Cafe Navarre

Name: Cafe Navarre
Address: 101 N. Michigan St, South Bend, IN, United States, 46601
Telephone: (574) 968-8101
Price range: $31 to $50
Rating: 4.8

4.8 (2861)

$31 to $50

American

101 N. Michigan St, South Bend, IN 46601

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2 people

Jul 5, 2025

8:00 PM

Booked 12 times today

About this restaurant

Good for special occasions
Charming
Fancy

Specializing in modern American cuisine, fresh seafood, and USDA prime steaks, Cafe Navarre is celebrating its 12th year in historic downtown South Bend. Located in a bank building in the heart of our city with the fusion of Old World architecture, natural light, and the contemporary furnishings. Join us for dinner or enjoy a cocktail in our bar or on our outdoor patio.

As a locally owned establishment, we strive for excellence in producing and serving the finest cuisine. We are excited to provide you with top-shelf service, world-class recipes, as well as local and fresh ingredients. Every part of your experience at Cafe Navarre is important to us, right down to the last detail.

Café Navarre brings you modern American cuisine with European influences, distinguished by its simplicity, flavor, and respect for ingredients. Cafe Navarre offers fresh seafood and steaks, along with dishes created with seasonal elements from local farms that are unmistakable in flavor and quality.

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
American, Seafood, Steakhouse
Hours of operation
Dinner Mon–Wed 4:00 pm–9:30 pm Thu 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–10:30 pm Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm
Phone number
(574) 968-8101
Website
http://www.cafenavarre.co/
Payment options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
Chris Janowsky
Private party facilities
Cafe Navarre has 3 private dining rooms available with seating capacity from 14 to 24 in each room.
Delivery & takeout
Order direct

Location
101 N. Michigan St, South Bend, IN 46601
Neighborhood
South Bend
Cross street
Washington
Parking details
There are several parking spaces along the corner of Michigan, Washington, as well as a parking garage along the corner of Colfax and Main Street.
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Popular dishes

arancino$6.00
mozzarella, puttanesca, parmesan reggiano
spiedino$8.00
green circle chicken thigh, piccata aioli, meyer lemon
crostini$6.00
pickled alici, grilled ciabatta, caesar, parmesan reggiano, shaved bottarga
bruschetta$6.00
grilled ciabatta, heirloom tomato, basil pesto, parmesan reggiano
shrimp cocktail$3.50
citrus poached, bloody mary cocktail sauce, lemon, horseradish
warm marinated olives$8.00
orange, garlic, basil, honey, red wine vinegar

ANTIPASTI

for the table

meatballs$16.00
san marzano tomato, fromage blanc, grilled ciabatta
smoked salmon dip$17.00
sesame, poppy seed, smoked trout roe, chive, garlic naan
prince edwards island mussels$17.00
white wine, san marzano tomato brodo, garlic, grilled ciabatta
burrata$20.00
cantaloupe, smoking goose capicola, basil, balsamic, grilled ciabatta

ZUPPE & INSALATE

soup & salad

wild mushroom soup$9.00
sherry, hazelnuts, creme fraiche, chives
french onion soup$8.00
beef broth, red wine braised onion, gruyere, toasted baguette
navarre$11.00
baby greens, hooks gorgonzola, candied walnut, green apple, white balsamic
caesar$12.00
baby romaine, sartori sarvecchio parmesan, lemon croutons, caesar dressing
chopped italian$12.00
iceberg, tomato, mozzarella, garbanzo bean, genoa salami, pepperoncini, red wine vinaigrette
panzanella$12.00
fava bean, caciocavallo cheese, ciabatta

vegetables

grilled artichoke$16.00
prosciutto, parmesan, pearl onion
roasted fingerlings$16.00
capriole goat cheese, peruvian pearl peppers, lemon vinaigrette
grilled haricot verts$12.00
garlic, parmesan, shallot, capers, picatta aioli
brussels sprouts$20.00
burrata con solo latte pugliese, fried shallot, aged balsamic
truffle french fries$16.00
truffle aioli, parmesan, parsley, chive

PASTA

house made & imported

potato gnocchi con fonduta$36.00
four cheese fondue, black truffle, chive
tagliatelle alla bolognese$32.00
san marzano tomato, veal, pork, beef
spaghetti alla chitarra with meatballs$30.00
san marzano tomato, parmesan reggiano
rigatone alla amatriciana$29.00
smoking goose pancetta, pecorino
cacio e pepe$32.00
9 month pecorino, tellicherry black peppercorn, green peppercorn

PESCE & VERDURE

fish & vegan

whole grilled branzino$37.00
lemon ash, crema, romesco couscous, preserved meyer lemon
grilled faroe island salmon$37.00
fennel, golden raisins, caper, marcona almond, bagna càuda sauce
cioppino$49.00
scallop, lobster, shrimp, mussels, clams, chive oil
shiitake$27.00
emperor’s genmaicha mushroom tea, carrot, wild rice

CARNE

meats

pork tenderloin saltimbocca$36.00
prosciutto di parma, mozzarella di bufala, marsala, shiitake, sage
beef osso bucco$45.00
risotto, boursin, shiitake, cremini & oyster mushrooms
green circle chicken breast$35.00
taleggio creamed spinach, fingerling potato, artichoke
rack of lamb scottadito$45.00
orzo, basil pesto, salsa verde
filet mignon caprese$49.00
mozzarella di bufala, cherry tomato, aged balsamic
steak frites$44.00
michigan craft flank steak, kennebec truffle fries, bonemarrow jus
the BURGER$24.00
secret sauce, onion soubise, pickles, brioche bun, american cheese, kennebec fries, 90s ketchup

What 2,861 people are saying

Cafe Navarre reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.8

4.8 based on recent ratings

4.7Food
4.9Service
4.8Ambience
4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

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South Bend
Best Overall
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Best Food
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Best Service
South Bend
Best Ambiance
South Bend
Innovative
South Bend
Healthy
South Bend
Hot spot
South Bend
Great for fine wines
South Bend
Romantic
South Bend
Good for special occasions
South Bend
Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Cafe Navarre in South Bend is celebrated for its "creative and delicious food" and "terrific personal service." Guests rave about the "huge wine selection" and the "wonderful dining experience." The atmosphere is "upscale yet comfortable," with a noise level "conducive to conversation." Autumn, a standout server, consistently provides "attentive and fantastic" service.

2,861 Reviews

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Jo Ann
New York City2 reviews
3.0
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Cafe Navarre is a great place to dine with friends. The food is generally excellent. I went for the Pasta Wednesday Special $25/person. My three friends loved it. I thought the salad was a bit skimpy but tasty. I did not care for the taste of the bolognese as it was a bit sweet for my taste. We had two baskets of bread. The Aperol Spritzers were perfect. I would not choose the prix fixe pasta dinner, but I would like to try one of the other pasta offerings. Always great service!
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Dave
Orlando / Central Florida East3 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Food was delicious and interesting dishes to chose from. Our server "Prince" was very attentive and helpful in making our selections
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Deb
Chicago / Illinois1 review
4.0
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Overall experience was terrific. Great food, attentive service, beautiful building and ambience, the only reason I did not give 5 stars is because I thought the menu was a bit limited.
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Michael
Indiana1 review
5.0
Dined on June 26, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great service. Great food. Great time. We will be back. That’s all need be said.
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HJD85
Virginia2 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 23, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Do not miss this place if you are in South Bend! Creative and delicious food, terrific personal service, nice atmosphere and decor, huge wine selection.
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John
Mobile4 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 22, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Having missed our flight in South Bend, we found ourselves little to do for the day while waiting to go home. Discovering that Cafe Navarre was walking distance from our hotel, we made a reservation in hopes of finding a great meal. It was absolutely superb. Service impeccable. Food incomparable. Ambiance balanced, upscale, yet comfortable for the last minute appearance. Noise level unbelievably conducive to having a conversation. Was actually able to have the entire dinner without once having to ask for a repeat even though restaurant was moderately busy. We haven't dined elsewhere in South Bend since we were visiting from out of state, but it would be hard to imaging that you could do better in South Bend, or Indiana for that matter.
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Jim
Indiana1 review
5.0
Dined on June 14, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Spectacular food and service Alway good but now better than ever!
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Brent
Indiana4 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 13, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This was our first time here. I picked this place based on the fact that it was within walking distance to our hotel and to our venue at the Morris Performing Arts Center and also because it got great Yelp reviews. Upon check in the front desk person asked us what brought us into the area. When I told him we were in for a show and I got reservations at Cafe Navarre he said that was an excellent choice. We stated with the smoke salmon, a very tasty and light spread served with warm goat bread and was an excellent start to the dinner. My wife and I split the lamb, which was more than enough for us with the app and wanting desert. It was cooked perfect, pink I. The middle and oh so tender. We finished dinner with the Crème Brûlée and expresso gelato with a cup of Cappuccino. All so very good. Do not hesitate to eat at this place, you won’t be disappointed. Heather was out server, she was prompt and polite, with check ins on how things were progressing without being overbearing or pushy.
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Gary VIP
Chicago / Illinois90 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 12, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Cafe Navarre is an excellent upscale dining option. Awesome setting, great food and drink including extensive wine list. And service is top notch. We truly enjoyed an early, midweek dinner. And will return.
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Jonathan
San Francisco Bay Area10 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 10, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had Muchroom soup, Cesar salad, Branzino, Lamb, Artichoke and Gelato. From beginning to end the food was inventive, delicious, and artfully presented. We had a booth by the window; there are high tops up front by the ba rand outside sidewalk seating. Service and ambience were superb. We came at 4:30 on a weekday so it was quiet and we found street parking in front. We will be back when we want fine dining.
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FAQs

Cafe Navarre offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (574) 968-8101.

Cafe Navarre is rated 4.8 stars by 2861 OpenTable diners.

Cafe Navarre does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

Jul 5, 2025

8:00 PM

Booked 12 times today

101 N. Michigan St, South Bend, IN 46601

Additional information

Cross street
Washington
Neighborhood
South Bend
Hours of operation
Dinner Mon–Wed 4:00 pm–9:30 pm Thu 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–10:30 pm Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
American, Seafood, Steakhouse
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
There are several parking spaces along the corner of Michigan, Washington, as well as a parking garage along the corner of Colfax and Main Street.
Payment options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Chris Janowsky
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine
Delivery & takeout
Order direct

Website
http://www.cafenavarre.co/
Phone number
(574) 968-8101
Private party facilities
Cafe Navarre has 3 private dining rooms available with seating capacity from 14 to 24 in each room.

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Cafe Navarre

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About this restaurant

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Pork Chop

french onion soup

Risotto

SPUNTINI

arancino$6.00

spiedino$8.00

crostini$6.00

bruschetta$6.00

shrimp cocktail$3.50

warm marinated olives$8.00

ANTIPASTI

meatballs$16.00

smoked salmon dip$17.00

prince edwards island mussels$17.00

burrata$20.00

ZUPPE & INSALATE

wild mushroom soup$9.00

french onion soup$8.00

navarre$11.00

caesar$12.00

chopped italian$12.00

panzanella$12.00

vegetables

grilled artichoke$16.00

roasted fingerlings$16.00

grilled haricot verts$12.00

brussels sprouts$20.00

truffle french fries$16.00

PASTA

potato gnocchi con fonduta$36.00

tagliatelle alla bolognese$32.00

spaghetti alla chitarra with meatballs$30.00

rigatone alla amatriciana$29.00

cacio e pepe$32.00

PESCE & VERDURE

whole grilled branzino$37.00

grilled faroe island salmon$37.00

cioppino$49.00

shiitake$27.00

CARNE

pork tenderloin saltimbocca$36.00

beef osso bucco$45.00

green circle chicken breast$35.00

rack of lamb scottadito$45.00

filet mignon caprese$49.00

steak frites$44.00

the BURGER$24.00

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