25 Essential Utica Institutions
From neighborhood classics to high-wire tasting rooms, these are the places shaping the modern dining identity of Utica.
New Little India
Michigan
Warm, easygoing strip-mall restaurant offering Indian standards plus a lunch buffet.
Outback Steakhouse
Michigan
Boisterous Australian-themed chain serving steaks, seafood & other hearty steakhouse fare.
Orange Peel Restaurant
Michigan
Small mom-&-pop establishment with sizable servings of American fare for breakfast & lunch.
First Watch
Utica, Michigan
Cafe chain for health-minded breakfast, brunch & lunch options such as omelets, salads & soups.
Tivoli's Wood Brick-Oven Pizzeria
Utica, Michigan
Enduring pizza parlor dishing up several different styles of pie in a low-key space for 30+ years.
Dave & Buster's Utica
Utica, Michigan
Family-friendly chain offering a sports-bar-style setting for American food & arcade games.
Tonini’s Woodfired Pizzeria
Utica, Michigan
Service options: Outdoor seating, Curbside pickup, No-contact delivery, Delivery, Onsite services, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Fast service.
Moni's Restaurant
Utica, Michigan
Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible entrance, Wheelchair accessible parking lot, Wheelchair accessible restroom, Wheelchair accessible seating.
Beyond Juicery + Eatery
Utica, Michigan
Service options: Curbside pickup, Delivery, Onsite services, Takeout, Dine-in. Popular for: Solo dining. Accessibility. Dining options. Amenities. Atmosphere.
Spice Valley
Utica, Michigan
Service options: Delivery, Onsite services, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Serves local specialty. Popular for: Lunch, Dinner, Solo dining. Accessibility.
Jersey Mike's Subs
Utica, Michigan
New Jersey–based counter-serve sandwich chain serving jumbo subs filled with cold cuts & toppings.
900 Degrees Pizzeria Bistro
Utica, Michigan
Service options: Delivery, Onsite services, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Fast service, Great beer selection, Great cocktails, Great dessert, Great wine list.
One Eyed Jacks
Utica, Michigan
Service options: Outdoor seating, Curbside pickup, No-contact delivery, Delivery, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Bar games, Fast service, Great beer selection.
Jet's Pizza
Utica, Michigan
Counter-serve chain offering Detroit-style pizza with flavored crusts, plus wings & subs.
House Of Hummus - Shelby
Utica, Michigan
Service options: Curbside pickup, No-contact delivery, Delivery, Drive-through, Onsite services, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights.
The Great Greek Mediterranean Grill - Shelby Township, MI
Utica, Michigan
Service options: Outdoor seating, No-contact delivery, Delivery, Onsite services, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Serves local specialty. Popular for: Lunch.
Steakhouse 22
Utica, Michigan
Unfussy, old-fashioned restaurant & bar specializing in steaks, seafood & other American fare.
Jet's Pizza
Utica, Michigan
Counter-serve chain offering Detroit-style pizza with flavored crusts, plus wings & subs.
Nonna's Italian Kitchen
Utica, Michigan
Warm, family-operated Italian eatery offering pizza, pasta & sandwiches, as well as wine & desserts.
Subway
Utica, Michigan
Casual counter-serve chain for build-your-own sandwiches & salads, with health-conscious options.
Nick's Country Oven
Utica, Michigan
Down-home establishment offering a variety of traditional American dishes in a laid-back atmosphere.
Jet's Pizza
Utica, Michigan
Counter-serve chain offering Detroit-style pizza with flavored crusts, plus wings & subs.
Pink Garlic Indian cuisine Shelby Township
Utica, Michigan
Identifies as Asian-owned. Service options: Onsite services, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Fast service, Serves local specialty. Popular for: Lunch, Dinner.
The Original Buscemi's
Utica, Michigan
Casual Detroit-based chain serving up square pizzas & Italian subs since the 1950s.
Paulee's
Utica, Michigan
Identifies as women-owned. Service options: Delivery, Onsite services, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Great coffee, Great dessert.