Not many restaurants feature in the name of the establishment a specialty on their menu. Bullfrogs has exactly that – frog legs
Whether it’s the exciting night life or the lazy Sunday afternoon lunch, Bullfrogs can meet more than one need of all ages.
In light of the new year, Bullfrogs followed the theme with new management, a new menu and a new fun atmosphere.
In February 1998, John and Kim Hagar bought the establishment and have been running it successfully ever since. Almost 40 employees do their part at Bullfrogs, from cooks to the waitstaff, to make everything flow together.
General manager since 2002, Joe Francis said, “We want to remain a big part of this community. We have hosted many events here and have summer fund-raisers scheduled already. This is a family restaurant and every age can enjoy the menu and the service.”
Bullfrogs will also host a golf outing in the summer for three different charities. One will be in honor of an Ortonville man who lost his life in a snowmobiling accident this year.
The restaurant is proud of the selection the menu has to offer, including salads, barbecue ribs, the M-15 Rueben and of course, frog legs.
In addition to great food, the view is a plus, too. Patrons have the option of staying inside or sitting on the wood deck to watch a summer sunset and enjoy a drink. The prices are reasonable and well worth the trip.
“We usually don’t have just one time customers. It’s generations of families that come in. It’s just a beautiful and scenic community and once you meet them, they treat you as family,” said Francis.
There are many featured activities throughout the week, including a DJ Fridays and Saturdays, ladies night specials and a 10-week karaoke contest with a $750 cash prize.
The ambiance of Bullfrogs is the type of place where everyone knows each other. “Everyone just wants to have a good time. It’s a place to relax and enjoy some good food.”
Some long-term goals include a possible expansion into different areas in Michigan and to continue hosting exciting events for customers to enjoy.
“We have a great staff that knows how to make the place somewhere you want to be.”
Bullfrogs is located at 2225 Ortonville Road (M-15). Hours are 11 a.m. to 2 a.m. Tuesday through Saturday and 11 a.m. to 1 a.m. Sunday. Telephone is (248) 627-7755.