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    3.9 (824 reviews)
    PriceyNew American
    Closed 11:30 am - 9:00 pm
    Updated 1 month ago

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    Moderate noise
    Classy
    Good for groups
    Good for kids

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    Hanger steak frites
    Joy P.

    I read that Fork is an "iconic restaurant" that has been serving consistently great food for 28 years. As a new Philly resident I knew I had to try it when I was doing business in Old City. As one of the first diners to hit the door for lunch, I was greeted by the hostess and the bartender. Both were friendly and helpful as I decided where I wanted to sit. The restaurant is cozy - a small bar is the first thing you pass as you make your way to a dimly lit dining area. The open kitchen is at the far end. Of note: the kitchen was busy yet quiet. It was a wonder to see - no zoo glass to deflect sounds or smells - just professionals doing what they do for all diners to see. Having had an exceptionally trying week I really wanted a cocktail, but I was intrigued by the non-alcoholic offers. I ordered Crimson and Clover. When it arrived with a thick lemon garnish on the rim, spritzer immediately came to mind. I was thinking it would be more like an Old Fashioned, don't ask me why. At first sip, it was holiday forward without the stereotypical cinnamon-pumpkin cliche. It was a sweeter than I would have liked, but not unbearably so. I was kind of expecting a more earthy taste based on the name. It was good. Of course now the song is living rent free in my head. I ordered hanger steak (mid-rare) and frites. The steak was well seasoned, yet as sometimes happens with the cut, about 1/3 of it was medium to well. The frites were actually fries. While tasty, I was expecting pommes frites. Garlic aioli and a chimichurri sauces and a basic green salad accompanied the dish. The sauces were outstanding. The flavorless arugula and frisée salad was a welcome side, but I kept thinking, "this is an example of more is not more." The greens were unwieldy and crowded the plate. I would have preferred a smaller portion of dressed greens. A touch of acidity, salt and pepper would have made all the difference. An unexpected treat was the broccoli soup. It was chock full -- but not too full -- of perfectly seasoned and crisp croutons. At first bite the bisque (it was more bisque than soup imo) tasted too butter heavy, but the finish was all broccoli. The butter seemed to prime my taste buds for the sometimes bitter cruciferous vegetable. I also liked the combo of creamy bisque, chunky broccoli bites, and crunchy croutons. There was a drizzle of chili oil that was more color than flavor. I think I would have preferred a drizzle of a crema more. And then there was dessert. I ordered the chocolate sesame cake. It was not at all what I expected ... it was so much more. What a way to end the meal. The tall, thinly sliced, rich chocolate cake with decadent ganache between each layer was good, but with the raspberry sorbet, butterscotch miso and smoked peanut, it was perfection. Let's talk about the butterscotch and peanuts. Together it reminded me of an elevated, deconstructed peanut brittle. This Southerner was so happy with those flavors; it reminded me of my grandma and New Orleans. Add a bit of cake and sorbet and the dessert becomes other-worldly. I look forward to returning to Fork for many years to come.

    Lunch menu
    Miles A.

    Came in for a quick lunch bite to eat. Atmosphere and decor seemed nice with a mix of both casual and luxurious. Large bar in the front, with the dining area behind it with a view into the open kitchen. Tried the shrimp niçoise salad. Tasty creamy dressing gave good flavor to all the veggies. Green bean, potato, olive, tomato, artichoke, and egg all topped with 3 jumbo shrimp. Some of the lettuce was a little wilted but overall okay. Pretty fresh and healthy lunch. Would like to come back and try some of the dinner menu and dessert next time. Thanks

    Speed Revolver, Bees Knees Cider, Hazelnut Croissant
    Jill B.

    We had great service at Fork. Attentive service, lovely friendly hostess and quick response to requests. Sadly, the food was not top notch. We split the twice-baked croissant which was slightly burnt. We both got the French Omelette which was delicious but the side of frisée curls was unattractive and unappealing. I enjoyed my cider and the Speed Revolver was...interesting. Overly sweet but different. Reminded me of an old-fashioned drink called the Smith & Kerns (vodka, Kahlua & soda). The place has a nice atmosphere and I love the wall murals.

    Scallops entree, cooked to perfection.
    Michelle A.

    Excited to kick off Restaurant week here-- $60 pp plus $40 wine pairing option. Definite buzz at 730, significant noise level. One server for water (comped, a nice touch), one to take your order, one to clear, another to deliver the food. created some confusion. Fluke appetizer was outstanding, as were scallops. Wine pairing was awkward . When dessert was delayed, lovely Abbie (I think) comped a glass of sparkling rose. Wish we'd had a roll with meal, but otherwise a culinary delightt on a snowy evening.

    Marissa W.

    Dining experience is not as good as at the bar. Would return only for bar service. They're going for fine dining here but not hitting the mark. Service was sufficient, he was kind but just not as attentive as he should have been. Would recommend the bar experience.

    Fiona S.

    Good Being tourists to this part of the world we wanted somewhere to celebrate our days in Philadelphia - Fork was found. In the old part of Philadelphia, it was easy to find. We made a booking on short notice and it was no issue. The waiter greeted us a took us to the table - carefully explained the menu, settled us in with water and took drinks order. Drinks/wine menu is broad but on the expensive side. The waiter was friendly and efficient and explained the Specials and the menu - we ordered and enjoyed the mood of the restaurant. We chose Mains and dessert - food arrived within reasonable time and beautifully set, the photos do not do it justice. It was delicious. The dessert was excellent. It was a beautiful meal. Relaxed mood in the restaurant. We had a good evening.

    Wen T.

    We had a disappointing brunch experience here (10/11/2025). First issue -- the only bartender was also our server, and he was too busy with drink orders to give us attentive service. Aside from taking our order, he never checked in, and it was difficult to flag him down when we needed something. At one point, another server had to step in to help. Second issue -- my husband's steak and eggs came out rare when he ordered medium. It's unclear whether the bartender entered it incorrectly or the kitchen made a mistake, but since the steak was sliced and visibly rare, it never should've been served that way if the order was entered correctly. Third issue -- when the kitchen "fixed" it, they reheated the steak slices and brought them back on the same plate, where the scrambled eggs and potatoes were now lukewarm. For a restaurant of this caliber, the entire dish should've been remade. Reheating food that's already been served and putting it back on the same plate is a food safety risk, which is especially disappointing for a restaurant that boasts of being a James Beard Foundation award winner. Fourth issue -- our bartender/server never mentioned the issue to the manager. He delivered the check without an apology or any acknowledgement of what went wrong. I ended up requesting to speak to a manager, and the manager was clearly surprised about everything that happened. To his credit, the manager apologized profusely and comped our entire meal, even though the only menu item I wanted comped was the steak and eggs. I appreciate how the manager handled it and made things right, but I'm honestly surprised a restaurant with this reputation had so many basic service and food handling issues.

    The beets
    Michelle L.

    We came around opening for lunch with a party of 4. Our server was very friendly and informative. We ordered the beets, the burger, mushroom gnocchi, and curry chicken salad. The burger was phenomenal. The curry chicken salad was a little forward with this mustard taste and wasn't the curry I was hoping for. The beets were beautifully presented and also great. The dessert menu came and we were intrigued by the cheesecake with peppercorn meringue as well as the trifle. The peppercorn was barely there, but the sour apples were strong choice.

    Jordan Z.

    I really enjoyed our group dinner at Fork on Saturday night. Fork is not large on the inside, but is a romantic dimly light atmosphere perfect for a nice night out. The menu is well explained by the staff- separated into three sections by serving size smallest to largest. I was unimpressed with the cocktail list. I enjoyed an Aperol spritz before moving into a red blend wine by the glass. The bread service was sub par. The scallops on the appetizer menu are crudo style and are so good. It was my favorite bite- 10/10. Mushroom gnocchi was so light and fresh 10/10. The striped bass was beautifully cooked and the broth was so tasty (9/10). We tried the hazelnut trifle and it just wasn't for me. 3/10. Overall, I'd definitely come back again.

    Claire S.

    Fork is a beautiful restaurant with a lively atmosphere. We snagged two bar seats and enjoyed our evening. The restaurant week menu is a great deal at $60pp. We added the beef tartare appetizer as well, which is highly recommend. The corn soup was outstanding and perhaps the best dish we had! The burger was also very good. We also tried the beet salad, swordfish, and chocolate tart. The bar service was pretty prompt. I would come back again especially to sit at the bar.

    Lucy M.

    Went to Fork for Mother's Day Brunch and our experience was underwhelming. The food was just... not tasty. There was nothing special to it. My poor mom was disappointed. And half of our group weren't even full! Based on other reviews, I'm willing to bet that perhaps this was a one-off - perhaps the pre fixe menu for the Mother's Day Brunch that we had is not representative of their usual menu. Other than the food, the service was excellent - the waiters were attentive, helpful at answering our questions, and refilled our waters in a timely fashion. They were the reason I chose 3 stars instead of 2.

    Kai L.

    Went here for lunch. Decided to try this place again with the new chef. One of the best burger I've had. Egg was optional Comes with fries but you can substitute for side salad Service and ambiance 10/10

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    I thought it good restaurants for pork . But taste was very bad looking unprofessional. Beer tasted was not good.

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    Food was amazing and fresh, service was great. We loved everything we got. Especially loved the non alcoholic wine options.

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    Love the seasonal choices. The trout had my partner raving and I ate my whole burger. It was masterpiece between buns.

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