The primary draw, for us, was the Wagyu beef. I have mixed feelings. On one hand, the quality of the beef is amazing and our steaks were cooked perfectly. They were decently seasoned. Unfortunately, the beef was served with a potato purée (good) and a spiced mixture of vegetables and legumes.
I can't understand why the chef would take such a beautiful, delicate meat and overpower it with spices. Spices are meant to compliment the dish, not take center stage. I'm not complaining that they were too hot. They were just too concentrated and unbalanced. This beef would work much better with a hint of something sweet... maybe cherry or tamarind. Think, more Asian or French and less Tex Mex.
Also, when a person orders a ribeye, they expect a ribeye. What I got was a 4 oz section of a ribeye (for $85). Considering the prices they charge for the beef in their market, I'm not sure how they justify that. I was expecting at least 8 oz.
So, if you plan to order steak, be sure to order plenty of appetizers. At least they were generous with the bread basket. The quality of the food is quite good, definitely the best in the area. The seafood is fresh, which is no small feat in the Midwest. The foie gras is great, although we were served a tiny spot of it, encompassed by some sort of toast. The price is equal to a fine Manhattan restaurant but, in Manhattan, you would get 3 times as much foie gras. The restaurant is comfortable and nicely decorated. The service is excellent.
I would definitely recommend Joseph Decuis for a special occasion. Just go into it knowing that you're going to over pay. I'm accustomed to prices like this but I've never felt like I got so little for my money.
I have absolutely nothing bad to say about this restaurant. I went with a friend on a Tuesday night. The waitstaff was very accommodating and let us roam around the mostly empty restaurant. We got to peek into the different wine cellars and meander in the conservatory/patio area. The restaurant has a very intimate, romantic feel to it.
As for food, he got the foie gras and I got the crab cake appetizer. Both were absolutely amazing. The foie gras was perfectly cooked and the caramelized bread it came on was perfect. It was buttery and slightly sweet. My crab cakes were made with big chunks of crab meat. They were nestled in some mayonnaise based sauce and topped with a tuft of greens that had been mixed in a fresh vinaigrette. It balanced the richness of the sauce perfectly.
For dinner we both got the Wagyu beef entree. It was cooked perfectly and the meat barely needed to be cut, it was so tender. The waitress showed us a piece of meat that hadn't been cooked and the marbling was intense. It was served a top some sort of whipped potato and vegetable mixture. I don't really care for potatoes but I nearly licked the plate, it was so good.
For dessert we shared the chocolate bourbon pecan cake. It didn't really have a cake consistency. It was much softer and was topped with a dollop of fresh whipped cream infused with vanilla bean. It was absolutely delicious. We will definitely stop by again when we're in town.
Good but not great. Â I guess expectations are everything. Â It must be very hard to be inspired every night. Â The flavors just weren't on point...
We received very good service from the bartender and he was fun and knowledgeable. Â Our table server was slow and odd... kept staring at the top of my head when she talked to me.
Have been here a number of times before and just back again for the usual outstanding meal. The main courses were delicious (pork and grouper), but I have to mentioned the Caesar Salad. I have been searching out the best Caesar's coast to coast for 25 years. I would put JD's in a tight race for top spot. It was a creative interpretation of the classic, but was so well done it deserved this special mention.
Review Source:Our first visit was on our 25th wedding anniversary and it was fantastic. Â The restaurant even had our names on the menu congratulating us on the occasion. Â Nice. Â Started w/ the morrel mushrooms followed by tomato soup and duck for her and seafood gumbo and WAGYU (Kobe) filet for me. Â Best filet ever and I've had them all in Indy, Atlanta, Chicago, Cincinnati...
Again, the Creme Brulee was the best I've had. Â Expensive meal, but worth every dime.
We'll be coming back for the mushrooms, soup and deserts which are a full meal in themselves. Â 6 stars.
Visited Joseph Decuis Emporium while in town for a business meeting! Â I was told that it was the only 5 star restaurant in the area! Â We stopped in for a casual lunch. Â It was a great hamburger venue, and I loved the local foods like honey, bbq sauce, cheese and even ketchup that the store displayed for purchase! Â I love supporting local businesses! Â
I ordered the Wagyu burger and it was awesome!! Â They boast burgers "grilled to perfection". Â Now, don't get it twisted - the cafe is not five star! Â You pick up your own food, and bus your own table, and get your own drinks!
Definitely worth visiting and learning about Wagyu beef aka kobe beef and teh way that it is raised, right here in Indiana!
Possibly the finest (and as far as I know, the only five-star) restaurant in the region! Â They are a "Farm to Fork" restaurant ~ they raise their own Kobe beef, eggs, vegetable, and herbs on their own farm, as well as locally sourcing other meats. That is a win in my book.
My husband and I went here on our anniversary several months ago. Made our reservations and mentioned it was our anniversary, and were pleasantly surprised when we got to our table to discover custom paper menus with our names and "Happy Anniversary" printed on them! The Artisinal Cheese Plate was a lovely starter. My chicken dish was outstanding, and my husband said that his salmon was the BEST he'd ever had in his life. We split the Chocolate Bourbon Pecan Cake for dessert ~ amazing! Their wine list is enormous! I tried one of the recommended red wines (now of course I don't remember what it was) and my husband had a bourbon cocktail. I'm not a fan of bourbon but I tried his drink and I have to say it was REALLY good. Service and staff were very friendly, attentive, and helpful.
What a wonderful anniversary dinner! Unfortunately, Joseph Decuis will probably remain a special-occasion-only place for us, because it is QUITE pricey!
I rarely give 5 stars, but when it's warranted, I have no qualms about doing so.
Amazing food, amazing experience. Â Possibly the finest restaurant in the state of Indiana. Â If Joseph Decuis was in an international city (i.e. Chicago, San Francisco, Miami, New York) it would have a Michelin star.
Our server was a little green (she said she had only worked there for a couple weeks), but from what I could from the other servers and the hostess, the service is impeccable.
This is a no-jeans (except during special events) crowd, so dress accordingly.
Joseph Decuis either raises/grows their own ingredients at their farm (which you can tour)  a few miles away  Their farm is said to be the only Wagyu beef producer in the US (I haven't checked whether or not this is true).  If you are unfamiliar with Wagyu, think Kobe beef (except not produced in Japan).
I actually didn't try the Wagyu (as I have had it before in Indianapolis - sourced from Joseph Decuis). Â I had the excellent osso bucco. Â So tender and flavorful. Â Served over a parsnip puree, the whole experience melts on your palate.
Adjacent to the restaurant is the emporium where you can purchase many of the meats (frozen) Â found at the restaurant to take home. Â There is also an inn (which I did not visit) where you really immerse yourself in the JD experience.
I will definitely be finding an excuse to make the 2-hour drive from Indianapolis north so I can return to this truly amazing dining destination.
Joseph Decuis is difficult to explain in the sleepy little Town of Roanoke (halfway between Huntington and Fort Wayne). The owners have created a little oasis with wonderful and creative cuisine. Diver Scallops, Dover Sole, Kobe steaks, Veal, and other seafood and meats fill the menu with creative preparations. Many of the dishes have a creole flair. I have dined there a few times and have never had anything but an outstanding meal with impeccable service. Entrees range, on the high side, and the menu is a la carte. The menu changes weekly and can be viewed at <a href="/redir?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.josephdecuis.com&s=14ff4c0c7f140126b7eacc3ca4c1d18adc5ec903f598bc1b89a66993f0bc58ee" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">http://www.josephdecuis.…</a>. They have an extensive wine list (500+ different wines) and have been awarded, a few years ago, the Wine Spectator Award of Excellence. This is a testament to their established standards.
Working in Fort Wayne for Regional Business and I have met local customers there. I was amazed by the creativeness of the menu, friendliness of staff, great service, and amazing atmosphere. So many nooks-and-crannies in and out, and everyone liked the layout of the restaurant. We ate outside which was perfect for June. Appetizer Mushrooms were fabulous, many compliments from table. Roasted Lamb was popular and also Scallops well prepared. Great after-dinner drink menu and no-flour chocolate cake was decent. People in my group have eaten dinner all across the US and I can honestly say that this was one of the most unique, enjoyable nights they had in a long time. I will absolutely come back if in the area, and would highly recommend for any dinner. The hotel attached so may utilize hotel and restaurant for future endeavors when working in Ft Wayne area.
The restaurant consists of 4 beautifully appointed dining areas. The clubroom contains the bar and permits cigar smoking after 9 PM. The center Cafe has views of the open kitchen. The Conservatory is a glass enclosed dining area with views of the streetscape and patio courtyard. The Courtyard is open for outdoor dining, weather permitting.
The atmosphere is business casual. The restaurant is not appropriate for children. Joseph Decuis is a perfect spot for a romantic dinner for two or for a party of eight looking to experience fine dining in a beautiful atmosphere. You will not be disappointed. Reservations are recommended for weekends.
My wife and I went up to Joseph Decuis just for some midweek fun. It was truly a breath of fresh air. The food and the ambiance was amazing. I highly recommend the charcuterie board. Nothing beats house cured meats! Â After that, we both had the tomato bisque with fresh goat cheese. Delicious and fresh. Â For entrees, I had seared duck breast over assorted vegetables and it was very tasty. My wife had a salmon with beets and she was equally as pleased. Â Thank you chef Butts and staff for an excellent evening.
Review Source:Last night my wife, a friend, and I all tried JD for the first time. Â We drove about 2 hours from Indianapolis.
The short version: the food was an absolutely delightful experience, although the service falls short when compared with the caliber of the food and décor.  We will definitely go back. Â
The long version:
I called one week in advance and made the reservation for 7pm on Saturday. Â Since we arrived about 20 minutes early, we stopped at the JD Emporium and bought some wine. Â I asked the ladies at the emporium whether we could bring the wine next door and pay corkage, and while they were unsure they called next door to the restaurant to ask; the answer was "no", which was a little disappointing. Â
When making the reservation a week prior, I told the polite young lady on the other end of the call that the three of us would order the chef's tasting menu. Â When we arrived at the restaurant, I told the hostess again that we all would have the tasting menu as she was taking us to the table. Â
From there, it was at least 10-20 minutes before any wait staff approached us. Â We had just driven 2 hours and felt tired and very hungry, and my wife had a migraine starting in. Â (My wife thought it was 20 minutes, and I thought it was at least 10. Â The point is, when you're hungry and tired you do not like feeling ignored, and time seems to move along MUCH more slowly!) Â
Finally, a female server approached. Â I was hoping she'd begin by explaining a little about the cuisine or tonight's menu or at least welcome us or acknowledge that we'd been ignored for longer than we should have been. Â Instead, we recievd an expressionless and dispassionate, "What do you want to drink?". Â
I told her that we all wanted to the chef's menu and asked if she could tell us what was on the menu so that I could pick some wine from the wine list. Â Her response was something like, "I have no idea. Â Let me go find out". Â After I had told the restaurant twice that we wanted the chef's menu, the server's not knowing what was on the menu made me nervous and certainly did not inspire any confidence about the food to come. Â (The food ended up being pretty fantastic, but I was not expecting it at this point in the meal.) Â
I ordered the wine pairing with my meal, which was an extra $30, and got way more than my money's worth. Â The servers pour what appears to be a complete 4.5-ounce glass of wine with each course (except for the dessert wine). Â By the end of the meal, I was a little tipsy from all that wine. Â I was expecting 2-ounce pours and would have been content with that.
Here was the chef's tasting menu:
First Course - garden tomato ceviche with white sardines, manchego, red onion, and greens with a vinaigrette. Â The flavors were harmonious and delicious together. The dressing had a dash of jalapeno that really sparked the flavor in the sardine and the cheese. Â Paired with a Hogue dry Riesling from Washington. Â
Second Course - the foie gras (an extra $28 from the menu). Â Delicious, with a blueberry reduction sauce and served over something like glazed French toast. Â The problem was the temperature - mine was lukewarm. Â The second problem was the server thought we had only ordered one instead of two, so my friend's did not arrive for about 7-10 minutes later and after I had finished mine. Â He happily devoured it (and it was his first time trying foie gras) and said it was nice and hot. Â
Also, the server did not ask if I wanted any wine with my foie gras, and I had none because I had finished all but a few drops of my Riesling from the first course. Â Foie gras is one of those rich foods that just BEGS for wine with it. Â I would have gladly paid for a Sauternes or a dessert wine, but she didn't offer anything either before or after bringing the gras out. Â
Third Course - tempura squash blossom over a sand ball (sp?) aioli. Â This was the most interesting thing on the menu, but temperature was again a problem as mine came out hardly warm. Â Still, good balance with the fried veggie and spicy aioli. Â
Fourth course - monkfish filet with spinach fettucine and morel mushrooms. Â The fish was hot, meaty, and tasty, and the morels were wonderful. Â
Fifth course - sweetbreads with asparagus tips and morel mushrooms. Â This was good, although not my favorite of the night. Â I was thrilled to get more morels though. Â Paired perfectly with A to Z Pinot Noir. Â
Sixth Course - Wagyu beef skirt steak. Â The beef was sublime.
Seventh Course - dessert. Â It was some sort of rich caramel custard, paired with a 20-year Fonseca port. Â
The bottom line, it felt like 5-star ambience and 5-star food being delivered by 2 or 3-star service. Â Still, I will definitely go back!
True foodie's take note and GO... don't walk but RUN to Roanoke for perfection in food. I have had the pleasure to eat at Joseph Decuis numerous times and have not had a bad experience. Visit one was for a romantic dinner with my husband about 5 years ago. I have picture's I will share. Sit in the courtyard if you can. We had the pleasure of hearing a wonderful guitarist playing outside that night by the name of George Ogg, he recently passed away and it is a shame, he was very talented and made our evening all the more special. Hopefully when you experience Joseph Decuis you will have someone as talented to enhance your evening.
Upon arrival we were presented with customized menu's that wished us "Happy Anniversary" The food was amazing. I had the wagyu fillet and I will confess happily it was worth every penny, I still remember after all this time how good it was! On this trip my husband was so impressed with the meal that he ordered every dessert on the menu... He just could not decide on one. The wine list is so extensive that it is hard to believe that this restaurant is in small town USA! There is really something for everyone at every price point so don't be intimidated, and don't be shy to ask for the wine steward if you have questions.
Our next trip involved 2 other couples and lots of that wine I mentioned above, we were a bit obnoxious I am sorry to admit, but still treated with complete tolerance and respect.
I enjoyed sea bass on this visit and it was perfectly prepared with a macadamia nut crust and risotto. Everyone at our table raved about the food. Â Other visits have been just as lovely. Â The menu is seasonal and is really a true farm to fork experience. They do keep the website up to date unlike many restaurants, so check it out.
The first 2 visits we stayed at the bed and breakfast that the restaurant owns as we knew we would be drinking more than normal due to celebrating. Upon check in we were showed the kitchen and offered complementary soda's etc. We also had a platter of cheeses, veggies and fruits presented to us both times. The first time it was in our room. The next visit it was in the main living area, this was due to our party reserving the entire B&B.
The B&B is very affordable and lovely, you are welcomed to take you own cocktails if you plan on drinking before dinner as the B&B does not have a liquor license.
This is a road trip worth taking!
An amazing find in the middle of no-where Indiana!
If you are looking for an amazing food experience in Northern Indiana, similar to what you can find in a big city, then you just need to head to the small town of Roanoke. Â
This place offers fresh food that is seasoned and cooked to perfection. Â The service is excellent. Â
The only reason it doesn't get five stars from me, is I wasn't a fan of the atmosphere. Â This might just be the room we sat in, as I hear they have an amazing patio. Â This is an extremely laid back atmosphere, where you will see people in jeans and t-shirts sitting at tables with white linens, waiters in tuxedos and elegantly prepared dishes.
All in all I think this place could compete with some of the upscale restaurants I have been to in places like Chicago and Boston and hold its own.
We checked this place out while visiting my family in Indiana. It's by far the prettiest restaurant I've been to out there. The food is insanely fresh, and the dishes are well planned out. There is a huge wine selection and the martini list looks great. My appetizer was surprisingly spicy - so much so that I think it was a mistake. The waitress said it was ponzu, but I've never had ponzu that was spicy. It was a tomato ceviche that said nothing about heat in the description. The waitress also put in the wrong order for me - I asked for short ribs and I ended up with a fillet mignon. It was still really good, but it wasn't what I wanted. All in all, it was a delicious and elegant meal. The charcuterie appetizer was something truly different - house cured meats that were packed with flavor. Dessert was also really decadent and different.
Warning: your GPS may fritz out trying to find this place, so bring a backup printout!
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