I parked under the bridge and walked across the street to Tolon on a cold winter night. As a business traveler I am looking for great restaurants that are not chains and provide a feel for the town I'm in. This restaurant was recommended to me by two people. One who travels frequently for business and the other who is in town frequently with their family. Both recommended Tolon as a wonderful place to sit down and have an excellent meal. I'm happy they did. I walked in the door and was warmly greeted by the hostess and asked to sit at the bar. The bartender greeted me immediately when I sat down and grabbed a bottle of water and the stainless steel cup for the water and poured me a drink. She provided me with the menu and the cocktail menu and gave me space in time to make my decisions. I went with a glass of Malbec, and the deviled eggs as a starter. My main course was another small plate: the beef short rib with polenta cake. The deviled eggs were phenomenal and had a unique flavor and we're just right sized for one. The beef short rib dish was excellent and maybe a little more than I could handle it once after the deviled eggs. Every person that brought food to me or that chatted with me while I sat at the bar was kind and welcoming. read more

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As always, this place is amazing! Everything about it is fantastic. Owners, staff, the FOOD! It's so good, we drive 90 miles one way just to dine there. Our personal favorite. read more

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The best steak I've had in a hot minute! Just visiting Fort Wayne but wish I had discovered this gem sooner. Had the ribeye and had to fight the urge to take my shirt off...‍ Seriously Tolon deserves its flowers even if the name sounds like a Star Trek character read more

There are a surprising number of excellence restaurants in Fort Wayne! During my recent visit, this was the last new one that I came to try. Next time I visit Fort Wayne, it will be the first one I go to! Much of the food is locally sourced, and the chef seems to be extremely good at what he or she does. I wasn't particularly hungry so I just ordered a salad. But what I didn't realize is that the salad that they brought me was an absolute masterpiece! And it was kale! I don't even like kale! But this was fantastic. I also had the whipped feta cheese with roasted pita bread as an appetizer. This place also had the best service of any restaurant I've been to in town. This is a definite go to location! read more

Tolon - Kale and apple salad with blackened chicken - New American Near Me - Fort Wayne, Indiana

The food is amazing! The staff is so friendly and really take care of you. We highly recommend Tolon!

It had been awhile! We went for Valentine's Day (our 33rd!) a day early, with reservations this time. We were seated in the window, a quiet table, which was perfect. The food was INCREDIBLE. We shared the Pork Belly starter which was perfection. Crispy edges, perfectly complementary sauce and garnish. I like the smaller menu, with carefully curated selections. My husband tried the salmon and shared a bit with me. Im totally get it next time haha! Our waiter was perfectly attentive, and the owner was visible and helpfully running the reception and seating. It was a full house! Tolon recently turned 10 years old. Best wishes for many more! A true asset to Firt Wayne. Plus. THOSE FRITES. read more

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The salmon was one of the best meals I've had in a long, long time. Nice place, good service

Been here many times, and it's probably the best restaurant Fort Wayne has to offer. The food is usually good. Service was very good this time. Sometimes it ranges from okay to great. Ambiance is typical, nothing terribly unique. Buttermilk Drop Biscuits - $10 - Best biscuits I've ever had. The outside was crispy and the inside perfectly fluffy. They are very big biscuits. The blueberry jam was delicious and the butter was nicely whipped. This is a must have. 5/5 stars. Cheeseburger - $23 - Also best burger you'll ever have. The smash patties have a lot of maillard reaction, and the homemade boursin cheese is to die for. We substituted the chips for duck fat fries, but for me, this was disappointing. The fries weren't crispy. They were plentiful, just not the right texture. I remember getting the fries before and it was cooked better. Burger is a 5/5 stars must try, the fries were like a 2/5 at best. Campechano Tacos - $18 - The flavor of the tacos is spot on, and it's a little oily, which I like. The problem is that there needs to be a salsa. The menu states "salsa matcha", which googling that tells me it's like a chili oil but mexican style. It's not enough to keep the tacos from eating a bit dry. The only relief was from some pineapple chunks. It needs a normal salsa to stop it from eating so dry. 4/5 stars. Strawberry Pretzel Cheesecake - $14 - Fantastic cheesecake. The cheesecake had good flavor and consistency. The strawberries were good. The pretzel crust was interesting, but I liked it. $14 is a bit steep. Maybe $10 and I'd be ok with the price, but all the desserts on the menu are a bit expensive here. But whatever, you'll be happy with the dessert. 5/5 stars. House Old Fashion - $13 - Husband said he loved it. They "leveled up" from last time. He thinks they have one of the best old fashion drinks. 5/5 stars. read more

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This restaurant is a gem. The food and service were excellent. The restaurant website makes a big point about how welcoming the restaurant is, and it is true. I was treated very warmly and genuinely so. The restaurant also was creative and inventive with its food, decor, and small touches. I scoped out the downtown restaurants as a visitor to Fort Wayne and think this must be one of the best restaurants. I am so glad that I found it and had the Tolon experience. read more

Tolon - Amazing and inventive chicken breast entree with delicious carrots and creamy thyme sauce. - New American Near Me - Fort Wayne, Indiana

We were passing through Fort Wayne and thought we would try this place based on Yelp reviews. Walking into Tolon. It was a nice atmosphere. You could definitely dress up and make it a nice night out or be more relaxed feel comfortable. The parking is a little tricky but it is downtown. Loved the recommendations of our waiter and how he described the food helped us make good decisions. We started out with the Tomatoes and also the Pork Belly. The tomatoes were fresh and light. But the pork belly was so so yummy. Loved the taste of it. My husband got the ribeye steak and it was cooked to perfection. I got the scallops. They were by far the best scallops I have had. Cooked perfectly and the sauce and additions to this meal were great also. They complimented it really good. We had the Chocolate cake to finish. And although it was good. I would have rather had some more of the scallops. The service was top notch and I would definitely come back here. read more

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Amazing food! Tomato Bisque was the best my husband's ever had. We also had the deviled eggs and pork chop entree. They were all expertly crafted. I really don't think that you could get a bad meal here, whatever you choose! read more

Enjoyed visit to Tolon. Rabbit pot pie was unique and tasty. Tomato appetizer nice and fresh. Fries decent, could be crispier. Atmosphere great. Parking not the best but okay. Service fine. read more

Tolon - wood farm ribeye | tolon umami rub | bone marrow bordelaise | duck fat & garlic herb frites | foie gras butter - New American Near Me - Fort Wayne, Indiana

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We tried this place two years ago, and it felt like a fever dream -- everything was that good. Everyone at the table raved about every single dish, and I honestly thought it had to be a fluke. I mean, when eight people eat together and not one person complains, that's almost unheard of. Fast forward a year, and I found myself back at Tolon with four of the same people from that first visit. We started with the deviled eggs, which were everything you want them to be -- perfectly balanced flavors and a pristine presentation. The first time, we all ordered different entrées. This time, though, we all went for the steak. For a year, I've been telling anyone who will listen that Tolon has the best steak in Indiana. But after that first bite, it hit me -- this isn't just the best steak in Indiana... it might be the best in the country. Don't sleep on this hidden gem. Tolon delivers every single time. read more

Just picked up take out from Tolon. It was delicious! We had the Korean Pork Chop, Chicken Cordon Bleu, Whipped Feta and Blueberry Cheesecake. It was so good, I wanted to keep eating but I'm stuffed. Everything had great, fresh and well balanced flavor but not over seasoned. We ordered a couple other things (to try) but enjoyed everything we ate so much, the salad and deviled eggs will have to wait until tomorrow. Run, DO NOT WALK, to Tolon! Was greeted warmly and promptly by staff. A+ read more

Love this place and the vibe. Recommended a cocktail for me that I loved. Smoked savers with Hamer 10 bourbon so smooth and good. Food was excellent and service was top-notch. read more

Tolon - Smoked Sazerac - New American Near Me - Fort Wayne, Indiana

Second time we have been here during our trips to Fort Wayne. We met friends that are locals and they have eaten here several times. For apps we had the Duck Fat Frites (would have liked them to be more crispy) and the Garlic Shrimp, which was delicious. Three in our party got the Salmon, and I had the Jerked Pork Chop. All our entrees were fantastic. I couldn't finish mine, the chop was huge. Our server, Jackie, was awesome. She was very knowledgeable of the drink list and menu. She did not steer us wrong, when we asked for recommendations. I had started with the Tolon Sour and ended with the Smoked Sazerac. We were all too full to even try any desserts. I would definitely recommend trying this place out. read more

What a great time we had at Tolon! From the service, drinks, food to the nice outdoor dining, it was the best meal experience I've had in a long time! I'm not sure I've had a better steak, either! The salads, apps, and vegetable purées complimented in the best way. Our server was just great, and both of the Tolons came to personally check on us during the dinner. Thanks to all for a fine and fun experience! read more

Awesome food. Awesome service. Great drinks. Craft and a Hell if a selection. Knowledge staff. Chef at this restaurant is out of this world. The pork chop is hands down the best I've ever had. It's a bone in beast. read more

Tolon - Jerk Pork Chop is a must have - New American Near Me - Fort Wayne, Indiana

Wow! Had a STELLAR experience at Tolon from the moment we stepped inside. Fantastic service, incredible food and a completely solid vibe across the board. No idea if the crispy pork belly with cornbread waffle is a menu staple, but we'd travel across the country to have it again. That said? Every. Single. Dish. Was phenomenal. Our only regret was not making room for dessert. read more

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The food is amazing! The deviled eggs, pork belly and wings were delicious as was the pork chop and steak! The staff was wonderful!

My husband and I ate here while traveling to Anderson In for a concert. It was delicious! Highly recommend! read more

Came here on a Saturday night for dinner after looking through Yelp for a great spot with new friends. We were seated promptly and greeted kindly. Between the 4 of us, we split the pork belly burnt ends as an app. Cornbread waffle, great. Burnt ends, great. The ladies enjoyed the sauce. 3 of the 4 ordered ribeyes medium rare and they were spot on! Duck fat frites were really good. Our 4th enjoyed her risotto. Cocktails around were good, as were the beer and wine selections. We'll definitely be back for our next celebration dinner! read more

I was attracted to this restaurant based on the high reviews. Then, at another local restaurant in town, our server recommended this place for their food and cocktails. We went here our 3rd night in town, and thoroughly enjoyed our dining experience. The Tolon Whiskey sour was perfectly prepared and went down so smoothly, I had two (most unusual for me). My wife enjoyed her rye whiskey cocktail, the Lady & Chef. Lyndsey, our server was engaging, personable and professional in her taking care of us. And, the food was excellent. There were many choices on the diverse menu from which to make our final selection. We shared a grilled shrimp dish for a starter which was a great start to the dining portion of our evening ($22). My wife enjoyed her grilled chicken over roasted cabbage ($34), and my bucatini pasta with bison meat ($38) was tremendously enjoyed. All exquisitely presented. We were too well sated to have dessert, yet left most contented. A great choice and would eagerly return. read more

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The best biscuit of my life came from...brunch in Fort Wayne? I know, I was stunned in more ways than one. Weeks later, I'm still wondering how Tolon got that biscuit so crispy on all sides. That's not the only item still lingering in my mind. Tolon's breakfast pot pie was pretty darn special too. I'm grateful that there was a vegetarian variation and that the server brought me out a plate to change the presentation. Had I kept it in its original vessel, the chances of pieces of veg spilling all over the table would have been high. It was a wonderful meal from start to finish! read more

We loved this place & would have stayed longer to drink if we didn't have tickets to a show. Everything was great. We had to order two deviled egg appetizers because it was so good. Best pork I've had in a long time! read more

Tolon - New American Near Me - Fort Wayne, Indiana

Phenomenal!!! We eat here often and have always been pleased. My husband got his usual ribeye tonight, but I changed it up and tried the duck confit and mushroom risotto. LIFE CHANGING! I absolutely loved it! Thank you for doing what you do Tolon! The reason I continually come back! read more

One of the best meals of my life!!!! Chef Matt Nolot is an absolute ROCKSTAR! The Vietnamese Wings are stellar ! As is EVERYTHING else on the menu! The whole staff just rocks like a well oiled machine! Do not miss Nathan's Old Fashioned! 10/10 read more

Such a fantastic dining experience! My boyfriend and I came in on a weekend at opening time, and we were so glad we chose to try out Tolon. I usually scour Yelp whenever I'm in a new place to try out new food, and Tolon was high up on the list already. The duck fat frites caught my eye immediately (as someone whose favorite food literally is fries...), so after seeing a picture of that I was out the door with my boyfriend like, "Okay. We're going." - and oh man. I was so right. The interior was comfortable and chic, with local artist work featured on the walls. They had a good selection of branded merch (I'm a sucker for a logo t-shirt) too! We were seated at a nice booth seat and had such an attentive and friendly waitress. For our order, we got the frites, cheeseburger (subbing the chips for brussel sprouts), and noodle bowl. Now I'm not sure the menu will be the same in the future, but oh my gosh. I wish I could go back for the burger and fries every week! It was perfectly juicy, with a toasted bun and the perfect ratio of ingredients. The fries were crisp and paired so well with the basil aioli provided. And my boyfriend's noodle bowl was savory and not overpowering at all despite the abundance of toppings. Everything was a 10/10 for me, beating out quite a few famous restaurants I've been to on the Vegas Strip. I'd go again, and again, and again (wallet willing). read more

Tolon - Duck fat frites with basil aioli. I will dream of these in my sleep. - New American Near Me - Fort Wayne, Indiana

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We went here for brunch after a wedding. We had recently high expectations after everyone told us this was the best restaurant in Fort Wayne. I'll be honest we were a bit let down. We got the fuck fat fries, which were good, but not that crispy & just tasted like normal fries. The Chilaquiles were extremely greasy, but decent enough. My mom got the Dutch baby & it simply wasn't a Dutch baby (more a thick Swedish pancake). The biscuits were great & the best part of the meal. The service was nice & they were friendly. Atmosphere was a typical new American type place with a bar & some patio seating. I'd give it a try, but maybe skip brunch. It seems like more of a dinner place. read more

Tolon - Duck fat frites - New American Near Me - Fort Wayne, Indiana

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To celebrate my dad's birthday, we chose Tolon as the birthday dinner spot! We've never been, so we were all excited to try. Our server was really friendly and helped us answer any questions we had about the menu. We ended up going with the duck fat frites to share, and I ordered the pork chop for my entree. The fries were so addicting to eat. It had a good crisp outside and soft inside. Despite being fried in duck fat, the fries were light and airy, and I didn't feel heavy eating them. The aioli paired perfectly with the fries. My pork chop dish came with a huge pork chop, a side salad, and a bed of rice. Each component was flavorful, but I felt that the individual flavors were a bit overpowering. For instance, the dirty rice was quite salty, and the sauce under the pork chop was quite sweet. The pork chop felt on the blander side compared to the stronger sides' flavors. Overall, we had a good experience here and happy to celebrate my dad's birthday at Tolon! read more

Tolon - Pork chop - New American Near Me - Fort Wayne, Indiana

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Loved this restaurant. Great location with a convenient parking lot next door. Bread & cheese dip appetizer was fantastic. The bread was an ideal consistency and they offered us extra portions after eating it all to finish the cheese at no charge. I had a pork chop that was the best I've ever eaten. The mixture of pineapple and hot honey flavors topped with salty crispy plantain on a bed of green rice was a top 5 dish I've ever eaten. My wife had their salmon topped with shrimp and it was also perfection. Service was top notch with a friendly waitress who balanced attention with privacy perfectly. Atmosphere was stylish and modern but not pretentious. We got there early on a Thursday evening and it was not busy yet so plenty of room. The bar looked nice but we sat at a table. 10 out of 10 would recommend and will be visiting again. read more

Tolon - Pork mufuggin chop up in this ho - New American Near Me - Fort Wayne, Indiana

This place was great! It is farm to table, has big portions, and has very intriguing art. It is in a very nice area downtown. The parking lot was very full when we got there, but we were able to snag the last spot. There was outdoor seating that looked nice, but we opted for the window room which felt like we were outside, but without the wind! The menu looked amazing- I wanted to try so many different things! We did get the fries and Brussels sprouts for the table. The Brussels sprouts were AMAZING! They had such good flavor and were cooked to perfection. The fries were a little salty, but the sauce they came with was very good. In addition to that I got the Bison Bolognese which was HUGE. There was absolutely no way I could eat that much food in one sitting, but it was very good! The way the ingredients were listed on the menu I was expecting something a little more deconstructed than just a huge bowl of pasta, but it was good so I cannot complain. The server was very nice, and the food came out fairly quickly. She had good recommendations and checked on us quickly enough. read more

Tolon - Menu - New American Near Me - Fort Wayne, Indiana

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We were just passing through town and stopped here, it was amazing. The food was genuinely so good, I can't stop thinking about the sauce that was on the tomatoes. Truly a gem. Go here. read more

The BEST quality food, service, and atmosphere in Fort Wayne! It will always be a favorite!

AWESOME service and niced atmosphere. Nice murals, nice real wood tables, and even nice tin serving cups for water! The farm to fresh OJ was decent, but the pot pie to be honest was underwhelming as it's not really a pot pie all baked together, just a biscuit on top of a soupy concoction of what's in a typical pot pie, IN A CUP. It was alright but not my cup of pot pie! Okay, and not anything bad tho just not a great pot pie to me. Tho I get out, A LOT more than an average person, so I've had great and not so great pot pies. The best being Pie Boss in Aurora Illinois, South African Johannesburg style that is oh so grand. read more

Tolon at The Landing in Fort Wayne, Indiana, is an absolute no-brainer! It's farm - table food is as fresh as it gets, the interior decor is beyond hip, the outdoor patio is dog- friendly, and the location- at the heart of Fort Wayne's "Landing" - is the place to be! The Sunday Brunch has something for all palettes! Great service too! Check out Tolon when you're in Fort Wayne- lunch, brunch, or dinner- you won't be disappointed!! read more

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We came in early on a Sunday, so must've beat the crowd. We had reservations anyway, though - which I would recommend as it started getting busy while we were there. The service was excellent and attentive. We were well taken care of. The space was open and trendy with plenty of room in between tables. There is outdoor seating available but it was a little chilly and I appreciated an indoor seat for breakfast. I ordered the tacos with a creamsicle drink and my partner had the pot pie with the Bloody Mary. I had a bite of his pot pie and it was great, but the tacos were some of the best I ever had. The flavor was incredible as is, but the house made hot sauce made it epic! There was so much filling inside I had to eat about half out with my fork before eating it like a taco. That said, I also was only able to eat two of three before I was so stuffed. The drink was great as well - not too sweet, but sweet enough to take care of my sweet tooth. Will definitely be back again if in the area. read more

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It's a shame you can only give 5 stars... This was one of the best meals of my life. Just to put it in perspective I eat out way too often and consider myself a foodie. Going out for great food, wine, and bourbon is literally my favorite past time. We started off with a cocktail. I had a bourbon sour/egg white sort of thing, and my friend had some delicious lemon cello concoction. For starters we had the "Gods butter" with was a bone split in 2 to unveil the marrow goodness to spread on duck fat toast points.... Ummmmm so amazing then Emily, our server, offered us a bourbon shot to pour down the inside of the bone to flush the remaining marrow and flavor into our mouths. Next, we had the shrimp scampi; large shrimp cooked perfectly, a little lemony and a little spicy in a good way. Maybe a little spicy for some but we loved it...served with more duck fat toast points. We debated getting just one entree to split after that because we both were already pretty content and then we both decided that if we ordered 2 entree's we would get to taste more. I don't usually order chicken dishes at restaurants, but this chicken dish with mushroom truffle, rainbow, chard and coffee dusted carrots was to die for. I'm not a salmon fan and this was by far the best salmon I've ever had. It stands out for its perfect crust on one side and the salmon literally melting away with each bite. What kind of sorcery is this?! The red wine selection was perfect! We finished with a scoop of bourbon brown sugar ice cream. Ohhhhh! And Emily was amazing! Restaurant people are my people and she was such a fun part of our experience when she'd come by but gave us our time too. She was proud of the restaurant and the chef and working there. She navigated our experience perfectly. I will mention this place wasn't inexpensive but we didn't question the price at all because everything we had was on another level. I would never have though of finding this gem in Ft. Wayne Indiana and whenever I'm in the area I will definitely be making a reservation. Lastly, reservations were simple on "Resy" They were packed but still managed to get us in. read more

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What an amazing experience! The food was beyond flavorful, the atmosphere chill and the server, Christian, was impeccable. Got the Jerk Pork chop, perfectly done. The deviled eggs are not your grandmothers, because she don't know how to make them this good. Highly recommended!! read more

The food was fantastic. The price was a little high compared to my normal budget, but I would absolutely go back. I don't think that I can afford to be a frequent flyer though. read more