What a delghtful evening at Cafe Navarre! The food was outstanding and our waitress, Autumn, was so sweet and helpful. We can't wait to go back. Doug Boquist read more

Great food. Yummy cocktails. Autumn was very attentive. Will be back next year for sure.

The atmosphere was fun, the food was amazing, and our service Autumn was so attentive and pleasant. I'd definitely recommend this to anyone visiting South Bend - Cafe Navarre is absolutely worth a visit! read more

Finished eating at Cafe Navarre for my second time. I must say the service is outstanding especially the waitress autumn, she listened and explained any questions we had. Her knowledge of the establishment and menu was excellent and made us feel comfortable and confident. The ambiance of this restaurant is beyond comforting and romantic. It's just a warm positive atmosphere overall. read more

Food was fresh, delicious and Autumn our server was attentive and friendly. The restaurant has an elevated feel without being stuffy.

Food - 5/5 Service - 5/5 Ambiance - 4.5/5 Value - 4/5 Came here for a birthday dinner and it was exactly what I imagined. There was mood lighting for dinner and all the tables were set. Guests were dressed nicely as well. The waiter gave great recommendations and came to our table multiple times asking if we needed anything. Then the food, wow. I got the osso bucco which was fall off the bone tender. We finished the evening with creme brûlée which was just as good as everything else. read more

We absolutely love this place, most delicious mushroom soup we have ever had. Autumn took such great care of us on Valentine's Day, she's amazing. Also, Matt called me and got us an earlier reservation which we very much appreciate. You cannot go wrong with this romantic, high quality, beautiful, and charming place. read more

Cafe Navarre - High top, in the bar area. My handsome husband on Valentine's Day and that delicious mushroom soup. - Italian Near Me - South Bend, Indiana

One of the best meals I have had in a long time! I was in town for work and the reviews were promising and Cafe Navarre definitely did not disappoint. Upon arriving, I was immediately greeted by the hostess who made a wonderful recommendation on a new wine while I was being seated. My server, Ikraam, was prompt, polite, and attentive throughout the meal. He never missed a beat and I had limited downtime between courses. I failed to take pictures, but the Caesar salad is one of the best that I have ever had. My filet mignon arrived perfectly cooked and seasoned. The asparagus was also the perfect consistency and not over steamed. The mashed potatoes hit the spot too! I was so full that I did not indulge in dessert. I will definitely be back next time I am in town. Thanks for the great service and memorable meal! read more

We always really enjoy coming here! The food is great and our waitress, Autumn, was absolutely awesome! She was so kind, and was super helpful with talking us through the menu! read more

We went to Cafe Navarre a handful of times when it was new and loved it. We moved away in 2011, though, and don't have many opportunities to get back for a nice dinner out. When we made the plans to come to town and take my in-laws out for their 45th wedding anniversary, Cafe Navarre was an easy choice for dinner. At the time I made the reservation, I wasn't aware it was Restaurant Week in South Bend. This worked to our advantage because the restaurant week menu was a highlight reel of Cafe Navarre's best dishes. I started with the French onion soup and could have made a meal of only that. The gruyere was perfectly melted across the dish and the soup was rich and flavorful. The onions are complemented by a hint of sherry; the bread in the soup is fresh and adds a really nice texture. My second course was a shaved Brussels sprouts salad with hard boiled egg and lardon in a green goddess dressing. It was excellent: the bright freshness of the sprouts with the salt of the lardon was a really nice balance and the egg almost served as a neutral place. My main was the filet medallions in a Roquefort cream sauce I'd been eyeing this on the menu for days and then it was on the restaurant week menu and then our server recommended it. OMG. Tender medallions of filet perfect cooked, lightly sauced and on a bed of Dijon and thyme crusted potatoes. It was all so good. We ended with two desserts, a cranberry walnut cheesecake and an apple creme brûlée. Both were really well done. The burnt sugar on the creme brûlée gave the dish a caramel apple flavor that I loved. Our server Cassandra was attentive and personable. She offered sweet attention to my in-laws, making their special night even more special. read more

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The place was recommended by my boss. I had scallops and octopus which was phenomenal. Wish the portion sizes were bigger which means I was wanting to lick the plates. The ale that I ordered was okay. I should've ordered Guinness. Overall great classy place. Friendly bartenders. read more

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John made our evening absolutely enjoyable. His recommendations did not disappoint. Nice atmosphere, reasonable prices.

Very friendly staff. Get the bone marrow for sure. I had the osso buco which was great except I would have preferred it without the black sesame seeds on the outside. I need to have the mushroom soup shipped to me at least once a week somehow read more

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Excellent food and drink. Attention to every detail and taste. The server and manager were very attentive to any needs and my total satisfaction. I'll highly recommend this place! read more

Fantastic restaurant! Came through town for a special occasion and decided to come to Cafe Navarre, we were seated at their beautiful patio dining. Started with soup and salad as starters, super tasty and refreshing! My partner had their sirloin frites and I myself had the lamb shank, both melt in the mouth tender. Finished the lovely meal with an expresso martini, and a butterscotch toffee cheesecake. Overall a 10/10 Our server Autumn went above and beyond, with such great presentation and table side manners. She didn't miss a beat! Ask for her! read more

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My experience at Cafe Navarre was excellent! And my server, John was superb, knowledgeable about the menu, he made sure our table flowed in a timely manner in serving our drinks and food; kept the tables decluttered AND with an attentive, warm and friendly attitude. The food was delicious! Irene read more

The food was delicious and our server was Awesome John was great! He was kind and very passionate about his job.

We had an absolutely great experience at Cafe Navarre. Our server, John was the best host. The service, atmosphere and food was fantastic! It made our ladies' get together memorable. read more

Autumn was an excellent waitress. We were eating an early dinner as we were set to attend the broadway league show "Cher" at the Morris just down the street. She asked and saw that our food was delivered to allow for relaxing time before the theatre. Only my second time eating there but my filet was cooked perfectly and my wife loved the mushroom soup! Loved the "buzz" of the place read more

Café Navarre delivers an exceptional dining experience with immaculate service. Our server, Prince, was friendly and fast, making our meal even more enjoyable. My water glass never went empty, thanks to the attentive staff. The food presentation was stunning, each dish as delicious as it was visually appealing.The atmosphere was relaxed and perfect for a chill evening out. Highly recommend! read more

Great experience! Fantastic food and service. Christian D was our waiter and was awesome. Thank you!

John was our server and how awesome he was. John greeted our party of eight women with a big smile and served us with patience. The food was amazing with nice serving sizes! Everyone from the door to the floor was welcoming both coming and going. Excellent customer focused service. Every time I've patronized Cafe Navarre, I have never been disappointed. read more

Even though we made a reservation,we were seated upstairs and it was pleasant enough but the walkway was narrow where the table was situated so right from the get go, we thought it was better downstairs. The cocktails were good the raspberry one was had by every one at the table and there not a drop left. The pork chop was good I got it medium but it was more well done and the veggie hash was good. The steak sliced could have been warmer my daughter told me it was cold she was thinking about seeing it back but in the end she ate it. It was good and so were the fries but maybe the trip Upstairs Delayed the food And it got cooler than we Are under to. Our server was good and it is nicely decorated. Not sure I will Go Back. read more

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We've been to Cafe Navarre many times and have always had a good dining experience. Last night our server was Autumn M and she was wonderful. Very attentive and very patient when 2 of our party of 7 were a little late. All of our meals arrived piping hot and were delicious. As we have come to expect, both food and service were top notch. Highly recommended if you're looking for fine dining in Michiana. read more

The most delicious meal we've had in a long time! Perfectly seasoned filet mignon, tasty dessert & attentive & friendly staff set within a clean and airy ambiance. We'll definitely return. read more

Just had a delicious dinner and dessert here. We were greeted by Gabby as we walked in the door who is a gracious host. The decor is very inviting. Autumn was our server who very friendly and accomodating. Highly recommend Cafe Navarre. read more

Incredible meal for our anniversary. Our serve Prince was amazing. Starting with a complementary toast for the wife and I to recommendation on our meal selection. His personality was really nice and made us feel so welcomed. Will return and definitely ask for him again. read more

We loved Autumn!!! She was the best. Great service and great food. Super friendly and food came out fast

Food was delicious! Staff was friendly... especially out server Autumn! Great vibe with lighting and soft furnishings!

Really solid food. Only thing I'd like to see more is changes in the menu. This is a solid go-to date night or a meal at their beautiful bar. We've stopped going a bit because the menu has been pretty much the same for many years. That being said, we always love to go to Cafe - and if you've never been....It's a must-see!!! read more

My mom and I stopped in for a couple drinks and appetizers after work. It's been quite a few years since I have been here. When we walked in the two ladies at the just stand were very kind. We sat at the bar where AJ took the best care of us. He happily answered all our questions, we very kind and attentive. I highly recommend anyone stopping in to sit at the bar with AJ, you will not regret it! He also helped reunite me with a rum I love but had forgotten the name of. Thanks so much AJ. Lastly the management that ran my good was super professional and made sure we were enjoy our expierence. The food was great as usual. I had the icecream with espresso and baileys for dessert and you have to try it! I will be going back more often. read more

Food, drink, service and ambiance are all top-shelf. Consistently great experience when I stop in.

Outstanding dining experience. We had the salmon, seabass, steak and bolognese. Every dish was 10/10. Autumn provided an exemplary service from start to finish. She was so good to our kids and would be one of the main reasons why we would come back. Thank you Autumn and Cafe Navarre for a wonderful dinner. read more

Fantastic place to eat if you can even get in. The filet mignon is fork tender and the crème brûlée is perfect it has that glass crack crunch on top and the perfect creamy consistency don't even get me started on the best French onion soup in town and possibly anywhere I always order it read more

I came here with my girlfriend for our anniversary and had a really nice time. The food was delicious - I got steak frites (mega yum) and my girlfriend got risotto (maybe even better my frites honestly). Also the drinks were very good and to be honest I'm a total baby when it comes to cocktails. Not a refined pallette here by any measure, and I thoroughly enjoyed. Pics below :) read more

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Words and pictures won't do justice to how great this place is but I'll give it a try. I picked this place when I was in South Bend for business after a long day on the road. I quickly picked something downtown while I was at my last break about an hour away. They have a reasonable but not overly complicated wine selection. I started with a glass of red before dinner. I ordered the duck and risotto which were exceptional. The skin was perfectly crisp and the meat fell off the bone as soon as the fork touched it. The risotto was very creamy and had a great texture. The locals at the bar were great to talk to and the service was exceptional from the staff. I will definitely be back and will bring some friends next time. read more

Imagine the results of walking into a higher end restaurant at lunch time in jeans and a sweatshirt. Café Navarre is located in the heart of South Bend, IN and is a lunch hot spot for successful business people in the area. Walking in, I was greeted by a very professional host and by request, I was seated at the bar. The first thing my eyes caught was the Woodford Reserve logo then the sight of amazing craft beers on tap, including New Holland Dragons Milk, and great top shelf liquors. Before I could see anymore, I was greeted by Lauren, my bartender. I started my time with a Woodford Reserve Double Oaked Bourbon up. As I sipped on the nicely chilled, smooth, oaky bourbon, I took in the beauty of the building. With its two-story open setting and the lighting that was set up, I can only assume it is beautiful in the evening. The dining room was set with high end furniture, private booths, and an old world, meets big city feeling. At the strong advice of Lauren, I ordered the Wagyu Beef Burger. Instead of the potato choices I ordered the vegetable of the day, Haricots Vert (thin French Green Beans). At first the cost scared me, only $12 for a Wagyu beef? She assured me that it was a good quality and quantity. I am so glad I trusted her because it was astounding. The mid-rare cook came out great and my first bite was delightful. Imagine a nicely toasted Brioche Bun with garlic butter, a 5 or 6 ounce perfectly cooked Wagyu Beef patty, aged cheddar melted on top with shredded lettuce, thick cut bacon, Balsamic-confit onions and an Herb Aioli. I took one small bite at a time to make it last. The burger was already ranking with the best lunches that I have had recently, but when I tried the Haricot Vert, they were a standalone highlight. They were perfect al dente and the seasoning was spot on. Having started a foodie conversation with Lauren, I sat around for a while, in my jeans and sweatshirt, as many well-dressed professionals came and went. I left feeling satisfied and feeling like I was wearing a suit and tie. Not only were the staff all amazing, the customers were all regulars that loved Café Navarre and I talked with many of them. If you want to be treated well and have an amazing meal, take a journey downtown South Bend. You will be glad you did. Review: Food: 9/10 (the balsamic-confit onions were greasy: confit?) Cost versus Quality: 10/10 ($12 Burger / $14 Bourbon) Presentation: 7/10 (A missed opportunity) Service: 10/10 (Thank you Lauren) Atmosphere and Ambiance: 10/10 (I can't wait to see it in the evening) Total: 4.6/5 = 5 Stars read more

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Had dinner at Cafe Navarre on Sunday. Waitress Autumn was great. Would recommend anything there, but loved the Beet Salad and Osco Bocco. Sherri read more

From apps through finale, everything was beautifully made and presented. The lobster gnocchi was drool-worthy. I ate way too much bread with every course! Hello pesto butter that I didn't know I needed in my life! Can we talk about the mushroom soup? It might be the best thing I've ever had. Ever. The Amish chicken was perfection. Moist. Tender. Crusty skin. We forgot to ask what makes it Amish. We don't really care. If I had one complaint...and I don't because that mushroom soup makes up for everything that's wrong in the world...it would be that the romaine needed to be rinsed better because it tasted of the bitter, white sap that comes from rougher manhandling during shipping. It's not the restaurants fault, but a thorough rinse will make the taste more pleasant. The mule (euphoria) and the cranberry Prosecco (a few good dreams) were extremely tasty. Though, the latter gave me heartburn that burned with a fury hotter than the 13th layer of hell. That's a me problem, not a problem with the drink (but dose up beforehand if cranberry is your jam and heartburn your Achilles heel...it was definitely worth it)! And, again, mushroom soup. The restaurant is set in a beautiful space with large windows, an intricate ceiling, and each table was immaculately set. Our server was beyond reproach--knowledgeable, professional, witty, and adorable. She, alone, would shove the restaurant into ten of five stars range. Thank you for a wonderful meal and romantic date night! read more

Great place and food! Server talked me in to the mushroom soup she said everybody comes Just for the soup. The soup I agree was very tasty. We ordered filet mignon which came with mashed potatoes, asparagus and two carrot slices. It was very tasty and cooked to perfection. The service was excellent and highly suggest reservations it is a very busy place. read more

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