The union general is a very cozy spot filled with endless local goods and other fun things. The bakery is definitely the best in the area. It's full of verity and will cater to everyone's needs and wants. Would definitely recommend read more

We hopped inside here when waiting for our to-go order from the restaurant next door (before indoor dining was allowed) They have so much to offer in such a small space! The employees (owner?) was so incredibly kind. She really seems to love her job and value her customers. This would be a great place to go to get unique gifts for many people, including children. The delicacies made and sold her were a real treat! read more

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Super cute store on one side and bakery shop on the left side when you enter the door up the walk. One door to enter and the street facing door is for exiting. Lots of wonderful candles, lotions, soaps, random gifts and kiddy winged tutus and soft plushy baby toys. It's a hodge pudge of curiosity items for all of the senses. It's small and quaint and only 6 parties people are allowed. One group at a time inside. Had to wait for two groups ahead to get in and out. read more

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I was pleasantly surprised at this little shop. We had some time to waste since we ordered food to go next door and checked this spot out. I even found some mens skin care in here that I usually find at 1 store only. I would have bought some but I already bought some the other day. Their snacks look delicious! read more

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Amazing service. Everybody is so nice and such a cute store I wanted to try the bakery, but they were already closing so I didn't have time, but it looked so good and I'm so glad I went there. read more

Union General is right by the Union Bar and Grill so it was the perfect place for dessert. It's connected to the cutest little shop so I spent a good amount of time here. I got the nitrogen ice cream, birthday cake macaroon, and the funfetti cupcake. The desserts were perfect and I enjoyed every bite! There was a big selection of desserts, such as ice cream, coffee, cupcakes, etc. There isn't a lot of room to sit, but it wasn't busy so that wasn't a problem. Next time I go to the Bar and Grill I will definitely stop by for desserts too! read more

Union General - Cards & Stationery Near Me - Clarkston, Michigan

This place has been around forever. Always busy and crowded. Like the ever changing specials. Great beer menu too. For those who like Mac n cheese, it's a must! Only negative is that's it's really loud in there and you smell when you leave due to open kitchen. Like seriously, need to shower when you get home! read more

This place has really awesome cupcakes. Actually the best! They are very heavy for being a cupcake. Super cute store right next to the Clarkston Union Bar with its world famous Mac n cheese. In 2015 USA Today voted it top ten in America. They have served over a million orders of just mac n cheese. This is the little general store and bakery that is right next door. read more

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Cool little bakery and coffee shop. Excellent mini cakes and cupcakes. Check this place out

Love the atmosphere. Cozy and a bit loud. I had the salmon on special with the sun-dried tomato risotto and grilled squash. Topped with pesto, the fish was good. The risotto was amazing! The squash, not so much. Thin and barely cooked. It was still cold and not seasoned. My friends had a taste of the Mac and cheese and said it was delicious. One of my friends had the Cuban and said it was good. The other had the beef tips and loved it. I'd love to see more GF and DF items. There really were only two choices on the menu for me. If you're not limited and don't worry about calories, this is your place! read more

Union General - Killer Mac and cheese! - Cards & Stationery Near Me - Clarkston, Michigan

What a wonderful surprise! I dragged my girl, Heidi M in here one day when were in Clarkston checking out the Union's Oktoberfest. It was awesome but we were in a bit of a hurry and starving so we didn't really plop ourselves down for that, but we did get to walk around a bit. I had no idea this shop existed and as soon as I saw it I had to go in. Now, a word to the wise, if you're sensitive to scents you might want to prepare yourself. This place is strong. Now me? I'm not. So I loved it. It smells of lovely candle, lotions, and other lovely body care and home items. They carry loads of lovely stationary, home goods like glasses, aprons, cookbooks, and more, and kids gifts as well. I've been to many a store in this same vein and you tend to see a lot of the things carried repeated from shop to shop but I have to admit Union General stocked a lot that I'd never seen, which I found really exciting and refreshing. I almost bought this amazing 3d tree display with birds and such but it was a little too big for the space I have at home. But I'd never seen anything like it in other shops. Excellent stuff. In the back is the cupcakery with treats that looked fantastic. I abstained from eating one so I can't comment on taste but they did look great. Next time! Adorable selection of goods, albeit a little pricey, but perfect if you want to splurge on yourself or get a unique gift for someone else. read more

I would've loved the opportunity to actually TRY the cupcakes here, thus provide a helpful review, but unfortunately I received the crappiest and snarkiest service, that I wasn't able to do so. My family and I had an AMAZING lunch at the Union Woodshop down the street, and they recommended the cupcakes here. As a cupcake connoisseur (used loosely), I decided I MUST walk down and grab a cupcake before we get back on the road back to Chicago. So we walked down to check it out. I walked in and walked up to the counter to order. There was a girl with an icing bag in her hand. I asked her if I could get a Vanilla cupcake and she said "I'm busy right now. It'll be a few minutes".... and i have to say, the TONE in which she said it was pretty effing snarky. I was a bit put off. We walked around in the little shop for a few minutes to check it out and try and kill some time. While looking around, I said to my Mom, "Was it just me, or we she really snarky in her response to me?", to which my Mother quickly replied "oooooh yeah", basically striking down ANY doubt I had in my head. A few minutes later we walked back up to the front. She appeared to still be working on icing some cupcakes, so I asked her if it was going to be a while and she said "it'll be at least five minutes". Again, in a seriously cranky and unapologetic tone. At that point I just told her never-mind, i'll do without, and left. How hard is it to box up on flipping cupcake and get me on my way?! I mean, to have a customer wait ten minutes for one cupcake is beyond absurd. And her CLEAR annoyance with my even being there asking for a cupcake was very obvious. If we had walked in, and she cheerfully said "Hey guys! Welcome! Give me like 5 minutes to finish something up and i'll help you" - we would've been fine, and had given her time. But since she was so blatantly rude and un-welcoming, AND didn't give me confidence that five (more) minutes would only be five minutes, it just wasn't worth it. I'd completely lost my interest in giving that place one red cent of my hard-earned money. So as far as i'm concerned, no way in hell i'd recommend this place. And the cupcakes? Couldn't tell ya. I wasn't afforded the opportunity to try one. May karma bite you in your snotty little arse. read more

An Awesome little shop next to the Clarkston Union restaurant. I loved all the little trinkets and toys around. My daughter chose a few items and then we had some tea and the BEST hot chocolate I've ever tried in the cafe area. I'll definitely be going back again. read more

Five star bar. Stephanie is the best bar tender in Clarkston never disappointed. Love the beer food and service. GIVE STEPHANIE A RAISE read more

This store is a cute little store with all kinds of little odds and ends. Very unique assortment! Some of the prices are a little high. There was a unicorn stuffed animal I wanted to get but wasn't really wanting to spend $33. I would have probably caved and gotten it but it's for my unborn child sooo she won't be able to use it for a while. There's a little cafe with a lot of tasty looking treats! The girl behind the register was very friendly and helpful! read more

This restaurant is a converted church? Please baptize me into the Holy House of Mac N Cheese! read more

Union General - Cards & Stationery Near Me - Clarkston, Michigan

Quaint little shop with so much to look at. There's even a cute little cafe at one end. They even provide the cupcakes for the Clarkston Union next door! read more

I've been here about three times in the last 10 years while visiting family, and I can tell you, this place is awesome! A good portion of the shop is definitely catered towards females, but I'm a male and I love looking through all the wacky/cool stuff that fills the shelves. They have fine candles/lotions/soaps/etc that are expensive but worth the buck (L'Occitane stuff is amazing!), and all kinds of really cool zany gifts and such. And the cupcakery gets two thumbs WAY up. Everything on the menu is amazingly delicious. Ann, the owner, is regularly at the shop and is really awesome if you get the chance to meet her. read more

Did I tell you that I can be cheap? And that I am a major food snob? I am a cheap food snob people, and usually this means that I find it difficult to fork out $4 and up for a teeny tiny cupcake which are often dry, lacking in flavor and turn into a decision I typically end up regretting. I don't have any issues paying money for something that is of good/high quality and flavor, but most of the time cupcakes are not on that list. It appears that someone somewhere down the line decided that cupcakes are the new 'It' food, yet I have found myself unimpressed with most. Now, that being said. After stuffing my face with some magnificent mac and cheese next door it only seemed fitting to end such a meal with a decadent dessert. As we walked in the door the ladybaker was whipping up cupcake batter in her KitchenAid, and putting a finishing touch on some other cupcake beauties she created earlier in the day. I love the small-batch process that these baked goods are created in, this definitely gives the place a warm and fuzzy aura. What's unique is that the Union General captures two of my favorite types of stores: a store which sells nommy noms with a store which sells girly products such as soaps, books, candles and lotions. What a wonderful place to go shopping for a friends birthday or even to treat yourself to something nice. In our case, something nice was limited to a sweet ending to a great meal. Erin opted for a red velvet cupcake, with a creamcheese frosting so velvety you'd think that that is where it got its name. Knowing it's red velvet (which is inherently difficult to bake in regards to moisturelevels), the cake was every so slightly dry but it did not bother us much. The flavor was pronounced and not artificial or chemically at all (sorry, these are terms I must use because often red velvet tastes strongly of those). The cupcake is filled with more glorious frosting and was a total winner. I chose a chocolate cupcake with salted caramel filling and a caramel buttercream which was pure decadence in a liner. Wow, what a great cupcake. I'd gladly have them turn this into a cake of some kind for any upcoming celebrations. Matter of fact, I even said something along the lines of 'who needs a wedding cake when you can have awesome cupcakes like these?'. I love how the Union General restored my faith in cupcakery. I will continue to be weary of other places but will happily drive way out to Clarkston for my cupcake fix. read more

Lady behind the counter is obnoxious and very rude. Will never go back and will tell my friends and family not to support this business unless she gets fired. Your a retail business you should have good employees not ones who obviously hate their job. Get rid of her and hire someone that can actually do the job. read more

Super cute little place that we stopped in pre-dinner last weekend. The goal was to pick up a treat for dessert. They didn't have many cupcakes on display (it's was about 8:30pm) but they told us they could make whatever we wanted even it appeared that none were left. I opted for the ginger snap cookie which was large and soft and only $1.50. I ended up eating it the next day and it was still soft and delicious. The decor was shabby chic cute and the front of the shop was more a paper goods/gift shop. read more

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When in Clarkston you must stop into the Union General, it reinvents itself for every holiday, it was all decked out for Easter, the selection of gifts and cupcakes is Amazing, and I picked up an Amazing book A sugar hounds guide to the Sweets of New York. read more

Union General - Cards & Stationery Near Me - Clarkston, Michigan

The lady behind the counter was extremely rude. She actually told my daughter to put a mask on or she'd have to ask her to leave. My daughter forgot her mask and came in with the intention of asking for one. When I was placing my order, she was rude and very sharp in her tone. I suggest working on your people skills and practicing smiling and using a cheerful tone. The cupcakes were slightly stale. Macarons were good but for a store that says it doesn't open until 4 on Thursday, you'd think that Thursday at 4 they would have a better supply. read more

The Union General is a great place to come over to have a sweet or get an amazing item that will make you say wow! It sells cupcakes, toffee, popcorn, and lots of other sweets on one side. While on the other side...It sells soaps, Cards for celebrations or for a birthday celebration or what not and, toys like a 3-d drawing kit and make your own solar powered robot and lots of other great toys that I never knew existed. The Union General is an all purpose gift shop that I think people should check into. read more

This little shop is one of my favorites. I shop here when I'm looking for something different and special for kids. A great selection of unique toys, stuffed animals, games, cute little clothing items. I'm never disappointed. It's so fun to browse around and find interesting items for the home. I found grass-scented laundry detergent! Bonus - they have a little bakery, too. Their cupcakes are world class! read more

I dig this store big time. I walk in and they had this groovy francophile music jamming....bam I'm in an instant good mood. I am a sucker for botiques filled with nick nacks, brick a brack, and just random awesomeness. I would give this 4 stars...but it is pricey. From over the top cute baby items, bath bombs, frilly patterend aprons, lotus flower votive holders, jewels and bobels I was in heaven. They also had fresh grass scented laundry detergent....it's been years and I am still lemming over this, but I am cheap and was not shelling out the cash. I also saw some really cool books (which I ordered from the library-again budget issues) ie. 101 sangria and pitcher drinks, and a book on champagne cocktails. Get the cupcakes, esp. one with pb frosting. If there is a long wait at the union, stop in here. I have been dying to go back and I think I shall plan on it asap! read more

There are so many cute little gifts, from candles and soap to children's toys and funny little key chains. Very unique. They have many desserts including cupcakes, macarons, baby cakes, cookies and chocolates. I had the baby cake which is a mini chocolate cake with vanilla filling and it was the most perfect sized cake for one person. It was pretty yummy too! The girls who work here are very nice and friendly. I would come back! It's a perfect little coffee stop or dessert place. read more

Super delicious macaroons! I had a birthday cake one and a vanilla one! 10/10 would recommend. I also tried 3 different cupcakes. They were good but very dense. Kinda a let down but macaroons are amazing! read more

Note: This review is for the cupcakes only... not the shop, which was adorable! So, we went this past Sunday to celebrate a roommates birthday... we'd heard the cupcakes were amazing - rated #8 in the country on one pole... I have to say, we were completely disappointed. We got a dozen cupcakes and almost everyone was completely stale / dry / fell apart... the frosting was crazy sweet and had so much piled on top - over 2" of frosting piled on top! They had tons unmade in bins on the back counter and offered to make any flavor that wasn't currently in the case. The few that weren't stale came from the ones they made for us. So, we're thinking the ones in the case were definitely old / not fresh. Although, some of the ones we had made were also stale. Have they gotten too big too quickly? Are the making them ahead, just in case, and possibly freezing them?? Alas, we were so disappointed, especially since we drove an hour from Ann Arbor just for the cupcakes. Ok, that's not true, we were also having lunch @ Union Woodshop - a fantastic meal, as always! read more

Super adorable cupcakes that are extremely delicious. I got a dozen for a family event and they were gone in seconds. Definitely will be back. And the shop is so put together with quality products. The girls that work there are so sweet and always greet us with a smile, ready to help. Highly recommend! read more

Stale cupcakes. As expensive as these cupcakes are they should be fresh everyday. Rude staff.... honestly wondering how this place has stayed open for this long. read more

Here's the thing about the union general. I live in clarkston, and love this place but when it comes down to it, the cup cakes really are not that good. They are very dry and not flavorful at all but the frosting is out of this world and so are the macaroons and any of the other treats . This place is super cute and I love the decor and being that it is the only cup cake place around I will take it and still eat them . read more

One of my favorite places to buy a gift. They have a great selection of jewelry, soap, cards, baby gifts and seasonal items. The back of the store has a little cafe where you can get ice cream, coffee, chocolate or one of their delicious cupcakes. read more

Recently visited this store to pick up some cupcakes with my children, but was very unsatisfied with my experience. I was standing in the line after I order my cupcake looking at the counter holding all the cupcakes and I noticed that there was hair on the tray the cupcakes were on, gross! (the workers were handling my food with bare hands and no hair net) I decided to walk around the store a bit, but when I did there was a whole lot of commotion between the workers, seemed to be drama of some sort which I thought was very unprofessional. Even when I was in the room the workers would not stop to greet me. Overall my experience here was horrible and I do not recommend it to anyone! The cupcakes too seemed expensive for what I was getting the frosting was rock hard and the cake part was very dry and old. Do not recommend, next time taking my money elsewhere to a more professional business. read more

The Mr. Nutty cupcake tastes exactly like oompaloompa foreskin. Dank af 10/10 would eat again. Buy this tiny cake

The cupcakes at the cupcakery were really dry/stale. There was too much icing and it was overly sweet and gritty!

I enjoyed the shopping experience here a number of years back. The items they sold were tasteful and unique. So, I was excited at the prospect of revisiting this store on Small Business Saturday, especially because I had a couple birthday gifts to buy. Before I left, I looked online to establish the store hours, but could find nothing. Expecting they might capitalize on SBS by opening early, I arrived at 9:45 AM. Not a soul inside the dark store. I walked around to the front, looking for an hours sign, but only found a sign proclaiming they were "Closed". I sat in my car until 10:02, hoping that would make a difference. Nope. I finally left, disappointed that this store apparently didn't want my business. I understand that small businesses may not be trying to compete with their bigger brothers by opening at some unearthly hour, but is 9:00 AM to much to ask? How about 10:00? Next year hopefully I'll find a different small business to shop at - one that values my business! read more