We were blessed to be at the Friendly Fox's wine dinner last week. Each delicious course was paired with a tasting of wine. While we love FF, we had never attended one of their monthly (in season) wine dinners. This dinner surpassed our expectations, which were pretty high already! The service was warm, welcoming, friendly but not intrusive. Their natural casual ambience was enhanced by white linens, fresh flowers, and candles at the tables. The food...oh the food! Fabulous (see pics)! Next wine dinners will likely resume in the fall. It's a small restaurant so only the lucky ones who reserve in time get in! The chef and his wife, Kendra, are wonderful hosts! read more

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Popped into this lovely cafe for a quick late lunch on a workday. The Friendly Fox has a comfortable, local feel with an open, airy dining room. I enjoyed an easy panini and coffee, but didn't get to investigate the sweets this time! The cafe had a fun selection of seasonal coffee drinks and ice creams. Panini was good but not groundbreaking- a great casual lunch option with kind service. Family friendly read more

First this place is super cute and we loved the decor especially the hanging plants. the coffee menu had some excellent choices so we tried both an iced and hot. The toffee crunch coffee was really good not overly sweet and well made. The iced Honey Bunny Latte was good but less successful as it had chunks in it my guess is honey that didn't mix in since it was iced but flavor was still pretty good. For breakfast we got avocado toast and biscuits with gravy with potatoes and side of scrambled egg. Both meals were simple but really the biggest issue was lack of seasoning. The potatoes didn't even have salt or pepper on them. The sausage gravy tasted mostly of yhe roux and the avocado toast was literally avocado, a piece of toast and an over hard egg. The biscuits were good (and very clearly tasted like they were made with bisquick) but there wasn't enough sausage gravy on the plate. Service was friendly but standoffish. I would go back to grab a coffee but probably not for the food. read more

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We just spent 70 dollars including a tip for two people. Food was not great. After finishing, we asked for dessert and were told we could have brownies because all the other deserts were for tomorrow. Every table around us had dessert. We could definitely see deserts in the case that were wrapped up. You realy should have sold us deserts. Do better. There isn't much in the 07. We need good places to go. read more

We stopped into the Friendly Fox for a quick breakfast/brunch before attending the 2023 Johnny Appleseed Festival in Fort Wayne, and we couldn't have been more impressed with this place. The food was spectacular. I had a breakfast skillet and my wife had quiche, and everything was wonderful, including the coffee. The ambiance is also excellent; this is an old, historic building that exudes class. Service was also excellent. I highly recommend this restaurant. read more

The Friendly Fox - Front door - Cafes Near Me - Fort Wayne, Indiana

Food - sandwiches, quiches & soups & salads are excellent! You'll enjoy their desserts as well. And, well, they're a coffee spot - yummy! Plus some nice artwork in the back room. Service is always friendly. You'll feel to home! read more

Came here from out of town. The service was good but the texture of the chicken wrap was really unpleasant to me. The chips that came with it were also unseasoned. The smoothie was lovely but I don't think I'll go out of my way to come back. read more

Great food The breakfast cinnamon roll was good. The atmosphere is quaint and service professional and friendly. read more

Great place to eat! Had to wait a few minutes for a table, but worth it. We had breakfast sandwiches that were delicious. The 6 year old licked his plate even. read more

It's a very cozy place. The coffee and the food was great. Good place to meet and chat. Highly recommend.

One of my favorite places in the city. This place has it all- great coffee, good vibes, delicious desserts, tasty sandwiches and snacks. There's also a crystal shop next door. What is there not to love? read more

The wifi is turned off during certain hours, to dissuade laptopers from lingering I guess. Unfortunately I went there to do some work for an hour or so, and I couldn't connect, and my hotspot didn't work in the area. My food was just OK and the service was just OK. read more

What a cute neighborhood cafe! We came here for lunch and weren't disappointed. Service was quick and easy. I ordered the Lemon Scallion salad and substituted hummus for the chicken. My husband had the Italian sandwich, and the bread was super soft. Our friend had the California wrap, which looked really fresh. It was 90 degrees, so we ate inside instead of on the covered patio. Most impressive was the baked good case! read more

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Such a chic spot- and homemade goodness! Everything I've had there has been great. Sometimes a small wait- but worth it.

Have been here many times and it's a great place when they're open. Stopped by today around 2pm and I guess they decided to close early for the day. Would be nice if they indicated that online or on their social media in some way before we made the drive from the north side of town. read more

DO NOT GET THE CHICKEN SALAD WRAP, it will not taste the way you think it will. Other than that, the food is pretty average, it's nothing special. read more

The Friendly Fox - Gorgonzola Chicken Salad Wrap Chorizo grilled cheese - Cafes Near Me - Fort Wayne, Indiana

I've been wanting to visit this place for 3 years now and just never made the time, but I made the time today. The only complaint I have is very little parking. Other than that, the atmosphere and service were excellent. We were greeted right away, and the staff were friendly and helpful the entire time! It smelled so good as soon as we walked in! I was happy that they had some keto options with salad and humus on their menu! The kale and sausage soup portion was rather small for a man but was delicious. My salad with roasted beet vinaigrette was a nice portion with amazing flavors! Would love to try their breakfast menu someday! read more

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Cute, warm neighborhood bistro! I was passing through Ft Wayne, did my Yelp search and this seemed the most appealing at the time. I had the Gorgonzola Brisket Jalapeno sandwich, it was excellent! The smoke their own brisket here! My wife had the roasted beet salad, that was excellent too! The staff was friendly intelligent, and the place is very clean. Thank you Friendly Fox! read more

always so good when i visit! food? DELISH! the cutest little café you ever did see with the sweetest staff. definitely a high recommendation of mine. do check out the walls, last time i was seated inside and they had earrings hung up for sale. they had other items as well. read more

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We are always looking for local places to get wraps/sandwiches and found this great little spot. The inside was really nice, the staff was incredibly friendly (Pun fully intended), and my Southwest Veggie Wrap was light with a ton of flavor! Definitely coming back soon! read more

The Friendly Fox - Front entrance - Cafes Near Me - Fort Wayne, Indiana

The Friendly Fox is the perfect sandwich and salad spot for a leisurely lunch! This is the first time I'd visited 'The Fox' for a meal. The coffee and open space has always been great for a working afternoon on my laptop, but this time I came for lunch on a Saturday and was happy with the result! I ordered a wine spritzer to drink which was the perfect starter for Saturday afternoon; it was fresh and fruity but not too sweet. The Cuban sandwich I ordered hit the spot as well. It was jam packed with meat, and carried a savory zip from pickled onions, jalapeño, and mustard. The bread was pressed crisp--perfectly surrounding the flavorful fillings. Overall I give The Friendly Fox 4-stars for a great menu selection with fantastic sandwiches, and creative drinks. The service was exactly what you'd expect--so friendly read more

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Absolutely love the food & fellowship that come with being at The Friendly Fox! Staff is very smiley, helpful & patient, atmosphere is relaxing yet fulfilling! Seating indoors & outdoors with street parking! So many dessert options to choose from here, as well as vegan friendly food choices! Never a bad experience when I come here! read more

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We have been to this charming restaurant three times, and each time it was a winner lunch. The food is made from scratch. The beverages and desserts are very unique and delicious. Oh, and the atmosphere is charming and retro. Love a corner neighborhood eatery you will too read more

So good and fresh! And they make several of their ice creams. I just got a basic Buffalo Chicken wrap and it was very good. The chicken was good and just the right amount of the lettuce, cheese and chicken. It was nice to sit outside and the side street they are on his quiet and not loud with lots of cars. This is the second time I've eaten here for lunch and I hope to make it for breakfast/brunch too read more

The Friendly Fox - Cafes Near Me - Fort Wayne, Indiana

Friendly Fox has a great mix of beverages and snacks. Disappointed in being closed on Mondays, but understand with staff shortages. Flat breads are a great choice! They also will serve sandwiches on single-bread for Diabetics. Great choice if you're in the area. read more

Another fab lunch for Saturday date! Italian sub, Turkey pesto chorizo delicious! Mimi just stellar service and customer personality! Yum yum! read more

Sandwiches are very fresh and delicious. Desserts are terrific and decadent. Service and atmosphere are great too!

I wanted to like this place... it was a quaint little cafe with very nice people but the food was sub par and the prices were out of proportion to what you received. We were passing through on our way to pick something up in the area and looked for an on-the-go option in quaratine. I ordered the turkey panini and my fiance ordered the italian sandwich with chorizo, I forgot the same. Both were meh... I can make a better turkey sandwich at home and not spend $18. They upcharged for side changes - so to go from a bag of chips to 5 peoples of cantalope, I was charged $2+ dollars and my fiance got the qunioa salad which he really liked, though I wasn't impressed. He also ordered a side of brisket which was alright and it was a good portion for the price. But by the time we got the sides we wanted (because who wants a plain bag of potato chips when you order from a cafe with fresh baked food...) and tax/fees, it was $36 for lunch. I can get Jimmy Johns for us both with sides and a drink for under $20 and be more satisfied. Sorry... read more

We met up here for brunch with some family in the area on a Sunday afternoon. We were specifically looking for somewhere dog-friendly since we were traveling with our four-legged one, so it was nice that we were able to have a spot out of the patio. The coffee drinks were decent, but food was definitely mediocre and had small portions. I get that dogs are allowed, but it would have been nice if they had water bowls out or a little more spce between tables. Fortunately our dog was small - I think a larger dog would be cramped. My husband ordered the bacon jam sandwich. There was almost no jam on the sandwich and it was very small. The English muffin was quite dry too. It was just a sandwich so it would have been nice if it included fruit or something. I ordered the southwest breakfast scramble. Mine was definitely better, with a good amount of delicious chorizo in it. It came with potatoes, which was a bit of a surprise since it did not indicate that on the menu. Our coffee drinks were decently tasty. Service was very slow, although I recognize they were decently busy. I am not sure if this was because we were on the patio or service was slow for everyone. If I was in this part of town, I might try it again. read more

One of the hidden gems of the 07 area. Great food, great coffee, great desserts. Give it a shot - it's worth it!

Food was decent but the fox wasn't so friendly The server(s) started putting up tables and chairs 40 minutes before close and acted like we were inconveniencing them just by being there. Shortly after, our server came over and took our plates without even asking (while there was still food on them). Overall just a bummer of an experience since the food is good and it's a nice space. read more

Food is delicious service is friendly and prompt inside very little ambiance but patio is cute earth flowers and overhang and you can bring your dog! read more

Im so happy to finally have made it inside. Every time I visit, something prohibits me and I couldn't be happier with my experience. The signage above the shop outside and the corner entrance makes it feel inviting. We were immediately greeted and chose a table by the window. Our server was very professional and friendly, knowledgeable without being pushy. Even though it was 90 outside, but husband preferred a yummy chai concoction that they created for him and I ordered the lavender tea. I love a good salad and I honestly could have eaten any of them. Served on a long plate, it's bigger than it looks. I could feel my husband's sideways glance when we were offered dessert, so we shared the carrot cake and salted caramel ice cream and the BlackBerry key lime ice cream. Whew! The carrot cake is a go-to when i see it. The cream cheese icing with walnut "crust" put me over the edge. It's not overly sweet, but still very rich and satisfying. The Key lime is light and just enough tart that you can enjoy the true flavor. The game changer was the Graham tucked inside the berries. We definitely over indulged, but that's what the gym is for, right? The exterior has a bike rack and generous seating under a pergola. The gypsy flower truck is marvelously parked outside - how can you resist? read more

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I have heard good things about the Friendly Fox. I went there this weekend and had breakfast. I ordered a chocolate frappuccino. It was a decent size, and served with whip cream. I also ordered the biscuits and gravy. ( You can order half or full order) Full order is just two biscuits, and it came with potatoes. Overall, I think it was good. I like the atmosphere and the great location, right in a neighborhood. I noticed another customer come in with his dog. (not a service a dog) I think you can bring your dog, but it has to be out on the front patio. read more

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One of the best things to do when visiting a new place is to visit the local coffee shops. Today I had the pleasure of visiting the Friendly Fox in Ft.Wayne IN. Small, quiet, unique, with an ambient glow, this coffee shop sets itself apart from the rest. From brunch like items to sweets and ice cream, the Friendly Fox offers a unique experience with great service. Local custom art work are one of the first things you see in this coffee shop. The display of local work says a lot about the kind of business this shop is. Supporting the local arts is an important part of the diversity of our country. With so much talent artist need every avenue to get their work out there. Local is always the way to go and The Friendly Fox hits that mission without failure. I can't wait for my next visit. As I continue my travels the Friendly Fox will forever be at the top of my list. read more

The Friendly Fox - Cafes Near Me - Fort Wayne, Indiana

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We were passing through town, so I searched Yelp for a tasty lunch destination. Wow. What a delightful and delicious stop! The environment is cozy and cute. There are two indoor seating rooms, but they also have a dog-friendly patio. That's where we dined since our Husky was with us. It was cold, but we grabbed a couple blankets for our laps and ordered some hot chocolates and coffees, and we made it work for the sake of our furry girl. The staff was wonderful!! Not only did they take exceptionally good care of us, they were also lovely with our dog! They brought her a water dish, and they told us about doggy treats on their menu. It seems dogs aren't just tolerated, but they are cared for! I loved this! Back to the people, we all ordered sandwiches. We tried the special (turkey on wheat with veggies and pepper jam), the Gorgonzola brisket, Italian panini, and grilled cheese. I also had a cup of tomato soup. Everything was wonderful, but if we had to choose, we all agreed that the Gorgonzola brisket won the meal. Soooo good. They served our hot drinks in adorable mugs, and the hot chocolate was definitely a notch above average. If I lived closer, I would be a frequent flier! So much more to try! Love love love this place! read more

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Very good food. A great place to come for lunch. They have salads, sandwiches, and wraps. They have a large drink menu of coffees, teas and more. They also off pastries, cakes, and other deserts. I had the friendly fox panini. It was delicious. They also had a special soup for the day which was good. We will be adding this place to our week lunch rotation. read more

Yum! If I lived in Ft. Wayne, I would certainly be back! So many things in the menu I wanted to try! I couldn't pass up the bacon cheddar quiche and scone. All was delicious. My husband's breakfast sandwich in a house made bagel looked amazing. The cinnamon roll.... Just needed more icing to offset the heavier/drier dark wheat flour. read more

The Friendly Fox - Bacon cheddar quiche, fruit, scone, cinnamon roll - Cafes Near Me - Fort Wayne, Indiana

What a great place for a delicious lunch! We've gone twice and have been impressed each time with our sandwich selection and their amazing homemade soups! A very welcoming, friendly environment! We will be back! read more

Not so friendly at the friendly fox. Had co-workers recommend going here and was sadly disappointed with our service. Asked for a water and iced latte. Never received a water or a straw. My mom asked for more coffee to the person that brought our food and it was slammed on the table like we were an inconvenience. Server ask how our food was and ran before we could barely say anything or ask for anything. We will stick with the dash in. Please train your staff on how to have better customer service. read more