The General Deli & Cafe

Their coffee is a transcendent experience, most especially their caramel flavoring. The sandwiches are good and the people are friendly. Great cafe!

I tried to order a decaf coffee, and they said they were sold out. My husband got a panini and said his was good. I got the hummus plate and I got 3 carrots, 3 bell peppers, and 6 small pieces of pita bread. I went up and asked why I did not get the cucumber and celery like states on their menu. They said it is implied that it is “seasonal” vegetables. I would say this is not worth almost 10 dollars, but my husband’s food was worth the price. Just not the best experience. The only reason I am giving 2 stars is because my first experience here was wonderful, but today’s was really bad.

I love The General, and it's easily my favorite coffee shop in all of Michiana. When I host people visiting Notre Dame or want to grab coffee with someone in Michiana, The General is always my go-to as the place to meet up. Besides the food and coffee, the staff is always friendly and accommodating, which helps The General to stand a tier above most others. If you're looking for a great eat and aren't married to a traditional lunch or breakfast item, make sure to try the Hummus Plate.

Small shop with a minimally decorated interior, counter order & retrieval when your name is called. Staff was very friendly & attentive, and seemed to have a regular clientele on a Sunday midday. Good variety of coffee options, more sandwich choices than I expected plus daily soup & some salads & fresh baked goods. My wife & I ordered lunch to-go, splitting a Mona Sandwich (turkey-bacon-cheddar plus toppings on panini) that came with a bag of chips & some pickle slices. Excellent meal made-to-order with fresh ingredients & generous portions. We would definitely return on our next visit to South Bend.

My husband and I went here a few days ago for a brunch date. The atmosphere was great, service was friendly, and the food was delicious! However, we arrived hungry and left hungry. The food, while great, was presented in pretty small portions. So if you're looking to pop in for a delicious snack, this would be a great spot.