Forest Lake Hotel Bistro

Atmosphere is not to my taste, but it is a tavern. You know what is to my taste though? This place's food. Simple, yet satisfying. Staff attentive, friendly and have a surprising pride in their work. The time you attend will dictate your final experience, but as far as I'm concerned this place has been consistently good. A local's treat for sure.

My partner I have had dinner at the Tavern quite a few times now. The staff food is exceptional. They are very friendly, the food is great priced cooked to our liking. Any request we have had the Manager James was happy to accommodate. This is now our regular Saturday night dinner date.

First time visiting this establishment, overall presented clean and tidy. Ordered food and drinks via qcode menu which worked as expected. Able to order steaks cooked the way we wanted, and they were cooked over a flame which added to the taste. Drinks and meals arrived promptly. Only let downs were the bread rolls being stale, should have stuck with the garlic bread. And while the ribs were fall of the bone, they were cold and could have done with a reheat over the flame.

The service here is excellent, especially Alice. She ALWAYS has a smile for EVERYONE, constantly putting 100% in to making sure her customers are satisfied and looked after. The manager was lovely as well, helping out her team and making sure the customers were taken care of. The plant burger is delicious!!! Best plant based burger my partner and I have found, and we have been to almost every vegan and non-vegan restaurant around Brisbane/Ipswich/Gold Coast area. They also have an indoor playground where your kids can play while you have a meal.

The Taven was busy, so lucky we booked. I'm sure they would have found a table for us either way, but I would still recommend booking. Staff were really nice and happy to have a chat too. Everyone at our table ate all of their meals which shows the food was spot on. Steak was cooked to perfection. Happy to head back to this local spot.