CLOSING for good on March 22! Very sad about this since there are very few good restaurants in this area. This place was always packed with people. read more

Came here after a recommendation from someone at O'Conners in Tawas, they said get the specials, so we did. Today's special was a prime rib wrap sangwich. It was good but a little fatty. We paid an extra $3 for the o-rings, they were battered and good. Also on the specials was a chicken schwarma sangwich, it was good. They gave us the toom garlic sauce on the side. The fries were just ok, a little soggy. I am guessing because the fryer wasn't hot enough or couldn't keep up. Third special we had was the fried perch. It was 1/2 lb of lake perch, nice small filets cooked well. Coleslaw and fries were as expected, but the fries again could use some improvement. It was pricey for $25; but I still ordered it. Our service was awesome, they had 1 girl for the whole floor, and she had a huge 20+ party, and a full dining room. The dining room looks untouched in forever, but that's ok for here. The bathroom had cool old license plates and chalk board to write on. I removed the profanity and phone numbers. I'd come back here again for a solid meal if in the area. read more

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Upon a recommendation from friends, we visited Rainbow Gardens for the first time. It was also recommended that we always get the specials for the day, which we did. Chicken Shwarma sandwich and Prime Rib wrap were our choices. Both were very good, seasoning was balanced and the temperature was just right.. The sides, fries and onion rings, were fine but nothing to write home about. The atmosphere was basic, the service was good. I'd definitely come back. read more

Rainbow Gardens - Prime Rib Wrap, 4/24 - American Near Me - National City, Michigan

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Great food and amazing service! Love the specials and the pie is always changing and always amazing !

Long time patrons back to previous owners still has good walleye dinners, good burgers, and good pizzas (which my dad (grandpa Lyle) called gorilla food in jest. read more

Always great food! I get the Kitchen Sink Pizza every time; however, after years of eating here pretty regularly, we just discovered that the burgers are awesome too! Always great service and cold beer as well! read more

"The Rainbow" is one of the better places in the area. Most everything on the menu is pretty good. I do have to say that I think it was better a few years ago, but it's still a decent place to eat. They no longer have a few menu items that I used to enjoy. They replaced the perch with bluegill, which is not an improvement in my opinion. They used to have really good combo meals (like prime rib and walleye) too but no longer do that. The specials change regularly and are usually good. It also doesn't seem as busy as it once was a few years ago. Most talk is that it's good but used to be better. All in all, I still like the Rainbow and will continue to dine there. read more

Highly recommend. This restaurant has great specials, good food from home cooked type meals to pizza. We've never been disappointed!

The food was tasty and fresh. It wasn't salty! The fries were excellent and portions were good sized and priced reasonably. We can't compare to other's here as we've only been here about 4 times this year. In our opinion, it's a great place when considering other options around Tawas. It's a good family run place and the service was prompt. They offer Keno and drink specials for those interested. The lighting is good and the bathrooms clean. This is a restaurant that we plan to keep on our list. read more

The fish was not at all as good as people say. The cost is out of line for what you receive. Probably won't go back for food and if I did I would not recommend Friday fish read more

Had fish dinners here 6/7/24. Excellent perch and trout. Had the pizza the previous week - also good. Friendly staff. Definitely returning to this restaurant. read more

I haven't had bluegill since my mom was alive and would fish it herself. This brought back so many memories. Thanks, we will return.

I have been here many times in my life and it's always had great service and food. A lot of the staff know my family by name because we have been here so many times read more

Disappointing dinner. Bluegill and Walleye. Bluegill was good, Walleye had off flavor, didn't eat more after one bite. Limited menu, sandwiches, pizza etc. no steaks on menu. read more

Been a regular for years. Good food, particularly the breasted wings. Good drinks. I alway see someone I know there. Nice to get away from town in the summer and hang with other locals. read more

I got the special meatloaf sandwich it was excellent service was great just a great experience

Good food , the menu has been down sized since previous visit but still delicious food. They have a beer selection second to none. The wait staff is always great. We really enjoy going there. read more

Love this place; great food, good service, excellent beer selection. A GF just moved to National City and I WILL be back when we visit!

The drive out here can be an absolute hoot. Actually at night it can be a little creepy. My advice is to take a reliable car because if your car breaks down you may not experience another soul for miles or hours. Plus, because the road is narrow and the forest growth is thick watch out for jumping suicidal deer or what not. I'm told there's a lot of prancing death wishes in this area. The Rainbow Garden is exactly the type of restaurant you'd expect to find feeding hungry people in the middle of nowhere. It's very bright, very open, has a few arcade machines, and it has a separate bar area. There's old B & W photos on the walls of local days gone past. With a name like Rainbow Garden I suppose one might think they specialize in Chinese food, but they don't. They actually serve basic American comfort food. The restaurant is known for their broasted chicken so that's what I ordered. When in Rome, right? It was very good and reasonably priced. We even ordered some deep fried Oreos and they were very good too. Yes it's that type of place. When in Rome, again. Dinners with sides run approximately $9 to $17 each. And yes, they have perch on the menu (it's a up north Michigan thing). So as you might imagine the Rainbow Garden really isn't a good place to take a first date. But if you and your family or buddies are willing to make a road trip off the beaten path and aren't in need of any ambiance or pretentiousness, then this restaurant could very well be for you. read more

I've always loved this little spot in the woods growing up in such a rural area, it has always been a trademark of my childhood coming to the Rainbow. Although in the new year, new owners have taken over and I'm not as impressed as before. The pizza here is still to die for. My personal favorite is Thursdays: Philly Day. The waitresses are all very friendly. However, I have became a regular here due to convenience in the last couple months; The man that runs this place is very friendly to everybody that walks in but has never said a word to me. Maybe I'm taking it personally. Although I have gotten agitated with not being adknowledged 8/10 would recommend for the food aspect read more

Rainbow Gardens - a plate of food with french fries - American Near Me - National City, Michigan

Excellent in many ways. Owner is all in. Service is great. Vince knows how to cook and customers know it. Gotta try this place. Worth the short drive. read more

Good food, good general menu plus great pizza and broasted chicken and 1# broached pork steak.

Good place to grab a bit. Friendly wait staff. Good food. I like their pizza and their fish is great too.

For those of you thinking this is a Chinese Buffet given the name, you will NOT find General Tso's Chicken here but, you WILL find the Colonel's mashed potatoes... unfortunately. This review is for those who are looking to mix it up from the local Tawas or Au Gres area. I would recommend you stay with what you know. Outside of the off tasting water versus what we are used to, the really not good mashed potatoes served and the complete void of ambience the place is just fine. BUT, if you are about to drive 20 minutes out there instead of going back to your same old haunt, go back to the old haunt. My baked walleye was good as was the roast beef my husband chose. No complaints on those. (The walleye was a little boring but it's baked, my husband thought the roast beef was solid.) The service was good with no complaints there either. But worth the drive from your local favorite, no, I don't think so. read more

Found myself up in Au Gres for the weekend for the first time. When discussing dinner options with our host, the pizza was touted as being the best in the area though it was a drive. Decided that it was worth giving it a try Warmed up with a couple drinks while waiting for the pizza that was totally worth the drive and wait. Even when heated up later back at home, it tasted just as good. Another testament for the quality of the food was that in the dead of winter, in practically the middle of nowhere, it was packed! Whenever I find myself here or passing through, I will definitely be stopping in again! read more

Wow...I mean WOW. The food here is amazing. I've eaten here several times under the new owner and each time I've come away impressed. The pizza is fantastic, the broasted chicken is delicious, and if you're undecided...get whatever the chef special is, cause it's always amazing. The service is prompt, attentive, & friendly and they have an awesome selection of beer. Couldn't give a higher recommendation. read more

If you enjoy eating in a cafeteria atmosphere with plenty of noise, this is your joint. I had the house special salad: All white iceberg lettuce with no imagination and canned mushrooms on top.........CANNED MUSHROOMS.....who puts canned mushrooms on a salad. No ambiance, get-in-get-out service and an owner who roams around like a little (fat) Napolean barking out orders to the staff. My dining partner had the fish dinner and he said it was okay. This is definitely a Northern-Redneck joint. read more

Good food and drinks. They do a good job on waiting on you. We like this restaurant . It's a drive from AuGres but that's all right Rainbow Gardens is worth it to me. read more

I've been there twice this summer and both times I had the perch / walleye combination dinner. It was very good and they give you a nice portion of both fish. A friend has since told me there pizza and broasted chicken is the best around. I plan to try the chicken next time I got there. read more

Very good food, fair priced, cash only. Worth the drive to National City. I like the fish and how clean the place is. read more

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The best. The best. Pizza is very good, stix are good too. Wanna know what to get? The fish. They have fish and chips (essentially). it is quite good. Pretty much everything is good. And the owner is always there. Coincidence? read more

So disappointed! Paid $16 for a small pizza they call a medium and wish we would of never stopped. Rock hard crust terrible sauce and bacon that was old and greasy! As bad as it comes. read more

Rainbow Gardens - a half eaten pizza in a box - American Near Me - National City, Michigan

Good food! Their pizza is awesome! Service is prompt and the atmosphere is very nice. 5/5 would recommend read more

Rainbow Gardens is my favorite "off the grid" restaurant. Our family and friends eat here several times a year. From pizza to burgers or broasted chicken to fish - it's a winner. Also, their bar selection is large. Did I mention this place is in the middle of nowhere? But all the locals eat here because it's clean, fair price, and full bar. Also, there is a bar section and separate dinner area with games for the kids in the back. Probably will regret posting on Yelp this place even exists. read more

We are from Detroit and always on the hunt for good fish. The perch was excellent, mashed potatoes and gravy right on and slaw was tasty. Our waitress Judy was very friendly and the prices very reasonable. Their beer selection is top notch, and includes several great Michigan brews. Aside from the lights being too bright, everything else was great. read more

It's out in the middle of nowhere, but well worth the trip. They're known for their pizza and perch. In fact, on Friday nights the line is out the door, primarily because of their fish specials. I ordered the perch dinner, which was very good. The breading on the perch had a good flavoring, not too heavy. Dinner came with a slice of Texas toast and two sides. I chose the baked potato and steamed broccoli, which were delicious. They have a great selection of beer, and many Michigan beers as well. The waitstaff was friendly and attentive. Decor is "Texas Roadhouse meets K of C Hall." The prices were reasonable too. We will be back to try their pizza. read more

This is our favorite restaurant when we visit Tawas City. The kitchen sink pizza is the family favorite. I myself love the Italian sub. When we stopped in the last time we got the nachos and those didn't stand up to the kitchen sink pizza. If you stop in you have to get the pizza. Be prepared to wait for a table and your food. They usually are extremely packed and once you taste the food you will know why. It is in the middle of nowhere, but worth the trip. The owner is very friendly and usually walks around and greets everyone. This is a hidden gem. read more

Great place for Michigan beer and Michigan perch. Everything else is good on the menu as well.

Top notch. The food was great. Would recommend to anyone looking for good food and a casual atmosphere,,,

The Fabulous Rainbow Room in Glitzy National City! I always love coming here. Wonderful service and amazing pizza. I've never gotten anything here other than the pizza and cheesy bread, but once you try it you'll see why and you'll never go back to ordering regular food. I've never found better pizza anywhere else. The staff is always extremely friendly and accommodating. It is definitely not the fanciest place, but it's worth the trip. read more