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Places to Eat and things to Do In Northern Indiana

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Looking for things to do in Northern Indiana, here is my list to get your adventure started.
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Outdoor Activities

Zoos and Farmers Markets as well as other things to do!

 
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Who doesn't love a zoo
Fort Wayne Zoo
 
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The Zoo in Southbend
Potawatomi Zoo
 
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Around here, this is the place to grab the freshest produce.
Goshen Farmers Market
 
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Here is a farmers market in Syracuse
Syracuse, IN Artisans & Farmers Market
 
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And here is the Market in South Bend
River Valley Farmers' Market
 
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Get out into nature.
Welah Metekkah Nature Trail — Park in North Webster
 
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Take a walk into nature
Pisgah Marsh Area and Boardwalk
 
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Get into the water
North Webster Town Park – Beach
 
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Worth the visit.
Indiana Dunes National Park
 
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Webster Lake is known for it's Muskies
Fisherman Cove Resort
 
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Let the kids unwind
Kreager Park
 
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Gardens in South Bend
Unity Garden
 
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Gardens in Elkhart
Wellfield Botanic Gardens
 
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Home of the Fighting Irish
Notre Dame Stadium

Restaurants

Places to try when you are visiting.

 
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If you come to visit the Notre Dame Campus, check this place out.
Rohr’s
 
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Definately worth stopping here to eat.
No.6 Scratch Kitchen
 
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Casual tavern serving burgers, wings, and other comfort foods along with beer and cocktails.
Vinyl Tap and Table
 
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Chill haunt with sustainable eats, regional craft beers & organic wines, plus outdoor seating & TVs.
Rocky River Tap and Table of Mishawaka
 
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It is time for pizza
Barnaby's South Bend
 
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Cozy steakhouse presents chops with all the trimmings & a salad bar, plus wine & cocktails.
Cork ‘N Cleaver
 
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New American dishes plus rotating wines & cocktails, served in chic digs with a spacious patio.
Copper Spoon

Other Food & Drinks

This is the quick bites section for when you just need something throughout the day.

 
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Oldtime Soda stand is worth the trip.
BK Root Beer Drive_ In
 
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Smoked ribs, pulled pork, brisket, and other BBQ staples served in a casual restaurant or via a food truck.
Roll-N Smoke BBQ LLC
 
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Quaint coffeehouse with New Orleans-style eats such as jambalaya & po’ boys plus jazz & blues music.
Chicory Cafe Mishawaka
 
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Casual cafe featuring espresso drinks, art displays, and live music, plus baked goods and small bites.
Cloud Walking Cafe & Lounge
 
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Chill coffee shop offering breakfast, sandwiches, and baked goods amid rock music.
Java Cafe
 
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Gastro-brewery with a bar, family dining area, and scenic views of the river, trains, and farmers market.
Crooked Ewe Brewery & Ale House
 
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Family-owned brewpub with a variety of rotating beers, gourmet grilled cheese sandwiches, and a dog-friendly patio.
South Bend Brew Werks
 
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Family-run stalwart offering a variety of Italian desserts, deli fare, pizza & specialty goods.
Macri's Italian Bakery

Arts & Entertainment

Be entertained and educated at the same time!

 
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I go about 3 times a week to unwind.
South Bend Four Winds | New Indiana Casino | Restaurants
 
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For the art lovers.
South Bend Museum of Art
 
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If you like flowers, this is your place.
Foellinger-Freimann Botanical Conservatory
 
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See Dinosaurs in South Bend
Indiana Dinosaur Museum
 
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For the Chocolate lovers
South Bend Chocolate Factory & Tours
 
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Historic movie house turned into a concert hall with a bar, hosting touring artists.
Clyde Theatre
 
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DJs & rock bands of all stripes take the stage at this large, rough-and-ready bar & dance club.
Piere's Entertainment Center - Live Music and Entertainment
 
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Bowling, laser tag, bumper cars, arcade, mini-golf & more in a beach-themed complex with restaurant.
Crazy Pinz Entertainment Center
 
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Family-friendly bowling facility with a pro shop, arcade, and pub.
MVP Lanes