HUNT COUNTRY
Take in every inch of the recently renovated two-story restaurant, carefully crafted to pay homage to Metamora's equestrian heritage and Michigan's plentiful natural resources.
HUNT COUNTRY
Take in every inch of the recently renovated two-story restaurant, carefully crafted to pay homage to Metamora's equestrian heritage and Michigan's plentiful natural resources.
Nestled in Metamora, Michigan, The White Horse Inn is one of the oldest original buildings in the city. Making its debut as a general store in 1848, Lorenzo Hoard bought the building two years later and converted it into an inn, which he renamed the Hoard House.
The Hoard House served as a welcoming rest stop for weary travelers, coming by stagecoach or train, where they could get a good night's sleep and a hearty dinner of boiled mutton, oyster sauce and a draft of beer for 10 cents.
From 1929 to 2012, The White Horse Inn remained Michigan's oldest restaurant but had become rundown throughout the years. Longtime Metamora residents Linda Egeland and Victor Dzenowagis purchased and rebuilt The White Horse Inn, reinvigorating the building, architecture and menu for the 21st century.
A true historical destination, The White Horse Inn features a familiar but creative menu, with comfort staples like Cowboy Mac and Cheese and Chicken Pot Pie to more modern dishes like the Impossible™ Burger and Parmesan Brussels Sprouts.
WHAT'S NEW
WHAT'S NEW
Celebrate the holidays in downtown Metamora with free horse-drawn carriage rides! Join us December 11, 12, 18 and 19 from 6–8 PM for this favorite holiday tradition.
Celebrate the holidays in Metamora! The annual Wassailing Celebration and Horse & Carriage Holiday Parade returns December 6. Make a day of it with lunch or dinner at The White Horse Inn, holiday shopping at Metamora General and a visit with Santa after the parade.
Take the scenic route this fall with a drive through beautiful Metamora horse country. Download our driving tour map, enjoy Michigan’s autumn color and make a day of it with a stop at the White Horse Inn.
Discover six beautiful horse farms during the 2026 Metamora Hunt Stable Tour on August 9. Explore Michigan's premier horse country and plan your visit to The White Horse Inn.
Join The White Horse Inn in Metamora, MI! We're hiring full-time and part-time line cooks. Competitive pay, air-conditioned kitchen, evening and weekend shifts. Apply online or email your resume today.
Celebrate Mother’s Day at White Horse Inn with a seasonal menu featuring classic favorites, fresh seafood, steaks, and house-made desserts. Reservations recommended.
Metamora Country Days & Hot Air Balloon Festival returns August 28–29, 2026. Celebrate late summer in Metamora with hot air balloon glows, live music, local shopping, and dinner at White Horse Inn.
The White Horse Inn is seeking an experienced Restaurant Manager to join our leadership team in Metamora, Michigan. If you're passionate about hospitality, team development, and creating exceptional guest experiences, we'd love to hear from you.
Celebrate Easter at White Horse Inn with a seasonal menu featuring classic favorites, fresh seafood, steaks, and house-made desserts. Reservations recommended.
The White Horse Inn in Metamora, MI is hiring a part-time pastry chef. Morning hours, competitive pay, and creative opportunities. Apply today.