Notes from the Barrel

SPECIAL EDITION - UPCOMING RENOVATIONS AND CHANGES TO OUR HOURS OF OPERATIONS!


Welcome to the weekly underground bulletin from Barrel and Fork, an elevated, southern-infused fine dining experience hidden in the speakeasy shadows.


Join us for bold flavors, jazz-age intrigue, and the latest from behind the hidden door. Stay sharp, stay thirsty, and never leave hungry.

CLOSING FOR QUICK RENOVATIONS

Barrel and Fork will be closed Feb 3rd and Feb 4th for Kitchen renovation. If all goes well we will re-open Thursday February 5th!


We look forward to seeing you all soon!

OPENING SUNDAY FOR DINNER!

Starting February 15, 2026, we're swinging open for Sunday Nights from 4:00 PM – 8:30 PM — a relaxed, soul-warming extension of the week where the vibe slows down, the lights dim a touch lower, and the flavors turn downright indulgent.


To mark the occasion (and keep things downright irresistible), we're rolling out a special Sunday Menu with that signature Barrel & Fork twist: elevated Southern comfort, big on flavor, and a little easier on the wallet.


No rush, no pretense—just good food, great pours, and the kind of Sunday night that makes Monday feel a little less daunting.

WEEKLY SUNDAY BRUNCH!!

Starting Sunday, March 15, 2026, we're launching Weekly Sunday Brunch from 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM — a lazy, luxurious stretch of the day where the speakeasy slows its pace, the bourbon flows a little earlier, and the plates are pure Southern sunshine.


Expect the kind of brunch that feels like a secret you can't wait to share!!


Knock twice, bring your appetite, and let's make Sundays the best day of the week

Enclosing the Porch at Barrel!

We enclosed the porch to create a cozy, weather-proof extension of our hidden space—perfect for those crisp winter nights when you still want to feel the vibe but stay warm.


The wrap is complete, and we’re dialing in the heating options to make it as inviting as the bar inside. The porch is now open for reservations! Please know if it's 20 degrees, it won't be comfortable, but for those 30-40 degree brisk evenings, we're able to seat customers comfortably on the Porch!



COMING SOON - NEW PATIO

Drink Features - January 2026

Slip into Barrel and Fork this month, where the spirit of Prohibition lingers in every bold, warming pour.


Forget the weak stuff—these are unapologetically boozy elixirs designed to chase away the cold: smoky bourbon masterpieces over glittering ice, spirit-forward cocktails with a rebellious edge, and deep, layered flavors that hit like a jazz riff on a frosty night.


Strong, seasonal, and sinfully satisfying—crafted to thaw the chill with undeniable swagger. Knock twice, whisper the password, and let the good times roll.


At a time when vintage seems cliché, yet modern is over-poured, Barrel & Fork embraces the past as we fight for the future. We invite our guests to indulge in the whimsical times when bourbon and wine on a Tuesday meant a good start to the weekend. We built a home where the food stops short of being pretentious and out of touch, and is exactly what you're looking for. 

 

Welcome Home….




20517 N. Main St.

Cornelius, NC 28031

704-655-7465 

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Hours

Tuesday-Thursday 4:30 - 9:30 pm

Friday-Saturday 4:30 - 10:30 pm

Sunday & Monday closed