The Frankenmuth Bavarian Inn and restaurant gives me some Shrek vibes. The walls painted were just…read morelike some readings and characters from a fairy tale book and building in one place. Even better, the servants were all dressed up in lederhosens and European gardening skirts, just like the same clothes that Snow White wears in Disney's very first movie. Moreover, the polka music made me want to dance. In condiments, the pretzel was big and shareable for us, as well as the hot soups, wieners, schnitzels, and fried chicken. Nevertheless, my mother felt like she was going back to her old home when she lived in Germany as a kid. Der beste Ort aller Zeiten!

4/5 Stars We had a…read moreparty of six, including the kids, and had a really enjoyable dinner at the Bavarian Inn. From the moment we sat down, our server, Mitch, was outstanding. He was friendly, attentive, and kept everything running smoothly despite our larger group. The decor was a lot of fun and really made us feel like we had stepped into Germany. It added to the overall experience and made it much more than just another dinner. We tried several different meals, including the Frankenmuth chicken, chicken schnitzel, chicken pot pie, chicken tenders, and a soft pretzel. The portions were generous, the food came out hot, and overall everything tasted very good. The fried chicken was especially crispy and flavorful, and the soup and fresh bread were also excellent. The only real disappointment was the spaetzle. It had way too much butter and ended up being very greasy, which overpowered the dish. Overall, we had a great family dinner and really enjoyed the experience. Between the atmosphere, excellent service from Mitch, and the quality of the food, it's definitely a place worth visiting while you're in Frankenmuth. We'd happily come back.

The Bavarian Inn Restaurant is a pass but the castle shops below the restaurant are a must. The…read morebakery had some tasty options. The Germantown cookie I would skip next time because the pretzels got kind of soggy tasting but I highly recommend the Guten Tag coffee cake. I'm not a big coffee cake person but this was super flavorful and moist. My mom enjoyed the cherry turnover, which I thought was okay.

Come Hungry, but Don't Expect Authentic German Food…read more First things first--the amount of food you are served at the Bavarian Inn is excessive, so make sure you arrive hungry! We came to Frankenmuth specifically looking forward to good, authentic German food, and unfortunately, what we found here was a much more Americanized version. The food isn't bad--it's good--but if you've eaten traditional German food, you may find yourself a little disappointed. The schnitzel was dry, and the brown mushroom gravy was much more flour-based than we expected, with very little served over the meat. One of the things we love about traditional German schnitzel dishes is the rich, flavorful gravy generously served with them, and that was definitely missing here. It's hard to admit, but the best dishes on our table were actually the sides brought out and served family style before our main meals arrived. We enjoyed those more than the entrées themselves. Where the Bavarian Inn really shines is the atmosphere and service. Our wait staff was wonderful--friendly, attentive and very good at what they do. I just wish we could have been equally enthusiastic about the food. The portions are enormous, the experience is certainly unique, and the service is excellent. But if your primary reason for visiting is to find authentic German cooking, you may want to temper your expectations.

It was confirmed to me that Z Cafe serves the same food as Zehnder's restaurant upstairs. Z Cafe is…read moremuch more appropriate for a standard fried chicken meal. It is more casual as the food is served cafeteria style as opposed to the restaurant. It wasn't the best fried chicken I've ever had, but it was decent - well seasoned and not dry. I was able to tell the server what pieces I preferred. Servers and cashiers were friendly. The meal was under $20, which isn't bad these days, but I still consider it to be a little overpriced. The meal was large though and I needed a takeaway container for my leftovers. I also had the clam chowder soup, and I think I liked that more than the chicken meal. It was thick and creamy.

This place was just OK It's really confusing when you enter…read moreand there's NOBODY to guide you/help you unless you go out of your way to ask. We ordered a side of Caesar salad that was lacking flavor, my husband ordered fried chicken and said was better than the one from the place in front (IYKYK) I ordered chicken tenders because nothing else looked good and a side of rice ( ok) the biscuit they give you on the side was just really bad. So anyways I wouldn't necessarily recommend this place unless you are in a hurry and want something quick.

Amazing selection. The maple nut fudge was delicious and the German Sch... Selection for the month…read moretasted exactly like an almond joy bar. It was cool to see them making the Fudge too.

Their vanilla fudge is the best and I honestly will make a trip just to get that. So quaint and the…read moreservice is unbeatable

It took forever, but there's finally a place in Metro Detroit that offers the real deal…read moreWienerschnitzel. You would think it wouldn't be too hard to make this dish as it's relatively simple, but I've been to three or four of the German restaurants in our area and absolutely none of them get it right, or even close to right. The proprietor is charming and engaging, and I'm so happy to support her business. The spatzel and sauerkraut were also on point. Perhaps someday they'll be able to open a walk up restaurant, but for now I will continue to support the food truck

What wonderful people with a delicious encounter! I'm in love!…read more One of the true highlights of Festing for us this year, everything we shared was spot on authentic. What a treat! We started with pretzels that were devoured literally in seconds. That required more drink. Then we were hungry again. What a cycle. The wife spoke with Jana and Sean(?) and was thoroughly impressed. Their currywurst was wonderful, the kraut, perfect and the whole experience a great joy. We would love to come back and do it again (I'm so stunned, I'm pinching myself). 10/25

Old school Irish pub which has served Saginaw's heart for many decades. All of Saginaw's best have…read moremade their way through this bar at some point. If this bar was located in Chicago as is, it would be a popular every night stop. Here, it's effing dead during our midweek stop. The only eye candy was the bar maiden which was years younger than me, but with the dim light and sleepy appearance I really couldn't make out much. Booze can be a bit pricey, but not more than a chain restaurant. They have some very fine beer taps, clean lines so the beer taste is brisk. Many of their drafts and bottles are Irish reminiscent. Think of an older Irish pub, dark woods, dimly lit, the old smell of cigar smoke, pennant flags of coats of armor hanging from the ceiling. Dark tiled ceiling, rustic lamps and paintings, while the bar maiden had said they have a pretty good college following on college night, I'm believing their clientele more that most customers belong to the late thirty's and older plus crowd. I'm told that one could easily find an older cougar on the prowl or older well to do daddy looking for skullduggerous actions. Their men's room is a shanty and should be set a blaze. Pulling up to the stall I was to use my manhood to swat away like a swashbuckler at the hordes of fruit flies coming to attack thee. At least twenty or more, disgusting; the urinal has a permanent urine stain. The toilet stall was no better, here resided just a handful of fruit flies, but from the smell and look of the water, I'd say at least a few other men had pissed and not flushed before me. YUCKY, I hate the hair raising feeling of a filthy washroom. You have to imagine that others have sat on that toilet, poor fellow.. to sit and then find fruit flies flying up your ass. Terrible. Other then that bullshit, with the right band or banging DJ, you could be JUMPING around to some banging beats and having a great time. Parking is limited to the street and there are some local parking lots. I'm not sure about the neighborhood, it may have once thrived but is now lethargic.

2.5 stars. One for each good thing about the place and the .5 because they have had some great…read morebartenders over the years. 1: The building is beautiful. 2: it's nice to sit outside in Old Town right on Hamilton Street while weather permits. The late night crowd really ruins this place for me.

Another place I've been to a couple and always enjoy. A very fun place to unwind and eat some good…read morefood. Not pictured was the Korean fried chicken which definitely had a kick but delicious. Our server did a great job since we had a decent size group of 6.

Good vibes, nice people, great food. My partner and I are…read morepescatarian and vegetarian. I always struggle to find food at restaurants that accommodate my diet, while he has more luck eating fish at most places. Octopus' Beer Garden was perfect for the both of us! They have an animal fat fryer, and a vegan fryer. I let them know what I wanted and that I was vegetarian, and they made my food in the vegan fryer. They have lots of options for a lot of different food allergies/restrictions, and it was all so good! The ambiance of being by the water was a plus. Also, you can take your drinks to the fire pits and hang out before going home. Staff was super sweet and accommodating, made me feel at home!

When you first come to Red Baron, you wouldn't expect much. It's very dive bar looking, both on the…read moreoutside and inside, and the atmosphere and feel is also very similar. Here's what will you surprise you, they have great food. Like really good burgers and sandwiches and their apps absolutely awesome. I know, who would have thunk it? Plus, an even bigger surprise was their huge beer list, both draft and packaged. This was really a great surprise from beginning to end. Service here has always been very cool. I pretty much there after seeing my son at school around the same time every time, so it's usually the same crew and they are really asesome. If you're in the area, definitely give them a try. I guarantee they will surprise you.

This place is a W! We had a late event on Sunday night and…read morethis place was still open. So the family hit the Baron. Large bar and tons of table top sizes. Service was friendly and efficient. We ordered burgers, nachos, Fish and chips, crispy chicken wrap and BLT. Everything was great- better than bar food! Fish and chips was awesome, burger eaters said it was the best burger they had in a while! Great bar/ restaurant!

​ Outstanding food, fun atmosphere, and amazing service!…read more We had the absolute best experience at Irene's! We were treated to a wonderful evening out--the cocktails and food were top-notch, and our server provided fantastic service throughout the night. ​The golf simulator was a super fun touch! While the outdoor concert was unfortunately rained out, it just gives us a great excuse to come back. We even ended our trip with their fantastic Sunday brunch this morning. You can really tell how much care goes into running this place. Highly recommend Irene's to anyone looking for incredible food, great drinks, and a fun vibe!

Wonderful atmosphere and service in Downtown Grand Blanc…read morewith free parking. Not too busy even on a Friday night.

Went in for May fest an early version of Octoberfest. Wanted to go grab a couple of beers since…read moreI've been cleared to do so by my doctors. I had the Brothers Kolsch and the Back 9 Blonde. Both really refreshing and smooth. I'm a fan of both types. I had a sausage with kraut on a very soft bun. The sausage was excellent the kraut was prepared perfectly, not soggy at all. I had a side of German potato salad and red cabbage. German potatoes salad was good, but the red cabbage was the star it was mixed with small pieces of sausage. The cabbage still had a little snap to it. The service was very good. Our server was very attentive. Nice spacious dining area with a long bar. Can't wait to attend Octoberfest.

The parking lot should have been replaced years ago. Service, depending on the day, has been not…read moregreat. And the food, I would rather eat frozen food at home.