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    4.6 (64 reviews)
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    Rib tips
    Char D.

    What a great spot!! We were visiting from out of town, and were looking for a new resturaunt to celebrate our 3 year anniversary together. One person recommended Chance Bar, so we made a reservation. While we were out to grab a drink for happy hour, our bartender said Chance Bar is in her top 2 favorite places in Fort Wayne. She gave us a few recommendations that got us even more excited to go! The atmosphere is so cozy and makes you want to stay a while. Our servers were so sweet, and helpful! They offered great menu suggestions. We couldn't make up our minds on what to get, so we shared a few different plates. We started with the beer bread- OH MY GOSH! So good!!! We then moved on to the Rib Tips! My mouth is still watering just thinking about them. We then shared the Spagehtti- so light and garlicky! Absolutely amazing. We ended with a flourless chocolate cake and the chef sent out his panna cotta. The chocolate cake was rich and smooth, and a bit tart with the orange marmalade. The panna cotta was light and buttery. Both were so good. We took our left overs to go, and are pumped for our taste buds to enjoy them tomorrow. Give Chance Bar a chance- you won't be sorry!

    Pork spatzle

    Food was made from scratch and delicious! Unique bar food, like watermelon fennel salad. Bacon hamburger was delicious and the pork spatzle was divine! Service was tremendous and ambiance was cozy. Definitely a must for foodies!

    Linda S.

    We chose Chance Bar for dinner this Saturday with friends. Loved the atmosphere, which still holds reminders of when this building housed one of our favs, Hartley's, but now with an updated attitude! We were warmly welcomed by the host and immediately ushered to our reserved linen covered table. Our server was FABULOUS! Friendly but not intrusive, knowledgeable re: the menu, efficient, attentive, and patient with any questions we asked. Can't say enough about the wonderful job she did! Our table shared appetizers including the Hungarian Mushroom Soup with paprika, garlic, and parsley (pictured). Yum! Husband had the Buttermilk Fried Chicken "Sammy", Korean-inspired and with an apple slaw (pictured). One of our friends had the German-Style Mac-n-cheese (pictured). And two of us had the Wood Farms double bacon cheeseburger, mine without the bun, the other with bun (both pictured). Three GIANT onion rings accompanied the burgers. EVERYTHING we had was delicious. Well-prepared and presented. Kudos to the chef! At end of our meal, the chef-owner visited our table and thanked us for coming. How often does that happen? So gracious! Truly, a special evening...and we will definitely be back!

    Joanna J.

    Much better food & service than we even expected. Highly recommend! Parking lot located in back.

    Gnocchi

    Spectacular. Food is delicious. Wife and I went Friday night. I got the pho meatballs and my wife got the gnocchi. Both dishes were extraordinary. The pho had so much flavor in the dish. One of our favorite spots.

    Maple pork belly with beans, cornbread & jalapeño
    Zhanna C.

    Such an incredible find! The food here is fantastic, and I appreciate the variety with their seasonal menu. I'll definitely return to explore more dishes.

    Oysters and grilled sweet potatoes.
    Rob C.

    Just get the burger and get it over with. Best in Ft. Wayne. They're grilled sweet potatoes are to die for.

    To die for rib tips in a sticky sweet and tangy sauce. A must have!
    Laura H.

    We had a beautiful and delicious experience at Chance Bar! A group of five of us went on a half-priced wine Wednesday night over the holidays. We sat in the back room which was beautifully decorated and they were playing "Die Hard" on the TV which was beyond awesome. We ordered so many amazing things, and the service was top-notch. Steak tartare: this was the best I've ever had! It was a generous portion, perfectly seasoned and so flavorful. The plating was stunning! I'll order this every time. Liver pate: I'm a liver pate junkie, and this liver pâté sent me over the moon. The texture was so creamy and the liver flavor was present without being too overpowering. The accompaniments really paired well with the richness of the liver and made for a beautiful plate. The crostini's were perfectly toasty. I love a good crostini! Rib tips: these were out of this world! If you're feeling crummy, come in for a beer or glass/bottle of wine and these rib tips will set straight. Perfectly cooked, tender yet crispy in all the right spots, and the sticky, sweet and tangy sauce should be in my bathtub! Because I want to bathe in it. Cheeseburger: it was yummy! Great quality beef. The hand-breaded onion rings were hearty yet light and airy. Fried chicken sandwich: this was dynamite! Perfectly cooked, tender chicken, crispy skin... loved the bun too! Beet salad: delectably balanced and fresh. I get this every time. Pairs well with just about anything. Blackened fish: this fish (can't remember which kind of fish) was perfectly blackened with nutty and rich roasted brussel sprouts. Overall, it was a magical dining experience. The wait staff was so friendly and on point. The wine was delicious. The ambiance was so inviting and warm, like a big hug from an old friend. We have found a regular spot for family meals and quick bites or drinks with friends. We love Chance Bar!

    Messy, but tasty chicken sandwich
    Aaron C.

    My wife and I finally got a 'chance' to check out Chance. The location on Fairfield used to be Hartley's back in the day. This is a casual establishment with a local, neighborhood feel to it. The Caesar salad had an anchovi based based dressing that was good, but might not be liked by all. My wife can't turn down fresh corn chowder and it was tasty. The meatloaf sounded tasty, but they were out. Plan B was the chicken sandwich. Great flavor in every bite, but a little messy. Delicious potato "fries" on the side. My wife had the trout and loved everything about the entire dish. Filled donuts with raspberry sauce to round out the evening. Make sure you continue to support these local places! :)

    Falafel, Ricotta Dumplings, Fried Chicken Sandwich, Chicken Liver (front to back)

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    Burgers were very filling. The deviled eggs were also very good. Ben was a great server. Seamless experience.

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    Every thing is amazing from the food to the service . Great atmosphere and the owner is very friendly and attentive

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    Superb food selection and tastes. The wait for food is longer than the usual sit down but the food is high quality

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    The Deviled Eggs appetizer left a lot to be desired. The pasta dish was outstanding. Service was less than adequate. Nice atmosphere.

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