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Forked on Main, Orange, VA

Forked on Main

4.8
4.8
163 Reviews
$31 to $50
Contemporary American

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2 people
19:00
Booked 4 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
  • Neighbourhood gem
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

  • Phone number
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, American, Regional American (Southern)
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Wed–Sat 11:00–15:30 Dinner Wed–Sat 16:30–21:00 Sun 14:00–20:00 Happy Hour Wed–Fri 16:00–19:00
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Dennis Merritt
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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.
    Sunday Sauce! photo
  • BURGERS & BREWS

    US$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!
    BURGERS & BREWS photo

Offers

  • HAPPY HOUR

    Multiple dates available
    Wed - Fri - 16:30 - 21:00
    Wednesday-Friday 4pm-7pm Bar/Lounge Only Discounted Bar Menu 1/2 Off Wines by the Glass $4 Beers & $6 Mixed Drinks

What 163 people are saying

Forked on Main reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Charlottesville

    Best Ambience

  • Charlottesville

    Innovative

  • Charlottesville

    Romantic

  • Charlottesville

    Lively

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Forked on Main offers a delightful dining experience in Orange, VA, with creative dishes and a warm ambiance. Guests rave about the "spectacular food" and "attentive service." The wine pairing dinners are particularly lauded, and the restaurant is praised as a "jewel" with "delicious cocktails" and a welcoming atmosphere.

163 Reviews
  1. Geri VIP

    Washington DC31 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 22 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This is a wonderful gem of a restaurant in Orange, VA. The service was top notch, the food was excellent, and the ambience perfect for a night out. Suitable for families , friends, and couples. Our server, Shawn, was attentive and knowledgable, and very friendly throughout the evening. There was also some lovely live guitar music that made the evening that much nicer.

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  2. Dan

    Richmond1 review

    4.0

    Dined on 16 February 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Food was great. Our waitress was great however the service from the kitchen was a little slow. Overall, a great place to dine.

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  3. Robert

    Richmond2 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on 15 February 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    It was Valentine's Day. Busy, we've been there before and this wasn't their best performance. However, based upon prior experience there, we will go back.

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  4. Preston

    Nashville3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 15 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Forked on Main is a great destination restaurant in a quaint country town. The food is fantastic and the service is great. The menu has something for everyone. Try their specialty cocktails. They do an Old Fashioned that is best I have ever had.

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  5. William

    Richmond5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 14 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Another incredible dining experience. Enjoyed talking with owner.

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  6. Rick VIP

    Washington DC70 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 25 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Another excellent meal at Forked. The renovation looks great and really gives the dining room a warm and cozy feel. Shawn took very good care of us. The salmon and the chicken parm were perfect. We shared an apple crisp, a la mode would have topped it off, but vanilla ice cream was available. Still a good choice.

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  7. Todd

    Washington DC18 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 3 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everyone was super welcoming and helpful. Happy hour special is very affordable, and the crusted brussels sprouts appetizer was particularly delicious. I loved my shrimp and grits entrée, and my wife’s burger was excellent.

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  8. ROBERT

    Richmond148 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 1 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Another flavorful and well-prepared meal. Worth the 45-minute drive from home. We'll go back and we do recommend.

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  9. Greg

    Richmond1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 31 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    NYE dinner was fabulous. All 4 courses were delicious with ample portions. The crab bisque was rich in flavor and light cream. The bone marrow was really interesting with a simple presentation that packed so much flavor in each bite.

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  10. Karen

    Washington DC4 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on 27 December 2024

    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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FAQs

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

Forked on Main is rated 4.8 stars by 163 OpenTable diners.

Forked on Main does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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2 people
19:00
Booked 4 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Forked on Main

124 W Main St, Orange, VA 22960

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Phone number
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, American, Regional American (Southern)
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Wed–Sat 11:00–15:30 Dinner Wed–Sat 16:30–21:00 Sun 14:00–20:00 Happy Hour Wed–Fri 16:00–19:00
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Dennis Merritt
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