Forest Cafe
Cambridge, MA 02138-1803
Phone: (617) 661-7810
- Price:
- $
- Cross Street:
- Wendell Street
- Hours:
- Sun-Thu 11am-3pm, 5pm-10pm , Fri-Sat 11am-3pm, 5pm-11pm
Editorial Review for Forest Cafe – by Citysearch Editors
In Short
The Cafe's plates draw on the cuisine of Oaxaca and Veracruz, and the range of ingredients and techniques on the menu is impressive--a mole sauce is as likely a verde (pumpkin seeds and tomatillos) as a poblano (with chocolate). The Veracruz influence shows strongest in the fish dishes, which combine the "catch of the day" with a glorious range of sauces. Laid-back, colorful and funky, the room is decorated with the standard Mexican-restaurant mural and weavings.
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Insider Tips
The ExtrasNot a carnivore? Most of the dishes can be prepared vegetarian upon request.
User Reviews for Forest Cafe
09/16/2007 Posted by stickmany
This is a great place if you live in the area. It definitely has a solid neighborhood feel with the friendly service, good food, really good margs, and perfect music. (Rolling Stones to Madellaine Peyroux to Country Music) It's not your ordinary greasy place. They have some great alternatives while still offering your standard burritos and enchiladas.
Pros: Relaxed atmosphere, menu alternatives, margs
Cons: Parking
09/04/2007 Posted by slbrena10
What a fantastic find this was. Authentic Mexican food is accurate and sinfully delicious. Can't stop going back, it's that good. The specials were what drew my attention initially, and every week I'm pleasantly surprised. Great staff, nice service. It can get busy, but it's worth the wait. Have a drink at the bar, lots of "regulars" sitting around that are more than happy to talk to you if you're interested or leave you alone if you're not. Fantastic bartenders, and the margaritas were fantastic (have a Cyrita!). If you truly enjoy good food, you've got to get to this place.
Pros: Great food, great drinks, great service
Cons: Parking can be tough, but it's Mass Ave, so there isn't much you can do
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