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 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!

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 is tied to Zehnder's restaurant (in the basement) but there's all kinds of stuff, from…read morePandora jewelry to Polish pottery. They even had a smashed penny machine! There's such an array of stuff that it's hard to know where to look first, and it was also very crowded. Worth a visit if you are already going to the restaurant, but I wouldn't fight the restaurant crowd just to come here for shopping.

What can I say that hasn't been said before about Bronner's? No matter what your religious…read moreaffiliation or lack of, this place will transport you into a wonderland. Every type of ornament you can imagine, from almost anywhere in the world, can be found here. Free personalization for oodles of them as well. New house, pet, baby, marriage, job, or vacation? Check. Ethnic, cultural, hobby, fav food, military branch, or religious? Check. Glass, resin, plastic, lace, or fabric material? Check. If they don't have it, no one does. Then there are the Department 56 set ups! Seeing those can be worth the trip. Need stockings? Lights? Tree topper? A tree? Yup! Giant corporate style decor? Check again. Steins, edible treats, nativities? They have those too. Hungry, this place has a little cafeteria on site as well. Wear comfy shoes and prepare to spend at least 2 hours here, probably more. If you have little ones, get a map and prioritize. Plenty of nice clean bathrooms, a huge plus. A bazillion checkouts on both ends of the place, just try to remember which end you entered from. If you want to avoid the crowds, come when they open, or between Jan-Mar, pretty quiet then. Otherwise, it is crazy in there, but still fun. The only downside is the cost of most of the ornaments. While there is a sale/clearance area, two actually, and some clearance mixed into the regular priced items, the really nice ornaments are spendy, like $25+. I have passed on a lot of perfect ones because I couldn't justify the price to my own pocketbook. But if you have it to spend, knock yourself out. Despite the cost, we stop almost every time we are in Frankenmuth. My hubby is of German descent and we actually lived in Frankenmuth for a bit, years ago, so we're sentimental about it. If you are looking to take a family pic for Christmas cards, this is the place. If you've never been, it is worth the trip. Also, look online, they offer a free ornament coupon if you spend $25 or $30, which we always do.

This old-world German town is home to the world's largest Christmas store, a Christmas wonderland…read morethat feels like a glimpse of the North Pole, no matter the season. I loved how every aisle tells a different story -- sport-themed, college-themed, color-themed, Santa suits, personalized ornaments, beautifully detailed nativity scenes, and unique keepsakes you won't find anywhere else. It instantly makes you slow down and smile. You name it, they have it. Every section feels thoughtfully curated. It's not just shopping; it's an experience, you find yourself wandering, looking up, and taking it all in. That said, a few things to keep in mind: the store is huge and can feel overwhelming, it's almost always crowded, and with so many amazing options, it's easy to overspend. Some sections can feel repetitive, and the nonstop Christmas theme might be a bit much if you're not a big holiday fan. Even with these minor points, Bronner's remains a magical place, bringing out childlike joy and reminding you why the holidays feel so special. Clean restrooms and free Wi-Fi were definitely appreciated.

This is an interesting store with a lot of knick knack type of gift shop items. We saw a lot of…read morefigurines, jewely, ornaments, wood carving, clothing, knives, and other items. Some of the knives were really cool but pretty pricey. It was $100 for a nice small knife. We weren't too interested in the other items in the shop. We pretty much walked across the whole store and left. If you like knick knack souvenir items then its a great spot for you.

I have been going to frankenmuth for 25+ years and we always stop in here when visiting. I can't…read moresay I buy something EVERY l time i enter, but have always been impressed with all the staff and the merchandise is always great quality. Over the years things have become more pricey, as has anywhere else that's touristy, but I will say they have some very cool and unusual things they carry that if I did have loads of extra cash I would purchase! Like these really cool heads, all the fairy things, leather products. Have some pictures included. The one thing we went in for this year a couple weeks ago was to check out the new bar. They even have a pretty good size outdoor patio that unfortunately we didn't get to take advantage of because of the rainy weather. It was still open for late October though which was nice. The bartender was extremely nice that day(we were in town from Oct 23-26)and very knowledgeable about the Zehnder family, Bavarian Inn, etc. It was a nice conversation we had for sure since I've been coming to Frankenmuth for so many years. Going off the Fall special drink list, I tried the Cranky Mule, my daughter tried the Frankenstein Monster one. For $8, it was a good size and decent price. No complaints they were both good! Will be going back here for a quick drink next time shopping here again. One special note, I believe there is a coupon for a free gift in the visitors coupon book. The minimum purchase has gone up, but the free gift has always been something nice here.

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.

Expecting an old school Cheese/Deli type place, but this place is more of a tourist trap. I…read morethought I would be walking into a massive selection of cheese, maybe be able to sample a few and purchase what I wanted, not at all what I had imagined. They do have cheese, not as much as expected, although a few unique ones, but I don't want to pay $15-$20 bucks to get a block of cheese that I dislike, so this was sort of a bummer. They had tons of Knick knack type stuff you could purchase almost l like you were at a kiosk at the airport. I did end up purchasing 1 cheese as I just could not pass it up and was not able to try it, they have a Chocolate Cheese, it was described as tasting like a tootsie roll, it did not taste like a tootsie roll and was welcomed to the trash can.

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

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.