The best restaurants in Fort Wayne

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Ziffles Zip n Go

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Ziffles Zip n Go has been family owned for 37 years, and this week is a great time to grab smoky ribs, the Boss Hog pulled pork, hot…

6338 E State Blvd

“Ziffles Zip n Go has been family owned for 37 years, and this week is a great time to grab smoky ribs, the Boss Hog pulled pork, hot chicken, and downright addictive fried pickles, plus a legit veggie burger for your plant-based pals. They even cut over 4,000 pounds of potatoes every week.”

Zianos Italian Eatery

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Zianos Italian Eatery keeps it delightfully unpretentious with fresh, honey-kissed breadsticks, homemade Italian-American comforts like…

5907 Covington Rd

“Zianos Italian Eatery keeps it delightfully unpretentious with fresh, honey-kissed breadsticks, homemade Italian-American comforts like Chicken Marsala and Shrimp Alfredo, and a tiramisu that tastes like someone’s nonna actually cares. Perfect for a low-key weeknight when you want real-deal comfort without the fuss.”

From the Fort Wayne newsletter, August 3, 2026

Proximo

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Próximo loads your week with scratch-made, Latin-inspired dishes with modern American style, from brunch favorites to dinner classics. Pair…

898 S Harrison St

“Próximo loads your week with scratch-made, Latin-inspired dishes with modern American style, from brunch favorites to dinner classics. Pair it with a legit cocktail or a glass from their curated wine list, then claim bragging rights for finding downtown’s go-to spot for flavor and vibe. Check it out.”

From the Fort Wayne newsletter, August 4, 2026

Burger Bar Fort Wayne

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Relaxed restaurant for burgers, fries and milkshakes, with local ingredients.

223 W Jefferson Blvd Ste 101

“Relaxed restaurant for burgers, fries and milkshakes, with local ingredients.”

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Friendly Fox

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Bright, plant-filled cafe offering an eclectic array of wraps & sandwiches, plus sweets & ice cream.

4001 S Wayne Ave

“Bright, plant-filled cafe offering an eclectic array of wraps & sandwiches, plus sweets & ice cream.”

Oley's Pizza

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Old-school pizza joint with roomy booths famous for double-crust pizza with homestyle sauce.

10910 US-24

“Old-school pizza joint with roomy booths famous for double-crust pizza with homestyle sauce.”

Buffalo Wings & Ribs

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Casual restaurant offering a variety of flavored chicken wings, plus beer, wine, and fries.

4636 Coldwater Rd

“Casual restaurant offering a variety of flavored chicken wings, plus beer, wine, and fries.”

Henry's Restaurant

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Tavern serving American fare in a pub-style setting featuring wood banquettes & a long bar.

536 W Main St

“Tavern serving American fare in a pub-style setting featuring wood banquettes & a long bar.”

Umi

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Striking venue with a cosmopolitan feel whipping up innovative sushi rolls & Japanese mains.

2912 Getz Rd

“Striking venue with a cosmopolitan feel whipping up innovative sushi rolls & Japanese mains.”

Banh Mi Barista

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Cozy eatery with a small parking lot preparing Vietnamese classics like pho and banh mi sandwiches as well as bubble teas.

5320 Coldwater Rd

“Cozy eatery with a small parking lot preparing Vietnamese classics like pho and banh mi sandwiches as well as bubble teas.”

Zianos Italian Eatery

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Lasagna, chicken marsala, and other Italian classics served in casual environs.

702 E Dupont Rd

“Lasagna, chicken marsala, and other Italian classics served in casual environs.”

The Village Tap

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Relaxed bar serving beer, hard liquor, and cocktails, plus bar food like ribs.

1235 E State Blvd

“Relaxed bar serving beer, hard liquor, and cocktails, plus bar food like ribs.”

The Bluebird Restaurant

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Easygoing breakfast spot offering burgers and skillets alongside waffles, pancakes and omelettes.

4410 Bluffton Rd

“Easygoing breakfast spot offering burgers and skillets alongside waffles, pancakes and omelettes.”

Sapporo Steakhouse

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Upmarket eatery offering steak dishes, sushi and hibachi meals, as well as cocktails and sake.

6150 Lima Rd

“Upmarket eatery offering steak dishes, sushi and hibachi meals, as well as cocktails and sake.”

DAE GEE Korean BBQ

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Chill restaurant focusing on all-you-can-eat Korean BBQ & other comfort fare in a hip environment.

4910 N Clinton St

“Chill restaurant focusing on all-you-can-eat Korean BBQ & other comfort fare in a hip environment.”

Giordano's

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Known for deep-dish pizza, this casual chain serves other classic Italian food, plus beer & wine.

10180 Diebold Rd

“Known for deep-dish pizza, this casual chain serves other classic Italian food, plus beer & wine.”

Tolon

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Inventive farm-to-table fare & craft cocktails are the draw at this industrial-chic American eatery.

614 S Harrison St

“Inventive farm-to-table fare & craft cocktails are the draw at this industrial-chic American eatery.”

The Deck

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Classic American bar fare & drinks in a lively setting with rustic interiors & ample deck seating.

305 E Superior St

“Classic American bar fare & drinks in a lively setting with rustic interiors & ample deck seating.”

Haru Sushi Izakaya

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Casual restaurant (and takeout spot for Sushi Train) serving sushi, noodles and other Japanese specialties (such as tempura).

4036 Coldwater Rd

“Casual restaurant (and takeout spot for Sushi Train) serving sushi, noodles and other Japanese specialties (such as tempura).”

EL TACO VAQUERO

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Mexican food, including tacos, pork tacos and burritos is grilled at this casual gas-station-adjacent food truck.

5830 Coldwater Rd

“Mexican food, including tacos, pork tacos and burritos is grilled at this casual gas-station-adjacent food truck.”

Hideout 125

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Elevated restaurant & bar with steaks, seafood & other American cuisine in a speakeasy-themed space.

1021 Woodland Plaza Run

“Elevated restaurant & bar with steaks, seafood & other American cuisine in a speakeasy-themed space.”

Wings Etc.

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Relaxed sports bar serving wings & beer.

6247 Bluffton Rd

“Relaxed sports bar serving wings & beer.”

Shigs In Pit BBQ & Brew

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Casual eatery specializing in Southern-style barbecue, plus wings and craft beer. Relaxed venue where kids are welcome.

6250 Maplecrest Rd

“Casual eatery specializing in Southern-style barbecue, plus wings and craft beer. Relaxed venue where kids are welcome.”

Pasta di Guy

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Casual restaurant for homemade pasta dishes, salads, and sandwiches, with vegetarian and vegan options.

1620 Broadway Ste 121

“Casual restaurant for homemade pasta dishes, salads, and sandwiches, with vegetarian and vegan options.”

Amoré

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Intimate Italian eatery (including for dates) featuring homemade pasta and meat dishes in a relaxed setting.

239 Pearl St

“Intimate Italian eatery (including for dates) featuring homemade pasta and meat dishes in a relaxed setting.”

Raimondo's Pizza

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Informal, family-run outpost serving hand-tossed pies with unique toppings, plus pasta & sandwiches.

2608 W State Blvd

“Informal, family-run outpost serving hand-tossed pies with unique toppings, plus pasta & sandwiches.”

800 Degrees Wood Fired Pizza

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Wood-fired pizzas from an Italian-built oven, plus craft beer & wine, in a bright, comfy parlor.

10020 Lima Rd F

“Wood-fired pizzas from an Italian-built oven, plus craft beer & wine, in a bright, comfy parlor.”

Bravas

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Low-key pick with picnic tables offering hearty burgers with varied toppings plus hot dogs & fries.

3416 Fairfield Ave

“Low-key pick with picnic tables offering hearty burgers with varied toppings plus hot dogs & fries.”

MISSION BBQ

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Casual chain featuring BBQ & classic sides, plus memorabilia honoring soldiers & first responders.

407 W Coliseum Blvd

“Casual chain featuring BBQ & classic sides, plus memorabilia honoring soldiers & first responders.”

Rune Restaurant

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Trendy neighborhood restaurant offering fine dining and cocktails, such as the popular gougère.

2725 Broadway

“Trendy neighborhood restaurant offering fine dining and cocktails, such as the popular gougère.”

Wings Etc.

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Relaxed sports bar serving wings & beer.

10134 Maysville Rd

“Relaxed sports bar serving wings & beer.”

Fort Wayne's Famous Coney Island

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Established in 1914, this bustling eatery known for hot dogs also offers burgers, chili & pie.

131 W Main St

“Established in 1914, this bustling eatery known for hot dogs also offers burgers, chili & pie.”

Asakusa

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Buzzy sushi house serves up creative house rolls & a diverse menu of Japanese dishes.

6224 Lima Rd

“Buzzy sushi house serves up creative house rolls & a diverse menu of Japanese dishes.”

Wings Etc.

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Relaxed sports bar serving wings & beer.

497 E Dupont Rd

“Relaxed sports bar serving wings & beer.”

Wingstop

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Casual counter-serve chain serving a variety of chicken wings & sides.

407 W Coliseum Blvd Ste 111

“Casual counter-serve chain serving a variety of chicken wings & sides.”

Catablu Grille

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Sharp eatery turning out creative American fare & booze in a mellow, contemporary setting.

6372 W Jefferson Blvd

“Sharp eatery turning out creative American fare & booze in a mellow, contemporary setting.”

Ophelia's

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Charming restaurant for Southern breakfast classics, coffee drinks and burgers in an upscale atmosphere.

1603 N Wells St

“Charming restaurant for Southern breakfast classics, coffee drinks and burgers in an upscale atmosphere.”

Mama Mia's Pizza -St Joe

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Casual, kid-friendly pizzeria featuring pizzas with toppings, plus wings.

6656-A St Joe Rd

“Casual, kid-friendly pizzeria featuring pizzas with toppings, plus wings.”

Don Hall's Factory Restaurant

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Classic steakhouse serving prime rib and other meat-centric fare in a polished space.

5811 Coldwater Rd

“Classic steakhouse serving prime rib and other meat-centric fare in a polished space.”

Old Gas House Restaurant

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Sleek atmosphere for steak & seafood fare inside a 19th-century gas plant, plus a riverbank patio.

305 E Superior St

“Sleek atmosphere for steak & seafood fare inside a 19th-century gas plant, plus a riverbank patio.”

Buffalo Wings & Ribs

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Family-friendly restaurant specializing in Buffalo wings and other pub grub in a casual setting.

6439 W Jefferson Blvd

“Family-friendly restaurant specializing in Buffalo wings and other pub grub in a casual setting.”

The Oyster Bar

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Long-standing seafood spot specializing in oysters & scallops, with a full bar & patio seating.

1830 S Calhoun St

“Long-standing seafood spot specializing in oysters & scallops, with a full bar & patio seating.”

Powers Hamburger Restaurant

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Tiny roadside spot known for slider-style burgers & old-fashioned American comfort bites.

1402 S Harrison St

“Tiny roadside spot known for slider-style burgers & old-fashioned American comfort bites.”

Salvatori's Leo

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Cozy Italian spot known for generous portions of classic entrees and desserts.

10340 Leo Rd

“Cozy Italian spot known for generous portions of classic entrees and desserts.”

BRU Burger Bar - Fort Wayne

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Laid-back bar and restaurant known for beef hamburgers as well as patties made from chicken, lamb, bison, and other meats, alongside vegan…

118 W Columbia St Ste 101

“Laid-back bar and restaurant known for beef hamburgers as well as patties made from chicken, lamb, bison, and other meats, alongside vegan selections.”

Salvatori's Fort Wayne Southwest

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Casual Italian joint offering classic eats such as lasagna & ravioli, plus sandwiches & calzones.

10337 Illinois Rd

“Casual Italian joint offering classic eats such as lasagna & ravioli, plus sandwiches & calzones.”

Kim Vu Vietnamese Cuisine

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Family-owned, counter-serve nook offering pho & other Vietnamese bites, plus smoothies & bubble tea.

433 E Dupont Rd

“Family-owned, counter-serve nook offering pho & other Vietnamese bites, plus smoothies & bubble tea.”

Mercado

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Distinctive venue with quirky wall art serving informal Mexican fare, burgers, seafood & cocktails.

111 W Columbia St Apt 103

“Distinctive venue with quirky wall art serving informal Mexican fare, burgers, seafood & cocktails.”

Banh Mi Pho Shop

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Pho, banh mi & other familiar Vietnamese eats round out the menu at this local, unfussy destination.

1925 Fairfield Ave

“Pho, banh mi & other familiar Vietnamese eats round out the menu at this local, unfussy destination.”

Salvatori's Fort Wayne North

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Casual, family-run eatery offering traditional pizza and pasta dishes, plus beer and wine.

717 W Washington Center Rd

“Casual, family-run eatery offering traditional pizza and pasta dishes, plus beer and wine.”

Dana's

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Burgers, oysters, and other French brasserie bites served in a modern tavern setting.

135 W Columbia St

“Burgers, oysters, and other French brasserie bites served in a modern tavern setting.”

Black Canyon Restaurant

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Sleek eatery with wood-fired New American dishes & craft cocktails, plus an outdoor patio fireplace.

1509 W Dupont Rd

“Sleek eatery with wood-fired New American dishes & craft cocktails, plus an outdoor patio fireplace.”

Ziffle's Rib Bar

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Casual BBQ spot with a dining room & bar serving meat baskets, sandwiches & platters, plus pizza.

6340 E State Blvd

“Casual BBQ spot with a dining room & bar serving meat baskets, sandwiches & platters, plus pizza.”

City Barbeque

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Counter-serve smokehouse chain offering classic barbecue fare in down-home settings.

1727 Apple Glen Blvd

“Counter-serve smokehouse chain offering classic barbecue fare in down-home settings.”

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