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"Where friends become family."
A true Mishawaka institution since 1989. Run by Tim and Kathy McDonald, Macadoo's has been serving the community with hearty, from-scratch breakfasts and lunches at honest prices for over three decades.
✔ Voted Best Breakfast in St. Joseph County
✔ Pancake of the Month — a new creation every month
✔ Breakfast menu items under $10
✔ Gluten-free options available
✔ Delivery & takeout available
✔ Wheelchair accessible
Macadoo's Family Restaurant first opened in 1989 in River Park. Over the years, owners Tim and Kathy McDonald also ran a location at Eberhart Golf Course before settling into their home on Lincolnway East — where the restaurant has become a fixture of the Mishawaka community.
Macadoo's is an Irish-rooted restaurant, run by the McDonald family along with a dedicated team of staff. The moment you walk through the door, the aroma of fresh coffee and gooey cinnamon rolls sets the tone for what's ahead: a genuinely warm, welcoming, from-scratch meal.
Beyond just food, Macadoo's is the kind of place where regulars have their usual orders and new visitors quickly become regulars. It's earned the reputation as the best breakfast in St. Joseph County — and the lines on weekend mornings show it.
From the aroma of fresh coffee to the warm smile when you walk in — everything here is intentional.
The tagline says it all. Macadoo's biscuits and gravy are what bring people back year after year. Thick, hearty, and made from scratch every morning.
Every month, the team creates a brand-new pancake special. Past flavors include Orange Creamsicle, S'mores, Blueberry Lemon, Lemon Meringue, Harry Potter Butterbeer, and Snickers with Almonds.
Fresh-brewed coffee at just $0.99 a cup. Guests consistently mention the coffee as a highlight — cappuccinos are available for $1.75.
Breakfast plates under $10. A full breakfast with eggs, potatoes, and meat under $8. Prices that make regulars say they can't believe a local restaurant can still do it.
Fresh-baked jumbo cinnamon rolls brought to the table — one of the signature aromas and menu highlights at Macadoo's.
Voted best breakfast in St. Joseph County. Guests drive from South Bend and beyond specifically to eat here — and they come back every year.
Visitors from Mishawaka, South Bend, and well beyond keep coming back — and they love to talk about it.
Have visited Macadoo's every year since 2012. Have not been disappointed — every visit has been great. The food, the atmosphere, they do treat you like family. Yes, the wait can be long but it's worth it. Biscuits and gravy are heaven here.
— TripAdvisor ReviewerMy BFF and I went to Macadoo's this morning. The service was great, my food was phenomenal, and one thing I noticed in particular was how great the prices are! I can't believe a local restaurant can still operate with those prices! I got a half order of the country skillet — it smelled so good I forgot to take a picture and just started eating.
— Google ReviewerCame in for breakfast and never wanted to leave. Our new favorite breakfast place while visiting Mishawaka and ND. We had amazing coffee, biscuits and gravy, and pancakes. Customer service is awesome and the place is so cute. Get there early or you will have to wait — it's worth the wait.
— TripAdvisor ReviewerLove this little place. Food is good, service is great. A sweet place. Best pancakes, best biscuits and gravy! This has become my go-to breakfast joint. Their omelets are always perfect and their monthly pancake special is always different and always tasty.
— Regular GuestGreat food, excellent variety. Interior was very clean and the staff friendly. The location is easy to get in and out of. Staff was hustling and kicking butt taking care of guests. Food was hot and fresh. Nice hot coffee. The biscuits and gravy — yum. Busy but worth it. Affordable.
— Restaurant Guru ReviewerWe went to Macadoo's before a long road trip — there was nothing more satisfying than their yummy brunch! The monthly pancake is also a welcomed surprise. We were first introduced to the Orange Creamsicle pancake and have been hooked on their monthly offerings since.
— TripAdvisor ReviewerMonday through Friday: 6:00 AM – 1:30 PM. Saturday: 6:00 AM – 1:00 PM. Sunday: 7:00 AM – 1:00 PM. Holiday hours may differ — check the Facebook page or call ahead at (574) 259-7669.
2108 Lincolnway East, Mishawaka, Indiana 46544. About 18 minutes from South Bend and easily accessible from US-20.
Yes, Macadoo's accepts reservations. During peak weekend hours, wait times can be around 20–30 minutes, so arriving early or calling ahead is recommended. Call (574) 259-7669.
Every month, the Macadoo's team creates a new, creative pancake flavor. Examples include Orange Creamsicle, S'mores, Blueberry Lemon, Lemon Meringue, Harry Potter Butterbeer, and Snickers with Almonds. Check their Facebook page for the current month's selection.
Yes — Macadoo's offers both delivery and takeout. Call (574) 259-7669 to place a takeout order. Delivery is also available through Grubhub.
Yes, Macadoo's provides gluten-free options. It is recommended to inform the staff about any dietary needs when ordering.
Macadoo's is owned and run by Tim and Kathy McDonald — a family-operated restaurant in the truest sense. The restaurant first opened in 1989 in River Park and has been a Mishawaka community institution ever since.
We'd love to see you at the table.