When I go grocery shopping, I vastly prefer the Three Rivers Co-op (which everyone should go check out). What I especially love about the co-op is that a shopper can purchase a lot of food that is grown or produced locally, either in Ft. Wayne or in local towns. They do have some national products, too, but as far as I know, most of their fresh produce is grown locally.
Brickhouse Bagels & Bakery- I'm pretty sure that this is a local business. At least when I Google it, it only shows up in Fort Wayne. They make awesome brunch food and coffee. The blueberry muffin is amazing.
Atz's Ice Cream Shoppe- Too much ice cream is perfect for me.
Coney Island- After I had my first coney dog at my junior prom dinner here, I've never had a coney dog anywhere else. And it isn't just the food that draws me in again and again; I've also become acquainted with many of the employees there. It also helps that I dated a former employee a couple summer's ago. Honestly, Ft. Wayne wouldn't be the same with out Coney Island.
Powers Hamburgers- Yeah, so this place started up in Michigan. But it feels like a Ft. Wayne thing, so that's the important thing. There is nothing like stuffing your face burger after burger while the grease drips through the bag on to your lap.
Cebolla's Mexican Grille- Honestly, this place serves some of the best Mexican food I've had. I've only eaten at the original restaurant, by the mall, and I also like how most of the wait staff is Hispanic, a trait I've always felt Bandido's was sorely lacking.
Cindy's Diner- I wish Cindy's Diner was open later so I could eat there more often. This is definitely a Ft. Wayne eating landmark.
Firefly Cafe- Probably my favorite coffee house in Ft. Wayne. Yeah, Higher Grounds is nice, but after working there, it just put a sour taste in my mouth. As far as being more in touch with Ft. Wayne, I think Firefly serves better.
Grabill Inn- True, this restaurant is in Grabill, but I have been eating here since I was a little girl. And the prime rib can't be beat.
King Gyro's- Not only can you get great gyro sandwiches, but you can get some pretty amazing American classic food.
Klemm's Kafe- I love Klemm's. Enough said.
Lunch Box Cafe- Good service, good food. A great place to just have a nice lunch!
Munchie's Emporium- Of course, I am referring to the original Munchie's off of Broadway. If you've ever eaten there, you know why it is on this list. If not.......well, you suck.
Our Daily Brew- Yeah, this is the coffee shop in the mall. The coffee isn't terrible and they also have an amazing tea selection.
Clara's Pizza King- Pizza King is an Indiana chain, but Clara's is unique to Ft. Wayne. My mom told me about how she and her friends would go to Clara's and hang out and eat pizza. I have to say, it is pretty neat inside, especially with the swinging benches.
Spyro's Pancake House- Breakfast that isn't the normal IHOP. That's enough reason for me.
The Grind- Another good coffee house. Not many people have heard of it, but I give it mad props. Check it out. It is by the Scott's off of Maplecrest and Stellhorn.
Yokohama- Great Japanese food. Expensive, but good still.
Fast Trak- Who doesn't love driving too fast and ramming yourself into walls and pre-pubescent boys? I do! I do! Plus, the gaming area isn't terrible, especially with the XBox area they added in.
The Thirsty Camel- This is the first local bar I have been to in Ft. Wayne and I can't imagine that Pierre's is any better. I hope to be checking out the 412 Club, Columbia Street West and other bars soon.
Naked Clay Cafe- If you feel like having a coffee or painting some pottery, this is the place for you. Heck, I do both.
Fort Wayne Children's Zoo- Who doesn't love the zoo. I've been visiting the zoo since I was little, and my mom has been going when she was little too. I even used to volunteer for the zoo when I was in middle school.
Roller Dome North- Anyone who grew up in Ft. Wayne and never did an all night skate sorely missed out on a key experience. And if those same people never saw the John Stewart report missed out on yet another key experience.
Azar's Big Boy- Another national chain, but Azar's ties this restaurant down home.
LazerX- In the battle between LazerX and Ultrazone, LazerX just wins. If you check out their site, I believe they were voted either the best or one of the best laser tagging arena's in the area. Eat that, Ultrazone!
LazerX- In the battle between LazerX and Ultrazone, LazerX just wins. If you check out their site, I believe they were voted either the best or one of the best laser tagging arena's in the area. Eat that, Ultrazone!
I'm sure there are many places that I have missed. And let me know if I am the only one who finds it hilarious that most of my memorable local places are food places. If that doesn't sum up Ft. Wayne for you, I don't know what does.
If anyone has any other places to add, simply put them in a comment.
9 comments:
I have to say that is a much better list than I could have come up with.
Nice job.
Nice list...here's a couple more to consider:
Ya gotta take a ride on the River green ways when the weather warms up again.
Also Henry's downtown, especially on a Friday or Saturday when they have the $1 shrimp and scallop bar.
Old Crown Coffee Roasters. North Anthony Blvd. Other side of the street from Firefly.
Great place to study during the day for IPFW students.
Best coffee in town, period. Bottomless cup is still way cheap. I'm pretty sure I was at Old Crown more than I was in class my last year of college.
I'd venture to say they have best coffee in NE Indiana. Haven't found a place like it since.
If you are visiting Spyro's for pancakes, go a little further down Bluffton Road to Lower Huntington and over to Old Trial for another great cafe. The Dragon's Keep Cafe has great coffee and tea, good food, and a veyy friendly staff. They aren't open on Sundays though.
Dragon's Keep, Firefly,& Higher Grounds on Dupont all are my "on the road" office with free wi-fi and great staff.
Try the Saigon on South Calhoun best food in town!
I also like the Three Rivers Co-op except the part about having to mortgage your house to buy anything...definately not for the poor...but actually the BEST of the BEST coffee in the whole world
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