Chicory Cafe
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Chicory Cafe
You've found the place to go for a quiet cup of coffee, casual meeting, or dinner and drinks with live music. It's all here, served up New Orleans style. You'll wake up as soon as you open the door and smell the coffee. Your day is sure to be off to a great start, especially with hot fresh beignets or a breakfast po' boy sandwich to go with your favorite java.

Sip gorgeous lattes and cappuccinos, from locally roasted organic fair-trade beans, made by baristas who know the subtleties of coffee drinks and can tell you the stories behind the French chicory that goes into every pot of our Cafe Noir drip. We take our cue from the Big Easy with a laid-back and casual vibe, but we take our food seriously.
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We love doing Drive Thru and Carryout specials and have decided to make them a permanent part of what we offer at Chicory Cafe Mishawaka. They're easy and convenient and help us provide seriously good food to people in a way that minimizes contact and maximizes enjoyment. Some events require tickets that are purchased in advance (preorder).
Reviews (24)
Mary White
Mary White
Jan 27, 2022
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The regular menu is great, but keep an eye out for their specials. Lots of things are not really spicy, but most people come for the Cajun spices. Comfort food.
Jenny Blocker
Jenny Blocker
Jan 19, 2022
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I've been here a handful times, cute place, great food, tasty coffee, and a nice event venue. Get a cookie you won't be disappointed! Great place to have some coffee and catch up with friends. The staff is very nice as well!
Ryan Gordy
Ryan Gordy
Jan 13, 2022
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Too expensive for bland food. The traditional mac 'n cheese ($11) tasted like boiled macaroni. The cajun shrimp po'boy ($9) had no amount of "cajun" to it and the shrimp was overcooked. To top the whole experience off, I witnessed a male staff member picking their nose behind the counter as we left (absolutely disgusting). I will never return to this restaurant.
Jeanne Lanthier
Jeanne Lanthier
Jan 02, 2022
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Attended a celebration of life in the event room and it was impressive. They served buffet style and the food was delicious and hot. Nice little full bar area and they serve top shelf liquors. Friendly staff that worked together really well. I definitely recommend this venue.
BrooklynG
BrooklynG
Dec 18, 2021
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Absolutely love this place! I love their menu and their prices. They also have a decent sized venue that you can rent out for weddings and baby showers or whatever you can think of for a very reasonable price and they decorate and cater I believe the time that I did see it decorated it was so elegant! Definitely recommend!
Russ S.
Russ S.
Oct 17, 2021
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I love this place the waffles are great and I bet all the other foods are good. Fun Halloween decorations. My mom loved her egg sandwich. My dad loved his shrimp sandwich. We will be back. Thank you.
Megan Lay
Megan Lay
Sep 01, 2021
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Had my wedding here. They provide and set up everything you could possibly ask for. The decorations were gorgeous and the food was AMAZING! I absolutely loved everything and the whole experience was very easy going for me. I spent so much time worrying on how I was gonna do everything until I spoke with them and they made my whole experience perfect.. Being able to do payments we pretty great as well. And they were much more affordable than what I was expecting. Highly recommend for any type of event.
Joey C.
Joey C.
Aug 12, 2021
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It is very quaint and perfect for college students. The food is always good and the coffee is great. I really appreciate the friendly atmosphere!
Muhammad Mian
Muhammad Mian
May 03, 2021
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Chicory always seems to be so busy and somehow continues to manage an excellent atmosphere. The staff is great, very helpful in terms of making recommendations off the menu and quick to fix issues with your order should any arise. We all got Po’ boys and everyone in our group was impressed, so much so that a few of us ordered seconds. They also have delicious Italian sodas that aren’t too sweet, bitter or tart—just perfect. The Mishawaka location is pleasant but the one in South Bend is even better! Would highly recommend either location.
Brian V.
Brian V.
Mar 13, 2021
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My wife and I were exploring the newly built Mill area in downtown Mishawaka when we got hungry. And when we get hungry, we'll you know, you don't want to get Hangry, right? This place is right on the edge of the parking area of the Mill. I had no idea what type of food they had, but was I pleasantly surprised to find all of these Cajun favorites! The food, oh my, the food is great. Please see the pictures I attached, and yes it tasted as great as it looked. The 3 pastry treats were perfect and one is more than plenty so 3 is nice to share. The shrimp Po'Boy was perfection
Tiffany K.
Tiffany K.
Feb 24, 2021
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This is my favorite local restaurant. I come here often and it doesn't matter what I get-it's always terrific. Great service-amazing staff. You won't be let down here.
Charles T.
Charles T.
Feb 19, 2021
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I have been there a few times now and each time was great. The new and innovative coffee drinks would be enough to visit. However, we tried the gumbo and a Shrimp PoBoy and it was like being in New Orleans! It's the kind of place you will crave between visits. Rare to find in this area! Please try them out.
Melody F.
Melody F.
Jan 04, 2021
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Fantastic food and drinks, good dining area, nice outdoor area. The employees are also super nice and helpful.

The event center is nice as well, I was at a work party there last year.

The only downside is that there's only one set of restrooms. So if an event is big enough to use the lobby, you'll have to wander through a wedding reception to use the restroom.
Trace B.
Trace B.
Sep 20, 2020
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BUYER BEWARE, Check your order before leaving so you get what you ask for. Spent $12 on coffee w $2 tip included only to get the wrong coffee. The young man on register asked me twice what I wanted and he confirmed I wanted a "who dat" w macada nut milk only to get an americano w milk. The other person got what they wanted so it really sucks to spend so much and tip well only to not get what I paid for. Even worse is he lowered his mask partially to repeat something instead of speaking louder. The menu looked good and the prices seem fair but now I don't think I'll be trying
Mary Beth B.
Mary Beth B.
Sep 19, 2020
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My husband and I were first time visitors here on a Friday in the early evening. My advise to any newbie would be to know the menu. This is not your typical bar food offering. The menu is posted above the counter and is quite detailed, even color coded. Unfortunately, we didn't know how to decode the colors! We were a bit overwhelmed and felt like we were swimming upstream. You order at a counter, fast food style. The order taker was quite busy. It seemed like we were expected to know the ins and outs of the process. Alas, we didn't. Your food is then delivered to your table.
Jason L.
Jason L.
Aug 23, 2020
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2nd time here and once again did not disappoint. For the table we ordered the hummus, jambalaya, and crawfish Mac and cheese. My daughter and I had shrimp Po' boys and we shared an order of beignets. Everything was delicious. The Mac and cheese was probably the best Mac and cheese I've ever had and the crawfish were tender and sweet. Now let's talk about the beignets. Wow!!! Like pillowy elephant ears with just the right amount of sweetness and fried to perfection. I highly recommend this place for a nice casual bite.
Habiba T.
Habiba T.
Aug 22, 2020
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I ordered from here through DoorDash last week and I was pleasantly surprised , they have lovely fresh sandwiches and a great variety of interesting Cajun fare . I specially loved the beignets !!! They were airy and warm and delicious !! Just like the ones I had in New Orleans . Although I ordered them a second time and the beignets were all in pieces and over fried . I'll order again since I know they're actually much better and it was probably the chef that day that messed up the order . Would recommend !
Megan G.
Megan G.
Aug 22, 2020
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So yummy! We love visiting both locations anytime we are in town (we live on the East Coast). I love the iced specialty coffees! And the food is yummy too. A local favorite :)
Sally R.
Sally R.
Aug 08, 2020
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I came here for an early dinner to avoid a crowd and sit outside. The food was good and they have a sign that says masks required but this young kid walks in without a mask and nobody said a word! I won't come back because they don't care about anyone's safety! What is the use of having a sign if you don't enforce it?!!!!
L. O.
L. O.
Jul 16, 2020
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Yesterday I got the lasagna for five (they make this packages, to take home on Wednesday) and it was soooo good, I just got to the parking area and they brought the dinner to my car. That was perfect for the busy day after work, I just got home with a delicious meal, it was hot and ready to serve and eat. Definitely going back, specially on Wednesdays.

Let me tell you there was enough lasagna for 8, so we have leftovers.
Danielle G.
Danielle G.
Jul 07, 2020
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Stopped in for a quick solo breakfast two weeks ago and was not disappointed. Staff wear masks and encourage social distancing... seating open inside as well as outside patio if you prefer. I placed my order of egg po' boy with tomato, mushroom and Swiss cheese and enjoyed my regular coffee outside while I waited. It was a gorgeous morning with a handful of other diners enjoying the outdoors as well. Within a reasonable amount of time, a friendly server brought out my food which was excellent... and too large to eat in one sitting. I asked for a take out container and saved the other
Jenn N.
Jenn N.
Jan 05, 2020
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Had the shrimp PO' boy and a Bloody Mary. Flavor is good on both.

Looking forward to breakfast here tomorrow morning.
Renee C.
Renee C.
Nov 30, 2019
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What a perfect spot for an anytime treat or spot to gather with friends. The beignets were amazing as were our lattes, especially the chai latte with macadamia nut milk. The soups and snacks looked incredible as did the breakfast items. Cool ambiance too.
Michael P.
Michael P.
Nov 05, 2019
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Came here with friends who live in the area for lunch. You're welcomed with a colorful mural on the outside wall; almost giving it a New Orlean style feel. Inside is very warm and inviting. Lots of menu boards with beer/drink specials. I decided to go for the Seafood Gumbo and wasn't disappointed. Exactly how I like it. Has a nice kick of spice to it and the side of cornbread that comes with the order was the perfect compliment to it. Flavors on point. Was very satisfied with it.
Highly recommend this place if looking for a nice meal at an affordable price.