Zianos was our new place to try when our favorite Italian was closed. The place is nicely decorated, but small. In an alcove of sorts by the restrooms, there was a conglomeration of unsightly items that belonged in a closet. Due to the small size of the place, one does not feel privacy but it is more like the feeling of fast food Italian. Maybe like a nice version of a Fazolis. To begin with, let's talk food , we began with the famous 99 cent breadsticks. Yeah, you're just gonna wanna go ahead and order a second order too. They are so flipping good. We got marinara, Alfredo, and cheese sauce to dip them in and they were delicious. I'd go for those alone. We also had the meatball appetizer and they were good! The meal we had was Chicken Marsala. It was unlike any Marsala that we are used to, BUT it was very tasty! I'd order again, for sure. Our server was polite and helpful. She grabbed our appetizer plate too soon instead of checking with us first as there was still bread to be eaten, but she apologized for that. She was clearly very motivated. Overall, it was a good experience. Not our normal place, but I'd definitely go back sometime. read more

I've always heard about Zianos but we have never been. We had planned on one of our favorite Italian restaurants for our late Valentines dinner but it was not open. So... we decided to try Zianos. Located in the end of a strip mall, I was a little surprised at the appearance. While clean, it's not a romantic atmosphere at all. Not what we were hoping for but it wasn't too busy, so we at least had a quieter meal. Elizabeth was our server and she was very kind. We ordered breadsticks (at 99 cents per order), and some meatballs for an appetizer. The breadsticks were so good... we ordered the second round. Perfect. Definitely the highlight of the meal. The meatballs were also good. For our main dish, we both ordered the Chicken Marsala. We love a great chicken Marsala. This was different than any we have had. The sauce was thicker than what we are accustomed to having but the taste was pretty good. All in all, the food was good for a fair price. Our server was a little zealous at one point, removing a dish before we were finished, but she did give us two coupons.... For one order of free breadsticks. That should make up for it... Would we go back? Yeah. Does it compare to our favorite local Italian restaurant? Not really. If we were ever back in Fort Wayne again on a Monday when our restaurant is closed, that would be the day we would go. read more

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We ordered delivery from Zianos after arriving pretty late to our VRBO (highly recommend Sycamore House!) on Friday evening. Zianos was quick, affordable, and had a few fun menu items like Shrimp Alfredo Pizza. We were completely happy with our order! The kids Alfredo with broccoli was a great portion, and the side salad was a nice size as well. It will definitely be on our list next time we're in town! read more

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This is one of three locations in Fort Wayne. Food is great and consistent but this location is my least favorite just due to the layout. Door is near the tables during the winter it is colder, layout feels like your eating in a lobby. However I still go to this location when it's convenient all the time. But regardless they have the best breadsticks I've ever had! read more

Zianos Italian Eatery - Best breadsticks I've ever had! - Italian Near Me - Fort Wayne, Indiana

May 23, 2026....To the hostess wearing a red nike jacket - She definitely needs better manners and a reality check. Rude as soon as we walked in and mad dogging us the entire. All of this because we asked for a booth instead of a table. This Zianos location needs to train or discipline her, or their customers will turn away. To the waiter that served us, he made the rest of the night amazing. Thank you. read more

Food was great, service was great, vet. discount was reasonable. Wasn't rushed. Water was very attentive and accommodating. Asked for an extra slice of bread and received it promptly. Great lunch options. read more

Our group of 28 was crammed together at one long table with no room to move. The private room had plenty of space to make two long tables, or several short tables. Only one waitress was allotted to serve all of us. Very uncomfortable for 'average' food. :( ... lunch time- they were not terribly busy otherwise read more

My family and I love this place. Well known for the breadsticks (rightfully so) but we really enjoy the pizza, lasagna, and the fettuccini alfredo. We've been dozens of times and have never had a poor service. The dining area isn't large but we always seem to get a seat without having to wait very long. read more

Service was great. Food was absolutely amazing! We had the stuffed shells, grilled chicken, lasagna, meatballs, breadsticks, and my favorite the baked ziti and all were absolutely phenomenal! I'm very picky about good Italian food and this was so good dare I say it was almost better than Olive Garden. Definitely will be returning, and the atmosphere is very family friendly. read more

So it's been a while since my last review of this casual dining restaurant. This place can get busy because of its low price point for family meals. Our recent trip was unfortunately not a five star experience. I didn't realize until my order came out that the waitress had given me the wrong entrée. I was wondering, when chicken piccata came with mushrooms and realized after tasting it that it was chicken marsala. It was literally swimming in the sauce with only a small amount of pasta as you can see from the picture. The pasta was cooked al dente which is a good however the sauce was greasy and heavy. The breadsticks that are $.99 are always a steal. Unfortunately, I felt that the waitress did not really pay particular attention to the table never refilling the water and she quickly came in and threw down the check while we were still eating. I think I'll have to pass on coming back in the future. read more

The best thing I can say about this place is that they give you large portions. The food is really just not like true Italian food. The sauce doesn't have a deep flavor like you would expect from a scratch made sauce. Kind of disappointing. read more

Great Italian restaurant! Good food, good service, and veteran's discount on top of that. It's at the top of my list of restaurants.

I don't think there lasagna is made the traditional way usually baked and a piece is cut and served, there's was more like put together individually with like a Hodge lodge casarole very few noodles and sauce with cheese and baked not good i will go elsewhere for lasagna. read more

Arrived and was told it would be a 20 minute wait for a table for 2. They took our name and number and told us to wait in the car. After 25 minutes, I called them and they picked up the phone and instantly put it on hold without answering. Never did answer. I called back again a few minutes later and same thing. We left. They never did call. read more

While I don't live in Fort Wayne anymore, I ALWAYS ask my family to get Ziano's at least once when I'm in town. I traveled back for an extended time this winter, and, as luck would have it, I've been able to eat Ziano's TWICE and I'm not ashamed by it. From my own experience, I've never had a bad or even unpleasant experience eating or picking up pizza from this location, and I am so, so grateful for those bread sticks (a whole order of 4-5 for 99¢...whhhhaaat?!). I noticed that some other reviewers spoke about the lack of COVID protocols, but that couldn't be further from my experience. Everyone was masked and there are multiple dispensers of hand sanitizer on the main cashiers station. So, from my two recent experiences, I have to say I continue to be pleased with their service. Now to the good stuff--the food. So I won't lie that my family and I usually have our go-to dishes. My parents love the "classic" pizza, which is always a solid as far as my experiences have gone. It is pepperoni, sausage, onions, and peppers (and of course lots of lovely cheese). We got this both times we picked up in the last month, and it was just as great as ever. We do sometimes have to heat up the pizza whe returning home, but we live a few minutes away and who doesn't like just out of the oven warm pizza? When eating in, I've never felt that pizza wasn't the perfect temperature, so this is just a comment for carry out (but in my experience, carry out and delivery are always in need of a little love when you get them home so this is normal). We also got a house salad - - which was fresh and delicious. Pretty normal ingredients with lettuce, tomatoes, cheese, sweet pepper, and green onion. Cannot recommend the house dressing enough--it's a take on Italian dressing and I always ask for extra so I have some for another salad at a later date. This trip is the first time I tried the salad, and it's a keeper on my go-to list. Last, but not least, the bread sticks. Everyone has included them in their reviews because they are a MUST HAVE. An order of bread sticks is 99¢, but the order is not for the faint of heart. The first time my family came here, we figured an order was 2 since it was do cheap - - we were wrong. Each order comes with 4-5 bread sticks WHICH ARE HUGE. I won't lie that we order an extra order to have more bread sticks later in the week. My mom loves the Alfredo dipping sauce, while I am very pro cheese sauce. Both are great, and I'm sure their red sauces are great, too, for dipping. I don't know if you can go wrong. So happy that Ziano's has a location on our side of town--while Fort Wayne has numerous pizza places, this is my favorite. Service is always great, and the dine-in atmosphere is great (though I can't judge this during COVID because I've only done take out). Writing this review makes me wish I had more pizza for my next meal, but maybe that means I can convince my family to order this again next week... read more

This is my all time favorite! You can't find better bread sticks anywhere. Don't know what the secret trick is, but I can't resist them. All the entrees are great, too. I usually get the lasagna but today I had the daily special of Marsala chicken. One of the family owners, Jimmy, is friendly and will sit and talk with you when he has time! Lisa is my favorite server and she is quick and efficient! Try this place; you will thank me! read more

Zianos Italian Eatery - Chicken Marsala and pasta. - Italian Near Me - Fort Wayne, Indiana

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Ample portions, reasonable prices, great breadsticks, second visit here, never disappoints!

Not only is the food delicious at Zianos, but I would honestly come here even if it were for the breadsticks alone! By far the best Italian restaurant in Fort Wayne!! Make sure you order any pasta with Romano sauce with the perfect Alfredo/ marinara flavor. The space inside is definitely a bit tight. I wish there was a bit more breathing room when dining in, but I guess that's what you get for having such great food! read more

Zianos Italian Eatery - Italian Near Me - Fort Wayne, Indiana

food was tasty but pasta was small portions ( come on guys pasta is cheap ) put a heap on the plate. Female waitress does not listen we asked for meatball appitizer with red sauce she brought white and tried to talk us into eating it she finally brought what we ordered with our meal. do we want bread sticks no we replied she said are you sure everyone gets them we said yes and presented a free coupon and she still charged us. my entree was chicken with a side of pasta it wasn't a side it was under the chicken more like a garnish I asked for some more pasta just pasta as the meal had a lot of oil and butter left she said ok ans brought out another entree minis the chicken it seems as thought for was autopilot and not listening if we go back I will call her on what she messes up and reflect it on her tip.. three days later Casa italian resturant free bread a side pf pasta was enough for two meals price was a little more but worth it. read more

Absolutely horrible! Came in tonight for my daughter's birthday. we made a reservation in advance of course as well. When we show up, they act surprised that we are there and the hostess has an instant attitude. She walked in the back and mouthed something about our party and comes back out and asks us to go out to our cars for ten minutes so they can set us up. It's freezing out, we have babies with us and 13 people, but ok we do so. Come back in when asked and they had proceeded to sit everyone who came in after us and our table still was not ready. Finally we get our table and no one even greets us for nearly 30 minutes. Had to ask someone if he was our server. Finally order and get our food. The bill comes and they added someone else's meal to my bill. Somehow couldn't figure out how to take it off and told me they added a $10 discount. The bill was $79 before this all starts and be comes back with my card charged for $75. I asked how a $10 discount count be added and only $5 taken off? He didn't know he claims. Then the $5 that was taken off my bill was added to another persons in our party's bill. They kept the itemized receipt in the back and charged him more! seriously!? Just crazy that this is the type of "service" we get when trying to bring good business to your establishment. read more

Very good Italian family run establishment. Very reasonable prices. They had 99 cent homemade breadsticks

All I can say is... wow. This place is SO good. It's a quaint and cozy little hidden gem. The portions are perfect and the staff is very kind. The breadsticks are .... Olive Garden who??? Highly recommend! read more

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Amazing Italian food! I've tried several items on the menu, and they were all great. I've also ordered large amounts for a big group, and again the food was outstanding. read more

This is awesome! I was so happy to find this place. It is great Italian food without the pretense and high prices of "fine" dining. Lexus was a delightful and attentive server. The breadsticks are so good and 99 cents for 4-5 pieces.We also had garlic cheese & toasted ravioli. Entrees of chicken Marsala, Tilapia Florentine, and a pesto pizza. All delicious! I hope they bring a franchise to Muncie! read more

Everything I try there is always delicious. Never no disappointment! If you love Italian go try it

Great Italian restaurant, great food great service. Nothing negative about this business. I ordered the Baked Mozzarella Chicken with Pasta and Breadsticks with Mt. Dew to drink. They do serve Beer and wine beverages as well. The Baked Chicken Mozzarella dinner was excellent great taste and the Breadsticks brushed with garlic butter and Romano Cheese with cheese were absolutely delicious. Five large, thick fluffy breadsticks. This order cost just under $20 with and a voluntary 35% tip added.the overall ambiance is great as well. There were only Two open tables available when I arrived. So they are very busy and do a lot of business with the public customers. I highly recommend Ziano's to all when they are in Fort Wayne, IN. There are three restaurants locations read more

We have been there multiple times for lunch. Food is great. Service is always good. Prices are very reasonable. Meatballs are nice and tender. The chicken piccata has plenty capers. The Alfredo sauce is excellent. read more

Use to be koo koo for Zianos. Portion control is on the skimpy Son. Begging me to go to Casa. Just begging aren't you? The busko sticks and $99 honey breadsticks isn't enough to entice me So. No sir! Sure the dinner sized spaghetti is $10, but it's on the skimpy Son. Get it carry out to go and you'll get half a container filled to the skimpy Son. I will take my business over to the casa side, all the bread and butter you want free! extra sauce is no extra charge and you get a lot of pasta. Sure it might cost $5 more, but you get 2 x the food. And it's half way authentic. read more

My husband and I tried Ziano's for the first time this weekend and we LOVED it! Great food and great prices. Highly recommend the breadsticks and the shrimp Alfredo. My husband said they had the best breadsticks he's ever had! We will definitely be back. read more

Zianos Italian Eatery - Breadsticks - Italian Near Me - Fort Wayne, Indiana

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This is where I go when I have lasagna cravings, or fettuccine alfredo cravings. Zianos sauces are rich and flavorful. The marinara has a nice kick to it and lots of oregano. No free breadsticks to start, which is disappointing, but they're free if you have a coupon from a previous visit (they give these out to all guests). Otherwise 99 cents isn't bad. It's normal sweet fluffy breadsticks, good, but I prefer to save room for dessert. The garlic bread slice that comes with the meals is very crunchy like toast; if you want soft bread then get the sticks. I pass on the house salad, just a basic iceberg style, but no biggie since the pasta is the real star here. Dessert options include DeBrand chocolate truffles (great local chocolate company) and baked cookies covered in ice cream and whipped cream. The cookies are a challenge to eat, as they come in dishes straight from the oven, but with a mountain of whipped cream to enjoy while they cool down this is still my dessert of choice. There are some nice wine options, too. Atmosphere: Like a nice upscale restaurant but with sheets of white paper over the dark tablecloths, so it's family-friendly and also a nice place for date night. Locally owned and well worth a visit. If you're looking for Italian in Fort Wayne, go to Zianos. read more

We went to Ziano's on my Birthday, Wednesday June 22nd. The location is in a strip mall, cute and clean. We were seated right away, then waited on by a bubbly server, that knew the menu very well and recommended some fresh baked YummY cheese bread. There's a nice choice of protein options of non-pasta dinners on the menu too, nice if you shouldn't have pasta. My favorites are both of the Tilapia choices, both served with pasta. I like their alfredo sauce over their tomato based sauce, we not big fans of oregano. We eat here a few times a month. Yes, we do recommend Zianno's! read more

Water cups and plates showed dirt ask for new ones but never brought us new ones my food was bland and tasteless

Tonight was a terrible night for carry out - the spaghetti was overcooked and mushy, the sauce was thin and watered down, and the breadsticks were cold and tough. A call to speak to the manager resulted in a wait on hold for ten minutes before giving up. We won't return. What is wrong with a restaurant that would try to serve that? Don't they have any pride? read more

Nasty!!! Our server was literally eating food, and had grease on her cheek when she greeted us! The management was blunt and not very kind in their customer experience. Recommend you go to a different location. read more

April 2020. Covid-19, Too long of a wait.. 1) Takeout order was called in 5:00 pickup to be at 5:45. I was there on time. The food not was ready until 6:15, I checked twice during wait. 2) 20 other customers came and left, 17 did not wear masks. 3) None of the employees were wearing a mask. 4) No apology for the 30 minute wait. 5) The normal bread slices were missing. read more

Service was very good there were 10 people at our table .Food was very good the bread sticks were excellent

Probably more like a 3.5 stars, but they have Diet Mtn Dew, so 4 from me. Chicken parm is pretty good, and the lasagna is also solid. But the real winner here is the 99 cent breadsticks. The only piece of constructive criticism I would offer is the lighting - it could be turned down a bit to improve the ambiance. Other than that, this place will see me again. read more

Best value in Fort Wayne. Consistently good and fast.,The Breadsticks are only a buck and pretty amazing.,,

My favorite Italian joint in the Fort Wayne area. Who could pass up 99¢ breadsticks sweetened with honey?? They are AMAZING - recommend dipping in their cheese sauce. My favorite dish is the chicken romano- red sauce mixed with alfredo and oh so yummy. Be hungry because these are large portions! If you visit at lunch time, they have awesome lunch specials. Dessert is available and provided by DeBrands chocolate... Mmm mmm mmm! read more

Zianos Italian Eatery - Italian Near Me - Fort Wayne, Indiana

The best breadsticks ever!! I'm visiting a friend and I love Italian so I had to try this place Small building so it can get noisy Food was amazing Service was terrific Try the bruschetta for an appetizer! You won't be disappointed read more