Sept. 15 to Oct. 15 is recognized in the United States as National Hispanic Heritage Month, a month-long celebration of Hispanic culture and history. Flint & Genesee is home to many Hispanic businesses ranging from barber shops to restaurants with many more stops between. You’ll find only a handful of the Hispanic businesses you can check out in the area.
Sal’s Gym
Sal’s Gym is a Flint gym near Kettering University and offers a great space to get in better shape or to start a training regimen. Sal’s is a hometown gym that will focus on your needs and help you meet your fitness goals.
Steady Eddy’s is known for its great, filling food - especially their vegetarian and vegan options. Located in the Flint Farmers’ Market, they will serve a meal that will leave you happy and full.
DJ Techs-Mex Productionz
Local entertainment production company DJ Techs-Mex has offered the soundtrack for many great local events and is sure to bring the beat to your special occasion.
Cocina Mio Mexican Restaurant
Cocina Mio in Flint offers a wide range of Mexican dishes like tacos, tostadas, burritos, and a wide range of different ways to have each dish. If you are holding an event, they cater as well and will have everyone returning for seconds.
Ascencio’s Barber Shop
Flint’s Ascencio’s Barber Shop is a full-service neighborhood barber shop and is ready to take care of you and your hair.
Culturas Del Sol
This Flint non-profit offers Mexican Folkloric and Modern dance performances to keep the vibrant Hispanic dancing traditions alive and well.
Burton’s Tia Helita’s offers authentic Mexican food with a wide-ranging menu and bar featuring fajitas, salads, chimichangas, tacos, tamale dinners, and much more.
El Ballet Folklorico Estudiantil
El Ballet Folklorico Estudiantil is a non-profit based in Flint that offers opportunities for children to learn about Mexican culture through dance, education, and music. For 25 years, the organization has been preserving Hispanic heritage and continues to do so through a wide range of classes and events.
Latinx Technology & Community Center
This hub of support offers programs, language services, and special events. They work to support the community and meet their needs to help them grow and become resilient. The center frequently has special events as well that invite the community to get together.
Casa Amigos
Mexican cuisine with a creative flair is what you will find here. The heart of this restaurant is bringing people together, with the goal of people gathering to share food. Beyond traditional Mexican food, they offer decorated cakes and cupcakes as well.
There are so many Hispanic businesses in Flint & Genesee offering great food and great services and there is no better time to check them out than there is now.
Steady Eddy’s Café
Alive, unique ambiance, delicious & warm. Where the veggies meet the eggs & bacon and the tuna melts... Read More
Latinx Technology & Community Center
The mission of the Latinx Technology and Community Center is to enhance the dignity and quality of... Read More
Tia Helita's Mexican Cuisine
Tia Helita's is a fourth generation, family-owned business that offers authentic Mexican dining,... Read More
