Oh Mamma's On The Avenue

Joe and Jody, along with their family and everyone over at Oh Mamma’s never cease to amaze me. They are always both welcoming and professional. Their warmth is a sign of the passion they have for cheese and every delicious thing. They always give their all to crafting unique cheeses (the Blank Slate and Walker Tomme being a couple of our favorites) and providing everything from heavenly sandwiches (ask for yours with lard for the ultimate crisp) to the best olive mixes, deli salads, salumi, crackers etc. Go in anytime and satisfy even the vaguest of hankerings for cheeses. Alternatively, call them ahead to order a curated cheese plate.

The BEST place in town for cheeses, meats, and more! They have samples of everything all the time, and the staff are always nice. They also have some vegan options, like their cashew cheese, cheesecake, and more. I highly recommend their pepperoni stick, and their frozen (bake at home) lasagna. Such an awesome place!

Came in to grab a couple of sandwiches. Was very pleasantly surprised. I tried a sample of the spicy cheese curd, it was very good. Ill have to go back and get some. The were 3 ladies working there, they were all very nice. The answered all the questions I had and when I told one it had been my birthday she gave me a sample of a canolie. It was the best one I have ever had. The sandwiches I got were very good even though I let them get cold before I ate them. I did not get any pictures of them. I did however get pictures of their menu and some of the place. I did not get pictures of their seating area but I did peek in there. It look cozy and pleasant. One of the cases had cheese made from my hometown of Walkerton which was a nice surprise. Ill have to go back and try more things.

Delicious little deli. Came into town for work and needed a quick stop before heading back to the office. Sandwiches were so tasty and the bread was amazing! Very fresh bread. Got the Italian with muffaletta topping, toasted. Small sitting area with tables and a stool bar. Don't let the outside view scare ya off! The service was wonderful and very helpful in answering questions. A great local dining spot. Please support this place! Shop also has other homemade goods for purchase. Don't forget to snag a cannoli before you leave. $1 each.

"Oh mamma!" That's what you'll say walking in to this tiny Italian delicatessen. Offering a large selection of imported cheeses and salamis along with local goods, this little diner is a place you must visit. Their staff is very friendly and knowledgeable of their products. My wife and I had two cheese panini (one with muffuletta salad and the other with a fruit jam). We also tried goat cheese filled cherry pepers and olive cheese and salami antipasto. Soooooo good!

Knowledgeable about their meats and cheeses. Their pricing is fair to good, slightly below average from the places I've been. It's still pretty easy to drop 50-75 bucks in about 5 minutes. Well worth it. If you are a foodie in south bend, I've no doubt you will find something to please your taste buds here. This goat cheese chèvre and some crusty bread really is my go-to... everything else is just bonus.

This place is incredible. The selection of meats, cheeses, and other locally sourced foods is unmatched — not just for South Bend, but for any city. The staff was friendly, knowledgeable, helpful, and the large charcuterie board we got was a massive hit. We decided to order a few sandwiches for our group while we were there since we were so impressed by the selection and staff. The meat and cheese were sliced on the spot and we sampled the local honey and brie while we waited, and - you guessed it — those were fantastic. The sandwiches exceeded expectations, as did everything else. This place is an absolute MUST VISIT if you’re in the area. Sign up for one of their classes where they teach you how to pair foods. For example, during Halloween, they did a candy and cheese pairing. We were skeptical, so they gave us a few samples. We were blown away. Who would’ve known that airheads would pair with goat cheese?? Anyways, we’ll be back here whenever we’re in town. Give them a shot, you won’t be disappointed. Keys open doors.

I love this place! I picked up a cheese and meats box for the Thanksgiving holiday time, and it was perfect! It had many other garnishes too. I picked up crackers from the store as well and everybody in my family was thrilled. It was also super easy to place an order with them because they are so knowledgeable about their products and they ask the right questions. Thank you!

Amazing service, outstanding sandwiches Lots of artisanal cheese samples and deli meats Great customer service and made sure we got exactly what we wanted. Will be back and telling all our friends!!

Amazing little Italian deli packed with a rotating assortment of meats and cheeses. I always come for the farm house sandwich which I like made spicy and not toasted. You can request it to be mild or have the option to be toasted. Depending on availability, I have added fresh spinach or thinly sliced dried beef to my sandwich as well. This place gets busy quickly during lunch hours.

Came here because my nephew recommended it. Walking in, it was very confusing without many explanations on what is on the menu. There was a long line which was fine. We finally ordered and paid. We waited a long time for our food, checked in multiple times and were finally asked who we were. The food was sitting there for who knows how long. My husband and I got the special veggie. We asked for peppadews. It had two slices of cheese and three sprigs each of artichokes and peppers. No peppadews. My father in law ordered his ham and cheese not grilled. They gave it to him grilled and shrugged. It gets a solid C. Meh. My son's cheese stuffed pretzel from the farmer's market was bigger, cheaper and better.

These are some of the best sandwiches in South Bend. If you like paninis, this is a great spot. The staff is always friendly, and they have an amazing cheese and meat selection. This is the best spot to order charcuterie boards for events. The location next to the Farmer's Market is nice and convenient. You can sit down and eat there, but I'd recommend taking your sandwich to go. Their homemade pickles are delicious and I'm a fan of ordering whatever their featured sandwich is when I'm there. You can order your sandwich spicy, which I love. This is a great little spot if you're in the area!

Amazing. 10 out 10 I'd eat again and again. I could've snacked on the homemade Cheese samples all day..

Great food. Better people. Had a fantastic lunch here. But more memorable was that the owner was so helpful when I lost my rental car keys! We're on a college tour so might not have a chance to come back. But this will be the first place we visit if my son goes to Notre Dame. Thank you!

It's been almost a month after my visit to Oh Mamma's, and I can't stop thinking about the mild Farmhouse sub I enjoyed for lunch. This is an adorable meat/cheese shop right around the corner from the year-round South Bend Farmers Market. You can't miss it with the new colorful mural by local artist Alex Ann Allen! Our group pre-ordered sandwiches for a picnic, and the staff graciously allowed us to pick them up about 15 minutes before they officially opened for the day. We had placed our order the day before via phone, and it was easy peasy. The Farmhouse sub doesn't have meat, but it still stands out to me as one of the best deli sandwiches I've ever had. Comes with fresh cheese and vegetables, and it was so flavorful and filling, I didn't miss meat one bit. I've also heard this is a great spot to pick up charcuterie boards to impress friends and family for special events.

This Botique Cheese Shop is a gem for this community! Flavors personified over a spectrum of ingredients. One stop shopping foe charcuterie, or just pick up a wedge of blue for a simple appetizer.

We were passing through and found this amazing little shop. We got sandwiches, the Italian and SOD. Both were delicious and very good portions. So many wonderful cheeses, meats and other charcuterie. Service was excellent and everyone was so friendly. We even bought some things for later. Definitely will be returning!

I was in town for work and had to check this place out based on the incredible reviews. Staff is extremely friendly from the moment you walk into this cute shop and the food was high quality. I ordered the 3MC Panini- spicy and was really impressed. I also decided to get a small piece of cheese and olives on the side- both great. The cannoli was a great finish as well. You can't go wrong here and really reasonably priced.

Great food, adorable nostalgic little deli. I would recommend this if you ever are in the area. The service was wonderful, too. All the staff were incredibly kind!

This was my second carryout visit to Oh Mamma's on the Avenue. Their dining room is currently closed but you can easily make carryout sandwich purchases or grab cheese, antipasto, etc purchased from the fridge or display counters. You'll find everything from olive tapenade and salted cod to delicious cannolis and herb infused cheese. I had the three cheese sandwich with roasted eggplant and muffuletta. Once we were down the road I realized they accidentally put giardenera on my sandwich in place of the other sides. I also tried their mini cannolis during this visit which were quite delicious. We ended up waiting around 25 minutes for the sandwiches which did seem long given their simplicity. Overall, the sandwich was tasty but the wait and not super friendly service made it a food but not great experience this round.

Thank goodness for mini trips that involve cheese. We may not have been able to do our normal thing when in South Bend, but I am so glad we got to try a place we had never been and eat cheese. My husband got the 3mc panini- pepperoni, salami, ham, extra cheese (provolone), no spread. I got the triple cheese panini- swiss, provolone, mozzarella, olive spread. Everyday the topping for their sandwiches so keep that in mind. Awesome bonus was we said we never had been there so the lady gave us a tiramisu on her. She was so sweet and the treat was amazing. I really enjoyed my sandwich and the olive spread was a unique touch. My husband devoured his sandwich. The chips were a great side for our sandwiches. They are made right in Traverse City. I am interested in coming back not only to try another sandwich but possibly for a cheese plate. Thanks for a great experience even during this tough time.

If you want a really good sandwich, this is the place to go. I've been going to them since they were in the Farmer's Market, but I love the new space, and their selection of meats and cheeses is out of this world.

The cheese is truly wonderful. Small authentic batches. Good olive oil from Greece,Spain, and Italy the deli has great Olive salad, I used it in pasta calabrese, pasta puttinesca, combined with good San marzano tomatoes overfarfalle best.Charcuterie

What a lovely find in Mishawaka IN! They have an excellent menu of lunch sandwiches, salads, and drinks, and a terrific selection of antipasti for your next party whether it's a chill evening by yourself or all the family and friends. The service is equally excellent and I'd be a frequent shopper at this charming gem had I not been in town for a quick work trip. Love it!

Best sandwich ever. The ladies working the counter we very nice & educated us on the cheeses and the meats. Very great experience!

We came here a few years ago with the team and I wanted to come back this trip. AGAIN everyone was amazed. I had the Italian (many ordered the same) most of the rest had the 3 cheese. One athlete said their peach jam was the holy grail. The Italian with the giardenia was PERFECT!

This was such a wonderful visit and surprise for me!! I was in the area for a work thing needed to pick up a quick lunch so came to yelp and asked what's near me! This place popped up, I love all cheese so thought why not it was close and they serve sandwiches. Went in and was blown away by the amount of cheese to pick from. The owner was amazing and so sweet. She explained the different cheeses to me and I decided on the triple cheese grilled to a perfect toasty perfection all melty and warm with the best buttery soft but crunchy homemade bread. Also sampled a couple of signature cheeses goat and cow bought both of them. They were both delicious and I knew they needed to come home with me also I couldn't pick which one I loved better so bought them both. The shop stocks a varied supply of must haves and need to try items! Worth a drive to this gem I definitely will return often!

I travel extensively, a medical professional, and have been to 36 states. Raised in Sicily, with Sicilians parents, this place would meet my mothers approval!! I stop here weekly to grab cannoli, and other assorted goods. I am especially fond of the cheeses that are sold here. The staff is AMAZING!!! You have a question about a certain cheese, they have the answer. Lauren & Howard always are a pleasure, and I respect their suggestions!! If you have not stopped in here, it's a MUST!!!

The staff was so friendly, walked us through the sandwiches, and gave us wonderful recommendations. The meat and cheese was high quality and half a sandwich was filling. It is such a quaint sandwich spot if you're in the area and enjoy the feel of a real mom and pop deli this is the place!

The best experience I have ever had. I came here with a friend and we didn't have much knowledge on different cheeses or meats. She pointed us in the right direction the entire time, gave us samples of anything she could to make sure we liked it and knew what we were walking away with. The food is always so fresh from the paninis to the sides they have and it is all cut right in front of you so they check thickness and all. Hands down the only place I will come and feel completely comfortable shopping for these things!! Amazing job!!

Great food, great service. Can't imagine why there wasn't a line around the building. Had a pressed Italian sandwich with some pasta salad and tiramisu. 10/10.

P They are very nice wonderful atmosphere the wife makes the best sandwiches I just love it The sandwiches are to die for very good they probably carry any kind of cheese you can possibly imagine

Sometimes a sandwich is just a sandwich, and sometimes it's an experience. This place serves the experience kind and does it in all the best ways possible. The friendly and well-informed young man who served us recommended the 3M+C and we both chose the muffuletta option for the tapenade. Flavor-City!!! He had us laughing while tasting cheese, gave us a couple of stuffed mini-peppers, and totally made it an awesome, and memorable experience. I was happy we had a cooler in the car to keep the other halves of our sandwiches cool. We enjoyed them just as much for dinner late that night at our hotel in Clarion, PA. I prefer shopping at local businesses wherever I am, and this place had me happily handing over the cash, before eating probably the best sandwich ever to grace my palate - well eating half since it was huge! Who knew that South Bend, IN would be home to such an amazing cheese shop and Italian deli. Well worth venturing off the freeway on our California to Connecticut adventure!

Delicious little deli. Came into town for work and needed a quick stop before heading back to the office. Sandwiches were so tasty and the bread was amazing! Very fresh bread. Got the Italian with muffaletta topping, toasted. Small sitting area with tables and a stool bar. Don't let the outside view scare ya off! The service was wonderful and very helpful in answering questions. A great local dining spot. Please support this place! Shop also has other homemade goods for purchase. Don't forget to snag a cannoli before you leave. $1 each.

We were visiting South Bend for the day and were looking for a quick lunch, and we were so happy to stumble upon this place. This is a cheese shop, so they have your standard selection of quality and gourmet cheeses as well as cured meats. They also have baguettes and other accruements. If you're looking for lunch, they make awesome homemade sandwiches as well as shareable cheese boards. We ordered a sandwich and a cheese board and everyone enjoyed their order. The staff is so friendly and though the place is small, it is very hospitable. I highly recommend coming here for your cheese needs or a quick bite to eat!

Great cheese shop, olives peppers, meats ! All you need for a great charcuterie! They also make great sandwiches! Try the Italian! Service and detailed explanation of various cheese types was great.

The service was incredible, Mille and Grace were awesome! The food was outstanding, highly recommend the farmhouse sandwich! Bring a cooler take home delicious meats and cheeses!

Stopped here on a whim on a Friday afternoon. What a find! Enjoyed the tasty three cheese panini and the woman behind the counter who treated us like old friends. So welcoming and so helpful! Samples lead to purchases and a charcuterie spread back home.

I think we can all agree that life is just better with cheese. That's so evident when you walk into Oh Mamma's. It's a small shop near the farmer's market, space and parking are super limited, but they pack a lot into their tiny space. I stopped in for lunch, thinking I'd just grab a sandwich. I left with much more. For starters, I grabbed the 3MC sandwich, 3 meats and cheeses on The Elder Bread sourdough, it was so good. Portions are large, I grabbed chips and a drink with mine and only ate half of the sandwich. They added in a cannoli (which I ate first), super creamy inside, crunchy outside... perfect! After lunch, I headed to the counter to pay and was met with a variety of samples. They have so many delicious gourmet meats, cheeses, and olives. I grabbed a goat cheese with blood orange crust and smoking goose jowl bacon. Yes, someone in South Bend has Smoking Goose! The next time I need a charcuterie board, I'll be here. You can totally taste the difference over the grocery store!

Great sandwiches made with quality meats, cheese, and bread! The owner was so nice, helped us choose our lunch, and let us sample some of the great deli meats and cheeses around the shop. A worthwhile stop!

A wonderful Italian market for us Jersey Italians! Terrific spot with sandwiches to order and a number of delicious Italian a la carte items.

Oh Mamma's is a tasty Michiana gem. The space may feel small, though it's quaintly cozy. Amazing array of artisan cheeses and snacks. And top notch customer service!

Every single time I have visited looking for a hard to find italian cold cut I can count on Oh Mamma's to come through! Friendly staff, too!

As soon as you walk in you are hit with the smells of the meats and cheeses; it is a classic Italian Deli. I ordered the Italian sandwich and the tiramisu. The sandwich had good flavor, though it was a bit oily. It certainly was filling. The tiramisu was fairly dry and partially frozen from storage - nothing to write home about. The staff was very friendly and clearly enthusiastic about their craft. I was verbally asked if I wanted to add a tip at the register, which definitely put me on the spot. I don't typically tip at over-the-counter restaurants but felt pressured to add something. All in all a decent experience, the place benefits from a pleasant vibe and solid ingredients.

My wife and I were on a road-trip that brought us through Indiana, so obviously we had to stop by South Bend to see where the most overrated college football team plays. After visiting the beautiful campus of Notre Dame and before heading to our next destination, we stopped by Oh Mamma's and it was by far our best experience in Indiana. Delicious food, great customer service, cute ambiance, and decent prices. If we ever find ourselves in Indiana again we will definitely make it a point to stop by Oh Mama's.

Found this gem in South Bend and was so pleasantly surprised! Delicious food, make to order cheese plates and fantastic service! Definitely need to stop here if you're in town - you won't regret it!

Stopped here based on all the fantastic reviews. Unfortunately, my experience didn't live up to the hype. They were fairly busy and most folks were waiting outside. We ordered a few sandwiches and some cannolis. But the process was a little confusing and the customer service left a bit to be desired. After ordering we waited outside for our order to be fixed. Seeing as we only ordered two sandwiches I was disappointed on the 25 minute wait. Once we got the sandwiches we dug in. The sandwiches cost around $8 and were not nearly as large or filling as I expected. I'm hoping they were just having a rough day and this isn't their normal situation.

Very interesting place. Went there on a Saturday after visiting the Farmers Markey next door. This area is become very trendy with many small food oriented shops.

Love the meat and cheese plate!! Great selection. Always some out with lots of extras I didn't plan on because it looks soo good

Stopped in yesterday and had high expectations but left feeling underwhelmed. Despite taking 10+ minutes our 3 cheese sandwich was no where near cooked enough, the cheese in the middle was un-melted and the bread wasn't toasty. The seating area was uninviting and felt like you were sitting in a closet. I wish there was more of a drink selection (how about just regular bottled water?) Also you wait to pay until the end but then if there's a line (as there was) you have to wait to pay instead of just being able to leave. Everyone working was pleasant and they were very busy so I know they are doing something right. I'd like to give it another shot sometime. As a cheese shop/deli this place looks(and smells) amazing but for in-house dining I'd pass.

A hidden gem! Great selection and fun place to enjoy a sandwich or snack. We will be back!

There is a large selection of cheeses and meats as well as many other offerings. If you want delicious foods that you won't find just anywhere and are somewhat unique, this is the place to shop.

Just ordered three of their wooden box cheese and meat platters....told them I prefer soft creamy cheeses...$200 later got 3 boxes that was 25% olives and full of hard cheeses. bummer :(

Any questions that you have they will help. Very knowledgeable. Sandwiches and to go foods are delicious. Love making charcuterie boards so this is where we go.

When you don't want the run of the mill sandwich, Oh Mamma's is the place! So glad we found this little gem. We had a 3MC sandwich, an Italian sub and small plate. This was a lot of food for two people! The meats and cheeses were great as well as the olives. We will definitely be back.

I can't believe I haven't experienced this gem of a shop until today. It's a super cozy (tiny) place with an incredibly welcoming and knowledgeable staff. I was immediately invited to try as many of the plentiful samples that I wanted. All were fabulous! I finally decided on two types of antipastos, goat cheese stuffed mini red peppers and a fresh made Italian sub sandwich. Oh Mamma's is my new Saturday treat! Shop the South Bend Farmer's Market then grab a snack at Oh Mamma's next door. You will be pleased you did

Oh. My. Goodness. I have tried writing a review three times that would heap enough praise upon this delicious gem, but alas what can be said about a place that already has a 5 star rating? My husband and I were whisked away from a blazing South Bend afternoon by this magnificent cheese shop. Upon entering, we were received with friendly smiles and warm greetings. We had had the idea to purchase some cheeses and wine for our anniversary, but had no idea which cheeses and meats we would like to have. The staff were professional, informative, and all around great. We ended up with a cheese platter so wonderful we have had to split it into a few nights. Each cheese became more delicious with each bite and the meats just melted in our mouths.