Came here this past summer! The food was delicious and the atmosphere is even better! Great service and people!

A truly unique and wonderful Detroit experience with minimal waste. Everything used to package food here is compostable, recyclable, or used as tinder for the bonfire. Nearly everything served is created from local offerings, and delicious! Never had a poor meal here, Chef Meiko is creative and skilled. Cash or card ok, Pink Flamingo also does some special events. read more

The food it homemade and very very palatable the people who own it are so nice and friendly best place to get healthy fast food you should try it read more

So good! Got the vegan meal and dessert, they were sooooo delicious! Highly recommend. Also the vibe was chill and service exceptional. I also really like how everything is locally sourced and trash is all zero waste (either recycle or throw in a fire). read more

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I'm very conflicted about this review because I love the concept of a food truck and a weekly bonfire to bring the community together. Unfortunately my one & only visit was not smooth. Arrived about 6:30 anticipating some yummy food based on everything I'd read. Was really happy to see the dozens of people of all ages, colors and genders milling about and chatting. After checking out the food options - which was minimal - a chicken dish or vegetarian dish w/rice balls, corn waffles and salad, and optional dessert, we decided to split the chicken combo, but forgo the dessert. We both ordered a beer. Then the wait began. Little did we realize how long others had been waiting. The more people that showed up the farther behind the cooking got. Every so often someone would step out of the trailer to call a name with a plate of food, but not often enough. I am NOT making this up, our food took 2.5 hours to finally come out. We discussed leaving multiple times, but decided to hang in there 1) we had paid, 2) we got another beer 3) friends happened to be there so that distracted us for a while, but they got their food, ate and left & 4) We met a really nice guy from out of town and when our food finally came we shared it with him since he was still waiting for his. The food was really good, but not 2.5 hour wait in a field good. The owner's bf stepped out every so often to give everyone a pep talk and apologize for how long things were taking but offered no solution to the problem except - be patient and wait. I believe he said the waffles were the slow down - I believe at that point, a free beer, chicken without waffles, rice ball appetizers to appease the crowd - anything would have been helpful - but his pep talk / new age ramblings were not. Of course, there are no bathrooms, which becomes a problem around hour 3 after 2 beers, so they might want to think about how they're going to address that problem in the future. People were going off behind trees to 'you know'. I'm guessing the residents in that area may not appreciate that if that continues. The bonfire was great, the crowd was chill, but the wait was pretty intolerable. I might give it another try - but you can bet I'll ask others first how long they've been waiting and also ask how many orders are ahead of mine. Great concept, maybe we just went on a bad night, I really hope it's usually better than this. read more

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Awesome mission, people, and environment. The food is really good especially the fried rice balls! They're my favorite and I wouldn't be surprised if it's everyone's as well. The other food had really good flavor but the temperature of the food at best was lukewarm. I know they're serving out of a small space, but it would just be nice to have hot food! :) other than that, I love the laid back vibe, the friendly faces, and the delicious flavors. Just a note -- the line can get really long... which means long waits even after ordering! So you may want to munch on something before you come here. Bon appetit! :) read more

I adore the Pink Flamingo. I have been twice and each time, I'm met with unique offerings that surprise and satisfy. The menu rotates, so if you have the opportunity to try their rice balls, do so because they are to die for. You also can't go wrong with one of their craft cocktails. At my last visit, the stuffed eggplant was tasty as well, so hopefully that makes its way around the menu rotation again soon. You'll come for the food at Pink Flamingo, but you'll stay for the community. The staff encourages breaking out of your comfort zone and joining in on conversation around the bonfire. You're likely to meet friends from around the world, as the Pink Flamingo sets up shop next to Hostel Detroit. Overall, a great experience for locals and visitors alike. read more

Loved my experience! Great vibes - all about positivity. Very environmentally friendly with basically no waste. Yummy food. Portions are not large and prices are above average. Open on Thursdays nights only. read more

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Tonight was my 2nd consecutive Thursday trip and I was again not disappointed, nor was my 3.5 year old son whose curious nature loves the outdoor venue space. I have definitely explored a great deal of Detroit since moving here 4 years ago and it is by far one of the most unique and positive urban experiences I have encountered thus far. The food is farm to table fresh and while rice balls remain a menu standard, simplistic and rustic creativity change up the menu items weekly. NB: Vegan + Meat = Choose your own feat! The combo is the best option to sample it all. Drinks (wine $4, beer, lemonade, etc.) are well priced and the atmosphere is fantastic for summer! #thursdaynightlights read more

The Lemongrass chicken soup is AMAZING! Can't wait to go back and try the rice balls!

A haven for Detroit community to gather over nourishing, truly fresh and holistic foods. A gift to both the body and soul.

Fantastic food and friendly staff. I've never had a salad so fresh - and I've eaten a lot of salad. All organic. Perfect for vegans and vegetarians - and their omnivore family and friends. Ambiance is beautifully funky too. Delish desert. Can't think of a better way to spend an hour or two on a Thursday evening. High, high recommend. read more

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I recently ordered the rice balls here and was served promptly and greeted by a friendly staff. The order came with a few different sauces that a friend tried and I encouraged her to place an order. After placing her order she waited 20 minutes for her food and was criticized when she asked for sauce. She felt humiliated and went back to return the order and another staff member uttered "she's back" as she approached. It was completely ridiculous and the food was mediocre. read more

Delicious food prepared from local, organic ingredients. A unique and pleasant outdoor setting. Tasty fun for Thursday dinner.

Atmosphere, food, people...all of it is great! Definitely get the rice balls. And whatever dessert they've got going on. You might run into someone you know or meet a new person - it's a friendly community spot. read more