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1. Ruth’s Chris Steak House - Fort Wayne
4.7
Exceptional(1522)
Price: Very Expensive
• American • Fort Wayne
Booked 30 times today
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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2. Proximo
4.7
Exceptional(1485)
Price: Expensive
• Latin American • Fort Wayne
Booked 45 times today
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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3. Copper Spoon
4.8
Exceptional(471)
Price: Expensive
• American • Fort Wayne
Booked 30 times today
Copper Spoon is a fun spot because it offers a unique dining experience, with a vast selection of over one hundred classic cocktails and a large selection of whiskey, bourbon, rye, and scotch. Reviewers rave about the 'amazing food', 'friendly service', and 'great atmosphere', making it a perfect place to relax and enjoy the experience. It's not just about the food, it's also about the ambience, which is consistently described as 'wonderful', 'superb', and 'awesome'.
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4. The Gas House
4.5
Awesome(905)
Price: Moderate
• Steak • Fort Wayne
Booked 28 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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5. Paula's on Main
4.8
Exceptional(32)
Price: Expensive
• Seafood • Fort Wayne
Booked 25 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.
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6. Hoppy Gnome
4.5
Awesome(522)
Price: Moderate
• Global, International • Fort Wayne
Booked 10 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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7. Granite City Food & Brewery - Fort Wayne
4.7
Exceptional(441)
Price: Moderate
• American • Fort Wayne
Booked 13 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.
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8. BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse - Fort Wayne
4.2
Awesome(214)
Price: Moderate
• American • Fort Wayne
Booked 12 times today
Time counts at BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse. Since our humble beginnings back in 1978, we've continued to refine our brewhouse experience to make BJ's a place where you can make the most of any meal. We want BJ's to be a place where the moment you leave is the moment you plan on coming back. We pride ourselves in our craft and attention to detail. Our guests come here for our award-winning handcrafted beer. They come here for the Southern California twist we've put on the Chicago-style deep dish pizza. And they come here for our Pizookies®, our world-renowned dessert. But above all we know people come here to make their good times better. So in many ways we haven't just crafted a brand, but a mindset. And our guests are the reason for this. And it's because of them we're continually striving to make sure every moment they choose to spend with us counts. Welcome to BJ's, a restaurant with a Brewhouse soul.
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9. Red Lobster - Fort Wayne
4.2
Awesome(36)
Price: Moderate
• Seafood • Fort Wayne
Booked 1 time today
Elevate your day at Red Lobster, where fun meets fancy and every meal is a celebration. Whether you’re marking a special occasion or treating yourself or your crew, Red Lobster is the perfect place to enjoy all your seafood favorites. Dive into our signature shrimp, wild caught lobster and crab, and more. Plus, a variety of fish and popular non-seafood items like our Cajun Chicken Linguini Alfredo. Looking for a showstopper? Create Your Own Ultimate Feast or select a Live Maine Lobster straight from the tank. Or explore our Daily Deals with a different special available each weekday at a price you’ll love. Toast the day with Signature Cocktails including Lobster Punch and Main Deck Margarita Flights to make any moment feel festive. You won’t want to miss our newest menu items or special promotions like Lobsterfest and Crabfest. Reserve online today. Group Dining, To Go, or Catering options. For parties of 11+, please call.
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10. P.F. Chang's - Glenbrook
4.2
Awesome(62)
Price: Moderate
• Chinese • Fort Wayne
Booked 3 times today
We are an Asian & Chinese restaurant offering dine-in, takeout, to-go, delivery, and catering. Make a reservation online to dine in. Order Asian and Chinese food delivery, takeout, and catering online or through the P.F. Chang's mobile app. Let us cater the perfect feast for you - corporate office catering menus are also available. P.F. Chang's offers a variety of signature Asian, Thai, Korean, Japanese, Mongolian, and Chinese food dishes including Chicken Lettuce Wraps, Chicken Pad Thai, Signature Lo Mein, Fried Rice, Mongolian Beef, Chang's Spicy Chicken, and Pork and Shrimp Dumplings. Order online for sushi delivery and takeout. Many gluten-free and vegetarian menu items are available. Try our seasonal cocktails and seasonal menu items.

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  • K
    Indiana •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    Amazing. I hate paying too much for breakfast, it's just eggs. This place is worth every extra dime. I would say it is mid priced with high quality food. As a family, the carnitas benedict is a favorite dish, from any where at any time. We went for a birthday and the restaurant gave them a card! The servers are always on point which is rare in our city right now. The place has a fancy vibe but I went in jeans and flannel and felt fine. The mimosa menu is great. Each plate comes out beautiful and tastes amazing. Kitchen nicely modified a dish I wanted due to a food allergy without a single complaint. Tell everyone, I need this place to survive!
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    ProximoPrice: Expensive• Latin American• Fort Wayne
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    4.7
  • Jonathan
    Indiana •7 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on Nov 15, 2024
    Always a wonderful meal. Expensive- but a wonderful treat. The food is amazing; the service was outstanding; the ambience was relaxing.
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    Ruth’s Chris Steak House - Fort WaynePrice: Very Expensive• American• Fort Wayne
    •
    4.7
  • Joelvip
    Indiana •9 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on Nov 15, 2024
    Very nice restaurant/bar. “Book” of cocktail & wine choices given to choose from. Food was also delicious with our steaks done perfectly. Will definitely return the next time I’m in Ft. Wayne.
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    Copper SpoonPrice: Expensive• American• Fort Wayne
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    4.8
  • Katie
    Columbus •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on Nov 15, 2024
    Really good food and ambiance. All employees were kind and helpful.
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    The Gas HousePrice: Moderate• Steak• Fort Wayne
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    4.5
  • Jared
    Portland / Oregon •9 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on Nov 12, 2024
    Most amazing seafood in Indiana highly recommend going enjoy Especially the walleye
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    Paula's on MainPrice: Expensive• Seafood• Fort Wayne
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    4.8

Discover best fun restaurants in Fort Wayne

Discover the vibrant dining scene in Fort Wayne, Indiana, where fun and flavor meet! If you're searching for a place to dine that offers an exciting atmosphere along with exceptional food and drinks, Fort Wayne's restaurant landscape is brimming with options that promise a memorable experience. Each restaurant in this locale prides itself on providing not just amazing meals, but also a lively and inviting ambiance. From inventive menus filled with delicious options to superb service that makes every meal special, these spots are perfect for anyone looking to add a little fun to their dining experience. Whether you're in the mood for classic cocktails, innovative dishes, or a relaxed vibe, you'll find a place that catizes to your needs and exceeds expectations. The common thread among all these restaurants is their commitment to creating an enjoyable atmosphere where every visit is more than just a meal—it's a celebration of good food and good times. So, if you're in Fort Wayne and looking for fun, these restaurants are sure to delight and surprise you with their unique offerings and exceptional dining environments.

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