Announcements
February 2015 Update
Originally opened as a local market offering cooking classes, prepared dinner service, and gourmet deli sandwiches, persistent customer demand drove our expansion into a full service restaurant that offered a unique open kitchen lunch and dining experience, as described by Candy Sagon in her November 2013 review in the Washington Post (click here for the complete review). Chef Nick greatly enjoyed the lively interaction with customers and friends while preparing gourmet meals in our unique and intimate open kitchen, and we appreciate all of our loyal customers in the Virginia, Washington D.C., and Maryland region over these past 7 years. Thank you for the feedback and reviews in Facebook, Yelp, Trip Advisor, and Google+. Please subscribe to our mailing list to receive updates on special events and our future plans! Sincerely, Chef Nick Forlano and The Staff of Forlano's Market |
Dear Patrons
It is with great sadness that we announce the closing of Forlano’s Market on Thursday, January 29th. My staff joins me in expressing what a great privilege it has been to serve you over the last 6 and a half years, and we sincerely thank each and every person who has contributed to our success. The outpouring of kindness, help and patronage we have received over the years has been truly astounding and we are deeply grateful. While we will not discuss the details of the reasons behind our need to relocate, we will say that is has not been for lack of public support. Part of our mission at Forlano’s has always been to create a space that nurtured the community and you as the community have nurtured us in return. Over the years we have had the pleasure of employing many teenagers who have grown into amazing young adults before our eyes. We have celebrated milestones and anniversaries with the families who regularly warm our chairs, and we have grieved losses with them as well. As we bring this chapter of our adventure to a close, please come out to share a memory and make a new one as we celebrate the unforgettable ride that has been Forlano’s Market. Our last day of business will be Wednesday, January 28th. Please stay tuned to this website and our Facebook page, as you never know what the future holds. You may see the crew and I back at it in a new location before you know it! Sincerely, Chef Nick Forlano and The Staff of Forlano's Market P.S. GO PHILLIES!!! |
Let Us Cater Your Next Special Event!
Allow us to simplify your next event by having Chef Forlano prepare a beautiful farm-to-table menu specifically for you! Off site catering available for groups of 50 or less, or reserve our dining room for a private dinner for groups of 32 or less. Please contact Amanda Stone at 540-253-5456 or at chefnick@forlanos.com if you would like to learn more details and/or book a date! |
Free Wine Tasting Every 2nd Wednesday of the Month, 5:30 - 7:30
Join us the second Wednesday of every month for a free wine tasting! Each month we feature a different exemplary local winery or country of origin. Stay posted to this website, or follow us on Facebook to find out what we will be tasting next! |
Sample Chef's Tasting Menu
Celebrate your next special occasion by reserving a four-course Chef's Tasting with optional wine pairings! Let Chef Forlano build a menu specifically for you! Available Wednesday through Saturday, 5:30-8:30pm. Please call the restaurant at 540-253-5456 for reservations. Happy Anniversary Mr. & Mrs.Smith November 1, 2014 Please Pick One Item From Each Course Listing First Course Baked Artichoke Soufflé Local Angus Steak Tartare Vegetable Goat Cheese Terrine Second Course Roasted Red Pepper Bisque Caesar
Salad with Locatelli Parmesan Crisp Sauteed Prince Edward Island Mussels in Coconut Curry Sauce Third Course Roasted Local Veal Chop Tomato Balsamic Bruschetta & Basil Risotto Martin's Angus, Dry-Aged Filet Mignon Baby Potatoes, Spinach & Veal Demi Glaze Sauteed Bronzini Filet Crab Ravioli, Braised Leek Broth and Micro Greens Cornish Game Hen Creamy Mushroom Polenta Fourth Course Red Wine Chocolate Mousse Mixed Berry Crepe Apple Raisin Strudel $80 Per Person/$95 Per Person with Wine Pairings |
Washington Post Review!
Check out the great review of Forlano's Market & Restaurant by Candy Sagon in the Washington Post. Thanks to our loyal customers and friends; we wouldn't be here without you! Click here to read the full review. |
Stay Posted for Upcoming Wine Dinners!
Italian Wine Dinner ~ Amuse ~ Green Olive Caponata 2011 La Piuma Pecorino ~ 1st Course ~ Baked Tomato Focaccia with Prosciutto & Taleggio 2010 Fortediga Vermentino ~ 2nd Course ~ Open Face Shaved Veal Loin Ravioli Sautéed Green Onions & Local Mushrooms 2011 Mauro Molino Barbera ~ 3rd Course ~ Braised Smoked Short Rib Spinach Potato Gratin 2009 La Piuma Chianti ~ Dessert ~ Cinnamon Poached Pear 2007 Fortediga Trama $125 per person, exclusive of tax & gratuity By Reservation Only; seating is limited |
Italian Layerpalooza
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Local Produce
 Some of our current selections include: turkey from Day Springs Farm, micro greens from Cedar Springs Farm, asparagus & tomatoes from Steve Gaines, and bacon from our friends at The Whole Ox. |
Sunday Brunch Specials
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