Fork and Fire in Farmington

(Last visited June 7, 2023.) I've heard some great things about Fork & Fire here in Farmington so we headed here on a Wednesday when they have 1/2 off bottles of wine AND 1/2 off wings! What kind of magical day is this?! So we pulled up to check out some of their offerings! Atmosphere/Appearance: Set tucked into a plaza right off of Farmington Avenue is this chill, laid-back tavern of a restaurant. Once in the door you're greeted with a series of warm colors. There's a bright red wall, a deep red brick wall, dark wooden floors, intimate yellow lights that hang from the ceiling, the trendy black ceiling tiles and a BIG bar. It wasn't super loud, but it wasn't quiet in here either. You can easily have a conversation with whoever you're with right at your table. Service: I can't remember who took care of us, but I feel like it was the manager? Maybe the owner? She was really sweet though and took excellent care of us. We had no issues at all. Food: I already told you why I'm here, but we had a surprise on the menu, pulled pork sliders! These aren't always available, since they were a special, but maybe they could be around when you go! They also only offer 4 flavors of wings so that means they've perfected these and don't have to stretch themselves too far to make so many flavors! They are also par-baked to speed up the ordering process when they come out to you so they're flash fried and made to order. Pulled Pork Sliders: This is smoked barbecue pulled pork with fried onions, white cheddar cheese on a sweet Hawaiian roll. This was AMAZING. I did not expect what I tasted. The cheese was super gooey, the flavors were off the chain and powerful. The barbecue sauce wasn't super sweet and complemented the meaty, saltiness of the cheese with the pork. Sriracha Honey Wings: On first sight these looked beautiful. The sesame seeds gave a good accent color to the deep red color of the sauce. They were also super sticky and gooey. That also means they hold temperature heat very well and flavor! The wings were also VERY BIG and tender. They had a good crisp on the outside, deep, rich flavor, sweet from the honey and the sriracha was a bit light. I could've used more spice on these. Bleu Cheese: A little on the sharp side, but not terribly sharp and not too thick. It's pretty decent and I loved that it had actual chunks of bleu cheese crumbles in the sauce. Kitchen Sink Wings: These are actually a combination of their Buffalo sauce with the Sriracha honey. So the spice I asked for in the last sauce showed up here and it was delicious. The Buffalo changed the entire flavor profile of the wing! I got Szechuan flavors from this and I really liked these. Just as tender and crisp as the last batch. Buffalo: I just loved how the sauce for all of these wings felt like it went DEEP into the skin way beyond just having some sauces tossed on the surface. The Buffalo was rich and bold without being so vinegary. Ranch: This ranch was SUPER thick and that made me happy. Lol. It had a great dill flavor that was also creamy and a little bit sweet. I actually liked it better than their bleu cheese. Soy Chili Crunch: These looked so different and unique. I had never seen anything like it! These were a bit oily, but I got a good soy flavor, red chili, green chili, red pepper and Szechuan flavors from this wing. Good wing, but not my favorite of the evening. Value: Like I said, 1/2 off wings and 1/2 off wines on Wednesdays. So I got a $40.00 bottle of wine for... you guessed it, $20.00. Wings are usually $20.00 for 10 wings, but were only $10.00 today. This place does present more of an upscale feel and vibe so bring the wallet and prepared to spend just a little bit, but it's a tavern, not fine dining. It won't be that bad. Lol. In conclusion, I've come here quite a few more times and have loved it each time. I look forward to the next time I can pay this place a visit!

Fork & Fire has always been one of our favorite casual restaurants. They have an amazing cocktail program and the kitchen sink wings are some of the best in CT. Nearly everything on the menu is made in house or locally sourced. From the house made pierogis to small state provisions buns. The espresso martinis use fresh espresso and I really enjoyed the eggnog espresso martini which was not too sweet. The kitchen sink wings are a blend of sweet chili and buffalo for the perfect sweet/spicy combo. I love that the Caesar salad has a soft boiled egg on top.

Delicious food, perfectly sized portions, extremely friendly staff, and a really warm atmosphere going on with the decor. Brought my parents who are usually VERY critical of food, and they absolutely loved it. Definitely will be coming back in the future. The manager went out of her way to apologize to us about an order that was mistaken.

The food was amazing!!! Best brisket sandwich I have ever had! The truffle fries are really good and the flatbread pizza. *The water is gross. They need a filtration system. They have a lot of good beers on tap including prosecco which I've never seen before. Small place but would definitely go here again.

We came for the Sunday brunch. The burgers we ordered (”the burger” and Black&Blue) were really good. The fried were perfect (I had the plain one and my husband the truffle - really good!) Fresh oyster 🦪 (the only thing I didn't like it came after the burgers were served, I’d prefer before. But not a big deal.) Overall, we enjoyed here!

I absolutely love this establishment. I always forget it's there because it is located in a plaza right next to a package store, so doesn't really look like there's a restaurant. You can not beat the $1.00 oysters. Inside area gives you the feeling of being in a bohemian type theme. Food is really good, they do a brunch that you should definitely try out. I've had dinner also here & it doesn't disappoint.

I’ve always heard great things about Fork & Fire, and was so happy to finally check it out for myself! Their food is exceptionally fresh, and I love their dedication to using ingredients from local farms. The wings were some of the best I’ve had, and the poke bowl was literally better than some places I’ve been that are completely dedicated to poke bowls! Creative options like the sriracha watermelon on pork belly really stood out and made for a great option on their summer menu. Also absolutely loved the fresh focaccia bread and the amazing Oreo bread pudding, which I’ve never had before! My boyfriend loved the cocktails, and I tried the mocktails, which were the tastiest I’ve ever had, especially the rum punch one. The vibe is so nice here, and the way the sunlight naturally came in at sunset was so pretty. Don’t miss the smoking cocktail!

This place is most certainly a hidden gem. Tucked away in Epicure Shopping Center in Farmington, this place is nothing short of great. The Sriracha Honey wings have a beautiful glaze with sesame seasoning and are a must get here. The chicken sandwich was excellent and fries perfectly crisp. They also have a “dealers choice” off the drink menu, just tell your server what you enjoy and they make a drink for you, if you don’t like it they are super accommodating and will ensure you are satisfied with the final product. Oh, and you can’t forget to get a special made cappuccino, they make one of the best around.

I ordered takeout! My daughter and I were leaving Starbucks and were looking for something to eat. We noticed Fork and Fire in front of us and decided to try it. It was great. The entire family enjoyed it. Very small space but happy we have it a try.

Ordered the charcuterie board and the half chicken which were both super delicious and beautifully plated. My husband ordered the aged NY Strip and thought it was ok but wasn’t too impressed. We loved the half chicken though. He was even eating some off my plate. The waitress was really friendly. The atmosphere was relaxed but chic. Would definitely go again and try cocktails and small plates.

I had brunch with my husband here this past Sunday. The first thing we noticed was how warm & welcoming the environment was. We were seated immediately. Our server was attentive and very kind. We had a $5 espresso martini & it was incredible. We both ordered the steak & eggs. It was legitimately the best brunch we’ve ever had. I look forward to trying their dinner!

First time here, came for the Comedy show (I was one of the comedians) I don't have to give a review, but I REALLY enjoyed this place. It felt like everyone knew each other and I believe that's just the atmosphere the owner and his staff have created. To top that off, their NY Strip was DELICIOUS and cooked to a Perfect Medium, the way I like it. 2 thumbs up in my book for sure. Feats your eyes on the pic, then... go FEAST for yourself at Fork & Fire 🔥

We have never had a bad meal at Fork and Fire. Tonight was no exception. The food was delicious and the service was fantastic! Allison was friendly, attentive, helpful and a pleasure to talk to. If you’re in the area be sure to enjoy their happy hour and ever changing menu!

The experience was soured due to some technical difficulties and almost ended in a failed transaction. Due to a waitress or management making some likely quick decisions and offered us a solution that was agreeable and we enjoyed the remaining experience. A little live music and all. I am glad we decided to stay as the food was delicious.