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Oakwood Bistro

Address: 3003 Oakland Dr, Kalamazoo, MI 49008

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When this romantic addition to the Kalamazoo dining scene first opened, it did so to much local anticipation and fanfare. The menu, which borrows dishes from all over the United States, features everything from black cherry-ginger pork tenderloin to Creole-spiced alligator with angel hair pasta to Maryland-style crab...

Uncle Ernie's Pancake House

Address: 4005 Portage St, Kalamazoo, MI 49001-4912

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A classic American breakfast joint, Uncle Ernie's sports an upscale diner aesthetic after a bizarre car wreck resulted in major renovations to the original establishment. Fortunately for regulars, changes weren't made to the menu, which includes everything from a country-style pork chop-and-egg plate to fluffy stacks...

Water Street Coffee Joint

Address: 315 E Water St, Kalamazoo, MI 49007

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Housed in what used to be an old-timey gas station, this unique downtowner is popular with students and the business crowd. From gourmet coffees to fresh-squeezed juices, patrons' morning needs are aptly met, especially if a double espresso, frothy cappuccino, or mocha latte is on the agenda. Couple one with a slice...

Epic Bistro & Bin 359

Address: 359 S Burdick St, Epic Center, Kalamazoo, MI 49007

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Bin 359, the casual in-house wine bar at the trendy Epic Bistro, features an open-plan kitchen and delicious wood-fired pizzas topped with the likes of creamed spinach, roasted red peppers, basil pesto, roma tomatoes, caramelized shallots, truffle oil, and Italian sausage. The wine selection, though, is the true star,...

Ming's Dynasty

Address: 7716 S Westnedge, Kalamazoo, MI 49002-5100

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Serving up a hodgepodge of Mandarin, Hunan, and Szechuan dishes, this Chinese restaurant sports an equally fascinating decor that combines traditional Eastern elements with a bar-and-grill aesthetic left over from the building's prior tenant, an Irish pub. Menu highlights include bean curd chicken, sesame pork, and...

Just Good Food

Address: 303 N Rose, Kalamazoo, MI 49007

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A deli and specialty grocery, Just Good Food features a full line of delicious meats and cheeses, making it a veritable sandwich-lover's heaven. How does a Harrods grilled cheese (made of Huntsman – sandwiched Stilton and English Cheddar) sound? What about Suzie's Cue (provolone with garlic-pesto mayonnaise)? Those...

Bucky's Diner

Address: 8675 Portage, Kalamazoo, MI 49002

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Step one foot in this place, and you'll quickly discover where locals eat. Like a page out of "Route 66," the joint is a classic American diner, complete with the telltale aroma of frying bacon and a hint of brewing coffee thrown in for good measure. Early-risers are treated to Bucky's Breakfast (two eggs any style...