The food and service was simply amazing. I highly recommend and already planning our next visit. Don't wait - make your reservation today !! read more

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Came to Fork! For date night. The ambience is intimate at night with candlelight and dim lighting. The menu is all ala cart and changes daily. They have a semi consisten menu that stays throughout the year. The restaurant is farm to table which makes the menu fresh and delicious. The menu is also ala-cart which means all their dishes don't come with sides but there is a range of different sides and small plates to choose from. We ordered a salad that came with apples and goat cheese with a vinaigrette, goat cheese Mac and cheese, duck wings, short rib dumplings, short rib, and Parmesan fries. The food was delicious and savory! We enjoyed every bite. The short rib dumplings were out favorite--there are 3 in an order and perfect for sharing. Our second favorite was the goat cheese Mac and cheese. It was savory with a crispy top. We enjoyed all of the dishes and the service was impeccable and friendly. They took the time to explain everything and were patient with us! read more

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BRUNCH wins the show at FORK! We love dinner too, but we LOVE LOVE LOVE brunch. They change up the menu every so often, adding new items to love. My absolute favorite is their ham & pesto benedict (which isn't on the menu anymore, ***bring it back!!). Hubs loves the prosciutto & crab benedict. Their french toast is pretty amazing with the perfect balance of bread, marscapone & berries. Lovely beverages too. Dinner is a very different experience but one that is enjoyable with friends or an intimate date night out. read more

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Great Sunday Brunch We've been to Fork! before but never for the Sunday Brunch. Our loss because it was great. Generally packed so we took the step of placing an on line reservation which while not necessary, did help for immediate seating when we showed up at the appointed 11:45 time. Very creative menu and my wife settled on a Crab and Proscuitto Benedict while I had the more tradional steak 9tenderloin) and eggs along with a side of Hashbrowns and Toast. Both were excellent. Very well prepared and the presentation was excellent. Coffee was outstanding as well. Service was excellent and while a bit small, it reminds me of some of the small restaurants in Biloxi or Key West that I so love. Only advise is that parking is limited so come early to find a good spot read more

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I have visited every restaurant in this location in the last four years, and Fork is inarguably the best. The food is upscale - carefully prepared and made with the expertise of a chef who knows what he is doing. We sat on the porch and while we didn't enjoy the pop music they had playing somewhat loudly, we enjoyed just about everything else. You will have to resign yourself to paying separately for your sides. That makes their prices a bit on the high end if you like to have a side with your entree, but the food is really good. I do wish they had offered bread to start, as most restaurants of this caliber do. My hubby started with the feta salad, served warm with olive oil, olives, and toast. He enjoyed it very much. I had the scallops for my entree. Here's what is interesting about their menu - the meat dishes come prepared at the chef's selection, but the seafood dishes come with several sauce options. I chose the basil, butter, and shallot preparation, which was really good with the scallops. I also had the kale/bean side, which was a reasonable $3.50 and had incredible flavor. My hubby had the lamb, served with an olive tepanade. He said it was the BEST lamb he has ever had. Boneless, the lamb was perfectly medium rare, and had a ton of flavor. His spinach side was a bit of a smaller portion than mine, and wasn't as tasty. Service is upscale and matches the quality of the food. Our server was knowledgable about the menu and attentive. We will most definitely be back! read more

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Not quite what we were expecting. The ambience is nice, the service is really good, the menu features local and in season meals/ingredients which is great. They source the beef from one of my favorite farms in the area - Mills Family Farms. The dishes were decent sized and priced as any other fine dining restaurants in the area. Nothing absurdly expensive but priced right. The wine list is really interesting and the server was great in suggesting the pairings. She allowed us to taste several ones and the tastes were very generous portions. The food was very well presented but the temperature was not right. I have to say that this was probably the only restaurant I have ordered a Hanger Steak that hasn't burned it. You order one at BLT Steak in uptown and it is burnt and extremely seasoned. The Hanger Steak here at fork has flavor and it is perfectly cooked. The duck was good as well but again the temperature was a big disappointment. The side risotto was just okay, we were expecting a lot more. All in all it is a okay place, for this price I would go somewhere else. If you are spending over $100 in a dinner you expect high standards. We got great dishes but temperature was a big turn off. read more

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Delicious ! My friends brought me here for brunch and I had the crab & prosciutto eggs Benedict with mustard seed hollandaise sauce. My friend had the biscuits and gravy and her husband as well as mine had the chicken and waffles. I took a bite of each, all of it was delicious. I definitely recommend, at least for brunch. Hopefully next time we can go for dinner. read more

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First time, date night. No reservations so we sat in the bar area, which is small and super cute. Brandy the bartender was our server. Perfectionist at her special concoctions. My husband said that it was the best Manhattan he had ever had. The special made Jalapeñ-Yo Business was spicy goodness. She was a busy lady, yet super sweet & attentive as she could be. It was actually a lot of fun to sit by the bar and watch her make the drinks. Food Truffle oil deviled eggs, interesting and savory Lamb shank, tender Roasted Cailiflower was a small portion but very good flavor Calamari, salty but tender smaller potion for $10 Veggie risotto , good but could have used goat or parm. Cheese We would definitely come back and try this Sunday brunch. read more

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Our meal was forking good! We arrived on a Friday night, after 6pm. We weren't sure if they were open because the inside of this cozy restaurant looked dark from the outside. As we got closer, we could see people moving through the window, so we proceeded. Parking is available behind the restaurant. The old house the restaurant took the place of is adorable. You can tell it's been preserved through the years. Although they have updated it, they have managed to keep its charm. It also has a nice, romantic ambiance. We didn't have reservations, but were seated immediately. The place was busy, but not full. The host was friendly. Our server was Toni. She too, was friendly. She was also knowledgeable and helpful throughout the entire meal. She made great suggestions. Started with drinks. I told Toni I like sweet wines, but even their sweetest wine wasn't sweet enough for me. She suggested a fruity drink. The name started with "Winter." I failed to take a picture of the seasonal drink menu. It was strong yet sweet. It was composed of rum, prosecco and cherry juice. I enjoyed it. My SO ordered a Boulevardier and was pleased with how it turned out. He ordered a second one halfway through the meal. We tried: North Carolina Cheese Plate - $9 Pickled Beet & Romaine Salad - $8.5 Oven Roasted Mahi with Caper Aioli on the side - $21 Pan Seared Sheepshead with Orange Herb Vinaigrette - $22 Roasted Celery Root - $4.5 Roasted Red Turnips - $4 Risotto (broccoli, baby carrots, kale) - $4.50 Goat Cheese Mac & Cheese - $7.50 Chocolate Oblivion, white chocolate crumble - $6 Vanilla Pot de Crème - $6 Cheese plate was good. It came with three different kinds of cheese. We liked the local jam that it came with. It must have been apple butter. I didn't try the beet salad, but my SO seemed to enjoy it. He finished it. The ingredients looked fresh. The mahi and sheepshead were excellent! Cooked to perfection and flavored well. I'm not usually a fan of orange flavored sauces, but my SO ordered the orange herb vinaigrette with his sheepshead and I must admit, the flavors went great together. My mahi was thick. Cooked through, but opaque in the center. It had great flavor even without the aioli. I only used a little bit. I've always wanted to try a goat cheese mac and theirs did not disappoint. It was creamy, but not heavy and tastes just like what you would expect a goat cheese mac to taste like. The risotto on the other hand was a bit disappointing. Our server, Toni sold us on it. She was very confident we would like it, but it turned out being one of our least favorites during the meal. The texture was fine, the rice was cooked al dente. However, it wasn't creamy enough and the flavor was lacking. I don't doubt the other daily risottos are as amazing as she claims. The roasted turnips were hidden under a pile of mustard greens. They were delicious. I didn't think any of the sides could top the main dish, but the roasted celery root proved me wrong! It was ahhhmazing! I would come back over and over just for a bowl of roasted celery root. It came with a horseradish bread crumb and a delightful sauce. I couldn't get over how good it was. I talked about the dish the next day. My mouth is watering as I type this. For dessert, we tried the chocolate oblivion and the vanilla pot de crème. The chocolate oblivion was very rich. It reminded us of chocolate fudge. Not what I expected, but it satisfied our sweet tooth. The vanilla pot de crème was, as the name implies, creamy. It was light and not too sweet. I combined both desserts and liked them better together. Our total came to $130+. A bit pricey for two people, but the food was fresh and delicious. Plus, everything is à la cart. They are advertised as a farm to table restaurant. They even give credit to the farms and farmers they use on their menu. Service was great from start to finish. We will definitely return. read more

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Great old house with some well prepared dishes. The lamb shank was excellent. Seemed very similar to lamb shanks supplied to other restaurants I've eaten at around US - did not strike me as very "farm to table" but I could be wrong there. Billed as a "farm-to-table" place yet the menu was not as 'local' of a personality as I'd hoped. Farm raised Atlantic Salmon from "off the coast" and Scottish salmon were a huge bit of a reach also. The risotto wasn't as deep and slow/Long cooked as authentic Italian risottos are, but heck! most restaurants cheat on their risotto here in the US. Good quality rice, a bit too al dente gave away the shortcut. But it was kind of bland. I dumped my lamb shank sauce in it to jazz it up. The greens, mushrooms and 'trail mix' dish was too salty. Way! I still feel the salt as I write this, despite drinking two pints of water. The evening was nice. The patio is great. A friend of mine from Sant Barbara CA recommended this place and I had higher hopes. read more

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I heard their brunch was poppin'! However, I'd have to say you can't go wrong with their dinner either. Everything is farm fresh, they use herb from the garden in the back. I had a view of the Chefs kitchen from my table and I could see the passion in each prepared dish. I love that the daily special varies so you may not have the same thing twice unless it's on their main menu. For our entrees, we tried the Soft Crab, Walu, and Scallops. I can't tell you which we loved most because we enjoyed them all! We were eating on one another's plates by the end of dinner. For a party of 5, our total was approx. $150-189. The quality and bill aligned appropriately. Perfect place for an intimate setting. You're inside a cute quaint Craftsman home. Parking is tight around back. I'd recommend parking next door if you're arriving for dinner or Sunday brunch. read more

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I splurged and took my Mother there for dinner 'pre Mother's Day' celebration. The food was excellent and great service too! We loved the ambience of the restaurant. I visited from California and love the small town. I can't wait to dine here again! read more

Such a quaint place. A beautifully restored home is a perfect setting to meet a friend for drinks and dinner. I had read all of the rave reviews for this place and I've been meaning to get here for some time now. Here are the positives: beautiful setting, outstanding customer service, delicious food. Negatives: parking is limited, tables are too close together (so don't expect to have intimate conversation); everything is a la carte - so it can be expensive in the end. Our server, Brandon (or Brenden?) was attentive and charming. He's the only person we interacted with. I ordered the braised lamb shank. It fell off the bone. It was delicious. I also ordered the pork dumplings and the goat Mac and Cheese. They were just ok to me. The Mac and Cheese was bland and I don't understand all of the raves about the pork dumplings - they were just ok. I would definitely like to return in order to try other things on the menu. read more

This was my first time for dinner though I've been for cocktails and brunch. The cocktails are really good and I Suggest having one on the front porch if you haven't. I just wasn't overly impressed with dinner. I appreciate that they use local farms and change the menu daily, but there's just not that much to choose from on the menu. Secondly, the portions are VERY small for the price you pay. They have $30 entrees that wouldn't even be enough for a kid to eat. The food is good tasting, but for the reasons listed above, not 5 star quality. Service was good. I will recommend the lobster or goat mac n cheese as a side! read more

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Best brunch in the Lake Norman area. Not there is that much competition. It is a quaint little restaurant nestled in an old house on highway 115. There isn't a whole lot of room inside, so the tables are packed pretty tight. Knowing this, we went ahead and made reservations, just in case. First off we got the house made mozzarella ball, with pesto and cherry tomatoes. It is only available at Sunday brunch. Great fresh mozzarella. A little peppery arugula too top it off. When it came down to actually ordering, me and my date both wanted a benedict. And since there were 2 of them, we just decided to get both and split em. I got the crab meat with prosciutto. I made the right choice. With a super citrusy hollandaise to brighten up the whole dish, I was impressed. At $9, it was a steal. My counterpart ordered the other benedict with asparagus and goat cheese. Both were borderline too rich, but both still very much worth the price. Add a couple mimosa's to that and I'd call that a great brunch. Bottom line: I'll be back, probably many times. read more

I have been hoping that this location would become a farm to table for a while - so happy someone finally did it! Arrived around 430. We had our pick of seating outside. Everything appeared to be clean and tidy. The staff were very friendly but the greeting and seating situation was a little disorganized - too many people involved. The menu was a little confusing in that you have to choose which sauce you want with your meat (also made me twitch a bit because it was reminiscent of the ordering at this location when it was meatballs on main -- rest assured, this was the only a remote similarity). I wish they had more descriptions about their dishes -- its hard to soak in a description from the server and really decide. We started with a gnocchi appetizer, eggplant/tomato/mozzarella appetizer and spring rolls. They were all quality. Would probably get spring rolls again. The eggplant had a pretty presentation, a bit heavy on the EVOO a bit of balsamic would have been nice. We ordered two entrees, flounder and beef tenderloin medallions. The flounder had a good taste, slightly dry but didn't make the dish bad. The tenderloin had a fig sauce, it was robust but not too sweet. For sides, risotto and mashed potatoes, they were both good. I wasn't crazy how they served them in separate bowls from the entree (too many plates on the table). For dessert, we ordered the bread pudding. It was flavorful and had a wonderfully fluffy, yet dense texture -- and not too sweet. We also ordered coffee and they were right on it -- wasn't a situation like, "it's early" or "we just opened last week and we aren't setup for that" or something --- it was seamless. We were also happy to see a couple of our favorite farms on the list. I am very tired of eating factory food when we go out to eat. It's great to have a fresh, laid back option when I don't feel like cooking! Happy y'all are here :-) we will be back. read more

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We went for Father's Day brunch and I wasn't sure what to expect. I had made a reservation in advance since we had a large party. My original reservation was for 6 although we needed to add another spot. The hostess, who called to confirm, assured me it would be no problem to add another chair to the head of the table. Upon arriving, it wasn't very crowded at all and we were promptly seated. The service was good but not extraordinary. The food was very good. I was, however, disappointed that our food didn't come to the table at the same time. There was a pretty substantial delay between meals being delivered. My son was almost finished eating by the time my food came. Overall I would definitely return to give it another try. read more

Went to fork for maybe the 5th time or so, since I live in Cornelius. We were out with another couple and arrived for our 8:00 reservation on a Saturday evening. The service was great. At about 10:00, the server came over to us an told us that she apologizes, but she had been asked to close the check so that she could be cut...no problem. We still had some drinks that were pretty full and we didn't need to order anything else, so we were chatting and finishing our drinks. At 10:30, the manager comes over to our table and tells us that we need to wrap up and leave. Wait...what?!?! One of us still had a half glass of wine and it was a Saturday. Not to mention, our bill was over $300...so it wasn't like we weren't bringing them some business. We obliged, but I wasn't happy about it. We did leave without incident though, as I didn't want to make the others feel awkward. I have NEVER been asked to leave a restaurant...that isn't the nature of the business. Fork!, you are on our time when we are there, that is the nature of the business. To top it off, got home and took a better look at the bill...They charged me $2.00 for the ice in each of our Basil Hayden bourbons...all six of them ($12.00) for ice! It wasn't any kind of sphere or purified ice...just ice! WTH? Another first for me! That being said, the food was good that night, but they were out of a lot of the dishes (as is the norm) and I would avoid the duck breast (very dry.) All in all...I will probably look elsewhere in the future for my higher end meals in town...which is too bad. read more

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My wife and I recently came by for Sunday brunch on our anniversary. I must say that this place is top notch. The ambiance is inviting, and the wait staff is accommodating. I would highly recommend a cocktail. The Moscow mules are insane. They make their own vodka in-house (it's infused with pineapple and jalepeno). The food is also excellent and well-crafted. My only complaint is how close the tables are. It gets a little loud. Regardless, this is great place to visit. read more

I've visited Fork a handful of times and have always had a very consistent experience... it is just okay. I have attended a few times for lunch and, honestly, couldn't tell you what I ate. It was fine but left me a little disappointed. Although, I did have the bread pudding they had at the time and it was amazing. Went for brunch, hoping for a better experience and was still just okay. My wife got the chicken/waffle sandwich. The chicken was good but the waffle wasn't flavorful. I ate the prosciutto and crab benedict. Small plate and, again, really not much flavor on the plate. I have had a few dishes from their catered menu recently as well that tasted better than the regular menu items. Fork gets decent reviews in the area so I would suggest anyone test it out for themselves. read more

Came for brunch - was sat on the front porch. Absolutely amazing atmosphere. Very unique. Food is farm fresh and intriguing. Will return for dinner service some time! read more

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It's honestly probably as good as it gets in Cornelius. When they say 'farm to table' they literally mean it... there is a garden in the back with some of the herbs and greens they serve at he restaurant. The restaurant is situated in a house, so the tables are separated by rooms which makes it very intimate. The service was good and our server was knowledgeable. The food, they have a few staples that are in the menu permanently, but the majority of the dishes change frequently due to what's in season or what the chef is able to get for the day. I had a soft shell crab which was very good. Next time (and there will be a next time) the lamb shank looked very good as well. The best part of the meal were the fresh sides: turnips, kale, corn, radishes... all perfectly cooked and seasoned. Everything is made in house... I had a salted lemon ice cream that was out of this world. It wasn't for everyone, but it was definitely innovative and fun. If it wasn't so far from Charlotte, I would definitely go more often. However, it's definitely a place you need to try if you have never been, and go again, and again. The food is better and at times less pretentious that most of their Charlotte counterparts. read more

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My wife and I eat at Fork 3-4 times per month. Most of the time, it's on a weekend night. We love the concept of farm to table, and Fork always has a fresh menu with different options. We use the Resy app to be able to reserve a table in advance, which we love the convenience. There are a few staples that we always enjoy (naked Chicken Breast, Hangar Steak, etc), but we really enjoy trying the fresh seafood and fresh vegetables. The wait staff is very friendly, and always takes care of us. Sometimes the kitchen can be a little slower than we would like, but that's what you get for having the ambiance of this great small restaurant with the small kitchen. Overall, we highly recommend this restaurant. read more

All I can say is I absolutely love this place. They have turned an old home into a restaurant. I love sitting out on the porch. The drinks are totally creative and the food is just excellently cooked every time. read more

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The NEW Scoop on FORK! I recently wrote that it was closed for renovations, but it's already open again. This is awesome news for FORK fans like me. Can't wait to check it out! read more

Thank you Fork! This past Friday night, I had one of the best meals I've had in the QC. Every bite was absolutely perfect. From appetizer to entree, the balance of flavors, quality of ingredients and care with which each dish was composed shined through. We ordered from both the standard menu and the daily specials page starting with a cheese plate and smoked trout ravioli while our entrees were NC Wahoo and CAB tenderloin medallions. On the side, lobster mac n cheese and roasted cauliflower. I won't go into the details on each, just reread the first paragraph. Service was friendly and efficient and I'll end as I began. Thank you Fork! read more

We came tonight for a wedding anniversary and we wanted something special. We were not disappointed. The food was excellent. We started with a cold tomato soup that was very good, had fresh salmon and cauliflower. All of it was really good. Dessert was a peach cobbler. Yum! read more

Fork brunch is the best in the Davidson area. With new specials every Sunday, there are also some classics that stick around every week. You can't go wrong with any order but the biscuits are a great way to start. My personal favorite is the chicken and waffle sandwich. If you like waffles or fried chicken, do not come for brunch without getting this dish. read more

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Last sunday i decided to come to this Place for brunch... I was made sure by the waitress that my plate did not contain any pork/pig etc... after eating a little bit i tasted something unsual then i researched it, and there it was... havent put a single bite of pork in my body up until this age but this place messed me up... i vomitted until my eyes started bleeding... never will i recommend this place to any person... TEACH YOUR WAITERS/WAITRESSES THE FREAKING MENU!!! read more

We go for the cocktails and they are the best in town! The small bites are nice and I love that it's local and fresh. It's simple, pure and good. Give it a try! read more

I waited a week before writing this to re-evaluate my thoughts. Love the decor, friendly and attentive bar before dinner. The food was great once they got it right. Had to send back our meals twice. Raw steak first round, incorrect seasonings etc. staff was very friendly and perhaps I did not care so much since I had a few cocktails first and was in good company I'll give Fork another try soon read more

Face it, there are just a few things that are inarguably done better in The South: BBQ, fried things (most notably chicken), and breakfast, or as the oft varied interpretation of it is known, brunch. You folks up North can keep your bagels and lox, West coasters will enjoy avocados and egg whites, but I'll die happy with a belly full of biscuits and gravy. Based on our meal here, I'm sure that a regular dinner or lunch would be equally fantastic, but it was so nice to get a wonderful Southern inspired breakfast/brunch on the way out of NC as we drove back to DC. It's so difficult to find in my home up here that I'm glad I get to return back to my old home enough to really savor how special it is. We had a reservation for this meal, but had set it for 1PM mainly because we were driving in from my parents farm out in the boonies and had no idea how long the rest of our morning errands would take before we arrived. We wound up getting there much closer to noon, but luckily the wait wasn't too bad on an otherwise very busy Sunday and they were able to clear off our table only 10 or 15 minutes after waiting in the foyer of the beautifully restored home that Fork resides in. Since we had a long drive ahead of us we had to forego any brunch drinks, although those we saw drinking seemed to really be enjoying themselves, always a good sign. Our waitress couldn't believe the size of our order, assuring us that the dishes we large, but I equally assured her that I rarely walk away from a table with empty plates. Since I knew we would be trying to have a large brunch I had previously turned down my dad's sausage biscuits and gravy at home that morning before we headed out. It's one of the few things he excels at making in the kitchen, so the standard is pretty high. I ordered Fork's herb biscuits and gravy with "wild turkey farm sausage", hoping for a nice substitute. I wasn't clear from the description if the sausage was turkey based, came from a farm called Wild Turkey, or what exactly the descriptor meant. Whatever the case, the sausage flavor was pretty bland, not nearly the spicy, flavorful kind I grew up eating, and it didn't add a whole lot to the dish. It was still good, but I regretted not having that at home since I only get the chance about twice a year, at most. They do top it with a poached egg, something I could never get at my parents' house, where egg yolk is an abnormality...that added a nice bit of depth to the gravy. the biscuits themselves were the best part, the right amount of firmness to not get too soggy with lots of gravy, but still tender enough to fold in your mouth. The other main items we ordered were things less frequently made at home, a shrimp and grits dish with chorizo gravy and spinach, and baked french toast with maple syrup, mascarpone mousse, and apples. Each of these provided substantially more surprises flavors than the biscuits and gravy, and I would highly recommend either to folks who might be coming here for brunch. The shrimp were plentiful in that dish, and the portion size to price ratio was outstanding. I also really loved the texture of the baked french toast. I'm not sure I've ever had it prepared that way, but it helped keep the dish warm and fluffy throughout, and some bits had really nice carmelization as a result. We also got a side of hash browns, which looked more like "home fries" to me than what I typically refer to as hash browns (the diced variety). The irregularity of what you get from this term is somewhat frustrating, but I suppose I should have asked before ordering. They were ok, but just kind of plain compared to the other items we ordered. The chef here has been one of the biggest proponents of local farm sourcing for ingredients in the Charlotte area, and it really shows in the freshness of the ingredients. Sometimes it might sound overblown, but when you compare these brunch dishes to some of the other similar offerings at more generic places, there is an undeniable difference in the taste of the product, and that's not all due to what's happening in the kitchen. If time allows it, we'll definitely be returning to this cute little restaurant for dinner on a future visit back home. read more

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Disclaimer: I am not accustom to dropping $85 for a meal unless it is a special occasion. This is a very high priced joint. Notice I did not say overpriced, you are paying for a premium. This is all local food, wine and craft beer. In fact, if you look at the supplier list, they are all at the Davidson Farmers Market. Okay, here we go. Nothing about Fork is average. Ultra classy and upscale. The setting in the old house, front room bar and outside wrap around porch dining are perfect. The staff rates top notch. Awesome setting for a romantic date. Food. My fellow Yelpers, I read most of the reviews and ordered exactly what everyone recommended. Spicy chicken eggroll, pork chop and lobster mac n cheese. I even got a side of ghost chili. I can honestly say 100% without a doubt, it was the most tender, juicy and flavorful thick cut pork chop that I have ever had the privilege of devouring. The ghost chili rocked my world, on a scale of hotness 1 to 10, it was a 15. Eggroll just spoiled me, the local Chinese aint got nothing on it. The lobster mac n cheeses had cheesy flavor explosions on my taste buds. Sadly I will not go back, but I will miss it!!!!!! read more

Some reviews have mentioned how pricy Fork is. It's true that Fork can add up quickly if you order an entree and some wine; however, I would consider this a moderately priced restaurant overall. Entrees range from the high teens to the high 20s. Small plates and sides for sharing can cost as little as five bucks to as much as $11 or $12. You can make a meal of small plates or have one generously portioned main dish. Or you can do a little bit of both. There is a way to work with all budgets here. And whatever you choose, you will not be disappointed. The food is excellent. We opted to try their small plates and some sides, mostly daily specials. We got the parmesan shoestring fries, truffle mac and cheese, crimson and golden watermelon salad with pickled green beans and Carolina brie, fettuccine with golden chanterelles and fava beans in a butter broth, heirloom tomatoes and cucumber salad, and shrimp creole. All dishes were stunning and clever. We loved how the chef(s?) really highlighted the "farm-to-fork" ingredients. The creamy, luscious ingredients, like Carolina brie, really brought of the sweetness and freshness of the watermelon. The umami mushrooms' texture and the fava beans' green color brightened up the pasta dish. Even the shoestring fries were awesome (and a huggggggge portion). And the truffle mac and cheese, at five bucks, was the best deal on the menu ever-rich, decadent, again umami, and comforting--everything you could possibly ask for in a mac and cheese. Just a note: Located inside a bungalow-style home with a porch, Fork seems casual enough, but there's a genteel feel to the place. A few people, including my hubby, came in with shorts, but most diners were dressed business casual or dressy. Seems like a special occasion kinda place. The atmosphere made me think of Charleston restaurants, like Husk. Thankfully, the service was polite but not stuffy. Would suggest you come in smart casual clothes, if you decide to give this place a try. Definitely a great dining experience near Davidson College. If you're looking for a business that makes great use of local ingredients in an upscale setting, Fork is a stellar choice. And the price is right, if you ask me. read more

I appreciate that this restaurant uses locally sourced ingredients and has a unique menu with fresh specials. That said, for these prices I would expect larger portions, free bread and butter, and salt and pepper on the table. My overall impression is that it's overly pretentious and not worth the money. read more

My 4th visit to Fork and never disappointed. They consistently serve fabulous food, great service all in a cozy atmosphere. Tonight we had a beet salad, risotto, sword fish with lemon, basil and horse radish saice. Fresh, flavorful and fabulous! Hands down my favorite in Davidson, Cornelius and Mooresville area! read more

Definitely the best restaurant in the Lake Norman area, and maybe in the Charlotte metro (no lie!). Fork has respect for food, and does a masterful job of building menus and recipes that highlight top notch, local, seasonal ingredients without overpowering them. No tricks here . . . when the chef came to our table at the end of our meal and I raved about the sauteed baby carrots (that's right . . . I raved about carrots!), he said the only secret was that the carrots we ate that night were in the ground that same morning. My vendors from New York, Chicago and Boston who I've dined with there all have asked when we can go back. This place is for real! read more

Four of us went for brunch and there was a 30 minute wait for a table although there were several empty tables for two next to each other. The waitresses were all busy scurrying hither and wherever. We were finally seated and ordered the crab hush puppies as an appetizer. Glad we did because they took forever to come out and our food took two or more forevers. When it finally arrived it was cool if not cold. The chicken and waffles were inedible. The waffles were cardboard and the chicken must have been reheated because it was dry. The smoked salmon was edible but almost nonexistent. My wife searched for the crab in the crab Benedict and my biscuits and gravy was cold and lacked flavor, not even hot sauce revived them. I have a feeling we will not be back. read more

I really want to like this restaurant, I really do. Last nights experience downgraded my rating from my previous post. Dinner started to go downhill when our server was explaining that the Scottish Salmon was wild caught and another server interrupted her and said that it wasn't and they literally had an argument right in front of our table. Very uncomfortable. Our appetizers and drinks were served and enjoyed. Then, we waited almost an hour for our food. We would have waited longer, but we finally found the manager and he stated that the printer malfunctioned and the kitchen never got our order. Our food came out in sections, my side first, nice and hot, then my monk fish, cold. We never really received an apology, but a 10% discount showed up on each of our bills. I gave three stars because the food was great, so they have a great chef, but service needs a face lift. read more

To earn my first review on Yelp says something... Visiting from out of town and stumbled upon Fork through UrbanSpoon. I must say, the quaint house style setting at this farm-to-fork style restaurant was lovely. The wait staff was great. The house even had a little character with a floors being just ever so slightly slanted. But the food...oh the food. Our party had the Lamb Shank, Beef Tenderloin, and the catch of the day, Tilefish. The Lamb was falling off the bone delicious. Steak cooked to perfection. Tilefish vanished from the plate. The side of asparagus and Lobster Mac N' Cheese was also spectacular. I can't say enough great things about the place. Definitely earned a repeat customer if I'm ever in town again. read more