This past Sunday was my first visit to Fork after years of hearing stellar reviews. Let's start with the most important thing - the food. Of course it was great, but after all the hype I'd heard, I have to say I was a wee bit underwhelmed. The Lamb Tartare and the Potato Gnocchi with Lamb Ragu were the undeniable stars. We also shared a starter of oysters (good but nothing special), and a half serving of bucatini with Andouille sausage and mussels. The sausage was great - but the pasta itself lacked something. The portion sizes were on par with my expectations. The atmosphere is one of the biggest draws of Fork in my opinion, with the trees and the lights and the earthy paintings on the walls. It feels like somewhere you want to stay awhile. Service was friendly and prompt - everything came out perfectly timed. Seating for a party of two is banquette on one side and a normal chair on the other (without arm rests). So I'd say this is a 'plus size compatible' venue as long as your dining companion is slim enough to slip into the booth side. Cost - This is definitely a splurge, but I was impressed to see you could get in and out for a reasonable cost if you limited yourself to one entree and one drink. There is a lovely wine and cocktail list. We enjoyed a bottle of Pinot Noir for $60 and our total bill was about $180 after tip. Reservations - definitely recommend! Overall, this is more of a 3.5 star experience but I'll round up because the potato gnocchi and ambiance would draw me back in for a second visit. read more

Atmosphere and service beyond expectations, menu was exceptional. EVERY employee I came into contact with was extremely friendly! The Spinach Rigatoni was to die for. read more

Fork - New American Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Co-owned by respected restaurateur Ellen Yin and Chef Eli Kulp, Fork is the original concept for these James Beard Award nominees. It's part of the High Street Hospitality Group, which also includes High Street on Market, High Street on Hudson, and a. kitchen + bar. It's rare that a restaurant has not only persisted, but consistently progressed over two decades. And with Executive Chef John Patterson at Fork's helm, Craig LaBan elevated Fork to four bells late last year. So needless to say, the GF and I were excited. Here are excerpts from a Tasting & Wine Pairing we recently attended: Sweet Amalia Oysters | Castellroig Rose Cava Local oysters were on offer from Cape May NJ. Plump, meaty, and briny, this paired nicely with the cava. Fairytale Eggplant | Castellroig Rose Cava No bitterness came from these gorgeous fairytale eggplant, scored and delicately roasted to provide just enough smoky savoriness to bring us to our meal proper. Watermelon Salad | Cuvee di Silex For the GF's first course, she received a gorgeous landscape of compressed watermelon that had a subtle sweetness and texture that was balanced by the espelette-brown butter crumble and the floral tang of the green coriander yogurt. Shrimp Carpaccio | Cuvee di Silex Not to be outdone, the dish I received was just as visually stunning. Lightly smoked, the briny essence of the shrimp carpaccio was further cemented by the sea beans, with additional texture coming from bits of radish. Both were paired with a crisp and vibrant Chenin Blanc. Bread Service Having previously flourished under James-Beard nominated Alex Bois, High Street on Market's bread program is second to none and continues to turn out amazing product. Therefore, it came as no surprise that bread service at Fork is not standard fare. A wonderful crust and a moist, buoyant texture within, it was the perfect vessel for the soft (yes!) pat of butter. Potato Gnocchi | "B Minor" Pasta were paired with an Australian Mourvedre-Grenache-Shiraz blend from Nagambie Lakes. Rich and velvety, this went nicely with the GF's gnocchi. Pillowy clouds of pasta were ethereal and seemingly vanished in the sauce of lamb ragu and English peas. Black Pepper Malfatti | "B Minor" Malfatti were rolled out to thin pasta sheets, with cheese, garlic scapes, and cracked black pepper interspersed with some heft from the occasional fava. Golden Tilefish | Tasca d'Almerita Leone Local New Jersey tilefish was delicate, flaky, and with the sweet essence of lobster or crab. Stewed Sun Gold tomatoes and potatoes provided the foundation, with furikake seasoning adding texture to each bite. This was paired with a fragrant Cattarato blend from Sicily. 32 oz. Dry-Aged Strip | Valderhermoso Roble We were also treated with a behemoth 32 oz. dry-aged sirloin - essentially the T-bone, with a bit of the filet as an added bonus. Nicely seared on the exterior and basted with plenty of butter and roasted garlic, I appreciated that the funk of the dry-aged beef was allowed to shine. This was served with rainbow carrots roasted in bone marrow and a well-dressed chicory salad. Paired with a Spanish red that was aged in French oak barrels, this was a luxurious end to our mains. Intermezzo A particularly pretty palate cleanser of tart raspberry sorbet and pomegranates signified dessert. Chocolate Mousse Tart There was a nice interplay between the luxurious chocolate mousse and the tang of the citrus curd, with texture coming from the trail of chocolate graham crackers. Pecan Brown Butter Cake And to end, tangy, saccharine sorbet and fresh peaches sat atop a moist pecan brown butter cake. Service was exceptional and seamless. Beverage Director & Manager Harry Jamison also ensured that each pairing was well-described and every question was answered. It was wonderful chatting with Ellen Yin when she stopped by to say hello to each and every diner. read more

We met friends here for brunch. Fork offers an interesting but somewhat limited menu. Need more options for those of us minimizing the calories. The almond-pistachio croissant was great (I tried not to eat it, couldn't help myself!). My salad was lovely. Portions are small, prices are steep. The service was excellent. Appreciate the bottomless cup of excellent and always-hot coffee. Lovely ambiance. read more

Good looking place. Good food presentation and obsessive table cleaning. Quite expensive. Got table for brunch 2pm on Sunday without a problem. Seems night reservations would be far more difficult. As I said food extremely taste. Salmon excellent chorizo grill good and cheese omelette excellent. The place does seem to seek perfection and so a let down that fork prong was bent and the fusion hand dryer did not work in the bathroom and no hand drying paper. Would go again but take towel with me next time read more

We were in town for a long weekend and loved our meal and service that we visited Fork twice during our 4 days! Wine pairing recommendations, extra bread, and everything was absolutely delicious! AmazIng service, food and drinks! read more

We went for a late anniversary dinner on a Saturday night and we absolutely loved our experience. We think Fork is one of the best restaurants in town. And the house menu is a great way to experience the restaurant. Bourbon cocktail to start; well balanced. The name escapes me though! First course: oysters for me (four for the house menu), and black bass crudo. I got a sparking rose with it, which was nice. (And the server was great at recommending wines). Second course: bucatini with andouille sausage and mussels. Large portiona nd right up my ally; my partner got the potato gnocchi, perfect for her too. (This time a pinot noir.) Finished dinner with the durok pork with spaetzel and the squash--perfectly prepared, and my wife the rohan duck, again succulent, tender, deep. (A burgundy for this one.) Dessert was the chocolate toffee pudding, some port, and Scotch. Expertly presented and prepared. read more

Very disappointing. It was recommended to us for the wonderful steak and seafood, but when we asked about non-dairy options (my wife is lactose intolerant), we were told the only options for her were chicken or pasta. And steak was only available 'for 2'. When pressed, they said the chef could only make tile fish and not the wahoo, dairy free, and what came out was bland. And who puts slices of ham on top of seafood? My squid ink pasta was just OK, and the special fried oyster appetizer had 4 small oysters dwarfed by large tomatoes in both size and flavor. It says a lot when your favorite part of the meal is the bread and olive oil, and you leave still hungry. read more

Went to Fork for a wine tasting of a friend's brand called Montebruno. While sitting at the bar, the hors d'oeuvres starting rolling out to pair with the wine and did not disappoint. Being a native, I was impressed with Chef Eli Kulp's spin on bite-sized pretzels stuffed with cheese and mustard. I was pleased when a second tray made its way to our side of the bar. Didn't have time to stick around for dinner, but this establishment is our short list to try. Will edit this review once that happens. read more

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Service absolutely terrible here. Ruined dining experience, hostesses were great but wait staff simply uninterested in serving customers. Had to ask for coffee twice, waited for ten minutes to order while our waiter went off to talk to a fellow waiter. Unacceptable. Did not enjoy food as a result of poor waiter service. read more

Highly recommend the sumac carrot salad - wonderful flavors and textures! Lovely to sit outside on a warm spring day. Kind, attentive service. read more

A friend and I came here during a weekend visit and had a great experience! Service: the waiter was INCREDIBLY knowledgeable about the food which was super helpful. He was also super kind and accommodating- I can't have soy, buckwheat, or eggs and he worked with me to create an option (not on the menu!) that worked for me and the flavors I wanted to try. Food: we decided to do the four course deal for $78 each. We started with the venison tartare and the oysters, both really good. For the pasta course, my friend got to squid ink noodles and I got a special that met my dietary needs combined with the lamb ragu from the gnocchi. Both very good! For entrees, my friend got fish and she really loved it. I got the chicken, and I'm sad to report that I was disappointed in it. The chicken itself was good and the skin was crispy, but everything it came with didn't seem to mesh well- the flavors of the eggplant and the sauce and peppers it came with were strange and didn't go well together. Finally, for dessert I got the cheese plate and my friend got the earl grey mousse. She said the mousse was awesome, and the cheeses were very good also. But would've liked to have been able to choose the cheeses instead of being given no choices just three set ones. Ambiance: the tree and lighting inside make it really beautiful! And the waiters are all dressed nicely making it feel more upscale. Overall, great experience, but took off a star for some flavors that didn't quite mesh. read more

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The Yelp menu is not representative of the actual menu when we went. We saw burgers and pasta, but on the menu, there was only 8 fancy veggie starters, 4 mains (3 fish, 1 beef) and then 3 desserts. There weren't enough options for us to have a meal (not big fish people and the beef was for 2 for $145) so we split a handful of the starters. The teens and one adult in our group, who had been adventurous eaters all week on our trip, didn't eat. I liked what I ate, but please check the menu next to the door before going! Don't rely on the online menu. read more

The menu is limited. I had monk fish serve barely warm. The oyster were very good. I did like the fact they added a 20% tip on the bill. The service was very good. read more

Quite a great time spent here with my coworkers ! First time and won't be the last ! I really enjoyed the friendly staff and quick service. We started with few appetizers melon & burrata, bass crudo and lamb tartare and followed it with light fruity drink. All small plates easy to share but all tasty and light. We then ordered lamb gnocchi as main entree and wrapped up the meal with tasty dessert such as berries n cream , chocolate custard and pain perdu. My favorite was espresso cream cake! read more

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Unfortunately, I was very disappointed with the Sales Manager here. I had a bridal shower, and had several issues with her - from her incorrect spelling of my name, to sending the incorrect contract numerous times, to taking too much for the initial deposit. Also, the final bill had amounts different than the quoted contract, so I had to fix that. Unfortunately, I did not see another incorrect contract quote when I paid the amended bill, so I called the Sales Manager 2 days later. That was 3 weeks ago, and I have not heard from her, despite 2 emails and one phone message. I contacted the Manager and he has not returned my call as well. The food was okay. I give it 2 stars because the wait staff was excellent. All in all, I will be picking a different restaurant for my next bridal shower. read more

Atmosphere is quite nice and the architecture is lovely, although the place is kind of small. I was in town for business by myself so I ate at the bar. Service was quite good. Started with one of their signature cocktails which was good although a bit strong for my taste. They started me off with a little mushroom tea that sounded gross but was actually delicious. It was just a little starter. They brought some homemade sourdough bread with a soft butter. It was okay but the crust was overcooked and since I've had excellent sourdough in San Francisco, I wasn't all that impressed. It was down hill from there. The chicken, although moist was seasoned mainly with salt. No other spices seemed to be there. I was assuming the green chorizo that came with it would be spicy but it was also bland. The carrots and leeks that were served with it we're very inconsistently cooked. A few were just right but others were either hard as a brick or charred so badly they were beyond recognition. Considering at the prices for this place I would not come back nor would I recommend it for anything other than a quick drink. The potential is there but may just need more time and attention to be realized. read more

Where to start. We ate at fork on thanksgiving. It was terrible from beginning to end to say the least. We had an 8:15 reservation. We were greeted by 2 hostesses who were cranky, stressed and unfriendly in a space that was packed. Didn't eat until close to 10. Seems they over booked and just had people waiting for long periods. When finally seated we were greeted by a waiter who had been working since 12 pm nonstop. He was overworked and stressed.( not his fault). This was a $110 pp 4 course dinner. We had to ask for bread. Was cold... either from fridge or still thawing from freezer. 3 of 4 of us wanted turkey. One wanted fish. Was told the fish was for 2 and if that person wanted fish there was an extra Charge (really?). Then came a regular sized dinner plate with 6 small slices of turkey with a few spoonfuls of black stuff (turned out to be tasteless stuffing) and few spoonfuls of tasteless root vegetables for 3. The fish came with the same. Turkey came with salty meatballs. The wine we ordered had such a small pour it was rediculous and over priced. Dessert was mediocre at best. The owner was present. Never came by to apologize for making us wait and offered us nothing. Only person worth a good review was bartender who mixed us very good drinks while waiting a long time for our table and was welcoming and kind. Worst thanksgiving dinner ever and a real rip off. read more

Just stopped in for a quick drink at the bar. The coasters were made of linen... so that's a signal. The cocktails werrr reasonablypriced and strong, and the bartender was friendly. Overall good experience on the other side read more

Very tasty oysters! They were packed with flavor. The mignonette was perfect not bitter like most can be. Honestly the best oysters I had period. Awesome servers and sexy ambiance the lighting was very forgiving and with Covid not over crowded which was really nice. read more

We love this place so much we ate there two nights in a row this weekend! Great service and great food! And terrific cocktails too!

What a fabulous experience we had! The staff were great, the food delicious, and the room was just perfect for autumn, with the colors in the art and the fixtures. Will absolutely be back. read more

I found the service here to be wonderful!! The waiter was really helpful in providing descriptions and recommendations. The food was fantastic. It was extremely full of flavor. We chose to do the Our House Menu. The watermelon salad was very unique. Next I had the lasagna, this was very rich and creamy. I finished every drop on the plate. Finally, I had the pork plate. This was topped with zuchinni flowers, very delicious!! Loved all the add ins! Many great extras, we always had food in front of us! Highly recommended! Great neighborhood. Several blocks away from Liberty Bell. read more

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I debated leaving 4 stars because of a bit of a miscommunication that occurred, but the food was so good I couldn't. The atmosphere and decor of the restaurant was also impeccable. I went to Fork last weekend and as part of their 20th anniversary celebration they were offering 20 tastes of Fork. The waiter described it to us and it sounded awesome so we decided to try it. Unfortunately she came back a few minutes later and said they had ran out but the chef could make things for us instead (and it seemed like it was going to be 20 courses as well). The 20 courses (so I thought) started off magically. We had some oysters, rock shrimp, mushrooms, lamb tartare, this amazing radish and crab dish, parsnip soup... then this is were the dishes really started to get larger. My friend and I each got a seemingly full size pasta dish (this was about 6-7 for us and we were thinking that we were going to have 10+ more things to eat. However when the next dish came out which was clearly a main course (the wahoo and chicken) I started to realize these weren't "tastes" anymore. When our waitress came back I asked her about it and she was like oh of course you don't have 10 more dishes you just have dessert after this. I wasn't upset with the amount of food we received (it was alot!) but I was upset because I felt anxious about how much more food was coming when I thought we had 20 courses. Overall it was a slight miscommunication but I wish the waitress would have been more upfront with what the plan was for our tasting menu. With that said, everything that was brought to our table was delicious. The only other complaint I had was that it seemed like we were rushed out at the end. All of the servers and workers seemed to lingering around us as if begging us to leave so they could go home. It made me feel uncomfortable and I wouldn't have expected that from a place like Fork. read more

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Wow. I just went to fork for a cocktail prior to getting table at High St on market. Granted I know they are associated or jointly owned or whatever. I haven't been to Fork for a while and always loved it - esp the atmo. I sat there after having ordered my $15 light pour glass of cava getting more annoyed with every minute. The place is half if not more empty and the bar was totally empty except for me. What is going on? You'd rather have no one there? Come on ! read more

What a total disappointment in every way! crap menu, crap service, and just the crappiest meal at a place that previously was known as one of Philly finest.... not so much anymore .. read more

A perfectly elegant meal, exceptional service & "over-the-top" flavors. Celebrating the anniversary of our first date, my wife & I ordered off of the four course menu. The combination of tastes & flavors was incredible, from the risotto special to the gnocchi, the pork entree for my wife & I had chicken. We don't eat beef but there were many options, it was more of a chore to have to settle on only one (fortunately there was some sharing happening). I can't say enough about Michael, Matt & the other four people who's constant attention was above all expectations. When I made the reservation the young lady(Jen?) asked if it was a special occasion. I mentioned that it was an anniversary so we were greeted by EVERYONE with that salutation. It was a perfect dinner on a perfect evening at the perfect place!! read more

I really wanted to like Fork considering it is in the top 50 Philly restaurants. We did the 4 course house menu. Out of the 8 total courses between the two of us, I only liked one(potato gnocchi). Our waiter was horrible. He was not attentive at all. (Had to ask for bread) For the cost and the hype- I expected a lot more. I would go to Vernick any day over this place! We will not be coming back. Waste of $250. One star for Derrick(busboy). 2nd star for the "Jawn" cocktail. read more

Food was OK but we had to wait 50 minutes for a cup of soup and 2 burgers. Very disappointed as waiter repeatedly told us it would be quick. Food was not worth the wait or the price. read more

Great menu selections. Trying some new things at the bar. Super low key on a Sunday evening. Wagyu tartare and venison were spectacular. Other dishes we tried were great but not super memorable read more

Had a very enjoyable meal last night with a special friend. The atmosphere was elegant and wait staff impeccable. We started with dry aged steak tartare which flavor pop with all the different ingredients and mushrooms risotto which was equally flavorful. Main courses seared scallops and a Halibut dish both cooked to perfection. The flavors in both where over the top. Desert was blueberry swirl ice cream that was to die for with French press coffee. One of the best meals I have had in a long time. read more

Fork is nice looking, but the food is pretty bad. We got the focaccia, octopus, and striped bass. The focaccia was dry and the eggplant that comes with it looks like something that came out of my dog's backend. The octopus was surprisingly well-cooked, but the sea bass might have been the worst piece of fish I've ever had. It was hardly cooked, you couldn't even cut it with a knife it was so tough and stringy and the portion size was TINY for $36. Would not come back or recommend it. read more

Ordered the flluke. Was very saltty. Same for the duck. Sent back fluke. Waitress abruptly said they will fix it. Salty again. Manager was empathetic aNd offered substitute meal. Which worked out but was losing my appetite. Desserts were good. Service was fair. Manager tried to make it right. Appreciate being compensated for the meal. read more

Have you ever gone to a restaurant with high expectations, only to drop a solid chunk of dough and leave feeling somewhat duped? Well I have, and it's not a good feeling. Fork is not that place. Last night, my friends and I enjoyed a great meal and we walked away feeling like our dollars were well spent. From our pleasant greeting at the door to our dinner service, the staff was exceptional at their jobs and made us feel welcome. One of the biggest surprises came early, when we perused the extensive and smart cocktail list. One friend had an Earl Grey tea infused gin concoction, while the other ordered something with elderflower that mastered the balance of slightly sweet and still flavorful without overwhelming the palate. I was thrilled to see a champagne and aperol offering, since aperol is one of my favorite spirits and it's rare that I see it on a menu. The drink was just right and the bubbles went straight to my head. The dining room at Fork is beautiful, with an open kitchen facing the main dining area and a nice, big bar, plus a banquette that runs along the wall providing more table space. After ordering, we had our choice of three types of bread, followed by the amuse bouche: smoked salmon pate on crunchy crostini. I really enjoyed this despite not usually caring much for salmon. Two of us started with the soup: butternut squash with minced chestnuts. It was rich, buttery and perfect for a chilly night. Our other friend had one of the house-made pastas with pancetta, which was also extremely flavorful. While ordering, I had asked about the mackeral with olives and squid, but I ultimately ended up ordering the scallops. Needless to say, it was a very nice surprise when our server brought each of us a tasting of the mackeral between courses. It was delicious. The briny olives went perfectly with the flaky but meaty fish. I instantly regretted not ordering it as my main, but now I have a really great reason to return! The scallops were no disappointment. They were perfectly seared and resting over sort of a hearty bean stew, with a crisp hash of apples and fennel bulb (hate the seeds, dig the bulb) between. My partner in soup had ordered the same dish, and our contrarian friend chose the pork chop, which was a great plate of chop, potato pancake, apple sauce and sauerkraut. Apparently, my friend is not a kraut lover, so I gladly relieved her plate of the slightly sour, bacon-flecked cabbage, which was just as good as my Gram's. Stuffed, we accepted our check without soldiering on to the dessert course. This was easily one of my favorite girls' nights to date, and I'm so happy I was able to try Fork after many years of foolishly putting it off. I won't make that mistake again. read more

Oh boy. Where do I start? Lots of things have changed at Fork. Some for the better - but most are not. Before I dive in - let me just say - or scream - this: NOT GOOD FOR KIDS!!!! Our fussy party of 4 included my not-so-fussy 8 year old - who has dined at many Philadelphia spots. Before we went I saw "Crispy Chicken Nuggets" on the "Bites" menu - so I knew that was what we would get for her. BOMB! Dark meat chicken chunks in very pale (nearly white) tempura batter made the young lady frown almost instantly. So we asked if the "Spaghetti al chitarra" (Homemade spaghetti with butter, scallions and crab) could be made as just spaghetti with butter? What a fuss ensued - and after negotiations, yes - they brought her a small plate of home-made spaghetti DROWNED in butter. And tried to charge $18 for it (which is the normal price when it comes with crabmeat.). So disappointed. OK - so "kids meal fiasco" aside - how were the grown-up dishes? Not bad. Salads were the stand out - my kale salad was terrific (Matyson's is better - as Fork's is a bit too vinegary in my opinion), and my friends split the "Roots" - a unique preparation of seasonal root veggies. Appetizer pastas were SMALL and $15 - $16 each. Yikes. Our server is a great guy - and I just knew I had seen him before! But the whole "not sure if we can make pasta with butter" thing just sat with me very poorly. Even Ellen herself (the owner) cam out to chat with us - and I pretty much told her all of this. I don't think it will matter one bit in the long run. 4 star food and 2 star (maybe even 1 star) service. I won't be back. And there is no way I will deign to bring a kid in here. (They made it very clear she was not welcome. read more

4.5 stars to be exact I haven't had the opportunity to come back to Fork for the last couple of years, but last night our paths crossed, like crossing paths with the "one who got away". The sparkle in my eyes, the smile on my face, the butterflies tingling in my stomach, and the activation of my salivary glands all set in motion while sipping a barrel-aged Ransom Old Tom gin, hidden from sight at the bar and suggested so wondrously by our servers behind the bar. Grant (I believe was his name) and Josh both excelled at their craft and service, with a warm, but still professional attentiveness I so enjoyed. A beautiful drink menu, wine menu and food menu, we started with the grilled sweetbreads with preserved sunchoke. This was fabulous, the crispy outside, the tenderness and decadence below the crispiness, it was the best thing that attacked my tongue to this point in time of the evening. ;-) We split two pasta dishes, the Fennel Pappardelle, which flavors were amazing until the internal temp reached "room", then it lost some of it's flavor. The postage stamp ravioli was cooked so perfectly, such great flavors, but was over salted. The breads, the wines, the service, everything to make me not want to break up with Fork again, and re-emerge in this relationship. read more

I am writing this review as someone who has had many excellent meals at Fork. Today's luncheon with several friends was a complete disappointment and what I hope is not a turn for the worse for this restaurant. Three of our party ordered the Crispy Chicken Nuggets. One person cut into a nugget and found it to be pink, cut into another and the center was clearly red. After trying to track down our server for several minutes we finally were able to alert her to the problem. She then informed us that the chicken was not raw but was thigh meat cooked via the Sous Vide method and was safe to eat. My dining companion was unconvinced and informed the waitress that she did not wish to finish the portion. The offer was made to substitute another item from the menu. She selected the roasted carrots. My order and the other persons order of nuggets started out ok but we found pink and red portions also. We decided not to finish our order. The server was alerted to the fact that we also had undercooked portions, she informed us that she spoke with the chef and was told the chicken was cooked at the proper temperature and was safe to eat. I told the server I completely understood the process, that it was used to cook food evenly, not overcooking the outside, and leaving the inside juicy. That being said this was undercooked raw chicken, which while it may have been safe to eat was nonetheless visually and texturally unappealing. Our orders were replaced with the Avocado Cucumber Soup, which was very good. The Roasted Carrots that replaced the Nuggets were overcooked and charred, she only had two bites. The full dish was removed without comment, from the server as to why it went uneaten. At this point she was too disgusted to argue. Her main selection was Beef on Weck. I should note that she did not indicate how she wanted her beef served , it came out extremely rare. It may be just me but do not send rare beef to someone who has just complained about raw chicken without asking how you want it done. My order of Burnt Grains Pappardelle with Wild Boar Ragu was small but good. The others ordered the Roasted Skate with Clams one of which was cooked perfectly the other undercooked. At this point we were past complaining and just wanted to leave as we had been there over an hour and a half. I am upset that we were treated in such a condescending manner. I have not experienced this level of pretentiousness in past visits. I agree with some of the other Yelps that at this price point there are better options in Philadelphia. As for this lunch, at $25 per person, even assuming that everything was perfect, the portions were too small, for that price. I also want to say to a restaurant, that bakes and sells excellent bread next door, please do not give four people, four mini bagels the size of mini Tastycake doughnuts. read more

During Equality Forum, a good sized contingent of great friends and new acquaintances went here for dinner on Thursday (Dining Out for Life). Although our party shrank in size from our initial reservation, the staff at Fork was gracious enough to put us in a private room in the back. The light fixtures were out of this world - papyrus paper lined light casings. The back room did have a bit of a board room feel, but it was awesome! At one point in time, it felt like we were at the long table from Kill Bill and we were in anticipation of Lucy Liu running down the center of the table... Alas, no matter how many drinks we had it didn't happen! LOL! The food was amazing and the service was astounding! read more

I'm a staunch Darwinian. Evolution. Survival of the fittest. Though after going to Fork, I may have to join the crazies and start believing in Creationism. It's as though the hand of Flying Spaghetti Monster came down from the heavens and touched Fork with his noodley appendage. How else do you explain such a mediocre restaurant being so successful in such a competitive market for so many years? The food isn't bad. It's adequate. It's just expensive for no good reason. Add Fork to the list of places like Glam, Mint and every other monosyllabic foodery that should just go out of business. read more

Our dining experience at Fork was like eating the same meal at two restaurants. Food A+. Service D-. I was really looking forward to dinner, as I had never eaten at Fork, but was aware of the great reviews it's gotten over the years. Our party of five was on time for our 8:30 reservation, but were still asked to sit outside for about 30 minutes. Mildly annoying, but we had a round of drinks. We should have known it was just the introduction to a service disaster. When we were finally seated, it was at a table much too small for five. However, it was that or wait, since everything else was occupied. Our waiter "Ben" introduced himself, gave us menus and water, then disappeared. Half an hour later we flagged down another member of the waitstaff and told her "we need food." A third server appeared in five minutes to explain the menu and take our orders. Then he disappeared. (We later saw him in "civvies" drinking at the bar!) We ordered the "House" menu, which meant that we were somewhat restricted in what we could order (e.g., only two types of small plates per table), but would be served little "surprises" along the way. The food was uniformly excellent, but we had to fight for every course. The "surprises" were okay, not great. Cut to the chase, it took over three hours for the meal to be served and consumed; and that was without dessert, which we refused because we were so pissed off. We made our dissatisfaction known to anyone who would listen including the manager, and the most offered was to comp our drinks, which was barely a good effort for this mess. The restaurant wasn't even that busy, empty by the time we left! After we refused dessert (it was served anyway, but we sent it back), it took another half hour to get our check! The most incredible part of this experience is that the management just didn't get the message no matter how many times and how many members of our party complained. When we looked at the bill, we realized that they hadn't even comped all of our drinks. What a shame to put such a beautiful picture in such a crummy frame. Won't be back. Too many good restaurants that know how to combine good food with good service, and know how to treat a table who were spending upwards of $500 for a nice meal. read more