August 13, 2026 So glad my wife and I chose this local place…read moreto eat dinner in South Bend. It was very good food prepared fresh. The server was personable and very helpful. We got there around 5:00 PM while things were just getting busy. It had a nice vibe to it. You could tell people enjoy coming here. I started off the order with an item off their monthly menu specials. The muffuletta pizza. Very nice with a great flavor. My wife loved every bite of her braised beef sliders and cole slaw. We also have this obsession with ordering Brussels sprouts when we go out and they're available. I will give the sprouts 3 out of 5 because they had way too much balsamic vinegar on them. This rating doesn't bring my overall rating down because it's likely they are very good any other time. As if all that weren't enough to eat, we ordered the 8" Cinnamon Streusel pizza with vanilla bean ice cream off their seasonal monthly menu. Oh boy was that good!! If given the opportunity to come back to South Bend, this will be my go to place. PS... I'm not a beer drinker, but it seems they have lots of craft beer on tap. It's considered a gastropub. There's plenty of seating inside and outside. Some outside seating is covered and nice of it raining but still warm out. There is a patio area that's quite large. It looks like and has a feel of a biergarten.

I had not been back to The Lauber in a while when visiting South Bend, so I went twice this time!…read moreOn Friday, my friend and I stopped in for a happy hour drink as I remember they made a fantastic Expresso Martini, complete with three coffee beans floating on top! It was just as good as the last time I was here. On Saturday, I ordered takeout for us since I was staying in the downtown area. I ordered the Power Salad (full order to share), and it was a nice mixture of arugula, spinach, quinoa, dried blueberries, toasted almonds, goat cheese, grape tomatoes and red onion, with green goddess dressing on the side. It was a plentiful salad and very tasty. I would definitely order this salad again! For dinner, I had the Rigatoni Chicken Pasta, which was advertised as their house specialty. The rigatoni noodles were accompanied with seasoned chicken and a nicely spiced mushroom cream sauce, which was divine. I wish there was more chicken (at least in my dish) as it was minimal at best. My friend ordered the Tropic Burger, medium well, with beer battered fries. The burger was topped with pulled pork and bacon with a tasty jalapeno sauce she just loved. The burger was so big she even had half of it for the next day. Overall, another great experience at The Lauber. Looking forward to my next visit when I get to South Bend.

Wow! I have been here once before and had a delicious salad, but just don't tend to make it to that…read moreside of town often. Today, my coworker and I stopped in and I got a loaded potato and cookie. Again, salads are great, was just in the mood for a potato and did not know what to expect. I got the BBQ potato at the owner's suggestion. I asked about their cookies because I didn't want to get one if they were not made there. Well, they are made there and they are huge and delicious. The potato was also incredible, perfectly cooked. We were treated like VIPs. The wait was not too long, and the restaurant was clean and well maintained. The price is a "little" higher than just going to a regular chain, but for the quality, service and to support a small business it is WORTH it. You need to check it out if you have not yet.

Came in today for lunch after several friends had raved about this place, and they definitely…read moredidn't disappoint! We tried two different flatbreads, a salad, and two loaded potato bowls. The flatbreads were really good, light, flavorful, and not overly heavy. The salad was delicious as well. The potato bowls had great toppings and plenty of flavor, although I think the potatoes themselves could have used a little salt or butter. One of the bowls was also a little cold in the center, but otherwise everything was really good. The inside is clean and welcoming, with a couple of picnic tables for seating and some cute shelves with little items for sale. Most importantly, the owner was incredibly friendly and welcoming.

I door dashed tonight and didn't want fried- like I wanted something different. I've passed…read moreCoreLife a lot since they opened, but never tried it. Honestly, because it's "health food" I always thought the price would be high. I clicked on their profile on DoorDash and was shocked about the price! What? No more expensive than Culver's or what I get at Penn Station. I looked through the menu and ordered the chicken teriyaki bowl and a side of sweet potatoes, just because it sounded good. Wow-I have found my new favorite spot! This food is sooo good! The flavor is amazing-truly blown away. All of it was cooked to perfection, and while you get the smoothness of the quinoa and chicken, you get the crunch of the fresh veggies. I'm truly blown away. Great food options at great prices. Highly recommend!

My husband and I ordered the Korean Pork Bowl today. Both of us had diarrhea. We didn't have any…read moreother food nor drinks. We will not come back again. It's disappointing.

I came to Cascade for my birthday dinner, and from the first plate to the last bite of cake, this…read morekitchen made the case that it belongs in the Michelin Guide. The dining room sits at the base of a residential building right on the river. The floor to ceiling views of the water doing half the decorating, and the other half is a menu with real ambition: market oysters and chilled shellfish towers, USDA Prime steaks, a 40-day dry aged strip, and A5 Miyazaki wagyu. This is the Navarre Group operating at its highest level, and it shows. I started with market oysters on ice with champagne mignonette and cocktail sauce. I got a taste of the ocean in every slurp. Yes, eating oysters is noisy. Then the crab cake, and I do not say this lightly: it is one of the best crab cakes I have ever had, anywhere. Jumbo blue crab, barely held together, seared golden, sitting in a kimchi aioli with a bright pop of Peruvian sweet peppers on top. All crab, no filler games. Order it. Thank me later. The black cod was the star of the night. Miso glazed, sesame crusted, served over broccolini in a lemongrass dashi, and it was the most tender cod in the Midwest. Silky, rich, perfectly balanced between sweet and savory, the kind of plate where the table goes quiet for a second. If you order one entree here, make it this one. The grilled lobster tail came out a touch small for the price, but the flavor was all there, and whoever thought to serve the drawn butter over a tea light candle deserves a raise. The butter stays warm from the first dip to the last. Small detail, but elite execution. The grilled asparagus with verjus blanc and shaved Parmigiano Reggiano was simple and exactly appropriate alongside everything else. Dessert was a towering slice of layered chocolate cake with a birthday candle in it, rich without being heavy, and the right ending to the meal. I was given a card signed by the entire staff. Shoutout to the following personnel: Emily V, Jordan and the hostess. Each of them made this visit feel truly magical. Now the honest notes, because a real review has them. The lobster bisque missed very badly. It had the consistency of a potato soup and only the smallest trace of lobster. So, it is the one dish I would not order again. It is also the clearest opportunity for improvement on an otherwise stacked menu. Also, plan your arrival: parking is tight, and on busy nights you will want the valet. Book ahead, too. Prime time reservations here do not sit open. Bottom line: Cascade is the most elite dining experience in South Bend right now. Birthdays, anniversaries, client dinners, or just a night you want to feel like a celebrity, this is the room. I will be back.

I had a wonderful experience at Cascade. Everything I ordered was delicious. The scallops were…read morecooked to perfection, and I enjoyed the sauce it was served with. Moreover, the pork chop and cod are both very nice entrees. The cod was tender and flaky, and the flavor of the miso glaze was a nice complement to the fish. The pork chop was also cooked nicely with a bit of sweetness from the peaches. The vibes of the restaurant were incredible as well. The outdoor seating faces the river, and I liked the lighting of the interior. Our server was also very friendly during our visit. Cascade is definitely one of my favorite restaurants in the area.

A great option if you're craving something warm and yummy…read more Stopped by on a Monday evening around 7 and surprisingly it was pretty busy. We did have to wait about 20 minutes. The place isn't too big but since the food comes out fairly quick, the turnaround time for seating isn't too bad. We ordered 2 of the Spicy creamy vegan, one of the impossible buns and the miso glazed eggplant. We really enjoyed the Vegan ramen, it was the right amount of spice with a delicious broth. The eggplant was also very good as well, it does have furikake on top. The impossible buns were just ok. Service was friendly, food came out pretty fast. Overall a good experience.

If you like Ramen, you already like Jinya! The service is fun. They greet you when you enter and…read moreleave. The place has a cool hip feel and is comfortable to chill at. All the food I've had has been good. I try to get different things every time im there and am always pleased. Pricing is very fair given the quality and atmosphere. Glad to see things like this in South Bend. I think people enjoy it and it compliments the area.

Great food Friendly staff…read more Interesting local crowd South Bend atmosphere with local musicians A great spot to gather with friends or meet new ones.

Fries are fresh cut and you get a huge portion! Chicken sandwich was a BIG portion! I tried the…read morecabbage- it was good! My husband said the fish and chips were the best he's ever had (he's 54!). Service was good, friendly server. Super cozy, low key place.

Yum and more yum. Our son and daughter-in-law brought us to The Crooked Ewe for dinner and…read moreeverything was beyond delicious! My son and I had the smoked chicken sandwich, my daughter-in-law ordered the Bahn Mi and my husband ordered pastrami. Of course we all had to share and taste everything. All in all, everything was very tasty, including the fries cooked in beef tallow. The drinks were great and the wait staff beyond friendly and helpful. Thank you, Crooked Ewe!

We were visiting South Bend for a Notre Dame home game, and as you can imagine, finding a place to…read moreeat for a group of 8 after the game can be a struggle! We called Crooked Ewe, and they were kind enough to hold a table for us. As it turned out, the patio was perfect for a larger group on a Saturday evening. The atmosphere is laid-back and easygoing. Inside has that cozy, small-brewery feel, while the patio gives you a gorgeous view of the river. Our service was great - friendly and attentive without being overbearing. Overall, we really enjoyed the food, although I thought some of the Asian-inspired dishes could use a little refinement. I ordered the bibimbap bowl with fried cauliflower, cucumbers and onions, shredded carrots and daikon, and kimchi fried rice. The cauliflower was easily the star here! Though the fried rice and other accompaniments could use a bit more flavor and texture. That said, the BBQ was A+. I added a side of brisket, and it was probably some of the best brisket I've ever had. It's a thicker cut and melts in your mouth. My husband and FIL also raved about the wings. One thing to note for families: there isn't a kids menu, but my son was perfectly happy with a cheeseburger and fries. All in all, Crooked Ewe was a great find for our group. We'd definitely come back, especially for those wings and brisket!

Honestly, I just keep coming back to Fatbird. The chicken and waffles are amazing and I'm not even…read morea chicken and waffles guy. Bartender was super friendly and so were the fellow patrons. A friend ordered their spicy chicken sandwich and honestly it wasn't as spicy as the warning on the menu would lead you to believe.

What a gem of a place. Decor is gorgeous, mixing wallpaper, seating, lighting. It is a really nice…read moreambiance. I waltzed in on a weekday afternoon and it was pretty dead, but I was greeted and my food came out quickly. The maque choux was to die for. The banh mi chicken was less exciting, but still good enough to entice me to try it again. Wish I was able to order a cocktail on that trip, as the menu looked intriguing.

Cinco is one of those restaurants that gets the important things right: delicious food, generous…read moreportions, friendly service, and an atmosphere that makes you want to come back. We stopped in for dinner on a busy evening, and despite the crowd, we were seated fairly quickly. The restaurant had a lively but comfortable atmosphere, with attractive decor and a welcoming feel. It was busy enough to have some energy without being so loud that we couldn't enjoy a conversation. I ordered the steak fajitas, and they were excellent. They arrived sizzling hot, with tender, well-seasoned steak, sautéed onions, and peppers. The tortillas were fresh and warm, and the rice and beans were flavorful rather than just being filler on the plate. The portion was generous enough that I ended up taking some home. The chips and salsa were another highlight. The chips were fresh and crispy, and the salsa had a really nice balance of flavor and heat. It's a small detail, but good chips and salsa can make a big difference at a Mexican restaurant. Our server was fantastic. She was friendly, attentive, and made sure we had everything we needed without constantly interrupting our meal. Our drinks were refilled promptly, and the food arrived hot and in a reasonable amount of time. I also appreciated the pricing. Dining out has become expensive, but Cinco still felt like a good value considering the quality and quantity of food. Everything tasted freshly prepared, and the overall experience was a step above what I've come to expect from many casual restaurants. Overall, an excellent experience from beginning to end. Great food, generous portions, genuinely friendly service, and a comfortable atmosphere. Cinco has earned five stars, and I'd happily return!

Chips and salsa so good, so fresh…read more Not the best atmosphere for showing around visitors, but as a townie I remember when this was Cinco International first opening and I like the vibe, comfortable for a family hang out.

We keep coming back here to every time we visit South Bend. The food is always delicious and we…read morelove the outdoors patio (weather permitting ) This time we had a fantastic server/bartender that was great. Gave us food recommendations and made me a custom cocktail! Our next visit is in November where I anticipate the weather to be much colder, but the fall drink menu will be out!!!!

Stopped by for lunch the other day. The staff were incredible and the restaurant's playlist was…read morehitting! Got the Stalin BBQ Smoked Wings - they were incredible. Not a bad dish in this establishment. A must try in South Bend.