Guidebook for South Bend
Food Scene
Downtown South Bend is your best option for local dining!
The best traditional pub in South Bend. Features live music every night.
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Fiddler's Hearth
127 N Main StThe best traditional pub in South Bend. Features live music every night.
Located in a 4-level historic building with local brewery, Studebaker Brewing Co., located on top floor.
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Tippecanoe Place Restaurant
620 W Washington StLocated in a 4-level historic building with local brewery, Studebaker Brewing Co., located on top floor.
Delicious and on the cheap. Try any of the curries - the masaman is a personal favorite.
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Cambodian Thai
235 S Michigan StDelicious and on the cheap. Try any of the curries - the masaman is a personal favorite.
Barnaby's South Bend
713 E Jefferson BlvdPizza & salad bar.
Fatbird
103 West Colfax AvenueSouthern cuisine, great location!
Flatbreads, Tin Can nachos and a great patio area (dog-friendly)!
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The Lauber
504 E Lasalle AveFlatbreads, Tin Can nachos and a great patio area (dog-friendly)!
Has great veg & vegan options! But lots of great meat options too. Family friendly dining right on the river.
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Crooked Ewe Brewery & Ale House
1047 Lincoln Way EHas great veg & vegan options! But lots of great meat options too. Family friendly dining right on the river.
Best brunch spot in the Bend. Try the cheesy grits! Now open for dinner as "Moonlighter."
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The Early Bird Eatery
117 S Michigan StBest brunch spot in the Bend. Try the cheesy grits! Now open for dinner as "Moonlighter."
Great small diner for breakfast and lunch - friendly service and great owners.
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L Street Kitchen
131 S Lafayette BlvdGreat small diner for breakfast and lunch - friendly service and great owners.
Roselily
701 South Main StreetTasting menu offers some of the best food in the area.
Oldest restaurant in South Bend - authentic Italian and great hospitality! Hidden gem.
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Sunny Italy Cafe
601 N Niles AveOldest restaurant in South Bend - authentic Italian and great hospitality! Hidden gem.
So many ice cream options - try the chamoyada! Also serves street food (elote, nachos, etc.).
Paleteria Y Neveria La Rosita
2909 W Western AveSo many ice cream options - try the chamoyada! Also serves street food (elote, nachos, etc.).
J.W. Chen's
1835 S Bend AveLa Esperanza
1636 N Ironwood DrWOOCHI JAPANESE FUSION & BAR
119 N Michigan StGreat for casual counter service for breakfast or lunch.
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The General Deli & Cafe
609 E Jefferson BlvdGreat for casual counter service for breakfast or lunch.
Great coffee, espresso and baristas! Say hi to Meg! Love & Macs, Violet Sky Chocolate and The Elder Bread also located inside.
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Cloud Walking Coffee
1215 East Mishawaka AvenueGreat coffee, espresso and baristas! Say hi to Meg! Love & Macs, Violet Sky Chocolate and The Elder Bread also located inside.
Cinco 5 International
112 W Colfax AveBest chips & salsa in town!
A handful of food vendors as well as a bakery & coffee shop - with a bar at night.
Dainty Maid Food Hall & Event Space
A handful of food vendors as well as a bakery & coffee shop - with a bar at night.
LaSalle Grill
115 W Colfax AveKeeping it classy for more than 20 years!
El Rancho Viejo
Every Mexican food option you could want with a full bar.
Drinks & Nightlife
Corby's Irish Pub
441 E Lasalle AveFeatured in "Rudy" & has great bar pizza!
Classy atmosphere & top shelf whiskey collection.
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The Exchange Whiskey Bar
112 W Jefferson BlvdClassy atmosphere & top shelf whiskey collection.
Linebacker Lounge
1631 S Bend AveFor the late-night dance party.
The View Tavern
515 E Jefferson BlvdGreat burgers, cheap beer!
The Hammer & Quill
613 E Jefferson BlvdAmazing staff - Mike knows his stuff!
Lasalle Kitchen & Tavern
1/2 W Colfax AveCasual but classy
Madison Oyster Bar
129 N Main StThree floors of shenanigans w/good bar fare.
Matt is an award-winning cocktail artist - you won't be disappointed!
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Spirited
105 E Jefferson BlvdMatt is an award-winning cocktail artist - you won't be disappointed!
Danni has outdone herself with this new concept - not only is the place super vibey, they also have amazing drinks (and food) to match.
Sidebar
Danni has outdone herself with this new concept - not only is the place super vibey, they also have amazing drinks (and food) to match.
Shopping
Boutique featuring handmade jewelry by the owner.
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Ali on the Boulevard
722 E Jefferson BlvdBoutique featuring handmade jewelry by the owner.
MAKE SOUTH BEND
2228 E Mishawaka AveUnique, locally made items.
Target
1400 E Ireland RdUrban Outfitters
1234 N Eddy StSouth Bend Farmer's Market
1105 Northside BlvdRiver Valley Farmers' Market
Locally owned and operated by Keys, who crafts amazing hair & body care products you'll fall in love with!
Mixxture Company
Locally owned and operated by Keys, who crafts amazing hair & body care products you'll fall in love with!
Essentials
Martin's Super Market
314 N Ironwood DrLocal chain featuring Starbucks kiosk.
Locally grown/produced items with cafe with fresh food made daily.
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Purple Porch Co-op
123 N Hill StLocally grown/produced items with cafe with fresh food made daily.
Costco Wholesale
625 E University DrTrader Joe's
1140 Howard StMichoacán Supermarket
Parks & Nature
Biking, disc golf, high ropes course, pavilion.
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Edge Adventures - Rum Village
2626 S Gertrude StBiking, disc golf, high ropes course, pavilion.
Iphakamisa yaseSt. Patrick
50651 Laurel RdHiking, biking, picnicking.
Howard Park
219 S St Louis BlvdSightseeing
The Oliver Mansion
808 W Washington StTake a walk down the East Race riverwalk to view the riverlights installation on the St. Joe River at night.
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East Race Headquarters
126 S Niles AveTake a walk down the East Race riverwalk to view the riverlights installation on the St. Joe River at night.
Arts & Culture
South Bend Museum of Art
120 Doctor M.L.K. Jr BlvdIziko lezwe Studebaker
201 Chapin St