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Why Three Steps?

Why Three Steps?

by Terri McNutt | Feb 22, 2022 | News, Zehnder's History, Zehnder's of Frankenmuth, Zehnder's Restaurant

By Al Zehnder, CEO of Zehnder’s of Frankenmuth I’ve taken those three steps hundreds of thousands of times. Guests and staff members use them daily. They are the three steps just to the north of our Guest Services office connecting our 1948 addition (our north...
Zehnder’s Tap Room

Zehnder’s Tap Room

by Terri McNutt | Feb 1, 2019 | News, Zehnder's History, Zehnder's of Frankenmuth, Zehnder's Restaurant, Zehnders

By Al Zehnder, CEO of Zehnder’s of Frankenmuth [PHOTOS] Our current Tap Room was part of the 1948 expansion that included a larger lobby, updated bathrooms, a coat room and increased dining space – essentially the whole north wing of Zehnder’s. By 1954,...
Zehnder’s Link to George Washington’s Home

Zehnder’s Link to George Washington’s Home

by Terri McNutt | Oct 29, 2018 | News, Zehnder's History, Zehnder's of Frankenmuth, Zehnder's Restaurant, Zehnders

By Al Zehnder, CEO of Zehnder’s of Frankenmuth My grandfather, William Zehnder, Sr. and my grandmother Emilie purchased what was then The New Exchange Hotel in December of 1928. So I would imagine that negotiations for the building were in full swing, if not...
It’s Been 30 Years!

It’s Been 30 Years!

by Terri McNutt | Jul 27, 2018 | News, The Fortress, Zehnder's Gift Shop, Zehnder's History, Zehnder's Marketplace, Zehnder's of Frankenmuth, Zehnder's Restaurant, Zehnder's Splash Village, Zehnders

We had been working with Walter and Maria Palmer, the owners of what was then the Bavarian Haus Motel, on various packages and cross promotions of our respective properties. Over the years they also became great friends of our family. As they neared retirement,...
July 26, 1930

July 26, 1930

by Terri McNutt | Jun 29, 2018 | Frankenmuth, News, Zehnder's History, Zehnder's of Frankenmuth, Zehnder's Restaurant, Zehnders

By Al Zehnder, CEO of Zehnder’s of Frankenmuth I don’t know what my grandparents were thinking. The country was in the throes of the Great Depression and Prohibition had been passed 10 years earlier. The state of the economy was miserable. The logical conclusion...
Zehnder’s Restaurant Ranked #1 Independent Restaurant in Michigan

Zehnder’s Restaurant Ranked #1 Independent Restaurant in Michigan

by Terri McNutt | Nov 7, 2017 | Awards, Chef's Blog, Frankenmuth, News, Zehnder's History, Zehnder's of Frankenmuth, Zehnder's Restaurant, Zehnders

FRANKENMUTH, MI – Zehnder’s of Frankenmuth, the 1,500 seat family restaurant located in Frankenmuth, Mich., has been ranked the number one independent restaurant in Michigan, and for the third consecutive year, number two in the country for the number of meals served...
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✨ Tomorrow marks the return of one of our favorite seasonal traditions — locally sourced Blue Hubbard Squash! ✨

Harvested right here in Michigan, this hearty autumn favorite will be served daily through Thanksgiving alongside our Family Style Chicken Dinner as the vegetable of the day.

Join us in celebrating the flavors of fall and take part in this time-honored culinary tradition — one delicious plate at a time. 🍂🥘

As Chef Lance likes to say, “It’s Farm to Family Style!”

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✨ Tomorrow marks the return of one of our favorite seasonal traditions — locally sourced Blue Hubbard Squash! ✨
Harvested right here in Michigan, this hearty autumn favorite will be served daily through Thanksgiving alongside our Family Style Chicken Dinner as the vegetable of the day.
Join us in celebrating the flavors of fall and take part in this time-honored culinary tradition — one delicious plate at a time. 🍂🥘
As Chef Lance likes to say, “It’s Farm to Family Style!”

✨ The magic begins the moment you step into the Splash Village lobby! ✨
Keep your eyes open — you might spot playful elves, colorful butterflies, whimsical mushrooms, and even a dragonfly or two. 🧚‍♀️🦋🍄

Then, just beyond our grand picture windows, a world of waterpark thrills awaits — from soaring slides to endless splashes! 💦

Are you ready to experience the adventure? 🌊

Book now: https://www.zehnders.com/book-now/

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✨ The magic begins the moment you step into the Splash Village lobby! ✨
Keep your eyes open — you might spot playful elves, colorful butterflies, whimsical mushrooms, and even a dragonfly or two. 🧚‍♀️🦋🍄
Then, just beyond our grand picture windows, a world of waterpark thrills awaits — from soaring slides to endless splashes! 💦
Are you ready to experience the adventure? 🌊
Book now: https://www.zehnders.com/book-now/

✨ Picture this: it’s 1940. You’re strolling down Main Street in Frankenmuth and you spot Zehnder’s. At that time, our world-famous Family Style Chicken Dinner had only been on the menu for 11 years — since our opening in 1929. 🍗

From those humble beginnings to today, we’ve come such a long way — and it’s all thanks to you, our cherished guests, for being part of the journey.

Here’s to the memories we’ve made together, and the many more to come! #ThrowbackThursday #ZFun

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✨ Picture this: it’s 1940. You’re strolling down Main Street in Frankenmuth and you spot Zehnder’s. At that time, our world-famous Family Style Chicken Dinner had only been on the menu for 11 years — since our opening in 1929. 🍗
From those humble beginnings to today, we’ve come such a long way — and it’s all thanks to you, our cherished guests, for being part of the journey. 
Here’s to the memories we’ve made together, and the many more to come! #ThrowbackThursday #ZFun

Welcome to WOW! Our newly renovated rooms are some of the best in Frankenmuth!

For a limited time, save $50 on your stay! 🌊
Summer may be winding down, but the fun doesn’t have to! Enjoy $50 off any room style on select September dates. Whether you’re planning a weekend getaway or one last family adventure before fall, this is the perfect chance to relax, recharge, and make memories.
Book now: https://www.zehnders.com/book-now/

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Welcome to WOW! Our newly renovated rooms are some of the best in Frankenmuth! 
For a limited time, save $50 on your stay! 🌊
Summer may be winding down, but the fun doesn’t have to! Enjoy $50 off any room style on select September dates. Whether you’re planning a weekend getaway or one last family adventure before fall, this is the perfect chance to relax, recharge, and make memories.
Book now: https://www.zehnders.com/book-now/
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