Cute little cafe that is obviously popular with the locals as it was quite busy! We had oatmeal…read morewith blueberries that was amazing as far an oatmeal goes. Cooking oatmeal is an art, they have it down. Also had a farmers omelet and everything inside was grilled which gave it great flavor.

Open at 7 am for breakfast. Seat yourself. Prompt, friendly service. Very plain interior decor…read more Breakfast basics served in large portions. Ordered corned beef hash was mushy. Tiny diced potatoes combined with mushy meat was not what I was expecting. Two large pieces of sour dough toast were good. Ordered 1 egg over easy and it was very undercooked, but I used the toast to sop up the egg yolk. Large portions. Lots of classic breakfast menu items at an affordable price. Plan to pay with cash, no outside food or drinks allowed.

ABSOLUTE BEST WAFFLES I have EVER had!!! You can tell everything is homemade and made with love!read more

From the owner: Who doesn’t LOVE waffles? Husband and wife waffling through…read morelife, serving the best fresh-pressed authentic Belgian waffles. Fresh fruits, homemade syrups and sauces, real whipped cream, custards/curds, AND the most amazing waffle Monte Cristo sandwich you’ve ever had. New menu items added often.

Fantastic food, drinks, and service…read more - - - - - - - - August, 2026 Visit We went on a road trip, from Missouri to Michigan, for a family event, and on Friday night we joined countless others in attending the outdoors concert in downtown Midland, MI. We set up our chairs on the street next to Molasses, near the stage. And... we became hungry and benefitted from Molasses. We were able to order and enjoy the wonderfully tasty burnt ends before they were sold out; we also enjoyed some tasty street corn and some adult and non-alcoholic beverages. The staff is fantastically helpful and friendly. We look to return on our next visit. Thanks, Molasses!

Overall not bad, although I've certainly had better in other places…read more The decor is right on point with what you would expect in a barbecue joint. They all seem to have the country Honky Tonk bar appearance, and I suppose that's what people expect. The staff was reasonably attentive, although they weren't terribly busy the night I've visited so I suppose they didn't have a lot to do, lol. I ordered the ribs with a side of coleslaw. Overall the ribs were fine, but they weren't quite as tender as I'm used to. As I recall the coleslaw was adequate but nothing special. Pricing was a little on the high side, but I get it that it cost money to run a place like this. Overall I don't think I would be inclined to come back.

Ordered catering for a family event. Butterscotch Cookies, Cherry Oatmeal Cookies, Chocolate Chip…read moreCookies, Sugar Cookies, Rice Crispy Treats (my favorite), Gluten free Cheese Cake Brownie Bars, Goody Bars, Cherry Turnovers, Apple turnovers, Cherry Turnovers. Apple Crumb pie and Strawberry Rhubarb pie. Each item was beautifully packed and easy to bring to our event. Delish! Gluten free options available separated in different boxes for those with food allergies. Friendly staff. Timing for the catering was ready as requested. We are really happy with the service and quality of desserts offered.

I have been to the Traverse location and had good experiences, but this location needs help. The…read morewomen's restroom was literally falling apart. The food, service, and ambiance wasn't memorable enough to make the experience worth repeating.

This was very good!!!! Staff were very nice. I am on electric scooter. Restaurant is very clean.read more

Highly recommend this place, worth the drive to Midland. All ingredients are fresh, huge selection…read moreand you fill up your plates or bowls and they grill it in front of you. It's all you can eat, high quality food

Beautiful French-inspired cafe in downtown Midland. We enjoyed a delicious brunch with 9 people,…read moreseated comfortably at the high-top community table. Menu was inventive while also offering something for everyone (traditional American breakfast, pancakes, granola oatmeal). While some staff seemed aloof and about as warm as one would expect to receive as an American in France, our service was excellent and attentive, and the food was prepared impeccably, delivered accurately and at the perfect temperature. Pastries we sampled, including the chocolate croissant and scone, were delightful!

Stellar Food as always! Café Zinc. never disappoints. The café is so quaint and the bakery is so…read moredelicious but the food is absolutely the star. My favorite is the quiche. I do like the assorted flavors, but love the goat cheese, asparagus quiche, the best. Service is always great. This is the best place for Sunday brunch. Mimosa anyone?

Comfort Food Plus Plus…read more - - - - - - - - August, 2026 Visit We went on a road trip, from Missouri to Michigan, for a family event, and on Friday night we joined countless others in attending the outdoors concert in downtown Midland, MI. Our daughter and I returned to the car for a phone battery and saw Proper Taco and immediately went inside. Proper taco looks to be able to support, seemingly, any dietary concern... if it isn't already noted on their menu, I recommend just asking about your needs. There are almost too many tasty items on the menu; after a few minutes, she ordered tacos and I ordered Merv nachos for my wonderful wife and me. While we waited we laughed at the many magnets and other items with humorous quotes on them. We enjoyed this great food back in our seats, at the concert. I can speak to the fact that the Merv tacos are quite nice - great chips with so many flavors on top. Fantastic staff. Fantastic food, leading to my Plus Plus (++) award! Thank you, Proper Taco! We look to return on our next visit.

Holy f'ing delicious. This eclectic, chic, artsy, semi-vulgar decorated and profoundly delicious…read moretaco shop stole my heart with food. The flavors are truly outstanding in every bite, every dip into a sauce... and their staff was so knowledgeable, friendly and went above and beyond to assist when I almost died from eating hotter than hell sauce I shouldn't have tried. Dips & Chips | Clint / Elvis, the Elvis was my favorite - so much flavor! Tacos | Carnita (avocado salsa on the side) / Monte (sub roasted chicken) / Polly / Cleveland (no mushroom, sub Chicken) / Mary / Florida Man (chicken & pork) / Monte (jerk chicken) No other taco in my life has ever compared. Go get a Proper taco, friends.

Exceptional service. Authentic food. Loved it! Great margaritas. I'll be back for sure.read more

The service was slow. We never got our drinks until the food was delivered. The food was cold and…read moretasted horrible. The food was pricey! It was the worst Mexican food we ever had, and we will not be back!

Great stop on our drive home from a weekend op north. Lunch on the patio with a group of 6 and we…read moreall enjoyed the food and beer. Lots of drink options for non beer drinkers too Kara was our server and we received excellent service!

Went on a Monday night, place was nearly empty but there were screens for Monday night football…read more Ordered a flight of beer, raspberry sour, two lactose ipas, and a pumpkin beer that was my favorite. Ordered the lake perch since I was in Michigan and it came with delicious in house tartar sauce with a lot of dill. The coleslaw was also really fresh and crisp, well dressed. The fries are thin enough to be very crispy without crunchy. Served with malt vinegar or ketchup if you ask.

Simple and convenient. I have going here for years. Has everything you need without all the…read morehustle. Prices are fair and very nice staff.

This place has the absolute worst filthiest public restrooms of any of the grocery stores in the…read moreentire county walk in and instantly feel sick with the overwhelming smell of a porta potty that's never been cleaned