- EMPRESS OF CHINA
So
many people recommended Empress of China to us over the years, saying
that it was one of the best restaurants in the city, not just counting
Chinese restaurants, and we finally had to head over there and check it
out. We're happy to say that they were right! The lunch specials are
one of the cheapest ways to dine when you're in this area, and yet you
really fill up and feel so satisfied. We recommend the signature
Princess Chicken the most, and we also really enjoy the China Town
Special. If you want something a little more classic and traditional,
the almond chicken or the moo goo gai pan are nice choices as well. The
service is really excellent and the ambiance is so comfortable too.
Very highly recommended!
2320 South Dort Highway
- ANGELO'S CONEY ISLAND
There
are many different styles of coneys to enjoy in this state and in the
ones that surround it all the way to New York itself, but if you aren't
yet familiar with a Flint coney, then you have got to make it a
priority to stop at this restaurant! Rather than the standard chili, a
Flint coney is piled high with delicious meat sauce that's been
simmering all day. So good! We also love the hamburgers here and we're
certain that you will too. The french fries are the perfect complement
to those amazing coneys and hamburgers, and to get a complete trio,
you've got to have one of the delicious milkshakes. Wow, are they ever
good! Everything here is top notch including the service. One of our
highest recommendations in Flint!
1807 North Franklin Avenue
- SAGANO
Whenever you
crave Japanese food in Flint, you know that you can rely on Sagano
Japanese Bistro. We've been here so many times over the years and they
never disappoint. Our absolute favorite dish is From Russia With Love,
and we really recommend that you give it a try next time you're there.
The perfect starter is the miso soup and salad, and of course no matter
what you order you've got to get some of that delicious hot green tea.
They have both teppanyaki style food and sushi here, so both bases are
covered, and their selection of sushi rolls is quite impressive too.
Try the dynamite roll or the doublecrunch roll if you want something
really explosive! So good! Great service and very comfy atmosphere too!
2065 South Linden Road
- HALO BURGER
Halo
Burger is one of the classics of Flint, with that old fashioned
atmosphere that everybody loves so much. Our favorite thing is the
Greek burger, and we'd venture to say that it's the best Greek burger
that you'll find in the area too. The thing that makes the difference
is that the burgers are not pre-cut. Pure old fashioned style goodness
here, so you never have to settle for any less. Their french fries are
probably the best that you can find in Flint, and the Boston Coolers
are the perfect complement to an already amazing meal. We could go on
and on about the quality here, but you've really got to walk on in and
give it a try for yourself. Conveniently located on East Court Street,
you cannot beat this for a great burger!
3805 East Court Street
- REDWOOD LODGE
We are
real lovers of a great steak and a beer, and when we are craving that
combination in Flint, we always know that we can rely on Redwood Lodge.
The selection of beer is just incredible, and if you're not sure what
you want you can always order the sampler. They've got flights of both
scotch and tequila too, so if you want to broaden your horizons with
something different, those are excellent choices. We recommend the
house salad for starters, which includes delicious gorgonzola cheese,
dried cherries, and tasty walnuts. For your meal, if you're not opting
for a sensational steak, go for the porter fish and chips. That's the
Redwood Lodge special and you won't believe how incredibly flavorful it
is. It's just too good!
5304 Gateway Center Drive
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- HOFFMAN'S DECO DELI
Sandwich
lovers, please take note! If you're in Flint and craving something
really memorable, Hoffman's Deco Deli is the place for you. Note that
if it's winter time, you will want to get there well before 5:00PM
because they often close that early when the weather is cold. We wish
their hours weren't cut so short in the winter, but their big business
seems to be on the warmer days so we can understand that. The claim to
fame here is that the sandwiches are so huge and flavorful, and the
thing that makes all the difference is that it's locally owned and run
by people who really care. That's all too rare nowadays. Don't skip the
brownies for dessert, because they are just too fantastic! Highly
recommended any day!
503 Garland Street
- MEGA CLASSIC DINER
We're
big fans of a great diner, and Mega Classic Diner definitely fits the
bill. Our favorite thing here is actually the chili curry fries, and
though that's not on the menu they have always been happy to make them
on request. We highly recommend them! Wow, that flavor. Of course
they've got all your diner style favorites, like hamburgers, french
fries, hot dogs, salads, etc. The salads in particular are really fresh
and crisp, and we have always enjoyed their Flint style coneys piled
high with meat sauce. All of the portions here are really big so you
can definitely get full on the cheap! Anytime you want a great meal
that won't break the bank, just head over to Mega Classic Diner in
Flint! Don't miss it.
4462 Corunna Road
- TABOON AT THE VALLEY
Are
you traveling with Pink Cruiser in Flint, MI and craving some really
mouth wateringly good Mediterranean cuisine? Taboon at the Valley is
the restaurant that you need to familiarize yourself with. We love all
the vegetarian options on the menu, especially the falafel and grilled
veggies. Just incredible flavor. The lentil soup is a great starter,
and the rice with almonds is always a nice light complement to your
meal too. The chicken tawook with lemon is our favorite entree, hands
down, and the garlic sauce is just amazing here. Take note, sitting by
the brick oven is a particular delight, so try to do that next time
you're there! Very pleasant, and overall charming atmosphere too. A
friendly staff makes all the difference.
3393 South Linden Road
- WHITE HORSE TAVERN
White
Horse Tavern is one of the most comfortable places in Flint to grab a
great meal and a beer. For a low key night with friends, you can't go
wrong with some salads and some pizza, that nice crisp and sizzling
combination that everybody loves. Note that the pizzas are half price
on the weekends, can't beat that! We're also huge fans of their
stromboli, as well as the fish and chips, and even their breakfasts!
You have not lived until you have a great breakfast with pint of
Guinness alongside it. Now that's what we're talking about! You won't
find a friendlier staff anywhere in the city, and it would be tough to
find a better place to sit in the wintertime than in front of their
roaring fireplace. Gotta love it.
621 West Court Street
- SALVATORE SCALLOPINI
There
are several Salvatore Scallopini restaurants in Michigan, and though
they can be somewhat inconsistent, we're happy to say that this
particular location in Flint is always out of this world. The quality
never varies, and is always top notch. What makes all the difference is
the homemade pasta, just like back in the day, and yet the prices are
very affordable and the portions are huge. We love the past polo
pepperoni the best, and the eggplant parm is always a nice choice too.
The bread with olive oil and spices is the perfect beginning to a meal
here. Though the decor isn't much to write about, it's nice to have a
casual option for really good Italian food, especially after a long day
of hard work!
3227 Miller Road
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