Metzger's German Restaurant – German
Stepping into this storied destination feels like a warm embrace, where the savory aroma of bubbling French onion soup and traditional spices drifts through an atmosphere of timeless hospitality. Hearty platters of artisanal wurst and golden, melt-in-your-mouth cheese spatzen anchor an experience that seamlessly blends Old World comfort with delicate starters like smoked whitefish spread and savory onion pie. Every meal here is a celebration of rich culinary heritage, inviting guests to linger over flavors that feel both nostalgic and deeply satisfying.
I 94, Scio Township, Michigan 48103 https://metzgers.net/Rating: 4/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: German
Price range: $$
Dietary options: high-protein, keto, low-carb, gluten-free, dairy-free, nut-free, vegetarian, vegan, whole30, paleo, diabetic, sugar-free, pescatarian, mediterranean, heart-healthy, plant-based, low-fat, low-sodium, atkins, clean-eating, south-beach, low-cholesterol, anti-inflammatory, weight-watchers, high-fiber, dash-sodium-reduced, carnivore, aip, raw-food, volumetrics, tlc, detox, alkaline, zone, renal, low-fodmap, candida, lectin-free, mayo-clinic, macrobiotic, slow-carb, pegan
Currently closed
Hours
- Monday - Thursday
- 11:00 AM - 8:30 PM
- Friday - Saturday
- 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM
- Sunday
- 11:00 AM - 7:00 PM
What diners are saying
Celebrated for its fresh and well-prepared menu, guests frequently rave about the delicious desserts and high-quality ingredients that make it a top choice for special occasions. Reviewers highlight the polite and attentive service, noting that the relaxed vibe creates a perfect atmosphere for a memorable meal.
Menu
- Soup of the Day: Homemade daily soup Dietary tags: Clean-Eating, Volumetrics
- Metzger’s Baked French Onion Soup: Large crouton, melted Swiss cheese Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins, Carnivore, Candida, Lectin-Free
- Cheese Spatzen: Light noodle-like dumplings, sauerkraut, onions, melted aged Swiss cheese Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free
- Metzger’s Wurst Sampler: Sliced Mettwurst and Bratwurst, warm dark pumpernickel bread, mustards Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free
- Smoked Whitefish Spread: Smoked Whitefish spread, crackers Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Onion Pie: Baked sweet onions, spices, eggs, cream cheese, puffed pastry crust Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free
- Chicken Wings: Choice of Sweet Onion Mustard, Chili Garlic, or Salt & Vinegar Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Atkins
- Jumbo Shrimp Cocktail: Jumbo shrimp, cocktail sauce, fresh lemon Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Low-Fat, Atkins, South-Beach, TLC
- Liptauer Cheese Spread: House-made cheese spread, German bread Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Classic Caesar Salad: Romaine lettuce, Caesar dressing, parmesan cheese, herbed croutons Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Volumetrics, Mayo-Clinic
- Raspberry Vinaigrette Salad: Mixed greens, gorgonzola cheese, toasted slivered almonds, Michigan dried cherries, sweet red onions Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, High-Fiber, Volumetrics, Mayo-Clinic
- German Sauerbraten: Slow roasted choice beef marinated in wine, vinegar, and spices, sour cream gravy Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Zwiebelrostbraten: Slow roasted Angus Beef prime rib, brown gravy, fried onions Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- German Rouladen: Beef round stuffed with onions, bacon, pickles, mustard, spices, tomato beef sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Carb, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Diabetic, Atkins
- Schnitzel: Breaded pork cutlet; options include Jäger sauce, Ala Holstein, Zigeuner, or Mushroom sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- The Zigeuner Steak: Boneless Angus Beef top sirloin, sautéed onions, mushrooms, green peppers Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, Candida
- German Meat Patties: Ground round, onions, spices, German gravy Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Jägerbraten: Slow roasted Angus Beef prime rib, Jäger sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Atkins
- Kasseler Rippchen: Grilled smoked pork loin chops Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, AIP, Candida, Lectin-Free
- German Style Stuffed Cabbage Rolls: Rice, ground beef, spices, tomato sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber
- German Style Chicken Livers: Sautéed in butter and white wine, onion rings Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Fresh Lake Perch: Lightly breaded and pan sautéed or fried Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free
- Fresh Lake Superior Whitefish: Pan fried or broiled Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, Carnivore, Detox, Slow-Carb, Candida, Lectin-Free
- Charbroiled Salmon Filet: Grilled salmon, scallion butter Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, Zone, Candida, Lectin-Free
- Deep Fried Jumbo Shrimp: Hand-battered jumbo shrimp Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free
- Sesame Chicken: Breaded chicken breast, sesame seed crust, mushroom sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free
- Jäger Chicken: Pan fried chicken breast, provolone cheese, Jäger sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Chicken Sautée: Shaved brussel sprouts, onion, portabella mushrooms, red pepper, white wine cream sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Carb, Nut-Free, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins
- German Bratwurst: Veal sausage, caramelized onions Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Diabetic, Atkins, Lectin-Free
- German Mettwurst: Smoked pork and beef sausage Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins, Carnivore, Candida, Lectin-Free
- German Knackwurst: Mild all-beef sausage Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins, Carnivore, Candida, Lectin-Free
- Wurst Platte: Bratwurst, Knackwurst, and Mettwurst
- Pig Hock: Tender pork hock Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins, Clean-Eating, Carnivore, AIP, Candida, Lectin-Free
- Smoked Pork Shank: Smoked and flavorful pork shank Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins, Clean-Eating, Carnivore, AIP, Candida, Lectin-Free
- Haus Platter for Two: Wiener Schnitzel, Bratwurst, Mettwurst, Knackwurst, spatzen, sauerkraut, red cabbage, potato salad, house salad or soup Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Rheinisher Sampler: Half order of Wiener Schnitzel and sauerbraten Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Prime Rib of Beef: 14 oz slow roasted Angus Beef prime rib, au jus Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, Carnivore, AIP, Slow-Carb, Candida, Lectin-Free
- Sirloin Sizzler Steak: 12 oz sizzler steak, onion rings Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Sautéed Beef Liver: Beef liver with choice of onions, mushrooms, or bacon Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, Slow-Carb, Candida, Lectin-Free
- Center Cut Pork Chops: Two 8 oz chops, charbroiled Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, Carnivore, AIP, Candida, Lectin-Free
- Smoked Salmon Pasta: Fresh linguine, asparagus, capers, tomatoes, lemon cream sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free
- Pan Fried Spatzen in Browned Butter: Spatzen, shaved brussel sprouts, portabella mushrooms, red pepper, onions Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free
- French Dip: Thinly sliced prime rib, bun, au jus Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
- Fried Chicken Sandwich: Chicken, provolone cheese, house coleslaw, Brioche bun Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Classic Reuben: Corned beef or turkey, sauerkraut, rye bread Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Metzger’s Red Reuben: Corned beef, Bavarian red cabbage, rye bread Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free
- Leberkäse on Pretzel Bun: Ground beef, pork, and bacon loaf, lettuce, pickles, tomato, red onion, Dijon mustard Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free
- Shaved Roast Pork Sandwich: Roast pork, hoagie bun, sauerkraut, provolone, sweet mustard sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Chargrilled Hamburger: Angus Beef ground round, bun Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free
- Schnitzel Sandwich: Breaded pork cutlet on bread Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Smoked Salmon Sandwich: Open-faced on dark bread, Liptaur cheese, red onion, tomato Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free
- Fried Whitefish Sandwich: Fried whitefish, fries, coleslaw Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Bratwurst Sandwich: Bratwurst, grilled onions, bun Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free
- German Fried Potatoes Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
- German Potato Pancakes: Served with applesauce and sour cream Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Spatzen: Homemade German noodles with gravy Dietary tags: Nut-Free
- Egg Noodles Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free
- German Potato Salad Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free
- Mashed Potatoes Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free
- French Fries Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Sugar-Free, Low-Cholesterol
- Onion Rings Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Bavarian Red Cabbage Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Volumetrics, Mayo-Clinic
- Sauerkraut Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Diabetic, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Weight-Watchers, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Alkaline, AIP, Mayo-Clinic, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Pegan, Lectin-Free
- Garden Salad Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Weight-Watchers, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Raw-Food, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic, Slow-Carb, Pegan
- Bavarian Beet Salad Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic, Lectin-Free
- German-style Cucumber Salad Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, Low-Cholesterol, Raw-Food, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic, Lectin-Free
- Applesauce Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Weight-Watchers, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, Renal, Mayo-Clinic, Lectin-Free
- Cole Slaw Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, High-Fiber
- Cottage Cheese Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins, South-Beach, Weight-Watchers, Clean-Eating, Volumetrics, Mayo-Clinic, Lectin-Free
- Fresh Vegetable of the Day Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, Weight-Watchers, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Pegan
- Black Forest Torte: Chocolate cake, butter cream, sweet cherries Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Apple Strudel: Flakey pastry, served warm Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Double Chocolate Cherry Torte: Rich chocolate cake Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Bread Pudding: Served warm with vanilla sauce Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Cheesecake: Optional raspberry puree or strawberries
- Carrot Cake: Large portion
- Assorted Ice Cream: Vanilla or weekly special Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Hot Fudge Sundae Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Coffee
- Glüh Wine: Traditional German hot-spiced wine
Frequently Asked Questions about Metzger's German Restaurant
- Does this restaurant have a website or online ordering?
- The restaurant has an official website at https://metzgers.net/, though the provided data does not specify online ordering capabilities.
- What are the most popular dishes at this restaurant?
- Popular dishes include French onion soup, cheese spatzen, artisanal wurst, and highly praised desserts like apple strudel and black forest torte.
- Is this restaurant suitable for families?
- The relaxed vibe, polite service, and diverse menu featuring cheese spatzen and desserts make it suitable for family special occasions.
- Is this restaurant currently open and operational?
- Metzger's German Restaurant is currently operational, with information available on their website at https://metzgers.net/ regarding their German cuisine offerings.
- What is the overall customer sentiment about this restaurant?
- Customers highly praise the fresh menu, delicious desserts, and attentive service, making it a top choice for special occasions.
- What percentage of this menu works for vegan, keto, gluten-free, or low-carb diets?
- Vegan options include Bavarian beet salad and cucumber salad, while keto, gluten-free, and low-carb choices feature bratwurst and wurst platte.
- Is this restaurant good for casual dining or more upscale?
- This restaurant offers a relaxed vibe and timeless hospitality, making it a top choice for both casual dining and special occasions.
- What makes this restaurant unique or special?
- This storied German destination is unique for its timeless hospitality, artisanal wurst, and high-quality ingredients perfect for special occasions.
- What do customers love most about this restaurant according to reviews?
- Customers rave about the delicious desserts, high-quality ingredients, and polite, attentive service that make this restaurant a top choice.
- How extensive is this restaurant's menu selection?
- The extensive menu features German classics like sauerbraten and schnitzel, alongside diverse options catering to over 40 different dietary preferences.