Wild flower and roast beef salad
Selection of edible flowers and salad greens garnished roast beef, with our signature galangal dressing.
$5.00
Forest - a restaurant to explore seasonal, rare, unique vegetables and ediblef lowers of Cambodia. Traditional yet innovative, colorful and hygienic.
Our Specialties
We pride ourselves on dishes that showcase the healthy and aromatic vegetables of the lowlands and the highlands.
“Forest is founded on the principle that the beautiful world of sub-tropical vegetables need to be loved and appreciated by everyday people to motivate preservation.”
Dr. Hart N. Feuer
Co-Founder and Professor at Kyoto University
“My hope is to keep healthy and aromatic Cambodian dishes as the main concept of our local cuisine. Come and see why.”
Sarann Pek
Head Manager
“Ancient Cambodian cuisine is probably most like food you will find at Forest than in most restaurants. In the past, the flavor and nutrition of seasonal and wild vegetables was key.”
Dr. Sary Seng
CEO of Fresh Solutions Cambodia
“Vegetarians need this kind of food. Meat eaters will respect this kind of food. And younger generations will actually appreciate this kind of food.”
Anonymous
Medical Doctor from across the street
Browse our Menu
Our menu features a range of local dishes and new inspirations that emphasize seasonal, local, and wild vegetables and edible flowers.
Head Chef
Sarann comes from a pedigree of homemakers who survived the Khmer Rouge and learned how to appreciate the bounty of the wild - both for its nutrition and for its flavor. Her style is to make Khmer food familiar to locals and accessible to visitors.
Events & News
We'll try to keep you informed about the latest seasonal ingredients that come and go!
We opened our doors in January 2019
Forest restaurant opened its doors to the public only this January. Get in and meet us soon!
Vegetarian and food allergies - no problem
Since we focus on vegetables anyway, we easily cater to vegetarians, vegans, and those with common food allergies. English-speaking staff helps!
Edible flowers are always in season!
Southeast Asia prides itself on being able to eat the most colorful and nutritious cuisine. Flowers are among the region's best features!
Why Choose Us
We know it is a struggle to find hygienic and healthy vegetables, but we go a step further by raising them up to the respect they deserve.
Quality Cuisine
Carefully curated menu focusing on vegetables and hygiene. Where meat is only a spice. We are careful by vetting our farmers and providors, but also by meticulously cleaning and preparing any raw vegetables we serve... which is a lot! Our focus is on getting you a healthy, flavorful meal that represents the diversity of Cambodia's plants without too much high talk.
Fresh Food
Locally-sourced produce, house-made dips and sauces, minimal sugar and MSG. We aim to get most of our produce from within the nearby farms and provinces, but also to source wild and rare foods from ethnic minority peoples in more remote areas. Our goal is to bring this to you as fresh as possible, without too much processing, so you can experience the flavors.
Friendly Staff
With well-educated and passionate staff, we hope to make you feel at home soon. We speak English!