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Frankenmuth Bavarian Inn Restaurant, Frankenmuth, MI

Frankenmuth Bavarian Inn Restaurant

4.6
4.6
5225 Reviews
$30 and under
German

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 135 times today
  • Charming
  • Good for special occasions
  • 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.

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    German
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 11:00 am–8:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:00 am–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (989) 652-9941
  • 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.
  • Neighborhood
    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, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 5,225 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
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Detroit / Eastern Michigan

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Frankenmuth Bavarian Inn Restaurant offers a delightful "bavarian experience," featuring hearty German-inspired meals and "super friendly" service. Guests rave about the "ultimate Bavarian feast," praising both the "amazing service" and "fantastic food." While some note occasional wait times and "higher prices," many cherish the "fun, family atmosphere" and "memorable dining experiences."

5,225 Reviews
  1. Pat

    Detroit

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was just ok this time. Flavors were not like they used to be

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  2. Tommy

    Detroit

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Very good authentic experience. Really liked the restaurant itself and the gift shops in the lower level. The pork schnitzel was very good.

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  3. Thomas

    Detroit

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our waitress did a fantastic job waiting on our table!!!!

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  4. Candice

    Las Vegas

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It was wonderful! Every time it’s been excellent. We love the food. This time a little noisy because I few more kids
    Frankenmuth Bavarian Inn RestaurantResponded 1 day ago
    Thank you for your kind review, Candice! We appreciate the feedback and your business. We look forward to serving you and your family again sometime soon!

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  5. Christina

    Detroit

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our server Autumn was absolutely amazing! The food was delicious, the ambience is always on point.
    Frankenmuth Bavarian Inn RestaurantResponded 1 day ago
    Thank you for your kind review, Christina! We will make sure to pass along your wonderful compliment to Autumn and her managers! We appreciate the feedback and your business. We look forward to serving you and your family again sometime soon!

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  6. Valerie

    Detroit

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 2
    Overpriced and the food is less than mediocre. However enjoying day in Frankenmuth allowed for the aesthetic. Do not plan to return. Things have greatly changed over the years.
    Frankenmuth Bavarian Inn RestaurantResponded 1 day ago
    Thank you for taking the time to share about your experience while dining with us. We are so sorry to hear that you did not find the value in your experience while dining with us. As a company we strive to take criticism as an opportunity to learn, grow and improve. So, thank you for your honest review. We will be passing along your comments to our management team for evaluation. We hope to serve you and your family again sometime soon!

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  7. OpenTable Diner

    Phoenix

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 1
    We are return customers to Bavarian Inn Restaurant during the holiday season. This was our most disappointing experience in our many years visiting. At check-in, there was one singular long line for those of us who had reservations, and those who did not—this line to check-in was terribly long and inefficient. The hostess was overwhelmed and unprepared. The table we sat at seemed to lean in towards the diners, so table wear was slipping on the uneven table. Our table was unfortunately located next to the long line of frustrated visitors. The waitress was friendly, but was rushed and served and stacked the food quickly on the table. We felt rushed. The food was as expected. What used to be a friendly, happy holiday experience, was frustrating for the entire family. Bavarian Inn knows that December is their busiest season—they should educate their staff, be more attentive to crowd and table space planning, and manage accordingly.
    Frankenmuth Bavarian Inn RestaurantResponded 1 day ago
    Thank you for taking the time to share about your experience while dining with us. We are sorry to hear that you felt rushed while you were dining with us. Creating enjoyable experiences is what we strive to do here and we sincerely apologize for our shortcoming on this latest visit! We will be following up with our hospitality department to ensure that none of our guests are rushed while they are dining. Once again, thank you for your honest review. We hope to serve you and your family again sometime soon!

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  8. Charlotte

    Louisville

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always a GREAT holiday tradition! We’ve come here for years!! Always the same great experience.
    Frankenmuth Bavarian Inn RestaurantResponded 1 day ago
    Thank you for your kind review, Charlotte! We appreciate the feedback and your business. We look forward to serving you and your family again sometime soon!

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  9. Joddi

    Detroit

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food and service. Our food came out very fast for how busy they were.
    Frankenmuth Bavarian Inn RestaurantResponded 1 day ago
    Thank you for your kind review, Joddi! We appreciate the feedback and your business. We look forward to serving you and your family again sometime soon!

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  10. Lisa

    Chicago

    12 reviews

    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great experience!!! Good food. Plenty to share a dinner. The cheese puffs were delicious. Shops in the lower level were cute.

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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 5225 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 135 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Frankenmuth Bavarian Inn Restaurant

713 S. Main Street, Frankenmuth, MI 48734

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Frankenmuth
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 11:00 am–8:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:00 am–9:00 pm
  • 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, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • 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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