Best Casual Restaurants in Fort Wayne

9 restaurants available nearby

1. Paula's on Main

4.8

Exceptional(46)

Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Fort Wayne

Booked 24 times today

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.

2. Copper Spoon

4.8

Exceptional(482)

Price: Expensive

• American • Fort Wayne

Booked 10 times today

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!

3. The Gas House

4.5

Awesome(918)

Price: Moderate

• Steak • Fort Wayne

Booked 7 times today

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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4. Granite City Food & Brewery - Fort Wayne

4.7

Exceptional(453)

Price: Moderate

• American • Fort Wayne

Booked 25 times today

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.

5. Hoppy Gnome

4.7

Exceptional(532)

Price: Moderate

• Global, International • Fort Wayne

Booked 28 times today

The Hoppy Gnome menu will focus on fresh ingredients, striving to exceed the dining expectations of our guests. We feature a “scratch” kitchen which gives us a unique capability to cater to the many needs and desires of our guests. Tacos are our focus but we are much more, the taco is simply the delivery vehicle for the culinary creations wrapped inside. You’ll see everything from duck confit, to korean short rib, to a basic “taqueria” style taco. The menu will rotate two to four times a year, and in addition to tacos; appetizers, salads and tortas will round out the menu. Open for lunch and dinner 7 days a week.

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6. Eddie Merlot's Prime Aged Beef & Seafood - Fort Wayne

4.6

Exceptional(2316)

Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • Fort Wayne

Booked 25 times today

Quality, exceptional service, and an unparalleled atmosphere have made Eddie Merlot's one of America's great steak houses over the past 20 years. Eddie Merlot' s is an homage to the man and his love of a great steak, a great glass of wine, and a good story. We pride ourselves on our Prime Aged Beef and scratch kitchen. Our chef selects each steak for the optimum proportion of marbling and texture before hand-cutting and seasoning the steaks to your specifications. From sauces to desserts, we develop recipes to create a truly unique experience for our guests. And, while you enjoy your meal, you'll be treated to the one-of-a-kind service we call the "W.O.W. Factor."We welcome you to Eddie Merlot's—we want you, our guest, to have nothing but the best, which is why we go to such lengths to serve you the exceptional prime-aged steaks upon which our restaurant has built its reputation.

7. BakerStreet

4.6

Exceptional(4104)

Price: Very Expensive

• Contemporary American • Fort Wayne

Booked 40 times today

BakerStreet is a locally owned establishment that prides itself on personalized service. An upscale, elegant decor complements the polished, casual attitude. Steaks are the specialty at BakerStreet. Whether traditional and classic, or edgy and gourmet, all the bases are covered. Fresh seafood features are added weekly to the favorites on the menu. Even the vegetarian will find something special at BakerStreet. BakerStreet's dessert offerings will bring the perfect finish to your dining experience. BakerStreet offers a diverse wine list, with many half bottles and “by the glass” options, and an extensive craft beer list! Come in and enjoy! Don’t forget to ask about the private party rooms.

8. Summit Grill

4.5

Awesome(57)

Price: Moderate

• Grill • Fort Wayne

Summit Grill is a polished casual dining experience; guests will be able to come in and enjoy anything from an amazing, juicy burger and pint, to the Wagyu Sirloin and a bottle of wine from Bill's Private Vineyard selection. Please be sure to call the restaurant for your reservation! We look forward to meeting you and your family, and becoming a part of the SG Family!

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9. Cheddar's Casual Cafe - Fort Wayne

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Price: Expensive

• American • Fort Wayne

Cheddar's Casual Café, in Fort Wayne, takes pride in making sure every one of the items on the menu gets made from scratch. And that's because it just tastes better that way. And it all gets done using honest, fresh ingredients. Favorites on the menu at Cheddar's Casual Café include the chicken fried steak, Key West chicken and shrimp and the New Orleans pasta. But if you're in the mood for a big burger, you can get that too. Try the bacon cheeseburger, smokehouse burger or the original. The menu also offers up an assortment of steaks and seafood, as well as classic comfort dishes like Cheddar's Casual Café's classic homemade chicken pot pie.

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Joan
Indiana •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
Always a great experience at Hoppy Gnome! Food was great and the service was friendly. And patient -- we stayed at our table longer than usual, a relaxed holiday catch-up. One of our favorites!
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Hoppy GnomePrice: Moderate• Global, International• Fort Wayne
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4.7
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Marie
Indiana •1 review
5.0
Dined on Dec 24, 2024
We were seated right away. Our server was amazing and very attentive. Food was excellent and we didn’t have to wait long. Overall experience was great and we enjoyed our evening.
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Granite City Food & Brewery - Fort WaynePrice: Moderate• American• Fort Wayne
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4.7
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Kurt
Indiana •1 review
5.0
Dined on Dec 23, 2024
Perfect meal. We chose this spot because of hearing problems. The back room is spaced out well and has enough sound absorbing materials on the walls, floor, and table that it's perfect.
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Copper SpoonPrice: Expensive• American• Fort Wayne
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4.8
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Jean
Indiana •2 reviews
5.0
Dined on Dec 23, 2024
All the dishes we ordered were fantastic. Shrimp and grits, herb crusted pork loin, tuna, jambalaya, and a veggie burger. Their bread is delicious with a crispy herb crust and soft, hot middle. The sweet potato casserole tastes like home made. We went December 23 and they had an impressive Santa greeting guests. Great atmosphere in the old gas building.
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The Gas HousePrice: Moderate• Steak• Fort Wayne
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4.5
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suzanne
Toledo / Northwest Ohio •4 reviews
5.0
Dined on Dec 21, 2024
As soon as we came in the door we were greeted with genuine hospitality.. The atmosphere was inviting. Our server was attentive, personable and knowledgeable about the menu. The food was fresh prepared very well. We had a great experience and will plan to return!
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Paula's on MainPrice: Expensive• Seafood• Fort Wayne
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4.8

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9 restaurants available nearby

1. Paula's on Main

2. Copper Spoon

3. The Gas House

4. Granite City Food & Brewery - Fort Wayne

5. Hoppy Gnome

6. Eddie Merlot's Prime Aged Beef & Seafood - Fort Wayne

7. BakerStreet

8. Summit Grill

9. Cheddar's Casual Cafe - Fort Wayne

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