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Forest

4.8(203)
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Forest is independently owned by chef Plabita Florence and restaurant host Kate Underwood. We serve a vegetarian à la carte menu which changes frequently, based on the season and what we have preserved.

vegetarian gluten-free

What to Order

Deep-fried feijoaEarl Grey Whiskey SourFried halloumiMarigold leaf & custard sundaeSmoked cabbage & chickpea pancakedeep-fried feijoaeggplant straciatellafried halloumihoneysuckle custard ice cream with vinegar granitakumara dishmandarin martinimarigold leaf & custard sundae

Menu Highlights

Witloof taco

$13

corn nugget, lime mayo, pink pickles

Heirloom tomatoes

$28

pickled melon, goat cheese, red onion agrodolce, dill

Sweetcorn salad

$27

marmite dressing, shallots, capers, garlic hazelnut crunch

Brown sugar & Kyoho grape sorbet swirl

$23

purple shiso, yuzu oil

Hibiscus negroni

$23

Feijoa & sage soda

$15

Organico Pét Nat Field Blend

$17 | $80

Garage Project Treehugger Pilsner

$13

What People Say

"The food was to die for. All vegetarian, perfection."

Reviewers consistently praise the delicious and thoughtfully crafted vegetarian dishes, along with friendly service and a lovely atmosphere.

"Beautifully crafted menu from top to bottom! The Earl Grey Whiskey Sour was an absolute treat as well! Waitress did an excellent job explaining the menu and helping with gluten and dairy free options, whilst also staying on top of service. Quaint and cute atmosphere, really fun little spot!"

The Vibe

earthy fresh beautiful quaint cute fun little spot vegetarian food lovers friends families date night

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