Diners' Choice: Good for special occasions restaurants in Fort Wayne

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Updated 05 December 2024

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Hideout 125

4.9

4.9 (1376)

$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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Dusten

Dined 1 day ago

Absolutely amazing from the moment you walk in the customer service is great Then the food…wow, just wow. Amazing experience all around and we will be back!

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Auburn City Steakhouse

4.9

4.9 (1189)

$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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Maria

Dined 2 days ago

Lovely experience! Food has improved. Great atmosphere. Service excellent! Haley was wonderful to us. My only complaint… very minimal… was chocolate cake was a little dry. Other than that…. Everything was delicious. Definitely will be back

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Popular dish

Prime Rib

Paula's on Main

4.8

4.8 (43)

$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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Jen

Dined 4 days ago

The food was very good, large portions, it was pricey.

Ruth’s Chris Steak House - Fort Wayne

4.8

4.8 (1542)

$50 and over

American

Fort Wayne

About the restaurant

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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WilliamVIP

Dined 4 days ago

Outstanding quality and taste. Attentive, timely service with just the right amount of respect for our desire for a private meal. Carb cakes fresh full flavored and perfect balance. Filet magnificent!

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Experience

Ruth's Pairings

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

4.7

4.7 (2305)

$31 to $50

Steakhouse

Fort Wayne

About the restaurant

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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Wendy

Dined 1 day ago

Mark was friendly and professional. The food was great and the drinks were delicious.

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Popular dish

Filet Mignon Potstickers

Popular dish

MS9+ Filet Mignon

Experience

Christmas Eve & Christmas Day Dinner

Joseph Decuis

4.7

4.7 (929)

$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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AnthonyVIP

Dined on 11 Dec 2024

What an incredible evening here. I made the reservation for a celebration and was able to coordinate a toast upon arrival. The food was very good and Rochelle was wonderful to help navigate the wine list and dinner. She even showed us around the restaurant which was very interesting and appreciated. Thank you!

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4.7

4.7 (528)

$30 and under

Global, International

Fort Wayne

About the restaurant

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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Aaron

Dined on 13 Dec 2024

I was hesitant to come here with kids...I couldn't have been more wrong. From the gold"fish" tacos, the cool chocolate swirl milk our waitress made, the doodle pads... they were so accommodating to our party, it was wonderful. And to top it all off dinner was very yummy!

Copper Spoon

4.7

4.7 (478)

$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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Mary

Dined 3 days ago

Another fabulous dinner at Copper Spoon. We requested Jodi and she took care of us beautifully. The food was spot on and drinks always wow us! Our quiet cozy table overlooking Parkview Field Christmas lights was perfect.

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Marquee at the Landing

4.7

4.7 (686)

$30 and under

American

Fort Wayne

About the restaurant

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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Dino

Dined 4 days ago

Dinner on a Wednesday night was very good. We had a party of four and everyone enjoyed the meal. Salmon, meatloaf and a vegetarian salad was enjoyed. Getting the check took a bit as the system was down.

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Popular dish

Carrot Cake

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Nashville Hot Chicken Sandwich

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6oz Beef Tenderloin

BakerStreet

4.5

4.5 (4100)

$50 and over

Contemporary American

Fort Wayne

About the restaurant

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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Kory

Dined 5 days ago

The steak rolls were the highlight. Extremely delicious. The steak was okay. The Diane sauce wasn't either of our favorite thing. Mashed potatoes and asparagus were very good.

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