Le Peep
Nestled in downtown South Bend, at 127 S. Michigan St., Le Peep is a quaint, simple, yet elegant little spot that is the go to place for breakfast, brunch, and lunch. Owned and operated by Peg Dalton, Le Peep is the perfect place to enjoy your Sunday morning meal. The menu is quite large for a place that only serves breakfast and lunch and the daily changing coffee flavors are always delectable. Throughout the many times I have enjoyed a meal at Le Peep I have mainly stuck to breakfast foods, though the few times I have branched out into the brunch and lunch menu have been enjoyable too. In addition to food, Le Peep has a wonderful coffee and drink bar where you can get a vast selection of enjoyable morning beverages.
The décor is sweet and often decorated for the seasons, events, or charity drives going on at the time. Though the tables are close together, you never feel crowed. Le Peep also features a separate room that can be closed off for private functions and can be rented out for evening events.
Usually the wait time is very short unless it is football season, then you can plan to wait 20-30 minutes on the weekends. I’ve always found the wait to be worth it. Though I am not sure as to the reason, I’ve always found the food and overall experience to be more enjoyable on Sundays. Peg will usually stop by your table to see how things are going and she is wonderful at remembering if you are a return visitor, and we all know it’s nice to be remembered.
Most meals are accompanied with peasant potatoes and toast or muffin, however it’s not always known that you can substitute the potatoes for tomatoes or fresh fruit. I highly suggest the fruit if you are not a potatoes person as it is always ripe and sweet no matter the time of year.
Sumary: Le Peep is the ideal balance of good food and atmosphere that fits in perfect with the downtown vibe. They have excellent and consistent foods that are plentiful and filling and you always leave filling satisfied. Le Peep is the perfect place to start your morning.
Recommended Dish: Colorado Omelet with a side of Hollandaise Sauce and a cup of Hazelnut coffee.