Lucky Frog Restaurant

07/17/2021

Our Special July 19th- July 24th: Beef Tenderloin Medaillons with a creamy Cognac-Madagascar Pepper Sauce and Spaetzle
Only Thursdays: Salzburger Nockerln Dessert (Specialty of Austria)
or order your delicious Pork Shank any day ahead
Next German Music Party July 24th: Reservations recommended
Dining in - Outside Seating on our Patio or Beer Garden - Take out
No 1 out of 400 Restaurants on Tripadvisor, 5* on fb

07/10/2021

Our Special July 12th- July 17th: Beef Tenderloin Medaillons with a creamy Cognac-Madagascar Pepper Sauce and Spaetzle
Only Thursdays: Salzburger Nockerln Dessert (Specialty of Austria)
or order your delicious Pork Shank any day ahead
Next German Music Party July 17th: Reservations recommended
Dining in - Outside Seating on our Patio or Beer Garden - Take out
No 1 out of 400 Restaurants on Tripadvisor, 5* on fb

07/08/2021

Salzburger Nockerln, an Austrian Specialty - only at the Lucky Frog Restaurant in Bradenton, only on Thursdays

Salzburger Nockerln, an Austrian Specialty - only at the Lucky Frog Restaurant in Bradenton, only on Thursdays

07/04/2021

Der Räuber Hotzenplotz - Trailer

Der Räuber Hotzenplotz - Trailer

07/03/2021

Happy 4th of July. The Lucky Frog is closed Sunday and Monday Lunch Time

Happy 4th of July. The Lucky Frog is closed Sunday and Monday Lunch Time

07/03/2021

We're closed on Sunday, July 4th and open Monday July 5th from 4:30 - 8:30 pm.
Happy Independence Day to our Friends, Guests and the whole Family

We're closed on Sunday, July 4th and open Monday July 5th from 4:30 - 8:30 pm.
Happy Independence Day to our Friends, Guests and the whole Family

07/03/2021

Our Special July 5th- July 10th: Breaded Pork Schnitzel „Swiss Style“ (covered with melted Swiss Cheese) and homemade Home fries
Only Thursdays: Salzburger Nockerln Dessert (Specialty of Austria)
or order your delicious Pork Shank any day ahead
Dining in - Outside Seating on our Patio or Beer Garden - Take out
No 1 out of 400 Restaurants on Tripadvisor, 5* on fb
Next German Music Party July 17th: Reservations recommended

06/26/2021

Our Special June 28th- July 3rd: Pork Schnitzel "Bacon" (Bacon Breading) with Home fries
Only Thursdays: Salzburger Nockerln Dessert (Specialty of Austria)
or order your delicious Pork Shank any day ahead
Dining in - Outside Seating on our Patio or Beer Garden - Delivery
No 1 out of 400 Restaurants on Tripadvisor, 5* on fb
Next German Music Party July 17th: Reservations recommended

06/20/2021

Our Special June 21st- 26th: German homemade Sausage (small Meatloafs) with Red Cabbage and Potato Salad
Only Thursdays: Salzburger Nockerln Dessert (Specialty of Austria)
or order your delicious Pork Shank any day ahead
Dining in - Outside Seating on our Patio or Beer Garden - Delivery
No 1 out of 400 Restaurants on Tripadvisor, 5* on fb

06/20/2021

Polterabend is a German wedding custom in which on the night before the wedding the guests break porcelain to bring luck to the couple's marriage. The belief in the effectiveness of this custom is expressed by the old adage: "Shards bring luck" (German: Scherben bringen Glück). The expression is derived from a time when the word "shard" referred to the unbroken clay pots of pottery makers, and not just the broken pieces. It was said that a full jar was a lucky thing to have, therefore the expression "shards bring luck".

The word "Polterabend" comes from German verb poltern (making a lot of noise) + noun Abend (evening). It is not the same as a bachelor party, which is common in several other countries. At a Polterabend, the couple celebrates together with their friends, breaking porcelain to good luck in their new companionship, according to the superstition, whereas at a bachelor party the bride and the groom go out separately with their friends to celebrate the last day of their so called freedom.

The Polterabend normally takes place in front of the house of the bride (or that of her parents), although exceptions are made for space considerations, for example. The couple generally announces the occasion but does not specifically send out individual invitations. Word spreads via word of mouth, and those with a desire to show up may do so. Many couples use this as a way of including people whom they are not able to invite to the wedding itself. Something to eat and/or drink is arranged (either provided for or requested of the guests). Often guests will bring their gifts to the Polterabend.

The actual high point of the custom is the throwing onto the ground of porcelain that has been brought by guests. However, stoneware, flowerpots or ceramics such as tiles, sinks and toilet bowls are also happily thrown items. Metal objects such as tin cans and bottle tops are brought along to the festivities. Glass is not broken because for some glass symbolises happiness. Mirrors should not be broken due to the old superstition that breaking a mirror will bring seven years of bad luck. The couple must thereafter take care of cleaning up the pile of shards. This is supposed to make the couple aware that they will have to work together through difficult conditions and situations in life.

Relatively new is the so-called Polter-wedding. In this case, the wedding is combined with the Polterabend, and the smashing occurs in conjunction with the wedding reception.

The origin of the Polterabend is not precisely known. Some believe the origin to be Germanic tribes who threw shards to drive off evil spirits. Others believe the heathen ritual of the shattering of clay sacrificial altars after a sacrifice to the gods to be responsible. It is possible that the Polterabend has a psychological motive: suitors who may have wished to have this bride for themselves have the opportunity to "let the steam out" in a socially appropriate manner, so that peace in the village could better be maintained.

#germany

06/20/2021

06/19/2021

Lucky Frog Restaurant marks 7th year serving German cuisine. The last one was a doozy

Lucky Frog Restaurant marks 7th year serving German cuisine. The last one was a doozy

Hearty food, great beer, and maybe some polka music played on an accordion come to mind when you think of a German restaurant.

06/13/2021

06/12/2021

Our Special June 14th- 19th: Pork Schnitzel „Milanese“ (with Parmesan-breading),Tomato Sauce and Spaetzle
Only Thursdays: Salzburger Nockerln Dessert (Specialty of Austria)
Have fun on our German Music on Sat June 19 with Almdudel Fred. Reservations HIGHLY RECOMMENDED! Call 941 795 2132
Dining in - Outside seating on our Patio or Beer Garden - Delivery

06/10/2021

Photos from German Embassy Washington's post

06/05/2021

Our Special June 7th- 12th: Breaded Pork Schnitzel „Holstein“-Style
(with Egg sunny side up, Anchovis, Capers), and homemade Home fries. Only Thursdays: Salzburger Nockerln
Have fun on our German Music on Sat June 12 with Sepp Diepolder. Reservations HIGHLY RECOMMENDED! Call 941 795 2132
Dining in - Outside seating on our Patio or Beer Garden - Delivery

05/30/2021

We will be closed for Memorial Day, Monday 5/31

We will be closed for Memorial Day, Monday 5/31

05/29/2021

Our Special June 1st - 5th: Pork Schnitzel „Gypsy-Style“
with a creamy mixed Bell Pepper Sauce and homemade Spaetzle
Have fun on our German Music on Sat June 12 with Sepp Diepolder. Reservations HIGHLY RECOMMENDED! Call 941 795 2132
Dining in - Outside seating on our Patio or Beer Garden - Delivery

05/24/2021

Greetings from Garmisch Partenkirchen

#germany

05/22/2021

Our Special May 24-May 29: Kassler (smoked Pork Loin) with Sauerkraut and Mash Potatoes
Have fun on our German Music on Sat June 12 with Sepp Diepolder. Reservations HIGHLY RECOMMENDED! Call 941 795 2132
Dining in - Outside seating on our Patio or Beer Garden - Delivery

05/21/2021

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How to torture a German... 😈 A new cartoon from FERNANDEZ - gegen den Strich

05/13/2021

Was ein Bayer nie sagt

Was ein Bayer nie sagt

05/09/2021

Happy Mother’s Day- hope to see you later

We'll be open on Mother's Day May 9th from 5 pm - 8:30 pm
Please call for Reservation (P 941 795 2132) and choose from our limited regular Menu or our Mother's Day Menu:
STARTER
Sliced Pancake-Chicken Broth Soup
MAINCOURSE
Schwabentopf (Pork Tenderloin) in a Mushroom Cream Sauce with Spaetzle and Peas
DESSERT
Lava Chocolate Cake

05/08/2021

Our Special May 17-May 22: Chicken Breast with a creamy Lemon-Caper Sauce and Spaetzle
Have fun on our German Music on Sat May 22nd with Almdudel Fred. Reservations HIGHLY RECOMMENDED! Call 941 795 2132
Dining in - Outside seating on our Patio or Beer Garden - Delivery

05/01/2021

Our Special May 3-May 8: Vienna Tafelspitz (Austrian Boiled Beef )
in a delicious Horseradish Sauce with Potatoes and Salad
Have fun on our German Music on Sat May 8th with Sepp Diepolder. Reservations HIGHLY RECOMMENDED! Call 941 795 2132
Dining in - Outside seating on our Patio or Beer Garden - Delivery

04/25/2021

Pleystein: Erster Weideaustrieb

Pleystein: Erster Weideaustrieb

04/24/2021

Our Special April 26-May 1st: Szegediner Goulash (Pieces of Pork mixed with Sauerkraut) with Slices of Bread Dumpling
German Music on Sat May 8th with Sepp Diepolder. Reservations HIGHLY RECOMMENDED! Call 941 795 2132
Dining in - Outside seating on our Patio or Beer Garden - Delivery

04/18/2021

Sat 4/24 German Music, come and have fun

04/17/2021

Our Special April 19-24: Pork Schnitzel „Bacon“ (Bacon-breading),
homemade Home Fries - sooo yummy!
German Music on Sat April 24 with Almdudel Fred. Reservations HIGHLY RECOMMENDED! Call 941 795 2132
Dining in - Outside seating on our Patio or Beer Garden - Delivery

Our Special April 19-24: Pork Schnitzel „Bacon“ (Bacon-breading),
homemade Home Fries - sooo yummy!
German Music on Sat April 24 with Almdudel Fred. Reservations HIGHLY RECOMMENDED! Call 941 795 2132
Dining in - Outside seating on our Patio or Beer Garden - Delivery

04/10/2021

We'll be open on Mother's Day May 9th from 5 pm - 8:30 pm
Please call for Reservation (P 941 795 2132) and choose from our limited regular Menu or our Mother's Day Menu:
STARTER
Sliced Pancake-Chicken Broth Soup
MAINCOURSE
Schwabentopf (Pork Tenderloin) in a Mushroom Cream Sauce with Spaetzle and Peas
DESSERT
Lava Chocolate Cake

We'll be open on Mother's Day May 9th from 5 pm - 8:30 pm
Please call for Reservation (P 941 795 2132) and choose from our limited regular Menu or our Mother's Day Menu:
STARTER
Sliced Pancake-Chicken Broth Soup
MAINCOURSE
Schwabentopf (Pork Tenderloin) in a Mushroom Cream Sauce with Spaetzle and Peas
DESSERT
Lava Chocolate Cake

04/10/2021

Our Special April 12-17: Zuericher Geschnetzeltes
(Chicken Strips with White-Wine-Mushroom Sauce) and Spaetzle
Next German Music on Sat April 24 with Almdudel Fred. Reservations HIGHLY RECOMMENDED! Call 941 795 2132

04/04/2021

The Lucky Frog Team wishes a Happy Easter and a blessed Passover to all our guests and friends

The Lucky Frog Team wishes a Happy Easter and a blessed Passover to all our guests and friends

04/03/2021

Our Special April 5-10: Pork Schnitzel „Milanese“ (with Parmesan-breading), Tomato Sauce and Spaetzle
Next German Music on Sat April 10 with Sepp Diepolder. Reservations HIGHLY RECOMMENDED! Call 941 795 2132

03/13/2021

This week (15-20) at the Lucky Frog: Zwiebelrostbraten (NY Rib Eye Steak with fried Onions), a delicious Bordelaise Sauce and Cheese Spaetzle
Next German Music on Sat March 27 with Almdudel Fred. Reservations HIGHLY RECOMMENDED! Call 941 795 2132
We're offering Dining In (50%), Outdoor Seating, Curbside Pick up or Delivery Call 941 795 2132 or order online www.lucky-frog.com
No 2 out of 408 Restaurants in Bradenton Area on Tripadvisor!

03/07/2021

ARD-Film: Schnee, Lawinen und knappe Nahrung in den Alpen

Wildlife in the German Alpes

Die Alpen im Winter: Klirrende Kälte, meterhohe Schneedecken, tödliche Lawinen und Nahrungsknappheit machen das Winterwunderland zu einer Kampfzone extremer Bedingungen: Das Leben steht hier dauernd auf der Kippe.