Italian Restaurants in Fort Wayne (2025)

Downtown’s splashy newcomer pairs handmade pastas with a steakhouse edge in a polished room. Covered by local news at opening and backed by a Fort Wayne ownership team, it’s become a special‑occasion pick with Italian roots and Midwest sourcing.

A candlelit, family‑run fixture known for house‑made pasta and classic veal and chicken. Praised by local diners and frequently recommended by Fort Wayne food forums, it reopened in 2025 after kitchen upgrades and still books up quickly.

An Italian‑American steakhouse inside The Bradley that leans on fresh pastas, hearth‑baked pizzas, and a notable wine list. Featured in Fort Wayne Magazine’s Savor guide and supported by the hotel’s commitment to local hospitality and design.

Family‑owned and locally grown, Salvatori’s serves generous, crowd‑pleasing Italian‑American plates, from linguine with clams to chicken parm. Regularly praised by locals for warm service and value; this Fort Wayne location is a reliable everyday spot.

A Fort Wayne institution since 1977, still family‑owned and celebrated for its Casaburo salad, wood‑fired pizzas, and classic pasta dishes. Frequently cited by Fort Wayne Magazine and visitor guides as a hometown essential.

Local, family‑run since 1980 and famed for double‑crust, stuffed pies and garlic knots. Though pizza‑centric, it’s part of Fort Wayne’s Italian‑American story and a frequent favorite in local roundups for deep‑dish indulgence.

Family‑operated since the 1960s, a’Roma blends Fort Wayne history with Italian‑American comfort—house‑made sausage rolls, grinders, and pastas. Recognized in Fort Wayne Magazine’s Savor guide for its longevity and neighborhood appeal.

Locally owned since 1999, Raimondo’s turns out fresh‑dough pies plus stromboli, grinders, and Italian sandwiches. Verified by recent menus and hours, it’s a loyalists’ pick for honest prices and a community feel.

A family operation since 1957 serving sauce‑slicked, topping‑loaded pies, sausage rolls, and a few Italian‑American staples. Cited by local publications for heritage and value, it’s the kind of no‑frills spot locals pass down.

A stall dedicated to scratch‑made pasta bowls with customizable sauces and toppings at Electric Works’ food hall. Covered by local media and listed by the market, it brings Italian comfort to a lively, community‑minded setting.

Downtown slice shop since 2007 with pies, calzones, grinders, salads, and a handful of pastas. Profiled by Downtown Fort Wayne and Fort Wayne Magazine, it’s a casual stop that anchors the city’s pizza scene.

Independently run New York–style shop downtown serving foldable pies, vodka sauce slices, and a few Italian‑American classics. Highlighted by Downtown Fort Wayne and Fort Wayne Magazine for keeping East Coast style alive here.