Excellent service and delicious food! This review is from our visit back in June when hubby and I sat at the bar and Cassie was our server/bartender. Cassie was very friendly right from the start. Made for a very enjoyable meal. I had the blackened salmon, dinner with Jasmine rice and steamed broccoli and hubby had the fish and chips. Both dinners were delicious and enough food to take home for a second meal. Heading back there tonight for a birthday dinner. Unless There is something new on the menu, I'll be ordering the blackened salmon dinner once again and I'm sure hubby will order the fish and chips. I'll update this review if there's anything new to report! read more

Ford's Garage Utica - Fish and chips - Bars Near Me - Utica, Michigan

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Awesome food, great burgers Fast, friendly service Burgers are always yummy ! . read more

Ford's Garage Utica - Bars Near Me - Utica, Michigan

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From the moment you enter the parking lot and your car rolls over the line that rings like in the old days to alert that you have arrived so the men would come out to pump gas for you and check your oil (sigh, I miss the good ol' days and the finer touches) you know you are in for a unique dining experience. There are so many fine touches that make this a destination restaurant for any family event, or celebration. I am eager to bring my friends here when they visit Michigan. It is very interesting from the tire sinks in the bathroom, to the oil rag napkins, to the Model T sitting in the dining room, you will want to share this experience with someone. I came alone (my dining partner, my precious mom, passed away 7 months ago so I mostly dine solo these days) on a Sunday at 3pm and did not have to wait to be seated. My server was very friendly, efficient, and professional but I didn't appreciate that I felt like I was at Hooters as her tattoo bosoms were ready to fall out of her cute little outfit. I mean huge ones with no coverage until down to the you know whats. I had to do some fancy eye work to avoid staring at them...it was uncomfortable. BUT hey, I'm sure plenty of other would like this 'display'. But she was a very good server and I appreciated that. I loved the 'experience' the food was very so/so. My burger was clearly a frozen patty, something you might find at Kroger. The burger arrived 'warm' with cheese barely melted. The fries were standard. Meh. My wine was served chilled in a nice glass. So one star taken off for the food, which I found underwhelming. I will say they do have a nice selection to choose from on the menu. Overall, I won't run back for the food but I will run back to treat my friends to the experience. read more

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We had an excellent experience at Ford's Garage and will definitely be back! I ordered the Bison Burger with fries, and it was absolutely delicious. My wife had the Patty Melt and really enjoyed it as well. For drinks, I had the Woodford Old Fashioned, which was well-made and paired great with the meal, while my wife loved the No Octane Dirty Soda. Our boys ordered the grilled chicken sandwich and the fish planks, both served with tater tots. They enjoyed everything, but the tater tots were definitely the biggest hit at the table! To top it all off, we shared the Brookie Sundae for dessert, and it was amazing. The perfect way to end a great meal. What really made the visit memorable was our server. She was friendly, attentive, and went above and beyond to make our family feel welcome. One of our favorite moments was when she took one of our boys behind the bar to honk the horn, he loved it! Great food, great drinks, great service, and a fun atmosphere for families. Highly recommend Ford's Garage! read more

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I can't even begin to express how disappointing this outing was, but it was just about as bad as I expected it to be, and I'm glad I got it out of my system and we'll never have to come back! Early dinner around 4pm on a Saturday and this place is still PACKED months after opening... but I just don't get it! There's no vibe; just a gimmicky interior where staff wear button up gas station shirts and give you shop rags instead of napkins. The staff were all friendly, but the service was lackluster and slow. The food is all Sysco type garbage... I had the bison burger with a side of onion rings. The burger as a whole was flavorless; the toppings were bland, cheese was waxy and the bun just tasted burnt because they "brand" the top of it with their logo. The most inexcusable thing of all was the fact that I got SIX frozen onion rings on the side... SIX. How in the world is that acceptable? Super mediocre. Don't waste your time... Just another monolithic chain that has no soul. Edit: Minus one star for them wanting to "make it right" AFTER the visit... Boo. read more

Ford's Garage Utica - Side order of onion rings... they're frozen, and I got 6... - Bars Near Me - Utica, Michigan

Had Mushroom Swiss burger. It was cooked correctly but didn't have enough of the Aioli which made dry and not very flavorful. Upgraded regular fries for truffle and they were plentiful but lacking in flavor. This is my second time here and everything is OK. The Ford theme is really cool but food is really not. read more

Was here a while back with my in-laws. It's a good chill vibe here. Their onion rings are super crunchy and is a good amount for sharing, but wish they used a lighter batter than the panko. My go to is their blackened salmon. My husband enjoys their hamburger and fries. read more

We had an ok experience here for weekday dinner. They have some of the entrees lower priced until 6, and some happy hour drinks. We had to wait over 10 mins after sitting down to get a server, even though staff were everywhere. They were asking "is this table new?" so it seems they were confused about what was going on. They did accommodate a swap request (grilled chicken instead of crispy) so I was happy with my meal. I was also happy with the prices. The food is standard American. We were only there just over an hour and 2 different managers both stopped at our table twice to ask if everything is good. Never have I had 4 check ins from a manager during an hour long meal. read more

Ford's Garage Utica - Grilled chicken sandwich - Bars Near Me - Utica, Michigan

Ford's Garage on Hall Road absolutely nailed it! The drinks were amazing, and the menu had so many delicious options that it was hard to choose. What impressed me most was the incredible attention to detail--the entire restaurant stays true to its garage theme, right down to using actual shop rags as napkins! It's such a fun, unique atmosphere, and the food and drinks make the experience even better. I'll definitely be back! read more

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Booked a reservation for a table of four on a Thursday at 6:15 PM but unfortunately we weren't seated until 7:30 PM, even though our entire party had arrived on time. It did feel like other groups who voiced complaints were seated sooner, but I'm not usually one to speak up. Once we were finally seated, everything turned around. Our server, Mia, was truly one of the best we've had in a long time--attentive, helpful, and so friendly. The food, as always, was absolutely divine and cooked perfectly. I ordered the Americana 1/3 lb burger with the garlic aioli on the side, and it was pure perfection. Aside from the long wait to be seated, everything else about our visit was wonderful. We'll definitely be back. read more

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My parents wanted to dine at Ford's Garage for lunch on a random day before Christmas. Having been to a different location previously, I thought I knew what to expect...I was somewhat wrong. Good: just as good, if not better. Loved my salad, and my husband's G & T was better than average. Personnel: Taylor at the bar was fun and personable. Needs major improvement: the wait for food. Again, we were here for lunch, not dinner. Took well over an hour to receive food after ordering, at least 1 hr 15 min... and this was sitting at the bar! No compensation, free app or drink, nothing. I was super hangry. *Apparently* compensation for long orders occurs after 1.5 hours?! We were just shy of that. WTF Though it's a nostalgic atmosphere, waiting THAT LONG for food is ridiculous, and frankly unacceptable. Dine elsewhere in you're in the area! read more

Ford's Garage Utica - Car above the bar - Bars Near Me - Utica, Michigan

The fact that this place has this high of a rating is surprising. The food was average to below average- flavor was not there. Definitely felt like a frozen patty. The cars and local names are a fun add but perhaps the other locations have better quality of food. This was not worth it when you have so many other options in this area. That's my opinion though because this place is always packed! read more

Ford's Garage Utica - Burger - Bars Near Me - Utica, Michigan

Great place for burgers. The estate burger has been my favorite, as I really like the red onion marmalade, and it has a great balance of flavors. My wife is a huge fan of the jiffy burger. The peanut butter is not too overpowering on it. I've also tried the smoked brisket burnt ends melt. It was okay. It's a pretty heavy entree, and I think the burgers tend to be better. We also very much enjoyed the soft pretzel sticks, which came out almost too hot to touch. read more

I just don't get it. This probably isn't the place for me. We went on a Saturday at 4 and there's still a line out the door. We had a reservation so we didn't have to wait. Service was slow. Our server was very friendly and nice but he was slow. I don't know if he had too many tables, it was just very slow for everything. Lots of choices on the menu, so there is something for everyone. I had the Mac and cheese with buffalo chicken. It was hot. It wasn't awful, just very meh and unforgettable. Not the worst meal I ever had, but nothing has me wanting to go back. It was textbook chain restaurant with meh food. read more

I was (and still) so excited that Ford's Garage opened on this side of town. Their only other location in Michigan's all the way in Dearborn and I literally never get out that way. This place is about 15 to 20 minutes from me, which is great! Walking in, the decor is fabulous. Automotive themed, lots of good food and plenty of people. My friend and I were seated right away and even though I normally go with a burger here, I switched it up a little bit. I split an appetizer of the pretzel sticks with my friend, which were delicious by the way. Kind of greasy, but good. I also got the French Onion Soup, which was delicious as well. My only "complaint" was the shrimp appetizer. While it was good, the sauce on top wasn't very good and I think it was previously frozen shrimp. It didn't look good without the sauce. I know this because I accidently flipped one over by mistake and I was like "that looks weird." but ate it anyway. It wasn't bad, just rather a bland sauce and not so great. I do love coming here as they do a good job with everything. Parking is great and even when it's busy they seem to manage the crowds. I will gladly return in the future. read more

Best burgers, especially when embroided via grill iron with their name! Very good mixed drinks as well if that's something that suits your interests read more

OUTSTANDING BURGERS!!!! OMG BECKY!!! I loved the decor and the service was awesome. I highly recommend this place. Go Early or you will wait. One of the best cheeseburgers out there right now. read more

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The vintage, automotive-themed atmosphere is captured from the moment you walk to front entrance and the inside features details of original Ford automobiles, giving a creative touch. One stand out detail is the ice rail along the bar to keep your drinks cold. That was the coolest (literally ) feature I've seen in a restaurant! Their happy hour special is Mon-Friday from 2-6p and comes with a classic hamburger, crispy chicken sandwich, or pulled pork sandwich with fries and a tall draft beer for $10, truly an unbeatable deal. And despite how busy it was, the service was fast and friendly. My crispy chicken sandwich came with a branded Ford's Garage bun, and was perfectly crisp and juicy. Next time instead of upgrading to the onion rings, which were quite overcooked, I would like to try the fries that looked delicious. read more

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We were a table of 4 with reservations for 5:30 on a Friday. The place was packed but likely because families with young kids came in early for dinner. We were seated right at our reservation time so that was nice. We've been to the one in Novi, MI and the one in Orlando, FL and have had good experiences in those locations. This was no different. The decor is very much an ode to all things automotive and the motor city. Even the exterior had 2 old Ford replicas at a replica gas pump. You are immersed in the experience the moment you arrive. We were there early enough to order from their happy hour menu so I got the Blue Oval Margarita and hubby got an Old Fashioned. My Margarita was very good - I ordered it frozen with salt on the rim. It was fruity and tasty...and served in a pint glass so it was a big drink. Hubby's Old Fashioned was served with crushed ice instead of an ice ball. He often gets them and didn't find this particularly unique but it wasn't bad. For our meals, I got the Pulled Pork Mac N Cheese and he got the Brisket Ranchero Roadster. My Mac n cheese was very good - the cheese was especially tasteful with the hint of beer but not overly thick so it balanced nicely with the taste of the pulled pork. Hubby liked his burger but there was not a lot of brisket on it to create a unique flavor palette. This location was very busy but the servers never seemed put out with any of our requests - everyone was happy to be there. We will return again! read more

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We came here on a Wednesday about 1:30 and the place was packed! I've been to the Fords Garage in Dearborn and wanted to see how this new one compares. I like this new Utica location better! The wait was about 10 minutes and the hostess was very nice. The waitress was very friendly and high energy. She seemed like she likes her job which is a good sign!! My friend got the jiffy burger which was a burger with peanut butter on it. He liked it but said that there was too much peanut butter and next time he would have them put less on. I got the chop shop salad with thousand island dressing and it was really delicious. I mean for a salad I was impressed. There were a lot of ingredients and they were all chopped up like you would expect with a "chopped " salad. I would definitely get that again. We will definitely be coming back here again. read more

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Came here for our company Christmas lunch. First off Tyler did a great job as our server. The interior was cool. I was glad they had yuengling on tap. We shared the shrimp, cheese curds and onion rings apps. The shrimp was good not that spicy the boom boom sauce was on the mild side. The cheese curds were ok wouldn't get those again. The funnel of onion rings were bland. I ordered the chop shop salad. They really chopped that salad almost to nothing. The chicken was good and so was the garlic dressing. But the rest of the salad was chopped to smithereens. I'm glad I came but probably won't come back. The Yuengling was the highlight. read more

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New location for this chain. The restaurant hasn't been open long. There was about a 25 minute wait in the middle of the afternoon, so it is a popular location on Hall rd. Service was mediocre. We had more attention from the girl bussing the tables than our waitress. Ordered a Diet Coke still didn't have it after our appetizers were delivered. I had to ask for it again in order to get it. Appetizers arrived by the food runner, but we never had plates brought to the table so thankfully the girl bussing the tables brought some for us. Appetizers were very good. We had wings and pretzels. The wings were huge. With a good amount of sauce. Pretzels were very hot when served. The beer cheese that came with them was very good, just not enough for the four pretzels. Burgers were just okay. I ordered mine medium rare, but it was served barely medium. It was still juice at least. Not a lot of flavor to the meat and it was just warm. The bun was surprisingly very cold. It was fresh and soft, but cold as if it just came out of refrigeration. It would have expected it to be toasted or at least warm with the logo seared on it. The fries were also just warm, I wish they would have been hotter. They lacked salt. One of us ordered a Patty melt without the dressing but it was still served with the dressing. The dressing was mixed in with the caramelized onions so we had to send it back to get it corrected. Overall disappointing trip besides the appetizers. The numbers: Burger Cooke & flavor: 16 Burger presentation: 8 Bun quality: 8 Toppings: 8 Fries: 5 Price: 8 Ambiance/ service: 6 Total: 59 read more

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Third Ford's Garage location we have been to and honestly can say the food an experience has been consistent across all locations! I am a sucker for brioche hamburger buns so I always get a burger. And these guys can cook a burger - so when you say you want it cooked medium, you ARE going to get it cooked medium. Five stars given cuz they can cook a burger as requested and as compared to other similar restaurants of price and food offered. read more

I was not impressed with the staff upon my arrival. There were four people behind the hostess stand and not one greeted me. I finally just asked if the rest of my party was there, and was led to a table. I love the ambiance! The car theme throughout is such a nice touch right down to the napkin rings and if you go, check out the bathrooms! The food was very good as well. We ordered espresso martinis- so yum! The pretzel appetizer is good, the chili has a little heat. I'd order the chicken sandwich again & of course, the seared logo on top of the bun is a nice touch! read more

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I have to say I really enjoyed this place. The burgers are great as well as the service. The men's bathroom is worth seeing

The French onion soup is Amazing, the first time I went, I ordered a patty melt and French onion soup, we did order appetizers (the fried pickles), loved them !! Second time, I ordered the Cod, I'm not a fan, it seemed as though it was double battered, after I peeled the batter from the fish, it was fine .. we ordered appetizers & they were all delicious ! Waitress was great and the service was excellent, Ambiance is great for any age .. but make a reservation, it gets really busy, I would definitely go back .. read more

Fords has great food and good service. If you come in in a Monday or Wednesday go up to the bar to see Amber. She always poors a great beer with a smile. read more

Ford's Garage Utica - Voodoo ranger - Bars Near Me - Utica, Michigan

Unique ambience included lots of Ford paraphernalia. Our server, Haley was personable, very accommodating and efficient. Food average and a bit overpriced ($15.99+ for burgers). Worth experiencing mainly for the ambiance, but likely would not return. Onion rings varied in consistency: Several were lukewarm likely sitting for some time while several other rings were piping hot on the same plate. Slightly discouraged because the week before reservations were not taken, but luckily now they are accepted on the website, as there was more than a 30 minute wait at 5 PM -Pretty crowded for a Wednesday night, but probably because it's new to the neighborhood. Happy hour at the bar only. Many of the parking spots were blocked off, but we later learned there was a car event that evening. read more

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Out of town we here and wasn't sure what I was in for. Kristen and Jacqui were fantastic! Excellent food and excellent service. Highly recommended and excited for the new menu items in May! Kristin and Jacqui, you two are the best and greatest! read more

Not my kind of restaurant...maybe good for young people. Food way too expensive and quality not great, loaded with flavor-enhanced Bbq sauce, too salty and greasy burgers. The dirty-looking blue cloth rags used for napkins were unacceptable and when I asked for a paper napkin I was told only small bar napkins. The loud "Ooga"-horn blowing when ever a big tip was left at the bar was nerve wracking and decor over the top automotive stuff. Won't be going back. read more

You pay a lot for the atmosphere and decor. $24 (before tip) for a burger, chips and non-alcohol beer. Burger was overdone, 'homemade' chips were pretty good but nothing to write home about. Will not be back. read more

"Solid food, fun vibes, and gearhead flair!" My first time at Ford's Garage and I have to say--it was a pretty cool experience! I made reservations because even on a Tuesday it was packed. The place is decked out like a vintage service station, complete with gas pumps, tire sinks in the bathrooms, and car parts all over. Super cool. Definitely a fun atmosphere, especially if you're into cars or just want something a little different from your average burger joint. Appetizers- Shrimp - They were crispy on the outside but still tender inside. Not too spicy, the only thing that is hot is the red says that is drizzled on the shrimp . Definitely worth adding on as a side or shared appetizer. Onion Rings - Thick-cut and golden brown. Crunchy without being overcooked, they were crunchy too. They come stacked tall on a funnel, which makes for a fun presentation. Burger - Juicy, flavorful, and cooked just right. I had mine medium well and it was spot-on. The bun was buttery and held together nicely (no falling apart halfway through), and the toppings were fresh. Good portion size too. I was full!!!!!! Service was friendly and attentive, and food came out in a reasonable time even though the place was busy. Would definitely come back to try more of the menu. I hope the hype will die down soon so it's easier to get in. read more

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My co-workers and I had a great time ! Food was delicious, drinks tasty and excellent service from Katelyn. Very cool decor and appreciate the option of booths or tables. Highly recommend! read more

Ford's Garage Utica - Highway 101 Burger - Bars Near Me - Utica, Michigan

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Best Monte Cristo I've ever had. Food was Hot. Wine was extra cold. Twenty minute wait on a Sunday night. Two thumbs up. We liked the regular fries over the truffle fries. read more

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Ordered the cheeseburger from the luncheon menu. 1/3 pound burger came with the usual toppings and I and my table mate rated it as one of the best. I like that you can specify wellness and mine was cooked medium rare as ordered. Service was good and my iced tea was refilled. Down side was the chips that we both tried one and no more. Found out after that you can sub fries, coleslaw and greens at no additional cost. read more

We have tried to get into Ford Garage several times but it was simply too busy. This time we attempted to go mid afternoon and it worked out. We were told there would be a 2 hour wait but we were seated within 30 min. We had a great waiter! Brunch is served until 3pm on Sundays so I excitedly ordered brunch. The chicken and waffles were incredible. read more

Ford's Garage Utica - Sunday Funday, Brunchday! - Bars Near Me - Utica, Michigan

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One of my favorite places to eat at. First time at this location. It's always a long line of people to get in. But today was a great day. Only about 10 minutes to wait. The service is great and Resturant its self inside is spacious and comfortable. Wish they would have more varieties of beer like the one in Dearborn. read more

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There were 5 of us here in February. Burgers, brisket sandwich, pulled pork sandwich, tower of onion rings and lots of food. All delicious and a unique experience as the entire place is themed out with car stuff. For example, the napkins are mechanic wash clothes wrapped with a house clamp. Thank you for the extra effort to make sure my brisket sandwich was ready with everyone else's food. It was fantastic. We can't wait to return. BobbieJo *Sorry no pictures but it was a fun family night and a filling evening. read more

My wife and I love this place. It's always clean and the service is always good. The food and selection is just fantastic. read more

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Went there with my wife for my birthday. We sat at the bar, no wait. The food was amazing great burger and a Monte Cristo. The service was outstanding and the atmosphere was very appropriate for the Motor City. Can't wait to go back! read more

Ford's Garage Utica - Bar area - Bars Near Me - Utica, Michigan

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