This Portage, Michigan spot stands out for one reason: a true open-air German biergarten with schnitzel, imported beers served in steins, and long communal tables that encourage people to sit together. It is not a themed restaurant or a loose interpretation.
It is built around authentic recipes and traditions brought over from Germany.
What makes it different is the level of detail behind it. The food comes from a retired German food technologist, and the menu reflects that expertise…