Knife and Fork Inn Restaurant

An Atlantic City, NJ Restaurant Rating and Review

Knife and Fork Inn Restaurant 3600 Atlantic Avenue Atlantic City, NJ 609-344-1133

 

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Restaurant Review

Most diners report the dining experience is memorable and ranks high as a destination restaurant. Many diners report they enjoyed being exposed to a part of Atlantic City history. Many diners report they enjoyed the tables being comfortably spaced apart for a nice romantic dining experience with quiet conversation A few diners report some of the menu selections are a little pricey Value: Given the quality, though prices are high, the value is good Noise Level: Moderate, depends on seating Dress: Upscale casual Recommended For: Diners who enjoy coming to a place "to see and be seen", with a bit of history, and a fine dining experience in an upscale, trendy setting. Not Recommended For: Diners who prefer lower prices, a more casual setting, without the history and the ambiance. Recommended dishes: Dry-Aged Cowboy Steak; Herb-Crusted Rack Of Lamb; Lobster Thermidor Liquor: Extensive wine list, specialty cocktails. Bar scene is vibrant.

The Knife and Fork is a landmark restaurant in Atlantic City with a storied history that dates back to 1912 when it first opened its doors as an exclusive men's drinking and dining club. During the prohibition era the club members openly defied the laws against the serving of alcohol by offering bar service to its members for the consumption of alcohol.

The logo of the Knife and Fork makes reference to "Nucky" having eaten there. During the prohibition era, "Nucky" Johnson, an Atlantic City mobster was also one of the New Jersey's most influential politicians and was noted for recruiting powerful racketeers into the Republican Party. He also was noted for being a fan of Atlantic City and did many good deeds for the city.

The Knife and Fork was popular with many movie stars including Frank Sinatra, Bob Hope, Burt Lancaster and Susan Sarandon, and was a setting for the movie "Atlantic City" in 1980.

After an exchange by many hands at ownership, the Knife and fork under present owner Frank Dougherty, a co-owner of another Atlantic landmark restaurant Dock's Oyster House, underwent an extensive restoration in 2005 to replicate its prohibition era history and decor.

The decor is lavishly elegant starting with the solid brass door which leads into the vibrant bar area and the dining area of rich mahogany millwork, hand-painted ceilings with chandeliers, a sweeping staircase, and clear glass windows providing awesome ocean views. The third floor has been converted into a wine room featuring floor to ceiling wine racks, wood floors, exposed brick, with ocean views. This room is popular for private parties and special events.

The tables in the dining room at nicely spaced apart for quiet conversation.

Not only do you get to experience some Atlantic City history by eating here, the food is very good and overall it makes for a memorable dining experience.

The menu tends to be "Old School" with many traditional steak and seafood selections.

Complimentary valet parking is available.

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