Best Small Plates Restaurant South Bend Near Me

M: Drinks are a bit pricey, fine. We ordered the "pub board" for $15. It consisted of two reheated pretzel sticks, 8 microwaved andouille slices, and a cup of microwaved cheap cheese that split. If my wife served me this at home I would applaud her for being clever while cleaning out the fridge. Ill come back for the dog friendly patio but won't be ordering food.

Morgan OGrady: Food: 5/5|Service: 4/5|Atmosphere: 5/5Recommended dishes CabernetMore

Lady D: Kaylee was amazing!

Tim Richards: Great atmosphere and our waitress was friendly and attentive. Food was on point and satisfying.Parking: Parking more by the park!

Toshia Hernandez: We had 5:30 reservations on a Saturday. Service was great, our waiter was very nice. The food was ehhh, my friend got served a salad with no dressing on it, then I was given a cup of pretzels because they had no side to go with my meal because they were out of their potato salad, at 5:30 on a Saturday. Was not offered a discount. I could have had pretzels and a sandwich at home. Our party of 4 was not impressed and would not return. I just felt like we were paying for the atmosphere.

Scott Moyer: Max and KK were excellent! Max made a phenomenal old fashion!!!

Dorian Yoder: What a fun little wine bar... and the max and kk was so friendly.. we will be back..

Doug Reese: Food and drinks were great…our bartender, KK, was amazing. Definitely going back…Recommended dishes Charcuterie, Baked Bourbon Bacon Brie …More

Amy Donaldson: Phenomenal atmosphere and food. Absolutely loved the menu. Music was great. A must try to anyone

Pamela Blackford: Great time and great service. KK was a great server!

Sydney Coil: Kaylee was a great server! Very knowledgeable about what was being served and had great recommendations — atmosphere was fantastic!

Rhonda Blanchard: Kaylee took excellent care of us tonight for Valentine’s Day dinner!!!! The tres leches cake was phenomenal!!! Thanks for having us!!!

Pascual Lopez: With a place called the cellar, you figured their reserved list would be better than their regular menu wine.... I think this place was meaning to be something and fell short of it. I must admit they have some good drinks here so kudos for that but have some stellar wine too if you're going to play the image of a wine bar.

Winnie Barefield: Food: 4/5|Service: 5/5|Atmosphere: 5/5More

Tara Patterson: Amazing food, amazing service, amazing atmosphere. Cinnamon apple creme brulee for dessert was AMAZING!Food: 5/5|Service: 5/5|Atmosphere: 5/5 …More

Thoughts & Talks With Kia: This place is nice and has great people that work there. Jessica and KayKay was nice, funny and welcoming. The vibe was great!! Even Justin who told us about the wine (detailed) as we had a complimentary wine tasting. We can’t wait to go back.

Kate Alfrey: We wandered in after walking downtown tonight, and it was an AMAZING meal.The Italian salad was a great size to share for three people and the veggies were super fresh and delicious. We then shared three sandwiches among us, and they were all winners. Unique and classic at the same time and the flavors were absolutely on point. I think the pesto chicken was my favorite, but the steak chimichuri and turkey jam weren't far behind.My one complaint and the reason I dropped a star was because of the sandwich sides. They serve all sandwiches (the predominant menu item) with a side of pretzels. To be clear, I mean like Rold Gold twists, not anything fresh or made in house. While I love the idea of a non-fried side, and I think they would be a great offering among a couple, I have two big issues: 1) they aren't substantive, so they kinda feel like an afterthought on the plate, and 2) they don't really fit the vibe of everything else in the restaurant. Something like a fruit or a bean salad or slaw or something would make a lot more sense and make the entrees a lot more satiating.We will definitely be back to try more of the wines (there is a flight option I have my eye on for maximum sampling) and they have an extensive bruschetta menu that looks delicious.

Allison Lankowicz: The best wine bar in the area. The food is delicious and the owners are wonderful. They even have gluten free food options. Great place to hang out with friends and family!!

Cathy Scholz: Food: 5/5|Service: 5/5|Atmosphere: 5/5Recommended dishes Mediterranean Board Appetizer, Charcuterie, Steak Chimichurri SandwichMore

John Grcich: Second time in a week; awesome. Split tasty shareable and creative salad; great value for two people….friendly folks, good service. GO!

Lyndale Mullet: Great restaurant. It was all good

Zack: Food: 4/5|Service: 4/5|Atmosphere: 4/5More

Alysia Boehner: Small but mighty! What a great menu and quality of food! We will be back!

Jocelyn Sandoval: One of my best friends and I stumbled upon this hidden gem and definitely did not regret it. It was both our first time & I couldn’t express enough how much I loved the atmosphere, the drinks & we were informed the menu is changed daily. The Chef, Vince, made a special appearance and asked how everything tasted & I absolutely appreciated him for doing so. The artichoke & jalapeño dip was the best dip I ever had as well as their grapefruit margarita. I also tried Venison for the first time & it was perfect!! Lastly for dessert, we got the Lemon bar cake & it was sooo delicious!! By far one of my top favorite restaurants!

David Sconyers: Had a vegetable risotto here that was absolutely phenomenal. Cute, hip atmosphere and a cozy vibe that deserves a look. The daily rotating menu just means the opportunity for great food is always there. Highly recommend.

Karen Haun: Food is always delicious & different. I love that the menu changes often. Beautiful old fire stationRecommended dishes Roasted Brussels and Bacon, Cauliflower Burger, Salmon and Pasta …More

Keith Fry: My wife and I dined there last night. Our first and last visit. We arrived at 430 Friday and were the first customers. Jay, our server, was quite pleasant and helpful. We ordered two shareables to start, Brussels sprouts and a Brie apple pastry. Normally, I wouldn’t complain about sub par flavors but being touted as made from scratch, coupled with the price, we were underwhelmed. We told Jay at the onset that we liked Rose Lily ( another fine dining establishment in South Bend), to which he replied people compare no. 6 with them. Well, I can’t believe that at all. The sprouts were par boiled to sogginess and although the pastry was top notch, the Brie seemed missing. I ordered the 55.00, 16oz bone in ribeye, medium rare, as an entree and nearly flung my plate from the table attempting to cut in. I’m dead serious. It was the toughest steak I’ve ever put a knife to. Further, the marbling was sinew and impossible to cut through. The flavor indicated to me that there was absolutely no aging involved as the toughness was leathery and the only flavors came from the butter, salt and pepper. A1 wouldn’t improve this steak.Feeling ashamed, (my own inadequacy), I attempted to eat about half before asking to have the chef attempt to cut it. The server, upon return said the owner cut it with the chefs kitchen knife and didn’t see my difficulty. Go figure. That told me all I needed to know about why there are bad and mixed reviews here. They did offer a New York strip to which I politely declined.Now, why this review? They did not take the meal off, but only 16.50. This set me to thinking about how nearsighted the owner of this establishment is. The meal was 150.00 plus with the 16.50 taken off and I would have given them another 150.00 try in the future to give them a chance at redemption.But that will not happen now.I won’t be a sucker but once.

Kathy Nguyen: Super lowkey place with a cute cozy atmosphere and friendly staff. Food and drinks were as amazing as it looks. My party of 6 definitely had a good time!I got the Kansas City Steak and it was cooked a perfect medium rare! The mashed potatoes and asparagus were also stars of the dish.Parking: Street parking but there were plenty of space

Edward Stech: Food: 5/5|Service: 5/5|Atmosphere: 5/5More

Kerigan Bermani: Owners and staff were all very kind, and attentive. The food was delicious! I ordered their land option of the day which was a roasted eggplant on rice with a yogurt sauce and other veggies. It was very good and food sensitivity-friendly. Definitely recommend supporting this local business!

ghgordon83: Good food and great atmosphere.Food: 5/5|Service: 5/5|Atmosphere: 5/5 …More

Heather Dudeck: This place has the best food in town! Cozy place! Will be back again!

Katy Harris: The food and drinks were delicious and the chef even came to our table and asked how everything tasted. Wonderful experience. We’ll definitely be back.

John L: Good foodVegetarian options: YesParking: Small parking area

Kevin McQuillen: Great food and service on a crazy busy night before a big game! The chef did an incredible job, everything so tasty!!

Eli Cantu: The food here is amazing!!Kid-friendliness: 21+ onlyParking: Small but appropriate for the restaurants size.

David Beke: All the dishes were excellent so far, accompanied with a very friendly and fast service even at busy times.The place is very cosy, however the tables are a little bit small.

June Hidde: I had cheesy eggs. They were good. Service was very goodWould definitely recommend. Small dinning area, make a reservation.

Vicki Preston: Food and service were awesome! Will definitely come back. Our waitress really went above and beyond!

Elisa Mesecar: Excellent food friendly staff

GASMASK NEEDED: Has food, roof and people to give foodFood: 5/5|Service: 5/5|Atmosphere: 5/5Recommended dishes One Topping Pizza Dietary restrictions accommodated Vegetarian Recommendation for vegetarians Somewhat recommend Vegetarian offerings Not sure …More

Amanda Winn: We sat outside and it was absolutely beautiful. Angel was our server. She was one of the better servers I have ever had. They have great pizza and options for vegans.Food: 5/5|Service: 5/5|Atmosphere: 5/5 …More

Darren Mackey: Fantastic food and terrific service. The chefs are very creative. Dishes and flavors you won't find anywhere else!Food: 5/5|Service: 5/5|Atmosphere: 5/5 …More

Paul Haynes: Food: 3/5|Service: 4/5|Atmosphere: 3/5More

John Henry: Always reliable and comparable to top urban pizza spots

John Lawson: Good cheeseburger cool place to eat

Karen Demske: Awesome food and great service!Food: 5/5|Service: 5/5|Atmosphere: 5/5 …More

Robert Levin: Great pizzaFood: 5/5|Service: 5/5|Atmosphere: 4/5 …More

Debs Wallner: Food: 5/5|Service: 5/5|Atmosphere: 5/5Recommended dishes Green Goat PizzaMore

J F: Food: 4/5|Service: 5/5|Atmosphere: 5/5Recommended dishes More

Mark K.: Get the 'ZA you won't regret itFood: 5/5|Service: 5/5|Atmosphere: 5/5Recommended dishes Margherita Pizza …More

Phillip McCloskey: Place is chill, good place to grab a pizza. I wish they had more burgers on the menu. The pasta was good.Recommended dishes Rigatoni Chicken Pasta …More

Kaay Kaay: Food: 5/5|Service: 5/5|Atmosphere: 4/5More

Tyler Wardrop: The Spicy Chicken Sammy was absolutely terrific. I highly recommend it if you like a little spice. They also have a great bourbon and tequila selection at the bar. They seemed to be short staffed, but that was the only shortcoming.Food: 5/5|Service: 4/5|Atmosphere: 4/5 …More

Sabrina Khan: Food: 5/5|Service: 5/5|Atmosphere: 3/5Recommended dishes Rigatoni Chicken PastaMore

Alissa Williford: The Chicken & Biscuits were amazing!!Food: 5/5|Service: 4/5|Atmosphere: 5/5Parking space Plenty of parking Parking options Free parking lot, Free street parking …More

geet kaur: You will get yelled at ; unless you pay 20% or more tip to Charles M. I took my kids and their few friends to eat there. Total Bill was $150.00 and I paid 10% tip. I was yelled at ,and insulted in front of kids for little tip. But the food was good for sure. I want to go back for the food but I fear because I don’t want to yelled again.

Nova pruznak: Amazing atmosphere great area pizza was great! Parking isn't best but you are downtownFood: 5/5|Service: 5/5|Atmosphere: 5/5Recommended dishes One Topping Pizza …More

nathan day: Great hand crafted cocktails lovely atmosphere

Marcus Newton: Great drinks and a great place to have conversations with people including staff! It was very welcoming!

Spencer T: Make sure to bring your sock hat and ironic jacket, as it does have a bit of a hipster vibe but the staff are very friendly and the place is clean and centrally located

Jerry Roberts: Great drinks.

Austin Simmons: Great drinks and amazing steak street tacos!

Pascual Lopez: This is the place to visit. Do not lose your jaw when you walk in because the amount of whiskey they have is intense. The pricing for the drinks and whiskey are fair and reasonable. It is easy to spend over $100 here regularly because every time you go, they have more rare treats. Was able to have some whiskeys I have been searching for at a retail cost and not price gouging. Hammer & Quill is the bees' knees.

Mark Schurr: Great drinks and atmosphere. Good snacks too.

AnonymousDog: Top notch aesthetic and service. Get top shelf options here. Tapas are light, tasty, premium ingredients.

Michelle Walters: Attentive and knowledgeable staff. Had an enjoyable and relaxed experience and a good quality cocktail.

Gerard Welling: They know how to mix a drink.

Jeff Hiatt: Best kept secret in South Bend!! Great vibe, great staff, and great whiskey selection, reasonably priced.

Suzanne Thomas: Fun cocktails. Friendly good service. Limited eats menu. Mainly small plates. Indoor and outdoor seating.

Barb Pietraszewski: Fantastic drinks and a great atmosphere!

Christopher Kueppers: Great little place with a great environment. They have cool plans for what they want to do with the place, they have awesome service, they're welcoming, and they're personable people. They're always trying out new recipes, so there's always something awesome and new to try. Plus, if you want to reserve the place for a whole event you can! This will become a regular place for me. I highly recommend them for a great night.Update: they have actually improved since my last review! They have more drinks, a bigger menu for food, and are constantly becoming faster, more personable, and just... better! When I thought it seemed like a place that was constantly going to scale itself in an upwards direction, I wasn't wrong. And I'm looking forward to seeing what else they're capable of in the future, including catering for events! Not even joking, they can do that!

fernando izaguirre: Had a great time with my date. I don’t usually order tacos but when I do, it’s from a Mexican restaurant or a taco truck, so decided to give them a try here and they were amazing!!! Had a great time!!

amanda havens: Mike is awesome!

Gary Hepting: Owner is awesome. Had a couple of really good local IPAs at this place. Really cool vibe

Spencer Felix: This was our second stop on a DTSB food and drink tour on Saturday night. We sat outside so we could hear the music festival coming from Howard Park.The drinks were excellent. We did not order food however it smelled amazing. The staff was very polite and attentive. However they were not well versed in their menus.I am looking forward to going back to eat and try some of there food.

John Bratcher: Best Old Fashion I've had in town.

Jered Spansell: Drinks were decent. Charcuterie board was great. Tacos were good also.