Union Rec - Ann Arbor (MI)

4 /5 Diana Reyes: - Prices and tips 3/5 although prices are in the high end, is not a high end restaurant they are more on the casual vibe. The system automatically requests a minimum 25% tip (yes you can update but still!), and they charge a 3% credit card fee “to mitigate their costs” but again prices are already on the high end for rice, pork, chicken in their items. -Atmosphere and food 5/5 Great and fun place !! I had it saved on my list of restaurants to visit and I’m not disappointed. Everyone on our table enjoyed the chosen food which had all great flavors, we appreciated the fusion of Korean, Latin, bbq and other. -Service 5/5 Our server Casey was very kind and friendly.

5 /5 Jaime: Recommend! Very nice spot for lunch. We love trying out places while visiting in Ann Arbor and came across Union Rec. Everyone was very welcoming and attentive. The food was delicious, especially my new favorite the jalapeño sweet mash, there is something for everyone on the menu too all styles of food. The atmosphere was very welcoming and comfortable.

5 /5 Aylin Jerkins: Fun and unique atmosphere. Kinda like a circus gypsy feel. The food was very good and the drinks were good. Good service. Unusual womens restroom - sink with two faucets and dimly lit. The Korean BBQ taco and the brisket taco were both amazing. The guacamole was very good. Favorite drink was the rec margarita (pictured with the coconut rim - highly recommend). The almond sour was so-so (too bitter and sweet at the same time). The matcha strawberry was good too (brown looking in the pictures).

3 /5 Lena Simon: Yesterday, I decided to go to Union Rec with coworkers and a client after seeing how the food was displayed on TikTok. Upon entering, I noticed the location is wheelchair accessible, and the staff kindly helped open the doors for the wheelchair. We placed to-go orders and just waited by the front door. When I paid for my food in cash, the waitress asked if I needed change, and I told her that I did. When she returned, I noticed my full change was not given back, so I asked where the rest of it was. She looked at me but didn’t respond and instead continued processing the credit card payments for the rest of the group. After she finished their transactions, I asked again about my change. Typically, I tip well, but since she chose to keep my change without asking and ignored my question, I told the front door host to let her know that the change she kept would be her tip. I’m not sure if it was a math error or her not knowing how to count, but it was disappointing. We eventually got our food and went back to the client’s house. We were all surprised that the tacos didn’t automatically come with any type of sauce on the side. Overall, the food was just okay and not as flavorful as expected. Also the small cup they give of the Mac n cheese was half full. They are pricey for the amount of food you get.

4 /5 Zach Hose: Union Rec is interesting because it feels like they almost have too much going on. The menu is a mix of southern BBQ, TexMex, and Asian. This isn’t necessarily bad and it can be nice to have options, however, it can also feel slightly chaotic. I ordered the Sesame Chicken Rice Bowl from the specials menu and it was good! Honestly was very pleasantly surprised so that was good! The portion size is fair but for the price doesn’t quite feel worth it. It was rather pricey for the food you get but not awful. Overall, Union Rec was fine. Not a must go but not bad by any means!