Berry Star Cafe

6501 Grape Rd, Mishawaka, IN 46545, United States
$$$ Cafe
(66 Reviews)
Price Range $1–10

Berry Star Cafe in Mishawaka feels like a straightforward spot for anyone chasing a solid smoothie fix without fuss. Located on Grape Road near the mall, it’s the kind of place where locals swing by for a quick, no-nonsense pick-me-up rather than lingering over coffee for hours.

The vibe here leans casual and busy—service can come across as a bit rushed, especially during peak times, so it’s better suited for grabbing a smoothie or simple sandwich on the go rather than settling in for a relaxed hangout. The crowd appears to be a mix of mall shoppers, nearby workers, and smoothie regulars who appreciate the variety of flavors and options to add supplements for energy or immune boosts. If you’re someone who likes tailoring your drink to your needs, Berry Star offers plenty of choices to mix and match.

Smoothies are the main event, and customers often return for specific favorites like peanut butter banana with chocolate or peach blends. These stands-out flavors seem to be what keeps many coming back. You can also grab simple lunch items like toasted veggie sandwiches with sides, making it a convenient local stop for a light meal. While the soda selection might be hit or miss depending on your sweet tooth, the overall food and drink quality leans toward straightforward and satisfying rather than artisanal or upscale.

Best times to visit are probably outside typical lunch rush hours if you want a moment to breathe and avoid the sense of the staff moving briskly through orders. Because the seating and atmosphere emphasize efficiency over ambiance, this cafe works well for a quick break during errands or as a reliable spot to fuel up before or after shopping nearby.

Highlights
Great coffee
Great tea selection
Popular for
Lunch
Solo dining
What they serve
Coffee
Healthy options
Quick bite
Best for
Lunch
Dessert
Table service
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible car park
Wheelchair-accessible entrance
Wheelchair-accessible seating
Parking
Free of charge street parking

Openings Hours

Checking

Monday

11:00 AM - 08:00 PM

Tuesday

11:00 AM - 08:00 PM

Wednesday

11:00 AM - 08:00 PM

Thursday

11:00 AM - 08:00 PM

Friday

11:00 AM - 09:00 PM

Saturday

11:00 AM - 09:00 PM

Sunday

12:00 PM - 06:00 PM

66 Reviews
B Schatz

08 Jan 2026

Their peanut butter banana with chocolate added smoothie is so refreshing! That has always kept us returning. I will say though after reading some of the other reviews, this visit I paid attention and they really don't do a good job cleaning out the blenders. They were all just setting around with previous smoothie sitting in them. The service is impersonal and rushed. It's sad because we've always liked the smoothie but now it'll be more difficult to see past some negatives.

Denise Hellen

04 Dec 2025

My family and I are from North Dakota and came to Michigan to visit family. My sister-in-law brought me and my youngest daughter to Berry Star to have "the best peach smoothie" - she was right! It was absolutely THE BEST peach smoothie I've ever had! Can't wait to come back and have another one! Thank you!

Bridgette Buck

19 Nov 2025

I get my smoothies from here every time I want one! I get a blueberry banana smoothie! We recently tried out Smoothie King. We uh didn’t really like it lol The very next day I went straight back to the mall food court, to get the smoothie of destiny! Smoothie King just wasn’t it. Didn’t even finish it. Y’all are the best. I will continue to get my smoothies from here!

Ron Seman

20 Oct 2025

Wow what a selection of all kinds of things to drink ! I bought the #1 with a veggie sandwich on toasted roll, Fritos, and regular Coke. Everything was excellent. The Coke was not the best ever. I am picky. It sort of tasted like their was Diet Coke or something mixed in it was not SWEET Coca Cola flavor like I am used to. Chick-Fil-A had over 25 people in line! So I just decided to come here and I am glad I did.

Noah Jeffcoat

30 Sep 2025

This place has the best smoothies in town!!! There are great options to add supplements for a variety of reasons: Protein, Immune system, Energy you name it!!! Also I love how many flavor choices they offer, you can even mix flavors!

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