Spaghetti was fairly bland and watery, like most. non-italian restaurants/ sauce was bland, but one key thing that made me jump to 4 stars .....I don't know if they meant to do this or if they just do it for cost effectiveness; but the meat balls tasted of meatloaf. Very well could be that they use left over loaf....also could be sheer brilliance. All my years I've never tasted + knew immediately " this is meatloaf " it was _delicious_ read more

Don Hall's Prime Rib - American Near Me - Fort Wayne, Indiana

Food- Got chicken carry out. So can't speak about inside. But fried chicken was amazing! Good old fashion fried chicken. Super moist. Crispy. Onion rings, again super crispy and flaky. Even for carry out. Wish I had some hot sauce for the chicken! Just reminded me of what fried chicken used to taste like before the chains came along. Service - very friendly staff and helpful at to-go counter. Over all one the best traditional fried chickens in the Midwest. read more

Don Hall's Prime Rib - 4 piece fried chicken, onion rings and apple sauce. (To go) - American Near Me - Fort Wayne, Indiana

Really nice family restaurant, the burgers are amazing and the onion rings are to die for. I really enjoy the salads and daily specials.

Cold food, girls at register seemed untrained, flustered waitress, we sat next to the doorway going to kitchen and could hear the staff's negative comments about us. A mistake on the bill turned into a fiasco. We could easily have afforded to pay the difference but it was the principle and the snarky attitude that turned us off. We were regular customers for years but this was the final straw and we won't go there again. read more

My mom and I stopped here for an early lunch, they were just switching over from the breakfast menu. We were seated in a booth, in a not-too crowded dining room. But not so empty that it was awkward either. Just right, really, with a few groups that were definitely regulars. Our friendly waitress was well seasoned and knew what we would want before we had to ask. We both got the Sizzlin Cobb Salad, mine with ranch and hers with poppy seed. I have to say it was one of the best salads I've had in a long time. First off it was huge. It also came with 2 garlic breadsticks what were warmed. Amazing. The salad had plenty of bacon, chicken and boiled egg. Lots of tomato and almonds too. The iceberg was cold and fresh. I liked that the dressing came on the side, and I could use the cute little individual pitcher to pour on the amount I wanted. We also shared some onion rings, which were very tasty. Overall, a good place for a quick lunch that isn't fast food. I'm sure we will be back. read more

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This place has really gone downhill. Prices went up, slow service, food was cold, waitress acted put out when asked to warm it. We're used to ordering different kinds of pie and now they only have one kind of pie per day according to the waitress. We used to go there regularly but definitely will not return. read more

They greet us with warmth upon arrival. It's a quiet place to dine in before 4pm. Hall's tossed salad was great. Meatloaf was big. It comes on bread, mashed potatoes with and big crispy onion ring. I would go again and try more items. read more

Don Hall's Prime Rib - Meatloaf meal - American Near Me - Fort Wayne, Indiana

The Cobb salad and atmosphere was great. Never ran out of fresh coffee. Very clean and friendly! Will be back.

Definitely not what it used to be. Menu has changed, prices have gone up a lot. The place is in dire need of a remodel. Booths are very uncomfortable. You sink down really low because there is no padding left. Seems like there's high turnover and the servers are loud and obnoxious in the back and you can hear EVERYTHING they say. I'd probably do carry out on some of the staple items like the Big buster and the patty melt. read more

Don Hall's prime rib was a great experience. Service was excellent and drinks came out fast. One thing to note is that the time the food came out was a little long but worth it. Seating was clean with little to no dirty ness. The food was great and over all a great place. read more

Was looking for a restaurant that wasn't fast food but not super expensive either. The menu offered many items that were less than $20 per plate. I ordered a large dinner salad containing lettuce, mandarin oranges, cucumbers and a grilled chicken breast. It was served with some roasted potato wedges and a bread stick. The honey lemon dressing was the perfect topping. My husband ordered liver and onions, one of his favorites, and had a choice of sides were onion rings, cole slaw. The service was good and our bill was a pleasant change. This is an older Halls restaurant, across from the hospital, not fancy but for a decent meal with good service it is a good choice. read more

I work at the VA hospital just down the road and order nearly twice a week. omelettes recently have been amazing. I only get sausage and cheese omelettes and lately I've noticed they are white and yellow so I know they aren't premixing they eggs which is great and my on complaint is sometines I get them and the sausage is cut up links, sometimes it's cut up patties, and sometimes it's crumble sausage. the patties and crumble sausage are good the cut up links are not my favorite but I'll still eat them. I wish there was an ala cart for just an omelet as I'm on a carnivore diet and if I could get a sausage and cheese omelet for 8 or 9$ in stead of 11 that would be nice. especially since I order 2 and don't want the hashbrowns or fruit. read more

Heard about the fried chicken. Ordered it for lunch. It was average a bit tough. Mashed potatoes were a box mix and the gravy wasn't homemade. Just an OK meal. I would try the restaurant again yet another entree. read more

We love going here - food is good, staff is so nice, and the prices are great. I love the prime rib while the husband loves to order the liver and onions. It's nostalgic, home-cooked food at a great price and a casual ambiance. read more

Prices at this one are higher than the regular Hall's prices I remember. Everything is going up. Maybe this Hall's will stick around. The seniors must be paying these prices at this spot. Them cheap good old fashioned deals are no longer profitable these days. No sir. Food here is pretty good. Good greasy spoon food. I love them cottage fries, Chicago burgers ,hold the mushrooms and don't grill them onions, slap some cheese on it and a little bacon and we got something. Ok grill them onions what the huck right. Love Hall's no longer old fashionably priced though. Not at all. No more $2.25 big buster deals, nope they nipped that in the bud! I think Bud Hall did it. The big Buster will run you $4.25 these days, yeah just for one Big Buster. A Chicago burger platter will run you $10.95 that's with cottage fries, fries or cold slaw. I remember back when it was like $7.50. Yeah what a time. A Reuben will set you back $7.95 just for the sandwich a platter add on will be $2.99 with them fries or Cold slaw. Onion rings $1.75 more. Onion rings? A prime rib sandwich half pounder will set you back $16.50. I remember when they were $8.95, oh do I remember! Man time is flying kids. Inflation and the economy is roughing up the classic prices big time. The food is still good ole greasy spoon with them flavors the seniors just love. I love them to! I like that old Hall's Recipe. They haven't went down hill to much. Prices are high. I can go anywhere for these prices damn near. Inflation man! setting in isn't it. Crazy. Good food though. Greasy as I can remember it. I'm going to cracker barrel for breakfast! The heck with all this. read more

Restaurant review This is one of those restaurants that jump back a few decades into the past to a bygone era of low prices and no-frills staff. I have been here twice and I can honestly say that the prices are amazing for 2019. Where else can you get a prime rib dinner 10 for 15 dollars or a filet mignon meal for 12 dollars. Now is this going to be Ruth Chris, of course not, but if you go in with the right expectations you won't be disappointed. They have a large parking lot adjacent to the restaurant. You can't miss the iconic sign with the real name of the restaurant "Hall's State St Prime Rib". Both times I have gone for the prime rib and I would say that the quality of the prime rib is better than any buffet I have been to but not at the level of Lawry's in Chicago. The wait staff is prompt and very friendly. The prime rib meal came with hot dinner rolls and some sort of texas toast without the garlic flavor. The main attraction was the prime rib which was cooked to medium-rare perfectly. There wasn't too much seasoning unfortunately to it so the horseradish sauce was utilized liberally. Meat was tender and juicy, however, the color was slightly pale compared to other medium rare prime rib I had in the past. The mac and cheese side is an A+ for not being the Kraft variety and you can't go wrong with a baked potato with sour cream. Overall for the price you pay it is a great experience. Pros: super low prices, ample parking, friendly staff, no significant wait Cons: the ambiance throws you back to the 70s, given that it is not in the city there are flies sometimes bothering you during your meal Hidden deals: Daily specials on the board when you walk in. Seniors have a special meal menu as well. Super cheap prime rib for lunch or dinner! read more

Don Hall's Prime Rib - Prime rib 10 oz medium rare - American Near Me - Fort Wayne, Indiana

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Most of the menu items are really good. Just DO NOT order the grilled chicken breasts! I've tried them several times and they are so tough that the steak knife barely makes the cut, unbelievable! The management has been notified, but nothing has changed. Other items are delicious! read more

My wife and I went for prime rib a couple of Saturdays ago. The host was standing there sneezing and sniffing, then getting the silverware. The waitress never mentioned the special of the day. When the prime rib was brought out, it was cold, and I had to go find the waitress to get it reheated. The prime rib wasn't all that either. Price wasn't bad but not really worth it. read more

I'm three weeks into a seven week stay in Fort Wayne. This place has the most delicious salads. Obviously! Because every time I remember to take my phone out to take a picture, I'm halfway through my meal. Service is great, everyone is friendly. My co-workers also like the burgers and chicken sandwiches. They have diet Mountain Dew which I love!! They are social distancing tables. Overall, a great experience and will see you soon! read more

Don Hall's Prime Rib - Sizzlin Cobb without the pesky tomatoes - American Near Me - Fort Wayne, Indiana

Home-cooking at its finest! Fried chicken done right. Almond crusted baked fish. Will be back! read more

Why I choose 4 stars: great food, depending on what your looking for, and service I always order a 10pc fired chicken no thighs. They readily accommodate my request and the chicken is served hot and fresh. It's seasoned well considering most places offer a blander fare. I don't generally stray to much from the chicken. I can attest the green beans are good as well. The buster platter will forever remain a favorite of my youth. The price is feasible 11.99 for the 10pc which puts them a could dollars less than traditional chicken restaurants. The building is small with easy access in and out. Efficient and friendly staff. This is my moms favorite take out, so I'm pretty regular here when I'm having dinner with her. read more

Don Hall's Prime Rib - The fried chicken - American Near Me - Fort Wayne, Indiana

I have no issues with the food or the service. My issue is with the seating. The booths in the restaurant, are in dire need of refurbishing. The booths are like sitting on 2x4 lumber. Zero padding in the seats. Other than that Halls has been a staple in the 05 neighborhood for many years. read more

The other reviews here have nailed it, Hall's is a local joint with friendly staff and a good meal for not a lot of money. Sirloin steak, baked potato, green beans and some garlic cheese toast will set you back a whopping $8.95. Maybe I've had too much Parkview Hospital cafeteria food this week and my standards are unnaturally low. But the thought of a real cooked to order steak and a starch I actually recognize on the plate for under ten bucks will get an automatic four stars. I just can't get over how everywhere I've been in the Mid West fresh veggies get murdered before serving! Come on people, I'd like a little green left in my beans.... Next visit I've been told the "buster" is a must order. p.s. Don't tell Norm's I've been cheating on them. read more

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Don Halls, a local tradition, has a hidden gem in the Prime Rib location. Located in a quieter area of East State St., this location serves a more comfortable atmosphere and food variety than it's counter parts such as the Triangle Park. The menu consists of an excellent variety of sandwiches, including the Big Buster, as well as a good variety of dinner options. Breakfast is served late into the day on Sundays and every night after nine. Many of the customers are regulars, but the friendly wait staff has a habit of going the extra mile and making even a first timer feel welcome. The prices are cheaper than that of other casual sit down places, where it is likely to get out for under $5 and nearly impossible to spend more than 10 a person. read more

Burger, fries, onion rings: all delicious. Tasted like good, old-fashioned food with accommodating staff.

Don Hall's on East State is that neighborhood diner everyone can love. Meals are extremely reasonable, and always delicious. Desserts are generally good as well. You won't be disappointed when you consider the food you're getting and the price you're getting it for. Can't beat a buster burger and fries! read more

Ordered a bowl of chili to go - got home and it was beef soup with hardly any beef and no vegetables. What a total rip !

Not much went right with our food. Char-burger came with the wrong bun and was basically raw hamburger. Potatoes were greasy and burnt. It was more than that, but they had an off day. For the cost, it was not worth it. read more

Great Don Halls to visit anytime Of the day. I usually come on a Friday night and they have wonderful inexpensive specials. I have had the go joe burger which is awesome. I've had their fish sandwich and chili which are both fantastic. and specialty salads which are subpar and I wouldn't order again. The ingredients are just mediocre. Lettuce doesn't don anything to make it appealing. The meat isn't seasoned well and the tomatoes sometimes aren't ripe and flavorless. The croutons are decent and they have ok dressing. I'd stick with the other meals In my opinion. The liver and onions is always a great choice. I just love the gravy it is cooked in. The side veggies are hit and miss with either perfect or to mushy. And their French fries are crisped perfect by under seasoned. I love the fries. Staff is usually friendly but some of the front desk staff have major attitudes. And they will tend to ignore you if you're waiting to be seated with a large table. Easy to pay and get it if there but there could be a wait when you first arrive. Depends on the time of day but this is a busy spot of town. No reservation are taken and large parties are a bit difficult for them. It's not a huge dinning area. I recommend going. It's super quick and cheap and friendly. Plus it's a small local owned business. Always a bonus. read more

Smaller on the inside than some of the other Don Halls, but the service was friendly and the food is cheap and plentiful! There's a great variety of options from sandwiches, salads, soups, and hot entrees. You'd go here for a quick and very casual meal. read more

I grew up one block from the Prime Rib. I loved it. The prime rib is not the very best I've ever had but the flavor and seasonings used are most distinctive. It's a winner! I live in L.A. now but every time I'm back in Ft. Wayne visiting family I make it a point to stop at a Hall's location for a chunk o' prime! What a bargain! What yummy deliciousness!! Steve Z, L.A., CA Big Buster is good, too... read more

Husband and I love the food and the price... people are always real nice too... You can get a prime rib dinner drink and dessert for a great price.. Hands down Best Prime Rib... read more

I have been frequenting Hall's in the Ft.Wayne for many years. When we visit we always stop in. We like Hall's. Love the "special".

Halls has been rapidly increasing their prices. Yesterday they had Honey Pecan chicken over rice with corn for $9. Canned corn with honey pecan chicken? At least a salad would be more appropriate. I declined to order. They do have very good Prime Rib. read more

We were passing by and decided to give Prime Rib a chance despite all the bad reviews we've read. I can't comment on the food because we never saw any. We were seated right away. For ten minutes staff members walked by our table ignoring us, while serving who were seated AFTER us in the nearly empty dining room. As were leaving, TBE hostess snarled at us that they would take care of us in a few minutes. So rude! read more

Had to beg for my food that waitress forgot and refused to refill drinks! Food was undercooked at best not worth stopping for

In town visiting for business. Saw Don Hall's factory off the main road. They offered a surf and turf meal as an October special. I ordered the special with an additional Greek salad. The Greek salad was good along with the mini loaf of bread and butter. The main course was a 6 oz rare prime rib, a skewer of grilled shrimp, mashed potatoes, and some mixed vegetables. What an awesome meal! The prime rib was perfect, the shrimp a wonderful compliment to the meal. The vegetables were fresh and cooked just right. The mini dessert with the special was really good as well. $20 total including an adult beverage was a great value. I would highly recommend Don Hall's factory to anyone wanting an outstanding prime rib and or meal. read more

This place was great! My gf, her mom and I all went here for breakfast this past Saturday and it was a really delicious breakfast! They had steak and eggs and pancakes and it was all good. I had a lunch entree, a burger with a fried egg in it, and it was a HUGE burger! I barely ate half of it and had to take the rest home. Our waitress (Diane or Diana) was awesome! She was so nice and got us everything we wanted before we even asked for it! Great food and great service! read more

Wonderful. A real restaurant with quality food. The prime rib is their staple item that is good. The buster burger is really tasty - charbroiled upon request. Customer service is great. These are people who know how to run a restaurant. Fries are delicious. I'd eat here several times a week if I lived in Fort Wayne. read more

Food is good and affordable as expected with a Hall's neighborhood location. I also like the cozy atmosphere. However the last two visits the service has been terrible (About two weeks ago on a Thursday evening and then again this evening -- around 8:00 both times). Both times service started out nicely but after the meals were served the servers never came back to check on me. And then, both times, after finishing my meal, I waited for right about 15 minutes for my server to bring a bill as I watched her chatting with what I assume is a regular customer in another part of the dining room. It's great that you take good care of regulars but not when it's at others' expense. I don't plan on returning. If I had decent service I would've given 4 stars. read more