The General Deli & Cafe

609 E Jefferson Blvd, South Bend
(574) 286-4193

Recent Reviews

Joe Rasbaugh

Great spot to grab a coffee or cocktail (or both). Good atmosphere and the staff are friendly and helpful. It's nice that it's directly across from the park.

Atmosphere: 5

Service: 5

Chuck U. Farley

There are dedicated breakfast hours. It would be quite beneficial to your patrons to have this clearly posted on your Google page. It's a college town and you're going to get a lot of visitors that are not familiar with your business, or city. I chose this location to specifically get avocado toast. Upon arrival I'm told I can't get this. Even though I can get a sandwich...with toast...and avocado. I suggest to the employee at the counter that the Google page be updated and got a bit if an eyeroll and definitely got some attitude.All that aside, I decided to stay since I drove all the way here.The food and coffee are GREAT.I would come back, even with the annoyance of not being able to get what I came specifically for.Also, GPS will probably put you behind the deli. Parking is up front, off the street.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 4

Jon Nicoletti

Staff are great, location is greater and food is greatest! One of the families favorite spot for a quick sandwich or coffee for a walk in the park. Soups are fantastic too but make sure to get there early cause they may run out by end of day.Parking: Street parking is often available but sometimes requires a bit of a stroll. No problem in warmer months.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Cup and Any Half Sandwich, Bagel with Lox Be Capers, Homemade Soup, Sandwich & Soup

Yorel Thompson

The whole package..of delicious!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 4

Paul C.

I love The General! Such a cool place. Indoor and outdoor seating (when the weather is nice). Again, weather-permitting, it's one of the few places in South Bend where you can sit outside to eat. For breakfast, I'm a big fan of their lox bagel *or* the avocado egg & toast (the radishes, arugula, and poppy seeds are a nice touch)! I must also add: the egg is ALWAYS cooked perfectly. For lunch, I absolutely LOVE the Kibbler. Phenomenal sandwich. The side of chips is tasty, but I sometimes like to upgrade to a hummus plate with celery and carrots. The hummus is great! The staff are also incredibly friendly! I love the cooks, too. Everyone has a great sense of humor. Artist-friendly atmosphere. And, it might sound odd, but if you want to see something really cool, check out the bathroom floor when you have a chance. The General is a South Bend staple!

Jillian N.

Great service and we got a spot outside. The pasta salad was great and our sandwiches were EXACTLY what we needed to start our busy Saturday. Will definitely be returning.

Caroline Bratt

Great breakfast sandwiches and bagels with lox. Coffee drinks are also on point.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

John Rupe

Nice place. Had a good cinnmon walnut scone. Coffee was good. All tables taken so didn't stay.Vegetarian options: Vegan chili, humos plate.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 4

Service: 4

Jason Points

Great place. Had a very nice lunch here. My food was great and service was just as good. Next time I am in town I will come back for sure.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Pastrami

Maysa R.

Love it! Great sandwiches! Folks are nice always asking me how it's going. Small and chill environment.

Caitlin P.

wow wow wow. a place where i can get a killer matcha latte and a deli sandwich all in the same sitting? with incredible workers? quaint. quality. quite extraordinary.

Jerry Roberts

Great food, good service. The food is made with fresh ingredients.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Veronica Morales

Awesome calming place with wicked vibes and artwork and people. Great food and coffee, servers are friendly and chatty but in the best way. They made me love chai lattes and they have amazing murals outside that are worth looking at. Reuben Sandwich and bagels are good

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Jessica Cooreman

Everything about this place is amazing. I never had a Chai latte and I am hooked now. And the breakfast sandwich omg do not even get me started on that ???. The atmosphere and service is amazing to. All they way around don't pass up the gem. ❤️❤️

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

J. Aspen Tychonievich

Great coffee, great music, great service, with bike parking and vegan options. My favorite spot in SB.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

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