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Frankenmuth Bavarian Inn Restaurant, Frankenmuth, MI

Frankenmuth Bavarian Inn Restaurant

4.6
4.6
5152 Reviews
$30 and under
German

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2 people
22:00
Booked 149 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
  • Good for groups
The Bavarian Inn Restaurant is not just famous for its chicken There's something special about coming to Bavarian Inn Restaurant to enjoy a home-cooked meal. Since 1888, more than 20 million guests have returned to feast on our world-famous "all-you-can-eat" family-style dinners.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    German
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 11:00–20:00 Fri, Sat 11:00–21:00
  • Phone number
    (989) 652-9941
  • Website
    https://www.bavarianinn.com/?y_source=1_MjMwMTExOTctODYwLWxvY2F0aW9uLndlYnNpdGU=
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    2012 Silver Plate Award Winner Executive Chef Phil Fahrenbruch - ACF
  • Catering
    Save yourself hours of planning, cooking, serving and cleaning! Let us bring Frankenmuth to you! We customize a package to fit your needs with different levels of service perfect for outdoor open houses, your favorite destination wedding, or even inside a 4,000 person manufacturing plant. We can do it all!
  • Private party facilities
    Whether celebrating a special occasion with family and friends or hosting a corporate event, Frankenmuth Bavarian Inn Restaurant can accommodate all of your special event needs.
  • Location
    713 S. Main Street, Frankenmuth, MI 48734
  • Area
    Frankenmuth
  • Parking details
    Large lot across wooden covered bridge. Free shuttle service between Bavarian Inn Restaurant, Bavarian Inn Lodge, and Frankenmuth River Place Shops.
  • Entertainment
    Strolling accordionist - Linda Lee BrownSeasonal outdoor bands and polka dancing in our Fischer Platz Dinner Shows - call for schedule & availability
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Menu

Gluten-Free

All Gluten-Free meals include 2 slices of gluten-free bread. Lunches include choice of two sides. Dinners include choice of four sides and ice cream or sorbet.

  • Broiled Frankenmuth® Chicken

    Fresh, natural chicken lightly seasoned and then broiled to juicy perfection.

    • Three piece - Mixed or Dark (Lunch)US$19.99
    • Three piece - Mixed or Dark (Dinner)US$27.99
    • Two piece - Mixed or Dark (Lunch)US$18.99
    • Two piece - Mixed or Dark (Dinner)US$26.99
    • All White AddUS$2.00

  • Broiled Lake Superior Whitefish

    Seasoned with our special house blended gluten-free seasoning.

    • LunchUS$21.99
    • DinnerUS$29.99

  • Grilled New York Strip

    Choice house-cut strip steak enhanced with our gluten-free seasoning

    • LunchUS$23.99
    • DinnerUS$31.99

  • Spinach and Cheese Stuffed Portabella

    Creamy spinach dip with three cheeses baked into a large portabella mushroom served on a bed of marinara.

    • LunchUS$15.99
    • DinnerUS$23.99

  • Chicken Caprese

    Pan seared chicken breast topped with basil pesto, fresh mozzarella, and sliced tomato. Served on garlic parmesan risotto and drizzled with a balsamic glaze.

    • LunchUS$19.99
    • DinnerUS$27.99

  • Burger

    1/2 pound burger topped with cheddar cheese, mixed greens & tomato served on a gluten-free bun.

    • LunchUS$15.99
    • DinnerUS$23.99

  • Kasseler Rippchen

    Two juicy smoked pork loin chops.

    • LunchUS$18.00
    • DinnerUS$27.00

Gluten-Free Sides

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  • Blaukraut

    (sweet-sour red cabbage)

    • Garlic Parmesan Risotto

      • Cranberry Relish

        • Tossed Salad

          with Italian or French dressing

          • Mixed Vegetable

            • Baked Potato

              • Rice Pilaf

                • Mashed Potatoes

                  without gravy

                  Vegetarian

                  All Vegetarian Dinner entrees include "all you care to eat" salads, mashed potatoes, vegetable, buttered noodles, and ice cream or sorbet.

                  • Glockenspiel AppetizerUS$18.00

                    Enjoy samples of our breaded portabella mushrooms, potato cheese puffs, Hofbräu cheese dip & fried mozzarella medallions.

                    • Maize & Blue Salad

                      Mixed greens tossed with a seasonal vinaigrette, dried Michigan cranberries, crisp apples, seasonal fruit, housemade granola and bleu cheese.

                      • LunchUS$14.99
                      • DinnerUS$22.50

                    • Cheese Stuffed Tortellini

                      Cheese-filled tortellini in a rich tomato vodka sauce finished with shredded Parmesan.

                      • LunchUS$18.50
                      • DinnerUS$25.99

                    • Portabella Sandwich

                      Crispy grilled portabella mushroom slices topped with smoked Gouda cheese, spring mix, tomato and onion drizzled with balsamic glaze. Served on a pretzel bun and accompanied with French fries.

                      • LunchUS$15.50
                      • DinnerUS$22.99

                    • Michigan Black Bean Burger

                      Zwerk Farms black bean burger topped with mixed greens, tomato, pickle, onion and smoked Gouda cheese. Served on a pretzel bun with French fries.

                      • LunchUS$14.50
                      • DinnerUS$22.50

                    • Vegan Chili

                      A hearty and healthy blend of sweet potatoes, quinoa, beans and vegetables in a seasoned roasted vegetable and tomato stock topped with sliced avocado.

                      • LunchUS$17.50
                      • DinnerUS$25.50

                    • Vegan Lentil Bolognaise

                      Housemade rich and flavorful tomato sauce with red lentils, portabella mushrooms and caramelized red onions tossed with a gluten free pasta.

                      • LunchUS$17.50
                      • DinnerUS$25.50

                    Delightful Desserts

                    200169477

                    • Ice CreamUS$2.50

                      Vanilla, orange or half & half ice cream

                      • SorbetUS$2.50

                        Last updated: 18 November 2024

                        What 5,152 people are saying

                        Overall ratings and reviews

                        Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

                        4.6
                        4.6 based on recent ratings
                        • 4.5Food
                        • 4.7Service
                        • 4.6Ambience
                        • 4.2Value

                        Noise • Moderate

                        Loved For

                        • Detroit / Eastern Michigan

                          Child-friendly

                        • Detroit / Eastern Michigan

                          Most Booked

                        Review summary

                        AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                        Frankenmuth Bavarian Inn Restaurant offers a charming Bavarian-themed dining experience with "fantastic service" and a "friendly atmosphere." Known for its generous portions and "delicious" chicken, it's a favorite for many, despite occasional delays and noise. Patrons appreciate the "attentive staff" and the unique family-style meals.

                        5,152 Reviews

                        1. Russell

                          Indiana

                          1 review

                          5.0

                          1 review

                          Dined 1 day ago

                          1. Overall 5
                          2. Food 5
                          3. Service 5
                          4. Ambience 5
                          Great food, great service and good atmosphere. We always do the Family Dinner and the sides, salads and chicken are amazing. Year in and year out for decades, it’s one of our families favorite.

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                        2. Jaquette

                          Southwest Florida

                          3 reviews

                          4.0

                          3 reviews

                          Dined 1 day ago

                          1. Overall 4
                          2. Food 3
                          3. Service 3
                          4. Ambience 4
                          Long wait for service food took a while to come check took a while to come had chicken thighs to wife very tough very disappointed

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                        3. Sheryl

                          Detroit

                          1 review

                          5.0

                          1 review

                          Dined 1 day ago

                          1. Overall 5
                          2. Food 4
                          3. Service 5
                          4. Ambience 5
                          We had the best waitress we have ever had in all the years we have gone. Her name was Autumn. She was very attentive to our family. Our grandchildren even made a comment on her. Enjoyed the whole experience.

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                        4. Alex

                          Detroit

                          1 review

                          5.0

                          1 review

                          Dined 2 days ago

                          1. Overall 5
                          2. Food 5
                          3. Service 5
                          4. Ambience 5
                          Alexandrea (Alex) was our server. Outstanding service. Prompt and polite. Food was REALLY good!! Highly recommend Bavarian Inn!

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                        5. OpenTable Diner

                          Greater Boston

                          1 review

                          3.0

                          1 review

                          Dined 4 days ago

                          1. Overall 3
                          2. Food 2
                          3. Service 2
                          4. Ambience 4
                          Two years in a row we had made reservations for a larger party with two young kids (on a weekday before 12:00). Last year, we were not seated until well beyond our reservation time. Anyone with little kids knows that’s not ideal. I mentioned that when confirming today’s reservation. I was assured it wouldn’t be an issue. Lo and behold, we were not seated on time again and we were told our waitress wasn’t there yet. Having worked in food service at one point in my life, it seems really weird that a table would be “given” to a staff member who wasn’t there prior to the reservation beginning. The waitress was nice, but it took too long for us to get our food - almost an hour after we ordered. I came prepared with activities and snacks for the kids, but that only goes so far. What I had hoped was just a fluke last year seems to be standard for them now and it’s pretty likely we will go back. In addition, the food wasn’t that good.
                          Frankenmuth Bavarian Inn RestaurantResponded 3 days ago
                          Thank you for taking the time to share about your most recent experience. I’m so sorry to read that you were not served in a timely fashion again this year! We would appreciate the opportunity to talk with you in person about your visit and to make things right. Please call at your earliest convenience and ask for a Manager on Duty. 800-228-2742. We look forward to hearing from you soon. Thank you again.

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                        6. Hope

                          Detroit

                          2 reviews

                          5.0

                          2 reviews

                          Dined 5 days ago

                          1. Overall 5
                          2. Food 5
                          3. Service 5
                          4. Ambience 5
                          Meet family for lunch at Bavarian Inn 4 times a year. Wouldn't go elsewhere. Great selection of food. The waitress/waiter let's us sit & visit after our meal. That means a lot to us.
                          Frankenmuth Bavarian Inn RestaurantResponded 3 days ago
                          Thank you for your kind review, Hope! We appreciate the feedback and your business. We look forward to serving you and your family again sometime soon!

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                        7. Noah

                          Atlanta Metro

                          1 review

                          3.0

                          1 review

                          Dined 6 days ago

                          1. Overall 3
                          2. Food 3
                          3. Service 5
                          4. Ambience 4
                          Moldy white bread in starter. Girlfriend mortified.
                          Frankenmuth Bavarian Inn RestaurantResponded 3 days ago
                          Thank you for taking the time to share about your most recent experience. I’m so sorry to read that you were served substandard bread. We would appreciate the opportunity to talk with you in person about your visit and to make things right. Please call at your earliest convenience and ask for a Manager on Duty. 800-228-2742. We look forward to hearing from you soon. Thank you again.

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                        8. Marc

                          Detroit

                          1 review

                          5.0

                          1 review

                          Dined 6 days ago

                          1. Overall 5
                          2. Food 4
                          3. Service 5
                          4. Ambience 5
                          very nice place, love the work uniforms,nice staff!
                          Frankenmuth Bavarian Inn RestaurantResponded 3 days ago
                          Thank you for your kind review, Marc! We appreciate the feedback and your business. We look forward to serving you and your family again sometime soon!

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                        9. Carrie

                          Cleveland

                          1 review

                          5.0

                          1 review

                          Dined 6 days ago

                          1. Overall 5
                          2. Food 5
                          3. Service 5
                          4. Ambience 5
                          Everything was amazing, even the accordion playing
                          Frankenmuth Bavarian Inn RestaurantResponded 3 days ago
                          Thank you for your kind review, Carrie! We appreciate the feedback and your business. We look forward to serving you and your family again sometime soon!

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                        10. Georgiana

                          Cleveland

                          1 review

                          5.0

                          1 review

                          Dined 6 days ago

                          1. Overall 5
                          2. Food 5
                          3. Service 5
                          4. Ambience 5
                          Second time at Bavarian Inn and loved it. Also tried Zehnder's this trip and preferred Bavarian Inn much more! The food was better, more affordable, and the atmosphere was better overall.
                          Frankenmuth Bavarian Inn RestaurantResponded 3 days ago
                          Thank you for your kind review, Georgiana! We appreciate the feedback and your business. We look forward to serving you and your family again sometime soon!

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                        FAQs

                        Frankenmuth Bavarian Inn Restaurant offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (989) 652-9941.

                        Frankenmuth Bavarian Inn Restaurant is rated 4.6 stars by 5152 OpenTable diners.

                        Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

                        Make a booking

                        2 people
                        22:00
                        Booked 149 times today

                        Order delivery or takeout

                        Google Map for Frankenmuth Bavarian Inn Restaurant

                        713 S. Main Street, Frankenmuth, MI 48734

                        Additional information

                        • Area
                          Frankenmuth
                        • Hours of Operation
                          Mon–Thu, Sun 11:00–20:00 Fri, Sat 11:00–21:00
                        • Price
                          $30 and under
                        • Cuisines
                          German
                        • Dining style
                          Casual Dining
                        • Dress code
                          Casual Dress
                        • Parking details
                          Large lot across wooden covered bridge. Free shuttle service between Bavarian Inn Restaurant, Bavarian Inn Lodge, and Frankenmuth River Place Shops.
                        • Payment Options
                          AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
                        • Executive Chef
                          2012 Silver Plate Award Winner Executive Chef Phil Fahrenbruch - ACF
                        • Entertainment
                          Strolling accordionist - Linda Lee BrownSeasonal outdoor bands and polka dancing in our Fischer Platz Dinner Shows - call for schedule & availability
                        • Additional
                          Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine
                        • Website
                          https://www.bavarianinn.com/?y_source=1_MjMwMTExOTctODYwLWxvY2F0aW9uLndlYnNpdGU=
                        • Phone number
                          (989) 652-9941
                        • Catering
                          Save yourself hours of planning, cooking, serving and cleaning! Let us bring Frankenmuth to you! We customize a package to fit your needs with different levels of service perfect for outdoor open houses, your favorite destination wedding, or even inside a 4,000 person manufacturing plant. We can do it all!
                        • Private party facilities
                          Whether celebrating a special occasion with family and friends or hosting a corporate event, Frankenmuth Bavarian Inn Restaurant can accommodate all of your special event needs.

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