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    Des Dutch Essenhaus

    4.0 (37 reviews)
    ModerateAmerican
    Closed 11:00 am - 2:00 pm
    Updated a few days ago

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    Desiree M.

    This place gets four stars for being open on Sunday! Otherwise it would be a high three stars. Firstly, this is Amish country so finding anything open on a Sunday in this area is finding something in a baron land. The salad bar cart is definitely a must, the ingredients are garden fresh. The macaroni salad is really good and sweet. There were four soups and all were homemade and delicious. I tried Swiss steak that is only made on Tuesdays and Sundays with Mashed Potatoes. These items were just okay, nothing over the top exciting that I would just die to come back for. My hubby had the broasted chicken, it was nice and moist and light. He had the sauerkraut which he wouldn't get again and barely touched. For the finishing I had the banana cream pie and it was interesting. Delicious and sweet, I only needed a few bites it can definitely be shared at the table it's huge. They have a little store on your way out with some little handcrafted items. Some fabric and small quilts.

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    Robyn K.

    Amish restaurant near Wooster, Ohio! They have a great salad bar! And the entrees are huge! Definitely go hungry! Look online for the daily specials. They also have a small gift shop with handmade goods.

    Tara F.

    Walking in here was like stepping back in time . I wanted the Buffett , but sadly I was too early . It didn't start until 4pm. My husband had a cheeseburger and onion rings. He was very pleased. I had a three piece fried chicken , mashed potatoes and green beans. I was impressed by the fresh wheat bread that was brought to the table , but not as impressed by the fried chicken. It was dry and not tender and the oil tasted old. The breading was greasy and not at all crispy. I would eat here again, but try something else .

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    Great food and atmosphere. Had guests from Chicago and they loved it. Pies are awesome.

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    Excellent food, I eat there quite often. You must try the date pudding! I love the salad bar.

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    Delicious fried chicken! The soup and salad bar are tasty and fresh! The servers are kind. Katie waited on us she was fantastic!

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    Mike n. We had a great meal, cheaper than I thought it would be, very clean, very Amish, old school goodness!

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    We always look forward to the homemade dinners and salad bar they offer, oh and don't forget the soups!

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    Boyd & Wurthmann Restaurant - Counter seating

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    We enjoyed having a small semi-private room.

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    Beef barley soup and grilled cheese with Swiss.

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