First time here in October and stunned by the food and vibe in this spot in Bentor Harbor. Excellent and knowledgeable staff, and a nice venue. Would recommend this for any occasion, we took our two young kids there and fit in just fine. Hidden gem and absolutely worth a trip. read more

Great for lunch! Get the soup and salad combo for $10. I like the smoked whitefish salad and the curry chicken salad. Their vegan chili and roasted tomato soups are great. Everything is fresh and portions are just right. Service is fast and friendly. read more

I LOVE Bread +Bar. From their artisan cocktails to their amazing food offerings, it never disappoints. I love a business that knows it's stuff and does it consistently. I highly recommend it! read more

It's a nice looking place with a decent menu and a nice drink selection. I went for lunch and had a sandwich and salad. I've been back for dinner and found that it's more of a lunch place. Honestly I don't see what others see in this place I think of it as a nicer Panera. read more

In a word - pretentious. This is touted as a being affiliated with Bit of Swiss bakery, hence the Bread portion. One might expect something along the lines of a small assortment of bread along with something to spread on them perhaps? I don't know, that was the expectation I had. Instead it's a modernistic, minimalist place with high prices and very limited fare suitable for those from Chicago. You folks will probably adore the place, and that's perfectly fine. I may give it a try for lunch as that menu actually utilizes what Bit of Swiss does very well and that's bread. Dinner - not so much. I had the Bread Board Tartines and they all come on their Como bread which isn't bad but not my favorite BoS bread by far. Overall, it's just an OK place for dinner that Chicagoans and the Whirlpool management crowd will most likely enjoy. The location is nice on the river. read more

We ate here this past Friday with two other friends. We had a round of appetizers, cocktails and beer before dinner. The service was excellent. The craft beers and the cocktails were also very good. We never waited too long for anything. For the main entre, I had the duck, my wife had the hanger steak. The dishes were all very well seasoned and the flavor were excellent. Again the dinner service was excellent. We finished off with a round of deserts that were also very good. I will say the prices are a little on the high side, but the ambience, good service and excellent food make it all worth while. We will be back. read more

We had our rehearsal dinner here for our wedding. The restaurant was very accommodating and great to work with. Even though we were a large group, all of our food came out nearly at the same time and everyone said their dinner was amazing. Even my really picky dad was happy with it. We had whitefish salad for the whole group as well as tartines, all of which was delicious, and my entree (roasted chicken) was so good! The atmosphere was great, and overall it was a great experience! read more

Great restaurant--delicious, fresh, local and varied food. Fabulous views of the harbor and relaxing patio. Service was prompt and friendly. Looking forward to returning soon! read more

Interesting drinks and quality food in a great location with super staff and high prices.

Have been for lunch several times. It's just ok, nothing to rave about. It is also spendy for what you get. Had Roasted Tomato soup the other day and it lacked flavor. Hot Italian Sandwich was good, but again, nothing really stands out. I got to go for Dinner and try some different stuff. They have a grilled cheese night which looks good. Nice place, clean and friendly service. Lot of lunch competition and I just think other places have better food for more reasonable prices. Lunch for the two of us was well north of $30 and we had water to drink. I usually don't care much about cost, but for some reason this just seemed a little high. read more

Loved this place. Food, service, atmosphere all spot on. Try the Sriracha chicken, tartines, and cookie for desert. All round good stuff!

Service and drinks great! Atmosphere was great! Food was ok, has the potential to be fantastic! Plates are very small for the price, and product served. We ordered the onion purses, bread boards and another forgotten small plate. We then ordered the hanger steak which was tiny but good. We left lacking and felt a little robbed. 2 drinks 3 small plates and an entree were still hungry. We went to another restaurant and split an entree afterward. Maybe we were starving from our trip to the wineries. I would recommend this place for drinks and snacks but for a actual meal... I'd say take a pass. read more

Love love love their breads and everything else, especially the desserts! Love the food but love the service more. Billy Cooper is the best!

This is a great place. The food is clean tasting and portion sizes are just right. We had lunch here - waiter was busy but attentive nevertheless. Dessert - the strawberry shortcake is a must try! Lovely! I'd go back for sure. read more

Had the roast beef sandwich! Very good. My husband had the egg plant parm sandwich and said it was awesome. Shared a White fish salad & it was great. Would definitely return. Didn't have an opportunity to try the fun drinks. Maybe next time. Did have a mimosa that was good. Very nice modern decor. Very good quality fresh healthy food. Will definitely stop here again when driving from chi to Detroit. read more

This place was an absolute gem of a find! We were road tripping back towards Colorado from Bay City and needed a rest before Chicago. Yelp reviews brought us to Bread+Bar and the reviews were dead on. Modernish decor with attention to details is the first impression on the inside. Cool art made out of cassette tapes for instance and Edison Bulbs in bathroom are just a few examples. We arrived before the 5 pm full menu was open. Tapas and drinks were available and let me tell you we were not disappointed. The meat and cheese plate and a selection of breads and toppings (cant remember what they were called) were surprisingly large and fed the two of us adequately. Not only that, they we're brilliantly presented and the flavors extraordinary. Savory olives and sauces, high quality cheeses and salted meats along with perfectly smoked whitefish and homemade breads all packed into appetizers...outstanding! And the drinks were awesome as well. Go there! read more

Bread+Bar - IPA with a view (there's a harbor in the background) - New American Near Me - Benton Harbor, Michigan

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I ate at the BREADBAR this past Friday evening. I thought the food was pretty good and the service definitely attentive. They seem to like cannelloni beans and found them on many items. Not a plus for me. I did think it was odd that when I told the server that I did not want them on the plate, that I was not offered another starch or more of the tiny stalks of broccolini. The desserts that come from Bit of Swiss were almost worth putting up with the noise. I had Strawberry Shortcake with real homemade shortcake. Wonderful. My friend had a pick lemonade cake, which was also tasty. I wish I could give the place four stars, but the noise level really takes away from the enjoyment of eating there. It was a struggle to conduct a conversation with the person sitting across a small table. The owners need to do something about softening the sound. It was a real struggle and gave me a headache. I will probably go back because the food was fine. But I think next time it will be for a very early lunch. read more

We had a great experience for my friend's birthday! The waitress was extremely friendly and helpful and took care of us the entire night. The chef came over towards the end of the meal to check in and brought over some delicious desserts. All the food was incredible, especially the pretzel knots and the bouillabaisse. We had a big group and everything came out seamlessly. Highly recommend! read more

We just stopped in for a bite while driving to Grand Rapids from Chicago. What a gem this place is!! It was just after 3pm so we missed the lunch menu and too early for the dinner menu. However they have a short happy hour menu. Billy our server explained that we could not order from the main menus because everything is fresh. He said we would love the food! How right he was! We settled on roast beef sandwiches and deviled eggs. My husband loves French fries with sandwiches which were not available BUT the sandwiches are served with a light salad. Let me tell you my husband loved the combo. The pretzel buns that the sandwich was served on was the best I have ever had. So fresh, soft and flavorful! We ended with a chocolate cookie desert! This place is outstanding! read more

My fiance and I were in town for a wedding and wanted a quick place to grab a bite to eat before checking into our hotel. We yelped places (as we normally do when in a city we've never been to) and I am so happy we chose this restaurant. Everything was terrific, the service, the meal, the drinks, the atmosphere. It is an amazing spot right by the waterway that I feel everyone should check out. Oh and you can not leave without trying their pink lemonade cake, to die for! Thanks for a great meal and experience! read more

I've had dinner here twice and both meals were superb. The blood orange martini is excellent, as well as the whitefish tartines and tomato tartines. Most recently I had the pork chop entrée, and it was one of the best meals I've ever had. Service and ambiance are also great here. Highly recommend!! read more

We stopped in about 3pm for a bite to eat and we stopped at the podium to be seated. Instead of saying "I'm very busy would you mind seating yourself and I'll get to you as soon as I can" she said,"You're going to have to wait because I'm very very busy and I'm the only one here!" I'm sympathetic but it's not my fault. We waited for some time as we watched her irritated facial expression and finally we walked out. read more

We had our wedding rehearsal dinner here for about 40 people. Bread+Bar was so easy to work with and sectioned off an area of the restaurant where our group was able to sit together. We had a set/limited menu where guests chose their entree ahead of time and it made everything run smoothly. We received great feedback from our guests that the food, wine, and beer selections were all great! Everything was amazing! read more

Love this place. It has great food selections and a really unique menu. It is a true gem in Southwest Michigan! I really enjoyed the new beers. read more

I am very happy with my dinner there tonight. I thought the portions were perfect for each different type of food and the foods served are unique. The service is professional and friendly. read more

Wonderful food in a great atmosphere. From the moment you are seated you will be pleased you came to dine. An outstanding drink menue with a flair for originality (try the corps reviver) coupled with an excellent diverse menu is sure to please everyone in the party. I love the hanger steak and the French onion purses are to die for. The deserts are out of this world. You won't be disappointed. read more

Very nice. Has the roast beef on marble rye instead of pretzel bread and a chicken rice soup. Both were tasty. Nothing like a good soup. My old fashioned was strong and well made. Would definitely recommend for lunch. read more

Great service and ever better food. Would recommend the tartine app and sitting on the patio overlooking the water. Plan to go back when I'm back in the area. read more

Friends and I ate here the weekend of the 4th and no doubt we will be coming back. The food was spectacular. We had a big group and ordered almost every app on the menu and there was nothing left. Followed that up with a pork chop and potatoes which were cooked to perfection and gone faster than the apps. Highly recommend the corpse reviver as well. One of the better gin drinks I've had. A+. read more

From out of town! Good drinks and great pizza for an awesome price. Definitely going back!

We ate lunch here. The grilled cheese was excellent, whitefish salad delicious and refreshing, and the Reuben yummy! We had the chocolate chip cookie dessert and left happy. The atmosphere is interesting and comfortable, and personnel energetic and friendly. I'd come back again. :) read more

Good quality local restaurant with a contemporary feel. Visiting the area on business and very happy to discover. Let down by the less than hot French onion soup, otherwise a well cooked meal with a focus on local and seasonal ingredients. Looking forward to returning when next in town. read more

Favorite place to go! Amazing food, fab cocktails and the location is awesome. Such a great place. I travel an hour one way just to come.

The food here was awesome. Make it a point to get away from downtown St. Joe and eat here....you won't be disappointed. I had the pretzel chips with pimento cheese and the tartines (smoked whitefish, Brie, and roasted tomato) read more

Refreshingly awesome restaurant in BH! I think we've found our spot for dining when we're in town for the Iron Man. Loved the french onion purses! The scallops were piping hot and not overdone--a rare balance for scallops. Got the pink-lemonade cake as recommended and it was a real treat. Everything was very delicious. Atmosphere was very relaxing and enjoyable. They were slammed that day to the racers in town and a classic car show but besides being out of a few items, you would have never known. Clearly they're running a very tight show here. read more

A must stop for lunch between Detroit and Chicago. Who knew Benton Harbor held such as delicious gem. Chicken and rice soup and turkey sandwich was delicious. Desserts. Couldn't pick just one to share so order one for each of us. Absolutely will be our go to stop on our next trip. May try dinner next time. read more

Bread+Bar - New American Near Me - Benton Harbor, Michigan

Had dinner hear last night still my favorite fine dinning experience and food in the St. Joseph area

Its great food! Especially nice for a special occasion, since its a bit on the pricier side.

Got in and waited 40 minutes for our server Ashley who never came back to take our drink or food orders. Got up and left after talking to manager. Sad because we always come here when in town. Anyways, we ended up going down to 221 Main Street and had a pretty good filet. read more

Excellent service We started with the meat and cheese plate. Very nice tastes and great bread to compliment We ate light. The pasta was flavorful and serve nicely. Our friend enjoyed the beef and lamb chops. Best ever comments Again great service and atmosphere read more