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    Union Rec

    3.8 (180 reviews)
    Open 12:00 pm - 10:00 PM
    Updated 1 week ago

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    UNION REC ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Good for groups
    Outdoor seating
    Happy hour specials

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    Amenda K.

    I really enjoyed my first experience at Union Rec! Vibes were 5 stars and the food a 4.5. The space is huge and has such a hip, vibey, moody, and retro feel to it. It feels like a perfect spot for University of Michigan students or families looking for a bite. I honestly can't remember which two tacos I ordered, but they were incredibly flavorful and delicious. I also got a side of the Union mac & cheese, which was PHENOMENAL. I originally couldn't understand how a full order of the mac & cheese could be $22, but after trying it, I get it. Thankfully, the side was only $6, which satisifed my mac & cheese craving. The service was quick, and our server was very kind and attentive. There's a parking lot available. Overall, I loved my first experience here. The vibes and the food were great, what more could you ask for?!

    Three carne asada tacos
    Sue H.

    I really love the look of the bright and light wood interior. I can't believe this was a lumber yard! Quirky furnishings and interesting decor are on all walls and pillars. Tents over the booths lend to the campout feel. Bouncy server Janie came by to get drink orders and acted genuinely apologetic that there was no happy hour on Sunday afternoons. I tried the painkiller anyway ($14.50), it is a frozen cocktail already made in a so no customizing. It was strong and boozy, with a little coconut and it tasted just right! I failed to take its' picture before consuming most of it. Spouse order a Cherry bomb blonde ale, and newly graduated college boy stuck with water. Our server kept up with water refills, and we sampled a variety of things. We started with the sweet pea guacamole which was a large portion of avocado and peas with some chili lime pepitas on top. Aside from some really large strings of cilantro, we enjoyed the guacamole. The chips were plentiful. We did not order the large side of salsa just a small side cup which we managed to stretch for three dinners. I ordered two tacos and a side of sweet potato mash. One carne asada one pollo asada taco, both had tender tidbits of meat, and surprisingly I preferred the chicken. The beef had a green sauce on it that is just too tart for my liking, and I should have ordered it without the sauce. The chicken had a little bit of guacamole and I preferred the sauce. There were double corn tortillas, which were very thick and appeared to be stiff out of a package with little preparation. I was able to consume each of my tacos fully with only one tortilla wrapped around it and they didn't fall apart. The slightly jalapeno flavored, but very very rich with butter and cream, sugary sweet potatoes were so good I could not stop eating them. Highly recommend! Son who loves green sauce had three carne asada tacos which he piled with the remaining guacamole and consumed in nothing flat. Burp! Spouse had the double stack cheese burger with the Chipotle mayo on the side. He really enjoyed it and ate almost all of the French fries too. Although we did not have room for dessert, all three menu desserts sounded really interesting and I would like to try them at another time!

    Look at how unique these options are!
    Radhika R.

    I have been coming here since they opened! I adore this place for ambiance, food, drinks and service. This place is top notch. The menu updates from time to time , and always stays full of delicious options. Preston is amazing and keeps me full on food as well as drinks. Ask for Preston! Try the Jobbie nooner.

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    Kyna V.

    Food is okay, good presentation though. Servers were really nice and this place is very cute. Their drinks were also very yummy and they have good happy hour deals.

    Mac and cheese side dish
    Grace K.

    Had a decent time at Union Rec! I came here with a friend for dinner - I ordered the nachos with pulled pork and my friend ordered the chicken tinga taco and mac and cheese. The nachos were enormous. I had leftovers and made about 3 meals out of them. The sauce on the nachos was perfectly savory and zesty with a generous amount of cheese. My friend loved her taco and mac and cheese. The ambiance was cute inside with a backyard camping theme. There were tents, an "indoor fire," and couches if you prefer less formal seating. The staff were friendly and helpful with giving us recommendations from the menu. Will definitely be back!

    Elissa P.

    Ambiance is hip! I have been here a number of times (4times) for trivia! I will say the first time I came I was not impressed with food (2 star) but I have tried something different each time and finally I will say chicken tortilla soup and the chicken Tinga taco are the best (5stars) ! I also enjoyed the coconut margarita. Trivia is always a good time. And the waitress' and hosts are very accommodating and helpful with selecting food and drinks!

    Pulled Pork by the 1/2 pound
    Kendall B.

    we were seated quickly and received our food quickly as well! the ambiance was very cute and cozy. I ordered the pulled pork and it was pretty good. It seems like they have recently changed the portions and the menu, which is a con.

    Esther L.

    This was our first meal after arriving in Ann Arbor. The portion size of the nachos was good and we liked that the margarita could be ordered in a pitcher and they brought out as many glasses as we wanted to share. There was a bit too much salt on the rim of the glasses though The cauliflower bites were pretty sad and the portion size was even sadder. The salad was definitely unique in what was in it. The poutine was a bit underwhelming. In general, the price was quite high for the quality and quantity and left much to be desired.

    Chelsea C.

    Came here on a gloomy Friday evening after work. Surprisingly not busy for what I've heard about the location. Ambiance was festive but not lively or overwhelming. Wasn't too pleased with the food to be completely honest... I am gluten-free and from looking online, the menu looked promising. However, we learned it is a shared fryer, so the majority of the items That are labeled gluten-free are not...if they are to be fried. This goes for tortilla chips! Thankfully, the pulled pork and beans within the bowl were tasty, but they were touching a fried item so I had to stay clear of what was on that part of the plate. Drinks were good though! Little too pricey for the experience

    Rec Burger
    Christina H.

    This was a cute little pre football game spot during our recent visit in Ann Arbor! It's huge with a ton of seating. My husband and I both ordered burgers and they did not disappoint. I also tried one of their seasonal drinks and it was delicious! Our waitress was friendly and helpful. They were very busy but food still came out quick. My only complaint is that it did take a while to be seated even with a reservation.

    Bandeja bowl
    Chelsea V.

    Eclectic atmosphere with good service. The bandeja bowl with pulled pork was delicious. Drink selection was great. The kids were given crayons and activities. Overall a fun delicious dinner

    Guava/mango tea
    Christopher F.

    We came in for lunch around 11am, was seated promptly. As you walk in you see signs for 5 for $5 bites, however, this is only for happy hour from 2-5 disappointing but understand they really should post the time or happy hour only. We ordered the cauliflower bbq bites to start and they were pretty tasty flash fried for crispness. We decided to share a half pound of bbq brisket and try two of their tacos on soft corn. First the good the tacos were pretty solid pricey at $5.5 and $6 per taco but at least they are filling. The Korean pulled pork tacos where good however besides the vinegar based slaw which was good there was nothing in the pulled pork that identified it as Korean, no sesame, no gojuchang, so a bit confusing but overall a decent taco. I preferred the pollo asado taco, much more flavorful sauces. The soft corn tortilla was good and not as dry as some other places. Now the absolute worst part of the meal was the beef brisket really dry definitely did not come out fresh they probably took left over brisket and reheated it. Two things the presentation looks awful the ratio of meat to the size of the tray is visually off putting should definitely use a smaller tray. Second it's one thing to use reheated brisket in a sandwich or a ramen, but when serving it by the pound like a bbq establishment the brisket needs to be spot on and it was very lackluster. If rating by the brisket alone at best 2 out 5, something you would be ok with reheating at home, but coming to a place that offers bbq they should be embarrassed to serve that. Please check the video I posted will demonstrate what I am saying to be true. The cornbread served with it was really good. I would give this place another try but not for the bbq. Their bbq sauces were pretty good my favorite was the South Carolina.

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    Great service by bar tenders! Food came fast and they were very attentive. Love the atmosphere

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    Great casual restaurant over by U of M stadium. LOTS of seating, food usually comes up fast and definitely group friendly.

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    Preston was a fantastic server! Food was great and beers were great as well. Super cute place!

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    The tacos were very tasty. We also love the cauliflower. And Brandon was a very attentive and thoughtful server.

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