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.

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.

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!

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.

I'm always fed so well and feel so happy at Roselilly…read more The location and enterance can make it a little hard to find your first time. Once you're inside it's a much nicer atmosphere and I always feel welcomed in. The dining room is dimly lit with fun artwork about. The polite staff is always enjoyable to chat with as they welcome you in and begin the experience. I like doing the multi course tasting Menu's and find I tend to like everything, but end up trying All kinds of things I otherwise would not have ordered. The wine pairings are thoughtful and delicious plus you're given a story of the history and origins of your grapes as your glass is filled. The experience is fun, delicious, and makes for a great date spot. Don't steal my table, but do go to roselilly. It's one of, if not the best restaurant in South Bend.

Dinner with friend and the food was great, service was great. And the atmosphere was really nice…read more Definitely going back. Had sui mai and tuna apps. Then had burger and it was really good!

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.

We have been here several times and every time the food is excellent and the cocktails are tasty…read moreand original! Tonight our dinner was perfect (Korean rib app, spinach salad and Kitchen sink pasta) and a glass of dry Rose recommended by the staff was on par! Service is great and the ambiance is fun! Highly recommend this spot!

Food went for small plates. We got Olive tapenade bruschetta that was way too salty to eat. The…read morebeef sliders were pretty good. Alcohol selection is very limited. Server was okay, he brought us the wrong food but fixed it. He was a little rude a couple of times.

The food is always good every time we go! The lattes are always excellent, and the service is quick.read more

Their Monte Cristo sandwich WITH home fries was out of this world!!! If you want a memorable meal…read moreorder that. The restaurant itself is clean and the space has been thoughtfully curated. Everyone who worked here was super kind. I would definetly eat here again!

Went back in to L street and we were so happy we did , service was back on point , our server was…read morevery friendly and very helpful. Food was outstanding , came out piping hot . We will be back .

Used to love this place and thought it was the best breakfast in town. New ownership has quickly…read moremade it go downhill. We won't be back. Prices have been raised, eggs came out with liquid whites, pancakes were extremely gummy, the chicken pasta was bland and not worth it. The only thing I really enjoyed was the coffee which is still from Cloud Walking. I hate to make a bad review- but if you used to think L Street was amazing like we did, be prepared for a different experience.

This is a great little restaurant just down the street from the aloft hotel where I stayed…read more They have a good craft beer, selection, and a nice outdoor patio. I had the sirloin meal which was cooked to perfection: medium. The service was great,

I've had Cafe Navarre, an upscale restaurant in South Bend, for a while now so I jumped at the…read moreopportunity to finally come here for a carry-out lunch during the city's summer Restaurant Week 2026! I was short on time and money and felt a wee bit embarrassed to pick up my fancy 2-course lunch in a ratty t-shirt and jeans, but I was brave and strong and got through it the shame. I would like to dine-in here one day, looking nice and spiffy, to fully enjoy the vibes and have a nice date night with my honey. Finding a parking spot was tricky and annoying, even on a weekday, so be advised of that. So I can't speak too much on service with this visit nor how the drinks were (alcohol menu looks pretty nice), but I can talk about the food! So with the $19 restaurant week promotion, I could choose from a list of 5 starters and a list of 5 mains. I got the signature Navarre salad without the gorgonzola cheese and the white basalmic dressing on the side as my starter and the Waldorf chicken salad croissant with potato chips as my main. Chicken salad is a favorite of mine but I HATE when it is goopy and mushy. Gotta have that texture! So the to-go bag was quite light when I picked it up so my fat butt was worried I had paid twenty bucks for two bites of food. Nope! There was a decent amount of food inside. Let's start with the Navarre salad. Normally, this retails for $8. The produce was fresh and the candied walnuts were incredible. I do wish there were more green apples on it though. 8/10. Next, I gotta give a 10/10 to the fabulous potato chips. These were something special. Oh jeez, give me a whole bag of these tasty crispy slices of potatoes! Lastly, I gotta give only 7/10 to the chicken salad croissant. This originally sells for $17. Not a bad score at all, but yeah, this chicken salad was a bit too goopy for me. It tasted flavorful though and the locally-made croissant was great! Overall, I give Cafe Navarre 4.5 stars. I'm going to convince my boyfriend to take me here one day for a nice dinner date so we can try so fancier items on the menu! (But not too fancy - I don't want us blowing a paycheck on some $65 steak! I am a practical bougie lady!)