Fatbird - Southern restaurant (US) in South Bend - 103 W Colfax Ave, USA

This was my first time here at Fatbird and I was thoroughly impressed. My husband and I came during Restaurant Week and we both got the JFC (Japanese Fried Chicken) sandwich with chips and Mac&cheese. The sandwich was a generous size, full of delicious ingredients. The chashu pork was so tender, with crispy caramelized edges. The sandwich itself was a bit spicy, which complemented the creamy mayo sauce. The mac&cheese had great flavor, herbaceous from the added thyme. The service was great, the atmosphere is chill and kind of speakeasy vibes. Next time we will try the cocktails too! All in all, we loved our experience and we highly recommend trying Fatbird during Restaurant Week.

Such a great experience from a restaurant I had no idea about. Our service was great. She knew to spilt the checks without even asking, which was amazing awareness I had rarely experienced from servers. For those like myself who prefer non-alcoholic beverages, they have punch that uses zero proof rum, whisky, or gin depending on the beverages. And the food was very complex but incredibly tasty. Highly recommend among South Bend restaurants.

The good restaurant is beautiful, so relaxing Siting at a table both doors open to get a cross breeze. The staff is great attentive and friendly. The coleslaw was good. The so- so, food is over priced and not that great. The chicken was hot,when it was served in less then 10 mins but I expected more flavor. The taste was oily and forgettable. Biscuits were crispy and flat. Which I understand they were not going for a big fluffy Biscuit, but it just wasn't great. The appetizer was a handful of store bought chips and bland onion dip over priced, I did like the bowl it was served. Overall it was expensive for mediocre food.

My son and daughter-in-law chose Fatbird to have their rehearsal dinner, and I couldn't be any happier with how the evening turned out! Lindsey had everything set up perfectly. All of the staff was so friendly and accommodating. The food and beverages were delicious too. Thank you so much! I'll be visiting next time I'm in town. ❤️

Really good food, not just "nuked entrees" off the local wholesalers truck, like most places. Actually cooked & seasoned on site. Awsm menu, stuff ya never heard of & plenty you know. Chicken is like the best in Indiana! Very creative drinks. Sunday bartender "Ezra" I think, great dude. Like a guide through the orient! 5⭐

Check this place out! Right around the corner from the Morris Performing Arts Center in South Bend and it is dang good! There is seating outside to enjoy on those cool summer nights. The food is simply delicious. We had the chicken sandwich and the hamburger and we rave about it, hot, juicy, and very tasty. Their sides are also very good. We had the mac and cheese and cole slaw…all I can say is that they both had so much flavor. The two bartenders we engaged with were friendly, patient, and simply put—fun! Mike was our guy and we really enjoyed his conversation. Go to this joint. You won’t be disappointed!

We went in on a Monday for a late lunch/early dinner. Our server was the best thing about the place. She was extremely friendly and helpful. She made sure our bill had the entree removed and also didn't charge for the two Diet Cokes. We ordered the Jambalaya with Maque Choux as a side, the Fried Chicken with Mac & Cheese and a biscuit as sides, and the Wedge Salad with fried chicken. The chicken in the Jambalaya was old and disgusting. I literally took a bite and immediately spit it out....something was very wrong with that chicken. The fried chicken entree was fine, my husband ate all of it and the biscuit as well. Unfortunately, the Mac & Cheese was beyond overcooked, and the flavor was strange. It's kind of sad when I would rather eat Kraft Mac & Cheese. The Maque Choux tasted of nothing but poultry seasoning. My salad was fine. The chicken they give is a thigh piece fried and chopped up. So, if you're not a fan of dark meat, don't get it. Also, the whole building was uncomfortably cold. They had the A/C blasting! The experience as a whole was not pleasant. My mother didn't even eat because of the nasty chicken we spit out. We definitely won't be back.

Ok who thought southern food belonged in northern Indiana? I don't know but I'm sure glad they did. Fresh made, house styled drinks that have a depth of flavor that will impress. Chicken, Waffles, and Watermelon, umm what....omg delicious. Red beans and rice was spot on with some andouilli sausage. A little heat but so flavorful. The mac and cheese and Maque Choux were leveled with varying flavors. I've officially had my socks knocked off. If you like food, like me, do yourself a favor and go to Fatbirds, at least once a week. The rarity of something that is outside the box needs to be talked about. I'm shouting from the rooftops, "GO TO FATBIRDS, AND GO HUNGRY"!!!