The Forest Nook Restaurant

Well we really wanted to like this restaurant since it seems to be super popular. We were lucky enough to secure a reservation during the gingerbread festival event. Keep in mind this restaurants seating area is in a covered/heated outdoor patio... We showed up on time and were promptly seated. Our server came immediately and took our drink order, but this is when everything slowwwwed down. It took 20 minutes to get drinks. So when our server came back, we immediately put in our food order since we were starving and knew that the food may take a while. It took nearly an hour to get four sandwiches, a burger, and a kids pizza. The server did not check in with us at all so we had no idea how long the food would take... Overall the food was OK, some things were great others were not very good. Burger and cheese balls were great... The fish sandwich and meatball sub not so much. We may return in a pinch, but may not be able to if we didn't have a reservation...

I recommend visiting this charming restaurant located in Cook Forest.There is a little store adjacent to the restaurant which has really cute little homemade gifts and Bigfoot related merchandise. You select the items you want to purchase and then bring to the restaurant. Walking into the café/restaurant, there wasn't a sign "wait here to be seated" etc. or anything like that.. so we caught the attention of a waitress who was friendly and sat us at a table. The forest nook was busy on this Saturday afternoon. The patrons seem to be locals and visitors as well. The menu had something for everyone and our server was quite friendly. My boyfriend ordered the personal pizza which was incredibly fresh. I ordered the steak and cheese sandwich. My sandwich was also delicious and very filling. There were specialty cocktails available as well as beer on the menu. I really enjoyed the outside décor of The Forest Nook. The restaurant updates their hours and special events on their facebook page. They also accept reservations on their website. We had a great first experience and cannot to return!!

We were thrilled to learn from Nicole at The Wayside in Lucinda that the Forest Nook was open and that she was specializing in her Italian heritage. We rent a cabin in late October and mid April and the restaurant choices are few. We shared a very generous serving of lasagne and my husband liked it so much that we froze our leftovers and brought them home to Juno Beach.We are looking forward to more delightful meals in this cozy little restaurant in April.

The food here is delicious. They have a "sweet" red sauce that we absolutely love. Anything on the menu here is recommended. The service was on point and the server/greeter were friendly and accommodating. I would highly recommend reservations as they are always very busy. The second best part is the outdoor seating and deck, very nice outdoor location. You will not be disappointed.

Stopped in to check out this roadside cafe serving up beeftastic open faced hot roast beef sandwiches with nice thick cut potato bread and mashed potatoes. The gravy coated everything nicely in a beefy bath and had the right amount of salt. The Pecan Dolphin Salad was good but don't expect fresh Mahi Mahi off the pier Day-boat. Nuff said. A side of homemade potato salad offered traditional, non-sweet mayo/mustard dressing and firm potatoes. Perfect for a pre-hike brunch in Cooks Forest. Their iced tea is killer fresh too! Plenty of parking and nice deck. The service was outstanding!

Another COVID19 review. My family and I were staying nearby in Cooks Forest and decided to visit here on a Friday for dinner. Due to the reduced seating we made sure we were here shortly before they opened so we could procure outside seating. We were promptly seated and the waiter was fairly attentive as the restaurant filled up fast. I had the chicken parm with wedding soup. Portions were definitely fair. My wife had roast beef, my oldest son had the stuffed shells, and my youngest had a kids meal. All of us were very happy with our meals. Food had a lot of flavor and certainly was fresh. Outside seating was covered and even eating in July you were still comfortable. Even though the portions were good, we planned for desert. Peanut butter pie was definitely freshly made/not out of a box. My youngest had a brownie sundae which also was a fair size. Overall I would certainly return. Price point was fair, food quality was very good, and the service was certainly above average.

This lil' nook is the cutest. We sat outside under the covered patio. We loved the decor . I had unsweetened tea which I believe they brew there. That's always a plus in my book. I dined on the honey mustard chicken salad sandwich & swapped the fries for a side salad. However, the fries looked so good & fresh cut. Our plates were nicely prepared. I though the honey mustard chicken salad was okay. Next time I'd opt for something else & I'd try a dessert. Desserts are all made on site. As we were finishing up, the Nook started to get very busy. I would definitely come back. Give this place a try.

I just had my first experience at The Forest Nook- and what a pleasant surprise it was! Although it was a busy holiday weekend, we were seated quickly and our orders were taken promptly. Service was very attentive and friendly and we were told everything on the menu was made from scratch in house. Now- on to the food!The menu has a lot of variety to offer without being overwhelming. The guys ordered a cheese pizza, and I ordered the turkey dinner. Again, despite the busy afternoon, our food came very promptly and was hot and fresh. The pizza looked good- though I didn't have any I can say that the boys enjoyed it. My turkey dinner was just delicious- fresh carved turkey, real mashed potatoes, homemade cranberry relish, fresh stuffing, mashed sweet potatoes and corn! Honestly the best turkey dinner (outside of my mom's Thanksgiving dinner!) I have ever had.There was a nice selection of homemade desserts on the menu, but we were too full to try any. I'm a little sad I didn't think to get a few to go. But now I have something new to look forward to for the next visit!

Cook Forest diamond! definitely need reservations! We haven't had any meals that was a miss. Absolutely wonderful food ambience in the forest!

Incredible food, service and atmosphere. I would eat here every day if I could. I had the lasagna and my wife had the Chicken Alfredo, both homemade and incredibly delicious. Saw several pizzas go out while we sat and they looked equally as good. New favorite place in cook forest.