Bibibop opening shop on Dupont Road

Off the Eaten Path also reports on Just Cream fundraiser; Jerome Bettis at Grand Wayne

Bibibop Asian Grill is in the process of opening a location on East Dupont Road.

Dean Jackson

Whatzup Features Writer

Published April 2, 2025

Bibibop Asian Grill, a fast-casual restaurant known for its customizable Asian-inspired bowls, will open its first Fort Wayne location at 4500 E. Dupont Road in the new Wood Creek Commons strip mall.

Guests can create their bowls by selecting a base such as rice, salad, or noodles, adding a protein like grilled steak, chicken, or tofu, and topping it with fresh vegetables and sauces.

All meals are gluten-free and custom-made.

Headquartered in Columbus, Ohio, Bibibop has more than 70 locations across nine states.

An official opening date has not been announced yet.

You can find updates on their website at bibibop.com.

Help Just Cream raise money for appliance

Just Cream Ice Cream Boutique, 338 E. Dupont Road, is hosting a fundraising raffle to replace a critical ice cream case.

“This year has been incredibly challenging for us,” a post on their Facebook page reads. “Unfortunately, over the last year we have spent thousands of dollars trying to repair one of our cases, only to find out that it was unfixable. This loss has put a significant strain on us, and we need your help.”

Entering its ninth season, the shop aims to raise $5,000 by May 1. The raffle is also being used instead of needing to raise prices.

Every raffle ticket allows participants to win one of five prizes, with the grand prize being free ice cream for a year — one scoop per week for 52 weeks — with a VIP ice cream party for up to 10 guests and a custom merchandise bundle.

Additional prizes include gift cards, personalized sundae kits, the opportunity to create a limited-edition flavor, and ice cream gift sets.

For more details, go to their Facebook page.

Jerome Bettis helps Big Brothers Big Sisters

NFL and Notre Dame great Jerome Bettis will headline the 52nd annual Gourmet Dinner hosted by Big Brothers Big Sisters of Northeast Indiana.

Scheduled for May 13, at Grand Wayne Convention Center, the evening begins with a reception at 6 p.m., followed by dinner at 6:45 p.m.

Bettis, an NFL Hall of Famer and Super Bowl champion with the Pittsburgh Steelers, will deliver an inspiring keynote speech.

Guests will enjoy a multi-course meal, an awards ceremony, and activities to raise funds and awareness for the organization’s mission.

Proceeds directly support mentoring programs that empower children through impactful relationships.

Tickets start at $400.

For further information, go to BBBSNEI.org/events.

Maine Lobster food truck visits Summit City

Cousins Maine Lobster, a company featured on Shark Tank, is bringing its food truck to Fort Wayne for two stops.

On Thursday, April 10, from noon-8 p.m., they will be at Menards, 5511 Meijer Drive, near State Road 37 and Interstate 469. On Saturday, May 17, from 11 a.m.-8 p.m., it will appear at Fortlandia Brewing, 1010 Spring St.

Specializing in fresh, sustainable Maine lobster dishes, the truck’s menu includes lobster rolls, tacos, quesadillas, lobster bisque, clam chowder, and even sweet treats like whoopie pies.

Another Biggby Coffee opening soon

Biggby Coffee is expanding with a fourth location opening soon at 8605 Bluffton Road by Airport Expressway.

Fort Wayne’s existing locations include 6568 E. State Blvd, 5917 Illinois Road, and 1505-A W. Dupont Road.

Draft Taproom celebrates with block party

Draft Taproom & Coffee, 1833 N. Wells St., will celebrate its second anniversary with a block party Saturday, April 19, from 2-6 p.m.

The party will have a clothing swap, local vendors, and food and drink specials, including craft beer, wine, coffee, and pizza. To top it off, live music will carry the party well into the evening.