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About South Bend
South Bend serves as the county seat of St. Joseph County and anchors the Michiana region just south of Indiana's border with Michigan. The city derives its name from its location along the southernmost bend of the St. Joseph River. It ranks as the fourth-most populous city in Indiana.
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Best Restaurants in South Bend
108 places · Where to eat, from neighborhood staples to standout kitchens.
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Aspen Tap House
Aspen Tap House is a restaurant located in the McKinley Terrace neighborhood.
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Chimichurri
Chimichurri is an Argentinian restaurant located in the Edgewater neighborhood.
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Garbanzo Mediterranean Fresh
Garbanzo Mediterranean Fresh serves Mediterranean cuisine at the Eddy Street Commons.
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Guadalupe's Mexican Grill
Guadalupe's Mexican Grill is a restaurant located in the Edison Park neighborhood.
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Hall's Kitchen Pizza & Subs
Hall's Kitchen Pizza & Subs serves pizza and sandwiches in the Miami Village neighborhood.
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Ironhand Wine Bar
Ironhand Wine Bar operates as a restaurant in the Edgewater neighborhood.
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LaSalle Grill
LaSalle Grill is a restaurant located in the Monroe Park neighborhood.
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Nick's Patio
Nick's Patio is a restaurant located in the Edison Park neighborhood.
Best Cafés & Coffee in South Bend
19 places · Coffee shops, roasters and casual spots to linger.
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Charron Family Commons
Charron Family Commons is a café located in the Eddy Street Commons neighborhood.
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Decio Cafe
Decio Cafe is a coffee shop located in the Eddy Street Commons neighborhood.
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Ivan's Cafe
Ivan's Cafe is a coffee shop located in the Eddy Street Commons neighborhood.
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The Cat Lady Cafe
The Cat Lady Cafe is a café located in the Monroe Park neighborhood.
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The General Deli & Cafe
The General Deli & Cafe operates as a café in the Edgewater neighborhood.
Best Bars & Nightlife in South Bend
25 places · Cocktail bars, pubs and where the night goes.
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Corby's Irish Pub
Corby's Irish Pub operates as a bar in the Monroe Park neighborhood.
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Evil Czech Brewery
Evil Czech Brewery operates as a bar in the McKinley Terrace neighborhood.
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Bantam Chicken & Seafood
Bantam Chicken & Seafood operates as a bar in the Edison Park neighborhood.
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Brothers Bar & Grill
Brothers Bar & Grill operates as a bar within the Eddy Street Commons neighborhood.
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South Bend Brew Werks
South Bend Brew Werks is a bar located in the Monroe Park neighborhood.
Best Things to Do in South Bend
11 places · Museums, landmarks and the experiences worth your time.
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Children's Museum of South Bend
Located in the Southeast neighborhood, the Children's Museum of South Bend is a local attraction.
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Snite Museum
Located in Eddy Street Commons, the Snite Museum served as the University of Notre Dame's former art museum. It supported faculty teaching and research through programs, lectures, workshops, and exhibitions.
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South Bend Museum of Art
Located in Monroe Park, the South Bend Museum of Art features historical and contemporary works across five galleries. The institution also provides studio instruction for visitors.
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Civil Rights Heritage Center
Located on the Near West Side, the Civil Rights Heritage Center is an institution established by Indiana University South Bend. It serves as a hub for studying and documenting local civil rights history through community involvement.
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Raclin Murphy Museum of Art
The Raclin Murphy Museum of Art is located in the Eddy Street Commons neighborhood.
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The Oliver Mansion
The Oliver Mansion is an attraction located on the Near West Side. This historic site was built for the founders of the Oliver Chilled Plow Works and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
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The Studebaker National Museum
Located on the Near West Side, The Studebaker National Museum displays a variety of automobiles, wagons, carriages, and military vehicles. These exhibits relate to the Studebaker Corporation and other aspects of American history.
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HealthWorks! Kids' Museum
HealthWorks! Kids' Museum is an attraction located in the Monroe Park neighborhood.
Best Shops in South Bend
20 places · Independent boutiques, bookstores and places to browse.
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Bonitas Boutique & Jewelry
Bonitas Boutique & Jewelry operates as a shop in the Westside neighborhood.
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Book Trader College Bookstore
Book Trader College Bookstore is a shop located in the Miami Village neighborhood.
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Hammes BookStore
Hammes BookStore is a shop located in the Eddy Street Commons neighborhood.
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Urban Outfitters
Urban Outfitters operates as a shop within the Eddy Street Commons neighborhood.
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Ali on the Boulevard
Ali on the Boulevard is a shop located in the Edgewater neighborhood.
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Edible Arrangements
Edible Arrangements operates as a shop in the Monroe Park neighborhood.
Best Parks & Outdoors in South Bend
56 places · Green space, gardens and room to breathe.
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Izaak Walton League
The Izaak Walton League serves as a park within the Keller Park neighborhood.
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Mary Gibbard Park
Mary Gibbard Park is a green space located in the River Park neighborhood.
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Southeast Park
Southeast Park is a green space located in the Edgewater neighborhood.
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Phillip St. Clair Park
Phillip St. Clair Park is a green space located in the LaSalle Park neighborhood.
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Walker Field Park
Walker Field Park is a green space located in the Rum Village neighborhood.
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Twyckenham Hills Community Club
Twyckenham Hills Community Club is a park located in the Miami Village neighborhood.
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Belleville Gardens Playground
Belleville Gardens Playground is a park located in the LaSalle Park neighborhood.
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Booth Tarkington Park
Booth Tarkington Park is a green space located in the Edison Park neighborhood.
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