Diners' Choice: Neighborhood gem restaurants in Fort Wayne

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Updated October 05, 2024

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Hideout 125

4.9

4.9 (1348)

$31 to $50

Steakhouse

Fort Wayne

About the restaurant

Our goal is to create a unique dining experience that will please the palate and soothe the soul. We serve the finest beef, the freshest seafood, premium wines, craft cocktails and locally grown produce.

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RUSSELL

Dined 6 days ago

Amazing tasty food. Great staff, and we had a great time

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4.8

4.8 (926)

$31 to $50

Contemporary American

Roanoke

About the restaurant

Located in Roanoke, a charming, historic rural community in northeast Indiana (15 minutes from Ft. Wayne, 1.5 hours north of Indianapolis and 3 hours east of Chicago), Joseph Decuis is the showcase for local farm raised food, and is a gourmet experience to remember. Our menu features seasonal dishes with ingredients raised on our farm (and other like minded farms), creatively and artfully prepared by our Chefs. The heart of the restaurant is housed in an old bank building (the vaults are now wine cellars) where you’ll feel as though you’ve stepped back in time to a simpler way of life where time around the table meant something. You’ll enjoy a top-quality meal in quiet, comfortable surroundings with outstanding hospitality.

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Kristinevip

Dined on Oct 4, 2024

Joseph Decuis holds a special place in my/our heart(s). Before, I had my first date with my now husband, and before we were married in the courtyard, I dinned there as a single or with a friend. The service was always amazing. It became my second home, but this one had amazing food. Last night, we had squash soup, the charcuterie, waygu, and trout. All were amazing. They also have specialty cocktails and scrumptious desserts, yum! The wine list is filled with wonderful choices. We celebrated our 5th anniversary at the scene of the crime/marriage, as we always do, and it never disappoints. Thank you!

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4.8

4.8 (462)

$31 to $50

American

Fort Wayne

About the restaurant

We are a 21 and over establishment! Copper Spoon is a New American restaurant focusing on seasonal, contemporary fare that highlights our Northeast Indiana producers. We work local farmers and artisans to source proteins, produce, and baked goods to provide you with the highest quality ingredients.

Our cocktail program has been nominated for a Tales of the Cocktail award for best bar/restaurant cocktail menu. We have one of the largest selections of whiskey, bourbon, rye, and scotch in Indiana. Our cocktail menu features over one hundred classic cocktails, seasonal house cocktails created by our bar team and an extensive list of spirits, wines and beers.

We are passionate about hospitality and our craft. We put a lot of care in absolutely everything we do! Be prepared to sit back, relax, and enjoy the experience.

We are located at the Harrison Building downtown Fort Wayne. Our back yard is Parkview Field, which gives us the best patio seating around. Go Tin Caps!

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Brookevip

Dined 3 days ago

Food is always delicious and our cocktails were perfection. The server was a bit lacking compared to past visits, but still pretty good. Our cocktails sat empty while he walked by a few times and we had to wave him down, which is not how service typically is at this type of restaurant. It was not too busy.

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4.7

4.7 (15)

$31 to $50

Seafood

Fort Wayne

About the restaurant

Paula's on Main, in Fort Wayne, is a contemporary and elegant restaurant serving fresh seafood with delectable preparations in its casual and relaxing eatery. The boursin cheese medallion with crostini and raspberry chipotle sauce and the beer-steamed and seasoned peel-n-eat shrimp with cocktail sauce make tantalizing starter options. Some of Paula's on Main's specialty entrée dishes include the crab-stuffed whitefish with dill-caper hollandaise, the Thai tilapia in a crispy sesame crust with a Thai-spiced tartar sauce, the Alaskan king crab legs with drawn butter and the blackened salmon topped with a bleu cheese glaze, all made even better paired with wine. Handhelds like the Baja fish tacos and tilapia fish sandwich with jalapeno tartar make great casual options.Not in the mood for seafood? Paula's on Main also has plenty of dishes for landlubbers, such as the tournedoes Louis Armstrong filet medallions and the orange almond chicken.

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Crystal

Dined 3 days ago

Always a great experience dining at Paula’s but last night was phenomenal. We were there to celebrate our 21st wedding anniversary and everything was beyond expectations. The food, the service and everything was phenomenal.

Shorty's Steakhouse

4.7

4.7 (243)

$31 to $50

Steakhouse

Garrett

About the restaurant

Shorty's Steakhouse is a unique dining experience. Established more than 20 years ago, along the historic Randolph Street in downtown Garrett, Indiana. Shorty's Executive Head Chef James Morrow has created & curated our menu over 10 years, carefully straddling the line of fine steakhouse dining, with small-town Indiana fare.

We are located in Garrett, Indiana, 10 minutes from the historic Auburn downtown and the ACD museum. Also, 20 minutes north of Fort Wayne, Indiana, 15 minutes from Kendallville, Indiana and 25 minutes south of Angola, Indiana. We love that we bring all these communities together at Shorty's.

Shorty's is proud to offer bar seating, family room seating and an outdoor patio we completed last year.
We are laid-back and believe our guests' enjoy the incredible service & food without having to "dress-up".
We embrace the great and growing community of Garrett, Indiana and love that we can share amazing cuisine in an unexpected location.

See you soon!

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Steve and Linda

Dined 6 days ago

Food and service were outstanding! Seared tuna, Filet Mignon, and Black n’ Bleu Salmon were our entrees. Perfectly prepared and delicious! Our server, Natalie, was wonderful!

Granite City Food & Brewery - Fort Wayne

4.6

4.6 (434)

$30 and under

American

Fort Wayne

About the restaurant

With its warm, inviting, and modern design, Granite City Food & Brewery’s expansive interior features a spacious and comfortable dining room, four-sided modern, full-service bar, as well as an outdoor patio. The on-site brewery, with award-winning hand-crafted micro-brews, is visible from the main dining and bar areas. The restaurant also showcases an open kitchen featuring chef developed, handcrafted made-from-scratch cuisine, including innovative signature entrees, flatbreads and more.

Granite City Food & Brewery’s signature brews, which are made on-site, include The Duke (Pale Ale), The Bennie (Bock), The Northern (American Style Light Lager) and The Stout. Seasonal brews are featured throughout the year.

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Ana

Dined on Sep 20, 2024

Consistent great food and service! Cassandra did a great job! Yummy appetizers!

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Experience

Thanksgiving Day Buffet

Auburn City Steakhouse

4.6

4.6 (1167)

$31 to $50

Steakhouse

Fort Wayne

About the restaurant

Auburn City Steakhouse is a local family owned and operated American Steakhouse featuring slow cooked Prime Rib, steaks, chops, seafood and more.

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Holly

Dined 5 days ago

Everyone enjoyed their meal. The NY strip steak was cooked to perfection and was tender. The scallops and risotto had amazing flavor. The pork chop with brussel sprouts was juicy and tender. Our server Katherine was excellent and offered her suggestions on the menu when we asked about certain dishes. The cocktails were great too.

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BRU Burger Bar - Fort Wayne

4.6

4.6 (17)

$30 and under

American

Fort Wayne

About the restaurant

The hamburger is a quintessential American icon, the people's sandwich, and a favorite for everyone. Paired with a beer, there's nothing better. BRU is our homage to the beloved burger. Our mission is to serve exceptional burgers made from the finest local meats, adorned with the freshest ingredients, and nestled in our freshly baked buns. Cunningham Restaurant Group launched the first BRU Burger Bar in December 2011, and today we proudly operate 14 locations across three states.

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Erica

Dined 4 days ago

This was our second time going to Bru Burger since they have opened. Both times we have loved it! The food is great and prive isn't terrible for a sit down date night dinner. Both times our serve was Danielle and she has been outstanding each time. She is very friendly and checks in often. She has been very knowledgeable and is sure to answer any questions you may have. My one tip of advise is: If you can make a reservation, I suggest to do so because they are often busy and may have a wait time.

The Gas House

4.5

4.5 (897)

$30 and under

Steak

Fort Wayne

About the restaurant

Conveniently located in the heart of historic Fort Wayne, the Gas House is the place for downtown business people and office workers at lunch hour. The Gas House's casual atmosphere and friendly service also makes it the perfect destination for a leisurely afternoon lunch with friends.

Since 1958, The Gas House has been serving Fort Wayne exceptional food and drinks in a friendly, casual atmosphere, and from steaks and lobster to sandwiches and salads, the Gas House has an option for any taste or appetite. Enjoy your visit in our family dinning areas or come down and relax in the warm, neighborhood atmosphere of the famous Gas House Saloon. Just blocks from uptown attractions, a visit to the Gas House makes a complete evening with a concert or performance at any of Fort Wayne's uptown theaters.

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Matthew

Dined 2 days ago

Solid. Wide variety and well prepared. Service was outstanding!

Country Heritage Winery

4.5

4.5 (398)

$30 and under

Winery

Fort Wayne

About the restaurant

Constructed on our family-owned farm, Country Heritage Winery & Vineyard gives true meaning to its name. The farm has over 100 years of family heritage. We have generations of experience growing excellent crops, and it is our greatest pride to nurture our grapes from the day we plant the vines through the day you enjoy our wine.

We maintain over 70 acres of vineyards and several acres of blueberries. We work with highly regarded vineyards and farms to source the rest of our fruit. With meticulous care and attention to detail, we strive to nurture the best grapes for our wines. After all, if the fruit is great, the winemaking is easy.

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Andrea

Dined 7 days ago

Have a great time at Singo! A great affordable way to hang with friends at a beautiful location.

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