
On February 3, 2026, at 1454 hours, the Fort Wayne Fire Department was dispatched to the Trolley Steaks and Seafood at 2898 East Dupont Road, Fort Wayne, Indiana.
FWFD Alarm Code: 704
Time of Alarm: 1454 hours
On Scene: 1158 hours
Under Control: 1510 hours
Firefighters arrived on the scene to find flames issuing from the roof, smoke throughout the restaurant, and a small fire around the griddle area. The fire was contained to the hood system and was quickly extinguished by crews.
A quick search of restaurant confirmed that all employees had evacuated.
The official cause is under investigation.
Fire Damage: Minor
Water Damage: Minor
Smoke Damage: Minor
Assisting the Fort Wayne Fire Department: the Fort Wayne Police Department, Three Rivers Ambulance Authority, the City of Fort Wayne’s Neighborhood Code Enforcement, the Allen County Department of Health, Allen County Building Department, NIPSCO, and Indiana Michigan Power.
This post is based on a Fort Wayne Fire Department incident report.