Zehnder's, Family restaurant in Frankenmuth, Michigan, US
Zehnder's is a large family restaurant in Frankenmuth, Michigan, spread across several connected dining rooms decorated in an early American style. It is one of the largest restaurants in the United States and can seat several thousand people at once.
The building dates back to 1856, when Henry Reichle opened a hotel on this spot to serve travelers passing through the area. The Zehnder family later took over and gradually turned it into the restaurant it is today.
Zehnder's is known for serving family-style chicken dinners, where dishes are brought to the table in large bowls for everyone to share. This way of eating is central to the experience and draws visitors who want something closer to a home-cooked meal than a standard restaurant visit.
Reservations are strongly recommended, especially on weekends and holidays when the place fills up quickly. Groups should plan ahead and contact the restaurant in advance to arrange seating.
Frankenmuth was founded by Bavarian immigrants in the mid-1800s, and the town still looks and feels like a slice of southern Germany today. Zehnder's fits naturally into this setting, offering food and decor that match the German roots of the town around it.
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