with Midwest beef & dairy.
Culver’s
RestaurantsLuigi's Restaurant
RestaurantsFlint’s long-running Luigi's Restaurant has been turning out brick-oven thin crust since 1955, plus red-sauce comforts and a full bar. When…
Luigi's Restaurant
RestaurantsBig John Steak & Onion
RestaurantsBig John Steak & Onion is the local move when you want the original Steak and Onion with Cheese sizzling on the grill, plus standbys like…
Big John Steak & Onion
RestaurantsJersey Mikes
RestaurantsNew Jersey–based counter-serve sandwich chain serving jumbo subs filled with cold cuts & toppings.
Jersey Mikes
RestaurantsTia Helita's Mexican Cuisine
RestaurantsLongtime, family-run Mexican restaurant with margaritas & desserts such as deep-fried cheesecake.
Tia Helita's Mexican Cuisine
RestaurantsPizzaForno
RestaurantsIf you're at Mott College, PizzaForno is that automated pizzeria where a robotic arm cranks out 11-inch pies in minutes, baked right in the…
PizzaForno
RestaurantsSubway
RestaurantsCasual counter-serve chain for build-your-own sandwiches & salads, with health-conscious options.
Subway
RestaurantsBig John Steak & Onion
RestaurantsCasual regional counter-serve chain grilling steak subs, plus other sandwiches & salads.
Big John Steak & Onion
RestaurantsBig John Steak & Onion
RestaurantsWhether lunch is a five-minute sprint or you’re lingering between errands, Big John Steak & Onion nails the basics with the original Steak…
Big John Steak & Onion
RestaurantsMama’s Restaurant
RestaurantsMama’s Restaurant is that low-key Detroit staple where the pancakes are fluffy, the waffles hit right, and the coffee tastes better when…
Mama’s Restaurant
RestaurantsEl Barzon Restaurante
RestaurantsEl Barzon Restaurante marries Italian comfort with Cocina Poblana flair, so you can debate pasta vs mole poblano and win either way. Cozy…
El Barzon Restaurante
RestaurantsLa Morena
RestaurantsCraving something comforting but not boring, La Morena turns out spot-on sopes, tacos dorados, flautas, and those wildly addictive asada…
La Morena
Restaurants313 Pizza
Restaurants313 Pizza is leaning into the D with legit Detroit-style pies built on fresh dough, house-made sauce, and quality mozzarella. Add crispy…
313 Pizza
RestaurantsArmando's Mexican Restaurant
RestaurantsArmando's Mexican Restaurant has been serving Southwest Detroit since 1967 with tacos, enchiladas, fajitas, and margaritas that still hit,…
Armando's Mexican Restaurant
RestaurantsV’s Drive Thru
RestaurantsV’s Drive Thru is the quick, no-fuss spot when you want a legit burger or wrap without leaving the car. Try the Hangover Burger, corned…
V’s Drive Thru
RestaurantsTaquería El Nacimiento
RestaurantsTaquería El Nacimiento brings the flavor of the D with homestyle plates that hit the spot, from saucy enchiladas to sizzling fajitas. Order…
Taquería El Nacimiento
RestaurantsSouthern Smokehouse
RestaurantsSkip the overthinking this week and let Southern Smokehouse handle dinner with hickory-kissed ribs with their signature rub, 12-hour…
Southern Smokehouse
RestaurantsGiovanni's Ristorante
RestaurantsGiovanni's Ristorante is that rare old world Italian spot where handmade pastas, prime cuts, fresh fish, and beautifully paired wines turn…
Giovanni's Ristorante
RestaurantsBangkok 96 Street Food
RestaurantsBangkok 96 Street Food, from James Beard semifinalist Chef Genevieve Vang, deserves a spot on your this week list for legit, from-scratch…
Bangkok 96 Street Food
RestaurantsAndiamo Detroit Riverfront
RestaurantsWhether you’re wooing someone or just treating yourself, Andiamo Detroit Riverfront pairs made-from-scratch Italian with those…
Andiamo Detroit Riverfront
RestaurantsSunrise Coastal Grill and Chicken
RestaurantsWhether you're craving a real seafood boil piled with snow crab, shrimp, corn, potatoes, eggs, and sausage, or crispy wings and catfish…
Sunrise Coastal Grill and Chicken
RestaurantsHamlin Pub
RestaurantsCraving classic pub comfort and a place to cheer on the home teams? Hamlin Pub nails the essentials with a deep food lineup, a late-night…
Hamlin Pub
RestaurantsDom's Diner
RestaurantsWhen you want a no-fuss plate that tastes like home, Dom's Diner brings it to life with homemade dishes from a local, family-owned crew…
Dom's Diner
RestaurantsFreakin' Unbelievable Burgers
RestaurantsFreakin' Unbelievable Burgers keeps it simple and stellar this week with cooked to order Angus beef on fresh brioche buns, then goes wild…
Freakin' Unbelievable Burgers
RestaurantsWhite Horse Tavern
RestaurantsWhite Horse Tavern has that just-right Flint comfort, with a cozy brick-and-beam vibe, hearty go-tos like the chicken pot pie soup, loaded…
White Horse Tavern
RestaurantsRedwood Steakhouse and Brewery
RestaurantsRedwood Steakhouse and Brewery pairs mesquite-grilled USDA Choice cuts with award-winning beer brewed in-house, plus curveballs like fusion…
Redwood Steakhouse and Brewery
RestaurantsFredi's Grille and Family Restaurant
RestaurantsFredi's Grille and Family Restaurant keeps it simple with homestyle cooking that makes stuffed pepper soup and gyros feel like the right…
Fredi's Grille and Family Restaurant
RestaurantsLiberty Family Dining
RestaurantsWhether you’re craving eggs-and-bacon simplicity, pancakes, or homestyle plates that feel like Sunday at grandma’s, Liberty Family Dining…
Liberty Family Dining
RestaurantsBlackstone's Smokehouse
RestaurantsBlackstone's Smokehouse turns a former men’s shop into a downtown Flint hangout with exposed brick, steel ceiling, and serious barbecue…
Blackstone's Smokehouse
RestaurantsBlack Rock Bar & Grill
RestaurantsBlack Rock Bar & Grill lets you sear your own steak on a 755-degree volcanic rock, which means every bite stays hot and just-right. Bring…
Black Rock Bar & Grill
RestaurantsManee Thai Cuisine
RestaurantsIf your week needs a proper chili kick, Manee Thai Cuisine turns out lively Pad Thai, rich curries, and Bangkok chicken that balances…
Manee Thai Cuisine
RestaurantsDa Red Wagon
RestaurantsWhether you want sticky ribs, crispy catfish, or a piled-high Super Plate, Da Red Wagon keeps Flint fed with BBQ, seafood, and comfort…
Da Red Wagon
RestaurantsEl Cozumel Mexican Grill
RestaurantsEl Cozumel Mexican Grill keeps the fiesta vibe going in Davison and Burton, from birria tacos with rich consomé to sizzling Fajitas Texanas…
El Cozumel Mexican Grill
RestaurantsLucky's Steakhouse
RestaurantsWhether you're in Davison, Fenton, or Clio, Lucky's Steakhouse nails the basics with award-winning steaks plus seafood, chicken, and pasta,…
Lucky's Steakhouse
RestaurantsCafe Rhema
RestaurantsCafe Rhema nails the cozy 1920s vibe, then backs it up with craft coffee by nationally competing baristas, from pour overs to a Lavender…
Cafe Rhema
RestaurantsCork on Saginaw
RestaurantsCork on Saginaw pairs a vintage vibe with a chic wine bar feel, serving eclectic American and European small plates and entrees that make…
Cork on Saginaw
RestaurantsWood's Ribs & Fish
RestaurantsWood's Ribs & Fish does soul food the way Flint likes it, with tender ribs, seasoned catfish, and sides that taste like someone’s grandma…
Wood's Ribs & Fish
RestaurantsFamous Dave's Bar-B-Que
RestaurantsOutlet of a BBQ chain serving wood-smoked meats & sides in an American West-themed space.
Famous Dave's Bar-B-Que
RestaurantsMay’s Bangkok (Flint)
RestaurantsMay’s Bangkok (Flint) nails the comfort food side of Thai, from legit Pad Thai and Drunken Noodles to red and yellow curry noodles, plus…
May’s Bangkok (Flint)
RestaurantsScratch BBQ and Catering
RestaurantsFamily-owned and Flint-rooted, Scratch BBQ and Catering is the spot for meats sliced to order, scratch-made sides, and a full bar. Swing by…
Scratch BBQ and Catering
RestaurantsMaude's Alabama BBQ (Flint)
RestaurantsAlabama-style barbecue made from scratch every day is the whole vibe at Maude's Alabama BBQ. Family-owned, Decatur-influenced recipes,…
Maude's Alabama BBQ (Flint)
RestaurantsRed Robin Gourmet Burgers and Brews
RestaurantsChain for gourmet burgers & other American comfort fare.
Red Robin Gourmet Burgers and Brews
RestaurantsPie Sci Pizza | Detroit
RestaurantsWhether you’re team classic or chasing wild combos, Pie Sci Pizza keeps it exciting with bold, inventive pies plus vegan, dairy-free and…
Pie Sci Pizza | Detroit
RestaurantsPho Lucky
RestaurantsPho Lucky gives Detroiters steaming bowls of beefy pho with rice noodles and all the basil, lime, and sprouts, plus summer rolls and iced…
Pho Lucky
RestaurantsSupino Pizzeria Eastern Market
RestaurantsBusy place for thin-crust pizza & slices with novel toppings like egg & turkey.
Supino Pizzeria Eastern Market
RestaurantsCoriander Kitchen and Farm
RestaurantsBetween the breezy canal patio and a colorful retro bar, Coriander Kitchen and Farm keeps things charmingly low-key while turning out Great…
Coriander Kitchen and Farm
RestaurantsMercury Burger & Bar
RestaurantsMercury Burger & Bar keeps it classic and creative at once with hand-pressed patties stacked into local nods like the Southwest Detroit and…
Mercury Burger & Bar
RestaurantsBBQ CENTRAL
RestaurantsRibs, baked beans, mac and cheese and collard greens are served in this casual spot also offering soul food dishes like fried turkey wings.
BBQ CENTRAL
RestaurantsSmokey G's Smokehouse
RestaurantsSmokehouse featuring brisket, pulled pork, ribs and fried chicken plus mac 'n' cheese.
Smokey G's Smokehouse
RestaurantsLe Suprême
RestaurantsFrench fare such as steak frites and beef bourguignon is served in this classy space in the Book Tower.
Le Suprême
RestaurantsOak & Reel
RestaurantsOak & Reel pairs house-made pastas with fresh seafood kissed by an oak-burning hearth, all from Chef Jared Gadbaw. Expect bright, clean,…
Oak & Reel
RestaurantsCibo Detroit
RestaurantsDowntown spot Cibo Detroit keeps things inventive and ingredient-driven, riffing on global flavors and playful takes that are made to pass…
Cibo Detroit
RestaurantsDime Store
RestaurantsDime Store does scratch-made, chef-driven brunch all day with playful hits like Duck Bop Hash and the Cheesesteak Benny, plus rotating…
Dime Store
RestaurantsExperience Zuzu, Detroit
RestaurantsExperience Zuzu, Detroit brings polished vibes with a menu of sushi and other Asian dishes, then gives you room to linger upstairs in the…
Experience Zuzu, Detroit
RestaurantsSan Morello
RestaurantsSan Morello hits that sweet spot of hip without trying too hard, turning out wood-fired pizzas and handmade pastas that rotate with the…
San Morello
RestaurantsGreen Dot Stables
RestaurantsWhether you're dodging weeknight cooking or corralling friends, Green Dot Stables keeps it easy with bite-sized sliders that wander the…
Green Dot Stables
RestaurantsLa Dolce Vita Detroit
RestaurantsOld-world Italian eatery boasts lively brunch & a cozy space with arched windows & a garden patio.
La Dolce Vita Detroit
RestaurantsThe Brooklyn Street Local LLC
RestaurantsThe Brooklyn Street Local LLC keeps it cozy in Corktown with a carefully sourced menu of breakfast and lunch, plenty of vegetarian and…
The Brooklyn Street Local LLC
RestaurantsTelway Hamburgers
RestaurantsSometimes you just want no-frills comfort that hits right, and Telway Hamburgers delivers with griddled sliders, hot dogs, crispy fries and…
Telway Hamburgers
RestaurantsSlows To Go
RestaurantsCraving legit Detroit barbecue without committing to a sit-down? Slows To Go nails the classics for carryout, with hearty sides, soups and…
Slows To Go
RestaurantsMootz Pizzeria + Bar
RestaurantsStylish parlor serving old-fashioned pizzas with classic toppings, plus sliders, pasta, and spirits.
Mootz Pizzeria + Bar
RestaurantsMom's Spaghetti
RestaurantsMom's Spaghetti keeps it gloriously simple with big bowls of spaghetti and that messy, wonderful spaghetti sandwich you pretend you won’t…
Mom's Spaghetti
RestaurantsBasement Burger Bar
RestaurantsBasement Burger Bar keeps it simple and solid with house burgers and build-your-own stacks that scratch the exact itch you had at 5 p.m.…
Basement Burger Bar
RestaurantsGus's World Famous Fried Chicken
RestaurantsLong-running chain serving spicy fried chicken & comfort sides in a low-key setting.
Gus's World Famous Fried Chicken
RestaurantsThe Hudson Cafe
RestaurantsDetroit brunch ritual since 2011, The Hudson Cafe keeps it fun with Cinnabun pancakes, a Voodoo Benedict, and a respectful nod to Hudson’s…
The Hudson Cafe
RestaurantsJohnny Noodle King
RestaurantsJohnny Noodle King keeps things playful and Detroit-savvy with bowls like corned beef ramen, Cajun catfish, and kimchi short rib alongside…
Johnny Noodle King
RestaurantsHopCat
RestaurantsWoodwork-filled brew pub with a massive beer list offering creative pub fare & brunch items.
HopCat
RestaurantsThe Eagle Detroit
RestaurantsConvivial eatery & beer hall dishing up Southern classics such as fried chicken & spoonbread.
The Eagle Detroit
RestaurantsFixins Soul Kitchen
RestaurantsCozy eatery serving a range of soul food faves from collard greens to chicken and waffles, plus wine and beer.
Fixins Soul Kitchen
RestaurantsSelden Standard
RestaurantsFor nights when you want to feel fancy without the fuss, Selden Standard turns Michigan produce into craveable small plates and thoughtful…
Selden Standard
RestaurantsSushi Lounge Detroit
RestaurantsRun by James Beard semifinalist Chef Genevieve Vang, Sushi Lounge Detroit dishes Detroit-style flavor with Detroit’s first and only 100%…
Sushi Lounge Detroit
RestaurantsSavannahBlue
RestaurantsSavannahBlue does contemporary northern soul food with Southern flavors, the kind that feels like Sunday dinner got a city-smart glow-up.…
SavannahBlue
RestaurantsPenny Red's
RestaurantsBuckets of crispy bird, honey-butter biscuits, and farmstand sides make Penny Red's the move when your crew needs comfort food that…
Penny Red's
RestaurantsFarmer Frank's
RestaurantsSpecializing in corned beef, this unassuming establishment offers breakfast & lunch fare.
Farmer Frank's
RestaurantsBar Pigalle
RestaurantsCraving something a little Paris, a little Detroit? Bar Pigalle in Brush Park does playfully modern French fare with seasonal menus that…
Bar Pigalle
RestaurantsSunday's Best - The Brunch Spot
RestaurantsWhen your crew wants brunch vibes without the stove chaos, Sunday's Best - The Brunch Spot brings Detroit-rooted catering with full service…
Sunday's Best - The Brunch Spot
RestaurantsLeña
RestaurantsSpanish and Mediterranean–inspired cooking featuring seafood staples and small share plates, plus tasting menus, is offered at this…
Leña
RestaurantsSee You Tomorrow
RestaurantsSee You Tomorrow keeps North End mornings happy with a cozy counter vibe and breakfast plates that hit the spot. Think chicken and waffles,…
See You Tomorrow
RestaurantsJoe Louis Southern Kitchen
RestaurantsWhether you’re craving an unrushed brunch or need someone to feed the whole crew, Joe Louis Southern Kitchen has you covered with…
Joe Louis Southern Kitchen
RestaurantsThe Apparatus Room
RestaurantsSet in the former firetruck bay at Detroit Foundation Hotel, The Apparatus Room serves award-winning New American plates rooted in Michigan…
The Apparatus Room
RestaurantsBrothers Brunch House
RestaurantsBrothers Brunch House is the kind of spot that turns a meh morning into a good one this week, with fresh, elevated brunch made with pride,…
Brothers Brunch House
RestaurantsMichigan & Trumbull
RestaurantsMichigan & Trumbull turns Detroit-style into an obsession, with dough made fresh daily and combos like the Packard Pepperoni with pickled…
Michigan & Trumbull
RestaurantsRoyale with Cheese
RestaurantsRoyale with Cheese keeps Midtown fed with cooked-to-order burgers built from fresh-ground beef, artisan buns, and legit house-made sauces,…
Royale with Cheese
RestaurantsNunn's Bar-B-Cue II
RestaurantsDetroit classic Nunn's Bar-B-Cue II has been smoking ribs, chicken, and shrimp since 1984, with sauce and sides made fresh daily, and it…
Nunn's Bar-B-Cue II
RestaurantsSoraya
RestaurantsModern Japanese in the heart of Detroit, Soraya turns lunch, dinner, and happy hour into an easy habit with sushi, drinks, and a menu built…
Soraya
RestaurantsThe Goblin Detroit
RestaurantsDetroit’s own The Goblin Detroit keeps it tight with pristine nigiri, sashimi, and signature rolls, plus an omakase special when you want…
The Goblin Detroit
RestaurantsNemo's Bar
RestaurantsOld-school clippings, burgers cooked to order, and shuttles to Lions, Tigers, Red Wings, and Pistons games make Nemo's Bar a clutch move…
Nemo's Bar
RestaurantsADELINA
RestaurantsWhen you're after an elegant trattoria vibe without leaving city limits, Adelina hits the sweet spot with traditional and modern Italian…
ADELINA
RestaurantsSheWolf Pastificio & Bar
RestaurantsTrendy restaurant featuring contemporary Italian plates & cocktails in a sophisticated dining room..
SheWolf Pastificio & Bar
RestaurantsBash Original Izakaya
RestaurantsBash Original Izakaya is a modern Japanese restaurant in Woodbridge rooted in tradition, serving bold specialty rolls, refined sashimi, and…
Bash Original Izakaya
RestaurantsCHAOS BURGER
RestaurantsChaos Burger is downtown slinging prime beef smashburgers stacked with whole milk American, sweet vidalia, dill pickles, and that honey…
CHAOS BURGER
RestaurantsFlowers of Vietnam
RestaurantsFlowers of Vietnam nails that sweet spot between comfort and inventive, with creative Vietnamese plates plus a full bar for cocktails,…
Flowers of Vietnam
RestaurantsLa Feria
RestaurantsLively restaurant featuring traditional Spanish small plates as well as wine & cocktails.
La Feria
RestaurantsBuddy's Pizza
RestaurantsIconic pizza chain (since 1946) known for its square slices & soups, plus other Italian & fast fare.
Buddy's Pizza
RestaurantsBuddy's Pizza
RestaurantsIconic pizza chain (since 1946) known for its square slices & soups, plus other Italian & fast fare.
Buddy's Pizza
RestaurantsIma Izakaya
RestaurantsIma Izakaya turns health-conscious comfort food into a habit, with slurp-worthy ramen, udon, rice bowls, and house-made dumplings. Their…
Ima Izakaya
RestaurantsHIROKI-SAN
RestaurantsHiroki-San brings an immersive, soulful Japanese dining vibe to Book Tower, with Executive Chef Hiroki Fujiyama overseeing pristine sushi…
HIROKI-SAN
RestaurantsChartreuse Kitchen & Cocktails
RestaurantsWhether you’re planning a low-key date night or celebrating Tuesday just because, Chartreuse Kitchen & Cocktails nails seasonal American…
Chartreuse Kitchen & Cocktails
RestaurantsGrey Ghost Detroit
RestaurantsModern, hip spot for steaks & more alongside beer, wine & craft cocktails from the bar.
Grey Ghost Detroit
RestaurantsLa Lanterna
RestaurantsUrbane spot for housemade pastas & Neapolitan-style pizzas, plus wine & craft beers.
La Lanterna
RestaurantsSlows Bar BQ
RestaurantsCraving a proper rib night? Slows Bar BQ brings a gourmet spin to barbecue, backed by a serious love of craft beer and sauces you’ll want…
Slows Bar BQ
RestaurantsBella Forno Pizzeria
RestaurantsPair your slice with a pour and some friendly competition, because Bella Forno Pizzeria is one of the kitchens at Corktown Taphouse,…
Bella Forno Pizzeria
RestaurantsDetroit Wing Company
RestaurantsCasual takeout featuring a wide array of sauces and dry rubs for wings.
Detroit Wing Company
RestaurantsParc
RestaurantsParc does elevated Detroit cuisine right, with a vast wine list and that prime al fresco scene in Campus Martius locals actually want to…
Parc
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