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Little Red Wasp

808 Main Street, Fort Worth, TX 76102, USA

(817) 877-3111

Little Red Wasp: Italian‑Inspired Bistro & Wine Bar in Fort Worth

Little Red Wasp offers a cozy, Italian‑inspired dining experience in Fort Worth, blending rustic European flavors with contemporary culinary creativity. Guests can explore the full menu, wine list, and special offerings on the official Little Red Wasp website. With its warm atmosphere, handcrafted dishes, and thoughtfully curated wine selection, Little Red Wasp delivers an inviting setting perfect for date nights, special occasions, or relaxed meals with friends and family.

The menu features a variety of flavorful Italian‑inspired dishes, including house‑made pastas, wood‑fired pizzas, seasonal entrées, and shareable appetizers crafted with fresh, high‑quality ingredients. Diners can enjoy rich sauces, tender proteins, and creative flavor combinations that highlight both classic Italian techniques and modern culinary touches. Complement your meal with a selection from the restaurant’s extensive wine list or enjoy handcrafted cocktails that pair beautifully with the menu.

For those exploring great dining options in Fort Worth, Little Red Wasp stands out as a destination for elevated Italian‑inspired cuisine in a relaxed yet refined setting. Its combination of rich flavors, attentive service, and memorable atmosphere makes it a favorite choice for both locals and visitors. You can also discover more Fort Worth restaurants on this Fort Worth restaurant guide.

Little Red Wasp

4.2

Based on 1885 reviews

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Katelyn Joy Moore

18:03 27 Oct 25

I wouldn’t say there was anything too unique or special about this place, but it was definitely really good! We enjoyed our brunch here! I recommend the bread platter with the various dips. Brunch was delicious.

We also tried the mimosa flight and we loved the flavor options. Being in downtown Fort Worth, it was definitely a bit of a hassle, and there are other places that I like equal or better that don’t require the hassle, but it was definitely delicious and worth stopping in!

R Hyatt

17:53 01 Oct 25

Cocktails were excellent.

Ordered fish and chips.... had it been prepared right it probably would have been excellent.... so burnt and greasy I could only choke 1 piece down...

***Update***
Manager came over and apologized, agreed that it not edible. Because I was on a time crunch he served me some meatballs over Polenta and it was absolutely awesome.

Karolyn Holloway

20:37 15 Sep 25

Decent restaurant in downtown Fort Worth. Was recommended via reddit so I had high expectations but the food was very fine for the price. Everything was delicious but not outstanding. We ordered the LRW brunch, the chicken sandwich, and the burger. The chicken sandwich was very good and so was the burger. Our server was very friendly and attentive.

Ashley Savage

16:37 12 Sep 25

We enjoyed our Brunch at Little Red Wasp!! I love that they have many, many Texas products that they use from salsa, pickles, & condiments, to local meat & produce. They also offer a great selection of Texas spirits, wine & Texas beer!! We started with brunch cocktails of Gin & Tonic and mimosas with both orange & pineapple juices. Then we had the Brisket Potstickers for an appetizer & they were delicious!! I can also recommend the deviled eggs as we have had them before!! For our entrees - we ordered the Breakfast Burger (served with house made chips) and Avacado Toast with Sunny Side Up Eggs. Everything was amazing!! We had no room for dessert but I'm sure anything you choose would be great as well!! Everything from atmosphere, service, & food were fantastic!! We will definitely return anytime we are in Downtown Fort Worth!!

Irene Eng

00:15 09 Jun 25

Will return for good service and foood.

High ceiling, brick walls, booths and tables. They were willing to change one tv to French Open tennis - thank you very much.

The only down side is - two tv monitors are bid small but again, this isn’t a sports bar and my aging eyes are on the decline.

We've Kale salad and Ruben - both are good.

Getting there at the tight time, it was only half full. By the time we almost done, it became full: the convention attendees are pouring in for their lunch. We would sit a little longer to watch Joao Fonesca's defeat of Pierre-Hugues Herbert, but when the girl came by, asking if we need anything, we asked for the bill. She said ok and then proceeded to take the cream and sugar away. The manager (?) told her not to do it quietly and she put them back - I appreciated this kind gesture - thank you.

Sab J

18:50 27 Apr 25

Food was mediocre for the price. I don’t like to eat eggs on my toast so I moved them to the side which revealed a super thin layer of avocado mash that more resembled guacamole than a nice avocado spread. You can get more avocado on toast at coffee shops for less $. The layer of ricotta was also super sparse as you can see in the photo. The sourdough toast was soggy and lacked integrity/crunch perhaps because it was sliced kind of thin compared to others I’m used to. The chicken on the chicken biscuit was probably the best thing we ate because it was hot, crispy, and had good flavor - the biscuit was underwhelming and the gravy was not hot - parts of the gravy came out warm and others were barely warm which made it congeal and get cold quite fast. The taste of the gravy also left something to be desired.

Nicole S

02:13 23 Mar 25

amazing food and drinks and even better service! don't skip on the brussel sprouts and elote street corn sides! Lindsay took excellent care of us and anytime we're in Fort Worth we'll definitely be back!

Amy Garcia

04:16 08 Mar 25

This food was incredible. I was a little unsure at first when I saw some of the prices but the quality as well as portion size made it worth every penny. I wish I had gotten our waitress’ name. She was so sweet and even helped with recommendations. Absolutely recommend this to anyone going downtown.

Christopher Mount

03:05 19 Feb 25

Little Red Wasp Review

Bad bar food at restaurant prices.

When looking for a nicer restaurant in Downtown Ft. Worth I found The Little Red Wasp. Based on prices and the look I was expecting a nicer downtown restaurant. After my experience I would say the food quality is about the level of bar food.

The first course was devilled eggs, where I started to see the lack of care from the kitchen. The eggs were falling apart due to the cuts made to them, and the pickles were haphazardly thrown on top and over the plate. The second course we ordered the chicken fried steak with green beans, and then my friend ordered halibut and chips with an extra side of mac & cheese. The green beans were not available, and the waiter asked if I’d like something else, I let the server know I’d do the Brussel sprouts would be fine but I probably wouldn't eat them.

When the chicken fried steak arrived, the Mac and cheese for my friend was on my chicken fried steak plate, and no Brussel sprouts. The chicken fried steak was, okay, although the plate was covered in excessive amounts of gravy, and the mashed potatoes were dry as if they had been sitting out all day. The halibut had been mixed in with the fries, this might have been to hide the fact that the batter was bad, or the color made them look like they’d been cooked in dirty oil. The fish was bland, the fries were basic bar fries, and the Mac and cheese was just abysmal.

The server was friendly, but it was somewhat awkward watching servers eating on the expo line and returning to work without washing their hands. When the bill was brought, the server made sure to tell us that they removed the Mac and cheese for the trouble of not having the green beans, which should have been removed as they had simply replaced my diner side with my friend’s extra side.
In summary, the food was hugely overpriced for what it was, based on these reviews (including pictures) it seems this was an exceptionally bad experience, where the kitchen staff seemed just not to care about the food. I’m not planning on returning to the restaurant and cannot recommend this place to anyone.

Jason Habel

22:37 13 Sep 24

I recently dined at Little Red Wasp, and let me tell you, the food is nothing short of amazing! Every dish we tried was a hit, but I have to highlight a few must-tries.

The whipped ricotta is a creamy delight that pairs perfectly with the accompanying bread. The deviled eggs were perfectly seasoned and so tasty that they disappeared quickly. The brisket potstickers were a game-changer—flavorful and perfectly crispy! And you absolutely can't miss the chip and dip with their house-made ranch; it's addictive!

On top of the delicious food, the atmosphere is super cute and inviting along with the pleasant staff, making it a great spot for a casual dinner or a special occasion. I highly recommend Little Red Wasp to anyone looking for a fantastic dining experience! I can't wait to go back and try more dishes!

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