LaSalle Grill

4.7

1298 Reviews

$50 and over

Contemporary American

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2 people

27 Dec 2024

19:00

Booked 17 times today

Good for special occasions
Great for fine wines
Charming

LaSalle Grill, a modern American Bistro featuring steaks and chops cooked over a live hardwood fire, is born of the dream of experienced restaurateur Mark McDonnell. Like the restaurant’s namesake, noted French explorer, Robert de LaSalle, McDonnell set out to explore the uncharted waters of downtown South Bend, Indiana. In April of 1991, McDonnell opened a lively and exciting restaurant unlike any other in the area.

LaSalle Grill is committed to providing guests with excellent service, great atmosphere, an award-winning wine list and, most importantly, delicious cuisine that is artfully and dramatically presented.

The Grill has been presented with the coveted AAA Four Diamond Award every year since 1996.

Set out to explore the art of fine dining usually found only in major metropolitan cities, visit LaSalle Grill.

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Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
Contemporary American, Contemporary French / American, Steak
Hours of Operation
Dinner Tue–Thu 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Phone number
(574) 288-1155
Website
http://www.lasallegrill.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive Chef
Brad Curtis
Catering
LaSalle Catering is the off-premise catering arm of LaSalle Grill. LaSalle Catering specializes in all sizes of catered events in a 60 mile radius of South Bend, Indiana. We are particularly adept in executing difficult events in unusual locations. As founder Mark McDonnell likes to say, "difficult is not impossible". It's the little details that count. They make the difference between "a nice event" and "a great party!" At LaSalle Catering & Events we pay attention to all of the little details of your event ... the preparations, presentations and above all the service.
Private party facilities
LaSalle Grill offers 2 private dining rooms. The larger accommodates from 15 to 80 guests. The smaller accommodates up to 22 guests. Both are located on the 2nd floor.

Location
115 West Colfax Avenue, South Bend, IN 46601
Area
South Bend
Cross Street
Located on Colfax Avenue MId-Block Between Michigan and Main St.
Parking details
There are over 600 parking spaces in a one block radius of LaSalle Grill. A parking deck is located across the street from the front door of the restaurant. Most nights parking is free after 5:00 PM. We are pleased to offer $6 Valet Parking Thursday, Friday and Saturday evenings starting at 5:00 PM.
Entertainment
LaSalle Kitchen & Tavern located on the third floor of the building, offers an eclectic mix of jazz, blues, folk, indie rock and R&B is offered on Friday and Saturday from 9:00 PM until 12:00 midnight.
Additional
Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining

Baked Brie en CroûteUS$14.00
Madeira Drunken Dates
Chilled Shrimp CocktailUS$16.00
Cocktail Sauce LaSalle
Pan Seared Sea ScallopsUS$22.00
Cucumber Kimchi, Hot Mustard & Sweet Pepper Coulis
Pan Seard Foie GrasUS$25.00
Curried Polenta, Garlic Butter & Sweet Peas, Morel Mushroom Cream
Corn & Crab CroquettsUS$18.00
Poblano Mayonnaise
Smoked Trout GaletteUS$13.00
Caramelized Onion & Brussels Sprouts, Pinot Noir Reduction
Chicken Liver PâtéUS$14.00
Cornichons, Toasted Walnuts, Dried Cherries
Caprese Stuffed Portobello MushroomUS$12.00
Red Chief Lentils, Balsamic Syrup
Crispy Duck & Apricot TerrineUS$16.00
Fried Leeks & Sunflower Seeds, Black Garlic Aïoli

Soup & Salads

Lasalle Grill House GreensUS$10.00
Dried Apricots, Pine Nuts, & Heirloom Grape Tomatoes, Ginger-Mustard Vinaigrette
Classic Caesar*US$9.00
Parmigiano-Reggiano, Garlic Croutons
Steakhouse WedgeUS$12.00
Diced Tomatoes, Hard-Boiled Eggs, Tobacco Onions, Crispy Bacon, Warm Gorgonzola Dressing
Arugula & SpinachUS$12.00
Smoked Salmon Jerky, Red Onion, Cucumber, Chèvre, Sweet Pepper Dressing
Cream of PeanutUS$10.00
Grilled Chicken, Roasted Poblano

Sides

Classic side dishes are prepared with LaSalle Grill flair. Suitable for two

Butter Whipped PotatoesUS$7.00
Gorgonzola "Mac & Cheese"US$12.00
Creamed SpinachUS$10.00
Mushroom SautéUS$8.00
Red Wine Demi-Glace
Mexican Street CornUS$10.00

Entrées

Rasperry-Chipotle Spiced DuckUS$34.00
Maple Leaf Farms - Milford, Indiana. Flageolet Beans, Brandied Orange Glaze
Cajun Mac & CheeseUS$31.00
Andouille Sausage, Lobster, Smoked Paprika & Garlic Bread Crumbs
Pistachio Crusted Red GrouperUS$31.00
Coconut-Lemongrass Rice, Sesame Sweet Chili
Tofu Pad ThaiUS$25.00
Roasted Peanuts, Sunny's Teriyaki Sauce

Hardwood Grilled Entrées

Steady heat and fragrant smoke add a distinct and complex flavor profile to our hardwood grilled specialties. All steaks are served classically with Potatoes LaSalle, Tobacco Onions, & Jim Beam Bourbon Butter. Steakhouse Toppings $5: Bernaise Compound Butter, Blue Cheese Butter, Garlic Confit, Woodland Mushroom Jus

New York Strip au PoivreUS$51.00
Fresh Ground Pepper, Brandy Peppercorn Sauce
New York StripUS$46.00
Platinum Gold Angus, Linz Heritage Reserve
Filet MignonUS$55.00
Linz Heritage Reserve
Amish Chicken BreastUS$34.00
Miller Poultry - Orland, Indiana. Tobacco Onion Mashed Potatoes, Apple Cider-Ginger Butter
Verlasso Chilean SalmonUS$39.00
Fried Spinach, Pearl Barley Curried Artichoke Cream
Ancient Peppers & Vanilla Mole Double-Cut Pork ChopUS$32.00
Wild Rice & Red Quinoa Pilaf, Blueberry Barbecue Sauce
Rack of LambUS$54.00
Hawkes Bay, New Zealand. Butter Whipped Potatoes, Roasted Tomato-Rosemary Jus

Wine

Wine Flights

Wine FlightsUS$30.00
Enjoy three glasses of wine, 3 oz each, or have us pair a wine with each course

Sparkling

M/V Cava, Segura Viudas, Penedès, Catalunya, Spain
- GlassUS$9.00
- BottleUS$36.00
M/V Vouvray Brut, Vigneau Sélection, Loire Valley, France
- GlassUS$13.00
- BottleUS$52.00

Rosé

2020 Rosé, Les Sarrins Côtes de Provence, France
- GlassUS$10.00
- BottleUS$40.00

White

2020 Chardonnay, Alias, CA
- GlassUS$9.00
- BottleUS$36.00
2018 Chardonnay, Sequoia Grove, Napa, CA
- GlassUS$12.00
- BottleUS$48.00
2020 White Burgundy, Domaine Michel Barraud, Macon-Villages, Mâconnais, France
- GlassUS$13.00
- BottleUS$52.00
2021 Pinot Grigio, Vigneti del Sole, Venezie, Italy
- GlassUS$8.00
- BottleUS$32.00
2021 Riesling Blend, Weinkellerei Kreusch, Rheinhessen, Germany
- GlassUS$9.00
- BottleUS$36.00
2021 Chenin Blanc, Simonsig, Stellenbosch, South Africa
- GlassUS$8.00
- BottleUS$32.00
2019 Falanghina, Feudi di San Gregorio, Campagnia, Italy
- GlassUS$8.00
- BottleUS$32.00
2022 Sauvignon Blanc, Mount Riley, Marlborough, New Zealand
- GlassUS$10.00
- BottleUS$40.00
2020 Moscato, Piquitos, Valencia, Spain
- GlassUS$8.00
- BottleUS$32.00

Red

2020 Cabernet Sauvignon, Vina Robles, Paso Robles, CA
- GlassUS$12.00
- BottleUS$48.00
2018 Cabernet Sauvignon, Kenwood "Jack London Vineyards", Sonoma Mountain, CA
- GlassUS$15.00
- BottleUS$60.00
2020 Cabernet Sauvignon, Quilt, Napa Valley, CA
- GlassUS$20.00
- BottleUS$80.00
2021 Pinot Noir, Böen, Tri-County, CA
- GlassUS$13.00
- BottleUS$52.00
2021 Pinot Noir, Belle Glos Dairyman, Russian River Valley, Sonoma County, CA
- GlassUS$18.00
- BottleUS$75.00
2019 Côtes-du-Rhône, Delas Saint-Esprit, France
- GlassUS$12.00
- BottleUS$48.00
2016 Côtes de Bordeaux, Chtâteau Suau, France
- GlassUS$13.00
- BottleUS$52.00
2020 Merlot, Duckhorn Vineyards, Napa Valley, CA
- GlassUS$18.00
- BottleUS$75.00
2021 Malbec, Bodegas Caro Aruma, Mendoza, Argentina
- GlassUS$10.00
- BottleUS$40.00
2019 Shiraz, D'Arenberg The Stump Jump, McLaren Vale, South Australia
- GlassUS$8.00
- BottleUS$32.00
2021 Ribera del Duero, Finca Torremilanos Montecastrillo, Castilla y León, Spain
- GlassUS$13.00
- BottleUS$52.00
2017 Aglianico del Vulture, Paternoster Synthesi, Basilicata, Italy
- GlassUS$10.00
- BottleUS$40.00

Specialty House Cocktails

The Bourbon ManhattanUS$16.00
Woodford Reserve Bourbon, Cocchi di Torino Vermouth, Fee Brothers' Old Fashion Bitters, Bada Bing Cherry
Crimson & CloverUS$14.00
Ford's Gin, Crème De Violette, Fresh Squeezed Lemon Juice, House-Made Raspberry Pureé, Egg White
Lavender LemondropUS$13.00
Tito's Vodka, Pierre Ferrand Dry Curaçao, Fresh Squeezed Lemon Juice, House-Made Lavender & Honey Syrup
French QuarterUS$15.00
Pierre Ferrand Cognac, Bulleit Rye, Peychaud's Bitters, Copper & Kings Absinthe Spritz
MaracuyáUS$14.00
Del Maguey Vida Mezcal, Fruitful Smoked Jalapeño Liqueur. Small Hand Passion Fruit Syrup, Fresh Squeezed Lime Juice, Sal De Gusano Rim
Blueberry HillUS$13.00
Plantation 3-Star Rum, Fruitful Blueberry Liqueur, Fresh Squeezed Lime Juice, Fresh Mint

Beer

On Tap

Rubaeus, Founders Brewing Co., Grand Rapids, MI - 5.7% ABVUS$8.00
Raspberry Ale
Guayabera, Cigar City Brewing, Tampa, FL - 5.5% ABVUS$8.00
American Pale Ale
Moon Biscuits, Wise Acre Brewing Company, Memphis, TN - 5.2% ABVUS$7.50
Red Ale
Hazy Hearted, Bell's Brewery, Camstock, MI - 7.5% ABVUS$8.00
New England / Hazy

Bottled

Domestic

Budweiser
Bud Light
Coors Light
Michelob Ultra
Miller Lite
Yuengling

Import

Stella ArtoisUS$5.00
Corona ExtraUS$4.50
Weihenstephanier HefewiessebierUS$5.00
Clausthaler Dry Hopped (N/A)US$5.00

American Craft

3 Floyds Gumball HeadUS$6.00
Ace Space Blood Orange CiderUS$5.00
Bell's Two Hearted AleUS$6.00
Founders Breakfast StoutUS$6.00
Greenbush Distorter PorterUS$5.00

What 1,298 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.7Food
4.7Service
4.6Ambience
4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Diners' Choice Awards

Indiana
Contemporary American
South Bend
Best Overall
South Bend
Best Food
South Bend
Best Value
South Bend
Hot spot
South Bend
Great for fine wines
South Bend
Romantic
South Bend
Good for special occasions

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

LaSalle Grill in South Bend consistently delivers an "outstanding dining experience" with its exceptional food, attentive staff, and inviting atmosphere. Diners rave about the "amazing service" and perfectly prepared dishes like steaks and seafood. The intimate setting and special touches, such as personalized menus, make it a "wonderful place" for celebrations.

1,298 Reviews

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Andy
VIP
Chicago
3 reviews
3.0
3 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
A very different and disappointing experience than I remember from the LaSalle Grill in the past. Service was very slow. Took a long time for drinks/wine to be served. Salads were delivered exactly one hour after we first arrived at the restaurant. Things seemed hectic and disorganized as if they hadn’t planned on a full dining room on a Saturday night of a home ND football game. When main courses arrived (all 4 of us ordered some type of steak, the steaks were all just ok, not very hot, or juicy or flavorful. It was a lot to spend on a pretty overall mediocre dining experience. It’s not the same LaSalle Grill that I remembered. I definitely won’t go back.
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John
Chicago
9 reviews
5.0
9 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Service was slow at end as crowd for show was halfway through meal. Server was excellent and we took him up on recommendations.
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Jenny
Indiana
49 reviews
5.0
49 reviews
Dined on 18 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food is always phenomenal. Service is wonderful. It can get a bit noisy as the restaurant fills up. Overall, I always recommend LaSalle Grill!
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Tom
Chicago
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on 14 December 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
First time there after the show at the Morris with the South bend philharmonic. None of us were disappointed. This service was great. We had Miranda as our server and she was spot on. We plan on making this a tradition. Great night.
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Kaan
Indiana
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on 14 December 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great restaurant! Food could be a little better but the service and offerings are great!
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douglas
Indiana
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 14 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
First time, I was very impressed. I ordered the salmon. Had very good flavor!
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Carol and Randy
Indiana
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 5 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
Our Server Miranda provided superb seamless service - I totally enjoyed the duck but my husband was disappointed in the quality of his NY strip steak - he found pieces of gristle in it and he said his potatoes were dry and not warm - he also made a comment that the restaurant could use some updating, noting that the bar area also looked like it needed attention. La Salle Grille has always been our choice for our very special occasions - in fact our 25th coincided with your anniversary date! The seat by the window made me feel cozy on my birthday! La Salle Grille made me feel special.
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Ilene
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Indiana
17 reviews
5.0
17 reviews
Dined on 23 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great food to celebrate my birthday. Our entrees were quail and lamb loin. Beautiful presentation. Flowers on the table! Tia remains the perfect server!
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D
DeMarco
Indiana
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on 22 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
LaSalle Grill provided an outstanding dining experience. The food was exceptional, with every dish perfectly prepared and bursting with flavor. The atmosphere was warm and inviting, creating the ideal setting for a memorable evening. The service truly went above and beyond, with the staff attentive, knowledgeable, and genuinely committed to making the experience enjoyable. Highly recommended for anyone looking for a top-tier dining experience!
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Mark
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Los Angeles
8 reviews
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on 20 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This is one of the places that we love to have a dinner with the family. The menu is great and the quality of the food and service is even better
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FAQs

LaSalle Grill offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (574) 288-1155.

LaSalle Grill is rated 4.7 stars by 1298 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a booking

2 people

27 Dec 2024

19:00

Booked 17 times today

Order delivery or takeout

115 West Colfax Avenue, South Bend, IN 46601

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross Street
Located on Colfax Avenue MId-Block Between Michigan and Main St.
Area
South Bend
Hours of Operation
Dinner Tue–Thu 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
Contemporary American, Contemporary French / American, Steak
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
There are over 600 parking spaces in a one block radius of LaSalle Grill. A parking deck is located across the street from the front door of the restaurant. Most nights parking is free after 5:00 PM. We are pleased to offer $6 Valet Parking Thursday, Friday and Saturday evenings starting at 5:00 PM.
Payment Options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Brad Curtis
Entertainment
LaSalle Kitchen & Tavern located on the third floor of the building, offers an eclectic mix of jazz, blues, folk, indie rock and R&B is offered on Friday and Saturday from 9:00 PM until 12:00 midnight.
Additional
Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining

Website
http://www.lasallegrill.com/
Phone number
(574) 288-1155
Catering
LaSalle Catering is the off-premise catering arm of LaSalle Grill. LaSalle Catering specializes in all sizes of catered events in a 60 mile radius of South Bend, Indiana. We are particularly adept in executing difficult events in unusual locations. As founder Mark McDonnell likes to say, "difficult is not impossible". It's the little details that count. They make the difference between "a nice event" and "a great party!" At LaSalle Catering & Events we pay attention to all of the little details of your event ... the preparations, presentations and above all the service.
Private party facilities
LaSalle Grill offers 2 private dining rooms. The larger accommodates from 15 to 80 guests. The smaller accommodates up to 22 guests. Both are located on the 2nd floor.

LaSalle Grill

Make a booking

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information

Starters

Small Plates

Baked Brie en CroûteUS$14.00

Chilled Shrimp CocktailUS$16.00

Pan Seared Sea ScallopsUS$22.00

Pan Seard Foie GrasUS$25.00

Corn & Crab CroquettsUS$18.00

Smoked Trout GaletteUS$13.00

Chicken Liver PâtéUS$14.00

Caprese Stuffed Portobello MushroomUS$12.00

Crispy Duck & Apricot TerrineUS$16.00

Soup & Salads

Lasalle Grill House GreensUS$10.00

Classic Caesar*US$9.00

Steakhouse WedgeUS$12.00

Arugula & SpinachUS$12.00

Cream of PeanutUS$10.00

Sides

Butter Whipped PotatoesUS$7.00

Gorgonzola "Mac & Cheese"US$12.00

Creamed SpinachUS$10.00

Mushroom SautéUS$8.00

Mexican Street CornUS$10.00

Entrées

Rasperry-Chipotle Spiced DuckUS$34.00

Cajun Mac & CheeseUS$31.00

Pistachio Crusted Red GrouperUS$31.00

Tofu Pad ThaiUS$25.00

Hardwood Grilled Entrées

New York Strip au PoivreUS$51.00

New York StripUS$46.00

Filet MignonUS$55.00

Amish Chicken BreastUS$34.00

Verlasso Chilean SalmonUS$39.00

Ancient Peppers & Vanilla Mole Double-Cut Pork ChopUS$32.00

Rack of LambUS$54.00

Wine

Wine Flights

Wine FlightsUS$30.00

Sparkling

M/V Cava, Segura Viudas, Penedès, Catalunya, Spain

M/V Vouvray Brut, Vigneau Sélection, Loire Valley, France

Rosé

2020 Rosé, Les Sarrins Côtes de Provence, France

White

2020 Chardonnay, Alias, CA

2018 Chardonnay, Sequoia Grove, Napa, CA

2020 White Burgundy, Domaine Michel Barraud, Macon-Villages, Mâconnais, France

2021 Pinot Grigio, Vigneti del Sole, Venezie, Italy

2021 Riesling Blend, Weinkellerei Kreusch, Rheinhessen, Germany

2021 Chenin Blanc, Simonsig, Stellenbosch, South Africa

2019 Falanghina, Feudi di San Gregorio, Campagnia, Italy

2022 Sauvignon Blanc, Mount Riley, Marlborough, New Zealand

2020 Moscato, Piquitos, Valencia, Spain

Red

2020 Cabernet Sauvignon, Vina Robles, Paso Robles, CA

2018 Cabernet Sauvignon, Kenwood "Jack London Vineyards", Sonoma Mountain, CA

2020 Cabernet Sauvignon, Quilt, Napa Valley, CA

2021 Pinot Noir, Böen, Tri-County, CA

2021 Pinot Noir, Belle Glos Dairyman, Russian River Valley, Sonoma County, CA

2019 Côtes-du-Rhône, Delas Saint-Esprit, France

2016 Côtes de Bordeaux, Chtâteau Suau, France

2020 Merlot, Duckhorn Vineyards, Napa Valley, CA

2021 Malbec, Bodegas Caro Aruma, Mendoza, Argentina

2019 Shiraz, D'Arenberg The Stump Jump, McLaren Vale, South Australia

2021 Ribera del Duero, Finca Torremilanos Montecastrillo, Castilla y León, Spain

2017 Aglianico del Vulture, Paternoster Synthesi, Basilicata, Italy

Specialty House Cocktails

The Bourbon ManhattanUS$16.00

Crimson & CloverUS$14.00

Lavender LemondropUS$13.00

French QuarterUS$15.00

MaracuyáUS$14.00

Blueberry HillUS$13.00

Beer