The Torch - South Bend

My mom and I stopped in for a couple drinks and appetizers after work. It's been quite a few years since I have been here. When we walked in the two ladies at the just stand were very kind. We sat at the bar where AJ took the best care of us. He happily answered all our questions, we very kind and attentive. I highly recommend anyone stopping in to sit at the bar with AJ, you will not regret it! He also helped reunite me with a rum I love but had forgotten the name of. Thanks so much AJ. Lastly the management that ran my good was super professional and made sure we were enjoy our expierence. The food was great as usual. I had the icecream with espresso and baileys for dessert and you have to try it! I will be going back more often.

Terrific dinner in South Bend, IN. Cafe Navarre offers a refined menu with many unique spins on more traditional dishes. Started with a cured Waygu plate with olives, roasted peppers, and fresh Parmesan. This dish checked all of the boxes. Fresh, unique, and not overly salty. Waygu was amazing. Then moved onto the Arrancini that was made with pumpkin, rice, Parmesan with a nice ragu and an apple parsnip puree. Really nice dish. Arrancini was savory with a touch of sweetness from the pumpkin. Puree was a perfect compliment. Next was wild mushroom soup. Creamy, savory and everything a soup should be. Exceptional. For my entree, went with beef medallion tips over green beans and a cauliflower puree. Tips were cooked perfectly and the puree was delightful. Fine dining ambiance and service. Very enjoyable dining experience. For those who enjoy libations, very good cocktail menu with many signature drinks to choose from. Two thumbs up!

Rachel was warm and friendly. She was incredibly knowledgeable about the menu and we took her recommendations. We will be telling friends and family and we will be back! Also, the host staff were outstanding about accommodating our seating needs. Thank you for hiring such poised young ladies.

Food 5/5 Service 5/5 Ambiance 4.5/5 Value 4/5 Came here for a birthday dinner and it was exactly what I imagined. There was mood lighting for dinner and all the tables were set. Guests were dressed nicely as well. The waiter gave great recommendations and came to our table multiple times asking if we needed anything. Then the food, wow. I got the osso bucco which was fall off the bone tender. We finished the evening with creme brûlée which was just as good as everything else.

Nice upscale spot- beautiful decor. Service was attentive and when I asked for recommendations the server was comfortable and familiar with the menu to give some favorites. I wasn 't quite hungry enough to do a full entree so I had a small plate which was a crab cake and a bowl of mushroom soup. Both were packed with great flavor. Overall- i 'd enjoy coming back to try more of the menu.