This really is a fantastic place! The name does say a lot but not all.
Old? Yes! In a very charming way
Country? Most definitely! That classic farmhouse feel is everywhere.
Inn? I have no idea.
This was our second visit and we were there for a birthday dinner. The hungry eleven of us were seated in the more private dining room at the front of the Inn. As you walk in, you will notice what living in Unionville was like maybe 50 or more years ago.
Pictures on the wall show historical Unionville shots. And the creaky floors and warmth with a hint of drafts really makes you feel like you are going back in time.
What the name does not tell you is that the food is basically German/Austrian fare and it is done very well. There is a little bit of fusion going on but overall it is a very European menu. You can get, sausages, pickled herring, traditional soups like goulash and mushroom, and even escargot for appetizers.
I had a smoked trout appetizer which was delicious and my wife had a mushroom soup that disappeared very quickly.
Mains show lots of schnitzel options as well as roast pork, beef and fish dishes to choose from.
For our main, three of us at the end of the table had the platter for three which includes three schnitzels, three roast ham pieces (all full size) and sausages with sauerkraut and potatoes. We did not finish but what we did we really enjoyed. While the ham was good I have never been crazy about it and somehow it feels like an unexciting and cheap filler. The schnitzels were delicate and just broke apart in your mouth. Perfect.
My wife enjoyed a schnitzel stuffed with mushrooms and cheese and said it was great. I did not try due to the cheese.
They have a full bar, and wonderful desserts but we were all so full that only one chocolate cake and one apple strudel were ordered.
The beer is great. The service is very very good and you do feel treated like a noble countryman. Perhaps this was a Sunday dinner place in the past and people came here once a week after working hard long hours all of the other days! Regardless, you do feel really good eating here and it just all works well together.
The price is mid to high but it is well worth it. The family and I will be back for sure!