Bistro Nota

This is a great place with a wonderful vibe and excellent service. My husband really enjoyed the Beef Teres Major, which came with glazed carrots, brussels sprouts and fingerling potatoes. I ordered the Braised Boneless Beef Short Rib which was supposed to be served with creamy polenta. However, I received a puree of either cauliflower or parsnips - I couldn't really tell which - which was very bland and under-seasoned. The short rib was excellent, as were the glazed carrots, however, I was really looking forward to that creamy polenta! We will definitely be back!

I been traveling to Fort Wayne quite a bit recently, staying in town for a week at a time. During these visits, I’ve had the pleasure of navigating the cities under appreciated food scene. From cheap eats to the most elegant experiences, Fort Wayne seems to have it all. One place in particular has become not only my favorite in Fort Wayne, but tops the list completely…BISTRO NOTA!! This unassuming little bistro packs quite the culinary punch, smacking me in the face over and over again with a wide variety of tastes and senses for the palate. Until today, my favorite dish had been their Oven Roasted Chicken Breast, a delicious, juicy breast of chicken served with fingerling potatoes, and sautéed spinach, onions, and cherrywood bacon, all resting on a rich flavorful pan sauce. I live two hours (plus) away and have driven up just for this dish. That was until today… I am a fan of pasta, a REALLY BIG FAN. Today, wanting something different, I took the opportunity to try their Pasta Bolognese and my lord was I blown away. Waves of pappardelle nestled on my plate accompanied by the most delicious sauce with local ground beef, pork, pork belly, and tomatoes, all topped with a healthy dollop of ricotta cheese. The rich texture of the sauce and the creaminess of the ricotta cheese blended perfectly into the most delicious experience. What an absolute gem!! The service is casual and fun, with the severs proving a warm comfortable experience for their patrons. I’ve been lucky enough to have Hailey as my server multiple times and have enjoyed each interaction with sheer delight. If your in Fort Wayne, of just want an amazing culinary experience, you owe it to yourself to come to Bistro Nota. You will not be disappointed!!

We’re transplants from San Francisco and loved the food scene there. Bistro Nota is amazing and stands up to top notch restaurants in big cities, and the portions are much more generous. We were so happy to find this restaurant and will definitely go there regularly. Everything we tried was excellent.

Service was excellent, our server was kind and very attentive! The food was excellent and the prices were great for the quality. Not many places If any at all that you can get food of this caliber for a great price. Thoroughly impressed with everything, will definitely be coming back!

We had dinner here based on the recommendation of a friend. So glad we did! The staff is great - attentive without hovering, and helpful with recommendations. We’ve gone back several times, even taking our kids, and have enjoyed every single dish. Delightful place!

Simply put, we LOVED Bistro Nota.