Guidebook for Fort Wayne
Essentials
Kroger
4120 N Clinton StALDI
4750 Coldwater RdFresh Thyme Farmers Market
4320 Coldwater RdFood Scene
Coffee, teas, smoothies, specialty drinks, desserts, cute decor, outdoor seating
15 locals recommend
Firefly Coffee House
3523 N Anthony BlvdCoffee, teas, smoothies, specialty drinks, desserts, cute decor, outdoor seating
Out in the middle of nowhere, but a unique experience for those that love the more rustic side of life. Serve eclectic spins on traditional soups, salads, sandwiches, and desserts. You might even see a free range chicken if you sit on the patio. Country store attached to cafe. Check hours on Facebook as they are limited.
Pickles Cafe
130 West Van Buren StreetOut in the middle of nowhere, but a unique experience for those that love the more rustic side of life. Serve eclectic spins on traditional soups, salads, sandwiches, and desserts. You might even see a free range chicken if you sit on the patio. Country store attached to cafe. Check hours on Facebook as they are limited.
Starbucks
301 E Coliseum BlvdGotta include the nearest Starbucks
CoreLife Eatery
407 W Coliseum BlvdNEW! Gluten free, vegan options. Grain bowls, broth bowls, salads, power plates.
Drinks & Nightlife
Also a coffee shop during the day. Serves unique dishes with farm to table produce. Herb garden in the back which is used in many of their handcrafted cocktails (they are also great about making keto friendly cocktails if you ask them; I've never been disappointed in their concoctions!)
11 locals recommend
Old Crown Coffee Roasters
3417 N Anthony BlvdAlso a coffee shop during the day. Serves unique dishes with farm to table produce. Herb garden in the back which is used in many of their handcrafted cocktails (they are also great about making keto friendly cocktails if you ask them; I've never been disappointed in their concoctions!)
Shopping
Glenbrook Mall (meets route 8) station
Open air shopping mall, "higher end" stores. Has a movie theater and dining as well.
34 locals recommend
Jefferson Pointe
4130 W Jefferson BlvdOpen air shopping mall, "higher end" stores. Has a movie theater and dining as well.
Arts & Culture
Fort Wayne Museum of Art
311 E Main StSightseeing
Absolutely beautiful collection of plants from all around the world with interactive activities for children as well as local art exhibits for adults. ~$10 admission.
35 locals recommend
Foellinger-Freimann Botanical Conservatory
1100 S Calhoun StAbsolutely beautiful collection of plants from all around the world with interactive activities for children as well as local art exhibits for adults. ~$10 admission.
Entertainment & Activities
Sky Zone Fort Wayne
401 Fernhill AveFort Wayne Children's Zoo
3411 Sherman BlvdRated one of the nation's top zoos!