Klemm&#x27;s Kafe

The Arbor Restaurant is located in The Bradley Hotel in downtown Fort Wayne, Indiana. We had our…read morebreakfast here while at a convention. Service is excellent, food is delicious, ambience beautiful. My only complaint is that the coffee was lukewarm as it is dispensed out of a pump dispenser and not a heated pot. They have a breakfast brisket that is very delicious.

Great brunch spot. Loved that it was open on a Sunday! We got the brisket hash which was amazing,…read morethe ricotta pancakes which are flavorful and sweet but not TOO sweet, the apple pie chai which is pretty sweet but delicious and the Bradley iced coffee which was delicious! Definitely recommend!

Pancakes lemon ricotta

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Pistachio cheesecake with honey drizzle

Proximo

4.3(326 reviews)

0.7 mi

I rarely give 5 stars because you can always do better but my first experience at Proximo was…read moreamazing. I'd heard good things and when friends told me to pick a brunch location for my birthday - I decided to give them a try. I loved my lemon and blueberry pancakes with the sweet and pepper bacon. So good. The French toast and shrimp & grits got thumbs up from friends. I was gifted a free dessert for my birthday and chose the chocolate mousse with berries - wow, amazing. Our server was wonderful. Thank you for a fantastic birthday brunch. I will be back!

The breakfast came out hot and fresh. The gravy and eggs had a good flavor on the skillet. The…read morebacon was a bit chewier than I would have liked. The banana bread was good and we enjoyed the sauce. The server was quick to take our order but not really quick to come back and check on us. We were done eating before he had come back out. It was pretty dead in the restaurant. There was only 3 tables total. The music and decor were enjoyable .

Inside view

Chicken pesto

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Tuna entree

Charlie’s Place

4.3(120 reviews)

2.0 mi

Locally owned & operated

Catering service

Charlie's place was a great restaurant that is good with dogs. The food was delicious! Everybody…read moreloved their dish! The server, Olivia, was great! She offered to bring out plain chopped up chicken for our dog. I would go there all the time if I lived in Fort Wayne!

It's is absolutely demo and great service! The outdoor setting is lovely especially with the…read morecovered patio

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Breakfast Clubb

4.3(49 reviews)

3.9 mi

Always a pleasure dining here, generous portions and friendly staff. Food is always hot and…read moredelicious. My recommendation is the omelets.

The food here was not on point for this visit. The kids pancakes looked like they threw a handful…read moreof chocolate chips on it. It was too much. My over medium eggs were completely cooked, the bacon tasted off and old, the eggs Benedict were over cooked as well. The server was good she took great care of us.

Packed on a Sunday!

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Really good Cosmic Benedict

Penny Drip

4.3(74 reviews)

0.8 mi

The best avocado toast that I've ever had. Stopped by on my way through Fort Wayne. It's simply…read moreprepared with quality ingredients but expertly executed. I've tried half a dozen places closer to where I live in the Indy area but none come close.

Penny Drip is definitely a convenient one-stop shop no matter what time of day you go. They offer…read moreeverything from craft coffee drinks to craft beer and handcrafted cocktails, which makes it a versatile spot whether you're meeting friends, working, or just passing through. The environment has a slightly industrial feel with just a hint of coziness, which gives it a modern but still comfortable vibe. I ordered the bacon, egg, and cheese bagel. It was alright -- nothing special, but given the size and volume of the place, I don't necessarily expect everything to be made completely fresh to order. It did the job. The service was also just alright. My interaction with the barista/bartender was brief and unfortunately a bit stale. She wasn't rude, just not particularly warm or memorable. Overall, it's a convenient place with a lot of options, but the experience itself was pretty average.

Saturday night vibes

New York Chopped Cheese (mini)

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Best espresso martini in town!

First Watch

3.3(37 reviews)

3.0 mi

Good food some healthy options like the egg whites omelette in case you're in cut or some bulky…read morelike the chilaquiles bowl, menu shows protein and calorie counts so it makes it easier to track your numbers.

Service was extremely subpar, to say the least. Several waiters and waitresses walked past us…read moremultiple times without acknowledging or assisting us, and we were left waiting for an extended period of time. When we were eventually helped, the waitress made a significant issue out of the ID requirements and explained that we could not sit at the bar without one. I completely understand that there are guidelines and policies that employees are required to follow; however, it was the way the situation was communicated that made the interaction feel unnecessarily negative and unwelcoming. Overall, the service and customer experience were disappointing, and unfortunately, it left a poor impression.

New First Watch!!

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The Hoppy Gnome

4.2(735 reviews)

0.7 mi

What an outstanding lunch! I was here with a large group, 14 people, and the server was very…read moreaccommodating. Thankfully it was not very busy on a Wednesday at lunchtime, so the food came out much more quickly than expected. I ordered the banh mi wrap with shrimp and it was delightful. Just the right amount of heat in the sauce. But the real star was the Brussells sprouts. Jammy and delicious with a hint of bacon. Best sprouts Iʻve eaten in a while. Seating area is very open. It might get a little loud when itʻs packed, but that was not a problem for us at lunch.

The Hoppy Gnome (downtown Fort Wayne, southeast side of courthouse) - new food menu, you decide!…read more The old food offerings were the reason I came here and the reason I preferred not to come back. I loved the Cuban flavors, unique food items and the variety of tacos. Everyone loves tacos and The Hoppy Gnome did (still does, only 4 versions now) them well. However...after about a half dozen visits...I got bored with the same offerings. On line posters and most frequent customers (according to the manager) tend to favor the old menu. I, personally, found the change very refreshing and delicious! I will be back as there are lots of new things to try! The Hoppy Gnome is located downtown on the southeast side of the court house. You can park in the Citizens Center parking lot for free after 5pm. It is safe and right across the street from The Gnome. Making a reservation is easy on Open Table. I would suggest you do that versus walking in. The inside is still appealing with the bright and colorful industrial decor. They have a large private seating area for parties. They also have a street side outdoor patio. We sat outside on this summer evening. The area is spacious with solid high table furniture. People watching is fun but the traffic can be really loud at times. The new menu has a much broader appeal and less emphasis on Cuban only items. You will find lots of appetizer choices. Salads, burgers, flatbreads, pasta, seafood and chicken dishes are available. There are a decent number of specialty entrees and four varieties of tacos. All items pretty reasonably priced. Here is a run down on the food we ordered: -Chicken Flatbread: the crust was a little thicker than a normal thin crust and very soft; the manager said they really researched out this crust to fit their style; lots of delicious grilled chicken and toppings; very tasty! -Miso Honey Wings: 8 medium sized wings that are grilled and dipped; slightly crunchy skins; all white color on the inside but perhaps a little over cooked as the wing meat was tough and a bit dry; very unique sauce - very thick, sticky and rich in consistency; mild amount of sweetness and teriyaki flavors. The manager says about 70% of the people that order wings get the Miso Honey sauce. This dish was very good also! -Side salad: nice sized side salad; very fresh and attractive; no iceberg lettuce here - real greens; nice garnishment of carrots, cucumbers and roasted red peppers The team here was very friendly and professional - per normal. They hustled to serve. We particularly enjoyed sharing our experience with the manager and getting insight on the changes. Give the new menu a try for yourself!!

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S'mores

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Nice beer selection.

Ophelia’s

4.5(99 reviews)

0.1 mi

The food was really good, I had their sweet potato pancakes and they were amazing! Their matcha &…read moreespresso drinks are also really good. The staff were very nice, patient (we were a big group), and quick as well. The restaurant is really cute! I love the pink booths and that they have an upstairs as well. Would love to come back the next time I'm in town. Also hopefully they decided to sell merch, their pink sweaters the employees wear are super cute!

They have the most DELICIOUS blueberry biscuits. I'm from NJ, and every time I come to the area I…read moreHAVE to stop here. Everything is delicious and the presentation is always so beautiful. Service is incredible as well. 10/10 will always be back again

Seating Area at Ophelia's

Cauliflower cheesy bread

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Burnt honey rosemary latte

The Bluebird Restaurant

4.3(102 reviews)

3.3 mi

The Blue Bird has great food, good portions, fabulous service. Down home feel to the place. One of…read moremy favorite restaurants.

Good food. Good service. A really good breakfast place. A bit out of the way, but worth it…read more Recommend.

Chocolate chip waffle!

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Cosmos Restaurant

4.7(18 reviews)

6.8 mi

Cosmos - another nice visit to Cosmos. They have such a broad menu that everyone can find…read moresomething. Especially if you like breakfast foods. Cosmos always has plenty of staff, great service and speedy food preparation. I tried the tenderloin based on recommendations from the Tenderloin FaceBook group. I ordered a breaded tenderloin. It was moderately thick - not pounded to a thin layer like a lot of tenderloins. The meat was very moist and tasty. The breading was a bit thinner than most traditonal tenderloins. It was darker in color with a saltier spice taste. The sandwich came with all the usual add ons - lettuce, tomato, pickles, mayo, ketchup, mustard. I really liked the sandwich!!

We have been trying to visit Cosmos for several months but kept showing up when it was closed in…read morethe afternoon. It is clean and nicely appointed and the decor is stylish. My wife ordered and enjoyed three eggs , hash browns and a really tasty biscuit! I, on the other hand, had the Philly steak. It was almost inedible! Instead of the traditional shaved tender steak, this one had big chunks of chewy beef and a tasteless cheese sauce on a bun that fell apart in your hands. It came with lemon rice soup that was good and outstanding French fries. The manager stopped by the table and I mentioned my disappointment. She immediately offered a substitute and I chose The Cosmo Egg Benedict that was extremely satisfying. All in all everything worked out well and I'm sure that we will return.

Interior...quite stylish!

Nutella crepes with fruit

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Interior

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Willie A.

11 years ago

It's breakfast food ,,not bad my kids and my girl like it a lot,, I eat out a lot so it was no big deal to me.... to be honest with you

Ron M.

9 years ago

Great place with a down home feel. You can sit at the bar and watch your food be cooked. Great place

Joseph J.

7 years ago

I order nothing but the best...freshest garbage they ...what at top of the can even...love it

Mike P.

10 years ago

Amazing food great service lovely people. Food was great and fast service was also sweet

Michael Y.

13 years ago

Always packed, what else do you need to know?

Klemm's Kafe - breakfast_brunch - Updated August 2026

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