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Sauce Italian American Kitchen, Flint, MI

Sauce Italian American Kitchen

4.4
4.4
172 Reviews
$30 and under
Unspecified
Located in the heart of downtown Flint, MI, Sauce Italian American Kitchen is a new restaurant serving Italian inspired cuisine for breakfast, lunch and dinner as well as a full bar with 8 beers on tap.

Make a reservation

2 people

7:00 PM


Experiences are available.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style

    Casual Dining

  • Cuisines

    Unspecified

  • Hours of operation

    Breakfast Mon–Fri 7:00 am–11:00 am Brunch Sat, Sun 8:00 am–1:30 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00 am–1:30 pm Dinner Mon–Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm

  • Phone number

    (810) 337-8108

  • Payment options

    AMEX, MasterCard, Visa

  • Dress code

    Casual Dress

  • Executive chef

    Mathew Knuth

  • Catering

    For catering events at Sauce, Simmer or the Hilton Garden Inn, call Angie Esquivel<br />810.233.9110 ext 3

  • Private party facilities

    For private events at Sauce, Simmer or the Hilton Garden Inn, call Sheryl Champine810.233.9110 ext 3

  • Neighborhood

    Flint

  • Cross street

    Saginaw and Kearsley St

  • Parking details

    Street parking is free after 5. You cam also use the hotel Valet service for a $15 fee.

  • Additional

    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Spaghetti & Meatball Mondays

    $10.00 per person

    Multiple dates available
    Get a Spaghetti and Meatball dinner for only $10. Price includes a side salad and bread service
  • Wine down Wednesdays

    Multiple dates available
    Every Wednesday take 25% off any bottle of wine under $50
  • Throwback Thursdays

    $6.00 per person

    Multiple dates available
    Get in the time machine and join us for some of the cocktails thatdefined the 60's, 70's, 80's and 90's for only $6. If settling in for a grasshopper, harvy wallbanger or gimlet isn't your thing, try an $8 version of our Specialty cocktails or the very modern Empress 75 all night long!

Offers

  • Sauce (810) Happy Hour

    Multiple dates available
    Mon - Fri - 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
    Monday through Friday 4pm-6pm in the bar area of Sauce $2.50 Bud Light and Miller Lite pints, $4 premium pints $5 glasses of Chardonnay and Cabernet $6 Cosmo or Margarita Special Food menu with all items $8 $10 or less!

What 172 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.4
4.4 based on recent ratings
  • 4.4Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

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  1. JennaP

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 12, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience5
    Great food and convenient for hotel stayers. It’s a beautiful space as well. Loved our experience
  2. Kacy

    Detroit

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on March 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Wonderful food, great service. Love this place! Will definitely come back
  3. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 5, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Very professional, friendly staff. A great new look for downtown Flint and convenient to other venues. Can't wait for warmer weather and the rooftop bar!
  4. OpenTable Diner

    Detroit

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 4, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    Awesome for a first date
  5. OpenTable Diner

    Detroit

    4 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on March 1, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    I love eating at The Sauce. The food is always delicious we have had terrific service every-time. And it’s beautiful inside. We always leave looking forward to coming back
  6. JayH

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Beautiful restaurant. Food was absolutely amazing!!!
  7. MichaelG

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 15, 2023

    overall2food4service1ambience4
    We were pleasantly surprised with the atmosphere of the place. We are new to the area and had high hopes. Our server was very nice, but service was slow. We ordered drinks which took about 15 minutes to arrive. We then ordered an appetizer which then took another 15 minutes to arrive, at which point we were allowed to our main course. 30 minutes now since we sat down. The appetizer was very good. We saw other appetizers being delivered which also looked great. After ANOTHER 30 minutes we could see a couple of salads sitting on the prep counter, which was in view of our table. Our server had disappeared for that 30 minutes. When she came by we asked... would those happen to be our salads sitting there? She went to check, disappeared, and came back almost 10 minutes later, grabbing those salads on her way. So we had literally watched our salads sit on a counter for about 20 minutes total. The salads were not remarkable, made with chopped lettuce, some shredded cheese and Caesar dressing. Keep in mind, we had been sitting down for an hour and 10 minutes before we got our salads. We waited ANOTHER 45 MINUTES before our main courses arrived. Well over 100 minutes from when we sat down is when we got our main course. Our server apologized and she said it had been like that all night. The other tables around us were also complaining to the wait staff on the extreme waits for food. We believe our server made us wait for those salads because she KNEW it was going to be another hour before we got our main course. The food tasted good, however my wife's meal, Chicken marsala, the chicken breast was raw in the middle so she couldn't eat a good 30% of the meal. Our server was nice. However they had a disaster going on in their kitchen. Not once did a manager come by and talk to any of us sitting at the tables. If they were that slammed, all night, the appropriate thing to do would have been to give us a heads up. We can't recommend this place. Return is a maybe.
  8. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    The food was delicious and generous. Our pizza was fantastic crust, savory and large mushrooms. The prices see reasonable. Service great. Will go again.
  9. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food was exceptional. The service was wonderful. We went there because we were in the area but will definitely make the drive to go back!
  10. OpenTable Diner

    Detroit

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on February 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    They were short staffed and had a water main break in the area so they had to become creative with bottled water and ice. Our server was great! She apologized before hand for them being short staffed and said she would do her best to give us great service and she did! She had a great attitude towards her job even with everything going on. Our food was amazing, this was our second visit and it was as good as I remembered. Definitely will be back.
  11. CherylD

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 16, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience5
    The waitstaff was very kind and prompt. The quiet atmosphere was nice, and the parking was easy.
  12. Jeff

    Detroit

    9 reviews

    1.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on January 14, 2023

    overall1food2service2ambience4
    Took extremely long to get our food, appetizers were overdone, when dinner finally arrived my wife’s was chicken Marsala was cold, not Eve warm enough to eat. And my rolled lasagna was burnt
  13. Katie

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 7, 2023

    overall3food3service1ambience5
    A beautiful restaurant with very friendly staff. However, the service itself was very slow. When choosing the "not-so bottomless" mimosa option for brunch, make sure to order 2-3 drinks at one time because you may be waiting a while for refills. Again, very friendly staff - just slower service.
  14. ShantelW

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 2, 2023

    overall3food3service3ambience2
    Not quite what I expected but overall good for a quick night out. Will try Brunch next time.
  15. HeatherN

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 24, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Good food. LOVE the location- beautiful! Kind staff. The pesto pasta is my favorite.
  16. KittyJean

    Detroit

    11 reviews

    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on December 21, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The pork chop was the best I've ever had! Chilean sea bass was excellent!
  17. AmyB

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 21, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food was absolutely delicious! Beautiful decor, and great service.
  18. JanetB

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 21, 2022

    overall4food4service5ambience5
    Food is good. It would be nice if it came with a salad and bread. We had to ask for bread.
  19. Jules

    New England

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on December 19, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We went to Sauce after a commencement ceremony and were pleasantly surprised to find Sauce on the quieter side of things. It wasnt very busy but the food and service were excellent! Would love to eat here again when we’re in town again!
  20. KimM

    Detroit

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on December 17, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    First time visiting Sauce for a holiday celebration. Fabulous food, delicious drinks and superior service from the time we walked in. Will definitely be back.
  21. JohnK

    Detroit

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 17, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    made reservations, seated when we arrived, service was perfect, food was delicious. can't go wrong here
  22. AmyN

    Cleveland

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 3, 2022

    overall3food3service4ambience5
    The garlic knots and caprese were great. My dinner (alfredo) was bland and the bread was mediocre. My daughter had the salmon and liked that.
  23. TOMS

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 18, 2022

    overall2food2service2ambience4
    Won’t be back any time soon. Totally unimpressed. Resteraunts have one chance to impress. Blew yours.
  24. GaryB

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 11, 2022

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    Sauce was excellent, nice and beefy. A bit too much cheese.
  25. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 11, 2022

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    D was an outstanding server. Very attentive, yet kept his distance to not disturb.
  26. CarolineinTroy

    Detroit

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on October 25, 2022

    overall4food4service5ambience5
    Great location that’s lush 1940’s modernistic 2022. Elegant yet casual. Lunch sandwiches were luscious and filling. Burger served with style and seasoned fries were hot, crunchy and flavorful. Fresh pasta dishes are well cooked, Al dente, and the sauce… well… just amazing. Bar is inviting and staff is more than accommodating. Great place to celebrate any occasion. Seasonal rooftop dining is available. Parking is across the street or valet is available. Located on the main floor of hotel.
  27. AngelaC

    Grand Rapids

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on October 21, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We stopped in for dinner before a concert at FIM. Delicious and the service was really great.
  28. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 17, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Simply divine, the food was impeccable and left me wanting more!
  29. Dstan58

    Detroit

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on October 15, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The vibe was excellent. The service top shelf as was the bar. The food was also excellent. We'll be back.
  30. JenniferS

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 15, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    So many great food items on the menu to choose from. Ended up with two different pizzas. Will be back!
  31. GinaP

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 17, 2022

    overall4food5service5ambience5
    Our server was appropriately attentive and kind. The drinks were great and so was the food. I highly suggest visiting the rooftop bar, as well.
  32. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 16, 2022

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    GREAT ambiance. We came here for my wife’s birthday on a Friday night. We spent the first hour at the rooftop bar. It was not crowded and we both enjoyed our drinks and the beautiful view. Made our way down to the restaurant and were seated right away. Service was excellent and the food above average.
  33. jdefranc

    Detroit

    17 reviews

    5.0

    17 reviews

    Dined on September 13, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent service and food. James and all the staff were very kind and welcoming. This was our first time here and we will definitely be back. We can't wait to try the rooftop bar! Thank you for all you do!
  34. MrsMike3

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 9, 2022

    overall3food3service3ambience3
    Enjoyed a night out with dinner at Sauce. We stuck with traditional options and had a nice time. The bruschetta was a little hard and the chicken breast on our pesto pasta dish was a bit tough. Burrata salad was delicious. Service was good although a bit slow from the bar. We enjoyed our evening at Sauce.
  35. srsdo

    Detroit

    29 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    29 reviews

    Dined on August 8, 2022

    overall4food4service5ambience4
    Nice place good service
  36. TeresaS

    Washington DC

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 16, 2022

    overall4food4service5ambience4
    The food is decent! It gives out of town while in town. I’m sure that’s what they were going for. lol expensive for a Flint food spot though…but whatever.
  37. FloydtheBarber

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 1, 2022

    overall2food4service3ambience4
    From the pictures on their website, I was expecting a very fine dining experience, however, it wasn't what I'm used to. I was dressed for the occasion (nothing special,just dinner with my wife) with suit and tie, and noticed right away most patrons were dressed in shorts and t-shirts. I ordered a bottle of wine, it was set on the table in the chiller, definitely not presented correctly, and no tasting for approval,but the wine was excellent. The food was pretty good, although they were no longer selling the menu item I originally wanted to order. The dessert (tiramisu) was excellent. Overall, food and drink were very good. The servers have not been instructed in fine dining service, (I would blame this on management, not the servers). I guess that's just "Flint fine dining" and, unfortunately, not up to my standards. The price was not bad, but I would rather pay more for a better dining experience.
  38. ErkEe

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on June 18, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    father-our server STAR, provided exceptional service. The brunch was very tasty and at a good price point! My party of 5 were all pleased with our experience at Sauce! Thanks
  39. Jeni

    Detroit

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on June 6, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Lovely setting in revitalized downtown Flint. Our Monday evening dinner had attentive servers, delicious food and a nice setting for our sweet M’s 29th birthday!
  40. OpenTable Diner

    Detroit

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on June 4, 2022

    overall3food4service4ambience3
    I celebrated my birthday here, my food was great, but my friends food was not that great for the price. Overall, it was 3/5 stars

Safety precautions

  • Cleaning & sanitizing

    • Surfaces sanitized between seatings
    • Common areas deep-cleaned daily
    • Sanitizer or wipes provided for customers
  • Physical distancing

    • Extra space between tables
  • Screening

    • Sick staff prohibited in the workplace

FAQs

Sauce Italian American Kitchen offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (810) 337-8108.

Sauce Italian American Kitchen is rated 4.4 stars by 172 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


Experiences are available.
Google Map for Sauce Italian American Kitchen

352 S. Saginaw St., Suite 430, Flint, MI 48502

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street

    Saginaw and Kearsley St

  • Neighborhood

    Flint

  • Hours of operation

    Breakfast Mon–Fri 7:00 am–11:00 am Brunch Sat, Sun 8:00 am–1:30 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00 am–1:30 pm Dinner Mon–Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm

  • Cuisines

    Unspecified

  • Dining style

    Casual Dining

  • Dress code

    Casual Dress

  • Parking details

    Street parking is free after 5. You cam also use the hotel Valet service for a $15 fee.

  • Payment options

    AMEX, MasterCard, Visa

  • Executive chef

    Mathew Knuth

  • Additional

    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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