Zehnder's Restaurant
Hospitality abounds with traditional family style chicken dinners and tantalizing breads and pastries in the world-famous Zehnder's of Frankenmuth restaurant.
Dinners range from $15.25 to $21.50, with children's portions and special event menus available. Our luncheon menu is available Monday through Saturday from 11 am to 2 pm. Zehnder's is open seven days a week. (For full hours of operation, see below). We are only closed on Christmas Eve, and for our annual employee Christmas party in early January.
Zehnder's restaurant is happy to tailor any meal to meet your dietary needs. Our chefs are well trained in special diet preparation and can provide dining options for gluten free, Celiac Disease, allergies/food sensitivities and most any other kind of special request.
We know that taste preferences vary from guest to guest, so rather than having limited option special menus we prefer to work with each guest based on their likes and dislikes. Many of our regular menu choices can be easily modified to conform to your special requests. After all, we make everything "from scratch" so altering a particular dish to meet your requirements is quite simple. Just let your server know what your preferences are and our chefs will gladly help you with menu options.
If you have any questions please feel free to email Executive Chef John Zehnder at jzehnder(at)zehnders.com
Monthly Specials
January Dinner Specials:
DINNER OF THE MONTH
Tuscan Stuffed Chicken Breast - $18.95
All white meat chicken filled with a fennel sausage stuffing, served on our egg noodle pasta, topped with our house-made basil marinara.
Michigan Cherry Side Salad
Baby salad greens mixed with dried Traverse City cherries, sunflower seeds and 10 month old Parmesan. Tossed with our house-made honey mustard dressing.
Dessert & Beverage Extra
DESSERTS OF THE MONTH
Michigan Cherry Strudel with Vanilla Ice Cream - $4.50
Traditional Lemon Meringue Pie - $3.95
Hot Fudge Brownie - $3.95
Zehnder's Cheesecake - $4.50
JANUARY DRINK SPECIALS:
Hot Spiced Cider
Cruzan 9 Spiced Rum and hot apple cider...the perfect drink on those chilly winter days! $4.95
Non-alcoholic cider available for $2.95
Blue Moon Winter Abbey Ale
This copper-colored ale is made with roasted malts, Belgian sugar and a touch of wheat for a rich caramel flavor with a smooth toffee finish. Available for a limited time - so make sure you try this outstanding seasonal brew!
16 oz. Mug $5.00, 23 oz. Mug $6.75, 60 oz. Pitcher $12.00
Montevina Pinot Grigio
A crisp, light dry white wine that goes very well with chicken and seafood dishes. An ideal wine for any occasion.
Glass $5.50, Bottle $20.00
Luncheon Menu
Click here to download printable menuSoups
Old Fashioned Noodle Soup - Cup $1.95, Bowl $2.95
Fine Egg Noodles in our rich chicken stock.
Vidalia Onion Soup AuGratin
Sweet Vidalia onions simmered in our rich chicken stock, topped with a parmesan crouton and melted Provolone cheese. - Cup $3.95, Bowl $4.75
Our Famous Chicken Dinners
Served with mashed potatoes and dressing, Zehnder's creamy cabbage salad and our freshly baked breads. Side orders of buttered noodles or vegetable of the day only $1.25 with dinners.
Two Pieces Chicken
All Dark - $10.50 One White, One Dark - $10.95 All White - $12.50
Zehnder's Sauteed Chicken Livers - $9.95
Three Pieces Chicken
One White, One Dark, One Wing - $11.95, Drumstick, Thigh, Breast - $12.95
All White - $13.50 All Dark - $11.95
Side orders of buttered noodles or vegetable of the day only $1.25.
Zehnder's Wings and Drumsticks
One Dozen Wings - $10.95
Half Dozen Wings - $7.95
Platter of Six Drumsticks - $7.95
Wings and Drumsticks can be ordered Simply Fried, Cajun Grilled, Buffalo or Thai Chili.
Add fries or Zehnder's creamy cabbage salad to an order of wings or drumsticks for just $1.50
Entrees
Bavarian Sausages - Two locally made sausages served on a bed of sauerkraut with a side of spaetzle. $11.95
Sauteed Beef Tenderloin Tips with Mushrooms - Lightly sauteed beef tips and button mushrooms, tossed in a demi glace and served on our buttered egg noodles. $12.95
Chicken Parmesan - Lightly fried chicken breast topped with marinara and Provolone. Served on our buttered egg noodles. $11.95
Chicken Schnitzel Franconian - Lightly fried chicken breast topped with a saute of tomatoes, mushrooms, onions and artichoke hearts. Your choice of potato or rice. $12.95
Zehnder's House Made Crabcakes with Lobster Sauce - Sauteed twin lump crabcakes topped with lobster sauce. Served on a bed of seasonal greens tossed in a lemon vinaigrette. $11.95
Walleye Fillet - Your choice - broiled or deep fried. Served with french fries. $12.95
Luncheon entrees served with Zehnder's creamy cabbage salad, freshly baked breads and whole fruit preserves. Add noodles, dressing or vegetable of the day to any entree for only $1.25
Hot Chicken Sandwich - Half Sandwich - $9.95 Whole Sandwich - $10.95
Served with mashed potatoes and dressing, topped with our chicken gravy. It's our most popular sandwich!
Zehnder's Original Chicken Sandwich - $7.95
All white meat chicken sliced thin, lettuce and mayo stacked on our own white sandwich bread. Served with chips and a pickle.
1/3 Pound Hamburger with French Fries* (Cooked to Order) - $8.95
Add cheese, bacon or mushrooms, just 50¢ each
*Hamburgers may be undercooked to order.
Open Faced Prime Rib Sandwich
Tender slices of Prime Rib with caramelized sweet Vidalia onions and melted Provolone cheese presented on a garlic buttered French loaf. Served with horseradish sauce or au jus. $12.50
Hazelwood Sandwich
Breast of turkey, bacon and Provolone all grilled, topped with Zehnder's creamy cabbage salad then placed on a buttery croissant. $8.95
Grilled Reuben
Corned beef brisket, Swiss cheese, sauerkraut and 1000 Island Dressing all grilled on our homestyle swirl rye bread. $8.95
Toasted Chicken Club
Classic double-decker with sliced chicken, tomato, lettuce and crispy bacon. Served with chips and a pickle. $8.95
Add French Fries to any sandwich for just $1.50
Salads
Michigan Cherry Salad
Baby salad greens mixed with dried Traverse City cherries, sunflower seeds and shredded 10-month-old Parmesan. Tossed with our house-made honey mustard dressing. $7.95
Traditional Caesar Salad
Crispy hearts of romaine, house-made garlic croutons and aged Parmesan all tossed in our special Caesar dressing. $7.95
Add a char-grilled chicken breast to either salad for $1.95
On the Side
Zehnder's Noodles with Crumb Topping $1.95
Zehnder's Creamy Cabbage Salad $1.95
French Fries $1.95
Sauteéd Chicken Livers $4.95
Spaetzle $1.95
Zehnder's Dressing $1.95
Vegetable of the Day $1.95
Simply Fried Chicken Giblets $3.25
Breaded Cheese Sticks $5.25
Vegetarian Selections
Gnocchi - Tender potato dumplings tossed in our house-made basil pesto. $10.95
Sicilian Sub - Sauteed mushrooms, green peppers, Spanish onions, zucchini, summer squash and artichoke hearts tossed in our marinara sauce. Served on a grilled garlic loaf, topped with melted mozzarella. $10.95
Mini Morel Empanadas - Stuffed with morel mushrooms, green onions and parmesan cheese. Pan fried and topped with a red pepper coulis. $11.95
Grilled Portabella Burger - A whole portabella mushroom, marinated in olive oil and garlic, char-grilled and served on a toasted Kaiser bun. Topped with red onion, tomato, lettuce and our house-made Honey Mustard dressing. Served with french fries. $9.95
Quesadilla - Avocado, tomato, red onion and mozzarella on a grilled flour tortilla. Served with shredded lettuce, salsa and sour cream. $9.95
NOTICE: Ask your server about menu items that can be cooked to order or served raw. Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish or eggs may increase your risk of foodborne illness.
Don't forget to save room for one of our great desserts!
Dinner Menu
Click here to download printable menuAll You Can Eat - $19.50
Soup
Our homemade Noodle Soup with Crispy Crackers
Our Signature Vidalia Onion Soup au Gratin in place of the Noodle Soup on Family Style Dinners for only $2.50
Appetizers
Zehnder's Creamy Cabbage Salad, our House-Made Chicken Liver Paté, Large Curd Cottage Cheese, Zehnder's Cheese Spread with Garlic Toast, A Selection of our Freshly Baked Breads, Whole Fruit Preserves and Our House-Made Cranberry Relish.
Entrées
Frankenmuth Golden Fried Chicken, Creamy Mashed Potatoes, Chicken Gravy, Grandma Zehnder's Dressing, Buttered Egg Noodles, Seasoned Garden Vegetables
Dessert
Vanilla or Chocolate Serve Ice Cream or Orange Sherbet
All White Meat 1.50 Extra Per Person
Add a Second Meat to your Family Style Dinner: Wiener Schnitzel, Bavarian Sausages or Our Special Seasonal Selection. $21.50
Add One of our Signature Shareable Sides:
Sauteed Chicken Livers - $4.95
Crab Cakes with Lobster Sauce - $8.95
Thai Chili Spiced Shrimp (6) - $8.95
Bowl of Chicken Giblets in Gravy - $3.25
Breaded and Simply Fried Giblets - $3.25
Sauteed Sweet & Sour Red Cabbage - $3.25
Zehnder’s Original Chicken Recipes
Tuscan Stuffed Chicken Breast
All white meat chicken filled with a fennel sausage stuffing, served on our egg noodle pasta, topped with our house-made basil marinara. $18.95
Rotisserie Half Chicken
We rub our special seasonings into whole plump birds then slow roast them over open flame. No added fats or oils, just the most delicious and moist chicken ever. $18.95
Chicken in Phyllo
Thin slices of chicken breast with cream cheese, feta cheese, and green onion wrapped in a flaky butter pastry. Topped with your choice of parmesan sauce or raspberry coulis. $19.95
Chicken Plate Dinner
Three pieces of our famous chicken served with Grandma’s dressing and mashed potatoes. $18.95 (All White 1.50 extra)
Sautéed Chicken Liver Plate
Served with dressing and mashed potatoes. $17.95
Steaks, Chops, Schnitzels & Sausage
Prime Rib AuJus
"The King of Beef". Seasoned and slow roasted to retain all of its natural juices. Served char-grilled or natural cut. 18 oz. $22.95 (Served Fri., Sat. & Sun. only)
Heritage Steak
14 oz. thick cut New York Strip steak, char-grilled. $21.95
Porterhouse Steak
18 oz. "The King of Steaks", char-grilled just the way you want it! $22.95
Add sauteed mushrooms, sweet onions or both to your steak for just $2.95
Sautéed Medallions of Beef Tenderloin Portabella
Sautéed medallions of beef topped with a portabella mushroom demi glacé. Prepared medium rare. $21.95
Schnitzel Franconian
Your choice of breast of chicken or natural veal steak pounded thin, dipped in eggs and bread crumbs, then simply fried to a golden brown. Topped with sautéed onions, fresh mushrooms, artichoke hearts and diced ripe tomatoes. $19.50
Sautéed Pork Schnitzel Marsala
Tender slices of pork loin sauteed to a golden brown and topped with a sauce of Marsala wine, sweet onions and fresh mushrooms. $19.50
Bavarian Sausage
Three locally made sausages served on a bed of sauerkraut. $18.75
Seafood Selections
Broiled Great Lakes Whitefish
Lightly broiled in lemon-herb butter, this delicate and distinctive tasting fish is native only to the Great Lakes area. $18.95
Golden Breaded Yellow Lake Perch
Over a half pound of one of the finest tasting fish from the Great Lakes. Lightly breaded then simply fried. $19.95
Breaded Shrimp
Ten Jumbo shrimp, lightly breaded and simply fried to golden brown or prepared with our Thai Chili sauce. $19.95
Baked Crab Stuffed Salmon
Baked 8 oz. salmon fillet topped with crab meat stuffing and our lobster cream sauce. $19.95
All Dinner Selections include bread and butter, fruit preserves, Noodle Soup, Zehnder's creamy cabbage salad, cottage cheese, Zehnder’s cheese spreads, liver paté with garlic toast, and choice of potato or spaetzle (except for chicken plate and liver plate).
NOTICE: ask your server about menu items that can be cooked to order or served raw. Consuming raw or under cooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish or eggs may increase your risk of foodborne illness.
Kid's Menu
Family Style Chicken Dinners
Ages 2-5 $3.95, Ages 6-8 $7.95, Ages 9-11 8.95
Chicken Drumstick Plate
Includes mashed potatoes & gravy, cabbage salad and bread and butter. $5.95
Chicken Fingers and Fries
Includes cabbage salad or applesauce and honey dipping sauce. $6.95
Macaroni & Cheese
Includes choice of cabbage salad or applesauce. $4.95
Mini Corn Dogs (5) and Fries
Includes choice of cabbage salad or applesauce and bread. $4.95
Sandwiches
Zehnder's Plowboy Sandwich
Hot chicken in gravy with mashed potatoes. $4.95
Peanut Butter and Strawberry Jelly
Served with potato chips. $3.50
Grilled American Cheese and Fries - $3.95
Hamburg and Fries - $4.50
Cheeseburg and Fries - $4.95
Hot Dog and Fries - $4.25
*Notice: Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish or eggs may increase your risk of foodborne illness.
Celiac and Gluten Free Menu Suggestions
We realize everyone has personal tastes and slightly different dietary restrictions. We’d be more than happy to custom prepare most anything, but thought a few suggestions might be helpful to give you an idea of what we can do.Traditional Caesar Salad with Grilled Chicken Breast
Crispy Hearts of Romaine with Our Special Caesar Dressing and Aged Parmesan Cheese - request without croutons. Topped with a Char-Grilled Chicken Breast $9.90
Fresh Fruit Plate
An Assortment of Five Fresh Seasonal Fruits Served with Zehnder’s Apple Cranberry Relish or
Cottage Cheese. $8.95
Entrées
All Entrées Come with a Choice of Side Caesar Salad or Tossed Garden Salad, Vegetable of the Day and Choice of Baked Potato, Steamed Rice or Mashed Potatoes.
Half Rotisserie Chicken or Three Piece Broiled Chicken - Bone-in. $16.95
Six Ounce Char-Grilled Boneless Chicken Breast Topped with Franconian Vegetables, Extra Virgin Olive Oil Sautéed Fresh Tomatoes, Mushrooms, Sweet Onions and Artichoke Hearts. $16.95
Heritage Steak
14 oz. New York Strip Steak Char-Grilled to Your Preferred Doneness. $21.95
Broiled 12 Ounce Great Lakes Whitefish
Lightly Brushed with Herb Butter. $18.50
Char-Grilled 12 Ounce Salmon Filet
Lightly Brushed with Maple Glaze. $18.95
Chicken “Veggie” Stir Fry*
Broccoli, Cauliflower, Mushrooms and Zucchini Tossed with Sliced Chicken Breast. $15.95
Tenderloin of Beef & Broccoli Sauté
8 oz. Sliced Filet of Beef Pan Sautéed in Extra Virgin Olive Oil with Fresh Broccoli Buds, Mushrooms and Green Onions. $21.95
*Zehnder’s Uses Only Eden Organic Tamari Soy Sauce - Gluten Free
Vegetarian Menu
Gnocchi
Tender potato dumplings tossed in our house-made basil pesto. $10.95
Sicilian Sub
Sauteed Mushrooms, green peppers, Spanish onions, zucchini, summer squash and artichoke hearts tossed in our Zehnder’s marinara sauce. Served on a grilled garlic loaf, topped with mozzarella cheese. $10.95
Mini Morel Empanadas
Stuffed with morel mushrooms, green onions and parmesan cheese. Pan fried and topped with a red pepper coulis. $11.95
Grilled Portabella Burger
A whole portabella mushroom marinated in olive oil and garlic, char-grilled and served on a toasted Kaiser bun. Topped with red onion, tomato, lettuce and our homemade Honey Mustard dressing. Served with French Fries. $9.95
Quesadilla
Avocado, tomato, red onion and mozarella cheese on a grilled flour tortilla. Served with shredded lettuce, salsa and sour cream. $9.95
Party Trays and Platters
Party Fixin's - Available year round. Why Cook? Enjoy the Party!
Zehnder's Famous Chicken - Golden Fried or Original Baked*
Mixed All White Meat:
1-20 pieces: $1.95/ $2.25 per piece
21-100 pieces: $1.50/ $1.75 per piece
100+ pieces: $1.30/ $1.50 per piece
*Baked chicken requires 24 hour notice
Hot Side Items:
Item:
Au Gratin Potatoes $15.95 Half Pan, $30.95 Full Pan
Au Gratins with Cheese $16.95 Half Pan, $31.95 Full Pan
Mashed Potatoes $13.95 Half Pan, $25.95 Full Pan
Mother's Dressing $15.95 Half Pan, $29.95 Full Pan
Buttered Noodles $17.95 Half Pan, $34.95 Full Pan
Buttered Vegetables $16.95 Half Pan, $32.95 Full Pan
Chicken Giblet Gravy $7.50 Half Pan, $13.95 Full Pan
Cold Side Items:
Item:
Creamy Cabbage Salad $14.95 Half Pan, $26.95 Full Pan
Cranberry/ Apple Relish $20.95 Half Pan, $40.95 Full Pan
Mayonnaise Potato Salad $20.95 Half Pan, $39.95 Full Pan
Pasta Salad $16.95 Half Pan, $30.95 Full Pan
Michigan Dry Cherry Salad $25.95 Half Pan, $50.95 Full Pan
Classic Caesar Salad $22.95 Half Pan, $44.95 Full Pan
* Half pan serves up to 25 guests
**Full pan serves 25 to 50 guests
Sweet Treats (Available seasonally)
Assorted Mini Torte Tray
25 Mini Tortes: Cream Puffs, Chocolate Eclairs, Fruit Tarts, Cheesecakes, Petit Fours, Baklava, Birdsnests, Ladyfingers and Burma Fingers. $45.90
Specialty Duck Bread
A great way to serve dips, cheeses, etc. $8.95
Party Favorites (Available year round)
Cheese Trays
Cubed Cheddar, Colby Jack and Havarti.
Small Tray (serves up to 20 people) $45.00
Large Tray (serves up to 50 people) $85.00
Cheese and Sausage Tray
Cubed Cheddar, Colby Jack, Havarti and Summer Sausage.
Small Tray (3 lbs. Cheese, 1 lb. Sausage) $45.00
Large Tray (4 lbs. Cheese, 2 lbs. Sausage) $65.00
Deli Meat and Cheese Tray
Ham, Turkey, Roast Beef, Swiss and American Cheeses.
Small Tray (4 lbs. Meat, 2 lbs. Cheese) $35.70
Large Tray (8 lbs. Meat, 3 lbs. Cheese) $65.45
Ham Roll-Ups
Small Tray (25 Pieces) $15.00
Large Tray (50 Pieces) $27.95
Vegetable Trays
Small Tray (15-20 people) $30.00
Large Tray (25-30 people) $50.00
Fruit Trays
Assorted Fruits
Small Tray (10-12 people) $25.00
Large Tray (15-20 people) $45.00
Cheeseballs
Cream Cheese and Cheddar Cheese Rolled in Walnuts.
1 lb. Cheeseball $9.95
Chicken Liver Pate
$4.50 a pound
Dozen Pieces Garlic Toast $1.50
Chicken Wings
Buffalo Style, or Original
$7.95 a dozen
Rumaki
Bacon Wrapped Chicken Livers
$12.00 a dozen
Sub Sandwich
Ham, Turkey, Roast Beef, Swiss and American Cheeses, Lettuce, Tomato and Onion
$8.50 a foot
Mini Chicken Salad Puffs
$9.00 a dozen
Mini Crab Salad Puffs
$15.00 a dozen
To Place Your Order Call (989)-652-0575, 9:00 am - 7:00 pm
All foods are custom made to ensure freshness! Also check out our online store for other great seasonal selections and gift baskets.
Sunday Buffet
$21.50 per person
Children Prices: Ages 2-5 $5.50, ages 6-8 $8.95, ages 9-11 $9.25
Starts at noon in Zehnder's Main Dining Room
Home Style Noodle Soup
Crispy Crackers
Zehnder's Creamy Cabbage Salad
Caesar Salad Bowl
Cranberry-Apple Relish
Ambrosia Salad
Large Curd Cottage Cheese
Chicken & Shell Salad
Cucumbers & Tomato Marinade
Three Bean Salad
Relish & Pickle Tray
Pasta Salad of the Week
Freshly Baked Breads
Zehnder's Golden Fried Chicken
Roast Round of Beef - Carved to Order
Breaded Gulf Shrimp with Cocktail Sauce
Entree of the Week
Seafood Item of the Week
Mashed Potatoes and Chicken Gravy
Mother's Dressing
Buttered Noodles
Vegetable of the Day
Soft Serve Vanilla or Orange Sherbet
Special Dessert Buffet
To make reservations, call 800-863-7999
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