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Cafe Zinc, Midland, MI
Cafe Zinc, Midland, MI
Cafe Zinc, Midland, MI
Cafe Zinc, Midland, MI
Cafe Zinc, Midland, MI

Cafe Zinc

4.7
4.7
766 Reviews
$31 to $50
Contemporary American
Please Note: Any OpenTable Reservations made for Café Zinc are for our indoor dining only, and are not for our Outdoor Dining Pods. To make reservations for our H Hotel Dining Pods please visit https://www.opentable.com/r/h-hotel-dining-pods-midland


The world of chemistry works on an elemental level. Now experience what happens to your world when the elements work for you. A modern, 40 seat casual dining restaurant - Café Zinc is designed and themed to represent a French bistro setting. Our French pastry Chef prepares a daily assortment of house made pastries and breads for use in the restaurant as well as retail sale.

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2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 32 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, Steak, Seafood
  • Hours of operation
    Breakfast Daily 6:30 am–11:00 am Lunch Daily 11:00 am–4:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (989) 837-6030
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Theo Bawar
  • Neighborhood
    Midland
  • Cross street
    Gordon
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 766 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Northern Michigan / Upper Peninsula

    Good for business meals

  • Northern Michigan / Upper Peninsula

    Healthy

  • Northern Michigan

    Good for business meals

  • Northern Michigan

    Healthy

766 Reviews
  1. Gierus

    Detroit

    111 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    111 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    Very pleasant, relaxing atmosphere. Nice drinks, good variety re menu, good is nice. Wine list is expensive for the area; a broader range of <$60 would be nice.

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  2. PeterS

    Chicago

    110 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    110 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall4food4service5ambience5
    Brunch at Zinc was pleasant but I was disappointed that their more breakfast oriented menu was no longer available at 11:20am on a Sunday. Apparently it changes over from breakfast to lunch at 11am. It would be nice if a more brunch oriented menu could be offered at the weekend without a late morning changeover. The food I had was fine but I would have much preferred to have a breakfast skillet or similar. In fairness there were three breakfast offerings available as specials but they were not quite what I was looking for. Service was prompt and friendly. The environment sitting outside is very pleasant.

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  3. LenoreC

    Western NC

    16 reviews

    4.0

    16 reviews

    Dined on September 21, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience4
    Our dinner was very good overall except for the pan seared ribeye steak. It was literally three quarters inedible, fat and gristle. You can say ribeyes are marbled but to pay for one quarter of a steak is ridiculous. It was very gross.

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  4. PhilM

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 20, 2023

    overall4food3service2ambience4
    Very enjoyable sitting outside. Comfortable and not loud. Service was nice but slow and not very attentive. It was not at all crowded. Should I really have to ask for a water glass refill? We had to ask for coffee and dessert! A better variety of dinner music would be welcome. There is so much good, classy, easy listening, background dinner music available. The 3 piece jazz lounge band with the bass saxophone up and down the scales gets real old after 15 minutes. Mix it up a little please! Overall though we had a nice time.

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  5. TerryW

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 17, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Everything was very good but I had a 3pm reservation and I wanted dinner items.I suggest you put serving times on the website.

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  6. johnp

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent service, prices and food. Waitperson was knowledgeable and attentive.

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  7. AlanZ

    Northern MI

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on September 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food and service is great. Amy is a fantastic server.

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  8. JeffB

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 5, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience5
    Very nice atmosphere for a business lunch/dinner or an intimate dinner with spouse or friend. Ample parking, and beautiful ambiance.

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  9. OpenTable Diner

    Chicago

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 21, 2023

    overall4food5service5ambience3
    The restaurant is beautiful. The staff was friendly and the service was good. But every time we eat there we freeze because they keep the restaurant so cold so if you go be sure to layer up.

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  10. jmo11

    Detroit

    4 reviews

    4.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on August 19, 2023

    overall4food3service4ambience4
    Nice place. Food was good but nothing really outstanding. Like the H Hotel, courtyard and the downtown area that is why we keep on coming back to this place.

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  11. OpenTable Diner

    Seattle

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on August 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Always a wonderful meal! The service was impeccable and the food was scrumptious! We were there the celebrate my husband’s birthday. The server had the kitchen staff make a special dessert plate in honor of him. This is our go to place for a nice dinner when we are in Midland.

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  12. GlenH

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food and atmosphere. Service was great was well. Will definitely be going back!

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  13. Terdeb

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 10, 2023

    overall4food5service4ambience4
    Food was great; they were busy so service was kind of slow. I was not able to finish my food before I had to leave.

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  14. ChrisP

    Northern MI

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on August 8, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    It's always nice to sit out side and enjoy a meal at Cafe Zinc. The food was great, service wonderful, and the best outdoor seating downtown. It was noisy but with a party of six women nearby not unexpected. We were all enjoying the beautiful day.

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  15. YvonneF

    Northern MI

    13 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on August 7, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great place for lunch with business associates or friends.

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  16. ShaylaG

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 7, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Made a reservation for my birthday and was beyond impressed! Service was excellent and the food was divine. Love the ambiance of the restaurant. 5/5 will be returning soon!

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  17. BrianW

    Detroit

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on July 30, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Luciano was our waiter. He was excellent. He was attentive, and very friendly. The food was very well prepared and it was a relaxing atmosphere.

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  18. LynnK

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 29, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We had a fantastic meal with excellent service on a Saturday night in July. What a beautiful restaurant. We will definitely go back.

    Cafe ZincResponded on August 1, 2023

    Lynn K. we are excited to know that you had a wonderful time here at Cafe Zinc! We appreciate the feedback, kind words, and we can't wait for you to return!

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  19. MARNIEK

    Detroit

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on July 24, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Food was very good. The Cafe Zinc quiche was the best I've had there yet. It looked like a custard pie - yummy! Server Deb was most attentive. Thank you!

    Cafe ZincResponded on July 29, 2023

    Marniek, I will make sure the culinary staff knows your wonderful comments on the food as well as letting Deb know that she did an outstanding job! Thank you as always for the feedback!

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  20. Estates

    Charlotte

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on July 22, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Grace was very accommodating to all my requests, helpful on selections never had to ask for anything.

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  21. SamanthaC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 22, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Service, food and ambiance were wonderful out on the patio. Unfortunately, there was a table outside that allowed their kids to run back and forth by all the tables, but otherwise was a nice time.

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  22. JasonG

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 22, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent overall. Good drinks and food was excellent. We sat on the outside patio and watched the sun set. Inside was very elegant! Will definitely be coming back.

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  23. DebraB

    Northern MI

    30 reviews

    4.0

    30 reviews

    Dined on July 14, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience4
    Melody was fantastic as usual!! We enjoyed our meal and visit this morning!!

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  24. AmyS

    San Francisco

    12 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on July 9, 2023

    overall4food4service3ambience4
    Good food, and ambiance, as always. Service was ok, but less attentive than normal. We waiting >45min for our food, but not sure if it was the kitchen or service delay.

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  25. HopeP

    Detroit

    8 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on July 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    You can't beat the food, the seating on the porch and our wonderful server, Megan.

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  26. DerekA

    Detroit

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on July 8, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Must visit.food is always top notch and service is always great.

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  27. Finediner

    Detroit

    115 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    115 reviews

    Dined on July 6, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Warm welcoming ambience, white glove service, and delectable cuisine. Must dining venue when visiting Midland!

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  28. OpenTable Diner

    Detroit

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on July 2, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Love this place!!! Luciano is the best! He made our daughter’s 16th birthday breakfast fun and special!!

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  29. LynnC

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 1, 2023

    overall4food5service3ambience4
    Food was excellent but was not allergen friendly, would benefit from educating staff about food allergies

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  30. SharonD

    Detroit

    14 reviews

    5.0

    14 reviews

    Dined on June 30, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Excellent and innovative menu. Great service and excellent desserts!

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  31. GilD

    Northern MI

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on June 30, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    What can I say? Perfection? Every time I got there.

    Cafe ZincResponded on July 2, 2023

    Gil D., wonderful to hear that you have a great experience when you join us! Our goal is to make sure that continues to happen every time as well!

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  32. ConnieG

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on June 28, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Delicious food in a beautiful setting! Highly recommend! I love their shrimp scampi with angel hair pasta.

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  33. JERRYV

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on June 28, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience5
    The service as usual was outstanding. The food was excellent, and the ambiance was very good. The only negative is that you can sometimes hear the conversation of the table next to you. The restaurant cannot control the volume of the other guests, so that is not a knock on the restaurant. Enjoyed our breakfast there.

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  34. KLSt

    Denver

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on June 27, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Everything was great. Excellent food, service and atmosphere.

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  35. OpenTable Diner

    Greater Boston

    6 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on June 25, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Always great service and outstanding food! It’s our favorite place to go to celebrate and enjoy life!

    Cafe ZincResponded on July 2, 2023

    Thank you for the kind words and letting us know how everything was!

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  36. ThomasS

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on June 25, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food and service. I enjoy the outdoor covered seating.

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  37. AmyM

    Northern MI

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on June 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Bring back oat milk please :) The outdoor seating is the best.

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  38. John

    Northern MI

    19 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    19 reviews

    Dined on June 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great for Al fresco dining; nice drink menu selection. Always friendly

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  39. OpenTable Diner

    Northern MI

    25 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    25 reviews

    Dined on June 17, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We always have an amazing experience at Zn…food is fantastic . We love sitting outside and finally getting to enjoy the weather. Meagan our server is awesome and always pleasant and efficient… will definitely return

    Cafe ZincResponded on June 22, 2023

    Thank you for the kind words and letting us know how everything was! We will make sure that Meagan knows what a wonderful job she did!

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  40. CatherineA

    Detroit

    5 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on June 15, 2023

    overall2food2service2ambience4
    Large side salads are bland and hard to eat. Cuban pork and Chicken salad sandwich entrees are decidedly average. Service was intrusive when not requested e.g. how’s everything tasting but not available when check was needed. We have had much better experiences here previously hopefully this was an off day.,,,

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Safety precautions

  • Cleaning & sanitizing

    • Common areas deep-cleaned daily
    • Sanitizer or wipes provided for customers
  • Screening

    • Sick staff prohibited in the workplace

FAQs

Cafe Zinc offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (989) 837-6030.

Cafe Zinc is rated 4.7 stars by 766 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 32 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Cafe Zinc

111 W Main Street, Midland, MI 48640

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Gordon
  • Neighborhood
    Midland
  • Hours of operation
    Breakfast Daily 6:30 am–11:00 am Lunch Daily 11:00 am–4:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, Steak, Seafood
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Theo Bawar
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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