Pioneer Eats Here makes its final stop in its current iteration, and it might have been the best stop yet!
Hideout 125 was the winner of Pioneer Eats Here and was voted as the best restaurant in North Fort Wayne. The restaurant is prohibition-themed, and as soon as you walk through the front doors, you step back in time. From the décor, the lighting, and the attire the staff is wearing, you feel like you’re in the early 1900s.
Starting June 2025, under the direction of Sherman Bell, Hideout 125 entered a new era. They wanted to elevate dining with a modern edge—where timeless style meets innovation, and every detail is designed to impress.
In short, we were impressed.
Here are our thoughts on the meal and overall experience at Hideout 125!
Belle – Lobster & Shrimp Pasta
I got the Lobster and Shrimp pasta, which was incredible. It was the perfect size for lunch and wasn’t too overwhelming between the shellfish, the pasta, and the sauce. Probably the best shrimp I’ve had in a dish as well. Everything tasted very fresh, and it all blended together very well!
Hannah – Salmon
Hideout 125 is easily one of my new favorite spots in Fort Wayne! I ordered the Salmon, which came with rice, tomato, and asparagus. What sounded like a pretty straightforward entree surprised me with just how good these items could taste all together! The rice was flavorful, moist, and was the perfect pairing with the seasoned salmon.
Callie – Salmon & Spinach Salad
I had the Salmon and Spinach Salad from the lunch menu, and it was amazing!
The salmon was definitely the star. I’m not exactly sure how it was prepared, but it had incredible flavor on its own. It was definitely my favorite piece of salmon I’ve ever had! The sweetness of the peaches blended perfectly with the salty bacon and smoky fish. If you opt out of the Bleu Cheese, the Salmon and Spinach Salad is a great dairy-free option on the menu.
Brice – Steak Philly
I walked into the restaurant not knowing what I wanted to order. Nothing on the menu was speaking to me immediately until I read the description for the Steak Philly. A Hoagie with shaved, slow-roasted sirloin, jalapeño peppers, habanero havarti, and Au Jus. My mouth is watering again typing that out. I like a Philly-style sandwich, but when you add a little bit of spice to it, I’m probably going to love it. And I did.
Jonathan – Lobster Roll
First of all, it was great meeting the owner, Sherman Bell, and as it turns out, we had a bunch of mutual friends. Small world. I had the lobster roll, which was EXCELLENT. It came with truffle fries, which were probably the best fries I’ve ever had. I have to mention we also had the Lobster Rangood flatbread. Now THAT was something to try – highly recommended. I loved the food and the atmosphere – very cool, old-school gangster vibe.
Team – Appetizers & Dessert
“We ordered the Truffle Fries, Crab Rangoon Flatbread, and Bacon Wrapped Asparagus for an appetizer. Each one was packed with flavor and only got me more excited for the meal. I’m not a big crab rangoon person, but this flatbread won me over and was my favorite starter,” Hannah said.
She added, “Although we were stuffed, we also ordered a few of the desserts to round our meal out. The carrot cake stood out to me because it was unlike any other kind I’ve had before. It came in a bowl, was warm, had delicious icing on top, and was sprinkled with salted pecans. A wonderful and surprising twist on a classic.”
“Their carrot cake was served warm, so it was very light and refreshing without being too dense or filling,” Belle said.
This blog series was created to highlight the best restaurants in Northeast Indiana. If you missed out on voting the first time, make sure to follow our social media to vote for your favorite restaurant in one of our 11 counties.
Our previous stops in this series: Caruso’s in Steuben County, Albion Ale House in Noble County, Fulton & Main in Adams County, Botanas Locas in Kosciusko County, Shorty’s Steakhouse in DeKalb County, Destination 814 in LaGrange County, Harry’s in Wabash County, Mercado in Downtown Fort Wayne, The Patio in Roanoke, Sara’s Family Restaurant in Southwest Allen County, Mi Casa in Ossian, Colombian Delights in South Fort Wayne, and 1897 BBQ in Whitley County.
Brice Vance is the copywriter and brand strategist for NEI, and he’ll make it a point to go back to Hideout 125.
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