Forest Byron Bay Menu

Breakfast

To eat

Seasonal fruits (VG, GF) Locally sourced Reducing waste seasonal fruits, compressed apple, elderflower syrup

21

Pecan and maple granola (GF, VGa) Locally sourced Reducing waste choice of natural or coconut yoghurt, crunchy clusters, cherry compote

23

Sourdough crumpets (V) Locally sourced Reducing waste Ehical meats Eco friendly packaging two sourdough crumpets, Byron Bay ricotta, burnt fig jam

19

Strawberry pancakes (V) Locally sourced Reducing waste fluffy pancakes, poached strawberries, mascarpone, cookie crumble, lemon balm

26

Avocado toast (VG, GFa) Locally sourced Reducing waste smashed avocado, pickled beetroot, coconut feta on Sunday Sustainable Bakery's grain bread

25

Eggs your way (V, GFa) Locally sourced Reducing waste two free-range eggs, fried, scrambled or poached on toasted sourdough

25

Forest breakfast burger (GFa, VGa) Locally sourced Reducing waste Bangalow Sweet Pork bacon, smashed avocado, chilli jam, rocket on brioche

23

Truffle toast (V, GFa) Locally sourced Reducing waste truffle scrambled egg, roasted field mushroom, shaved pecorino on sourdough

28

Our menu is updated according to the seasons and availably of the freshest ingredients. We are conscious of waste and our environmental footprint. As a result, your first choice may not be available, and menus are subject to change without notice. If you need assistance, please speak to one of our friendly team members.

Sides

Bangalow Sweet Pork bacon (GF, DF) Locally sourced Reducing waste

8

Mini hash browns (GF) with truffle salt

8

Smoked salmon (GF, DF) Locally sourced Ehical meats

9

Smashed avocado (VG, GF) Locally sourced Reducing waste

7

Thyme and garlic-roasted field mushrooms (VG, GF) Locally sourced Reducing waste Culturally considered

9

Tea, coffee & hot chocolate

Hot chocolate

5.5

Social Alchemy adaptogenic hot chocolate dark and addictive hot chocolate for grown ups. A seductive superfood blend made with mineral rich cacao, medicinal mushroom and vibrant ginger zest.

6.5

Alchemy Elixir chai latte a relaxing drink that combines organic black tea with vanilla, cloves, nutmeg and cardamom.

7

Golden turmeric latte Golden Turmeric Elixir has a pleasantly balanced earthy turmeric and ginger taste, with just a hint of cinnamon.

7

Maho matcha latte Maho Matcha Elixir is an authentic blend of 100%, pure, premium Japanese matcha from growers in the ancient prefecture of Kyoto, Shizuoka (where Mt. Fuji stands) and Mie regions.

7

Basset Espresso Paul's Blend. All the usual suspects: flat white, lattes, cappuccinos. You get it.

5.5

Byron Bay Tea Company traditional teas English Breakfast, Earl Grey, Organic chai, Peppermint, Sencha Green, and Chamomile

5.5

Byron Bay Tea Company oriental teas Buddha’s Tears and white tea

8.5

Byron Bay Tea Company wellness blends Digest, Immunity, Nursing, Glow and Ginger Zing

7.5

Sticky chai pot

8

Dirty chai

7.5

Cold breakfast bevvies

Byron Bay Cold Pressed Juice Main Beach - orange
Tallows - Apple, celery, cucumber, silver beet, kate, parsley, ginger and lemon
Clarkes - carrot, apple, ginger, turmeric and lemon
Belongil - beetroot, apple, celery, ginger, turmeric and lemon

12

Bloody Mary Vodka, Tabasco sauce, Worcestershire sauce, tomato juice and spices

24

Mimosa sparkling wine with orange juice or pineapple juice.

16

Turmeric smoked pineapple pineapple rum, turmeric syrup, pepperberry, pineapple juice

24

Matcha Martini mcadamia, Brookie's pure vodka, matcha syrup, cinnamon powder

25

Smoothies

Green smoothie coconut water, banana, mango, spinach and kale

15

Tropical smoothie coconut water, mango and pineapple

15

North Wall Kombucha Byron Bay apple, ginger and turmeric/passionfruit

11

Iced coffee, tea, chocolate

Iced latte or long black

6.50

Iced matcha or chai

7

Iced coffee or chocolate (with ice cream)

8

Lunch and bar

Light bites and snacks

available 12pm to 9pm daily

Hot damper (V, GFa) cultured smoked butter, ash salt

9 per piece

Mixed marinated olives (VG, GF) citrus, herbs and mild spice

15

Freshly shucked oysters (GF, DF, A*) Locally sourced Reducing waste au naturel with lemon

39/72

Ballina prawn roll (DF, A*) Locally sourced sauce gribiche, mixed herbs

19

Heirloom beetroot and pickled persimmon (VG, GFa) Locally sourced Culturally considered wattleseed cultured coconut feta, green bunya cotto, toasted seed crumb

28

Something more

available 12pm to 9pm daily

Forest chopped salad (VG, GF) Locally sourced Reducing waste chopped broccolini, peas, edamame, charred peppers, avocado, herbs, coconut feta

add grilled chicken (GF, DF) 9
add poached egg (GF, DF) 5
add grilled steak (GF, DF) 12

31

Ancient grain and seed salad (VG, GF, N) Locally sourced Reducing waste kale, carrot, roasted mixed nuts, miso citrus dressing

add grilled chicken (GF, DF) 9
add poached egg (GF, DF) 5
add grilled steak (GF, DF) 12

26

300g chef's cut steak (GF, DF) Locally sourced Reducing waste Ehical meats skin-on chips, local leaf greens, red wine jus

59

Ballina catch of the day (GF, A*) Locally sourced pan-fried line-caught fillet, skin-on chips, local leaf greens, sauce gribiche

market price

Forest beef brisket burger (GFa, DFa) Locally sourced sliced tomato, cheese, caramelised onion, butter leaf, barbecue sauce, Turkish bun served with skin-on chips, aioli

31

Forest chicken burger (GFa, DFa) Locally sourced grilled chicken, sliced tomato, cheese, butter leaf, sweet chilli sauce, Turkish bun served with skin-on chips, aioli

31

Forest lentil chickpea burger (VG, GFa) Locally sourced lentil and chickpea patty, sliced tomato, vegan cheese, ginger mayo, butter leaf, Turkish bun served with skin-on chips, aioli

31

Lunch

available 12pm to 3pm daily

Grilled Ballina king prawns (GF, A*) Locally sourced Reducing waste tamarind beurre noisette, shaved bottarga, samphire

35

Forest miso-baked sugarloaf cabbage (VG, GF) Locally sourced Eco friendly packaging crisp shallots

18

Whole side of local market fish (GF, A*) Locally sourced hand-cut russet potatoes, citrus sauce gribiche

market price

Slow-braised lamb shoulder (GF, DF) Culturally considered sautéed dark greens, native pepperberry jus

107

On the side

available 12pm to 9pm daily

Skin on chips (GF, DF, VGa) Eco friendly packaging roasted garlic aioli

17

Green leaf salad (VG, GF) Locally sourced Eco friendly packaging native vinaigrette

17

To finish

available 12pm to 9pm daily

Textures of lemon (VG, GF, N) Locally sourced pistachio crumb, lemon balm, lemon sorbet

20

White chocolate crémeux (GF, V) Locally sourced Reducing waste Eco friendly packaging local honeycomb, wattleseed sponge, honey pearls

20

Vanilla poached pear (V, GF, N) Locally sourced Reducing waste Eco friendly packaging crème anglaise, coffee chocolate, pecan praline

20

Nimbin brie cheese (V, N, GFa) Locally sourced almond paste, grapes, our crackers, sourdough toast

16

Dinner

Our Greatest Hits | Tasting menu for groups of 2-7

159 per person

Hot damper (V, GFa) cultured smoked butter, ash salt

Twice-baked Nimbin Monti Nardi cheese soufflé (GF, V) Locally sourced Reducing waste caramelised truffle leek, velouté, potato crisp

Torched slipper lobster (GF, DF, N, A*) Locally sourced Reducing waste preserved lemon, braised fennel, salted caper macadamia crumb

Grilled Ballina king prawns (GF, DFa, A*) Locally sourced Ehical meats tamarind beurre noisette, shaved bottarga, samphire

Chef’s cut steak (GF, DF) Locally sourced Ehical meats king brown mushroom, Forest mustard, puy lentils, bordelaise sauce

White chocolate crémeux (GF, V) Locally sourced Eco friendly packaging Culturally considered local honeycomb, wattleseed sponge, honey pearls

Experience a taste of Forest with Our Greatest Hits, a curated selection of six of our signature dishes served as they're ready. Thoughtfully curated to showcase the best of the season and the kitchen, it's an effortless way to experience the flavours that define Forest.

Feed-Me | Tasting menu for groups of 8+

95 per person

Hot damper (V, GFa) cultured smoked butter, ash salt

Heirloom beetroot and pickled persimmon (VG, GFa) Locally sourced Culturally considered wattleseed cultured coconut feta, green bunya cotto, toasted seed crumb

Grilled Ballina king prawns (GF, DFa, A*) Locally sourced Ehical meats tamarind beurre noisette, shaved bottarga, samphire

Quail roulade (DF, GFa) Locally sourced black garlic jus, pearl barley, pickled tomato, nasturtium oil

Whole side of local market fish (GF, A*) Locally sourced Reducing waste hand-cut russet potatoes, citrus sauce gribiche

Slow-braised lamb shoulder (GF, DF) sautéed dark greens, native pepperberry jus

Green leaf salad (VG, GF) Locally sourced Reducing waste Eco friendly packaging Culturally considered native vinaigrette

Skin on potato chips (GF, DF, VGa) aioli

Designed for sharing and guided by the season, our Feed Me experience showcases a curated selection of Forest favourites. Begin with a selection of entrées before enjoying two signature mains to share, served with seasonal sides. Vegan alternatives are available for the lamb and fish courses, while premium upgrades, including freshly shucked oysters, chef's cut steak and dessert, are available for those looking to elevate the experience.

Snacks

Hot damper ( V, GFa) cultured smoked butter, ash salt

9

Cured kangaroo gilda (GF, DF) Locally sourced house pickles

15

Fresh shucked oysters (GF, DF, A*) Locally sourced native ginger, lime and chilli pearls
au naturel with lemon

half dozen 39

dozen 72

Starters

Heirloom beetroot and pickled persimmon (VG, GFa) Locally sourced Culturally considered wattleseed cultured coconut feta, green bunya cotto, toasted seed crumb

30

Twice-baked Nimbin Monti Nardi cheese soufflé (GF, V) Locally sourced Reducing waste caramelised truffle leek, velouté, potato crisp

30

Grilled Ballina king prawns (GF, DFa) Locally sourced Ehical meats tamarind beurre noisette, shaved bottarga, samphire

35

Torched slipper lobster (GF, DF, N) Locally sourced Reducing waste Culturally considered preserved lemon, braised fennel, salted caper macadamia crumb

35

Quail roulade (DF, GFa) Locally sourced black garlic jus, pearl barley, pickled tomato, nasturtium oil

33

Mains

Zucchini cannelloni (VG, GF, N) Locally sourced Reducing waste Culturally considered roasted butternut, fermented cashew cream, confit fennel, crushed saltbush

41

Lion’s mane steak (VG, GF) Locally sourced Reducing waste Eco friendly packaging cannellini bean purée, winter mushroom jus, wild garlic chive emulsion

41

Panfried market fish (GF, A*) Locally sourced Ehical meats lemon myrtle salt, Romanesco cauliflower, vegetable noisette, citrus beurre blanc, Yarra Valley salmon caviar

market price

Chargrilled pork cutlet (GF) Locally sourced Reducing waste burnt apple, celeriac gratin, pork scratching, jus

49

Chef’s cut steak (GF, DF) Locally sourced Ehical meats king brown mushroom, Forest mustard, puy lentils, bordelaise sauce

64

To share

Slow braised lamb shoulder (GF, DF) Ehical meats Culturally considered sautéed dark greens, native pepperberry jus

107

Whole side of roasted market fish (GF, A*) Locally sourced Reducing waste hand-cut russet potatoes, citrus sauce gribiche

market price

Sides

Hand-cut chips (GF, DF, VGa) Reducing waste Forest mustard aioli

16

Olive oil herb mash (GF, VG) Reducing waste smoked salt

17

Forest miso-baked sugarloaf cabbag (VG, DF) crisp shallots

18

Green leaf salad (VG, GF) Locally sourced Reducing waste Eco friendly packaging Culturally considered native vinaigrette

17

Dessert

Textures of lemon (VG, GF, N) pistachio crumb, lemon balm, lemon sorbet

20

White chocolate crémeux (GF, V) Locally sourced Reducing waste Eco friendly packaging local honeycomb, wattleseed sponge, honey pearls

20

Wategos’ bonfire (GF, DF, V) coconut ice cream, lime sorbet, meringue, Lord Byron Distillery rum

23

Vanilla poached pear (V, GF, N) crème anglaise, coffee chocolate, pecan praline

20

Nimbin Brie (V, N, GFa) Locally sourced almond honey paste, grapes, our crackers, sourdough toast

Ask about today’s Chef-selected cheese

16

Dessert Wine 60ml

2022 Pennyweight Gold Beechworth, VIC

19

Valdespino ‘El Candado’ Pedro Ximénez Spain

16

2022 Lark Hill Ley-Line Riesling Canberra Region, ACT

21

Digestif 30ml ask our team for today's selection

Cognac 30ml ask our team for today's selection

Drinks

Signature cocktails

At Forest, we embrace the changing of seasons and the quiet moments the darker days bring. Self-reflection, deep conversation, the comfort of something warm in hand. Our signature cocktails are designed for lingering. Spiced, stirred, bright where it matters.

Forest margarita Bright | Coastal | Spiced
Tromba tequila, Lord Byron Falernum, lime

Saltbush sour Silky | Saline | Citrus
Lord Byron Pina Rum, lemon, saltbush, native finger lime

Hinterland paloma Fresh | Zesty | Herbaceous
Lord Byron Hinterland Gin, lime, grapefruit soda

Seasalt martini Clean | Mineral | Coastal
Never Never Oyster Shell Gin, dry vermouth, iceplant

Golden wattle flip Creamy | Toasted | Velvet
vanilla-infused bourbon, Brookie’s Mac, wattleseed

Finger lime fizz Light | Floral | Effervescent
Brookie’s Pure Vodka, Byron Bay Spirits lychee liqueur, lemon, finger lime, saltbush

Dry Manhattan Dark | Bitter | Refined
Woodford Reserve, sweet vermouth, Luxardo Maraschino Originale, chocolate bitters

Premium cocktails

Cinnamon negroni Warming | Smoky | Bitter
cinnamon myrtle infused Casamigos Mezcal, Campari, Antica, vanilla

Forest kick Nutty | Honeyed | Citrus
Highwayman Single Malt Whisky, whisky barrel aged honey, Brookie’s macadamia liquor, macadamia orgeat, fresh lemon

Smoked gum gimlet Smoky | Aromatic | Native citrus
Brookie’s Dry Gin, quandong, lime, smoked gum

Local gin bar

Discover a curated collection of locally crafted gins, served as a 45ml pour in a balloon glass with a signature garnish. Choose your companion: Indian tonic, Mediterranean tonic, aromatic tonic or premium soda, and let the landscape speak through every sip.

Forest Gin by Byron Bay Spirits Byron Bay, NSW

Lord Byron Hinterland Gin Byron Bay, NSW

Lord Byron Lighthouse Gin Byron Bay, NSW

Brookie's Dry Gin Byron Bay, NSW

Brookie’s 'Shirl the Pearl' Cumquat Gin Byron Bay, NSW

Brookie's 'Slow' Gin Byron Bay, NSW

Brookie’s Turkish Delight Gin Byron Bay, NSW

Ink Art Gin Tumbulgum, NSW

Ink Bitter Orange Gin Tumbulgum, NSW

Winding Road Sea & Citrus Gin Tintenbar, NSW

Aperitifs

Aperol

Campari

Pimm's

Antica Formula

Noilly Prat

Our selection of wines

Champagne NV Louis Roederer Collection 246
2017 Louis Roederer Vintage Rosé
NV Taittinger Prestige Rosé
NV Laurent Perrier Cuvée Rosé
2012 Louis Roederer Cristal Rosé

Sparkling NV Dal Zotto ‘Pucino’ Prosecco
2023 Quealy Splendido Metodo Ancestrale
MV Clover Hill Exceptionnelle
2024 ‘Party Time’ Petillant Naturel
NV Spagnol ‘Col del Sas’ Valdobbiadene Prosecco
NV Coeur de sages Blanc de Blanc

Rosé and orange 2025 Whistler Back to Basics Skin Contact White
2023 LaZona ‘Chrismont Rosato’ Rose
2025 Gilbert Rose Field Blend
2024 Cullen Dancing In The Moonlight Rosé
2025 Natural Order ‘Imaginarium’ Rosé
2024 Maison Saint AIX
2024 Susucaru Rosato

White 2025 Lark Hill Regional Riesling
2024 Adelina Watervale Riesling
2025 Scarborough Green Label Semillon
2025 Offshoot Vermentino
2023 Audrey Wilkinson Verdelho
2025 See Saw ‘Balance’ Sauvignon Blanc
2024 Gilbert Sauvignon Blanc
2025 Shaw + Smith Sauvignon Blanc
2024 Mahi “Alias” Sauvignon Blanc
2024 Domaine Gueguen Chablis
2022 I Vigneri di Salvo Foti “Aurora” Carricante
2024 Oliver’s Taranga Fiano
2025 Trentham Estate Pinot Gris
2025 Nick Spencer Pinot Gris
2025 Gilbert ‘Regional’ Pinot Gris
2024 Kellerei Kaltern Pinot Grigio
2020 The Story “Westgate” Marsanne / Roussanne / Viognier
2024 Byrne Farm Chardonnay
2024 Nick Spencer Chardonnay
2024 Audrey Wilkinson Chardonnay
2025 Patrick Sullivan Chardonnay
2023 Swinging Bridge “Caldwell Lane” Chardonnay

Red 2024 Lark Hill ‘Regional’ Pinot Noir
2024 Broad Arrow Pinot Noir
2024 Thousand Candles “Gathering Field” Pinot Noir
2024 Dexter Pinot Noir
2024 Tolpuddle Pinot Noir
2023 XO Wine Co Gamay
2023 Bruno Rocca “Trifol’è” Dolcetto d’Alba
2024 Nick Spencer “Unum” GSM
2024 Ravensworth Barbera Nebbiolo
2024 Oliver’s Taranga Small Batch Grenache
2024 Andrew Thomas “Synergy” Shiraz
2023 Place of Changing Winds Syrah
2013 La Stoppa Camporomano Barbera
2025 Robert Stein Merlot
2022 Pooles Rock “Premiere” Shiraz
2022 Shaw + Smith Shiraz
2021 Stoke Shiraz
2022 Leeuwin Estate “Prelude” Cabernet Sauvignon
2022 McHenry Hohnen “Rocky Road” Margaret River, WA 72
Cabernet Sauvignon
2021 Henschke Mount Edelstone Shiraz
2017 Henschke Hill of Roses Shiraz
2017 Henschke Hill of Grace Shiraz

Dessert wine Valdespino ‘El Candado’ Pedro Ximénez
2022 Lark Hill Ley-Line Riesling
2022 Pennyweight Gold

Little Ones

Breakfast (12yrs and below)

Eggs on toast (V, GFa) Locally sourced Reducing waste scrambled eggs on toast

16

Kids avocado toast (V, GFa) Locally sourced Reducing waste smashed avocado on toasted sourdough

16

Fluffy pancake (V) Locally sourced Reducing waste berries, chocolate sauce

16

Kids seasonal fruit (V, GF, VGa) Locally sourced Reducing waste natural yoghurt or coconut yoghurt

16

Selection of cereals Weet-Bix, Coco Pops and rice bubbles with your choice of milk

9

Lunch and dinner

150g of scotch fillet steak (GF) shoestring fries and leaf salad

16

Fish fingers (GF) battered or grilled, with chips and veggie sticks

15

Spaghetti noodles (V) cheesy napolitana sauce

14

Chicken karaage nuggets (GF) chips and tomato sauce

14

Gooey cheeseburger with chips

16

Sweets

Chocolate brownie (V) house-baked with vanilla ice-cream and chocolate fudge

16

Kids bowl of ice cream (two scoops) choose 2: vanilla (GF), chocolate (GF), mango (GF, VG), raspberry (GF, VG)

12

Tuttu fruitti (GF) fruit salad with mini marshmallows and vanilla ice cream

15

To drink

Kids juices apple | pineapple | orange

5

Babycino

2.5

Hot chocolate

5.5

GF (Gluten Free) DF (Dairy Free) V (Vegetarian) VG (Vegan) 

Climate Calories

 Locally sourced - within a three-hour radius of the restaurant
 Minimised waste - the chef has used all of the ingredient to reduce any waste
 Ethical meats - use of the whole beast, line caught fish or sustainably farmed
  Eco-friendly packaging - Ingredient supplied in 100% recycled or bio-packaging
 Culturally considered - using native ingredients and working with indigenous communities

We’re cash-free

Please note Forest Byron Bay does not accept cash. Debit cards and all major credit cards are welcome. 1% surcharge applies on credit cards. 15% public holiday and Sunday surcharge also applies.

With the lush rainforest as its backdrop, Forest serves up the ultimate fine-dining Byron Bay experience featuring the best of modern Australian cuisine. Passionately sustainable, we work with local farmers, growers and artisans while growing our own herbs and harvesting honey from our four beehives.  

About Forest

Get taken on a culinary journey with dishes showcasing the freshest seasonal produce…with a twist. Feed your soul with a Byron Bay breakfast of freshly baked goods, brekkie classics, smoothies and hot and cold bevvies. Lunch offers an array of signature dishes. Our unique Byron Bay dinner is a sumptuous selection of grazable starters, distinctly Australian mains highlighting the best local produce. Take your seat at nature-inspired Forest and prepare for one of the best breakfasts, lunches and dinners in Byron Bay. 

Just drinks? Enjoy our list of locally inspired cocktails, Byron Bay beers and brews, fancy wines or a tipple from our gin bar. 

Forest and Crystalbrook Collection are proud to serve exclusively Australian seafood.

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