Highest-rated Restaurants for Special Occasions in South Bend, According to Tripadvisor

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Highest-rated restaurants for special occasions in South Bend, according to Tripadvisor

Maybe you've gone to the same restaurant for every special occasion over the last decade. Perhaps your favorite spot shut its doors during the COVID-19 pandemic. Or maybe you're just on the lookout for a new dining experience to celebrate a birthday or anniversary. Whether you're trying to find your way out of a restaurant rut, just moved to your city, or simply want to try somewhere new for your next celebration, finding a new favorite spot can be challenging.

There are lots of components that go into picking the right restaurant for a special occasion. What the ambiance is like, which type of cuisine is served, what dietary restrictions can be accommodated, the price point, and even whether reservations are accepted are important considerations. Whether you're looking for cozy-casual or fine dining, South Bend has a variety of eateries to choose from for your next celebration.

To aid in your search, compiled a list of the highest-rated restaurants in South Bend using rankings from . Tripadvisor rankings factor in the average rating and number of reviews. Some restaurants on the list may have recently closed. Bon appetit!

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#25. Uptown Kitchen

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (243 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: American, Healthy
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 7225 Heritage Square Dr Ste 208, Granger, IN 46530-5646
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#24. Rocky River Tap and Table

- Rating: 4.0 / 5 (172 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: American, Bar
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 1032 E University Dr, Granger, IN 46530-4468
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#23. Red Lobster

- Rating: 3.5 / 5 (89 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (3.5/5), Service (4.0/5), Value (3.5/5), Atmosphere (3.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: American, Seafood
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 3930 N Main ST, Mishawaka, IN 46545
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#22. Villa Macri

- Rating: 4.0 / 5 (119 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.0/5), Service (4.0/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: Italian
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 225 Toscana Park Blvd., Mishawaka, IN 46545
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#21. Ruth's Chris Steak House

- Rating: 4.0 / 5 (182 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.0/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (3.5/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: American, Steakhouse
- Price: $$$$
- Address: 902 E University Dr, Granger, IN 46530-4466
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#20. Hana Yori Of Japan

- Rating: 4.0 / 5 (67 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.0/5), Service (4.0/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: Japanese, Asian
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 3601 Grape Rd, Mishawaka, IN 46545-2753
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#19. Carrabba's Italian Grill

- Rating: 4.0 / 5 (157 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: Italian, Grill
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 210 W Day Rd Btwn Main St & Grape Rd, Mishawaka, IN 46545-1402
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#18. Evil Czech Brewery

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (528 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: Bar, American
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 3703 N Main St, Mishawaka, IN 46545-3111
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#17. Papa Vino's

- Rating: 4.0 / 5 (322 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.0/5), Service (4.0/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: Italian
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 5110 Edison Lakes Pkwy, Mishawaka, IN 46545-1432
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#16. Bonefish Grill

- Rating: 4.0 / 5 (249 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: Seafood, American
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 620 W. Edison Road, Mishawaka, IN 46545
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#15. Sunny Italy Cafe

- Rating: 4.0 / 5 (94 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.0/5), Service (4.0/5), Value (3.5/5), Atmosphere (3.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: Italian
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 601 N Niles Ave, South Bend, IN 46617-1921
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#14. Cinco 5

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (55 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.0/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: Mexican, Thai
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 112 W Colfax Ave, South Bend, IN 46601-1602
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#13. Weiss' Gasthaus

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (77 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.5/5), Atmosphere (3.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: German, European
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 115 N Dixie Way, South Bend, IN 46637-3307
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#12. Crooked Ewe Brewery & Ale House

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (216 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: American, Bar
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 1047 Lincoln Way E, South Bend, IN 46601-3726
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#11. Fiddler's Hearth Public House

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (698 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: Irish, Bar
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 127 N Main St, South Bend, IN 46601-1608
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#10. Woochi Japanese Fusion & Bar

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (153 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: Japanese, Sushi
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 119 N Michigan Street, South Bend, IN 46601-1603
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#9. Legends of Notre Dame

- Rating: 4.0 / 5 (320 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.0/5), Service (4.0/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: American, Bar
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 100 Legends Drive University of Notre Dame, South Bend, IN 46556
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#8. Corndance Tavern

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (448 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (3.5/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: American, Steakhouse
- Price: $$$$
- Address: 4725 Grape Rd, Mishawaka, IN 46545-1315
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#7. Parisi's Ristorante Italiano

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (83 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: Italian
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 1412 S Bend Ave, South Bend, IN 46617-1425
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#6. Carmela's

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (128 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: Italian
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 214 N Niles Ave, South Bend, IN 46617-2728
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#5. Bistro 933

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (196 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.0/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: American, Bar
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 53995 Indiana State Route 933 Hilton Garden Inn, South Bend, IN 46637-3345
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#4. Carriage House Dining Room & Gardens

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (293 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: French, American
- Price: $$$$
- Address: 24460 Adams Rd, South Bend, IN 46628-9678
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#3. Tippecanoe Place Restaurant

- Rating: 4.0 / 5 (556 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.0/5), Service (4.0/5), Value (3.5/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: American
- Price: $$$$
- Address: 620 W Washington St, South Bend, IN 46601-1444
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#2. Cafe Navarre

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (486 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: American, Steakhouse
- Price: $$$$
- Address: 101 N Michigan St, South Bend, IN 46601-1639
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#1. LaSalle Grill

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (556 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.5/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: American, Contemporary
- Price: $$$$
- Address: 115 W Colfax Ave, South Bend, IN 46601-1601
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