The Good Fork
Korean, american · Brooklyn
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About The Good Fork
En The Good Fork, un pequeño rincón culinario en Brooklyn, te invitamos a disfrutar de una experiencia gastronómica única con toques coreanos y sabores americanos reconfortantes. Nuestro ambiente acogedor se extiende a un encantador jardín trasero, perfecto para relajarse y saborear cada bocado. Con...
En The Good Fork, un pequeño rincón culinario en Brooklyn, te invitamos a disfrutar de una experiencia gastronómica única con toques coreanos y sabores americanos reconfortantes. Nuestro ambiente acogedor se extiende a un encantador jardín trasero, perfecto para relajarse y saborear cada bocado. Con una valoración de 4.5 estrellas, nos esforzamos por ofrecerte una comida deliciosa y un servicio excepcional que te harán sentir como en casa.
What Customers Say About The Good Fork
The Good Fork is a cozy pub in Red Hook known for its creative and comforting food with Korean influences. Many reviewers rave about the friendly service and unique atmosphere, especially the outdoor space. Some find certain dishes overpriced or inconsistent.
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Tip: Visit in the summer to enjoy the outdoor area. Be sure to try the Korean cheesesteak or the fries.
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The Good Fork is located in Brooklyn, surrounded by cultural and historical points of interest. Here are some of the most notable places nearby.
Museums
- Waterfront Museum (A 354m) — museum in Brooklyn, New York; former barge
Parks & Gardens
- Valentino Pier (A 415m) — park in the United States of America
- Coffey Park (A 520m) — park in Brooklyn, New York City, New York, United States
- Brooklyn Waterfront Greenway (A 536m) — greenway Brooklyn, NYC
- Todd Memorial Square (A 653m) — park in Kings County, New York, United States of America
- Red Hook Park (A 895m) — park in Brooklyn, New York City, New York, United States
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The Good Fork Brooklyn Reviews
Great spot! Food and service is fantastic! After getting booted from the Red Hook Tavern because they were at capacity at 2:30pm we stumbled upon this quaint little spot. Bartender was super nice and gave us the lay of the land. Picked our own table and got to ordering. The menu was simple, straight forward, with good options. You order from a QR code on the table and pay through their app which was fantastic. Food and drinks came quick. Would definitely recommend and come again!
Several great spaces - two outside patios, bar area, and inside patio area. Wide variety of drinks, food is solid. Some GF/V/VG options. Service is fine, online ordering via Toast only, so limited interactions with staff.
A pretty cool little pub-restaurant-hang-out spot in Red Hook, not far from the Louis Valentino, Jr. Park. It’s a large place, with a bar, indoor dining room, back outdoor dining area, and side dining area with a stage for performances. I came out on a Sunday while visiting friends in Brooklyn. The bands The Thing and Figure of Fun played, and there was a children’s craft area, and families hanging out. Good times! Had some Miller High Life and a chicken Caesar salad that really hit the spot. The Caesar dressing here is really good, and they use in-store rotisserie chicken, getting it perfectly juicy before plating.
We were in Red Hook and just googled for a place near our location for a quick bite and we were pleasantly surprised. Warm vibe, great beers and super tasty food. We loved the fact that everything was handled electronically because it made the whole process seamless. I had the grilled cheese made with gruyere and prosciutto and it was a delicious combo of tastes. My husband had their burger and said it was great.
I tried to walk in at Red Hook Tavern to try their famous burgers, but there was no luck getting a table. After searching on Google for nearby burger spots in Red Hook, I found The Good Fork Pub — and it did not disappoint. The restaurant had a nice, steady crowd, and the food came out quickly and exactly as ordered. Definitely a great spot for burgers and drinks. Highly recommend checking it out!
Popped into this place spontaneously around 2 pm on a Sunday. Self-seating with plenty of tables inside and out. Scan a QR code at the table to order. Food came out fast, and we loved it: Brussels sprouts, fries, Caesar salad, hot dog, Korean cheesesteak sandwich, and some Karage fried chicken. We also really liked the vibe of this place. Cozy with fairy lighting in the back patio. Would gladly return!
Food was delicious!! Drinks were great.. we tried a little bit of everything. Fried chicken and Brussels were my favorite..&& The Fries were perfectly crisp. Everyone was super friendly, amazing service. We went while they were holding the 481 Fire Fundraiser.. There was live entertainment. A few bands played The Thing, Figure of Fun, Rabbit Hole
This place never disappoints. The food is always good; the staff is always friendly and the ambiance is always welcoming and relaxed. Recommend the smash burger; the kimchi and phili steak sandwich; the fries ( any of them ) and the Ceasars salad. Honestly you can't go wrong with anything offvthe menu.
5 stars I stumbled into The Good Fork Pub while exploring Red Hook, and it ended up being the highlight of my day. There’s something about this place that just feels right—cozy, welcoming, and full of personality. The staff was warm and attentive without hovering, and you could tell they genuinely cared about the food and the vibe. I had their double smash burger and wow—easily one of the best I’ve had in the city. Crispy-edged patties, melty cheese, the perfect ratio of bun to meat, and that house sauce tied everything together beautifully. It was indulgent without being over-the-top, just pure burger bliss. I also tried the Korean-style steak & eggs, which was just as impressive. Perfectly cooked steak, rich yolky eggs, and a seasoning profile that packed serious flavor. Their cocktails are no joke either—thoughtfully crafted and strong in all the right ways. The menu blends comfort food with creative twists, and you can tell there’s real heart behind every dish. What I love most is how local it feels—like a true Red Hook gem that hasn’t gone overly trendy or lost its soul. If you're in the neighborhood, The Good Fork Pub is an absolute must. I forgot their names but the entire staff were amazing. It was a pleasure meeting them all. I will be returning.
An absolute gem. Everything you could want in a restaurant bar. The food is creative and comforting. The menu changes frequently. The service is friendly and warm. Sit at the bar, at secluded tables in the back, or in the yard outside. Good for kids, good for foodies, good for an afternoon beer, or a late-night cocktail. Un-pretentious vibe backed by serious chef chops. I prefer the burger here over the RH Tavern. The bulgogi philly cheese steak such a cool take and is not to miss. You might just stumble in on a special occasion and have more fun that you thought!
Loved this Pub. I can't rate the food because I didn't eat anything. The bartender, Barry and the server, Sam, were great. The price for drinks is very good. The space is lovely. The indoors starts with the bar and you can see the kitchen. Then through the hallway you come upon another room with seating which includes booths. Then there are stairs leading to the backyard. I found this area to be magical. It had a picnic table under the trees and wonderful, whimsical decorations. There is another outdoor area next to it that can also be accessed through the front of the Pub. The atmosphere is friendly and welcoming. I can't wait to go back. Maybe next time I'll try the food.
Delicious food and great friendly service. The Korean notes on old American classics added a lot of depth, and the dishes combine perfectly. The backroom has a great vibe and the backyard looks great for warm weather. I loved this place and it was totally worth a stroll to Red Hook. The only letdown was the coffee, which was cheap but weak.
Such a cozy gem that I’m so glad we stumbled into! The pork and chive dumplings, Philly (Korean) cheesesteak and shepherds pie were all incredible. The bartender Bari was awesome and there were great local beers on tap. I’ll definitely be returning in the summer when the outdoor area is open. 10/10 experience!
Brunch here was delicious. The interior of the restaurant is very cozy and uniquely themed. I ordered the French toast with a side of pork sausages and the standard breakfast with bacon and a biscuit. The French toast was the best I've ever had in the city; the blueberries on top were sweetened to perfection and the maple syrup mascarpone did not overpower the dish, rather it has a subtle flavor and the perfect amount is put on the plate. You won't need any extra syrup unless you have a real sweet tooth. Definitely coming back here soon!
Avoid the Cesar salad. And DO NOT add the grilled chicken. The chicken was the absolute worst! Cold and bland. Flavorless. On the upside - the fries were perfect. The Korean Philly cheesesteak also delicious.
Service is always great. But the quality of the veggie burger has gone downhill :( They use a different type of veg patty now that isn't as tasty. And always seems to be very overcooked or undercooked to the point that it's inedible. I really hope they bring back the old ingredients because it used to be my fav dish to order!
Great vibe and good drinks. I ordered the fish and chips but it was exceedingly disappointing for a high-ish price. It was a panko coated fish filet with fingerling potatoes. Just simply not what fish and chips classically is, and there was no indication on the online menu that differed. Not to mention quite under seasoned. However the side of French fries were tasty, and I’d return for a beer
Smashburger was good. Fries are great. Fish and chips were fish and fingerling potatoes not chips. Service was scarce. Never came back after dropping food off. Asked bartender for boxes and the check.
Sunday Roast was more like sunday TV dinner, Curry fries lukewarm mush. Soup, ok. Ceaser salad bland but ok. Budweiser was great. Overall definitely not worth the price.
I love this place, and the food is usually good. However, yesterday we had some late-night drinks and got hungry, so we decided to order fish and chips. Unfortunately, the fish had a very strong smell of ammonia—much more than just a slight odor. It felt like it had been soaked in ammonia beforehand. Now, I'm not sure if it's safe to eat there anymore.
Overpriced sandwich joint. NO CASH. You order and pay through an APP so it's basically takeout but they want you to leave a tip as if you were waited on. Cocktails are served in plastic cups. Had to go get the "waiter's myself to ask a couple of questions and to get a to-go container. The food was fine. Good fries. Clean bathrooms.
Im gonna be honest, this was awful in so many ways. I ordered a “smash burger” and got what was frozen patties on a soggy bun. Not smashed at all, somehow light gray on the top and bottom, burnt on the edges, and raw in the middle. Fries were soggy and had zero seasoning, the only thing I asked the server for the whole time I was there was some salt, never got it. Also made modifications to the burger all of which were ignored. Girlfriend got Shepards pie and liked it fine which is the only reason the food isn’t getting a 1. However, on top of all this, a burger and fries, a shepards pie with no sides, and one beer was over $70 not including the tip. I took my left overs (which was basically my entire meal) and ended up throwing them out down the street, didn’t want to feel like I lit $70 on fire but I decided to just take the loss. The servers were nice which is the ONLY silver lining, but considering I never got the only thing I asked for, can’t give the service a good score. Truly disappointed in every aspect and won’t be returning.
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