We were in Fort Wayne for a quick overnight business trip where my wife and I decided to try Oyster…read moreBar after some locals raved about it . As a seafood lover, I was sold just based on the name alone The building itself is pretty cool. We were told it dates back to the 1880s and is the 2nd oldest building in Indiana behind some other one in Indianapolis. You can definitely feel the history when you walk in. The place is small, with only about 14 tables, and everything is packed in pretty tight, but that's part of what gives it character. The old bar immediately grabbed my attention and looked like it hadn't changed much in over a century We started with the Parmesan baked oysters, which were outstanding and surprisingly fresh for being in the Midwest The homemade clam chowder was loaded with clams and flavor. It was so good it didn't need anything added to it. We also ordered a couple of smoked Old Fashioneds that were a great way to start the night I wanted sea bass, but they were out, so I went with the walleye fish and chips. It's honestly hard for me to pass up fish and chips when they're on a menu, I'm glad I did. The fish was well-seasoned and on point My wife went with a seafood combo that included seafood au gratin, bay scallops, shrimp, crab, applewood bacon risotto, and baked in a lobster creamy sauce Being in Fort Wayne for just one night, this ended up being a great find. The food was excellent, the service was friendly (Shoutout Lindsay) and the whole place had a nostalgic feel that made the experience even better If you're passing through and in the mood for seafood or live locally, I'd definitely recommend checking it out!

The Oyster Bar - 130 years of history for this iconic seafood establishment…read more The Oyster Bar is not for everyone. It is expensive. The restaurant only holds about 50 dinners and the tables are uncomfortably small & close together. It's also located in a neighborhood that might make some people take caution. On the flip side...The Oyster Bar offers 130 years of history in a uniquely older facility that features fresh high quality seafood along with outstanding service. You decide what you value and how you want to spend your dinning dollars. The Oyster Bar is located south of downtown area on Calhoun Street. The vintage building is well signed, lighted and offers an easy-in-easy-out side parking lot. The restaurant only holds about 50 dinners with a limited number of tables and a small bar. I would suggest that you call and make a reservation as The Oyster Bar is a fairly popular place to dine. Inside the building has retained the historic look. The foyer is very small...just like walking into an old house. They feature lots of dark hardwoods and a vintage looking bar. The tables are located very close together as you would expect in a small area. I think the tables are smaller in size as it was difficult to accommodate all the dishes, menus, glasses and cell phones. The white table linens and attractive "sea going" decor help set the experience. The staff on this night was very friendly, professional and helpful. They made us feel welcomed quickly. The waitress was great about removing dishes, refills and stopping to check on us. It's easier when all your tables are close together. Overall the food was excellent. Fresh seafood in Fort Wayne isn't common place. The food creations were delicious & creative without being all that unique. You will find a fairly broad menu to meet most dinner's choices. Here is a run down on the items we ordered: -Calm Chowder: very creamy without being overly rich to taste; moderately thick in consistency with a mild clam flavor; several larger pieces of clam meat; very good taste -Oysters on the half shell: beautiful presentation; oysters were fresh taste; no salty or "sea" tastes/smells; a small dab of sweet cocktail sauce and ground horseradish were nice add; oysters were outstanding!! -Fried Hushpuppies: no corn meal breading here. The outside was lightly fried and slightly oily to taste. The inside was slightly sweet, soft and moist. The chipotle aioli sauce has a very mild southwestern flavor that accented the sweet breading. -Crab Cakes: two fairly large cakes packed with real crab meat; gently fried; the fresh seafood flavors come through nicely; another very good dish! -Seafood Au Gratin: plenty of chunks of scallops and crab buried in a delicious lobster cream sauce and layer of mozzarella cheese. The sauce was creamy and mild without being rich. The seafood pieces retained their original flavor. The cheese topping was nice and gooey which held the seafood & sauce together nicely. Delicious dish!! -Diver Scallops: large and plump scallops cooked perfectly; very tender and moist without a "fishy" taste - nicely done!! I very much enjoyed the dinning experience. I love restaurants that retain and feature an older buildings character. I appreciate high levels of service and outstandingly delicious food. Especially when it comes to fresh seafood!!

Surprising, I did not get any pictures of my experience, which is rare for me. I've wanted a…read moreseafood and Storming crab did not disappoint. We went to the restaurant and ordered our food to go. We the ordered the create your our bag. We had shrimp, snow crab and scallops. The sauce was good and our spice level was hot. It was actually hot. The staff was nice and helpful as it was our first time there. Good experience, will definitely be before.

Really good food, good service, and a casual atmosphere! My fiancé & I really enjoyed our food and…read morewere surprised by how good the seafood bread was! Don't let yourself get caught up in the name... it's cheesy garlic bread with some shrimp (I think) on top... you won't regret trying it. I'm as picky as they come & I really enjoyed it. My shrimp basket with fries was excellent, if a bit salty. My fiancé LOVED his #1 seafood platter. He had at least another meal left over! We were happy with the price & will return!

If you are looking for an amazing seafood experience, you can't go wrong with Paula's on Main. It…read morehas an amazing vibe, incredible tasting (and fresh) seafood, and a thoughtful staff. We had a fantastic meal with a small group of friends. The staff was really helpful picking entrees and keeping the drinks full. I would definitely recommend the Sampler Platter, Walleye or Salmon. Everyone also raved about the Appetizer Tower and the Clam Chowder. We would definitely eat here again any time we had a chance. Joe (the owner) was really involved and spent time talking to the guests, you can tell he is engaged and passionate about Paula's.

Less than 1 star…read more Was fine for five years then...had a horrific experience (on birthday no less) went a second time after that, then a Third time - because I wanted to like them again. When seafood smells and tastes like ammonia three visits in a row there is an issue. I really wanted to love you- you're a Fort Wayne institution and I can walk to dinner and that's why I gave you a second and third chance. Don't know what happened to you. Stay with anything fried and I think you should be safe. Great servers and staff though!

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!

got brunch a few times here and it's always delicious! They are super friendly and welcoming, we…read moredidn't do a reservation and just walked in. It was a little slow, they had open seats at the bar but we got a table for two! I ordered a traditional breakfast and my boyfriend ordered breakfast tacos. The papas bravas with the cheese sauce is fantastic ! 10/10. Banana bread was a little burnt on the bottom but was still super flavorful and soft on the top.

Big Eyed Fish on Wells Street - when you have a craving for Fish & Stroh style fish and tarter…read moresauce Yes, I know that I could go to Stroh to get this old time flavor. However, Big Eyed Fish is pretty good fish in its own right, local...and flavored like the taste I remember from the past. We visited the Big Eyed Fish location on Well's street. They have an express shop located on Huegenard Road and another dine in location at Leo Crossing. This location has been in service since 2003. It has a nice diner feel with super friendly service. You can find parking on the street or in the lot behind the store. The inside is rather large and works well for parties up to about 8 diners. There is a small bar and TV's if that is your thing. They also have a big and varied menu including breakfast items. Here is a run down of the food items: -Fried Fish: the white fish fillet is thin and fried with a thin breading. The fish is moist and tender. It will flake apart with a fork or by hand. The breading has a slight amount of seasoning and isn't very oily to taste. It has a taste similar to the Fish & Stroh style if you are familiar with that. The fillets are not very filling. For an extra $3...I went with the all you can eat option. Delicious fish! -Tarter Sauce: I love tarter sauce. In fact I might order fish to go with my tarter sauce - lol. This mayo based sauce is reasonably thick, somewhat sweet and has a hint of pickle flavoring. It's creamy and makes a perfect complement to the fried fish flavor. -Baked Beans: this side really surprised me. The bean is small and contained hamburger pieces. The sauce had a slight BBQ flavor but not enough to classify it as a BBQ baked bean dish. The meat flavor was a nice add to the smooth tomato spiced sauce. Delicious!! -Cole Slaw: I kind of use KFC as the standard for Cole Slaw. This is very similar. The slaw pieces are cut very small with only one kind of slaw. Seemingly no additives - just slaw. The sauce is mayo based, a bit more sweet along with a hint of vinegar. I loved this side too! -Hush Puppies: these balls are pretty small in diameter. The inside is very modista and sweet with that southern style corn bread taste. The outside is thicker, a bit oily to taste and has a mild corn bread taste/texture. These are probably some of the best hush puppies I've had in my southern raised life.

Went to the Big Eyed Fish on DuPont Ft Wayne In today. Wasted my money. Spent almost $17.00 for…read moreburnt food. Waited at the window for 4 minutes until someone came. Then she opened the window and said I will be with in in a few. Problem is I was the only one in line and no one was inside at the counter. So disappointed. I will NEVER come to your establishment again. Sooooo disappointed.

Our group of six recently had an absolutely phenomenal dining experience at Copper Spoon in…read moredowntown Fort Wayne. We were hosting a special guest visiting from China, so we really wanted the evening to be perfect, and Copper Spoon delivered on every front. The food and drinks were outstanding across the board. We started with fresh oysters and delicious house breads, and our main courses--specifically the ribeyes and the salmon--were cooked to absolute perfection. As great as the food was, the absolute highlight of our evening was our waitress, Kate. She went exceptionally above and beyond to make sure our experience was nothing short of wonderful. Her attentive service, warm hospitality, and professionalism truly elevated the entire night for our group. If you're looking for an unforgettable meal with top-tier service in Fort Wayne, go to Copper Spoon and ask to sit in Kate's section. Highly recommended!

Go to spot for drinks! My husband and I absolutely love the environment, drinks, food, and staff…read more It truly does not get better than Copper Spoon. We highly recommend the whipped feta, cod fritters, and their salmon dish.

This was our first visit to Amore - we'll be going back. First, the service. Our server, Dawn,…read morewas very helpful. She made perfect recommendations for our tastes and was very patient with our pace of dining. The pasta was made in-house and was perfectly cooked. We enjoyed the portion size which allowed us to enjoy 4 courses without feeling stuffed (although my wife took 1/2 her entree home). The wine selection was very nice as well. We also enjoyed the atmosphere. It was a Wednesday night and not too busy allowing us to have a conversation without any trouble. If you're looking for upscale Italian that will rival any restaurant, imo, don't hesitate.

The food is always great - my fave is the braised beef - of course right. Matt, Ross and Dawn at…read morethe bar made it an experience and a fun night!

A Letdown for Anyone Who Knows Hot Pot…read more Chose this for New Year's dinner over another spot. As someone who grew up with hot pot, this was a very disappointing experience. The Bad: · Broths: Tried 3 types. All were watery and completely bland. · Ingredients: Quail eggs were straight from a can. Crab had no meat. The only "noodles" were instant ramen packets. · Sauces: The dipping sauce station was out of cilantro--a main ingredient. · Drinks: The martini was amateurish and watered down. · Value: For the price, the quality is shockingly low. The (One) Positive: · The buffet does have a wide variety of frozen foods and seafood mix to choose from. Bottom Line: If you've never tried KBBQ/hotpot and just want the novelty, maybe. But if you know what good hot pot tastes like, save your money. You'll get better flavor and quality buying ingredients from an Asian grocery and cooking at home for a fraction of the price. I won't be returning.

Cheesy corn portion was way too small. No bowls for ramen…read moreSpoons where not provided Our server never gave us rice and waited for our food to finish about half of it and had another server give us rice. No eta was given for the rice Smoke was everywhere. There was no smoke eliminator. Not enough of options for the hotpot veggies. Tofu was too soft for our type. Would not recommend

Food and service were tops. What we didn't know was a law office rented the lower floor for a…read moreretirement party and was so loud we couldn't hear each other talk. Would have adjusted our reservation had we known

Great food, great service. Will return…read more . . .

I love soul food and thought this place had so much promise. My boyfriend heard good things from…read morehis co workers. They are usually sold out around 6 and even at 6 they were out of several items on the menu. We ordered the catfish dinner and smothered pork chop dinner. Our sides were candied yams and greens. The greens were spicy and I found some type of wood pieces in them. My boyfriend said his pork chop was tough and inedible. My catfish was ok. We were not able to finish out. I was very disappointed due to the amount of money we spent. I definitely will not be back, very disappointing.