FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WANE) – The new tenant of a longtime pizza joint downtown is reopening the space this summer with a menu inspired by both his childhood in Fort Wayne and his Michelin-star experience elsewhere.
Marcus Daniel is the chef and owner of Bridgeport, which is taking over what was known for nearly two decades as 816 Pint & Slice. Daniel said in an interview with WANE 15 on Wednesday that his restaurant would open its doors at 816 Calhoun St. this summer.
Daniel said he wants the atmosphere to be reminiscent of family-style dining. That means the space will be able to hold tables of eight to 12 people, encouraging loved ones to spend time being present with one another and having conversations over a meal…