Restaurants near Defiance County Fairgrounds

23 restaurants available nearby

1. Hideout 125

4.9

Exceptional(1381)

Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • Fort Wayne

Booked 37 times today

Our goal is to create a unique dining experience that will please the palate and soothe the soul. We serve the finest beef, the freshest seafood, premium wines, craft cocktails and locally grown produce.

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2. Auburn City Steakhouse

4.8

Exceptional(1197)

Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • Fort Wayne

Booked 15 times today

Auburn City Steakhouse is a local family owned and operated American Steakhouse featuring slow cooked Prime Rib, steaks, chops, seafood and more.

3. BakerStreet

4.6

Exceptional(4111)

Price: Very Expensive

• Contemporary American • Fort Wayne

Booked 27 times today

BakerStreet is a locally owned establishment that prides itself on personalized service. An upscale, elegant decor complements the polished, casual attitude. Steaks are the specialty at BakerStreet. Whether traditional and classic, or edgy and gourmet, all the bases are covered. Fresh seafood features are added weekly to the favorites on the menu. Even the vegetarian will find something special at BakerStreet. BakerStreet's dessert offerings will bring the perfect finish to your dining experience. BakerStreet offers a diverse wine list, with many half bottles and “by the glass” options, and an extensive craft beer list! Come in and enjoy! Don’t forget to ask about the private party rooms.

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4. Shorty's Steakhouse

4.9

Exceptional(265)

Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • Garrett

Booked 11 times today

Shorty's Steakhouse is a unique dining experience. Established more than 20 years ago, along the historic Randolph Street in downtown Garrett, Indiana. Shorty's Executive Head Chef James Morrow has created & curated our menu over 10 years, carefully straddling the line of fine steakhouse dining, with small-town Indiana fare. We are located in Garrett, Indiana, 10 minutes from the historic Auburn downtown and the ACD museum. Also, 20 minutes north of Fort Wayne, Indiana, 15 minutes from Kendallville, Indiana and 25 minutes south of Angola, Indiana. We love that we bring all these communities together at Shorty's. Shorty's is proud to offer bar seating, family room seating and an outdoor patio we completed last year. We are laid-back and believe our guests' enjoy the incredible service & food without having to "dress-up". We embrace the great and growing community of Garrett, Indiana and love that we can share amazing cuisine in an unexpected location. See you soon!

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5. Sweetwater Chophouse

4.8

Exceptional(1193)

Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • Defiance

Booked 32 times today

We Are Open for Lunch Daily at 11am (reservations not taken for lunch Please call for Large Party Lunch Reservations)Sweetwater Chophouse, Fired Stone Tavern & 4kd Crick Brewery are located on Eagle Rock Golf Club. Open to the public 7 days a week. This is the spot for celebrating birthdays, anniversaries, company parties or if you are just in the mood to come out to enjoy a mouth-watering meal and amazing signature drinks. The focus for Executive Chef Aaron Weible is to maintain a scratch kitchen. Preparing everything daily from sauces to breads. Utilizing local area farmers for fresh vegetables and using our on-site herb garden. We take great pride in providing each of our guests a WOWing experience.

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6. Ruth’s Chris Steak House - Fort Wayne

4.7

Exceptional(1561)

Price: Very Expensive

• American • Fort Wayne

Booked 46 times today

Ruth's Chris Steak House is a premier dining establishment renowned for its specialty in serving USDA Prime steaks. Each steak is expertly prepared and served sizzling on a 500-degree plate, ensuring a delicious and unforgettable dining experience. Located in downtown Fort Wayne, just a short walk from Parkview Field, Grand Wayne Convention Center, Promenade Park, Botanical Conservatory, and Embassy Theatre. Other attractions include the Fort Wayne Children's Zoo, Science Central, Memorial Coliseum, Electric Works, and more, all just a quick drive away. Ruth's Chris Fort Wayne has been named the 2024 OpenTable Diner's Choice Winner, a true testament to its unwavering commitment to exceptional quality and service. Whether you're a steak aficionado or simply looking for a remarkable dining experience, we invite you to join us and indulge in our award-winning cuisine.

7. Proximo

4.8

Exceptional(1499)

Price: Expensive

• Latin American • Fort Wayne

Booked 35 times today

Próximo is an upscale, finer-dining restaurant specializing in Latin cuisine. The food will draw from a variety of regions – Brazil, Chile, Peru and Mexico, just to name a few. We offer hand crafted cocktails, an extensive wine selection and private dining. Reservations are recommended. Patio and bar seating are first come. Thank you.

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8. Eddie Merlot's Prime Aged Beef & Seafood - Fort Wayne

4.6

Exceptional(2326)

Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • Fort Wayne

Booked 31 times today

Quality, exceptional service, and an unparalleled atmosphere have made Eddie Merlot's one of America's great steak houses over the past 20 years. Eddie Merlot' s is an homage to the man and his love of a great steak, a great glass of wine, and a good story. We pride ourselves on our Prime Aged Beef and scratch kitchen. Our chef selects each steak for the optimum proportion of marbling and texture before hand-cutting and seasoning the steaks to your specifications. From sauces to desserts, we develop recipes to create a truly unique experience for our guests. And, while you enjoy your meal, you'll be treated to the one-of-a-kind service we call the "W.O.W. Factor."We welcome you to Eddie Merlot's—we want you, our guest, to have nothing but the best, which is why we go to such lengths to serve you the exceptional prime-aged steaks upon which our restaurant has built its reputation.

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9. Marquee at the Landing

4.7

Exceptional(696)

Price: Moderate

• American • Fort Wayne

Booked 32 times today

Marquee at the Landing is an upscale urban bar and restaurant. A chef-driven restaurant concept that follows a scratch kitchen approach using locally sourced products. Situated in Downtown Fort Wayne at the new Landing, the city's Historic City Center, Marquee at the Landing offers a wide variety of menu options serving creative dishes that update on a seasonal basis. Marquee at the Landing will be open 6 days a week for Dinner.

10. Copper Spoon

4.7

Exceptional(486)

Price: Expensive

• American • Fort Wayne

Booked 18 times today

We are a 21 and over establishment! Copper Spoon is a New American restaurant focusing on seasonal, contemporary fare that highlights our Northeast Indiana producers. We work local farmers and artisans to source proteins, produce, and baked goods to provide you with the highest quality ingredients. Our cocktail program has been nominated for a Tales of the Cocktail award for best bar/restaurant cocktail menu. We have one of the largest selections of whiskey, bourbon, rye, and scotch in Indiana. Our cocktail menu features over one hundred classic cocktails, seasonal house cocktails created by our bar team and an extensive list of spirits, wines and beers. We are passionate about hospitality and our craft. We put a lot of care in absolutely everything we do! Be prepared to sit back, relax, and enjoy the experience. We are located at the Harrison Building downtown Fort Wayne. Our back yard is Parkview Field, which gives us the best patio seating around. Go Tin Caps!

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MikeVIP
Indiana •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
It was my first time visiting BakerStreet. It was excellent. I will definitely be back.
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BakerStreetPrice: Very Expensive• Contemporary American• Fort Wayne
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4.6
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Colby
Toledo •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
Delicious food, great environment, and reasonable prices. Chief knows what they are doing. Defiance is lucky to have them in the area.
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Sweetwater ChophousePrice: Expensive• Steakhouse• Defiance
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4.8
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Erica
Indiana •9 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
Our waiter was absolutely amazing. The food was so delicious.
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Auburn City SteakhousePrice: Expensive• Steakhouse• Fort Wayne
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4.8
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LynnVIP
Indiana •1 review
5.0
Dined on 1 Jan 2025
Dane was a great server, very knowledgeable and attentive
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Hideout 125Price: Expensive• Steakhouse• Fort Wayne
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4.9
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Jeff
West Palm Beach •42 reviews
5.0
Dined on 23 Dec 2024
Our dinners were delicious and overall we had a great experience. Our server Lexi was also the bartender so she was sometimes quite awhile getting back to us with our drinks and then again to take our dinner orders. But overall, Very Good!
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Shorty's SteakhousePrice: Expensive• Steakhouse• Garrett
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4.9

Restaurants near Defiance County Fairgrounds

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23 restaurants available nearby

1. Hideout 125

2. Auburn City Steakhouse

3. BakerStreet

4. Shorty's Steakhouse

5. Sweetwater Chophouse

6. Ruth’s Chris Steak House - Fort Wayne

7. Proximo

8. Eddie Merlot's Prime Aged Beef & Seafood - Fort Wayne

9. Marquee at the Landing

10. Copper Spoon

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