Black Canyon Restaurant

Food was okay overall, a so so experience for me. Portions were generous, but not everything stood out. The chicken tenders were definitely the winner/highlight, crispy and well seasoned. Not sure I’d go back, but it was fine for a casual meal.

I was a little disappointed by my visit to Black Canyon. I heard a lot about this place from friends and family and was excited to finally visit. Pros: Bang Bang Shrimp was fantastic and eaten before I could even remember to take a photo Cons: Broccoli that came with Prime Rib did not even look cooked or steamed Family Lobster Mac was very far from what I consider Mac&Cheese - this was much closer to Pasta with Lobster in a white sauce I drank both my soft drink and my water and still had to ask for a refill instead of receiving one When ordering my burger with two patties the waiter warned me of how big they were and made some inappropriate joke about wanting a lot of meat in my mouth. Once I received my burger it is just a normal sized patty, disappointing for both the advice and the off putting joke Bill came out and once again no refill Overall I just expected more from such a well received and reviewed restaurant

Really good food and drink here! I'd suggest getting there early or late around prime lunch/dinner times, because they were very busy especially around the holidays! Loved the food - had prime rib, salads, steak and everyone had positive things to say. Will be back!

The Thai Peanut salad entree was sickeningly sweet. The bottom of the dish was a souplike syrupy mess, the dressing itself lacking any other flavor than sweet. The atmosphere was quiet and relaxing, with dark warm tones. I will be back to try something other than the salad.

My 1st time at Black Canyon and the experience was amazing! It was a Wednesday evening and they were busy. I had an 8oz filet mignon (med rare) with a loaded baked potato and salad. All of it was truly Deliciousness 💖 The desserts were Big portions, too 🤗 So very Good

Had an extremely disappointing experience recently at Black Canyon. Was my first and regrettably last time to dine here. Reservations were made for myself and three other guests. Did not realize we were going to be sat out in the "solarium". Very very loud and boisterous. Server seemed much more interested in the large birthday party seated next to us. After our food was delivered, she never once returned to ask if we were satisfied with our meals. Regarding our dinners, the ribeye was not cooked to my gf's preference and my salmon was below average at best. Overall, we just expected a much higher quality experience.

It's my new favorite go-to place. Bang bang shrimp and warm cornbread with honey butter are our favorite appetizers. Provideme rib sandwich with string fries is excellent. And Brussels and berry salad is fabulous! Black Canyon has the best cheesecakes; they change every couple of weeks, and every one of them has been fantastic.

First time dining here , it was great! I got the sirloin it was fantastic! Cooked just like I ordered , my husband got the ribs , best ribs he’s ever had he said, asparagus was cooked just right ! Martini was good! Great service , checked on us regularly, very busy , we had reservations for a Saturday night, we will be back !

I came here last week with my girlfriend and loved it! Perri was an amazing server and she treated us SO well! She was so knowledgeable and kind and didn't have to fit us In but she did! So thankful and glad! And the food was CRAZY good. The sirloin was cooked perfectly and you can taste the wood smoke. The Mac and cheese was soo good I asked perri to sneak me some more and she politely denied me.. All in all we had an amazing time and this is now my new spot whenever I'm in town. Seriously the freaking steak was so good ! The dining room and bar are also so aesthetic!

I debating on making this review for awhile, cause it's going to be harsh, but here we go. The food is not great. Most of the time it's just average. For the prices, I expected this place to be much better. Cherry Old Fashion - Husband loved this and ordered two of them. 5/5 stars. Clam Chowder - $4 Cup and $6 Bowl - It's ok. It didn't have a whole lot of seafood or taste. It's very bland. 2/5 stars. New Orleans Gumbo - $4 Cup and $6 Bowl - I expected to get a punch of flavor, and it was just as bland as the clam chowder. Holy disappointment. 2/5 stars. Ribeye Steak with Rice Pilaf and Black Beans - Market Price but it cost us $45 - The ribeye steak wasn't good at all. It ate dry and the flavor wasn't there. I loved the attempt at rice pilaf and black beans, cause I haven't seen that on a menu before, but it wasn't executed well. The components were just okay, but I felt like I could get this at a cheap diner and the quality would be the same. 2/5 stars. New York Strip with Fries - Market Price but it cost us $50 - I found it interesting that a New York Strip cost $5 more than a ribeye, and I figured out why, cause it tasted better than my ribeye. Granted, I still thought it wasn't that fantastic, but it was better than mine. Fries were good. 3/5 stars. Lobster Mac and Cheese - $18 - This is by far the best thing at the restaurant. This saved the review from being 2 stars and changed it to 3. The mac and cheese was good, the lobster was good, everything about this dish was tasty. This is a must get. 5/5 stars. The service was ok. She was supposed to check with the chef about my mustard allergy for one of the dishes, but didn't remember, and I switched to a steak anyways to be cautious. Ambiance is nice for a date night. It's very mood lighting and romantic. If you're going to try this place out, here are my recommendations. If you want soup, get a small cup. You'll probably be disappointed. Maybe try an appetizer instead. Skip the steaks. Get the lobster mac and cheese.

My first visit to Black Canyon was amazing! I had an 8oz medium-rare filet mignon with a loaded baked potato and salad pure deliciousness. The dessert portions were huge and so good!

Great atmosphere, great service even though I get creative with the menu and ordering. Highly recommend.

The service was absolutely horrible. We almost got up and left, when FINALLY our server came to us to take our dinner order. It was very rare that she came around. I was the only one out of five at the table who liked my food. Meatloaf...it was delicious. My poor hubby ordered the ribeye for his bday meal, and said it was the worst ribeye he has ever had at a restaurant. I hardly ever write reviews, mainly due to my experience in the service industry. You just never know what may be going on personally for your server or bartender. However, this experience left such a bitter feeling, that I had to just share our experience for others. The patio is really nice though...

This restaurant was very busy on a Saturday around 430. I was a little disappointed in their beer/cider selection. I think the food was good but overpriced for what it was. I wanted the short rib stroganoff but they had already sold out of it. I opted for the Brussel and berry salad as a fallback. The apple cider vinegar dressing was very watery, I wish it was a bit thicker. There were a good amount of berries and nuts on it and the chicken was cooked well. We also got spinach and artichoke dip for the table and that was good. The service was spotty as they were very busy. The waitress did not have many recommendation's or substitutions options.

I've have been going to black canyon for several years now. The food here is pretty good, I would say average for a more upscale restaurant. They offer a mixed dining experience with a blend of noteworthy and average elements. The upscale ambiance sets the stage for a sophisticated meal. The menu features standout dishes, such as their prime rib sandwich and large salads, which impresses with succulent flavors. However, not all options reach the same culinary heights; some dishes fall into the realm of merely okay - like the French onion soup and burger. I also wish they never would've gotten rid of the scotch eggs. The recent sluggish service the past few visits is a noticeable downside, detracting from the overall dining experience. While the staff is polite, the delayed service may test your patience. Despite this, the restaurant's upscale atmosphere and standout dishes make it worth considering for those seeking a refined culinary experience, albeit with occasional hiccups in service efficiency. Overall, a good pick on the north end of Ft Wayne and a regular place for a good meal.

How the mighty have fallen. It's very sad, this restaurant used to be in the top 3 for my wife and I. We go most Wednesday evenings as our daughter has class near the restaurant. I've been watching the slow decline for 6+ months. Tonight was the final straw. We were seated at 630pm. Ordered apps & drinks. As per usual bar drinks took longer than they should. They arrived only moments before the apps. Luckily, we were joined by friends we haven't seen in months so we weren't watching the clock. But at 750 we realize our entrees haven't arrived. 2 salads and a cheeseburger. General Manager comes over to apologize, we say we understand, but we have to leave by 820 to pick up our daughter. Entrees arrive at 815....25 minutes later!!!, I eat what I can in 5 minutes. Our "discount" is $19 on a $130 tab. I will not return. GM handled everything VERY poorly.

First time at BC... We've been by it a bunch since moving to FW and wanted to give it a try. All-in-all, good but not exceptional. While the food was very good, the service was "meh" (at best) which torpedoed the overall experience. We stopped in at 11:30 for lunch on a Friday... They weren't overly busy, but steady. We weren't really greeted by the hostesses (kind of weird), but we were sat immediately at a nice booth. The inside of BC is cool and very "country modern" (hence the name); they also have a really nice outdoor seating area with a fire place. Our server was pleasant, but not really friendly... Kind of had the quintessential "RBF look", didn't introduce herself, looked annoyed/disinterested (maybe she was just having a bad day), and not attentive - I would have expected more from a restaurant on the higher end of the FW food spectrum. Aside from the service, our food was solid though... The burger itself was excellent (although we weren't big fans of the brioche bun they used) and my home supervisor's prime rib sandwich was also very good. The one annoying part about the food was we couldn't substitute the fries for a salad or different vegetable side... We had to add a salad to the order vs. being able to substitute (I don't know why restaurants do that?). Nonetheless , BC was alright... Fairly priced for the food quality, but the service was subpar - We probably won't go back, as we very much prefer Baker Street and their service is always superior.

Had dinner with some old friends. Great conversation kept us going while waiting. Sat down at 6pm. Ordered drinks Drinks arrived 6:18. Ordered apps and dinner. Wontons, spinach and artichoke, burger and seafood something. Apps, and dinner, both arrived at 6:42. Nice.... Food was obviously under a heat lamp too long. See pictures. Wait staff went through motions. Had to walk to kitchen area for some mayo. Drinks were made well and the dip was good.

No one wants to cook on the evening before Thanksgiving, so we made reservations at Black Canyon for a family meal instead. What a great decision! We started with the cornbread and the onion dip - both were fantastic and didn't last long on our table. For my entree, I enjoyed the filet mignon tacos. They were accompanied by beans and rice and the entire plate was generously portioned. A very spicy sauce came on the side, and it was a great compliment to the tacos. Others at the table had the ribeye and loved it, the meatloaf was another favorite and one of us had the southwest egg rolls as an entree that hit the spot. The service was friendly and polite, but the food was slow to come out of the kitchen. Very slow. We will be back the next time we are visiting Fort Wayne.

Service was acceptable, probably because we knew our waitress--acceptable but not outstanding. I had the berry fruity salad with grilled chicken, which was acceptable, but again, not unique or interesting by any means. Overall, I'd say it is pricey and not a place I need to return to anytime soon.

I have upgraded my previous review to 5 stars. Why? Great food! This time I had the Barbecue Chicken with wokked vegetables and fries. Martini Monday! Paloma is my favorite. Waitress Kiersten was phenomenal. Keep it up, BC :)

Depends on the day! You can go in, get a seat, eat good food! Then the next day, you can go in, have a 90 minute wait with 10 open tables, and the food just be okay. The one thing I LOVE about Black Canyon is their lemon drop martinis and dessert - BOMB DESSERT

This was a great place to have a birthday dinner! The service was great, and our server was able to answer our question. The service was a little bit slow for a Tuesday night but overall it was a good experience. The fillet in shrimp pasta is definitely one of my favorites! It's the reason I came here for my birthday. The bang bang bang shrimp is absolutely delicious. My husbands had the bison burger and said it was delicious and the pineapple added to the flavor. I got a raspberry lemon drop and my husband got a mango martini (blanking on the name). Both martinis were tasty and strong. I liked his better than my raspberry lemon drop. This place never fails when it comes to flavor! Also, my birthday dessert was yummy. The inside is pretty darkly lit, but at each table there's lighting so you can see the menu. Also, the interior is beautiful and the booth we sat in was comfy.

It was ok, I've heard so much about it, I was expecting something better. I had the salmon, the piece was too big, I got tired of eating it. I wish a starch came with it, a little angel hair pasta, rice or something. I thought it was over priced for salmon, tomatoes and broccoli.

After seeing so many great social media posts from Black Canyon, I decided it would be the perfect place to celebrate our 30th wedding anniversary. My husband made reservations elsewhere as a surprise, but I convinced him to change them to BC. Mistake #1. I should have stayed with the original plan. When making the reservation, we let them know it was a special occasion that we were celebrating. Although the main part of the restaurant wasn't filled (at all), we were seated in the enclosed room off the patio. This room had three very large, very loud parties. So loud that not only could we not hear each other talk we could not hear the server talk either. Mistake #2. Not really the atmosphere you want for a party of two celebrating a special evening. Not only is this room loud, but it has a very distinct odor of dirty carpets similar to what you would find in an old IHOP. And, worst of all....the flies. Lots of them. Sitting on every plate of food that touched our table. GROSS. We're bringing this to the attention of the server. Her response was only "well we're next to the patio." Note to BC: your pest-control provider can help you with this. The chairs in this room are not only uncomfortable, but the upholstery is rubbing off and tearing off. Not conducive for an upscale establishment. This is what I would expect at IHOP. Our food was Cold. Heavily sauced. And unimpressive, especially after the flies swarmed in. Mistake #3. My lemon drop martini tasted like Minute Maid lemonade with no vodka. Ick. Mistake #4. And finally, when our dessert was served, our server let us know that the person doing the desserts was NEW and she really should've put more than a tablespoon of ice cream on top of the brownie, however, she told us if we wanted more to let her know. She could order and charge us for an additional scoop of ice cream. Are you kidding me? Really? Mistake #5. Upon leaving, my husband commented that this establishment was really on the level as a Longhorn Steakhouse. Agreed. And now, officially off our list.

Arrived and was told 30 minute wait. Seated about 15 minutes later. Greeted warmly by Amanda! Took drink order, then good. That prime rib was out of this world. One of the best I have had in a long time. Oysters were a bit big for me however... ate them all. Briny but sweet. Wedge salad and french onion soup for one. Tasted great! Hamburger with cheese and bacon was a hit. A few got the filets and were tremendous. Whole place is dark wood and quite cozy despite the high noise level. The fries are to die for! Nothing better than crisp shoestrings!!! Highly recommend. Ask for Amanda. She is fabulous.

I'll try to focus on the two things that really matter: The Food: Black Canyon serves steaks, sandwiches, and other American offerings. Their menu is relatively small, which is a good thing (Cheesecake Factory, are you listening to that?). Their steaks are cooked over a wood-fired grill, which seems to be a growing trend. I had the Filet and Shrimp pasta, which was very good. I'd give it four out of five stars. The filet was tender and cooked properly to order. The Service: For the first time in several weeks, this was a restaurant where I didn't feel like we were getting ignored and forgotten, and they didn't treat us like we were a nuisance. We were a party of six, waiting for a table outside. After 15 minutes of waiting, the hostess informed us that it just started raining outside, so they promptly seated us at an indoor table for six. Service during the meal was great.

Ambiance was great. Service was good except for asking how our dinners were. Ordered the halibut, came grossly overcooked. Everything else on the plate tasted excellent. House red wine was a Merlot and was delicious and reasonably priced. Carrot cake for dessert was excellent and enough for 4 people to share. Would probably give them a 2nd chance.

Awesome and tasty food and I love the environment . Perfect for everyone love hangout. Also the people friendly and polite.

The food and service is amazing here. The first time I went it was my boyfriend and I's anniversary and they made us a cute dessert on the house. I've gotten the pasta twice, it's perfect. My boyfriend got the salad and he loved it.

Food is always good here and they always seem to have specials available. Something you don't get with chain restaurants. Great seasoned steaks and good portion sizes on sides. Kids can also find items they like. There are few items that keep bringing me back to them. Cocktail and wine selection is pretty good and they can make to order. Service is top notch, but expect a wait if you don't have reservations on weekends and even some weekdays. We were told 40 minute wait with many empty tables, so perhaps they have too many greeters and not enough wait staff. Ambiance is pretty dark with spotlights on table. Carpet seems damp with odd smell. Occasional gnat seems to be common when we have gone. They likely need to replace their carpeting and do a good cleaning. If they upped their ambience game, they could have a home run.

Wonderful menu! Great choices, especially fish items. We started with an appetizer of Texas egg rolls that were packed full of flavor. Full size and delicious. The mahi mahi was tender and flavorful. My dish had green beans and orzo both were a nice compliment. My husband had the meatloaf and is was very tasty. His Mac and cheese was really good, the asparagus tasted smoky and was just right. We picked carrot cake to take home. It was a huge serving! Our server was very attentive and provided excellent service.

Service is always quick and friendly. The food is of good quality and value. I would like to have more room in the booths.

We haven't been to Black Canyon for a couple of years. Today we decided to try it again. I remembered it as being a little higher scale. We were seated off in a side area that was very cold, with very loud hard rock music. I was so disappointed. The prices are still those of a more upscale restaurant but the atmosphere is that of a sports bar. We won't be returning.

Atmosphere is wonderful. We were visiting my son at Indiana Tech and I wanted a restaurant more than the burgers, wings and beers, that the average college kid eats. He still got a burger (bison) and I got the fish (cod) and chips. The food was great and the service was even better. I noticed the bar area looked very inviting, that will be for another visit.

This is near home for me and a great place to meet for drinks. Staff have always been pleasant and the ambiance is dark and romantic.

The food was delicious and the ambience was great. Can't say the same for our waitress:(

Excellent food, great service, great bartender, wonderful ambiance! I WILL be back! These had to be some of the better crabcakes I've had in a long while. One of the better sour apple martinis I've had as well. Our server was attentive and personable, had a great attitude and thanked us for being there, acted like she was glad to be our server.

The food is always great at Black Canyon! It's a great place for lunch or dinner. The prime rib sandwich is always great!

Molly was the best server! She was the perfect amount of attentive as my friend and I caught up with each other. Molly also made great wine and food recommendations, making it one of the most enjoyable nights out in a long time. She sold us on the braised short rib stroganoff, and it did not disappoint!

Got the prime rib sandwich with shoestring fries. Pretty good meal overall. I would go back but it's not something that I would crave or brag about.

Met friends for brunch with reservations on a Sunday (today). First time customer & will return. Ambiance is chill & beautiful. Our waitress Kristen was super sweet & attentive. I opted for Chicken & Waffles, substituted the thyme infused maple syrup for regular maple syrup. Glad that I did. Wonderful flavor with tones of vanilla. The chicken was very moist & paired well with the fluffy waffles. 10 out of 10!

This review is for the Thai Peanut salad only. This salad is a decent size but doesn't seem to grow as you eat it. There was enough to this entree to fill me up (and my daughter who had the same salad) without left overs. The salad was fresh as you would expect. There were chopped peanuts - enough to let you know that they belong but not too many. The sauce was light and had a very mild Thai peanut sauce taste. The level of sauce was just right - enough to accent the salad without creating a dominating tastes. My salad was topped with fillet mignon pieces. You could select chicken. The meat was moist and soft. The pieces were cut small such that you could skewer some meat and lettuce easily. The meat didn't have any special seasoning as you might expect for a solo entree. This dish was very good!

I've been here several times since moving here and haven't been disappointed. It's a nice place with great staff. The drinks are on point, the menu is versatile and has it's share of unique dishes and food is very good. My family loves the bang bang shrimp and I'm head over heels for the cornbread and believe it or not, the meatloaf. My seafood connoisseur brother claims that the seafood is very good as well. And who doesn't love the outdoor patio.

The NY strip was perfect. Very long wait on weekends, make a reservation ahead of time!

Not impressed! The kitchen nail it with the food we ordered and they don't deserve my review because the front of the house usually gets all of the praise and the front dropped the ball with us!! I always give great reviews when we visit an establishment and if I'm not happy with my food or service I usually say nothing. But since management didn't even try to resolve our issues is why I'm giving them a thumbs down! Not the kitchen!! I was never looking for BC to comp our food or expecting them to but if offered, that would have been a token to our horrible service we got that night!! It actually hurts my heart to give such a bad review! I just hope that they learn from this and try to do something to make the customer happy next time. I know that you can't make everyone happy! I'm a realist!! Here's the thing, it was my Birthday, yeah who cares! But we picked BC for my 55th b-day. I'm letting you know my age because I think it's pertinent to our experience. We sat in the bar and it was crowded to the point that they let customers stand right in front of our table. Right next to our table!! Our table was literally only 2' by 3' and ordered only appetizers. Ordered 6 different ones and asked the waitress to bring them out a couple at a time. Nope! All at once! We had no room for all of them on that little tiny table and the people that brought them said "I'm sorry". I had to hold a few of the plates while my wife tried to eat what she could. At that point I just dumped them all together. And trust me, some should have never been mixed. The server said that the mgt said it's because they were too busy, and that's how it was handled that night! mgt never came over her self. Really! Look around and you will see it's a young crowd and the sad part is that the 55 year old man will never go back again. My wife sent a letter and she's the nice one. Never got a single response! Enjoy your young crowd! The older generation are the ones who will truly support a business that deserves being supported!! Sad because we really like the food really well! No worries, plenty of great restaurants in Ft wayne that will give the respect to us the older generation people that doesn't turn their noses up to us!! If you are young, by all means, go there. They will treat you like you have money. Sad!!

This place was awesome and the wine was amazing I think that's why the glass was enormous but there was only shot of wine in the glass I didn't want to waste 12 more bucks for another shot of wine so I drank water. The place was nice we will go there again.

Never have I been so disappointed in Black Canyon. To be brief, arrived at 12:45 on time for Brunch reservation, Mother-in-law's 91st BD. Waited 1 HOUR for food to be served, lukewarm. Had to constantly ask for water and coffee. Had to grab silverware off an adjacent table. Food would have been good, if it hadn't sat around for who knows how long. Manager, whom I asked to speak with, was not helpful, and did not even try to make it right or apologize. I know her name if the owner wants to reach out to me. Also our server. Both names begin with D. I am a frequent client of BC. This was one of the worst restaurant experiences I have ever had, anywhere. You guys really blew it today.

Raw oysters were delish! Found a much needed quiet spot in bar booth. Wine pour very generous. Service was impeccable and kind. Carrot cake was amazing too, more than enough to share!

My stars are food and drink! Ahhhh maxing - everything. Tomahawk ribeye, the seasoning on the home made potato wedges and the wedges themselves (not a wedge you know) the wedge salad, French onion soup, bananas foster and white choc blueberry cheesecake.... Ahhh maxing! Coming back next week. Wow!

The food was delicious was a bit on the more spendy side but worth it! Even the proportions were big enough to share. The service was great the waitress kept up with all the tables.

I recently enjoyed a relaxing evening with my wife as we celebrated our 40th Anniversary over a delicious ribeye dinner. Our waitress was wonder and the service great! Thank you Black Canyon Staff!

Can't say enough good things about Black Canyon! We have been coming here for several years now and I haven't found one thing in the menu I didn't like. There service is always excellent and we have always been well cared for. If you have never been for Brunch on Sundays, it's a must-do. When you go for lunch or dinner be sure to order the cornbread appetizer- it's addicting! Overall one of our favorite places for a date night, girls night, or brunch!

Service was great. I've been here three times and always have a great experience. The cornbread is really good and if you're a vegetarian they have an amazing vegetarian burger. Shoestring fries are a must!

First time visiting on 8/25. It was a wonderful experience! Great service, comfortable atmosphere and delicious food!

We are regulars at Black Canyon for the New England Clam Chowder-on either Friday, Saturday and sometimes Sunday. BY FAR the best Clam Chowder we have ever had. And we have had it on the East Coast in a lot of places that tout "the best clam chowder". White creamy base with lots of clams and potatoes, maybe a hint of bacon? Truly the best in town, if not every where else. Lol. Every single item we have had here has been wonderful! Great service and a great meal too! If only they would sell the clam chowder in the gallon size. What a win-win!

This place was really cool with a great bar. The food was good, but a couple things were a little off- My friend had the meatloaf, and I had the Mahi Mahi- and both were delish!! Ordered the special apple caramel cheesecake and was disappointed- would order the brownie with ice cream next time! The booth was very long and sat low, which made it hard to get in and out of- just a heads up-