Forked on Main

Name: Forked on Main
Address: 124 W Main St, Orange, VA, United States, 22960
Telephone: (540) 308-7660
Price range: $31 to $50
Rating: 4.5

4.5

154 Reviews

$31 to $50

Contemporary American

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2 people

29 Dec 2024

7:00 pm

Booked 6 times today

Experiences are available.

Charming
Good for special occasions
Good for business meals

Forked on Main is a casual contemporary eatery, located in the historic Sparks building on Main Street in Orange, VA. Walk in the door and you’re instantly faced with the hostess stand and a decision – a fork in the road. Take a right and you enter a light-filled dining room that can seat couples, families or even private parties. Take a left, and you’re ensconced in the lounge, perfect for a casual mid-day coffee, a happy hour drink with co-workers or a night out on Main Street with friends.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Contemporary American, American, Southern
Hours of Operation
Lunch Wed–Sat 11:00 am–3:30 pm Dinner Wed–Sat 4:30 pm–9:00 pm Sun 2:00 pm–8:00 pm Happy Hour Wed–Fri 4:00 pm–7:00 pm
Phone number
(540) 308-7660
Website
http://www.forkedonmain.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive Chef
Dennis Merritt

Location
124 W Main St, Orange, VA 22960
Area
Orange
Parking details
Public Parking
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Experiences

Sunday Sauce!
Multiple dates available
Every Sunday evening, join us for a weekly Sunday Night Pasta Night! We will be offering our normal dinner menu along with chef's selection of pasta specials.
NYE 2024
USD 79.00 per person
31 Dec 2024 only
NYE we will be offering a $79, 4-course price fix menu. Regular a la carte will not be available at that time. We will have a limited bar menu for the evening as well, available in the bar only.
BURGERS & BREWS
USD 20.00 per person
Multiple dates available
Join us every Wednesday, starting at 4:30pm for our Burgers & Brews. $20 for our Forked Burger and a draft beer of your choice!

Offers

HAPPY HOUR
Multiple dates available
Wed - Fri - 4:30 pm - 9:00 pm
Wednesday-Friday 4pm-7pm Bar/Lounge Only Discounted Bar Menu 1/2 Off Wines by the Glass $4 Beers & $6 Mixed Drinks

BREAD SERVICE FOR TWO USD 5.00
House-made olive baguette with honey whipped ricotta
CRAB BISQUE
Sherry, cream, lump crab
- Sip USD 4.00
- Cup USD 6.00
CHARCUTERIE BOARD FOR TWO USD 24.00
Goat, cow, & sheep’s milk cheeses, local cured meats, chef’s selection of accoutrements, crostini or (gluten-free crackers upon request)
TUNA TARTARE* USD 16.00
Furikake seasoned crispy rice, ahi tuna, spicy gochujang mayo, jalapeño, sweet soy sauce
TNT SHRIMP LETTUCE WRAPS USD 14.00
Tempura fried shrimp, forked tnt sauce, watermelon radish, pickled red onion, bibb lettuce
PAN SEARED POT STICKERS USD 14.00
Pork, napa cabbage, ginger, garlic, soy dipping sauce
PIMENTO CHEESE & FRIED PICKLES USD 15.00
House-made white pimento cheese, pickled red onion, fried dill pickle chips, grilled baguette
FRIED OYSTERS USD 15.00
Hot cherry peppers, paprika aioli, fried citrus

GREENS & THINGS

Add… grilled chicken 7 shrimp 8 salmon* 16

FORKED SALAD USD 15.00
Butter bib lettuce, pickled red onion, watermelon radish, cucumber, cherry tomato, carrot, shallot vinaigrette
GRILLED ASPARAGUS USD 8.00
Evoo, crushed red pepper, lemon zest
STRAWBERRY & SPINACH SALAD USD 17.00
Baby spinach, goat cheese, strawberry, candied almond, orange oil, strawberry vinaigrette
GREEK SALMON SALAD* USD 21.00
Pan seared salmon, spring mix, kalamata olives, feta, pickled red onion, tomato, cucumber, red wine vinaigrette

MAINS

Gluten free bread options available upon request

SHRIMP ‘N’ GRITS “OUR WAY” USD 26.00
Tempura fried shrimp, white cheddar, wade’s mill butcher grits, creamy corn salsa, spinach, tasso ham
FORKED CHEDDAR BURGER* USD 24.00
6oz ground local beef, lettuce, tomato, red onion, mayo, smoked cheddar, mom’s dill pickle chips, fries
GRILLED CHICKEN SAMMIE USD 19.00
Chicken breast, sun-dried tomato, goat cheese, provolone, arugula, herbed aioli, on ciabatta roll, fries
TUSCAN BOLOGNESE USD 29.00
House-made pappardelle, braised tuscan bolognese, with pork shoulder & braised tenderloin
PIMENTO GRILLED CHEESE USD 18.00
House-made white pimento cheese, coleslaw, sourdough, sweet potato fries, maple aioli
CHICKEN GYRO USD 19.00
Pita bread, marinated chicken, feta, kalamata olives, pickled red onion, tomato, cucumber, romaine, tzatziki, fries
CLASSIC NY STYLE REUBEN `USD 20.00
Pastrami, house-made russian dressing, swiss cheese, sauerkraut, pickle spear, fries
TURKEY CLUB USD 18.00
Lettuce, heirloom tomato, herbed mayo, bacon, sourdough, fries

What 154 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.5

4.5 based on recent ratings

4.4Food
4.6Service
4.7Ambience
4.3Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Charlottesville
Healthy
Charlottesville
Neighbourhood gem
Charlottesville
Good for special occasions

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Forked on Main offers a "great atmosphere" with "spectacular food and service." Guests rave about the "excellent wine dinners" and "creative, delicious dishes." The menu features delightful options like Tuscan Bolognese and shrimp scampi risotto. While some dishes occasionally miss the mark, the overall experience remains "exceptionally enjoyable" and a "treat for the town of Orange."

154 Reviews

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Karen
Washington DC
4 reviews
4.0
4 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
As somewhat regulars, the food wasn’t as good as previous visits.
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Martha
Richmond
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Eat there in Christmas Eve. They had a prefix menu and the food was delicious. I’ve eaten here several times and I’ve never had a bad meal.
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Andy
Washington DC
46 reviews
4.0
46 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Though the menu is fairly small, it had a good variety of choices, and the food we had was excellent! As were the beverages - cocktails and wine. Great place; we'll be back.
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Renee
Washington DC
20 reviews
5.0
20 reviews
Dined on 20 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great experience! I love the town of Orange and Forked On Main is a gem!!
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pablo
Washington DC
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 19 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Had a great dinner reasonably priced. And walked over to the bar for drinks dessert and live music overall great experience
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Beverly
Richmond
64 reviews
5.0
64 reviews
Dined on 14 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
It was a quiet Friday before the holidays which was much to my liking. Just ordered small plates and a few appetizers which was more than enough for 2 people. Took some home as well. Decided on dessert which was scrumptious. A nice small locally owned restaurant which is always great. I highly recommend
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William
Richmond
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on 8 December 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
I highly recommend the homemade cinnamon apple ice cream
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Donna
Richmond
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on 30 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great menu and service. Always a wonderful experience.
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Floyd
Richmond
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 29 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Best value for your dollar. Best place for a couple to enjoy a good quiet place to connect.
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Steve
Richmond
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on 29 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Forked on Main has become one of favorites. It never disappoints.
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FAQs

Forked on Main offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (540) 308-7660.

Forked on Main is rated 4.5 stars by 154 OpenTable diners.