The Forest Restaurant in Tamworth

Wonderful food highly recommend the Sunday roast. The carrots were a smash ! The gluten free options were amazing highly recommend to all the celiacs out there . The staff made us feel so welcome and comfortable.

We had a long wait for our table which was precooked for 1pm. ( party of 11 ). A long wait to take drinks order and for them to arrive. Food order was taken which took even longer to arrive. A second round of drinks were ordered only for the waitress to drop a glass ( accidentally) which smashed onto a family members meal, glass everywhere on the table, the meal was replaced eventually. When the bill arrived, no discount was offered to make up for the mishap and a service charge was automatically applied. I feel that if you want to pay a charge it’s a personal choice, I’m not in favour of it being added without asking first, so rude. Finally a word about the food, it was ok, portion sizes varied somewhat for what they charge. Overall it was my first visit here, cant say that I was impressed any. The garden centre itself was good, instore was very Christmassy, a nice atmosphere.

Came today for coffee and cake with a friend. Was lovely atmosphere, we wasn't rushed at all. The pumpkin spice latte was incredible!

Beautifully decorated and lovely food. Staff were really friendly and were very willing to help us. Overall a really nice atmosphere

Full English Breakfast was very tasty and well presented as was the Eggs Benedict. Lovely surroundings too. A walk round garden centre after.

Great staff, very good service, ploughman's was excellent, lots of cheese, ham, generous serving of pork pie overall, fantastic. Can't recommend this place highly enough. Thank you. To quote Arnnie I'll be back ! . Regards Mike and Julie

Absolutely perfect, we’ve just been for brunch and it was utterly delicious. Food, atmosphere, service. PERFECT! looking forward to coming back again.

Despite it's location, do not be fooled. This is exceptionally high quality. Stopped by because we were in the garden centre and had brunch. Honestly this was some of the best brunch food we have all had. 3 of us had different things and all 3 of us had nothing but good things to say about their own dish. In this town filled with pub food and fast food, it is rare to find a gem of a restaurant. The staff were lovely too, prices reasonable for the area let alone the quality. Do you self a favour, just come and try it.

Visited here on the way back from an appointment with my two children and was warmly welcomed and quickly found a table. I was worried as it was a Saturday lunch time and I didn't have a booking but was accommodated to quickly. Sammi and Iona found us a table and were brilliant and chatted to my children whilst they decided what to have. I had a lovely coffee and my children had pancakes and cleared the plate (this doesn't happen often!) The food came out really quickly and they said it was absolutely amazing! It was a lovely atmosphere and we will be back soon!

We have never been to this restaurant before and what a revelation! Three of us went for a Sunday lunch for my Birthday. The staff were so, so welcoming and kind to all of us, ( my Mum in particular). and were quietly efficient. As regards to the food - it was like a Sunday lunch that used to be served years ago!! The meats were all great quality, especially the beef; the vegetables gravy and roast puddings were spot on too! How nice to have a great choice of desserts too. Wow again!!!!

A beautiful experience for my birthday. Extremely friendly and attentive staff, we ordered 2 vegetarian Sunday lunches are they were absolutely gorgeous. Really generous portions and a very reasonable price. Very dog friendly and a lovely atmosphere in the restaurant as well.

Went here for brunch today with my family to celebrate my birthday ! It was my first time coming here , I’ve not heard of it before but it was recommended by a family member . When we arrived from the interior to the food it really was a pleasant experience . The staff were friendly and accommodating , service was quick and the food was to die for . All 6 of us remarked of how tasty it was so compliments to the chef ! I had the all day breakfast pancakes and it was the perfect mix of sweet and savoury . What a great start to a birthday ! If you’re looking for somewhere for a tasty brunch look no further . Will definitely be back again ☺️

The festive ploughman's was delightful! 5 stars ! Always a oleasent experience dining here. The festive menu is a nice additional touch.

Excellent afternoon tea. Great service. On the whole just a lovely experience . They were very accommodating when we needed an extra seat.

This was our second visit. The staff were welcoming and the food tasted great and is good value for money. Its also worth a visit for the decor. Can't fault it and we'll be back again.

Have been here twice recently and both times we had a great experience. Delicious food and lovely staff in a settling that is a little different to the usual garden centre restaurant. Will definitely be back again in the future.

Well very disappointing previously I have been there loads of times however today was terrible we had triple cooked chips that were all burnt and looking around everyone’s were, we mentioned to the staff they were burnt but never really acknowledged it. My friend had quiche which was runny so not cooked through, again I mentioned it with no response The worst thing we had two pints of coke which were a whopping £4.50 each which again was ridiculous Why has it gone this way ? We will not be recommending it or going again

Lovely Sunday lunch enjoyed by myself and 3 friends. The service was excellent, all the staff were friendly and we didn't feel rushed or under any pressure to order. The food is always nicely prepared and presented. Nothing to complain about which is always good to say.

Beautiful Restaurant the food is first class. Visited a few times and always received professional service from very pleasant staff members. This is a gem of a find quirky, good food and amazing and professional staff .

This was my second visit after being recommended from a family member, The food is divine with alot of choice for any dietary requirements, the staff cannot do enough for you.

Sunday lunch was amazing just a shame the Cauliflower cheese wasn't cooked & was cold. We sent it back. Lovely staff

Had an excellent bottomless brunch experience at The Rainforest Restaurant, all of the staff were really kind and helpful, the food was beautiful, will definitely go back again!

Wow What an experience from being seated to paying our bill. Will definitely be back and try something else on the menu soon.

Nice Sunday lunch, full of flavour. Does get busy so advised to book. Will go again and try mid week lunch soon.

I went with some friends for brunch and we all had lovely meals cooked to perfection and all met with our various requirements , the service (by Hannah) was brilliant and we will definitely be returning. The menu has lots to choose from and we found they could meet all dietary needs within our group of 8 which was fantastic. It really is a lovely little place

We had the beef Sunday roast and it was delicious! The staff are always super friendly and helpful even when rushed off their feet. Booking was also super simple via the website.

It was very busy and they managed to squeeze us in fast friendly service and gorgeous food !! 💕 very fussy grandparents were impressed well done guys !!

Was a great location to celebrate our friend’s retirement. Not eaten here before but definitely will be visiting often. Great menu. Food was delicious and hot, staff very friendly. Afterwards went to the Floristry to pick up a gorgeous bouquet for our friend. It was...

This is the 3rd time I have visited here , it really is a little find , situated in the garden centre, it’s like a magic hide away when you go inside . My mum is a wheelchair user and it’s perfect for her and...

Booked lunch for a three generation family meal. There was plenty of choice and meals were enjoyed by all.Good service.Highly recommend.

Disappointed. So wanted to love this place but husband's roast beef needed a steak knife to cut it, it was also very sinewy. The nut roast wasn't quite as described so only ok. Had to ask for dessert menu but no-one came to take the...

Excellent lunch with my wife, Mum and brother, welcome and service was warm and cheerful from all the staff, and the food was really tasty, we had a lovely lunch and could not also resist the delicious sweets. Setting is unique within a gardening centre...

Place was lovely, staff were friendly and the food was great! Will defo return again for another breakfast date.

We love the forest restaurant for breakfast. The menu is extensive, so I’m sure there’s something for everyone. Great range of American pancakes, English breakfasts, things on toast and a wide range of eggs. What scores highly for me is really good coffee. Waiting team...

Too expensive for the food and drinks on offer. Seated centrally isn't the same as in the booth style areas. Was disappointed.

Excellent little spot for breakfast really enjoyed it and can’t wait to come back another time definitely worth coming to the forest! Staff are also incredibly polite and friendly!

This place was better than we could ever have expected. A hidden gem in fact. Lovely atmosphere, great staff and amazing fresh made local produce, in generous portions. The garden centre itself is a beautiful place with several independent stores. Would definitely recommend a visit.

Go to this hidden gem regularly. consistent great food Extensive menu Good local ingredients. Lovely staff.

We sat in the conservatory which is a nice light and airy space. The menu was extensive and the food was very tasty. Would highly recommend

We love eating at the forest. Great choice for vegetarians which is always a win. Love the ambience in there really casual and cosy. The service was really good as well.

I have been here several times with family and friends and always have had good food and service. There is a good selection of gluten free options which is ideal for myself and it is a nice relaxed atmosphere. I would definitely recommend a visit.

The food was lovely and the service was good. Shame that the roof was leaking in our table from the rain outside. Good experience

Second experience of The Forest....not disappointed. Beautiful food. Lovely staff and a beautiful restaurant. We will b back. Thank you

Me and my wife went for breakfast and we were not disappointed. The food, portions and service was excellent. The breakfast menu has plenty of variety. The only down point was the fact that so many dogs are allowed and there doesn’t appear to be...

Great service from start to finish. We visited due to my daughter being coeliac as the menu has so much choice, also she did not become unwell so must have excellent standards in the kitchen. Tasty food. Would highly recommend.

Met my niece for breakfast and a catch. Lovely surroundings attentive staff very friendly. Food excellent. Had full English and coffee. Would recommend definitely .

Excellent service and great food. Menu was very good and reasonably priced. Recommend this restaurant for the whole family.

7 of us came here on the 24th September for a trio of birthdays. As we came on the Sunday 4 of us had the Sunday dinner which was lovely and very filling. The other meals were egg on toast and fish and chips..I must...

Really lovely little hidden gem of a restaurant with a nice atmosphere, fabulous menu and attentive staff. Had refreshments and cake on several visits and the occasional lunch and have always left a happy customer. I would highly recommend

Second time here and had forgotten the portion sizes! First time we visited we both had all day breakfasts - mine was vegan and we both enjoyed our meals. Staff managed to find us a table even though we hadn't booked. Second visit which was...

Un planned lunch with my daughter today, simply had to leave a review. Have been for breakfast a few times now and always enjoyed our food here. Service has always been warm & friendly. Efficient and enjoyed the meals. Today I chose bacon, Brie &...

High standard prices for much lower standard food. Nicely decorated. The person who I believe is the manager (blonde hair, heavily tattooed) was extremely rude, hostile, abrupt and appeared to lack all customer service skills. Very unprofessional. She was speaking to people in such a...

Called in here with my Dad for a mooch around the garden centre then popped in to "The Forest" a very welcoming atmosphere created by the enthusiastic staff who were very cheerful and polite. We just had coffee and cake, cappuccino and latte with lemon...

Went for afternoon cake and a drink, staff are exceptional. Cake was delicious and was the perfect serving. Reasonably priced and in a great location too.

Visited today for Sunday lunch. Friendly staff and amazing food. I love how the kitchen is open so you can see where your foods being cooked and who’s cooking it! Will definitely be back!

This is the best beef sunday dinner I have had in a VERY long time. From the meat to the gravy, everything was perfect and piping hot. We left room for dessert where we both had the brownie, yum yum yum!! Will definitely be back...

We always come here and never have an issue but since there staff turn over it’s not been great. We all ordered the full breakfast and it came out looking a mess. Mushrooms chucked all over the plate white sludge all over the bacon and...

We went to The Forest today. Very hot outside but a lovely temperature in there. The food was excellent. I had the burrito bowl and my husband had the lamb flatbread. The staff are always so nice it is always a pleasure to go there.

Below average food served on chipped enamel trays.some of the food cold.cheap nasty sausage. Fried eggs poor.staff nice.will not go again

Had been recommended for a while for a breakfast and so went to try it today. The restaurant is very nice with friendly staff and a good menu selection. They do focus more on the presentation of the dishes more than the actual taste but...

This place is amazing, it's the best breakfast in Tamworth u will find, great service and it's all freshly cooked food, dog friendly as well.

Super friendly staff, very accommodating made us feel so welcome and nothing was too much trouble. Menu was amazing, so much choice and prices very reasonable. Quality ingredients, well cooked and presented. This was our first visit and already plan the next one. Thank you

Buddha bowl and ploughman’s were both lovely, but a little expensive for the type of restaurant. Good service. However there wasn’t any draught beer and there were a few wasps in the back room as the windows were open.

Food was nice, not outstanding but a little above average. Booked for 12pm and fish already sold out. Only 3 stars due to the service. Whilst the waitress was extremely polite it took quite some time for the meals to arrive, and then we didn’t...

Booked a table for Afternoon Tea with my mum. She requires gluten free food and was so well catered for! Food was lovely, service was great and we will definitely be back! Thanks so much.

Excellent service and excellent food. Well worth a visit if you want something homemade and tasty. Will definitely go back again

Lots of choices and fantastic service from all staff. Ham hock was delish and had a lovely homemade scone

Fantastic food and service for my mum's 80th birthday celebration lunch. Thank you so much. We will definitely be back

Visited 14/8/23 requested a booth for our party and request was fulfilled. Great waiting staff, lovely food everyone in our group enjoyed our meal and coffee afterwards . We were not rushed as we were talking and catching up . Had the Buddha bowl with...

An absolutely beautiful place, food was amazing. As the last booking of the day we did feel a little rushed at the end, other than that it was all very nice

Lovely food, great setting & pretty good service given how busy it had been. Not pressured to finish eating & go so able to have a long leisurely catch up with friends. It's my 4th or 5th visit, and some of my friends 2nd after...

Lovely breakfast/brunch. Good variety on menu, staff friendly and helpful. Max is a real credit to the business, brilliant waiter with great customer service. Lovely unique setting, very welcoming and inviting.

Come here often. Never been let down with quality of food. Friendliness of staff and selection of food available. Ambiance is also great, very relaxed. One of our favourite places. *****

First time here for an impromptu roast dinner, did not disappoint. Cauliflower cheese is a must! Breakfast are great and they always oblige with my requests.

This is the second time here for lunch and once again it was absolutely delicious. I orded the balti bowl and my wife had the cod goujons, we left feeling proper stuffed 😋 Great friendly service as usual.

Excellent food, service and atmosphere. Staff are very friendly make you feel so welcome , it's our third lunch visit and every visit has had the same welcoming atmosphere and lovely food. We will definitely be back for the amazing triple cooked chops and the...

Staff are wonderful, decor is cool but sadly we were let down by the food at brunch especially the avocado on toast. A sparse smear of avocado on the under cooked limp Toast. The courgette and sweetcorn fritters looked delicious but sadly the fritters tasted...

Nice staff, nice food, nice environment Quiet place to stay. My husband had a steak and eggs. It was huge

Disappointed. We love this place, but on this day, we felt they let us down. Breakfast arrived - beans were burnt, the egg I had ordered was not correct - I ordered poached and got a fried egg. The sausage didnt look cooked and the...

Love this place very qwerky interior cosy and friendly. Had a lovely Sunday lunch followed by the best salted caramel brownie. The best bit is we can bring our dog too

A lovely little restaurant situated inside a local garden centre. Once inside you would never know with cozy interior - the restaurant has a great atmosphere. The choice of food was extensive and there was a separate ice cream counter. I can recommend the fish...

We love this place but first for a breakie. Fab food and service and never disappoints. Thank you it was epic!

This is a nice place to have brunch normally, not a good experience this time :( Asked for a table in the main dining area when booked, not able to have this and our brunch took 40 minutes to come out to us, had to...

We visited for a family birthday lunch with people coming from different locations - so took a chance based on reviews. It was excellent - lovely service, great food and we were able to take our time. The gluten intolerant member of the family was...

This is a great spot for brunch and meeting with family and friends. Environment is welcoming and cosy. Food is cooked fresh and piping hot. A hidden treasure in Tamworth. Not to be missed!

Always a pleasure coming to the forest restaurant. We have only been here 2 times after our friends recommended and we now know it will be the place to go whenever we want to go out. Great food and a very friendly atmosphere! We will...

We went for lunch on Monday. The food was excellent as usual. The staff were very pleasant and welcoming. There was a short wait for food but it is only to be expected if you want fresh food cooked from scratch. I always think if...

We were looking for somewhere to lunch on our way back from Birmingham and after reading so many great reviews on here, we picked this place. The service was awful, left waiting ages to even get a drinks order taken and noticed two other tables...

Lovely cafe restaurant decked out with a cool rainforest theme. The weather was very rainforest Saturday when we went which added to the ambience! Attentive staff even though it was busy and well cooked food - we had fish and chips - lovely light batter...

Lovely venue, lovely food with lots of choice for different preferences. Fantastic service from Hannah - would highly recommend

We had Sunday lunch which was fabulous. Husband had beef and I had nut roast which was delicious. Yorkshire puddings are amazing! Lovely atmosphere and staff are really friendly and helpful.

We had lunch here and it was really nice. Lovely tasty food, nice surroundings and friendly staff. We look forward to coming back.

We met friends for lunch, the menu has a good selection of options, we received excellent service and the food was good and plentiful.

Excellent food and friendly service. Part of our group were running late due to traffic on main road outside garden centre but this was no problem for staff. They were welcoming, understanding and we didn’t feel rushed at all. Baby friendly with high chairs and...

Arranged afternoon tea & extras for a birthday gathering of 16 people, we had a very enjoyable relaxed afternoon, service & food fantastic. Would highly recommend

Food was fabulous, as always and am happy to say the service matched it this time. Looking forward to going back

Lovely breakfast but thought it was a bit over priced and a bit stingy with the hollandaise sauce on the eggs Benedict

Always excellent serving staff , service & quality food cooked & presented perfectly. Would like a healthy brunch option adding.

Booked to go for a bottomless brunch to celebrate a hen party for a friend and had a fabulous afternoon. Our table was waiting for us even though we were slightly early and staff made sure our time didn't start until all of our party...

Baked beans were cold and we had to wait 45 mins for our food. We were not told that there was a delay on food