Bruno&#x27;s Pizza Downtown

Stopped by for lunch as I was passing through from Kentucky to Michigan. Really glad I did!…read more The sandwich was great. I did the Sandwich of the Day. You just answer a few questions about your preferences and they make something based on what is on hand. I ended up with a spicy onion and ham sandwich. Very tasty! They also had a bunch of cheese samples. I liked what I tried so much that I simply had to grab a few things. The staff was super friendly and accommodating. Several regulars came in while I ate and I can see why. I only wish I lived closer!

This is a great local deli style restaurant. The staff is nice helpful and polite. The food is…read morealways good. It's a great spot to pick up a charcuterie spread for entertaining, some spreads or dips, or a sandwich and drink to go. Solid local lunch choice.

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Fatbird

4.1(221 reviews)

0.2 mi

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.

Interior seating

Meals to be shared.

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The LOVE LETTER cocktail.

The General Deli & Cafe

4.5(80 reviews)

0.4 mi

I really liked The General for a solid brunch with friends. The interior was very clean, and the…read morebaristas were very kind. I didn't have anything to eat so I cannot speak for the food, but the coffee was delicious! I got the seasonal latte (forgetting the name now, but it was orange flavored), and it was super unique and yummy! I will say that I think this is the type of cafe where you meet friends and chat vs. do work-- it gets a little loud. It was a really cute and communal vibe, just bring headphones if you plan to get work done!

Cute shop with a great vibe, busy at 1:30 on a Tuesday. I will return again to try their coffee…read morebut I had had enough caffeine for that day. I ordered the chicken pesto panini and a cookie to go. It was honestly just ok. I could barely taste the pesto and felt that the olive tapenade tended to over power the pesto. If you order it I'd suggest one spread vs the other but not both. Cookie was just ok. Next time I'll try something else. Very cute local coffee shop though! Great place to get some work done. Several ppl We're on their laptops.

Street view.

The Dante

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Chicory Cafe

4.1(350 reviews)

0.0 mi

We had a positive experience getting lunch here on Monday. I appreciated that they have gluten-free…read morebread and clearly marked vegetarian options. My Mediterranean sandwich was simple and yet so satisfying - good proportions, flavors, ingredients were fresh and the bread being served toasted transformed this from a cold sandwich to a more enjoyable meal. The chai tea latte truly was delicious - very sweet and rich like a dessert but also a welcome indulgence. The ambiance is New Orleans cabaret lounge turned into coffee and study bar during the day. Very French, very spacious, very comfortable.

Burgers were nasty. They tasted very plain and the bread…read morewas cold. Burgers were not well cooked, and I was very scared of getting sick so I had to throw mine out. In addition, their prices are steep. I would not recommend this place.

Entire menu

Chicken Bacon Ranch Flatbread, Havarti with Bacon Jam Egg Sandwich, traditional baked macaroni

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Macri's Italian Bakery & Trattoria

4.6(140 reviews)

0.4 mi

This place is amazing. Seriously I could hang out here all day. When you walk in it feels like an…read moreItalian place on the east coast (but with much nicer ppl). I'm very impressed at the selection of fresh pasta, sauces and desserts. I had a chicken pesto panini which was huge and delicious. I could only eat half of it. But that's ok because I saved room for cannoli which was amazing. There's a lovely spot for outdoor dining as well. I've been on the hunt for a good pesto sandwich and this place lives up to the hype! I placed a to go order online and it was ready in 15 mins. My only suggestion is wrap the Togo sandwiches in foil so they stay warm.

Let's start with the sweets because honestly, that's still this place's strong suit. I've grabbed…read morecookies and random goodies from the case before, and they've never missed. Today though, I walked in thinking this might be it... my hunt for the best fired pizza in South Bend might finally be over. I saw the giant pizza oven and thought, "yeah, this is about to be serious." So naturally... I stayed for lunch. It was busy, but the self-serve kiosk made ordering easy. I went all in Pepperoni Pizza, Cheesy Garlic Bread, Chicken Noodle Soup, and Shrimp Diavolo. For a packed lunch rush, 15-20 minutes wasn't bad at all. Now... the pizza. I wanted to love it. I really did. But it just didn't show up. It was pretty bland overall, and most of the flavor came from the cupped pepperoni which tasted like something you'd grab off a store shelf. The sauce tried to make a comeback, but it got completely overshadowed. The rest of the food? Honestly solid. The Chicken Noodle Soup hit the spot, and the Shrimp Diavolo was actually really good. So yeah the pizza hunt continues. The oven might look impressive, but it's not ending anyone's search just yet. But the sweets? Still a slam dunk. -The interior was clean and the seating area is large.

Pastries, Baked Goods, Cakes, Coffee and more!

Pastas for every dish

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Dining area

Penn Station East Coast Subs

3.3(48 reviews)

2.5 mi

Great food and service Loved the chicken teriyaki sandwich…read moreThe fries and lemonade were also great!

Great service great service Food is always is great I…read morealways have a great experience when I order at penn station east coast location on south bend ave the lady at the front counter greeted me with smile and hello and a great attitude

Oooh yeah!! Penn's Philly cheese steak loaded with steak, and cheese yum

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Penn's philly cheese steak, with their seasonings and cheese oozing out.

Giuseppe's Italian Street Food

5.0(3 reviews)

1.1 mi

Farmers market booth, side closest to Mishawaka Ave. Easy access through main entrance. Makes fresh…read moreItalian ingredient sandwiches on the spot. Owner was sharing samples. The bread resembles a pita and the sandwiches looked like gyros with meat, cheese, and fresh veggies on top. I tasted one with PROSCUITTO & pesto & peperoncini slices, red onion slices, tomato, lettuce, and black olive slices. It was out of this world good! Owner explained his next step is a food truck. I read about city regs opening up to help feed the hungry lunchtime masses downtown & at busy locations. Hope others stop by the market to experience the wonderful unique creations. I want this guy to succeed so I can keep buying these sandwiches.

Stopped by here while at the farmers market, so glad I did! Exceptionally good sandwich. Very…read morefriendly service and reasonable price, will be back for sure!

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Scoobies

4.3(60 reviews)

3.9 mi

Great lunch place with a big menu and lots of variety. Order at the counter and sit. Our food was…read moredelicious. Perfect fries! Place was clean and the service was friendly. Don't forget the fresh baked goods.

My daughter and I had another wonderful visit to this restaurant on August weekday afternoon…read more We were greeted warmly by the woman behind the bar, and we ordered from a menu at the register and sat down at a table. We both ordered cheeseburgers and fries, I ordered a double cheeseburger, plain, and my daughter chose a single cheeseburger with everything on it. Now I don't order burgers very often but, today I was extremely hungry and they sounded amazing. These burgers came out with buns that were glistening with. I don't know what......I'm going to guess was some kind of magic from heaven lol. This burger was probably the best burger , if not an easy second best burger I've ever had! The bun was toasted on the grill with a delicious buttery taste, I believe it was a brioche bun. The patties were flavorful, And juicy. It goes without saying the quality products that were used when you enjoy this burger! Bonus- this burger was huge!! I couldn't make it through half! The fries are literally perfect as well! Crispy on the outside and soft on the inside. So good! Lunch for two with drinks and a good tip was 30 dollars, which was fair considering we brought home another meal for later with the leftovers! Until next time Scoobies!

Decor

Italian beef

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Cafe Navarre

4.4(476 reviews)

0.1 mi

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We had a large group of 7 on a busy Saturday night and Cafe Navarre handled it with poise,…read moreefficiency and total commitment to our service. Mackensie was our sole menu, fulfillment and busing navigator. She was there at every appropriate and helpful moment without being the slightest overbearing. All of her recommendations from start to finish turned out to be perfect suggestions. The food was great and McKensie was flawless. Who could ask for a better evening? Thank You!

Fantastic food! Laina took us on a culinary adventure tonight with her descriptions and…read morerecommendations, all of which blew us away. 10/10 no notes.

Beautiful and spacious dining room with a light and airy feel and surprisingly quiet despite the tall ceilings.

Peach cheesecake

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Rosado - tequila cocktail

Ray & Al’s

4.9(63 reviews)

15.6 mi

As soon as I walked in, there was a friendly vibe. The person who took my order suggested a…read moresandwich that was amazing and I felt like I was home.

Ray & Al's has a great variety of cold and toasted sandwiches. It's worth the trip to Galien for…read morethe unique flavor combinations and fun sandwich varieties, they even offer a spaghetti sandwich! Prices are moderate, and Michigan chips and assorted beverages are available to accompany the sandwiches. Street parking available and the sandwich shop has indoor seating. Sandwiches are made to order, so be prepared to wait about 10-15 minutes for your order. Definitely worth a try for a unique sandwich experience!

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Interior of Ray & Al's at lunch time on Saturday.

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Bridget S.

13 years ago

Bruno's Pizza in downtown South Bend is and continues to be SAVORY & Satisfying! The staff ALWAYS goes out of their way to make me feel right at home. YUM! YUM! YUM! I will definitely be coming back again soon! BTW: LOVE the GENEROUS amount of tasty toppings. read more

Jay R.

13 years ago

By far the best Brunos in town. Great service, pizza full of toppings, only place to order a "Brunos" pizza. Hands down best pizza in town

Shanae G.

250

9 months ago

Best pizza I've ever had! We were visiting from California and we were looking for good pizza, Bruno's did not disappoint!

Andrew R.

8 years ago

Excellent quality. Always love to get their pizza for parties and youth meetings. Very great service!!!

Patrick P.

4 years ago

Pizza was awesome ! Sauce was super tasty and everything was fresh. I highly recommend

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