Kristin's Cafe — Restaurant in Mishawaka

What a FIND! This quaint tiny building has been around since at least the early 1960s as one business or another. The fact that it's still here is miracle enough, but what a perfect life it has now as a vibrant, eclectic, fun, eccentric, energetic breakfast diner. I understand Kristin’s has been around for about 11 years – why did I not go before today?! Josh and Kristin have created a welcoming and inclusive niche with great flavor and a buoyant atmosphere. Everybody there works hard, stays focused, and they make restaurant work look like the most fun job ever. Ever seen a perfectly timed circus or trapeze act? All the participants fall into place with precision – that’s what I saw today at Kristin’s. These people truly and authentically like their customers. And speaking of, the other customers are just as fun as Kristin’s crew! My ‘virgin’ time here felt like homecoming—meeting other customers and getting folded into the incredibly awesome “vibe” of this place. Last but not least, the food was GREAT too – cooked exactly as I like it and asked for. I can only now say I am looking forward to my next visit. TIP: If you want a local experience, and contribute to a locally owned business, do yourself a favor and go to see Kristin and Josh. You won’t be disappointed – unless you don’t have a sense...

My darling wife asked if we could try something different this morning. She was looking for a place we hadn’t eaten at before and she came across reviews for Kristin’s.

We arrived there today (11.14.2021) just before 9 AM and Josh promptly told us to sit anywhere we would like and he would be with us presently.

We were handed menus almost immediately after seating ourselves and was asked if we wanted coffee. Josh told us of the day’s specials and said he would be back to take our order.

He was back in less than 5 minutes and took our order. It took about 10-ish minutes for our food which is very impressive considering they were only a staff of 4 people!

It’s a very cozy restaurant with a friendly atmosphere. It seems like they have faithful regulars as they called many by their first names.

The food was delicious and more than reasonably priced. Portions were generous and the coffee kept on a-coming.

This is what a “Mom and Pop” restaurant should be. If you want to experience old time America… deny yourself no further and come in, sit down and let Kristin, Josh and crew take good care of...

my first experience here was positive. good atmosphere 👌 pleasant host. food fresh vegetables not frozen. potatoes fresh not frozen. value on par. a much needed neighborhood restaurant. all neighborhoods should have 1.. will return.

Many visits later gotta say good place for good food.

01.03.24 Another great visit.. as pictured miss Emily loves to make breakfast Cascades. Oh so good.. just a hint.. when visiting if possible especially mom n pop which are my favorites Find what they "the cook" loves to cook. It usually is outstanding. CHECK THEM OUT AND THANK ME LATTER...If what you want isn't on menu if they have it they fix it.

Come on... Wow.. 😨 strawberry stuffed French toast... Ridiculous... Will not...