13 Best American Restaurants in South Bend

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

“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.“

“I was in South Bend for the week and decided to try Roselily based on my dad's recommendation, and I’m so glad we did! We were celebrating our anniversary, and it turned out to be the perfect place for the occasion. From the moment we walked in, the atmosphere felt warm and inviting, and the staff made us feel right at home.

Our waiter, Alex, was fantastic—attentive, friendly, and knowledgeable about the menu. Andrew helped guide us through the wine list and gave excellent suggestions. We were particularly impressed with the wine he suggested, it was the perfect pairing to complement our meal.

The menu offered a delightful selection of dishes, and each course we tried was expertly prepared and bursting with flavor. You could tell that the chef puts a lot of care into the dishes, and we were so impressed with every bite. It was truly a special experience, and we left feeling like we'd discovered a hidden gem in South Bend.

If you're ever in town, I highly recommend Roselily—it’s a wonderful place to celebrate any occasion!“

“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!!“

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

“First time customer. Great burgers and service. Please come to Syracuse ,NY.“

“I enjoy eating breakfast here because it is deeply tied to the community and area. They are now open til 6p. Make sure to have patience, service is slow. I never received water upon waiting over 1/2 hr for food. However, the food never disappoints. If you are on a low sodium or restricted diet make sure to let them know to be easy on seasonings and fats. I absolutely love supporting local restaurants and small businesses. I was able to add this business to google maps and write the first review.“

“It's a great place to eat and wonderful people there“

“Fantastic food!! I was beyond impressed.!! The cheeseburgers were delicious and so were the chicken tenders.! YUM!! Service overall was great, our order came out quickly! Food quality is very good, not what you would expect at a Zoo. The Lodge building itself was well kept and clean.“

“Great food and friendly atmosphere. Reasonable prices and their breakfast is wonderful. I also enjoy their breaded tenderloin sandwich.“

“Steak fajita skillet!! 😁😎“

“Super fun place. Trivia on Thursdays, great live music on Fridays and Saturdays. They have awesome cocktails and bartenders!“

“Everything is delicious! 😋 It’s hard to make a choice because everything I’ve tried is great!“