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Chicory Cafe

Chicory Cafe

Cajun and Creole Restaurant, Sandwich Spot, and Vegan and Vegetarian Restaurant$$$$
South Bend
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    Candace N.
    "The chai was m'eh, but the jambalaya and beignets were amazing!"(8 Tips)
    Edgar D.
    "Try the Spanish Latte!"(2 Tips)
    Jennifer B.
    "Best Bacon Mac & Cheese in South Bend!"(2 Tips)
    Alicia A.
    "... Jambalaya, beignets, Po' boys, chicory coffee, craft beer, mac and..."(3 Tips)
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  • Alicia A.heart icon on user image
    Alicia AlikhaniSeptember 6, 2015
    Everything is good here! Jambalaya, beignets, Po' boys, chicory coffee, craft beer, mac and cheese. The food is delicious, people are friendly, and there's free wifi. My new fave spot in South Bend!
  • JD D.heart icon on user image
    JD De SouzaAugust 28, 2014
    Been here 10+ times
    Be sure to visit this place just because of the rich and different atmosphere. Live bands play, food is great, and it does have that New Orleans feel to it which I love. The style really fits SB.
  • Candace N.heart icon on user image
    Candace NicholsonJuly 15, 2013
    The chai was m'eh, but the jambalaya and beignets were amazing! The Wifi was also iffy the day I was there, so I just switched to 4G. Be sure to sign the chalkboard when you visit!
  • V
    VApril 30, 2018
    Everything is amazing there, coffee, pastry, chocolate, breakfasts and other food. Stuff are super nice and I would highly suggest this place if you LOVE chocolate!
  • Ryanheart icon on user image
    RyanDecember 10, 2016
    The turkey pot roast sandwich special was moist and savory with a fluffy but crusty ciabatta. My friend's hemp seed pesto pasta was also tasty. Place fills multiple niches and with aplomb.
  • Jennifer B.heart icon on user image
    Jennifer BiggsFebruary 12, 2017
    Best Bacon Mac & Cheese in South Bend! The beignets are sweet, fluffy and über delicious with a cup of coffee. A favorite spot in the heart of downtown.
  • Jason B.
    Jason BarrApril 16, 2013
    Been here 25+ times
    If you're looking for something sweet, you can't go wrong with the beignets. Thinking of something a little more decadent? The Double Dutch Chocolate gelato, affogatto style is a dream.
  • Jason B.
    Jason BarrApril 16, 2013
    Been here 25+ times
    Phil, the new owner, is a great guy and really doing some neat stuff here. The new food offerings are wonderful, especially the Cajun crawfish mac and cheese.
  • Carol D.
    Carol DayNovember 18, 2012
    If you like the Eclectic flare in a cozy, charming coffee house, visit them soon. You'll be glad to try their delicious items. Love their coffee! :-)
  • David P.heart icon on user image
    David PestrakSeptember 5, 2014
    Been here 5+ times
    Naturally, they have good coffee. But they also have great food and a great selection. Plus weekly entertainment on Friday nights.
  • Cindy M.
    Cindy MongerMay 9, 2016
    Been here 10+ times
    Get a chai latte and biegnets...amazing! The hurricanes are great too!
  • Kim S.heart icon on user image
    Kim SandovalDecember 17, 2018
    Great atmosphere. The coffee was really good. Oooh and the bacon bacon mac and cheese!!
  • Sandy P.heart icon on user image
    Sandy PiehlNovember 26, 2013
    Been here 25+ times
    Wonderful place great jambalaya and coffee. They have live music which wonderful.
  • David P.heart icon on user image
    David PestrakApril 24, 2013
    Been here 5+ times
    The beignets are awesome! Great service every time!
  • anfreyheart icon on user image
    anfreyDecember 22, 2014
    Been here 10+ times
    The gumbo is delicious, as are those beignets!
  • V
    VMay 17, 2020
    Amazing chocolate and dessert and coffee!
  • Nicole L.
    Nicole LeonardAugust 7, 2014
    The beignets aren't Cafe Du Monde but they'll do for Northern Indiana. :)
  • Raymond B.heart icon on user image
    Raymond Brooks IIAugust 24, 2014
    Been here 25+ times
    Good food...great service...wonderful atmosphere.
  • Jairo A.heart icon on user image
    Jairo AlemanFebruary 6, 2017
    Bullet proof. Try it. It's great!
  • Arturo O.heart icon on user image
    Arturo OsorioApril 8, 2017
    Good food..Delicious beer, great price..
  • JD D.heart icon on user image
    JD De SouzaAugust 5, 2014
    Been here 10+ times
    The Cajun Fish Po Boy sandwich is pretty good.
  • Paige T.heart icon on user image
    Paige TudorOctober 6, 2015
    Po' boys and the drinks are AMAZING
  • Gretchen B.
    Gretchen BarrFebruary 18, 2013
    Been here 10+ times
    Try the Cajun hummus. It's really good.
  • Cindy M.
    Cindy MongerMarch 25, 2017
    Been here 10+ times
    Best chai latte in South Bend!!!
  • Ryan L.
    Ryan LarimoreAugust 14, 2014
    Cajun sausage Mac n cheese FTW.
  • Lisa F.heart icon on user image
    Lisa FowlerFebruary 19, 2023
    Beignets!!’ Delicious!
  • Ashley T.heart icon on user image
    Ashley TaylorJanuary 16, 2015
    Best gluten free sandwiches around
  • Norma M.
    Norma McMichaelMarch 8, 2012
    The Greek Chicken sandwich is wonderful.
  • Luanne K.
    Luanne KleimanJanuary 5, 2012
    Good food, great atmosphere and amazing coffee!
  • David P.heart icon on user image
    David PestrakJune 5, 2013
    Been here 5+ times
    The Italiano is delicioso!
  • Mary K.heart icon on user image
    Mary KateJuly 10, 2016
    Grilled caprese
  • Maria S.
    Maria S.July 1, 2013
    Iced Gingersnap- yummy!!
  • Melissa B.heart icon on user image
    Melissa BozzutoJuly 18, 2011
    Been here 100+ times
    The iced mocha is AMAZING!!
  • Ref F.
    Ref FransenMay 20, 2011
    Best coffee in downtown South Bend.
  • John N.
    John NunemakerOctober 4, 2011
    Been here 10+ times
    Spanish latte all the way.
  • Edgar D.
    Edgar DiazNovember 3, 2010
    Try the Spanish Latte!
  • Peggy O.
    Peggy OttNovember 6, 2010
    Jambalaya is great.
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