Restaurants in South Bend

“Great food, amazing service and even better prices. Glad we found this hidden gem in downtown South Bend!”

“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 place is awesome!! I was in Elkhart for a work trip, read the great reviews, and was intrigued, but I was hesitant on the bit of extra driving. Let me tell you it was definitely worth it—if you are considering trying this place just do it! I did the tasting menu and less expensive wine pairing, plus a tartare and martini. Everything was excellent—flavorful, well balanced, and well paired with the interesting wines. Portions were filling for a tasting menu. Service was excellent. Very memorable meal. I come from a larger city and that meal would have easily cost me 1.5-2x at home.”

“Today Is my birthday and I went in with a silly question…I asked if I could get a free cookie even brought in my id for proof..she ignored my id respectfully and ask if I have the app? I sadly said no and she said no worries I’m the manager I’ll give you one and explain how birthday rewards work. Thank you again ladies for my breakfast lol”

“LOUD but a great spot on the Notre Dame campus. Great menu, beer, and wine list”

“Daves hot chicken not only has amazing food there service is awesome,the people are welcoming, friendly n very helpful!!! If I could give 10 stars I would! Keep up the great work!!! 💪 My favorite news is: I downloaded there app n ordered my food,had a 30 min drive n by the time I got there my food was ready n waiting!!! How awesome is that ♥️♥️♥️ had no issues with anything at all!!”

“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.”

“After being disappointed by many of the pizza places I tried in South Bend,I decided to try this one. I'm glad I did. It's my go-to pizza location now. Awesome crust, flavorful sauce with ingredients, and the cheese used melts so wonderfully. Definitely try them out if you haven't already.”

“Had a great time this evening drinking Crimson Cream!! Go IU, let’s run this CFB Playoff!!! Mike did a great job mixing our drinks. Shared great stories with Shawn and Lisa!”

“Holy Smokes Pizza is absolutely amazing. Pizzas, Burgers, Hot Dogs, Subs, Mozzarella sticks/ Mozzi Logs are the best ive ever had. Everything is hand crafted by the owner. Who always makes you feel like an old friend when you come in. Support local! I definitely recommend 💯. You won't be disappointed.”

“Delicious food! Great staff and sweet sweet owners! I got the fajitas and they were so good!”

“Zach came by my table n ask me if I needed anything. this place has the best service n good food I noticed that Zach is always keeping busy n making sure you enjoy your time at Allen's”

“I've eaten here regularly for years and the food is always great. Their desserts are made in house and are amazing!”

“Great food, cute little place, super nice owners and staff!”

“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!”

“We were on our weekend road trip and we stopped at the Fiddlers Hearth on Friday, May 15, 2026 around 9pm EST. It was a bustling night, but our server was wonderful. He was very attentive and making sure we had everything we needed at all times. My friend and I both had super delicious meals. They have a wide variety of different Irish dishes and we were not disappointed. Finding little places to stop when driving instead of fast food pit stops on the highway is always much preferable. (Written 6-1-26)”

“Lo mejor de lo mejor , 10 de 10 👍✅”

“Visited in early October and had the Apple Brandy Burger and Brussels sprouts. Best.Burger.Ever!! Too bad it's only available in October.”

“Must confess it had been some time since we ate at Chens . They have a new owner and everything was DELICIOUS , service very good !!!”

“We stopped for lunch today and ordered their Quesobirria Tacos. They were Fresh, Hot and DELICIOUS!! Service was Friendly and Great. Very Good!!”

“Wonderful experience. Definitely go.the food is amazing and the staff are very welcoming.”

“we always have to ask for egg food young but am always satisfied with the taste.”

“We had an Notre Dame family event there last night and it was awesome! The service was great and the food was phenomenal. Everyone loved the duckpin bowling area and games! This is a great add to the South Bend social scene. Highly recommend!!”

“Loved the service and the OJ!!”

“They have great food. And ask for server Antonio. He is awesome server. He needs a raise. He did awesome job at our dinner tonight. Never had him before he was on top of the whole night. Thank you Antonio.”

“Our waitress Mackenzie & food”

“Dollar Tacos on Mondays & Thursdays!”

“Excellent food! I could eat their everyday. This time it was tacos 😋 Highly recommend. The friendly service is by far the best I've experienced in a long time. I enjoyed the friendly chat. It's nice to talk to people. Thank you!”

“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.”

“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”

“Have eaten here for decades. Food is always hot & service is great. I usually go mid afternoon or early dinner & it isn’t as full. Open 24/7 too.”

“It was a nice place and clean subway this location at pilot they started today 1/16/26 to be open 24HR 7 dayss aweek if you are coming late at night still is open don,t worry look lucky”

“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!”

“Great spot for a drink or a nice meal. Innovative menu, friendly service and fun atmosphere. We're 5 minutes away so Pejza's is our go to spot for dinner out.”

“Extremely fun and cute place! Staff is super friendly, great snacks and drinks, shirts and cute things to buy up front, plus a whole room to pet kitties in back with a nice seating area. The adoptable cats are very well socialized by Cafe guests for their future loving homes. Great place to visit for families. Our teenagers were even excited to visit and look forward to coming back.”

“Great beer, love the atmosphere!”

“Nice spot to go to, definitely clutch late nite”

“Excellent food. Fast friendly service. We love Angelos!”

“The best smoked meats in the 574. Everything from yardbird, to rib tips to turkey, pull pork and the pork belly. Well worth the drive from Waterford area.”

“Great Prices and selection of food. Very friendly staff.”

“Breakfast at Dainty Maid Food Hall feels like stumbling into a delicious little secret that immediately ruins all other breakfast plans. The food is outstanding. Fresh, creative, and clearly made by people who care deeply about flavor and not just getting eggs onto a plate. Every bite tasted like someone in the kitchen woke up excited to cook. The service deserves its own round of applause. Friendly, warm, and genuinely happy to see you before you have even finished your first cup of coffee. No rush, no attitude, just the right mix of attentive and relaxed that makes you want to linger a little longer. What really sets Dainty Maid apart is how unique the whole experience feels. It is not just breakfast. It is an event. A food hall that somehow manages to feel cozy, cool, and charming all at once. You can tell a lot of thought went into making this place feel special, and it works. If breakfast had a personality, this one would be witty, welcoming, and wildly good at what it does. Dainty Maid Food Hall is officially on my short list of places I will enthusiastically recommend to anyone who mentions being hungry before noon.”

“We got the Thanksgiving meal this year and OMG , amazing .. Turkey tender and all the sides were great, even came with a delicious peach cobbler. The portion suggested 5-6 people but it was closer to 8. They out did themselves !!! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️”

“3rd time here, consistently good. Clean, friendly and appetizing plating. Recommend this place who loves authentic Mexican food.”

“Absolutely fantastic cake for my son’s wedding. The chocolate cake with raspberry filling was out of this world. Everyone loved it!! Would highly recommend.”

“Awesome people and great food. Was in town for a show and found this place on the way home. great experience”

“Bill and I love the food here. Best of all is Angel, one of the owners.”

“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!!”

“I’m here for work often, favorite place in the area by far. Highly recommend”

“Had an incredible time at the drag show on 01/10!! Ended up there after my other bachelorette activities for a nightcap but my group stayed way later than expected because we were having so much fun! The drinks were reasonably priced and the atmosphere was fun. The queens were amazing too 🖤🫶🏻 Thank you for a great night, Witches Brew!!! we will be back ✨”

“Absolutely amazing experience! I had some pretty specific preferences for my shake and energy rush drink, and they nailed every single detail perfectly. It’s honestly rare to find a place this detail-oriented, especially with custom orders—but they didn’t miss a thing. Everything came out exactly how I wanted it and tasted incredible. You can really tell they care about getting things right for their customers. I’ll definitely be ordering again—highly recommend”

“Great 3 meat and provolone panini! Hadn't eaten here for a while and wanted a quick sandwich for pickup and go. Great service. Will return soon!! My encounter was friendly and courteous.”

“Great Beer, wonderful food and even better service. Love this place!!!!!!!”

“Pitt fans love it. Beer is good.”

“Great food and drinks!!! Glad I decided to try because Taphouse it EXCELLENT!!!!! Beats all local places that I have been going to for years.”

“When you plan a trip to South Bend / Notre Dame University don’t miss the opportunity to dine at Rocco’s Restaurant The Original Pizza of South Bend since 1951. The owners Linda and Warren are Amazing Hosts as well as the Staff. Everyone is treated like family whether you’re a first timer or a regular. The food, you won’t find a better Old School Family Run Italian Restaurant. Everything made from scratch and fresh. 🇮🇹👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍🇮🇹”

“We came here on 05/14/26 for a nice dive. And that is exactly what it is. We decided not to eat as seeing the food coming out. We can’t comment on the taste but many people ordered and seemed happy. Service was good to very good. Atmosphere is definitely dive. The drinks were mediocre. I would advise not to order anything complex over a 1 liqueur drink. All in all not a bad place to just chill. Crowd seemed great.”

“Best fish meal in town! Never disappoints”

“2nd time here and it's been fantastic both times. My goal is try something new every visit but with how much I love Skogamaor I'll have to get at least 2 drinks each stop.”

“I had the Szechuan beef and the chicken wings. Everything was delicious. The staff was fast and friendly, and even offered me more rice. Their prices are very well. In fact their lunch menu is less expensive than most fast food carryout lunches and definitely a lot more healthy for you.”

“Really great hole-in-the-wall vibe. Precisely what we were looking for at the time. Met some new friends. Had fun engaging with the patrons and learned some great local history. I feel like everyone would be welcomed here. Didn’t try any food.”

“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.”

“Thin crust pizza. Clean and pleasant staff”

“Love it! Friendly staff. Excellent food!”

“Fresh fantastic food choices !”

“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?)”

“dat food make me want cry on inside”

“Excellent sandwiches- Try this local spot!!!”

“Just bought a Mixed Berry Crumble Bar at purple porch and had to look up this bakery. It was amazing will have to go back for more 🔥🔥🔥”

“This place is awesome!!! So happy to have found. A must have when I’m in town.”

“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.”

“Food is awesome and great service the owner is awesome !!”

“Another wonderful pizza! Truly miss your delicious pizza in Florida, Will definitely be back for more -several times - before we head back South!”

“I pick up here almost every single night when I DoorDash and the closing staff is just awesome everytime. There are a few of them that always greet and talk to me, and even have gave me a free drink for dashing for them. Overall just great service and staff, my favorite wingstop in south bend.”

“Always a great experience at PEGGS! Fantastic food, service and ambiance. Had a great breakfast this morning catching up with a friend!”

“Cloud walking cafe is a little gem in South Bend. Highly recommend!”

“May not be the best looking place in the world but you can't judge a book by its cover. The rib tips here are incredible and they have that cooked in your back yard like your momma used to taste and texture to them. The prices are also reasonable and the people who work there are very efficient and kind, especially the gentleman who handed me and presumably prepared my food. The sauce which they put on EVERYTHING while a bit on the runnier side still had good flavor. All in all I highly recommend this little spot.”

“We had them smoke us a turkey and both the service and turkey were five stars! Thank you!”

“Simply delicious! Great service and extreme flavors. Possibly the best Mexican food in the area. Highly recommended”

“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.”

“Food was delicious and fast. We came inside to eat and enjoyed our stay. Thank you”

“I just wanna the manager Barbara was absolutely amazing she was very nice and very helpful. She was patient with my kids placing there order. She has great customer service and I will definitely be back next time im in town.”

“Great place. Love the spaghetti and meatballs. Dont forget the chicken. I love both fried and broiled. Get the American fries and the red dressing on yr salad. I no longer live in So bend but if i did i wld be there nightly !”

“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.”

“Have eaten here for decades. Food is always hot & service is great. I usually go mid afternoon or early dinner & it isn’t as full. Open 24/7 too.”

“Bill and I love the food here. Best of all is Angel, one of the owners.”

“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.”

“DELICIOUS FOOD ! NEVER DISAPPOINTED !GREAT - SERVICE ! THANK YOU, BOOTLEG'ERS. MERRY CHRISTMAS and BLESSED NEW YEAR !”

“I came in planning on having just a drink. Ended up staying for hours. Meet a nice man who.let me service him afterwards..”

“Nice spot to go to, definitely clutch late nite”

“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.”

“Wonderful experience. Definitely go.the food is amazing and the staff are very welcoming.”

“I got the j*** chicken with rice cornbread and greens. It was delicious ?! It was hard to find but you have to go back of the building to and go through the black doors to place the order.”

“Looked like it might be good, a little seafood, a little Mexican and a little Asian, but it was cold! I told them and they turned the heat on the water below but”

“Today Is my birthday and I went in with a silly question…I asked if I could get a free cookie even brought in my id for proof..she ignored my id respectfully and ask if I have the app? I sadly said no and she said no worries I’m the manager I’ll give you one and explain how birthday rewards work. Thank you again ladies for my breakfast lol”

“Daves hot chicken not only has amazing food there service is awesome,the people are welcoming, friendly n very helpful!!! If I could give 10 stars I would! Keep up the great work!!! 💪 My favorite news is: I downloaded there app n ordered my food,had a 30 min drive n by the time I got there my food was ready n waiting!!! How awesome is that ♥️♥️♥️ had no issues with anything at all!!”

“3rd time here, consistently good. Clean, friendly and appetizing plating. Recommend this place who loves authentic Mexican food.”

“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 waitress Mackenzie & food”

“After being disappointed by many of the pizza places I tried in South Bend,I decided to try this one. I'm glad I did. It's my go-to pizza location now. Awesome crust, flavorful sauce with ingredients, and the cheese used melts so wonderfully. Definitely try them out if you haven't already.”

“Have eaten here for decades. Food is always hot & service is great. I usually go mid afternoon or early dinner & it isn’t as full. Open 24/7 too.”

“Best pizza in South Bend!! Enjoy going there everytime I go. People are very friendly and courteous. They can be busy at times so you'll have to possibly wait but it us worth it.”

“Great service, great food, and great prices!!”

“I went with her server today and she provided exceptional service. The food was very amazing and there's nothing more to ask and I've definitely recommend everybody who is hungry to go here.”

“Great spot for a drink or a nice meal. Innovative menu, friendly service and fun atmosphere. We're 5 minutes away so Pejza's is our go to spot for dinner out.”

“Excellent food. Fast friendly service. We love Angelos!”

“It was my birthday, and I was craving an apple pancake from The Original Pancake House. So we drove an hour, and met family there. Nancy, the Owner, was our waitress, and she was fun and attentive and made my Brunch Birthday a very special memory! The food was great! We would eat there more often if we didn't live an hour away, and if they were open longer hours.”

“I pick up here almost every single night when I DoorDash and the closing staff is just awesome everytime. There are a few of them that always greet and talk to me, and even have gave me a free drink for dashing for them. Overall just great service and staff, my favorite wingstop in south bend.”

“Always a great experience at PEGGS! Fantastic food, service and ambiance. Had a great breakfast this morning catching up with a friend!”

“Best Mexican food I have had and the service was top notch. I could not say enough good things about the food and service”

“The Sidebar, from their atmosphere to their hospitality is next level. Don't even get me started about their drinks, they are next level. I have never been to a place that takes such care on their craft and highly recommend visiting this destination!!”

“Best soul food in the area!”

“The drinks were great and they are so nice 100% will convince my dad to take me again.”

“My bf and I been coming here since they opened and the costumer service is great, idk the names of the usual staff we get to see when we come but they are nice and our food has always been great.”

“The singer on Friday night was great! He played top country radio hits, but he seemed to know everything. The host/bartender was a fun guy who gave me a candy bar for a treat as I was low sugar 😆 and not drinking! Fun time tucked away in a random hotel bar near Notre Dame the place was jamming so apparently everybody knows about it”

“Perfectly mixed cocktails, great bartenders, cool digs. Matt (of Spirited) is involved so you know shit is gonna be good. Sampled 4 of the drinks and enjoyed them all. 5 stars.”

“Best jerk chicken I’ve ever had. If you haven’t been to Dena’s Kitchen, I definitely recommend checking it out today!”

“1st here we loved everything, great concepts showing yr ID at the door, no servers so u have to order drinks at tge bar no problem! Walk over n order yr food it was less than 10mins food cane out hot n fresh, everything was so good! We'll be back was a fin night watching the South Bend n Chicago Cubs we both WON!”

“We tried a croissant-style cinnamon roll and an earl grey morning bun, and they were both delicious! By far the best pastries I've had since being in France. Nice and crisp outsides with soft, perfectly laminated insides with really balanced flavors! I'll definitely be going back to try more!”

“Stopped here for breakfast. It was an excellent choice. They were quick and the food was so healthy, fresh and clean. Felt good to eat here. Highly recommend the smoothies and the fet wrap”

“Qdoba is my favorite and absolutely stoked there is one on this side of town.

Only negative i have is the portion sizes are much smaller compared to the Mishawaka location.

But customer service here is an A+”

“Love the Bucket!!! BUT, did have an unpleasant experience for the first time in our many visits. 11:00 in the morning it took multiple conversations with staff to get the outdoor music turned down. Other customers also felt the music for that time of day was inappropriate. We are music enthusiasts, But sometimes it’s pleasant to enjoy a meal and cocktail with audible conversation. We will continue to frequent The Bucket and also request music at a reasonable decibel so we can converse comfortably. Thanks”

“This location has been a lifesaver for the Westside! Every time I place an order at this location, I know that it is going to be accurate and served with a smile. The personal touch they add to the regular customers plus a smile on my face everyday. Thank you for all you do. I appreciate it!”

“This new popeyes is fyeee (so good). They have pretty much an all Mexican crew and yk how they get down lol. The chicken was nice and juicy. The sides were ok. Restaurant was clean.”