Next Monday at 11 a.m., chef Ira Mittelman’s new restaurant, Fork, will open at 1900 W. 3rd St., diagonally across from the state Capitol building.
Prior to it becoming Allsopp & Chapple, Mittelman owned Ira’s Park Hill Grill in North Little Rock and, for a brief period, Ira’s Restaurant in the old Rose Building on Main Street. In a 2018 article, The Arkansas Times referred to Ira as a downtown gem in Little Rock.
In a recent interview, Mittelman characterized Fork as a laid-back yet elegant farm-to-table eatery that will feature the three Fs: flavor, freshness, and a dash of flair.
According to a press release from Mittelman, Fork will combine Italian, New American, Southern, and New World cuisine to produce dishes that are distinctive, daring, and approachable. We anticipate that Fork will become the next dining destination in Little Rock when you combine it with our expertly chosen wine list, handcrafted cocktails, and regional brewers.
On Monday, Mittelman shared his lunch menu on Facebook. It comes with a grilled salmon salad ($19), a savory poblano pepper cheesecake appetizer ($13), and a selection of sandwiches (ranging in price from $14 to $19), such as the Slap Your Mama Sloppy Joe, a catfish Reuben, pulled pork sliders, and a fried green tomato BLT. Spicy peanut noodles ($20), shrimp and grits ($23), and pasta Bolognese ($18) are lunchtime options.
This is the most current supper menu that was shared on the Fork LR Facebook page:
Fork’s lunch hours are Monday through Friday from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Dinner is provided Tuesday through Saturday from 5 to 9 p.m.
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