Fork Lewes

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   Sharyn

   London

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined 2 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   We visited Fork for the first time and arrived by train from Brighton. We walked up Station Road as far as the High Street before realising that we had missed it. In darkness of the winter evening, it was difficult to discern the small sign on the front. Thankfully, we were not able to find anything else that may be improved upon at Fork. The staff were warm and welcoming and despite our early arrival (we had given ourselves plenty of time to find the place), they were able to accommodate us. The decor is Scandi style with smooth pale wood panelling and white globe wall lights. The menu is small and the food is prepared from fresh local ingredients. We were offered mushroom vol au vent amuse bouches while we perused the menu. They were light and delicious and whet our appetites for what was to follow. We had two courses each and the food was delicious. The poached pear with whipped goats cheese and a rainbow of beetroot salad was a delight for the eyes and taste buds. The cauliflower and stilton soup was rich and very warming. Perfect for a wintry evening. The grey mullet was cooked to perfection and the samphire, crispy kale and mussel broth delicious! We were both delighted with our food and the wine choice was a pleasant surprise too. We had the German Pinot Noir from Villa Wolf. I will definitely be making a return visit to Fork as soon as my social calendar allows.
   

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   Cherry

   East Sussex

   2 reviews

   5.0

   2 reviews

   Dined 3 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Excellent lunch using predominantly local produce. Good choice on menu without too many choices. Good Service. Would recommend & will go again.
   

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   Robin

   Warwickshire

   10 reviews

   3.0

   10 reviews

   Dined on November 21, 2024

   1. Overall 3
   2. Food 3
   3. Service 4
   4. Ambience 3

   This was a very mixed bag. The service is lovely but the place itself is a bit austere, which isn’t really a problem as that’s a matter of taste. The problem is that the food is very mixed. My ox cheeks were delicious but my husband’s pork was dry (we can all make dry pork at home; we rely on a good restaurant to make it juicy!). The bread, at an extra cost, was of very mediocre quality and came with two flavoured butters: black pepper and Parmesan and tikka masala. Why would anyone want tikka masala butter?? Good fresh butter on good bread can’t be beat. My husband’s dessert of apple and almond tart was superb, but my pear and ginger crumble was watery and lacklustre (one cube of preserved ginger popped on top does not make it a ‘pear and ginger crumble’). We are happy to pay for— and support the use of— locally produced food, but the basics need to be got right.
   

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   Christina

   Cornwall

   6 reviews

   5.0

   6 reviews

   Dined on November 17, 2024

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Great food in a very pleasant setting with knowledgeable staff: we even met the Head Chef to discuss menu choices! Highly recommend.
   

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   Fiona

   Gloucestershire

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined on November 16, 2024

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 4

   Gorgeous food, well looked after, will be sure to return
   

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   Gary

   West Sussex

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined on November 16, 2024

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   We enjoyed amazing food and wine in a friendly, welcoming environment with service that was helpful, engaging but never intrusive.
   

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   Tejal

   London

   25 reviews

   5.0

   25 reviews

   Dined on November 16, 2024

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Great food and variety of dishes, as well as amazing service
   

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   Martin

   San Francisco

   2 reviews

   3.0

   2 reviews

   Dined on November 15, 2024

   1. Overall 3
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 3

   Excellent local food and service. The menu may be limited but it is easy to look at the menus online. We specifically booked for the Festive Menu: Starters of the parfait with amazing chutney; beetroot carpaccio. Mains of Ox cheek; loin of pork wrapped in pancetta and desserts of delightfully light Christmas pudding; chocolate and orange sponge. All accompanied with local wines.
   

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   Kinny

   London

   8 reviews

   5.0

   8 reviews

   Dined on November 14, 2024

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   A fine dining experience in the heart of Lewes. From the warm welcome, flawless service and well curated menu, through to the elegance of the decor and the deliciousness of the food, this extraordinary venue remains a five star delight.
   

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    Sara

    San Francisco

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on November 9, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4

    This is the best restaurant in Lewes with inventive food and wonderful service.
    

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