Fiddler's Hearth & Kennedy's kithchen

Unsurprisingly there is a strong Irish influence in South Bend. There are a few Irish pubs scattered around the town. By far the most authentic is Fiddler's Hearth on Main St., which celebrates the culture, food and drink not just of Ireland but of all the Celtic nations.

A great time to enjoy an evening at Fiddler's Hearth is one one of the many Fridays throughout the year when the local Irish band Kennedy's Kitchen are performing (photo above from their website). They play a mix of traditional Irish instrumental music, contemporary songs and well-known ballads, and are always high-energy.