Forest Cafe

First, I didn't eat here. I only had drinks. But I enjoyed the drinks and the atmosphere. This place is definitely meant for families. Mainly kids. But it's a really interesting concept and environment. There are multiple floors of restaurant. I'd definitely recommend getting a reservation before coming as the lineups are long. It was simply a unique experience. Some of the food reviews here aren't great. So take that into account. But walking down the street I saw this place and it immediately drew me in as it was very strange. If you like really strange concepts and underground restaurants, it's worth checking out!

The reviews had me worried - taking my 10 year old Great Niece. We arrived about 10 minutes early for our reservation, sat at the bar and were seated no problem on time. Yes it was busy and lots of people turning up hoping for tables. All the staff I saw were very friendly and our waitress was excellent. This is what you’d expect. Heavy on the kids, with a monkey walking round for photos. Happy birthday sung to those celebrating. Food came quickly and my Great Niece loved it. My food was tasty and being only 2 minutes from Piccadilly yes it wasn’t cheap. The ribs were too big so we had a box to take away. All in all it did what I wanted it too. Go in relaxed and I’m sure you’ll be fine.

I recently visited this restaurant and explored the first floor. The jungle theme decoration was impressive, and the interior was adorned with a variety of cute toy and stuffed animal dolls for sale, making it a perfect spot for kids. Overall, it's a great place to dine with family and enjoy the ambiance.

Kids loved it, it looks so cool when you arrive. The animals, the "storms", it was all great. The waitress was friendly and helpful, but she was so busy we did feel a little forgotten at times. We had to wait ages for our bill. The food is fine, but it's basically expensive pub grub! Kid-friendliness: The whole place is designed for kids!

Not quite how it was when known as The Rainforest Cafe, but still a lovely meal. Table was booked for 7pm, but we were seated early. Downside if table we were seated at....right at the back, tucked away in a corner, so missed the atmosphere if the restaurant. Extremely family orientated - expensive, but you're paying for the atmosphere which we missed. Also missed the "tropical storm" that used to be simulated.

Really really good. If you're reading this, you're probably considering it - it's worth it. We booked for 5pm, rang them, rearranged for 4pm, ended up getting here at like 3:30pm and they happily accommodated us a bit earlier with no issues. We came for our little one's birthday meal. Good value for the portion sizes we had to ask for a takeaway box for our left over food. Kids had a kids meal, again, good portion sizes, and the dessert sundae was delicious they noticed the birthday badge our kid was wearing, put a candle in the sundae and came around the table to sing happy birthday!. Atmosphere was really nice, a really cool rainforest environment, with moving animal props etc. The music and sounds of the water really helped set the mood. Our waitress/"safari guide" Ruby was really helpful and made sure we were comfortable and well looked after. Also, they have plenty of halal options. Just to mention, there isn't step free access, so we had to carry a pram down a short flight of steps. They told us about this when we booked anyway, which again, is very considerate of them! Thank you Jungle Cave!!!! Dietary restrictions: Halal

Dishes are ok, I'd say the typical American menu, complete with hot dogs and milkshakes, and done to decent quality. Not sure about the service though. I appreciate they're quite busy and there are lots of little ones, but you can't bring out dirty cutlery and cups one had lipstick on it... And you also need to check in sometimes to see if anyone needs anything else.

Loved dining here with my daughter, great fun. We both enjoyed our food, very quick service too and our waiter was very attentive. We swapped a mango milkshake for another flavour as D didn't like the passion fruit our waiter quickly made up a new one no problem! Great place for kids/ families. Good location under 10min walk from M&M world, Lego store. Carnaby Street nearby also. It was £40 for two of us to eat including drinks. Kids meal is £15 for 3 course. The restaurant is downstairs under the gift shop. The toilets could do with updating , positive note there was 2 baby changing units.

The theme is really good, friendly staff but 5 to 10 mins of our food coming out the waitress was asking us if we were ready for dessert, then 2 more times while our food is clearly still being eaten. I found it a bit cheeky that the tip of 12.5% was added on to the bill without asking first. Top of the stairs, door clearly states keep fire exit clear and it was not, a load of rope barriers blocking the door. Other than that, it was an enjoyable.

I had been looking forward to taking my daughter here. Andy bar staff was great with my daughter and niece. However, the experience of the jungle cave was underwhelming. Food was average. Adrian, our server, was helpful and polite.Food: 3/5