The castle shops are just so fun! There are toys, gifts, clothing, knickknacks and my favorite, the…read morebakery! They have a huge chocolate shop and a wine and beer shop selling German beers and steins. They have a little wine tasting area. The space is huge, easy to linger and find the perfect items to take home and remind yourself of the fond memories of Frankenmuth. My favorite bakery items: the butter horns, blueberry scones, the stollen bread and the Asiago garlic rolls! The prices here at the Castle shops are a bit more reasonable than the shops across the street at Zehnder's. The service here is also really friendly.

We had an interesting experience, management made it right…read more We did not have a chance to try the famous food & it is a large place with a great big staff

Went on a Monday night, place was nearly empty but there were screens for Monday night football…read more Ordered a flight of beer, raspberry sour, two lactose ipas, and a pumpkin beer that was my favorite. Ordered the lake perch since I was in Michigan and it came with delicious in house tartar sauce with a lot of dill. The coleslaw was also really fresh and crisp, well dressed. The fries are thin enough to be very crispy without crunchy. Served with malt vinegar or ketchup if you ask.

Nice joint! Good beer selection, nice atmosphere, and good service…read more Had the fish and chips, and the batter for the chips was well seasoned and delicious. We had the lavender kolsch, and it was nice and light. An easy drink, but I'm not sure if it's actually 7% lol. They had a nice lawn area with a fire pit (I think) that you could have a bigger gathering of people around. I'd good back again for sure!

Service is great! Kathy couldn't be any nicer or informative! Love the Pilsner…read more Would love to see an inside food option

Beer was top notch! So great to find a locally owned place that has stout beer this time of the…read moreyear! Bar tender was the best ! Super nice and patient with us out of towners

Service was great and the pretzel dogs were tasty and fresh. However they were pricey and the…read morejalapeño cheese dip wasn't very good. Paid $16 for what's pictured + a lemonade..

From the owner: Since 1994, Wetzel's Pretzels has been serving up hot, hand-rolled soft pretzels made from fresh…read moredough and baked to golden perfection. With 340+ locations, we're your go-to spot for fresh-baked snacks, mall treats, and pretzel perfection. Stop by your local Wetzel's Pretzels in Birch Run, MI for buttery pretzels, pretzel bites, and icy lemonades. Always hot. Always craveable.

What is going on with drinks!?! We went two times and swore they were trying to not get us…read moredrinks... this is on top of serving them in tiny glasses. When we said we wld need refills they genuinely looked surprised... it was weird. Only a three because food was decent. Breakfast better than dinner. Pork fritter not great, chicken lives up.

Service was fast but not very personable. The Beer Cheddar soup was very good but would definitely…read morebe too salty for many people I know. The World Famous Chicken Dinner was one of the worst meals I've had. Dressing and Mashed Potatoes my mom thought were instant. I wasn't sure of that, but they had a very weird aftertaste that I found off putting. The vegetable medley was the best thing on the plate and the only thing I finished. Fried chicken itself was mediocre at best. If you're craving fried chicken you're better off finding a Popeyes or KFC nearby. It was also hot and stuffy inside.

Whenever I'm in Frankenmuth, the family-style all-you-can-eat chicken dinner at Bavarian Inn is a…read moremust. It's a fantastic value considering how much food you get, and everything is consistently delicious. My favorite part of the meal is the buttered noodles, I could honestly make a meal out of those alone! The staff was incredibly friendly and attentive during our visit, and they went out of their way to make my dad's birthday feel extra special, which we really appreciated. The warm hospitality definitely adds to the experience. My only small disappointment is that the pre-meal bread basket doesn't seem to have as many options as it did years ago. That said, it's still a nice addition to the meal and a tradition I'm always happy to see. Great food, generous portions, and wonderful service. We'll definitely be back the next time we're in Frankenmuth.

AC refuge from the intense sun/heat! From the moment we entered, we let out a sigh of relief!…read more The check in counter lady told us it was quite a wait but she ended up seating us right away (maybe because we had a baby? Or because she was referring to the wait for food). Our server was Anita and she was HILARIOUS and soo friendly!! She def made our experience great there! They don't allow strollers in because it's a fire hazard so they provide these "slings" that the baby's car seat rests on. However, we did not know this beforehand and only had the stroller but thankfully the seat pops out so we just propped it on a chair. We ordered schnitzel, the fried chicken, and a good ol' fashion German beer in a hefty mug! They provide fruit and plain bread with butter when you first sit down. I just wish the bread was warm because unmelted butter on bread is not good. My husband loved the schnitzel and I enjoyed the fried chicken (it was perfectly crispy but not hard because the skin is thin). My chicken also came with a soup that was globby but tasted like chicken noodle soup. I also had mashed potato like texture that was flavored too strongly with saffron (we asked the waitress what it was). My husband's schnitzel came with the most delicious cheese puff bread! It was soft with mashed potato texture, breaded, and tasted amazing! Overall, we had a great experience and I loved the decor and also agree with the review below where it reminds me of Disneyland! I also enjoyed walking around their shops below after eating. The only downside was if you had to use the bathroom, you have to walk pretty far downstairs (unless there is an upstairs one that I missed).

Good: atmosphere, good service Bad: beers were horrible. Ask…read morefor samples. The blueberry wheat was the only one I would drink

First time giving W.H. Ales a try and I have to admit, my mind refers to it as "Whales"!…read more We had drinks (very well crafted), appetizers and mains. The Burnt Ends appetizers were delicious and a perfect balance of meaty/fatty. My girlfriend ordered the Fish and Chips, which were delightfully flaky and tasty. I was curious and ordered the Reuben pizza, which was equally delicious. The crust was different and a perfect match to those toppings, I didn't think I would like it as much as I did! Service was attentive and quick, and the ambience definitely made us feel that we could host a party here. Good for small to medium sized groups for sure! With four drinks, dinner and appetizers, the total damage before tips came to $95, which corresponds completely with the quality of the food and ambience provided.

Fish and chips were fantastic. Service was a little slow but the dining area was authentic.read more

The waitress was lovely. Does that get the place 3 stars?…read moreThe beer was mediocre. This was such a disappointment. The Dunkel wasn't as good as the mass-produced version I had earlier in the day. The other type was fruity was got sickening as it was too sweet. Still better than the standard American beer people drink but not good for this type of brewery. The Christmas Town Pretzel was okay. I prefer a standard pretzel, but others enjoyed it. The mustard was very good and the cheese wasn't bad. The Big Dipper was average. The shaved prime rib was rather dry, so the au jus came in handy. Overall, it was an okay sandwich but not one I would rave about. Overall, this town does not have good places to eat, so this could be your best offer.