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Hideout 125
Diners’ top pick
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Price: Expensive
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Steakhouse
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4.9
(1364)
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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Eddie Merlot's Prime Aged Beef & Seafood - Fort Wayne
Price: Expensive
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Steakhouse
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4.8
(2288)
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.
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Joseph Decuis
Price: Expensive
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Contemporary American
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4.8
(926)
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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Marquee at the Landing
Top-rated food
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Price: Moderate
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American
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4.7
(679)
Marquee at the Landing is an upscale urban bar and restaurant. A chef-driven restaurant concept that follows a scratch kitchen approach using locally sourced products. Situated in Downtown Fort Wayne at the new Landing, the city's Historic City Center, Marquee at the Landing offers a wide variety of menu options serving creative dishes that update on a seasonal basis. Marquee at the Landing will be open 6 days a week for Dinner.
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Paula's on Main
Price: Expensive
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Seafood
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4.8
(32)
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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Shorty's Steakhouse
Price: Expensive
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Steakhouse
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4.8
(253)
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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Copper Spoon
Top-rated hospitality
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Price: Expensive
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American
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4.8
(471)
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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Auburn City Steakhouse
Price: Expensive
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Steakhouse
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4.8
(1184)
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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BakerStreet
Price: Very Expensive
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Contemporary American
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4.5
(4091)
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.
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Country Heritage Winery
Great vibe
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Price: Moderate
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Winery
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4.4
(403)
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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Ruth’s Chris Steak House - Fort Wayne
Price: Very Expensive
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American
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4.7
(1522)
Ruth's Chris Steak House is a premier dining establishment renowned for its specialty in serving USDA Prime steaks. Each steak is expertly prepared and served sizzling on a 500-degree plate, ensuring a delicious and unforgettable dining experience. Located in downtown Fort Wayne, just a short walk from Parkview Field, Grand Wayne Convention Center, Promenade Park, Botanical Conservatory, and Embassy Theatre. Other attractions include the Fort Wayne Children's Zoo, Science Central, Memorial Coliseum, Electric Works, and more, all just a quick drive away. Ruth's Chris Fort Wayne has been named the 2024 OpenTable Diner's Choice Winner, a true testament to its unwavering commitment to exceptional quality and service. Whether you're a steak aficionado or simply looking for a remarkable dining experience, we invite you to join us and indulge in our award-winning cuisine.
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Proximo
Price: Expensive
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Latin American
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4.7
(1485)
Próximo is an upscale, finer-dining restaurant specializing in Latin cuisine. The food will draw from a variety of regions – Brazil, Chile, Peru and Mexico, just to name a few. We offer hand crafted cocktails, an extensive wine selection and private dining. Reservations are recommended. Patio and bar seating are first come. Thank you.
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BRU Burger Bar - Fort Wayne
Great budget-friendly spot
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Price: Moderate
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American
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4.7
(20)
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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Hoppy Gnome
Price: Moderate
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Global, International
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4.5
(522)
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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Fort Wayne, Indiana, is the home of the Fort Wayne Children's Zoo, which houses animals like the black swan, Amur leopard, and dingo. Fort Wayne's restaurant scene is eclectic, and there are many family-owned Mexican restaurants where you could have a casual lunch. Try some of the carne a la tampiqueña with rajas and chilaquiles or a bowl of sopa de tortilla served with chips and pico de gallo. Fort Wayne also has many Indian restaurants, where you could try north Indian cuisine such as aloo shimla mirch or mutter ka nimona with imarti for dessert. Fort Wayne also has many American comfort food restaurants in the downtown area, with options like beer-battered fried fish fillets.

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Frequently asked questions

Healthy restaurants located in Fort Wayne include Paula's on Main, BakerStreet and Ruth’s Chris Steak House - Fort Wayne

Restaurants with gluten-free options in Fort Wayne are BRU Burger Bar - Fort Wayne, Auburn City Steakhouse and BakerStreet

Bottomless brunch in Fort Wayne is available at Proximo, Hideout 125 and Country Heritage Winery

The most romantic restaurant in Fort Wayne is BakerStreet

Restaurants in Fort Wayne with a great view include Country Heritage Winery, Proximo and The Gas House

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