The Forest Grill – American
Stepping into The Forest Grill feels like entering a refined woodland retreat where the earthy aroma of wild mushroom soup and slow-simmered bolognese fills the air. The kitchen transforms seasonal harvests into artful plates, from the delicate brightness of yellowfin crudo to the rich, velvety comfort of butternut agnolotti and golden-fried arancini. It is a sanctuary of rustic elegance where every dish, whether a simple farm egg or complex black rice, celebrates the deep, soulful flavors of the land.
Forest Avenue https://www.forestbirmingham.comRating: 4/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: American
Price range: $$
Dietary options: vegetarian, high-protein, vegan, keto, low-carb, pescatarian, low-sodium, whole30, paleo, plant-based, heart-healthy, low-fat, dash-sodium-reduced, anti-inflammatory, high-fiber, atkins, south-beach, low-cholesterol, gerd, tlc, alkaline, carnivore, zone, volumetrics, aip, renal, raw-food, slow-carb, macrobiotic, lectin-free
Currently closed
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM
What diners are saying
Diners rave about the mouth-watering dishes and generous portions, frequently highlighting the high quality of the food that leaves guests feeling thoroughly satisfied. Celebrated for its pleasant environment and memorable atmosphere, the experience is elevated by helpful, knowledgeable servers who provide attentive guidance through the menu. Reviewers consistently praise the warm hospitality and the overall value of the meal, making it a top choice for those seeking a welcoming and flavorful dining experience.
Menu
Starters
- Brussels Sprouts - $15: Bulgarian feta, golden raisins Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Carnivore, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Caesar Salad - $14: Parmesan cheese, croutons Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Citrus Salad - $17: Dates, radish, olive, chili vinaigrette Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, High-Fiber, Alkaline Available at: dinner, lunch
- Yellowfin Crudo - $21: Bonito mousse, shallot, chili crisp Dietary tags: Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Raw-Food, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Black Rice - $18: Sesame, roasted tomato, cobia, nori Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mushroom Soup - $11: Truffle creme fraiche, chive Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, GERD-Friendly, Carnivore, Zone, Volumetrics Available at: dinner, lunch
- Farm Egg - $15: Madeira sabayon, maitake Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: brunch, dinner, lunch
- Arancini - $24: Blue crab, saffron, tomato butter Available at: dinner, lunch
Pasta
- Bolognese - $17: Traditional meat sauce Available at: dinner, lunch
- Butternut Agnolotti - $19: Shrimp, leek, fennel tarragon butter Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cavatelli e Ceci - $18: Cauliflower, black currant, pine nut Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Ricotta Gnocchi - $19: Tomato, parmesan, truffle Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Gemelli - $21: Confit duck, porcini mushroom, swiss chard Available at: dinner, lunch
- Lasagna - $34: Sausage ragu bianco, taleggio bechamel Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
Main Courses
- Branzino - $62: Carrot, saffron fumet, raisin, sill, pine nut Dietary tags: Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- Salmon - $35: Sea island red pea, marinated date, burnt onion Dietary tags: High-Protein, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- Lamb Sausage - $48: Yukon gold, cabbage, bordelaise Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- Veal Cutlet - $51: Arugula, tomato, soffrito Dietary tags: Whole30, Paleo, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- Filet Mignon - $67: Sauce zingara au poivre, chestnut mushroom, swiss chard Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken - $38: Farro, nduja, orange Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Duck Frites - $45: À l'orange, castelvetrano olive Dietary tags: Whole30, Paleo, AIP, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Sides
- Mushrooms - $14: Salsa verde, pistachio Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, Renal, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- Butter Beans - $14: Olive pepper tapenade, arugula, rosemary oil Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Home Fries - $12: Garlic aioli Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: breakfast, brunch, dinner, lunch
- Spiced Carrots - $13: Swiss chard, walnut Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
Beverages
- Elephant in the Room - $19: 1792 small batch, see the elephant, aperol Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based
- Heated Argument - $19: Casamigos reposado, cointreau, thai bird chili Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based
- Midnight Solace - $15: Dark rum, tia maria, pedro ximénez, walnut bitters Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based
- Ash and Gold - $18: Mezcal, st. george chili, pineapple, black sesame, lime Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based
- Verde Bloom - $17: Hendrick's, basil syrup, dolin dry, tonic Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Citrus Kiss - $15: White blossom vodka, lemon, grapefruit
- Rock & Rye (Zero Proof) - $15: Cherry vanilla shrub Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Macrobiotic
- Love Potion (Zero Proof) - $16: Strawberry, guava, lemon Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Piña Fresca (Zero Proof) - $16: Pineapple mango jalapeño, orange, lime Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Alkaline
- Griffin Claw Norm’s - $9 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Peroni - $8
- El Rojo - $9 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Aval Gold - $8 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Avinyó Reserva - $12 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- M. Bonnamy 'Cremant' - $17 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- Louis Roederer 'Collection 243' - $30 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Frenzy White Wine - $13 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- Bravium White Wine - $16 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- Sylvaine & Alain Normand White Wine - $19 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- Jermann White Wine - $17 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- La Cave Des Vins 'Les Fontenelles' White Wine - $25 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- Clos Cibonne 'Tibouren' Rosé - $25 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- Birichino Red Wine - $19 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- Renato Ratti Red Wine - $18 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- Argiano Red Wine - $16 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- Treana Red Wine - $19 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- Faust Red Wine - $29 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
Frequently Asked Questions about The Forest Grill
- What are the standout dishes based on the menu?
- Standout dishes include yellowfin crudo, butternut agnolotti, arancini, black rice, mushroom soup, bolognese, and the highly-praised branzino and lasagna.
- Which diets does this restaurant support based on its menu?
- The restaurant supports numerous diets including keto, vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free, dairy-free, mediterranean, paleo, whole30, and various health-focused or low-carb options.
- What do customers love most about this restaurant according to reviews?
- Diners rave about the mouth-watering dishes, generous portions, and high-quality food, while praising the knowledgeable servers and warm hospitality.
- What are the most popular dishes at this restaurant?
- Popular dishes include wild mushroom soup, bolognese, yellowfin crudo, butternut agnolotti, golden-fried arancini, and the highly-praised lasagna and branzino.
- What are the main concerns mentioned in customer reviews?
- Customer reviews do not mention any main concerns, instead focusing on the mouth-watering dishes, generous portions, and attentive service.
- What should first-time visitors know about this restaurant?
- Visitors can expect generous portions of high-quality American cuisine served by knowledgeable staff in a welcoming, rustic woodland atmosphere.
- What's the best way to experience this restaurant?
- Enjoy the memorable atmosphere and generous portions of high-quality American dishes while receiving attentive guidance from knowledgeable, helpful servers.
- How does this restaurant compare to others in the same cuisine type?
- This moderate-priced American restaurant stands out for its high-quality dishes, generous portions, and extensive dietary options across 34 different categories.
- What is the price range at this restaurant?
- The Forest Grill is a moderately priced ($$) restaurant where reviewers consistently praise the overall value of the meal.
- Does this restaurant offer good ambiance?
- Diners celebrate the restaurant for its pleasant environment and memorable atmosphere, describing it as a welcoming sanctuary of rustic elegance.
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