Jillian Fisher Reviews and Articles:

The Frankenmuth Funtown Chowdown Food Truck Festival is back in action on July 14 with a delicious combination of family-friendly entertainment and a diverse lineup of food trucks from across Michigan.   The food truck festival is from 2 to 9 PM on Thursday, July 14 at Frankenmuth River Place…

Wish Dorothy a Happy Birthday! FRANKENMUTH, Mich. – Nov. 23, 2020 – Not about to be stopped by the pandemic, Dorothy Zehnder, co-founder of the family-owned Bavarian Inn Restaurant will celebrate her 99th birthday on Tuesday, December 1, 2020. At 99 years young, Dorothy still works 6 da…

Special includes Halloween treat bags for each room booked  FRANKENMUTH, Mich. Oct. 6, 2020 – Families looking for a spooky good time in Frankenmuth this Halloween can now book a special Bavarian Inn Lodge Halloween Weekend Deal for the Kids on October 30 and 31. Guests who book both Oc…

FRANKENMUTH, Mich. July 27, 2020 – Families staying or planning a day trip to the Bavarian Inn Lodge can now experience an Outdoor Fun Center as a part of their visit to Frankenmuth. Located on the Lodge property west of the main entrance, the newly created Outdoor Fun Center features more th…

Scrapbooking fun and food planned for March 20-22 FRANKENMUTH, Mich. – Feb. 25, 2020 – Bring out your creative side and make memories with other scrapbooking enthusiasts during the Bavarian Inn Restaurant’s annual “Scrapbook Weekend 2020” planned for Friday, March 20 t…

Singing, dancing and a Royal Show all will enjoy FRANKENMUTH, Mich. – Dec 23, 2019 – Spend time with the Ice Queen, Snow Princess, Ice Harvester and Lovable Snowman when the Bavarian Inn Restaurant hosts a special luncheon event on Monday, Dec. 30 at 11 a.m. Besides a wonderful Bavaria…

December Shows feature Penny Gilley: “Sweetheart of Country Music” FRANKENMUTH, Mich. – Nov. 7, 2019 – The Bavarian Inn Restaurant is hosting a pair of matinee dinner shows on Wednesday, Dec. 4 featuring nationally known country music performer Penny Gilley to help kick off …

FRANKENMUTH, Mich. Sept. 19, 2019 – Long known as a great gathering place for families, the Bavarian Inn Restaurant has now been named one of the top 50 Most Kid-Friendly Restaurants in America by OpenTable, the world’s largest provider of online restaurant reservations. The 2019 list i…

 May 17, 2019 — The world’s largest Olympic-style festival for dogs and their people returns to Michigan’s Little Bavaria over Memorial Day weekend at Frankenmuth River Place Shops. The 13th annual Dog Bowl festival is May 25 to 26 and includes hundreds of dogs competing in e…

               Restaurant providing family style dining with signature menu                At Lodge, bountiful buffet awaits guests   FRANKENMUTH, Mich. March 29, 2019 – Leave the…

FRANKENMUTH, Mich. March 19, 2019 – The Easter Bunny will make an appearance at the Bavarian Inn Restaurant’s Bunny Luncheon, Sunday, April 14 at 11 a.m. Your children will have a great time hopping around with their fluffy Easter pal. In addition to the special visit by the Easter Bunn…

FRANKENMUTH, Mich. Feb. 20, 2019 – The fantastical world of the Mermaid Princess will come to life at Bavarian Inn Restaurant’s Under the Sea Luncheon on Sunday, March 17 at 11:00 a.m. Your children can go where “the seaweed is always greener” with the Mermaid Princess, her s…

FRANKENMUTH, Mich. Dec. 11, 2018 – This year’s Winter Break is the perfect time for your favorite princes and princesses to attend the Bavarian Inn Restaurant’s Enchanted Christmas Luncheon. On Thursday, December 27 at 11:00 a.m., your children can mix and mingle with Cinderella, S…

Plenty of fun for adults, children and families FRANKENMUTH, Mich. – Dec. 6, 2018 – Leave your cares behind in 2018 and welcome the New Year at the Bavarian Inn Lodge. The Bavarian Inn Lodge offers it all when it comes to New Year’s Eve fun, with endless food choices and exciting …

FRANKENMUTH, Mich. – Nov. 27, 2018 – Dorothy Zehnder has been providing visitors to Frankenmuth and the Bavarian Inn Restaurant with delicious, quality food for decades. Now, fans are encouraged to give back to her on her special day. On Saturday, December 1, Dorothy will celebrate her …

Frankenmuth, MI – September 26, 2018 – There is something for everyone at Frankenmuth River Place Shops during the pet and family-friendly Scarecrow Festival from noon to 6 p.m. the weekends of October 13 and 14 and October 20 and 21. All generations can expect a fun time with activitie…

FRANKENMUTH, Mich. September 5, 2018 – Your little princess will be able to dine with royalty at the Bavarian Inn Restaurant’s Enchanted Luncheon on Sunday, September 23 at 11:00 a.m. Cinderella, Mermaid Princess, Ice Queen, Sleeping Beauty and Beauty Princess will all be in the house fo…

FRANKENMUTH, Mich. – August 29, 2018 – Starting Thursday, visitors to Michigan’s “Little Bavaria” can get their fix of traditional treats on the go as the Bavarian Inn Restaurant introduces its new mobile eatery, the “Cluck Truck,” just in time for the busy …

FRANKENMUTH, Mich. August 27, 2018 – In a state full of lakes, rivers and other waterways, Michigan residents are no strangers to bridges. But one bridge in particular has been a big part of the Labor Day holiday for 32 years. Since 1986, hundreds of Frankenmuth residents and guests have come…