The Michiana Journal
Local guides, trip ideas, and news from around the lakes and dunes.
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Huichi Restaurant South Bend, Casual Lunch & Dinner
Huichi Restaurant serves cozy, casual lunch and dinner in South Bend. Open six days, $10-20, 4.9 stars from 25 reviews. Find hours,…
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Traditions Restaurant & Bar, South Bend Review
Traditions Restaurant & Bar is a cozy, trendy South Bend spot with a strong drinks program, reliable service, and reservations recommended for…
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Essence Restaurant + Bar, Elkhart Fine Dining
Essence Restaurant + Bar in Elkhart offers cozy, upscale dinners with steaks, wine, cocktails. Open Tue-Sat evenings, reservations recommended.
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48 Hours in Michiana: Lakes, Dunes & Small Towns
Beaches, wineries, and dune hikes — the day trips that make South Bend the perfect base camp.
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Notre Dame Game Day, Done Right
Stay downtown, skip the campus traffic, and turn a football weekend into a proper city break.
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A First-Timer’s Guide to Downtown South Bend
The riverfront, the East Race, and where to eat — how to spend your first day within walking distance of your stay.