Artisan Urban Bistro

This place is a whole vibe. I started with the My Egg, My Choice deviled egg dish, and honestly… creamy perfection. It’s a smooth, sorta like egg salad style well-seasoned egg salad topped with paprika and served with warm, fried naan-style bread (or toasted bread). For my main, I had the Sassy Salmon delicious and well-cooked. It leaned a little sweeter than my personal taste, but the experience immediately turned next-level when the Lonnie the owner brought out extra spicy chili pepper sauce. That heat elevated the salmon and completely balanced the flavors. The Brussels sprouts were charred to perfection, full of flavor, and the potatoes were so good I didn’t leave a bite behind. Beyond the food, the experience really shines. The customer service is beyond top-notch attentive, warm, and genuinely welcoming. The staff has this cool, artsy, slightly hippie vibe that makes you want to stay awhile. You can feel that people enjoy working there. They switch the menu about three times a year, all of their wine is made in-house (yes in the basement), and they truly support local. It’s a small café with an artsy soul. Great food. Incredible service. Creative energy. This is a spot you come back to and recommend without hesitation. Thoughtful, intuitive service like that matters. (Please excuse my main plate I started eating then realized I forgot to take a photo)

I took my mom and sister here for Saturday brunch before checking out some local museums. Server was very nice and the chef came over after our meal to listen to what we thought about the food. Staff was very enthusiastic about the food and seemed to genuinely enjoy working there. We are crepes, the ricotta toast and the croissant breakfast sandwich. Prices were fair and portions were good. We really enjoyed ourselves. The peach mimosa was also delicious, but deceptively strong! I would recommend this place to friends and would like to return if I'm in the area again!

best experience ever. born and raised here, so of course me coming back to visit i automatically just knew there was nowhere to go for brunch here… but a friend tome us about this place. i’m happy and honored to say that i have somewhere to go anytime i come back to visit. a TRUE hidden gem here. To the owner, we LOVE you. Literally felt lol vibes from her. Food, FREAKING AMAZING! Thank you so much!

First time here with my friends and we loved it. There was a live guitarist playing beautifully and food was out of this world. On the more expensive side ($25/meal), but the quality and portions makes it worth it. Great vegetarian options with the spaghetti squash and eggplant parm. Our waitress was friendly and we highly recommend this place.

We came here on a Sunday for brunch - I was so happy they could fit us in without a reservation (highly recommend for future visits). The waitress was so friendly and made us feel very welcomed. We enjoyed the house mimosas to start and then ordered our main meals. My sister enjoyed the biscuits and gravy, and I had the cluckin dict (spicy eggs benedict). Portions were large, and everything was very flavorful. The meals came out quickly and were cooked fresh to order. Prices were very reasonable - overall, a great local place!

Truly a gem - come for the amazing food, stay for the atmosphere. Our server was wonderful and the owner took the time to chat with us and let us know about their menu. The food though! The schnitzel was better than any I've had in Germany. I am thoroughly impressed. We will definitely be returning for brunch in the near future!

Wonderful experience! We came in for brunch with some out-of-state friends and felt welcomed like family from the moment we arrived. Everyone was so friendly, the food was incredible, and the atmosphere was fun with live music playing. Highly recommend!

A must try! My friends and I were in town and stumbled upon this unique, quaint restaurant. With only 10 tables, an open kitchen and incredible wait staff, we were beyond pleased! The owner even sat with us for a bit during dinner and shared more about the restaurant! All of that plus INCREDIBLE food for an even better price! A reservation is recommended but we didn’t know that and got a table! The rosemary Parmesan fries and the muscle pasta are both a must!

Loni & crew rock! One of the best Saginaw has to offer. Seasonal menu, unique dishes, great atmosphere. Looking for the same ol' tired menu that a lot of other places have? Perfect! Don't come here.

What a find! Had the deviled eggs, eggplant parm, chicken parm, and the pork chop. They make their own wine - loved the Sangria. Everything was very good. Waitress was wonderful. Owner/Chef came around to check on every table. Easy street parking. Will definitely be back!

We always love it here. Weekend Brunch and Dinner is always good. Support independent goodness.

Came on a Friday night for date night. Besides a few hiccups I would come again! The environment felt both casual and slightly elevated. The staff were friendly and professional. Despite it being Friday night I was surprised we were the only ones there after 8pm. We ordered mussels, chicken parm, and their hot bacon spinach salad. The reason for the four star was because they were out of pork cutlets, spaghetti squashes, and sangria. With already a pretty limited menu, that made the menu even smaller to only like a couple entrees. There was an issue with my husband's chicken parm but once we brought it up the staff and cooks were super apologetic, professional, and addressed it right away. I was really humbled and blown away by their service. We generally aren't complainers so I felt bad but the way they handled the situation was so warm and prompt that it made me feel like we were well taken care of and definitely will consider coming back. Also yummy cannolis!

My recommendation for this place: make a reservation, confirm it, and show up! I discovered this gem on my way back from a Sunday day trip to Midland and lucked into being seated for brunch. The staff made me feel like I was being cared for lovingly by my dear mother but being cooked for by a creative five star chef in New York, or even Tokyo. The decor is interesting and the other diners eclectic (they have only 10 tables). Unbelievably amazing food, service, and atmosphere! My highest praise. Easy to find: a rabbit hole in Saginaw so good it caused me to suspend all belief.

Always a delicious dining experience. Welcoming small bistro that serves seasonal hearty portions. The staff is so kind and friendly. Very cute atmosphere. They have homemade wine and you can get beer next door at the brewery.

I wish we could give this place more than five stars. It was our second time dining in a matter of months and artesian urban bistro never disappoints. Started with the ricotta toast and then ordered lemon curd crêpes, the meaty breakfast pizza, and the blue plate pasta. The food is so flavorful and each dish exceeded our expectations. The server, Emily is truly one in 1 million. Her service was flawless in every aspect and a true delight to be around. When leaving, we realized our battery was dead in our car. Emily came to the rescue with jumper cables and the owner was kind enough to use her own vehicle to help us jump ours. She even offered to take us to Sam's club when we weren't sure if the battery was going to charge. We cannot wait to return on our next trip downstate!

The service here is top notch. Everyone from our sever to the owner to the kitchen staff was very friendly. The food was very good. The ambiance is very cool too. Would recommend, would return.

Everything was top tier the staff was great.I didn't have an reservation and they still managed to squeeze us in.The food was amazing top to bottom.

Best of Saginaw . Been here many times now and have never been less than amazed. Sunday brunch is always great! (Ricotta toast appetizer is a MUST!) dinners are also second to none!!

The Deviled eggs were amazing, and they had a Friendly wait staff. I liked the unique atmosphere.

Lonnie greeted us as we walked in and was very welcoming. Great little place that is worth a visit. Our meals were wonderful only negative was the we were full after the entrées and had no room for her homemade apple pie :(

Both food and service were over the top. Live music was a nice plus. Our party had the smoked pork chop, the bacon chicken and the spaghetti squash, all excellent. Wouldn't want to sit by the door on a cold night....

The experience here is always top notch. The service and food are consistently remarkable. I cannot say enough good things about this establishment. The vibe and the atmosphere are unmatched.

I have to admit that we were disappointed in our first visit. We came on "pasta Wednesday" and left feeling like we had an experience so much lower than others have shared. Because of the high reviews, we'll try another time, but I wouldn't recommend Wednesday if you're looking for an exceptional dining experience.

The food is AMAZING! We got the French toast with the panko chicken, and savory crepes, the mimosas are delicious, and the service is fantastic Welcoming environment, all around great experience

Great find! Don't miss this little gem in old town Saginaw. Staff are friendly, the place is charming, the food delicious, and the owners are lovely and very involved. My husband has the jaegerschnitzel which was delish and I had the spaghetti squash with veggies and shrimp and feta. Fabulous and very healthy. The house Pinot Grigio was a delight and the beer from the great brewpub next door was very welcomed by my husband. Overall a lovely dinner and a little bit of a surprise when visiting the city.

Best place in Saginaw--but with only 10 tables you better make a reservation! The staff, seeing our crestfallen faces because we DIDN'T make reservations ;who is sold out on Thursday night? Artisan!) made a special accommodation for us if we promised to eat fast. The food was exquisite: artisan is an apt name! Everything we ordered was delicious: feta cheese appetizer was fresh and hot and served with ample time to enjoy before the main course came out. The Jaeger Schnitzel was perfectly seasoned and juicy and the Spaetzel that accompanied it was delicious . The staff who could not be more welcoming and friendly really sealed the deal for me--I cannot wait to go back again!

I'm a regular at AUB as much as I can be, and I challenge anyone to have a bad meal or experience here. Not possible! It's my Saginaw go-to for the very best in comfort food & comfortable people. 10/10. Tip: Use Reserve w/ Google to book, it's super easy and leaves the busy staff free from calls.

It was our first time dining here and we LOVED IT!!! Emily the server was so nice and attentive. The whole atmosphere was so comfortable and I like being able to see the kitchen. We tried multiple dishes and my favorite was the Churro Waffle. Excited for our next visit.

The food was phenomenal!!! The chef is a true artist and has an incredible talent with preparing delicious dishes. We will be back!!!

The staff and owner are amazing and the food is seriously so delicious would recommend anybody give it a try and they are sure to be pleased

This is our go-to place when we go out for a meal. The food is always flavorful. Plus, they update the menu periodically to add new and fun selections. The staff is beyond amazing, always making sure you're well taken care of at each visit. And, Lonnie (the owner/chef) is out of this world. She is genuine and puts so much passion into her food and the business. We love going here and recommend it to anyone.

Found this Bistro on Yelp! Oh my...what a delightful surprise! Reservations are suggested as the area is quaint and intimate. The food is amazing! Start with the jicama and apple coleslaw..trust me! And I don't like coleslaw?! Our waitress was fun and helpful in navigating the menu! We ate all of our entries and had no room for dessert! The owner came to each table to chat and thank people for coming to the restaurant! If we lived closer...we would be there once a week!

I don't normally give reviews, but I have to say I can't let this one go. My husband and I and two close friends of ours went to the so-called Bistro last Friday. The service was very good, but this Place needs to get some new booths and paint the interior to make it more inviting. I got the special of the day (Perch), two bites and that was it. The fish was fishy tasting, and my french-fries were soft and my friend's dish was tasteless. Needless to say, we will not be going back. We were very sorry because we heard a lot of good things about this place but we were very disappointed.

I went for Sunday Brunch and my life has changed. By far the best, most creative and best tasting breakfast ever.

The food, the service, the ambiance, literally everything about this place is WONDERFUL!!! Lonnie is top notch and will make your experience feel like home... with better food and company! The house made wine is most definitely my favorite. It's an intimate setting and great place for a first date or anniversary. I will say, it's sometimes hard to get into due to limited seating and reservations, but they try their very best to accommodate. Oh, did I mention the brunch is FANTASTIC??? Another awesome thing about this place is that they're all about community and give back. This place is a must see and try!

We were lucky to get a table on a Saturday evening, when we accidentally screwed up making reservations. The staff was great and very helpful. I ordered the pasta primavera with chicken. It was loaded with delicious vegetables. The seafood special that night looked really good, and everyone around us ordered pizza, which I will definitely be back to try after hearing some rave reviews! Portion size was good, after the salad and bread, I regrettably could only finish half my meal. The garlic honey butter with the bread was sooooo good. Nice atmosphere, perfect for a romantic dinner or date

Lonnie and staff provide amazing food and great service. A fantastic gem hidden in Saginaws Old Town

Everything this chef makes can be purchased at Kroger and made at home far cheaper than bothering with this place. Thought this might be on par with MI Table in Bay City but was disappointed. It's more like a sad attempt that's super over hyped!

Not only was the food amazing, the staff were perfect for our family's birthday celebration. We were a larger party and they accommodated all of us - even the kids - with impeccable service. Would highly recommend for a great, intimate evening out!

Everything at this establishment is wonderful! The servers, chefs, owner and of course the food is just amazing! My favorite restaurant in Saginaw by far!

What a refreshing experience! I've been here 3 times and great food each time. Service is great and staff is friendly. Owner is in touch with customers. Menu is unique and prepped fresh and hot. So glad to we old towne Saginaw coming to life. Support locally owned businesses ya'll!

Decent place in downtown Saginaw to eat. Appetizers were good, we had the drunken mushroom, calamari , bruschetta and fries. I really loved the fries with the gravy. I had the salmon, it was very good. The table also got the pork, pasta and the chicken pot pie. My mom, who had the pot pie ate all of it and said it was excellent. Wish they had more of a drink selection and more info about what wines they were serving. They were also connected to a brewery that you could get sealed beers to bring in if you want. It's a very good place besides the lack of drink selection I would say it took a very long time to get our food. I realize it's a small space with limited cooking space, we were easily that for over 2 hours. We were in no rush so it wasn't a big deal, but I could see how that may be an issue for others.

I absolutely love, artesian, urban bistro, very unique down to earth, fine dining right here in the city of Saginaw. I highly recommend the weekend brunch. The chicken and waffles is delightful, as well as the shrimp and grits, which are also my favorite. Lonnie is just a beautiful person and the staff is exceptional.

Love love love this place!!! The atmosphere, the staff, and the Chef are wonderful then you get to eat the food.... It's hard to describe just how delicious the food is. It's all fresh made and every bite is so scrumptious. I am very impressed and delighted with this beautiful establishment. We will be back again and again!!!

Lonnie and the whole crew were fantastic! We did a private event and our team was having a great time! The food was super delicious, especially the goat cheese and honey pizza. Thank you so much Lonnie!

came here for my anniversary with my boyfriend, booked a 6:30pm reservation on saturday around 3:30pm, and was very thankful to get such a good time. we ordered some pinot grig (delicious and intoxicating), the calamari (salty in a good way), chicken parm, and the lonnie's special pasta of the week (a garlic cream sauce with broccoli, asparagus, and added chicken) the pasta was probably the best I've ever had in my life, I loved the unique shape, long & thick noodles, and they were cooked perfectly. my bf said the same about his chicken parm. the portion size was great but I could've eaten double that, honestly. the vegetables were garlicky and delicious. the butter for the bread was delectable, and the staff was very nice. It was just over $100 with tip, which is a lot for me but I was happy to do it for a nice date at a beautiful little place. I only wish we got dessert!!

Experienced a great brunch on Saturday. Wonderful food, drink and ambiance. Lonnie and team does a great job to satisfy their customers!

Best date night spot in town!! Great service. Excellent staff. Wine is made in house. Everything is made to order. No heat lamps here!!! Stop by for a lovely night.

Absolutely love it! The food chef, waitresses, owner are all great! I am gluten-free and always accommodated personally. Highly recommend

Great food, changing, unique creations in an intimate, historic building and setting. Lonnie is tops who loves her customers.

The first time I walked into this place (years ago), I felt transported! It reminded me of some wonderful times I had dining in Europe. The atmosphere feels so cozy and intimate...and the food was always delicious. So good. I knew I wanted to have my wedding reception here. With only a few weeks' notice, Lonnie was super-accommodating and we had so much fun with some of our closest friends and family. They all raved about the food and atmosphere as well. It was pretty much perfect (and continues to live up to our expectations)!

Went here with some friends the other day. They were having a pasta special. It was excellent. The pasta wasn't over cooked. The sauce options were varied, and the flavors were spot on. I had the Alfredo and it was creamy, and not overly seasoned or overly salted. The owner actually came by to talk with us and tell us about the me menu My friends ordered the dessert and said it was excellent. I definitely plan on going back once this whole virus thing blows over :) Overall, atmosphere was great, the prices were reasonable, and the food was good.

Food was very good owner needs manners. You don't yell at customers. I don't work there and don't know protocol. I will say food was so good but I can't stand that owner. wait staff felt bad for us...best mussels I have ever had. If the owner would stay home I would come back.

Excellent food with delicious homemade pasta! I had eggplant parmesan and my husband had salmon over pasta primavera. As an appetizer we has the risotto balls which were delicious. For dessert we had tiramisu which was the best we've ever had.

We had a chance to try Artisan Urban Bistro and were amazed at the food and service. These guys make you feel like you were an old friend. We had the best time and it is truly one of Saginaw's best dining experience.

This is a great place to eat, make your reservation and enjoy the experience. The food is wonderful and the chef and staff are very personable. It located in the old town section of the west-side Saginaw.

Entire experience from making reservation to dessert, was spectacular. Charming old town space. Wine selection, with beer available from adjoining Oracle Brewing. Had the mussel and bruschetta for appetizers, both were delicious. The garlic cream sauce on the mussels, was so good we asked for another loaf of bread to soak up the creamy goodness. Had the Sassy Salmon, Chicken Piccata, Artisan Goat pizza, and Mediterranean Salad with Chicken. All were very good! Lastly, shared a piece of Tiramisu to end an enjoyable evening with friends. On top of the great food, the entire staff was very attentive, pleasant, and professional.