Bars and clubs
Trio's Restaurant and Jazz Club
129 n michigan st., 574-288-8746. "trioâ´s opened in the fall of 2007 to begin a tradition of upscale casual dining and live jazz entertainment, with accommodations for banquets and private parties. trioâ´s is proud to present american cuisine prepared by a culinary team led by chef brett boomhower, whose career includes executive chef positions on the east coast and in the midwest. chef brett jazzes up trioâ´s american cuisine with selected fare associated with two well-known cities of jazz, new orleans and kansas city." (http://www.triossb.com/)
Simeri's Old Town Tap
1505 w indiana ave., 574-289-1361. outdoor bar and grill featuring live bands. (http://www.simerisoldtown...)
Cheers
103 s dixie way us 31/933 574-277-8407. a small bar in roseland between south bend and the michigan line with a second story loft that has karaoke and live local bands four nights a week. (http://www.myspace.com/th...)
Club Fever
222 s michigan st., 574-234-5200. multi-level nightclub featuring djs, a large dance floor often full, and an upper-floor lounge. has an urban club feel and has been visited by famous actors such as will smith. open thursday - saturday, cover is generally $5 or $6. (http://www.clubfever.biz/)
Club Landing
1717 lincoln way east., 574-289-4122. nightclub on the st. joseph river near iu south bend. has a large dance floor, large deck, and drink specials. (http://www.clublanding.com/)
Club LaSalle
115 west colfax ave. 574-288-1174. high-end dining and drinking club next to the palais royale/morris performing arts center. no cover or membership required. (http://www.clublasalle.com/)
Marine Corps League
539 parry st. u.s. military members can network with other service veterans at the st. joseph valley detachment det 095 of the marine corps league. non-veterans and civilians may also purchase a social membership. (http://www.mclstjoevalley.org/)
Corby's
441 e lasalle ave., phone: 574-233-5326. featured in the movie rudy. a great place to grab a drink. near downtown and campus. doesn't open until 3 pm. features an outdoor patio and 5 pool tables. expensive, and better in the summer as it is popular among domers nd students.
Fiddler's Hearth
127 n main st, 574-232-2853. irish pub with great food and an excellent beer and liquor selection. live bands on weekends and a smoking patio in the rear. no cover. (http://www.fiddlershearth.com/)
Madison Oyster Bar
129 n main st, south bend, in.â 574-288-3776. three-story bar with great food, reasonable drink specials except fri & sat, billiards on the top floor which is the "party" floor, floors 1 & 2 are a restaurant with one pool table and a large bar and a laid-back yet fun atmosphere. no cover.
Linebacker Lounge
1631 south bend ave., 574-289-0186. walking distance from notre dame. a tradition for 45 years. go there to celebrate an irish win or friday and saturday night. (http://www.backernd.com).
Club Noma
119 n michigan st, 574-233-4959. new asian-fusion club downtown. (http://www.clubnoma.com/)
NOTE
Indiana state law prohibits alcohol sales after 3:00 am monday - friday and after midnight on saturday though bars stay open until 3:00 am on saturday night into sunday morning. no alcohol sales are permitted on sunday beginning at midnight until 7:00 am monday morning or on christmas, easter, or new year's day. however, you can easily cross the state line into michigan in mere minutes and purchase alcohol on sunday before 2:00 am.
Wineries
Domaine Berrien Cellars
398 east lemon creek rd. berrien springs, mi., 269-473-9463. hours: noon-5pm wednesday through monday; closed tuesdays. established in 2001, our winery is nestled among the grapevines on our family's 80-acre farm. all of the wines are made from grapes grown and hand-picked in our vineyards. enjoy a picnic on our beautiful deck! (http://www.domaineberrien.com/)
Tabor Hill Champagne Cellar
10243 red arrow hwy., bridgman, mi., 269-465-6566 / 800-283-3363. complimentary wine and juice tasting of all products. easy off/on from i-94. (http://www.taborhill.com/)
Hickory Creek Winery
750 browntown rd., baroda, mi., 269-422-1100. hours: friday-sunday 11am-6pm or by appointment. creating world-class wines from grapes grown exclusively on lake michigan's eastern shore, hickory creek's owners bring to bear the distinct perspectives of three premier wine-growing nations: america, australia and germany. sharing a lifelong passion for their craft, hickory creek utilizes only the highest quality estate grown and select local vineyard fruits. (http://www.hickorycreekwi...)
Karma Vista Vineyards
6991 ryno rd., coloma, mi., 269-468-9463. hours: 11-5; sun 12-5; closed tuesdays. a winery and tasting room in the middle of the vineyard on top of one of the highest hills in berrien county. featuring such hits as starry starry white, pink side of the moon, moondance merlot and cha cha chardonnay. wine with a unique point of view. (http://www.karmavista.com/)
Lake Michigan Shore Wine Trail
398 east lemon creek rd., berrien springs, mi., 269-473-9463. hours: hours vary at each winery. see web site. visit 12 wineries and tasting rooms along beautiful lake michigan as you tour the southwest michigan wine trail. taste, tour and enjoy the vast selection of wine from michigan's great southwest. (http://www.miwinetrail.com/)
Free Run Cellars Vineyard and Wine Tasting
9185 union pier rd., union pier, mi., 269-471-1737. hours: thu, fri & mon 11am-6pm; sun noon-6pm. free run cellars is a new venture of round barn winery winemaker, matthew moersch, and brother christian. free run - juice that flows from crushed grapes without pressing. it is superior to pressed juice as their are no seeds or stems. continuing the moersch tradition. evolving michigan wine. (http://www.freeruncellars.com/)
Round Barn Winery and Union Pier Tasting Room
10983 hills rd., baroda, mi., 269-422-1617 / 800-716-9463. hours: mon-sat 11am-6pm, sunday 12-6pm. is a winery, distillary and brewery that offers complimentary wine, brandy and beer tasting. we host a variety of events throughout the year such as wine dinners, festivals, open houses and parties. the round barn is available for weddings, receptions and parties. products include: dry reds, semi dry & sweet reds, dry whites, semi dry whites, sweet whites, sparkling wines, fruit brandies, dessert wines & cordials, divine vodka, and microbrews. bbqs, harvest parties, wine dinners, and venues for wedding and parties available. call or visit online to schedule a tour. (http://www.roundbarnwiner...)
St. Julian Winery
716 south kalamazoo rd., paw paw, mi., 269-657-5568 / 800-732-6002. hours: mon-sat 9am-5pm, sun noon-5pm. summer hours mon-sat 9am-6pm, sun 12-6pm. founded in 1921, st. julian is the oldest and largest operating winery in michigan. its founder, mariano meconi, named the winery for the patron saint of his birthplace, faleria, italy. the winery was moved from detroit to paw paw in 1936 to be closer to the vineyards. come see why we were named taster's guild 1998 winery of year! (http://www.stjulian.com/)
Tabor Hill Winery & Restaurant
185 mount tabor rd., buchanan, mi., 269-422-1161 / 800-283-3363. hours: 10am-9pm. for a unique and relaxing experience while visiting southwest michigan, tabor hill winery & restaurant is the place to be. seasonal tours of the facility are offered daily from 12:00-4:30pm eastern time. complimentary wine tasting of our award-winning wines seven days a week will entice even the most discriminating palate. surrounded by a breathtaking view of vineyard and countryside, our restaurant offers a tantalizing menu wednesday-sunday year-round closed during the christmas/new year season. (http://www.taborhill.com/)
Tabor Hill Wine & Art Gallery
80 west main st., benton harbor, mi., 269-925-6402 / 800-283-3363. hours: thur-sun noon-5pm. complimentary tasting of all tabor hill's wine and juice products. beautiful retro furniture and jewelry! shop while you taste! paintings and art work from around the country. 25-30 wines & juices, paintings, artist's works, beautiful retro furniture & jewelry. (http://www.taborhill.com/)
Lemon Creek Fruit Farm & Winery
533 east lemon creek rd., berrien springs, mi., 269-471-1321. hours: summer hours 10am-6pm. winter hours noon-5pm. lemon creek is a name with over 150 years of grape and fruit growing experience. exclusively family owned and operated this quaint 300-acre farm is in the countryside of berrien county. found just 6 miles off the lake, this winery, vineyard and fruit farm is a perfect family destination. (http://www.lemoncreekwine...)
Coffee
South Bend Chocolate Cafe
122 s michigan st., 574-287-0725. have a wrap, slice of chocolate cake, or a cup of gourmet coffee at south bend's famous chocolate cafe, located next to the college football hall of fame. (http://www.sbchocolate.com/)