Union Rec
545 S Main St, Ann Arbor, MI
Crema's Take
“Union Rec is a vibrant Ann Arbor hangout that brilliantly blends serious coffee craft with an ambitious kitchen spanning Southern BBQ, TexMex, and Asian-inspired dishes, creating a refreshingly unpredictable spot that somehow pulls it all off. The bar seating and attentive staff create an electric energy—especially before big Michigan games—while the wheelchair-accessible space welcomes everyone from laptop warriors to client meetings to families seeking a full breakfast experience. Reviewers consistently rave about the care that goes into both the drinks and the welcoming vibe, making it feel less like a typical coffee shop and more like a genuinely cool gathering spot.”
What to expect
Specialty coffee, with creative signature drinks. A slow-sit, laptop-friendly spot, good for meetings. Full breakfast and light food on the menu. Open late. Family friendly.
Google Reviews
Literally everything was amazing! We sat at the bar and Morgan was our bartender. They were absolutely slammed before the Michigan/Michigan state basketball game and the service felt like we were the only ones there. We will be back! Also, food was amazing. Highly recommend the…
Such a cool place! I’m from out of town, didn’t know what I was walking in to, & was pleasantly blown away. Nice place. Cool staff! Perfect vibe.
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…
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…
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…
Crema Reviews
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