Das Dutchman Essenhaus

Category: Family restaurant

Address: 240 US-20, Middlebury, IN 46540, USA

Phone: +15748259471

Opening hours

Sunday: Closed

Monday: Closed

Tuesday: 7AM–8PM

Wednesday: 7AM–8PM

Thursday: 7AM–8PM

Friday: 7AM–8PM

Saturday: 7AM–8PM

Reviews

Scott Coffman

Jul 21, 2022

Tuesday buffet. We got there about 2:30. It switches over to dinner buffet at 3:00, which we got charged for, but it’s only a dollar more, so that’s not a big deal at all. Plus, they added Turkey. Hamburger noodle casserole was a bit salty, but that’s the only criticism I can come up with. Honestly, just leave me alone with a plate of those rolls and some apple butter and I’m good. I would say save room for pie, but really, it’s more like MAKE room for pie. I had the butterscotch this time, and it was heavenly. Much lighter than it looked, and not overly sweet.

Michael Schippers

Apr 3, 2022

Great food and friendly attentive service. I've been going there for many years and it's always great in every way. A nice selection of gifts and bakery items.

Zachary Frieben

Mar 3, 2022

Had been to the bakery before but never dined in. And apparently forgot to review it, but it's good that I waited Anyway because I did more this time :) The buffet is awesome! Most of the food is pretty comparable to Blue Gate, rich and carby Amish goodness. Service is really good, we never waited more than a couple minutes to have plates taken away. The building itself is really cool, with neat decor hanging around everywhere, and it's huge! Can't wait to come back!

cindy bussing

Feb 20, 2022

Absolutely fantastic food. We did have a 30 minute wait to be seated but it was well worth the wait. The staff and food were top notch quality. I would recommend this place to all my friends. Hope to be able to go back again real soon. God Bless all the staff.

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Questions & Answers

what r the hours of resturant

Keith and Betty Trimble | Feb 14, 2018
Faith Sprunger | Feb 15, 2018

7am to 9pm

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Is the salad bar open

Patricia Montgomery | Sep 16, 2021
Steve Downing | Sep 17, 2021

Yes it was on Friday during our visit.

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Does The Essen Hause have an open buffet now?

Betty Mock | Sep 16, 2021
Jean Bethany | Sep 17, 2021

Yes. They provide gloves that must be worn(one handed) to serve yourself.

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Are u still doing buffet

Patricia Stateler | May 19, 2021
Dorothy Gregory | May 20, 2021

Yes they are

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Is the buffet open

Carol Vandermolen | May 19, 2021
May Brock | May 20, 2021

Yes they are, mask & gloves required when at the buffet

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Have all the gift shops reopened yet?

chris lanum | May 19, 2021
David White | May 20, 2021

Yes everything is open. Just left there today. 5/07/21. The very best chicken I’ve ever had. The people in the booth next to us asked if they could order a order of chicken skin. That’s how good it is.

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Hi, Is the dinner buffet open?

Jack Woolley | Apr 19, 2021
Anna Blades | Apr 20, 2021

Yes

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Is there R V parking available. Thanks, Mike.

Mike Niefert | Feb 14, 2020
Das Dutchman Essenhaus (Owner) | Feb 15, 2020

Hello Mike! Thank you for your inquiry! As all our wonderful guests below have remarked, we do have a large parking lot that can accommodate short-term RV parking while dining & shopping. We look forward to hosting you!

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Do you have anything gluten free

Paige Martin | Feb 14, 2020
Patricia Wissinger Brickman | Feb 15, 2020

You would need to contact the Restaurant directly to get your answer.

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Where can I find Thanksgiving menu? Thanks

David Johnson | Nov 15, 2021
Bobbi Craven | Nov 16, 2021

On their website it is listed under carry out on the drop down menu option.

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Do you still have family style?

Shirley Miles | Oct 16, 2021
Das Dutchman Essenhaus (Owner) | Oct 17, 2021

Hi Shirley! Unfortunately, at this time we are not offering Family Style Dining. But, we do plan on offering it again as soon as possible! Please watch our website and social media for updates.

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do you need reservations or is it first come, and you do serve the family style dinner correct

Daniel Pellack | Sep 16, 2021
Jaime Barbrick | Sep 17, 2021

We were there yesterday. They are only serving buffet & menu dining -- no family style. I asked why & was told by an employee that they do not have enough employees to do family style right now but that they hope to be able to start it up again in the near future. (Seems to be the same issue a lot of businesses are having right now.) The buffet was great, as usual!

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Does Das Essenhaus take charge cards

Patricia Rourke | Sep 16, 2021
Carrie H | Sep 17, 2021

Yes

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Do you have outside seating?

Lynn Korff | Aug 17, 2021
Das Dutchman Essenhaus (Owner) | Aug 18, 2021

Hi Lynn! At this time, we only offer indoor seating options for our restaurant!

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Is there outside sitting

Sharon Hilbert | Feb 13, 2021
Vickie Horvath | Feb 14, 2021

No but tables ate spaced at least 6 ft apart.

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Can you buy slices of pie at the bakery’s?

Debbie Dobbertien | Feb 14, 2020
Leanna Hershberger | Feb 15, 2020

Yes and they are delicious

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Is there still a breakfast buffet, & if so what are the hours?

Frank Mansell | Feb 14, 2019
mfs8998 | Feb 15, 2019

There is still a breakfast buffet and the hours are 7-11 am

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Is it open on Memorial Day? And times for breakfast, lunch, and dinner?

Mildred Ramsey | Feb 14, 2019
Brenda Donahue | Feb 15, 2019

I would presume they'd be open Memorial Day. We always get the buffet then a piece of their delicious pie.

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What time is dinner?

A Google User | Feb 14, 2019
Janeane Smith | Feb 15, 2019

There is a buffet for breakfast .then dinner buffet starts around 4.and runs till 7 30 PM

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Can you still get the jars of chicken and beef stock. It was concentrated.

Lori Moran | Feb 14, 2018
Tracey Stutzman | Feb 15, 2018

I know you can get cans of it

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Will you be open on New Year's Day?

Geneva Swoveland | Jan 14, 2022
Vanessa Potter | Jan 15, 2022

The tables are all there and they're open Tues through Sat. They were closed on new year's day though.

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Will they be open for thanksgiving? What are the hours reservations

Diane Glick | Dec 15, 2021
tom sutter | Dec 16, 2021

They are closed on Thanksgiving day.

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Where is there a Christmas Show ?

Judy Scofield | Nov 15, 2021
Kortney M | Nov 16, 2021

Shipshewana has one every year.

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Are dogs allowed

von clarke | Nov 15, 2021
Connie Hodapp | Nov 16, 2021

Service documented dogs only

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How late do you serve breakfast?

Cheryl Spickelmier | Aug 17, 2021
Das Dutchman Essenhaus (Owner) | Aug 18, 2021

Hi Cheryl! Tuesday through Friday breakfast is served till 10:45am, and our Saturday breakfast buffet is open till 11am.

Is the breakfast buffet back?

Chuck Sayers | Jul 18, 2021
James Nardin | Jul 19, 2021

Yes just on Saturdays

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Are masks required

Pat Dannhardt | Jul 18, 2021
Joe Oliver | Jul 19, 2021

Feel free to visit without masks.

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Is the buffet back open now?

Greg Burris | Jul 18, 2021
Deborah Williams | Jul 19, 2021

Yes, and as wonderful as ever. No family style, though, except on Fridays & Saturdays.

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Are u doing buffet

Patricia Stateler | May 19, 2021
dianna wilson | May 20, 2021

Yes, you must wear your mask and they will give you gloves for the buffet

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What are the Covid safety practices like here?

People are asking | Feb 13, 2021
gwen gagliardo | Feb 14, 2021

The waitresses wore masks. Tables were placed at least 6' apart. After table near us was cleared it was wiped down with what appeared to be an antibacterial cleaner.

Is your buffet open or just menu or family style? What is the cost of you buffet and time if it is open?

Marilyn VanSingel | Apr 19, 2021
Dale Wagoner | Apr 20, 2021

Buffet is open according to the sign .

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Will you be open April 2,2021

Dennis Randle | Apr 19, 2021
Das Dutchman Essenhaus (Owner) | Apr 20, 2021

Hello Dennis! The restaurant will be open 7am-8pm and the bakery will be open 6:30am-8pm on April 2, 2021.

what time can we order carry out chicken

Jennifer Cibor | Mar 20, 2021
Carlos Andrés Botero | Mar 21, 2021

20 minutes before you want to pick it up. They pack it in good boxes, it remains hot for at least half an hour. Use the southeast door in the building when you are ready to get your order.

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Is your smorgasbord open at this time?

Cecelia Mainstone | Feb 13, 2021
Chris Lockman | Feb 14, 2021

Just opened the buffet

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What are your hours and restrictions during Covid.

Kathleen VanderMeer | Feb 13, 2021
Faron Frazee | Feb 14, 2021

We visited here last week before dine in was back and the food travels well and tastes delish 😋😋 at home too. Just because it is OPEN to DINE IN doesn't mean you should stop supporting the carry out service it will help all the way around

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is your dinning room open to sit down and eat

Dan Brown | Feb 13, 2021
Lynley Bourke | Feb 14, 2021

When I was there two weeks ago the had sit down dining family style only no buffet. That was 2 weeks ago a lot might have happened since then.

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If I come down from Michigan am I going to be able to get a table? It looks like curbside only? Don't want to make the trip if I can't eat inside

Janice Thompson | Feb 13, 2021
Das Dutchman Essenhaus (Owner) | Feb 14, 2021

Greetings! Thank you for your question. We are currently open for Carry-Out Only, Mon-Sat, 10:30am-7:00pm. The Bakery is open Mon-Sat, 6:30am-7:00pm.

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Heard Essenhaus is closed because of Covid 19 for a couple of weeks, but the bakery is open and carryout. Any truth to this?

Deb Thomas | Feb 13, 2021
Jo Rider | Feb 14, 2021

Sadly yes not sure how long it will be closed to dine in

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Open labor day .. .?....?

larry porter | Feb 13, 2021
Linda Thompson | Feb 14, 2021

Yes

Can you please let me know when your buffet is ready to go again and thank you

Alice Stanton | Feb 13, 2021
Das Dutchman Essenhaus (Owner) | Feb 14, 2021

Good morning, Alice! Thanks for checking in. The buffet is not currently available; however, you can view our current menu and Family-Style options at essenha.us/modifiedmenu. Stay tuned to Essenhaus.com and our social media for updates! We'll be sure to post as soon as we're able to welcome you back to the buffet!

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Do you still carry poppyseed salad dressing. We were there about a month ago and they did not have any for purchase.

Mary Harmatys | Feb 13, 2021
Dorothy Wurtsbaugh | Feb 14, 2021

We still serve it so I assume we sell it.

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Is there in house dining today

Joanna Barkmanqq | Feb 13, 2021
Dave Binkley | Feb 14, 2021

As of rite now not sure what restrictions Indiana has . I am from Mi and we have take out only after 3:00pm

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What time do the shops open up?

Barbara Bizik | Feb 14, 2020
G Mac | Feb 15, 2020

Don't know about winter. 9 in the morning during summer

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R the dressers low? I need to use a home dialysis machine so dresser needs to be close to bed level & room for my maching if the tv is on it too.

Brenda Johnson | Feb 14, 2020
Das Dutchman Essenhaus (Owner) | Feb 15, 2020

Good Morning Brenda! Thank you for your note. The nightstands in each guest room at the Inn are bed height. For further details, we invite you to contact Lisa Lowe, Inn Manager at 574-825-9471. Thank you again for your inquiry, we look forward to hosting you.

Do you serve alcohol?

Jeff Hirons | Feb 14, 2020
Das Dutchman Essenhaus (Owner) | Feb 15, 2020

Good Morning Jeff! We are an alcohol-free campus (Restaurant & Inn). Thank you for your inquiry!

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Will you be open September 2 2019

Frances Stutzman | Feb 14, 2020
Das Dutchman Essenhaus (Owner) | Feb 15, 2020

Hello Frances! Yes, we will be open on Labor Day, Monday, September 2 from 6am-8pm. We look forward to hosting you! Wishing you a wonderful holiday weekend!

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Are you open on Sundays

Patricia Goshorn | Feb 14, 2020
Sherman Smeed | Feb 15, 2020

No Sunday hours

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Do they drug test

Ryan Edwards | Feb 14, 2020
Das Dutchman Essenhaus | Feb 15, 2020

Greetings Ryan! Thank you for your inquiry. Yes, we do require a drug test upon enrolling a new team member.

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Does this restaurant celebrate birthdays?

Debbie Dobbertien | Feb 14, 2020
Das Dutchman Essenhaus (Owner) | Feb 15, 2020

Hello Debbie! Wonderful question! Yes, guests may purchase and enjoy a mini birthday cake while dining in the Restaurant. Simply ask your server for more details upon arrival. We are also pleased to offer private dining rooms for those wishing to host an event with us. More details may be obtained by phoning Restaurant Reservations at 574-825-9471. We look forward to hosting you!

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Can I make advanced reservations for dinner?

Gersteen Sherrod | Feb 14, 2020
Das Dutchman Essenhaus (Owner) | Feb 15, 2020

Good Afternoon Gersteen! Thank you for your inquiry. We are delighted to take reservations for groups of 15 or more guests. We look forward to hosting you!

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Do you have the buffet on Saturday?

Renee Thompson | Feb 14, 2020
William Horton | Feb 15, 2020

Yes, the buffet is available from the menu side on Saturday.

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Do you have gift cards?

Dan Quenneville | Feb 14, 2019
RUTH ELAINE KAMPS | Feb 15, 2019

YES ABLE TO OBTAIN GIFT CARDS

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Are you going to be open Christmas Eve?

brandy roberts | Feb 14, 2019
Das Dutchman Essenhaus (Owner) | Feb 15, 2019

Hi Brandy! Thank you for your inquiry! The following are our Holiday Hours: Christmas Eve Restaurant Open Until 3pm Bakery & Gift Shops Open Until 5pm Inn Open Christmas Day Restaurant, Bakery & Gift Shops Closed Inn Open We look forward to hosting you!

Is restaurant open on Saturday for breakfast?

Rosalie Kellogg | Feb 14, 2019
Amber Marshall | Feb 15, 2019

Menu dining stars at. 6:00am. Buffet breakfast starts at 7:00am.

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Are you having Thanksgiving dinner

Nancy Glenn | Feb 14, 2019
Nancy Glenn | Feb 15, 2019

No i mean is essenhaus open on Thanksgiving?

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What is the cost for lunch buffet and cost of family style meal?

Deana Freeman | Feb 14, 2020
Angela McQuiston | Feb 15, 2020

Lunch buffet prices vary from weekday to weekend. Weekend buffet prices are 15.99 for adults and 18.99 for family style. Mon-thurs its buffet is 12.99. Keep in mind drinks are seperate unless you order water.

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Do you take reservations?

VICKIE Adams | Feb 14, 2019
Merilee Forseth | Feb 15, 2019

I don't know a hundred percent if they do or not, but with the size of that place I would say yes they do. But perhaps you could just Google their phone number and give them a call and ask

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Do u make fruit cakes

Judy Bruce | Feb 14, 2019
Amber House | Feb 15, 2019

Yes

Is the chicken fried or boasted

Sandra DeBaeke | Feb 14, 2019
Tammy Weathers | Feb 15, 2019

Not real sure all I know it is the best chicken I have ate since my Great Grandma.. You will not be disappointed.

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American Express accepted?

Daniel Rupright | Feb 14, 2019
Wayne Gregory | Feb 15, 2019

Don't know, just call them

At what time do they stop serving breakfast?

Lizbeth Flores | Feb 14, 2019
Mommyof3 Fields | Feb 15, 2019

We were there at noon on a Saturday and they still had breakfast in one area and lunch on the other side.

Are they open on labor day?

Stephanie Gladieux | Feb 14, 2019
Julie Bordner | Feb 15, 2019

yes

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Is there a buffet for lunch during the week?

Mary Edmonds | Feb 14, 2019
Brian James | Feb 15, 2019

Yes they do I believe they have a breakfast buffet a lunch buffet and a dinner buffet they also have family style dining or just order off a menu

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Is there a theater there?

MaeLee Nykerk | Feb 14, 2019
gary haller | Feb 15, 2019

No theater

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Are you open thanksgiving or christmas day

Christine Ellison Bolhuis | Feb 14, 2019
Robert Zebell | Feb 15, 2019

I don't believe so but not sure but knowing the the place I would say know

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Do I need to make reservations?

Nita Kirk | Feb 14, 2019
Judith Kiste | Feb 15, 2019

Are you open all year

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Are they open on the 4th of July

Devon McKay | Feb 14, 2019
Brandon Hartzler | Feb 15, 2019

Yes!

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What is the name of that peanut butter spread they give you for the biscuits ? Wanting to order some and send to a friend

Pam Farrer | Feb 14, 2019
Daniel Hayden | Feb 15, 2019

Amish Peanut butter. The "Blue Gate" Restaurant and the "Rise & Roll,,,,also sell Amish Peanut Butter. They also S H I P.

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What are the hours for the bakery?

Lily Johnson | Feb 14, 2019
Thomas Lethcoe | Feb 15, 2019

Same as restaurant - Google hours

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Are they serving brunch on Easter

Jan Smith | Feb 14, 2019
Robert William | Feb 15, 2019

No

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Do you have scrapple ?

Rick Meyer | Feb 14, 2019
Nancy Zurbuch | Feb 15, 2019

Didn't see any

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Can you buy Lebanon bologna here?

Foxy Chic Designs | Feb 14, 2018
Marty Mast | Feb 15, 2018

You can buy Lebanon Bologna at Grandma's Pantry in Wakarusa

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Do you make mincemeat pie? With or without the bourbon/rum?

Claudia Willsea | Feb 14, 2018
C L Graham | Feb 15, 2018

Make mincemeat pie but not sure about alcohol

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Do I need a reservation for a table for a big party?

UnicornJerky89 | Feb 14, 2018
Frieda Bontrager | Feb 15, 2018

Very helpful for kitchen ladies.

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When does breakfast end & lunch start ?

Laura Tubbs | Feb 14, 2018
Glen Weaver | Feb 15, 2018

I think around 8 00

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Are the stores and restaurant open on Thanksgiving? If so, what are the hours?

Julie Evearitt | Feb 14, 2018
Gary Fisher | Feb 15, 2018

Closed Sundays, New Year's Day, Thanksgiving and Christmas.

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Do you have Amish style dining?

Peggy Malinoff | Feb 14, 2018
Chris McBride | Feb 15, 2018

You can also do menu dining. It's wonderful too. That's what we do most of the time. Especially if just stopping in for pie and coffee. But if you DO want to do buffet dining there is an elevator to get you up to the second floor if you have mobility issues!

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Open on sunday?

Donald Neff | Feb 14, 2018
Amyakanicole | Feb 15, 2018

The Inn is open but the restaurant is closed on Sundays.

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Are you open on Thanksgiving Day? If yes what hours? And do you take reservations?

Tracy Lester | Feb 14, 2018
Donald Neff | Feb 15, 2018

I just called. No Sundays and no on Thanksgiving day.

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Are they open on Thanksgiving?

K Morrell | Feb 14, 2018
Eric Romzek | Feb 15, 2018

Yes they are.

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Was there a fire in the kitchen of the Eessen House?

Barb Overweg | Feb 14, 2018
John Preston | Feb 15, 2018

It was in 2009 I just ask one of the servers.

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Are they open after the fire

Carla Wilson | Feb 14, 2018
John Preston | Feb 15, 2018

The fire was in 2009 but keeps coming up on the internet like it happened recently.

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