Restaurants in South Bend
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“This restaurant was a 10/10. We had the rare chance to enjoy a date night, and we had the most amazing time. The service was top-notch, the atmosphere was lovely, and the food was superb. We’re visiting South Bend this week, and it’s Restaurant Week—so we opted for the blind tasting menu.
We were hesitant at first since we usually like to know what we’re going to eat, but we’re so glad we kept the reservation and went. Their wine list is also spectacular. We had the La Rioja Alta Gran Reserva 904 (2015), which was absolutely delicious; we recommend having it decanted about 40 minutes before drinking. We also had a couple of burnt honey rye Old Fashioneds, which were fantastic.”
“We ate there this week, had a lovely dinner with attentive service by our waitress, Lisa. The manager came over and welcomed us and expressed concern for our comfort and enjoyment. It was a perfect evening.”
“C’est La Vie absolutely outdid themselves! As a wedding Planner / coordinator, I’ve tasted a lot of wedding desserts, and this was a top-notch experience. The cupcakes and mini desserts were bursting with flavor, perfectly soft but not crumbly, and beautifully presented. Every bite was a delight, and they added such a special touch to the celebration. I can’t recommend them enough!”
“LOUD but a great spot on the Notre Dame campus. Great menu, beer, and wine list”
“Despite my unwillingness to admit that anything good can come from Indiana (hah!), I did in fact really enjoy my experience here! The food was good and the atmosphere was fantastic. It felt like stepping into a traditional Irish pub —something I've never experienced so authentically anywhere outside of Ireland. Loved the shared tables (an opportunity to make friends), and the live band (the music was great).”
Restaurants by Cuisine
“My husband and I were here tonight for our 5 year wedding anniversary from the moment we walked in to the moment we walk out was 5 star service. Our waitress was fantastic the whole staff was really. Thank you for making our night amazing!”
Restaurants with Delivery
“Our favorite. Great food, drinks, atmosphere, and terrific service. Leeann's presence added to our enjoyment of two birthday celebrations. Just the right interaction. Answered all our questions about the menu, made suggestions when asked, helped us choose the perfect wine.”
“This restaurant was a 10/10. We had the rare chance to enjoy a date night, and we had the most amazing time. The service was top-notch, the atmosphere was lovely, and the food was superb. We’re visiting South Bend this week, and it’s Restaurant Week—so we opted for the blind tasting menu.
We were hesitant at first since we usually like to know what we’re going to eat, but we’re so glad we kept the reservation and went. Their wine list is also spectacular. We had the La Rioja Alta Gran Reserva 904 (2015), which was absolutely delicious; we recommend having it decanted about 40 minutes before drinking. We also had a couple of burnt honey rye Old Fashioneds, which were fantastic.”
“C’est La Vie absolutely outdid themselves! As a wedding Planner / coordinator, I’ve tasted a lot of wedding desserts, and this was a top-notch experience. The cupcakes and mini desserts were bursting with flavor, perfectly soft but not crumbly, and beautifully presented. Every bite was a delight, and they added such a special touch to the celebration. I can’t recommend them enough!”
“Despite my unwillingness to admit that anything good can come from Indiana (hah!), I did in fact really enjoy my experience here! The food was good and the atmosphere was fantastic. It felt like stepping into a traditional Irish pub —something I've never experienced so authentically anywhere outside of Ireland. Loved the shared tables (an opportunity to make friends), and the live band (the music was great).”
“Excellent service, food and wine! The owner was great in recommending wines too!”
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“The cream of mushroom soup is good. The pretzel is very tasty to One recommendation remove that chili off of your menu it’s disgusting and taste like something that comes out of a can. No flavor no seasonings We didn’t even eat it and told the waitress but she just said ok”
“Ryan was awesome. His ability to craft beers is spot on. Love trying new breweries wherever we go and his selection was the best I have tried. He is definitely a Master Brewer! Wish he was in Indianapolis where we live. My favorite was Sceptre and my husband loved the Champion. The Manta Ray was yummy too. Ohh so many to choose from.”
“Great experience purchasing a replacement behmor. There was an issue with the shipment but Mitchell was a true professional and took care of it without hesitation. They made sure I was satisfied.I'm happy we found Theta Ridge Coffee. Looking forward to purchasing some green beans from them.”
24 Hour Restaurants
“My family traveled from Chicago to South Bend this weekend to pick up our service dog for my 5 year-old Autistic son. While the experience was amazing, my son struggled a bit with the trip, as he is very much a person of habit! He woke up Sunday morning asking for a cheeseburger. We scrambled to figure out where we could possibly get a cheeseburger at 8am, and we were excited to see a Burger King near our hotel. We packed up 4 kids and a service dog and headed over. We were quickly and kindly informed that lunch was not served until 11. I told the cashier I had an autistic kiddo in desperate need of a cheeseburger, and asked if she knew anywhere in the area I could get one. Another employee heard my situation and with no hesitation, swooped in said she will make him a cheeseburger. This woman went completely out of her way to help my son. She had a burger cooked and ready to go in minutes. She refused my money as I went to pay for it. When I thanked her profusely, she put her hand over her heart and told me so sincerely, “She understands”. Thank you to this wonderful woman for her kindness and compassion!”
“Stopped by the morning of 12/9/23 for a quick drive through breakfast and I have to say it was the most positive drive through experience I have ever had. I was 4 or 5 cars back in line and I don’t think I was in line for more than a couple minutes. Sandwich and coffee were great and the staff were extremely friendly, professional and efficient. This will undoubtedly be a Saturday morning staple for me on my way to work. Thank you and keep up the great work!”
“Super fun place. Trivia on Thursdays, great live music on Fridays and Saturdays. They have awesome cocktails and bartenders!”
“I just moved in and am loving the place so far! The size of the apartment and the amenities, both in-unit and in the building, are great in general, and especially compared to the price. Linda the building manager was super helpful during the move-in process, both with answering all of my questions prior to the move-in and then very kindly staying until 7:30 pm on a Friday to help me move in that night.”
“I had an amazing time with my family here the server was amazing. She made sure we had all our drinks all our food. She refilled our drinks without us even having to ask her. The restaurant atmosphere is amazing. It’s beautiful. The food is absolutely amazing especially the sauce. You gotta check it out.”
Takeout Restaurants
“⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐Bad review? or room for improvement! Known as a family own restaurant and to others new or a regular home town customer you YOU good reviews and bad room for improvemnt reviews are ALL priority. Apologies for your experience or a room for improvement means you MATTER why? because you brought it a new ROOM for improvement on a lasting impression of one of thee BEST PLACES IN TOWN FOR BREAKFAST AND BRUNCH. A HUGE THANK YOU for recognizing the need to value everyone in a timely manner as you should however we at Peggs as a former employee VALUE AND CATER TO OUR REGULARS WHY? Because they are the fabric to why Peggs is so successful today. COMMUNITY and YOU ARE OUR PRIORITY AND YOUR EXPERIENCE IS Everything so tell them Brie sent you and please feel free to return for a Complimentary drink on the house for you inconvenience. We value every customer as if their our own and everyone is welcome with the same gratitude an urgency in being seated accordingly. Your attention to the most minut details is why Peggs keeps our Best customers coming back for more OF THE BEST HOSPITALITY AND PROFESSIONLISM IN THE MICHIANA AREA. We are not known to lose customers and value your feedback so with all gratitude please feel free to visit us again gauranteeing your experience next time will be top notch next to non to disappoint. Thank you for you input and with our Best Customers to our newbies you will never be disappointed knowing your next and enjoy your menu choices and value them because their what makes your smile taste the best when your leaving to when you arrive letting others investments shine keeps everyone politely inclined to being hospitable and not regretful to what wasn't known to begin with before you entered knowing going in order is our priority however can be at the owners discretion apon delivery so bare us with the need to never disappoint you are forever in good hands knowing the wait is worth it if you've acquired a lifetime of investing st Peggs you'll never feel second best. YOU are being served the ABSOLUTE BEST EXPERIENCE! :) CHOW”
“I recommend the twice baked potatoes and the turkey, bacon, avocado sandwich. Both times I've been here, they've been amazing. Will definitely be coming back for more!”
“Some friends and I stopped in for breakfast and will definitely be back! The horchadito was delicious and love the espresso that was infused in it. Our friend said the endless coffee was good! I had the udon and it had great flavor and nice portion. Emily was the bartender that made my Aloha to No One and she made it perfectly! Andres was helpful and friendly! Can't wait to go back do dinner!”
“Visiting my son at ND, was able to get table without a reservation (thank you). The food and friendly service was superb, will be back again.”
“My fiance and I signed up for one of the pasta cooking class. We had never been here before so didn't know what to expect. Hands down the best date night we have ever experienced in the area. The hospitality and food exceeded any expectation we had. Truly a one of a kind experience! 10/10 would recommend. I can't wait to try out the limoncello class!”
“The cream of mushroom soup is good. The pretzel is very tasty to One recommendation remove that chili off of your menu it’s disgusting and taste like something that comes out of a can. No flavor no seasonings We didn’t even eat it and told the waitress but she just said ok”
Drive-Thru Restaurants
“If you're looking for amazing food and an authentic joint, this place is it. The catfish is crack!! absolutely addictive. The neighborhood might seem rough, but trust me, that's where you find the best flavors. The owners and staff are genuinely warm, welcoming, and thankful for your business. Plus, the portion sizes are unbeatable for the price. They rarely run out of ingredients, but if they do, it's only because everything's fresh and in high demand. Highly recommended every visit hits the spot!!”
“Just think the ordering system is very strange, not an actual drive thru anymore no window to pick up they take your order outside, payment and then they bring the food out to you, with winter coming how nuts is that! So much traffic with three lanes. Their fries could be a little darker and not so broken up.”
“We found this place by chance while in the area...It's very nice with the outdoor area also being available...the owner was very personable and also made our food...we had the Patty melt and the 12 wings sause on the side which was delicious (try the garlic aioli)...I really liked the fries...I definitely plan on returning to this location...the atmosphere was welcoming, there was a pool table, darts, axe game (fascinating) and some type of golf game...the locals were very friendly... thanks for the laughs...”
“The Hideaway is a great spot to start or end your evening! The staff are very knowledgeable and will highlight any evening through their cocktail mastery. The Hideaway also sports an extensive whiskey selection that rivals any local watering hole that boasts of their offerings. Ownership ensures all are welcome at all times, and I'm proud to say I'm a loyal Hideaway patron! This is not a place for meals just fyi.”
“Had a really great time at Texas Roadhouse with my family today. Our server Elizabeth A took amazing care of us and it really helped the whole family have a good experience.”
“Their normal dishes are tasty and delicious - but nothing overly spectacular. Their sushi is very good for the area. South Bend isn't exactly the easiest place to get super high grade fish to and they do it very well. They are by far the best Sushi in South Bend. The lunch value is incredible, $12 for 3 sushi rolls with soup and salad. You simply can't beat the quality and price.”
Cheap Eats
“So yummy! Very nice there are vegetarian options AND a vegan ramen. Many places have a veggie broth but have egg noddles, but here is a delicious vegan option! The tea was great too! Would be nice to have a key on the menu that denotes vegan options in general due to noodles, appetizers, etc. but otherwise great and will be back again! (Are there any vegan milk options for milk tea?)”
“The service was attentive and communicated kindly. Answered all of our questions with care. Food was very good and cooked well. Our table had skillets and burgers including coffee, O.J. and a soft drink. I was very pleased to find out they have flavored creamer for your coffee. Everyone was happy and full afterwards. The name of this dinner has some history to it. They are more than happy to share the story with you. Reminds me of the hidden gems my grandmother took me to as a little boy! Absolutely must visit.”
“We had a baby shower here last weekend and the venue was absolutely perfect for us! We had plenty of seating for everyone and it was very eclectic and cozy for everyone to chat and socialize. The stage area with our backdrop was perfect for opening gifts and taking pictures. I would definitely 10/10 recommend to anyone looking for a place to rent for parties.”
“Luigi's Pizza was started in 1957 by Ralph Graham, I believe, and their awesome, one of a kind pizzas have never changed! Right down to the paper bag. We live 40 miles away and still make the trip to get an original Luigi's Pizza. They're as scrumptious as the ones we ate in the early 60's!”
“Been eating Starlite Pizza for over 40 years. It has always been my favorite hands down! Thin crust,amazing sauce and delicious toppings. The best garlic cheese bread ever. Sandwiches, pastas, salads, deserts, the appetizers are all great too. The owner cares about his employees, customers and his community. 💯 recommend.”
“was in SB for a night and found a great dive bar - McCormicks - cool place for a beer and some pinball - asked the owner where to go for a good burger and he directed me up the road to CJs Pub - said they are the best around! I gave it a shot and was not disappointed. Ordered one of their specialty burgers with Canadian bacon, mushrooms, and cheese. Wow. it was delicious! and huge! Waffle fries were also great and beer was ice cold. If I lived in SB, this would definitely be a regular stop for an awesome burger.”
“Love Edgewater Cafe!! The food is so fresh and the cafe is super clean. The staff super nice, and the manager, always checks to make sure all is good!! LOVE⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐”
“This is my first time having soul food Sunday. I had fried pork chops and cabbage with Candi Yams. The cabbage was a had a lil kick to it, and I love my cabbage to have a lil spicy to it. I thought I had almost cooked it myself. Everything was sooooo good. I’ll definitely be back. 5 ⭐️”
“Good food here can be steep but great sushi overall, from someone who frequents Chicago often and gets very fresh sushi, Woochi offered fresh fish and good tastes. My significant other often comes here as well and he doesn’t really eat sushi so there are options for everyone!”
“We waited for our take out 40 min past pickup time. The food was pretty good. Then we found a bunch of green mold on our sauce containers... after we ate... hopefully we don't get sick...”
“Absolutely spectacular
Genuinely the best sushi I’ve ever eaten in my life. I was so impressed with the craftsmanship of the sushi chef. It tasted even better than it looked. Bathrooms are extremely clean. Service was unbelievable. The lady that waited us was extremely nice. If I lived in South Bend, I would eat here at least 4-5 times a week. I’m left speechless!”
“Loved my food as usual and I never need a menu!! Best white chili around!!!! 😋😋 And it was awesome to see Manager Bill today!! He is always so welcoming and sweet! He does a great job!! 👏🏼”
“I would recommend Ironhand for some events but I don’t think they plan for some things. We went to their brunch and bingo this morning which was nice. The food was good and we always love the atmosphere. I was really looking forward to trying the flight of mimosas. It started at 10, we arrived at 10:15 and by 10:25 they told us they were out of flights. There were still at least 5 tables and more bar seats open. Then 20 minutes later we saw people getting mimosa flights. I ended up ordering the mimosa bar which was too much champagne for me and they gave a very small carafe of orange juice. (Barely enough for 2-3 drinks) If you are having a brunch you should plan accordingly. I will be back but I hope things like this get figured out.”
“Great food. Great service. only problem I had was narrowing down what I wanted lol”
“We enjoyed everything about this hotel. Parking was easy, the hotel itself is clean and well maintained, and the staff is friendly and helpful. The ladies at the front desk were so nice and quick, making checking in and out very easy, and answering all our annoying questions about the area. The bartender was amazing and delightful, as was the gentleman at the starbucks. Overall, this has to be one of the best hotels in the area. A big thank you to you all for making our stay so pleasant.”
“It was a hiccup on my end when trying to place my order placed at the wrong time so I came in and I was taking care of.best customer service ever. I wanna thank phoenix I hope that’s how you spell your name but you’re freaking awesome.”
“the best service for healthy fast food 😋 smoothie 🥤 energy drinks too nany flavors protein shake 💪 and much more el mejor lugar en south bend pora comida y bevida rrapida y saludable”
“Great $10 breakfast special especially for seniors. Just enough food and includes coffee. All the food there is very good and they have entertainment on weekends and special activities. Overlooks the pool area and has nice fire tables. Love this place”
“I was there for the wings!
Laffin'!
It's a great place if you're looking for a sports bar, though.
Service was a little off, as though our waitress was out of sync or something. It took her a while to come back for our food order & another gal delivered it. The manager (?) checked on us a couple times.
My honey BBQ wings were great, onion rings were pretty good, also. My friend enjoyed her chicken sandwich & fries.
If you're looking for a sports bar, this place is a 5.”
Latest Reviews
“Just think the ordering system is very strange, not an actual drive thru anymore no window to pick up they take your order outside, payment and then they bring the food out to you, with winter coming how nuts is that! So much traffic with three lanes. Their fries could be a little darker and not so broken up.”
“Our favorite. Great food, drinks, atmosphere, and terrific service. Leeann's presence added to our enjoyment of two birthday celebrations. Just the right interaction. Answered all our questions about the menu, made suggestions when asked, helped us choose the perfect wine.”
“Visiting South Bend and this place was across the street from my hotel so I decided to try it. While standing there looking at the menu and trying to two decide what to get another customer told me I should try the ribs. So I ordered the half rack of baby back ribs and they were absolutely amazing! The sauce was delicious and the meat was just falling off the bone. They came with fries coleslaw and French bread as well and the price was very reasonable. I highly recommend. I would like to go back and try some other menu items.”
“I had an amazing time with my family here the server was amazing. She made sure we had all our drinks all our food. She refilled our drinks without us even having to ask her. The restaurant atmosphere is amazing. It’s beautiful. The food is absolutely amazing especially the sauce. You gotta check it out.”
Most Popular Restaurants
“Just think the ordering system is very strange, not an actual drive thru anymore no window to pick up they take your order outside, payment and then they bring the food out to you, with winter coming how nuts is that! So much traffic with three lanes. Their fries could be a little darker and not so broken up.”
“The management team did a good job while noticeably short-staffed and actively training new employees.
My food was excellent, despite my having to wait more than half an hour from when I placed my order at the kiosk: filet-o-fish, medium French fries with no salt 🍟, side of HotMustard sauce, unsweetened iced tea, small M&M McFlurry 🍦.
Only 3 customers ahead of me in line: one elderly lady and two young women whose order also seemed to have disappeared ...
Another family was already eating when I arrived.
A young gentleman brought an order that looked suspiciously like mine to the family seated at the center table. They gladly accepted the additional meal.
Once I had waited 30 minutes and six more customers had come and gone, I asked the manager if he knew what had happened to my meal. He told me that he remembered my exact order and that he thought it might have been given to the wrong customers.
Fortunately, the manager made it a priority to re-make my order and it was ready almost immediately. The food was perfectly fresh, and the dining room was reasonably clean.
Both of the managers reminded the young man to double-check that each order is correctly delivered to the customer who paid for it. It seemed like it was an honest mistake.
Overall, I was impressed that the managers were kind to their employees while making sure that they took good care of their customers. I thanked them and returned my table sign. I'll be back.”
“Was in and out within 2 minutes, the ingredients were so well prepared, and the steak had little to no fat (I’ve noticed other Chipotle locations have lots of fat in their steak making it chewy). Burrito was wrapped very well and the employees were more than helpful!”
“Our favorite. Great food, drinks, atmosphere, and terrific service. Leeann's presence added to our enjoyment of two birthday celebrations. Just the right interaction. Answered all our questions about the menu, made suggestions when asked, helped us choose the perfect wine.”