Copper Spoon

"Copper Spoon has been my husband and my favorite restaurant in Fort Wayne. Their cocktail program is by far the best in the area, and definitely one of the top places we have ever been to. The bartenders are very knowledgeable, skilled, and we always have a fun time talking with them and trying new drinks as well as our favorites. The food, however, has gone drastically downhill and we could not be more sad about it. Their salt and vinegar fried oysters were our favorite dish from any restaurant in Fort Wayne and this time we were told they not only got rid of those but did not have fresh ones either. That was a disappointment, but we always find something we love there so we ordered two different appetizers. Those appetizers were honestly almost inedible, which came to us as a complete shock as we have never had a bad item here. The steak tartare was bland and the egg yolk on top had a lot of egg white still attached to it, making the texture mushy and unappealing. The salmon dip special tasted like a tuna fish salad that was made from a can. I know they went through a recent change in chefs, but something is just not working. Their quality in fresh ingredients had always been noticeable and something we admired, but we could taste a huge difference in the quality of the ingredients. We really hope things can turn around and we can return and enjoy the Copper Spoon we are used to."

"If you enjoy an elevated cocktail and drink experience, the Copper Spoon should absolutely be a spot that you visit! Having been here before, my wife and I were excited to return. Being a Saturday evening, it was very busy. The hostesses were very kind and polite as soon as we entered and immediately got us seated. Alyssa, one of the mixologists greeted us and inquired if we had been in before, thanked us for returning, and began to highlight several of the evenings seasonal and daily offerings. Despite the extremely busy time that we were there, Alyssa patiently and enthusiastically described multiple drinks to us, what they contained, and the significance of some of the ingredients within. Just like the last time that we were here, our cocktails were equally enjoyable to look at as they were to drink. We did not have any food here this evening as we had reservations for later at a different restaurant, however we have eaten here before in that experience is equaled to their cocktail service! Again, for a Saturday evening nearly every seat in the small venue was filled causing everybody to be quite close to each other leading us to have a very pleasant conversation with the couple next to us. Wonderful experience once again here, we will certainly be back!"

"Have been here quite a few times and as you will notice when you experience it yourself; it is no mistake why it is one of the top restaurants in the Fort Wayne area! Service is ALWAYS excellent! Incredible knowledge of drink and food menu so that you can be sure to find what you like. All the food on the menu is prepared with care and of the best quality. They always have fun new cocktail creations to try as well! Atmosphere is warm and cozy, upscale perfect for a date night or entertaining your friends from out of town."

"From start to finish the Copper Spoon met and exceeded all of our expectations. We had numerous of our friends recommend that we make a reservation and ask for a booth by the bar. It did not disappoint! These booths were both intimate and cozy. Our spot specifically gave us a perfect angle allowing us to observe the barstaff as they mixed cocktails all night. We heard rave reviews on the korean bbq wing appetizer. THESE WINGS WERE THE BEST MENU ITEM WE HAD ALL NIGHT! These are a "must try" menu item if you find yourself in the area. They have the perfect taste and texture that one looks for in a wing. They have a crispy exterior coated with just the right amount of rub and glaze. On the inside the meat was hot, juicy, and tender. The perogies were recommended by our server Ricardo who took excellent care of us all night. They were tasty ,however had enough lactose in them that I had let my wife enjoy them. When we reserved our table, I noted my wife and I's food allergies. Ricardo did an awesome job remembering these and accommodating with our meal accordingly. Our drinks were all fantastic. We got an Appletini, Espresso Martini, an Eastside, and Clover Club . Each one was uniquely delicious. I would get all of them again. If I had to pick a favorite, it would be the Clover Club. My wife ordered the ribeye with chorizo butter and carrots. The steak was cooked to medium just as she ordered it. The steak itself had good fat content and was seasoned well. Most of the flavor came from the chorizo compound butter. It was a bold flavor combination, but the steak maintained its natural beef flavor. The carrots were cooked well and they were served with housemade ranch. My burger was very hearty. The meat and toppings were piled high enough that I ultimately resorted to using my knife and fork. The bun was soft and buttery. The egg was fried over easy. They even substituted an aged cheddar onto the burger for me. My only criticism with the burger was that it was very one dimensional with its texture. The burger would have benefited from fresh or fried onion, a fresh piece of lettuce, or even some crispy bacon to add some crunch. The side of potatoes was my second favorite part of the meal. They were prepared with great care in a way that left them crispy on the outside and soft and pillowy in the middle. The seasoning and sauce were great compliments, and I easily could have had another helping. I enjoyed the wings and potatoes so much I could have made a whole meal out of just them alone. In honor of my wife's birthday, we were offered a complimentary dessert. She chose cheesecake with an assortment of mixed berries and fresh whipped cream. I did take a small nibble of the cheesecake because it looked too good to resist. It was the perfect end to a very well rounded meal. We thoroughly enjoyed every part of our meal. However, like many other restaurants, Copper Spoon offers a seasonal rotating menu. We were informed that some of these menu items would only be served for a few more weeks before they switched to the fall themed menu. Thank you for a great experience. We can't wait to come back."

"This was my first time going to Copper Spoon. It was absolutely phenomenal and delicious. The lighting and seating arrangements were very elegant. The bar was also very impressive! For drinks, I ordered the Gold Rush drink and my wife got the Eastside. Both were super smooth and refreshing. For food, we started out with the Korean barbecue wings with sesame seeds and scallions. They were so good that we did not want to stop eating them…unfortunately, we ran out of them. Ha. I ordered the New York strip steak, and every bite was heavenly. My wife ordered the ceviche, and she crushed it! In summary, the freshness of the food and drinks, the details of the restaurant and serving, the taste of everything we consumed, and the all around amazing experience = an absolute must try place!"