The castle shops are so much fun! Lots of toys, food, and anything that you can think of gift wise…read more A very family friendly area and definitely so much to do to keep busy!

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.

I tried the butter twists at the Cadillac Winery recently, let me say these are by far the best…read morepretzels I have ever snacked on! I look forward to trying other flavors

These pretzels will put every other pretzel on the Earth to same. They melt in your mouth with…read moretheir buttery goodness and just enough salt. My only complaint is the bag is too small. Please tell me where I can get a 3 lb bag

Let me just say..... THIS PLACE IS BUSSIN!!! The pickle chips, pure deliciousness! The burgers are…read moreso tasty you're going to want another! We got sat at a balcony with a river side view that was gorgeous! Our waitress Abby, not just GOATED, she is THE GOAT! She always had a smile on her face and was ready to serve us. She one of the sweetest people you will ever meet! She kept our drinks refilled and checked in on us making sure we have everything we need. I hope we see her again! She literally NEEDS a raise! I would definitely recommend coming here! The whole Frankenmuth area is so cute and quaint that you could explore for hours!

I have been sitting here for 20 minutes awhile the bartender has been chatting to co workers about…read morewho's opening and closing later this week with two other people. Wanted to order food, but somehow that isn't going to happen today. She is now chewing on her her phone protector cover and laughing with someone else. This is absolutely absurd.

My granddaughter loves Auntie Anne's pretzels. Her favorite is the cinnamon flavors and a sweet…read moredrink. Anytime we go the staff is always busy getting fresh and hot pretzels ready. My only complaint is they need to wash the tables off more often :)

Pretzels are good service isn't. Sorry for being so short but wanna eat my pretzels and get out of…read morethis mall. Sad our kids will never get to experience what we did back in the day and hanging out at the mall...mall rats

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.

Convenient and Pleasant, but Don't Be in a Hurry…read more We ate at Oma's Restaurant while staying at the Bavarian Inn Lodge. The restaurant itself is very homey and pleasant, with the wall murals adding to the traditional Bavarian atmosphere. The food was good, although I wouldn't say it was great. The bratwurst were good, and I particularly enjoyed the sauerkraut. It had a nice flavor and wasn't overly tangy, which I appreciated. The biggest drawback was the service--it was very slow. This is definitely not the place to choose if you're looking for a quick meal or are already hungry and want to eat right away. Plan to settle in and give yourself plenty of time. Being located inside the Bavarian Inn Lodge gives Oma's a steady stream of customers, and there's certainly something to be said for the convenience of simply walking downstairs and having a meal without leaving the property. However, with so many dining choices in Frankenmuth, I would probably explore some of the other options first and save Oma's for when convenience is the priority or other choices are limited. Overall, pleasant atmosphere, decent German food and very convenient for Lodge guests--but the slow service keeps it from being a restaurant I'd go out of my way to visit.

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.

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

My husband and I got some of the salted pretzel bits from here a few weeks ago…read more Perhaps I should try the cinnamon, not sure how pretzel and cinnamon would go, since I usually like cinnamon on a more lighter dough pastry of sorts. Their food truck is in the Walmart main guest lot every week. I have tried the same pretzels at the Birch run location before as well. My husband enjoys pretzel bites. This pretzel place, if you get a bigger one isn't a bad combo for your carb cravings and savory too. It carbs to the craving, although we have had better pretzels at other mall spots before.

My experience was absolutely horrible The food is terrible…read moreit was uncooked, and when I told them to kindly redo it and they refused. I waited in line for an hour and i was about to order but they made me go to the back of the line!

Came here on a Saturday evening and was seated instantly. My wife and I got a sampler flight and a…read morepizza called the Golden Ticket. The flight was nice because they let you mix and match wines, beer, and cider. The Golden Ticket was one of their signature pizzas and I see why! It had fig, prosciutto, and a balsamic-type sauce which gave it a sweet, really unique flavor. A great pie!

Lovely outdoor area with great beer and wine! Went here for lunch and enjoyed sitting in the…read moresunshine. You order at the window and they bring it to you. Sandwiches use flat bread and that's a little different texture wise and still good. You can get a bag of chips/fried/tots in addition- tots are probably best value. Nice outdoor venue and lots of parking.