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Carmela's at Macri's, South Bend, IN

Carmela's at Macri's

4.7
4.7
963 Reviews
$30 and under
Italian
Our authentic Italian restaurant is full of Italian classics inspired by Carmela herself. Enjoy rich Italian favorites like homemade lasagna, chicken marsala and lake perch. Relax over a hearty meal of spaghetti and arancini or enjoy chicken parmigiana, one of our old world selections. Located right next door to our very own Macri's Italian Bakery, save room for an exquisite dessert selection! Open since 1978 and ran by the same family for 45 years. Join us at our one and only location Downtown South Bend, for the best authentic Italian!

Make a reservation

2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 13 times today
Experiences are available.

Additional information

  • Dining style

    Casual Elegant

  • Cuisines

    Italian, Dessert, Meat

  • Hours of operation

    Dinner Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–9:00 pm

  • Phone number

    (574) 280-4824

  • Payment options

    AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Dress code

    Casual Dress

  • Executive chef

    Carmela Macri

  • Catering

    Carmela's offers elegant catering selections for your special occasions and business meetings so your Italian favorites can meet you where you are! To request a Carmela's catering order or to set up a catering consultation, please call 574.280.4824.

  • Private party facilities

    Carmela's hosts private events for all occasions! From rehearsal dinners to Holiday parties and even weddings Carmela's is the perfect spot to celebrate. We accommodate large parties and our unique presentation and attention to detail will make your celebration truly memorable.

  • Neighborhood

    South Bend

  • Cross street

    Colfax and Lasalle

  • Parking details

    Street Parking is available on Niles Ave. as well as parking directly across the street on Niles Ave. Private parking lot for Carmela's customers only is also available and located off of Hill Street near our bakery entrance.

  • Additional

    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Southern Italian Wine Dinner

    $100.00 per person

    Multiple dates available
    BOOK ON OUR WEBSITE. SPOTS AVAILABLE. Book your spot today for our first ever wine dinner on Wednesday, June 21st 2023. Book and reserve at www.carmelassouthbend.com/winedinner

Popular dishes

What 963 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.6Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Indiana

    Best Value

  • Indiana

    Italian

  • South Bend

    Best Overall

  • South Bend

    Best Food

  • South Bend

    Best Service

  • South Bend

    Best Ambiance

  • South Bend

    Best Value

  • South Bend

    Good for groups

  • South Bend

    Neighborhood gem

  • South Bend

    Great for fine wines

  • South Bend

    Romantic

  • South Bend

    Good for special occasions

  • South Bend

    Most Booked

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  1. OpenTable Diner

    Detroit

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    overall4food5service3ambience5
    The food was great but it seemed like our server hardly came to our table. The other servers always seemed to be around and attentive so not sure what happened with ours. Had to wait a long time to order our food, and she never checked on how the food was once it arrived
  2. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great service and food -
  3. MonicaI

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Amazing visit with my family for Mother's day. Everything was perfect and Carmella's family really make you feel at home!
  4. frNorfolk

    Chicago

    2 reviews

    2.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall2food3service1ambience3
    Way over-priced Mother's Day Brunch, especially for who the owner is. Not much selection and poor layout.
  5. LindsayR

    Indiana

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We enjoyed the Mother’s Day brunch at Carmela’s. I was very impressed! The food was great with a good variety of high quality breakfast and lunch items. I especially enjoyed the crepes, waffles with blueberries and homemade whipped cream, and cannolis. All restaurant staff were incredibly friendly and just added to the wonderful experience that we had.
  6. Kristin

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 13, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    We went there with a party of 8 for my daughters grad. Both sets of grandparents with us the oldest 93. We were sat in a corner round table and we were able to talk easily and service and food was very good. Nobody left hungry that’s for sure.
  7. EMiller

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 13, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We ate at Carmella's for our anniversary. The calamari was fresh, the goat cheese stuffed mushrooms were divine. Service was exceptional, he was attentive but not smothering and knowledgeable about the menu and drinks. The eggplant parmigiana was perfect. So hard to get eggplant cooked right. The pollo involtini melted in my mouth. I would definitely return!!! Thank you for making our anniversary special.
  8. WilliamC

    Cincinnati

    3 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on May 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Terrific restaurant Great service great food. Enjoy
  9. James

    Grand Rapids

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on May 10, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Kaitlin provided impeccable service. The food was absolutely delicious. The ambiance of the restaurant was perfect for a great evening of food and conversation.
  10. DennisO

    Cleveland

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 10, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We could not speak more highly of our experience at Carmela’s. We had reservations for four to celebrate the graduation of a family friend from IUSB. Because of traffic issues at the graduation the graduate ran late and asked if he could bring three additional friends. Running near closing time the whole wait and kitchen staff preformed extraordinarily and made our dinner a night to remember. We were most appreciative and will make Carmela’s the required stop whenever in South Bend.
  11. zialia

    Chicago

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on May 6, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Amazing lobster ravioli. Salad fresh and tasty. Wine was very good. We always enjoy Carmela’s. It our favorite restaurant in South Bend and a family favorite.
  12. MichaelK

    Atlanta Metro

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 4, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We celebrated our 49rh wedding anniversary. Everything was perfect. A private table was very nice. Food was great. Service was great. We will be returning and will recommend to your family and friends. Thank you.
  13. Barb

    Grand Rapids

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on April 29, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great meal, very efficient wait staff, able to leave for theater in plenty of time, even with full house & prom goers. One of our favorite places!
  14. KathyL

    Tampa

    11 reviews

    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on April 27, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Carmela’s serves excellent authentic Italian cuisine. We tried the lasagna and chicken Marsala and both were delicious. Our server was very attentive and efficient. We will be back!
  15. Connie55

    Chicago

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on April 25, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Early dinner pre theatre. Great food service Will definitely visit again
  16. GuyS

    Indiana

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 25, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Our dining experience at Carmela’s was, as always, excellent! Great food, ambiance and service! Our go to place for “special” dinners!
  17. OpenTable Diner

    Des Moines

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 22, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We made reservations here for a family gathering and we were seated in the main dining area. The service was excellent and the food was delicious! We had a few at our table that had some allergies and they were easily accommodated. There was a salad served with our meal and the dressing was so tasty. The sauces all are flavorful and very fresh! We will be back. The friendly servers and managers were a breath of fresh air!!
  18. JoeandDebbie

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 22, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Wonderful time last night with friends we had not seen in over a year. Service was Excellent, food was fantastic. Overall a perfect night out.
  19. MichaelK

    New Orleans

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 21, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This is an amazing family owned restaurant with excellent quality Italian food and a nice ambience. The gnocchi marinara is supberb and the stuffed mushroom and mozzarella fritte appetizers are a must get!
  20. BillD

    Hawaii

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on April 21, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    This is a very good restaurant. Both of our meals were excellent. The food was tasty and the service was impeccable.
  21. CherylL

    Indiana

    31 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    31 reviews

    Dined on April 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Nice evening out with girlfriends. Dinner was great for all three of us - two of us went pasta one was fish. Great attentive service without hovering over us. Such a pleasant atmosphere despite busy night. Will be back!
  22. Danielle

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Food was delicious…. Quick and friendly/fun service. Jennifer was an awesome waitress!
  23. Smith

    San Diego

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food was great and we were able to take our time and enjoy our meal
  24. MariaK

    Indiana

    3 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on April 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    When we have a craving for Italian dishes, Carmela's our top pick. Anything with veal, a must try should you haven't tried theirs, Service at Carmela has always been excellent, especially Kaitlin, who have served us on several occasions.
  25. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on April 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Best tortellini I've ever had. Service was quick. Great mushroom appetizer.
  26. CaseyF

    New York Area

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 7, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food was very good and the service just as Good.
  27. Gigi

    New York Area

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on April 5, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Delicious food and love eating here because its not too loud and it's easy to talk without yelling. Angelina, our waitress, was wonderful! Definitely recommend the Chicken Piccata!!!
  28. JessicaC

    Indiana

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 4, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience4
    The service was exceptional and the food was very delicious! Pricing was reasonable. I just wish they made their pasta homemade.
  29. DickC

    Indiana

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on April 1, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food and service were very good. Wait staff is always top notch. Noise level was a little high for my tastes but it settled down and was a comfortable dining experience. Had a great time. One of our favorite places to dine.
  30. OpenTable Diner

    Indiana

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 25, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent and will definitely be coming back for another dinner!
  31. 22TamiM

    Grand Rapids

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 22, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food and great service 😍 Will definitely be back!
  32. DanW

    Indiana

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on March 21, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We had a wonderful anniversary dinner at Carmela's.
  33. JoelM

    Indiana

    23 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    23 reviews

    Dined on March 17, 2023

    overall4food5service4ambience4
    Unfortunately the couple sitting next to us was very loud. The woman’s voice projected so loudly that we had problems carrying the conversation at our table.
  34. AmyG

    Tampa

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 17, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Beautiful place, great food, price and friendly staff
  35. Djb3

    Indiana

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on March 17, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience5
    Great food...good variety on the menu with both old stand-bys and new offerings...
  36. JMS71

    New York Area

    9 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on March 11, 2023

    overall3food3service5ambience4
    A decent restaurant. I've been here before and would return. The food is all right. Nothing spectacular.
  37. HollyS

    Louisville

    14 reviews

    3.0

    14 reviews

    Dined on March 7, 2023

    overall3food2service5ambience4
    Our server was excellent and after reading raving reviews we had expected the food would great. Unfortunately it wasn't quite to par. The Caesar Salad was good, interesting to have tomatoes and cucumber but good dressing, We ordered the Bolognese and it was basically marina with two meatballs. There was no meat in the sauce and it definitely was NOT bolognese sauce. Again our server was great!
  38. IndyDiner

    Indiana

    69 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    69 reviews

    Dined on February 25, 2023

    overall3food3service4ambience4
    We were in town and thought we would check this restaurant out based upon the Yelp ratings/reviews. It is very busy, so you need to make a reservation. The wait staff is very nice and attentive and they hustle taking care of the customers. The food was unfortunately rather mediocre. While it’s great the entrees come with a house salad, it had way too much dressing. In addition while the lettuce leaves were very dark green (which is terrific) there’s barely anything else included (one tiny grape tomato and 2 tiny pieces of cucumber). I had a shrimp dish with linguine, spinach, mushrooms, and tomatoes. The pasta was way over cooked and the sauce just didn’t have much flavor. The other person had a carbonara linguine and shrimp dish, and he had similar feedback. They bring bread with the salads, but it was cold and tasted like store bought white bread (a nice warm crusted bread/baguette) would be much better. Anyway we were not impressed and wouldn’t come back next time we are in town.

    Carmela's at Macri'sResponded on February 28, 2023Hello thank you for dining with us and for your review. Our complimentary house salads that are served prior to dinner are intended to be a simple garden salad. We're sorry to hear it did not meet your expectations and we will definitely report back your feedback on the dressing. Our bread is not store bought, in fact it is made daily in our bakery next door. We are extremely disappointed to hear your commentary on flavor as your feedback is extremely unusual.

  39. OpenTable Diner

    Grand Rapids

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on February 25, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent!!
  40. Cheetah

    Indiana

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on February 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Wonderful service and great food! Everyone enjoyed it!

Safety precautions

  • Cleaning & sanitizing

    • Surfaces sanitized between seatings
    • Digital, disposable or sanitized menu provided
    • Sealed or wrapped utensils used
    • Common areas deep-cleaned daily
    • Sanitizer or wipes provided for customers
  • Physical distancing

    • Limited number of seated diners
    • Extra space between tables
  • Protective equipment

    • Waitstaff wear masks
  • Screening

    • Sick staff prohibited in the workplace

FAQs

You can order delivery directly from Carmela's at Macri's using the Order Online button. Carmela's at Macri's also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (574) 280-4824.

Carmela's at Macri's is rated 4.7 stars by 963 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 13 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Carmela's at Macri's

214 N. Niles Ave, South Bend, IN 46617

Additional information

  • Cross street

    Colfax and Lasalle

  • Neighborhood

    South Bend

  • Hours of operation

    Dinner Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–9:00 pm

  • Cuisines

    Italian, Dessert, Meat

  • Dining style

    Casual Elegant

  • Dress code

    Casual Dress

  • Parking details

    Street Parking is available on Niles Ave. as well as parking directly across the street on Niles Ave. Private parking lot for Carmela's customers only is also available and located off of Hill Street near our bakery entrance.

  • Payment options

    AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Executive chef

    Carmela Macri

  • Additional

    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

  • Phone number

    (574) 280-4824

  • Catering

    Carmela's offers elegant catering selections for your special occasions and business meetings so your Italian favorites can meet you where you are! To request a Carmela's catering order or to set up a catering consultation, please call 574.280.4824.

  • Private party facilities

    Carmela's hosts private events for all occasions! From rehearsal dinners to Holiday parties and even weddings Carmela's is the perfect spot to celebrate. We accommodate large parties and our unique presentation and attention to detail will make your celebration truly memorable.

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