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Kankakee Grille - South Bend, South Bend, IN

Kankakee Grille - South Bend

4.7 (1744)
$30 and under
American
3000 Prairie Ave, South Bend, IN 46614

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 29 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Lively
  • Neighborhood gem
Enjoy rustic cuisine, hearth baked pizza, a variety of craft beers, and live entertainment every weekend. Kankakee Grille South Bend is the hottest restaurant in Northeast Indiana and features a beautiful outdoor patio to enjoy during the warm weather season.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Sat 12:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 12:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Brandon Smithson - Jonathan Rothfuchs
  • Neighborhood
    South Bend
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Additional
    Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Entertainment, Full Bar, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Wine

What 1,744 people are saying

Kankakee Grille - South Bend reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.6Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • South Bend

    Best Overall

  • South Bend

    Best Food

  • South Bend

    Best Ambiance

  • South Bend

    Best Value

  • South Bend

    Good for groups

  • South Bend

    Healthy

  • South Bend

    Hot spot

  • South Bend

    Neighborhood gem

  • South Bend

    Lively

  • South Bend

    American

  • South Bend

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Kankakee Grille in South Bend offers a "great atmosphere" with live music and attentive service. Guests rave about the "delicious food," especially the appetizers, steaks, and special dishes like the surf and turf. While experiences can vary, many appreciate the "huge portions" and the friendly servers, making it a popular spot for both regulars and newcomers.

1,744 Reviews
  1. Marge Mehas

    Chicago10 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    The food is always terrific at Kankakee Grille, both South Bend & New Buffalo! Love the food variety, love the music!

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  2. Lola VIP

    Indiana10 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    Wendy was our server. I think she was over seated? She was not as attentive but very nice. And I had my deviled eggs 😃. The nachos were good, I don’t understand why there wouldn’t be salsa with this particular dish. But it was good.
    Kankakee Grille - South BendResponded 3 days ago
    Thank you for your review! We appreciate you. We will be sure to pass your comments and concern onto our Food and Beverage team.

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  3. Don VIP

    Indiana7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My Caesar salad with salmon was amazing ! Our server, Brittany , did an exceptional job. She is very personable and efficient . Very nice overall experience
    Kankakee Grille - South BendResponded 3 days ago
    Thank you for the positive review! We appreciate you. We will be sure to pass your review onto our Food and Beverage team. Thank you again!

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  4. Susan

    Chicago10 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 15, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    1st time at Kankakee Grill in SouthBend. Thursday surf and turf special was great. Good atmosphere and comfortable seating. Highly recommend!
    Kankakee Grille - South BendResponded 3 days ago
    Thank you for the positive review! We appreciate you. We will be sure to pass your review onto our Food and Beverage team. Thank you again!

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  5. marc

    Chicago3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 11, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It was good we had a nice time will come soon and eat
    Kankakee Grille - South BendResponded 3 days ago
    Thank you for the positive review! We appreciate you. We will be sure to pass your review onto our Food and Beverage team. Thank you again!

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  6. Gary

    Grand Rapids21 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on May 7, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Sorry for the four stars, the night seemed to be a little off across the board. Normally its 5 Stars for us. We ate early this night, we were seated quickly and our order was taken quickly. Food seemed to take longer than usual coming out. Food wasn't as flavorful as usual, everything was to the bland side. Our waitress didn't check us during our meal. Overall just not a great night. It was good enough for just any old restaurant but not for Kankakee Grille. We look forward to coming back again, hopefully to a great experience.

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  7. Paula

    Indiana4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 3, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Food to table time was slower than normal, but they were working hard to get the orders out. It was fine as we were enjoying time with friends
    Kankakee Grille - South BendResponded on May 7, 2025
    Thank you for your review! We appreciate you. We will be sure to pass your comments and concern onto our Food and Beverage team.

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  8. Lisa

    Indiana6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 28, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    GREAT again today! Another wonderful server and Delicious food. I highly recommend this restaurant!
    Kankakee Grille - South BendResponded on April 30, 2025
    Thank you for the positive review! We appreciate you. We will be sure to pass your review onto our Food and Beverage team. Thank you again!

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  9. Lisa

    Indiana6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 27, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Awesome as usual! Service was excellent, live entertainment was vey good and the food was delicious and the portions are huge (shareable) size!
    Kankakee Grille - South BendResponded on April 30, 2025
    Thank you for the positive review! We appreciate you. We will be sure to pass your review onto our Food and Beverage team. Thank you again!

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  10. Lola VIP

    Indiana10 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 25, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Another great experience! I was super impressed that the cook said he remembered me for my love of their deviled eggs. I didn’t even see him. That is exceptional service in the background. Oh… and I really think you all need to rethink not having the patio open in the summer… I look forward to sitting outside when it gets warm😊
    Kankakee Grille - South BendResponded on April 30, 2025
    Thank you for the positive review! We appreciate you. We will be sure to pass your review onto our Food and Beverage team. Thank you again!

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 29 times today
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3000 Prairie Ave, South Bend, IN 46614

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    South Bend
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Sat 12:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 12:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Brandon Smithson - Jonathan Rothfuchs
  • Additional
    Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Entertainment, Full Bar, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Wine
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