LITTLE FORK HOURS & LOCATION:
4-9 MONDAY - THURSDAY | 12-9 FRIDAY - SUNDAY
1170 Manchester St, Ste 140, Lexington, Kentucky 40508
Wise Bird Cider Co.’s restaurant, Little Fork, offers a variety of both hand-held meals and fork-friendly bites with an emphasis on providing gluten-free items as well as vegetarian and vegan fare. We turn fresh ingredients into memorable meals that can be enjoyed by all!
Our current menu features a lovely mix of shareables, entrees, kid-friendly meals, and fresh sides! Our offerings include mainstays like our well-loved smash burger and french fries, a cider-brined bratwurst with some German flare, an adult grilled cheese featuring Sunrise Bakery sourdough and an oh-so-melty blend of cheeses, and a fresh Falafel Bowl that is perfect for vegans and omnivores alike!
Little Fork offers on-site catering for private events held at Wise Bird, with seasonal offerings that are just as beautiful as they are delicious. From small bites to stacked sandwiches and hearty salads, as well as hand-arranged charcuterie boards and hummus plates, you’re in good hands when you choose Little Fork as your catering go-to.
Our mission is to provide delicious, easy-on-your-wallet dishes that pair with our award-winning ciders. We prioritize sourcing ingredients from local organizations such as Black Soil KY, aiming for that farm-to-table dining experience. Wise Bird Cider in Lexington’s Distillery District and is open for dinner Wednesday through Sunday as well as lunch service Friday through Sunday.
MENU
SHAREABLES
PARMESAN GARLIC AIOLI FRIES | VEG | GF | 7. Crispy fries tossed in roasted garlic butter and aged Parmesan, finished with a drizzle of house-made garlic aioli.
FRIED BASKET | VEG | GF | 8. A gluten-free golden trio of pickles, onion rings, and banana peppers — deliciously crisp and served alongside house-made spicy ranch for dipping.
BASKET OF HAND-CUT FRIES | GF | 6. Seasoned and crispy. Simple. Tasty.
SALAD
WISE BIRD WEDGE | VEG available | GF | 13 - SIDE WEDGE | 6. Chilled iceberg wedges blanketed with feta cheese crumbles, crispy bacon, vine tomatoes, and snipped chive — drizzled with our signature spicy house ranch. + Add chicken | 6
MAINS
HOT HONEY CHICKEN TENDERS | GF | 13. Hand Breaded Chicken Tenders tossed in House-made Hot Honey and served with House-made Ranch (gf)
SMASH BURGER | GF AVAILABLE | 13. Two thin-pressed beef patties smashed to a lacey, caramelized crust on a flat-top, stacked with American cheese, shredded lettuce, pickles, and house smash sauce. BEST OF LEX 2025 Award. + Add Parmesan Garlic Aioli Fries | 5 + Add Garlic Aioli | 2 + Add Bacon | 3
CIDER-BRINED BRATWURST | 11. Handcrafted bratwurst soaked in house cider brine, fried to a snappy char, and served on a bun with spicy banana-pepper and mustard sauce with chopped Granny Smith apples.
ADULT GRILLED CHEESE | VEG | GF available | 9. Crispy Toasted Local Sourdough Bread sandwiching a blend of Sharp Cheddar, Provolone, and Mozzarella for the ultimate comfort bite.
KIDS
CHEESEBURGER | GF available | 9. American cheese on toasted sourdough, served with fries.
FRIED CHICKEN STRIPS | GF | 9. Breaded and fried chicken cut into strips, served with fries (can be grilled if preferred).
GRILLED CHEESE | VEG | GF AVAIL | 9. American cheese on Sourdough from Sunrise Bakery, served with fries.
DESSERTS
MADI’S APPLE CHIPS | V | GF | 6. Thinly Sliced Apples soaked in our Pommeau and lightly battered & fried.
JASMINE’S DEEP FRIED OREOS | V | GF| 7. GF Deep Fried Oreos with powdered sugar sprinkled on top.