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Fork in the Alley

2123 Crystal Spring Avenue, Roanoke, VA 24014
540-982-FORK
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Ranked #9 of 278 restaurants in Roanoke
4.5 of 5 stars 36 Reviews
Price range: $0 - $10
Cuisines: American, Pizza, Hamburgers, Bistro
Good for: Families with children, Outdoor seating
Dining options: Late Night
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Good for: Families with children, Outdoor seating
Dining options: Late Night
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Union Hall, Virginia
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7 reviews 7 reviews
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 28, 2012 NEW

Bartenders the best and everything on the menu was good

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Richmond, Virginia
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19 reviews 19 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 13, 2012

This is a great place to get a fantastic hotdog. You could also indulge in a brat or burger or healthy fare like salads or pasta dishes - but why in the world would you pass up the best tasting hotdogs outside of a golf course??!! Predetermined topping combinations are offered but I chose the route of pick what ever... More

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Toronto, Canada
1 review
3 of 5 stars Reviewed March 29, 2012

Travelling through Roanoke, and wanted to avoid the usual fast food chains and sample local pleasures. Found recommendation online. Did not mind the extra 15 minute drive from hotel. Found it easily - thank you, Garmin. Casual cafe atmosphere populated by local clientele. Looked promising. No Stella draft on tap? No menu Heineken bottled beer? Okay you can run out;... More

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Roanoke, Virginia
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19 reviews 19 reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
4 of 5 stars Reviewed March 7, 2012

A locally owned neighborhood bar and wood-fired pizzeria has live music and is located in Old Southwest Historic District, close to downtown Roanoke. Reasonable prices and delicious hot dogs, too!

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Burlington, Canada
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41 reviews 41 reviews
Reviews in 20 cities Reviews in 20 cities
37 helpful votes 37 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 1, 2012 via mobile

Litterally, we drove by it twice. It really is in a tiny alley. But wow, does it have great atmosphere. We ate outside, there was a band playing. Every entree that was served to our party of 6 was delicious. And the smores dessert was amazing!

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Roanoke
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26 reviews 26 reviews
Reviews in 13 cities Reviews in 13 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed February 16, 2012

You have to watch closely when you are in the Crystal Springs area of Roanoke. This restaurant sets back in a little walk through alley beside a cupcake store. It is not fancy and my wife and myself set in a little sealed in terrace. The food was very delicious. I tried their chili as an appetizer and found out... More

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Roanoke, Virginia
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21 reviews 21 reviews
Reviews in 12 cities Reviews in 12 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed February 13, 2012

The food here is great, and they are adding more vegetarian items. We did find that the collard greens contained chunks of ham - which makes them no longer vegetarian. It's a personal preference I'm sure, but when I order vegetables, I generally like to get vegetables, not side meat also.

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Roanoke, Virginia
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24 reviews 24 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
13 helpful votes 13 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed February 2, 2012

Relaxed, friendly, pretty good food and prices are great. Can be hard for a newcomer to find but it is a good idea gone great.

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Roanoke, Virginia
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10 reviews 10 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed January 19, 2012

great little SoRo restaurant..Fork in the City also worth a try.

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Roanoke, Virginia
Senior Contributor
34 reviews 34 reviews
Reviews in 10 cities Reviews in 10 cities
13 helpful votes 13 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed January 19, 2012

This cozy atmosphere with live music sometimes is a treat. The food is tasty and the prices are reasonable.

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