Main course arrived just after cocktail. Wife's first course arrived before cocktail. Staff and management argumentative.
Laura Honsinger
Oddly enough, just read a one-star review of the same meal I just had. I went with the fixed price lunch option for $25. It was hard to choose, but I decided on the Pan Fried Dumplings appetizer to start. The three dumplings (ate one before taking a picture) were incredible and fresh, each ingredient worked well together but also stood out. The main course and side was the half Rueben sandwich & salad. The pastrami was DELIGHTFUL, the bread was clearly high quality, the sauerkraut was well-portioned, and the sauce was outstanding. Easily one of the best Ruebens I have ever had! And the side salad was delightful with crisp bibb lettuce, delightfully pickled and fresh veggies, and a lightly tart dressing that wasn’t overwhelming the quality vegetables and greens. Even the pickle on the side was surprisingly outstanding! After inquiring about the pickles being pickled in-house, I learned the owner’s mother is the genius behind them! Excellent service from Jack in a truly comfortable and welcoming environment. Forked on Main is a new go-to for me after this first experience, excited to bring friends and family here in the near future!
Jaruchan Palakawongs
Great food!
Nora Anderson
Fried oysters, steamed dumplings appetizers were good. Spinach salad, pimento cheese sandwich, turkey club and fried chicken sandwich were delicious.
Carol F
Interesting decor and location with delicious food and drinks.
Jason Long
Best burger I think I've ever had. Great place, if you are in the area then you must stop by.
Jon C
Overall not bad. Nice place with live music. Had some issues with the server giving incorrect information on the specials and deserts. Food prices seemed a high for what you actually get.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 3
Service: 3
Bridget Ramo Joyce
Haven't been in a while, but they have wonderful food and a fantastic staff. Update from Nov 2024: Still really great! I went for a quick work lunch and had an amazing meal. The rest of my team loved the food as well.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Nelson Ramirez
A lot of love and care was put into this place, the ambience is great, beautiful decorations, great menu, Great wine selection, we went in with no expectations and as soon as walked in we realize it was a fantastic choice. If you are in town, don’t miss this place.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Daniel Bushey
Forked on Main has been a favorite of mine over the past year, as I just moved down here about a year ago from Washington, DC. The staff and management have always been welcoming and courteous, and the food consistently good. They are also a great recommendation for a good place to dine during the earlier parts of the week, when many other area restaurants are closed.
Nothing but wonderful things to say about this restaurant! The food is great, the service is warm, and the atmosphere is inviting. Whether you're a local or simply visting the area, I would absolutely recommend this place!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Mary Ellen Jobczynski
DO NOT GO HERE! What an awful experience- my local B&B host thought this might be a good recommendation for me to host my friends for my birthday dinner/ holiday dinner before our departure from Orange. I exchanged 27 * TWENTY SEVEN* messages with the owner, Stephanie, on the menu, the set up, payment etc. - it was HORRIBLE! This is the email I sent to her after our experience, was AWFUL!
I do not know what is worse, the fact that you embarrassed XX on such an unbelievable level or that you royally screwed me, my time, my money, my desire to show my friends an extraordinary evening- you should be ashamed on all levels. So much for the comfy couch private-like experience, you did not even have our table set up upon our arrival. We had to wait for " 2 tables to be put together" Your staff handed us menus- why? I had pre- arranged a defined menu with you ( 27 messages on this) We sat at the table for 8 minutes before anyone even offered us water, you only had 4 other tables in the entire restaurant being serviced. Then we were asked if we wanted anything to drink, AGAIN this was PRE-ARRANGED WITH YOU! Despite endless messages about having a celiac person in the group, you did NOTHING to ensure their safety in eating the food suggested. ONLY after almost finishing our soup did your waitress notify us that there was in fact FLOUR in the soup. WHY WHY WHY?????????????!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Shame on you. You literally risked someone's life. Then to make it worse, your waitress had nothing else to offer my friend. She literally handed her a menu and told her to pick something out herself AND THEN had the audacity to tell me from ACROSS the table that I would need to pay for anything different. WHAT??????????????????????????? - insert raging anger at this point. And if that is not bad enough, the same waitress also told me in front of all of my friends that I would still need to pay for 6 people despite there only being 5 of us. HOW MANY TIMES DID I ASK YOU IN OUR 27 MESSAGE EXCHANGE THAT I WANTED THIS BILL TO BE SETTLED WITHOUT ANY OF MY FRIENDS KNOWING?!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! TOO MANY, and yet that was not just ignored but every penny of the cost was discussed out loud by your waitress. AND then the Celiac person chooses brussel sprouts, it is noted as being Gluten Free and yet your waitress tells her she cannot guarantee that there is not cross contamination. WHAT? How did you manage to get a business license really? Apparently you are in the business of potentially killing someone.
WHAT AN ABSOLUTELY HORRIFIC EXPERIENCE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!SHAME ON YOU and how dare you treat a fellow small business who went out of their way to recommend you, in such a manner.
Dietary restrictions: IGNORED THE CELIAC REQUEST!!!! UNBELIVEABLE
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
Mary Ellen Jobczynski
DO NOT GO HERE!
What an awful experience- my local B&B host thought this might be a good recommendation for me to host my friends for my birthday dinner/ holiday dinner before our departure from Orange. I exchanged 27 * TWENTY SEVEN* messages with the owner, Stephanie, on the menu, the set up, payment etc. - it was HORRIBLE! This is the email I sent to her after our experience, was AWFUL!
I do not know what is worse, the fact that you embarrassed XX on such an unbelievable level or that you royally screwed me, my time, my money, my desire to show my friends an extraordinary evening- you should be ashamed on all levels.
So much for the comfy couch private-like experience, you did not even have our table set up upon our arrival. We had to wait for " 2 tables to be put together" Your staff handed us menus- why? I had pre- arranged a defined menu with you ( 27 messages on this) We sat at the table for 8 minutes before anyone even offered us water, you only had 4 other tables in the entire restaurant being serviced. Then we were asked if we wanted anything to drink, AGAIN this was PRE-ARRANGED WITH YOU!
Despite endless messages about having a celiac person in the group, you did NOTHING to ensure their safety in eating the food suggested. ONLY after almost finishing our soup did your waitress notify us that there was in fact FLOUR in the soup. WHY WHY WHY?????????????!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Shame on you. You literally risked someone's life.
Then to make it worse, your waitress had nothing else to offer my friend. She literally handed her a menu and told her to pick something out herself AND THEN had the audacity to tell me from ACROSS the table that I would need to pay for anything different. WHAT??????????????????????????? - insert raging anger at this point. And if that is not bad enough, the same waitress also told me in front of all of my friends that I would still need to pay for 6 people despite there only being 5 of us. HOW MANY TIMES DID I ASK YOU IN OUR 27 MESSAGE EXCHANGE THAT I WANTED THIS BILL TO BE SETTLED WITHOUT ANY OF MY FRIENDS KNOWING?!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! TOO MANY, and yet that was not just ignored but every penny of the cost was discussed out loud by your waitress.
AND then the Celiac person chooses brussel sprouts, it is noted as being Gluten Free and yet your waitress tells her she cannot guarantee that there is not cross contamination. WHAT? How did you manage to get a business license really? Apparently you are in the business of potentially killing someone.
WHAT AN ABSOLUTELY HORRIFIC EXPERIENCE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!SHAME ON YOU and how dare you treat a fellow small business who went out of their way to recommend you, in such a manner.
Dietary restrictions: IGNORED THE CELIAC REQUEST!!!! UNBELIVEABLE
Bev Keeler
Food was amazing
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Grilled Chicken Sandwich, Sandwich and Fries
Lisa Sasser
Food was room temp at best. Maybe had been sitting a awhile. Service very slow but not busy.
Main course arrived just after
cocktail. Wife's first course arrived before cocktail. Staff and management argumentative.
Oddly enough, just read a one-star review of the same meal I just had. I went with the fixed price lunch option for $25. It was hard to choose, but I decided on the Pan Fried Dumplings appetizer to start. The three dumplings (ate one before taking a picture) were incredible and fresh, each ingredient worked well together but also stood out. The main course and side was the half Rueben sandwich & salad. The pastrami was DELIGHTFUL, the bread was clearly high quality, the sauerkraut was well-portioned, and the sauce was outstanding. Easily one of the best Ruebens I have ever had! And the side salad was delightful with crisp bibb lettuce, delightfully pickled and fresh veggies, and a lightly tart dressing that wasn’t overwhelming the quality vegetables and greens. Even the pickle on the side was surprisingly outstanding! After inquiring about the pickles being pickled in-house, I learned the owner’s mother is the genius behind them! Excellent service from Jack in a truly comfortable and welcoming environment. Forked on Main is a new go-to for me after this first experience, excited to bring friends and family here in the near future!
Great food!
Fried oysters, steamed dumplings appetizers were good. Spinach salad, pimento cheese sandwich, turkey club and fried chicken sandwich were delicious.
Interesting decor and location with delicious food and drinks.
Best burger I think I've ever had. Great place, if you are in the area then you must stop by.
Overall not bad. Nice place with live music. Had some issues with the server giving incorrect information on the specials and deserts. Food prices seemed a high for what you actually get.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 3
Service: 3
Haven't been in a while, but they have wonderful food and a fantastic staff.
Update from Nov 2024: Still really great! I went for a quick work lunch and had an amazing meal. The rest of my team loved the food as well.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
A lot of love and care was put into this place, the ambience is great, beautiful decorations, great menu, Great wine selection, we went in with no expectations and as soon as walked in we realize it was a fantastic choice. If you are in town, don’t miss this place.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Forked on Main has been a favorite of mine over the past year, as I just moved down here about a year ago from Washington, DC. The staff and management have always been welcoming and courteous, and the food consistently good. They are also a great recommendation for a good place to dine during the earlier parts of the week, when many other area restaurants are closed.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Restaurantji Recommends
Nothing but wonderful things to say about this restaurant! The food is great, the service is warm, and the atmosphere is inviting. Whether you're a local or simply visting the area, I would absolutely recommend this place!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
DO NOT GO HERE!
What an awful experience- my local B&B host thought this might be a good recommendation for me to host my friends for my birthday dinner/ holiday dinner before our departure from Orange. I exchanged 27 * TWENTY SEVEN* messages with the owner, Stephanie, on the menu, the set up, payment etc. - it was HORRIBLE! This is the email I sent to her after our experience, was AWFUL!
I do not know what is worse, the fact that you embarrassed XX on such an unbelievable level or that you royally screwed me, my time, my money, my desire to show my friends an extraordinary evening- you should be ashamed on all levels.
So much for the comfy couch private-like experience, you did not even have our table set up upon our arrival. We had to wait for " 2 tables to be put together" Your staff handed us menus- why? I had pre- arranged a defined menu with you ( 27 messages on this) We sat at the table for 8 minutes before anyone even offered us water, you only had 4 other tables in the entire restaurant being serviced. Then we were asked if we wanted anything to drink, AGAIN this was PRE-ARRANGED WITH YOU!
Despite endless messages about having a celiac person in the group, you did NOTHING to ensure their safety in eating the food suggested. ONLY after almost finishing our soup did your waitress notify us that there was in fact FLOUR in the soup. WHY WHY WHY?????????????!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Shame on you. You literally risked someone's life.
Then to make it worse, your waitress had nothing else to offer my friend. She literally handed her a menu and told her to pick something out herself AND THEN had the audacity to tell me from ACROSS the table that I would need to pay for anything different. WHAT??????????????????????????? - insert raging anger at this point. And if that is not bad enough, the same waitress also told me in front of all of my friends that I would still need to pay for 6 people despite there only being 5 of us. HOW MANY TIMES DID I ASK YOU IN OUR 27 MESSAGE EXCHANGE THAT I WANTED THIS BILL TO BE SETTLED WITHOUT ANY OF MY FRIENDS KNOWING?!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! TOO MANY, and yet that was not just ignored but every penny of the cost was discussed out loud by your waitress.
AND then the Celiac person chooses brussel sprouts, it is noted as being Gluten Free and yet your waitress tells her she cannot guarantee that there is not cross contamination. WHAT? How did you manage to get a business license really? Apparently you are in the business of potentially killing someone.
WHAT AN ABSOLUTELY HORRIFIC EXPERIENCE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!SHAME ON YOU and how dare you treat a fellow small business who went out of their way to recommend you, in such a manner.
Dietary restrictions: IGNORED THE CELIAC REQUEST!!!! UNBELIVEABLE
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
DO NOT GO HERE! What an awful experience- my local B&B host thought this might be a good recommendation for me to host my friends for my birthday dinner/ holiday dinner before our departure from Orange. I exchanged 27 * TWENTY SEVEN* messages with the owner, Stephanie, on the menu, the set up, payment etc. - it was HORRIBLE! This is the email I sent to her after our experience, was AWFUL! I do not know what is worse, the fact that you embarrassed XX on such an unbelievable level or that you royally screwed me, my time, my money, my desire to show my friends an extraordinary evening- you should be ashamed on all levels. So much for the comfy couch private-like experience, you did not even have our table set up upon our arrival. We had to wait for " 2 tables to be put together" Your staff handed us menus- why? I had pre- arranged a defined menu with you ( 27 messages on this) We sat at the table for 8 minutes before anyone even offered us water, you only had 4 other tables in the entire restaurant being serviced. Then we were asked if we wanted anything to drink, AGAIN this was PRE-ARRANGED WITH YOU! Despite endless messages about having a celiac person in the group, you did NOTHING to ensure their safety in eating the food suggested. ONLY after almost finishing our soup did your waitress notify us that there was in fact FLOUR in the soup. WHY WHY WHY?????????????!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Shame on you. You literally risked someone's life. Then to make it worse, your waitress had nothing else to offer my friend. She literally handed her a menu and told her to pick something out herself AND THEN had the audacity to tell me from ACROSS the table that I would need to pay for anything different. WHAT??????????????????????????? - insert raging anger at this point. And if that is not bad enough, the same waitress also told me in front of all of my friends that I would still need to pay for 6 people despite there only being 5 of us. HOW MANY TIMES DID I ASK YOU IN OUR 27 MESSAGE EXCHANGE THAT I WANTED THIS BILL TO BE SETTLED WITHOUT ANY OF MY FRIENDS KNOWING?!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! TOO MANY, and yet that was not just ignored but every penny of the cost was discussed out loud by your waitress. AND then the Celiac person chooses brussel sprouts, it is noted as being Gluten Free and yet your waitress tells her she cannot guarantee that there is not cross contamination. WHAT? How did you manage to get a business license really? Apparently you are in the business of potentially killing someone. WHAT AN ABSOLUTELY HORRIFIC EXPERIENCE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!SHAME ON YOU and how dare you treat a fellow small business who went out of their way to recommend you, in such a manner. Dietary restrictions: IGNORED THE CELIAC REQUEST!!!! UNBELIVEABLE
Food was amazing
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Grilled Chicken Sandwich, Sandwich and Fries
Food was room temp at best. Maybe had been sitting a awhile. Service very slow but not busy.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 1
Service: 1
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