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MitchMitch
640
Absolutely magical, from the second we parked our car. A server and two customers complimented us on our stylish shoes and outfits, and as we opened the door, so did the staff. They showed us to our table, which already had a greeting card waiting for us with the words "Happy Anniversary" on the envelope. Then along came our server, don César. He helped my husband narrow his selection down from 5 contenders to the pork chuletas 🥩. Joe loved them. He said they were well done with a juicy texture but not a drop of red. I knew I wanted to try the Thai 🇹🇭 coconut 🥥 curry 🍛, but had don César not described it exactly as he did ("It tastes like a good Thai or Indian curry, but much less like a soup 🍲 and much more like a stir fry."), I don't know if I would have liked it so much. His description was spot on. Once I knew what to expect, I was able to appreciate the blend of flavors and the texture of each vegetable so much more. While we waited for our plats principaux to arrive, Joe enjoyed his soupe à l'oignon 🧅 and I absolutely loved my beet salad. Our signature cocktails were awesome too. Joe's full tilt had the perfect blend of bourbon and citrus, and my ohelo was a blueberry 🫐 coconut 🥥 orange 🍊 paradise. And afterwards, our desserts were epic. My dark chocolate crémeux was magnifique, and Joe's apple 🍎 plumb cobbler with a plumb-infused Spanish port 🍷 stole the show. We thought nothing could possibly make our evening any better, but then don César brought us each a glass of cava 🥂 on the house to celebrate our anniversary. Now we have a new place to celebrate special occasions. Counting the days 'til we come back.
Michael Anand-ObletonMichael Anand-Obleton
00
Came here for my graduation meal and what a fantastic meal it was. First coming you are greeted by the hostess at the main doors who then take you to your table where you then see the tasting menu and the wine list and start your adventure. First I must say that if you come with another guest to dine at this fine establishment. One should opt for the supplement and the other should get the dish already on the prix fixe -- if you both get the supplement it replaces the dish that the supplement is listed under. That way you both can try a bit of both dishes if you don't mind sharing. Favorite dish - Oysters and Pearls Favorite experience - The truffle supplement where they give you an excess amount of truffle. Favorite dessert - the selection of bon bons and the fresh donut Would recommend this restaurant to others but definitely not my favorite restaurant -- but it is up there.
Ryan CroninRyan Cronin
00
I was so impressed with Cafe Navare for several reasons. First the staff, everyone was so attentive and kind…with just the right touch of professionalism. Our server was great, loved the service. Now to the food, everything was DELICIOUS! Baby kale salad with butternut squash was a perfect way to start my meal. The scallops were some of the best I’ve ever had, it tasted as good as it looks too. The presentation was beautiful. I am not a dessert person but had a second glass of ‘rose(i prefer to drink my calories) and it was not sweet but fragrant and very pleasant to drink. The desserts that were ordered by our group looked amazing. Creme brûlée and Chocolate Grenache. As a Chicagoan I am pretty picky with restaurants, I would put this place right in the middle of River North if I could. Since that’s not possible it’s a reason to head back to South Bend.
NiseyNisey
00
Absolutely magical, from the second we parked our car. A server and two customers complimented us on our stylish shoes and outfits, and as we opened the door, so did the staff. They showed us to our table, which already had a greeting card waiting for us with the words "Happy Anniversary" on the envelope. Then along came our server, don César. He helped my husband narrow his selection down from 5 contenders to the pork chuletas 🥩. Joe loved them. He said they were well done with a juicy texture but not a drop of red. I knew I wanted to try the Thai 🇹🇭 coconut 🥥 curry 🍛, but had don César not described it exactly as he did ("It tastes like a good Thai or Indian curry, but much less like a soup 🍲 and much more like a stir fry."), I don't know if I would have liked it so much. His description was spot on. Once I knew what to expect, I was able to appreciate the blend of flavors and the texture of each vegetable so much more. While we waited for our plats principaux to arrive, Joe enjoyed his soupe à l'oignon 🧅 and I absolutely loved my beet salad. Our signature cocktails were awesome too. Joe's full tilt had the perfect blend of bourbon and citrus, and my ohelo was a blueberry 🫐 coconut 🥥 orange 🍊 paradise. And afterwards, our desserts were epic. My dark chocolate crémeux was magnifique, and Joe's apple 🍎 plumb cobbler with a plumb-infused Spanish port 🍷 stole the show. We thought nothing could possibly make our evening any better, but then don César brought us each a glass of cava 🥂 on the house to celebrate our anniversary. Now we have a new place to celebrate special occasions. Counting the days 'til we come back.
Michael Anand-ObletonMichael Anand-Obleton
00
Nice and quiet to come with family or friends! My waiter ( LeAnn) she was amazing, very polite and helpful!!!
Ansel Leonidas Martinez MurilloAnsel Leonidas Martinez Murillo
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Nearby Attractions Of Cafe Navarre
Studebaker National Museum
Howard Park
Century Center
Griffon Bookstore
Saigon Market
Seitz Park
South Bend Civic Theatre
Michoacán Supermarket
Gene's Camera
River Lights Plaza

Studebaker National Museum
4.8
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Howard Park
4.7
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Century Center
4.4
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Griffon Bookstore
4.8
(299)Click for details
Nearby Restaurants Of Cafe Navarre
Barnaby's South Bend
Fiddler's Hearth
Chicory Cafe
PEGGS
The Lauber
Woochi Japanese Fusion & Bar
Flamingo's Supermarket & Mexican Restaurant
Cambodian Thai
Bruno's Pizza Downtown
Tippecanoe Place Restaurant

Barnaby's South Bend
4.5
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Fiddler's Hearth
4.6
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Chicory Cafe
4.5
(790)Click for details

PEGGS
4.4
(746)Click for details
Basic Info
Address
101 N Michigan St, South Bend, IN 46601
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Phone
(574) 968-8101
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Website
cafenavarre.co
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4.6
(544 reviews)
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Description
Upmarket option for global fare & fine wines served amid romantic light from tabletop lamps.
attractions: Studebaker National Museum, Howard Park, Century Center, Griffon Bookstore, Saigon Market, Seitz Park, South Bend Civic Theatre, Michoacán Supermarket, Gene's Camera, River Lights Plaza, restaurants: Barnaby's South Bend, Fiddler's Hearth, Chicory Cafe, PEGGS, The Lauber, Woochi Japanese Fusion & Bar, Flamingo's Supermarket & Mexican Restaurant, Cambodian Thai, Bruno's Pizza Downtown, Tippecanoe Place Restaurant

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