What an incredibly weird and wonderful place. Three words -- carrot cake martini. Yes, it…read moreabsolutely was as sweet as you'd imagine, yet surprisingly drinkable. Like, TOO drinkable. Like, I had to stop my self from drinking three of them drinkable. Oh yeah, there's a bar in this gift shop. And popcorn. And hot sauce. And horribly offensive (and hilarious) t-shirts and socks. Prices are really reasonable for a souvenir shop and we saw plenty of hot sauces that were familiar but plenty of new ones as well. My only request - hot sauce samples! I would have loved to buy some new ones, but I prefer to try them first. I appreciate the popcorn samples - we bought some Oreo popcorn after trying it.

This is one of the only gift shops that we actually really enjoyed. We walked in and saw a vast…read morevariety of different types of gifts and souvenirs. They even have a popcorn station where you can try different popcorn. They have fun clothing items such as silly socks and shirts. They also have a small bar area where you can try some drinks. We decided to skip this because we were eating at the brewery. Overall this was a great shop to stop in. We will definitely revisit

This store is sooo adorable! I absolutely love it! Just a quick turn off Main Street next to the…read moreice cream shop! Don't miss it!

From the owner: Shop Saturday Mornings for all things home & gift. Come browse our hand picked selection of home…read moredecor, seasonal decor, unique gift items, candles, local goods and much more. Visit us in charming downtown Frankenmuth.

Now if you are into the needle arts, Rapunzel's should be a mandatory stop on your visit to…read moreFrankenmuth. Very nice selection of yarns here, and that was just the start of it. They had numerous clothes for sale, including shawls, sweaters, scarfs, gloves, etc. They also offered jewelry, knitting accessories, and craft supplies. It really was a very nice gift shop ... but an extra treat for those into needle arts. The outlet is in a small unassuming little cottage right on the main drag through town ... you could walk here from the fudge shop on the corner (enjoy both treats on one visit). Service was tip top, as everybody seemed in the holiday spirit ... friendly and helpful. Prices also were surprising ... large selection without the big city prices ... a nice change of pace. We stopped in twice on our visit to Frankenmuth, you should too. Recommended.

Clothing is expensive, but the earrings and other accessories are reasonably priced. Great…read morelocation.

We came on a Monday and did not see cheese being made. The glockspiel was also not working because…read moreit was too cold. Overall they have an assortment of cheeses and other charcuterie style foods.

We absolutely loved our visit to the Frankenmuth Cheese Haus! They have an incredible selection of…read morehigh-quality cheeses with so many unique flavours to choose from. One of our favourite things is that you can grab any brick and have the staff slice off a smaller portion if you don't want the whole thing. Super convenient, and the team is always friendly and happy to help. It was tough to choose, but we ended up taking home the Mont Buffalo Wing Cheese, Maple Syrup Cheese, and the Smoked Butter. All amazing. We also grabbed some Wisconsin cheese curds, which were tasty, though we do wish they had that squeaky bite we love. Would've also loved some free samples (or maybe they were there and we just didn't see them!). Highly recommend checking this shop out. And parents... please don't let your kids climb all over the Cheese Maus statue...the poor guy's nose has definitely taken a beating For more travel and food reviews, check out our YouTube channel -- A&M Roam!

This is a fun store with a lot of unique items. Most items are Michigan themed - fossils, lions…read moregear, necklaces, food etc. cool place to find something unique.

This store is on the Main Street going through town…read more It's fun! A lot of gift idea and unique things like yard Yahtzee, License plate signs and items to support veterans. The place was tidy and clean. The customer service was great and helpful picking out gifts

Our outfits arrived quick, as stated. Everything fit well and is quality. Check for online coupons…read morebefore you order.

Outstanding, excellent, customer service. If I could, I would give them a 6 star rating. This…read morebusiness is housed in the Lager Mill and is the place to buy quality Southern Germany/Alpine Region of Europe style clothing. When I traveled to the Province of Bavaria, I thought I could find Lederhosen for less money. I was wrong, the prices are competitive with shops in Bavaria. When I went to buy my 5-piece Tracht (traditional German clothing) the size Bundhosen I thought was the correct size was out of stock. Instead of just ordering 1 size larger they ordered a few sizes larger too. Turns out the size that actually fit me was two sizes larger. Had they just ordered the size I thought would fit, I would have looked like an overstuffed sausage. Before buying my Tracht I checked online for Trachts and it turns out online isn't any cheaper for the same quality as I bought. At Bavarian Specialties a person can try on shoes, Bundhosen & Lederhosen, shirts, and hats. They also sell women clothing. The second day I put on my Bundhosen, the stitching failed which holds on the suspender button which was a manufacturing flaw. On my way to get them repaired I stopped in to let them know what happened. The owner was shocked and apologetic that the stitching failed. He told he would have it repaired at no cost to me. An Lager Mill employee told me he owned a pair Lederson for many years and button have never come off. Bavarian Specialties sells authentic made in Germany Lebkuchen, candies, and many other things to numerous to mention.

We absolutely loved Enchanted Forest. Such a cute, fun, and whimsical shop! The staff were…read morewonderful, and there are so many cool things to look at. Everything from charming décor to unique, magical little treasures. Some items are definitely on the pricier side, but many are totally justifiable for the quality and craftsmanship. My wife picked up two gemstone crystal necklaces that she absolutely loves, and they even gifted her a free little snowman plush/decoration, which was super sweet. The outdoor displays are beautiful as well and really add to the whole enchanted vibe. Absolutely love the vibes here! Highly recommend stopping in if you're exploring the River Place Shops! For more travel and food reviews, check out our YouTube channel -- A&M Roam!

This place is cute, I have been in a few times now. It's a nice shop if you are looking for gift-y…read moreitems for either yourself or someone else. It also has a lot of bird-related things. We stopped by yesterday when in the River Place Shops, although nothing piqued our interest. I last shopped here in May 2021 with some friends. Worth stopping by if you are looking for a gift or something unique though. Lots of fairy-related items too and things like that.

This place was very cool. I've always wanted to stop by but they close at 5:30 p.m. and I'm usually…read morefurther into town at that point. However we parked at the mall across the street on this trip and this was right across the street. My husband really wants a grandfather clock and he was very excited to check out the selection. Prices seemed kind of high to me but to be fair I don't know anything about grandfather clocks, lol. They also have a nice selection of Frankenmuth magnets, they ranged from like $4 to $10. I ended up buying one of the $4 ones. The reason I'm bumping up this review to five stars is because I lost my Fitbit there (Fitbit Zip, an old one that sits on my waist, not my watch) and when my husband and I got to Kern's and realized it, we rushed back to the store to check there first (it was 530pm). The (owner? Employee?) welcomed us back, and another customer immediately pointed to it on the floor. Saved us a lot of hassle and had they closed immediately at 530pm, the doors may have been locked. Looking forward to checking this store out again the next time we are in town.

They have a great selection of both quartz and weight driven cuckoo clocks. Not cheap but I have…read morenever seen a cheap new cuckoo clock. They are knowledgeable in clock repair. I actually went there for some clock parts and they don't sell the parts from the store, only on line so that was a waste but the guys were good to talk to and answered some of my clock questions.

We absolutely love strolling through River Place Shops. This whole area is bursting with charm,…read morecozy vibes, and festive energy. It's one of those places where every corner feels like a photo op...beautiful lights, themed buildings, and a really fun atmosphere. There are so many incredible, quaint shops to explore, and a bunch of them offer free samples, which makes wandering around even more fun. We've still got plenty to come back for too, like the Ultimate Mirror Maze and the Blacksmith Experience. Some of our favourite stores we visited this trip were Sticky Situations, Enchanted Forest, Zac & Mac's Chocolate Haus, and Cherry Republic, all packed with personality and great finds. Highly recommend spending a good chunk of time here if you're visiting Frankenmuth! For more travel and food reviews, check out our YouTube channel -- A&M Roam!

Lots of Unique shops. We did stop in and sample/buy some olive oil and marinades from Great Lakes…read morestore. Fun to just wander around and browse. There is an arcade so you could leave the teens and shop. The courtyard area is nice to sit and enjoy a beverage, snack and people watch!

Service was very poor. Sales lady was extremely rude. Would not recommend coming back!read more

They offer unique Michigan made products. Souvenirs, gourmet food, decorations, products from local…read moreartists and other gifts representing the Great Lakes state. They had cheap to expensive stuff. Friendly staff.