Restaurants
Fidler’s Hearth
Located in downtown South Bend, the Fidler’s Hearth is a great place to grab a beer and enjoy some authentic Irish dishes. Very causal and inviting place. A traditional Irish pub.
Café Navarre
Café Navarre opened its doors in 2012 in the heart of downtown South Bend. The restaurant offers a modern twist on the fine dining experience and has a great outdoor patio. Reservations for dinner are recommended.
The Lauber
The Lauber, located in the East Bank Village area, boasts one of the best outdoor patios in South Bend. The pizza and sandwiches aren’t bad either. With an extensive tap list the Lauber provides an opportunity to sample the many beers from local micro-breweries.
Carmela’s at Macri’s
So, you want Italian food? Carmela’s is one of the best Italian restaurants in the area. Located off Niles Avenue in the East Bank Village area, Carmela’s is a great place for fine Italian dining.
Papa Vino’s
Papa Vino’s is just a short drive away in Mishawaka. The menu offering is classic Italian. The location is very large and can accommodate large parties.
Rocco’s
Rocco’s epitomizes the classic casual Italian dining experience. From pasta, to pizza to subs – you can’t go wrong. With over sixty years of history in South Bend, it is regarded by many as offering the best pizza in town.
Brother’s Bar & Grill
Brother’s Bar & Grill is located in the Eddy Street Commons and offers a huge bar food menu. Dining is casual and the drinks are plentiful.
Crooked Ewe Brewery
The Crooked Ewe, located off the St Joseph River in South Bend, is one of the best craft breweries in South Bend. The Tacos are hot – literally; some of the best spicy tacos around. That being said, I go there for the brisket and the amazing outdoor patio overlooking the river.
Rohr’s
Rohr’s is located in the Morris Inn on the campus of Notre Dame. While Rohr’s has decent gastropub offerings, that is nothing compared to its outside dining patio. In short, a great place to relax, dine and enjoy Notre Dame. For dining, reservations are strongly suggested.
Bru Burger Bar
Bru Burger boasts great burgers in a great location – right on Eddy Street and a stone’s throw from Notre Dame.