Meaghan
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La Forêt doubles as a bakery and restaurant, allowing customers to choose their desired baked goods to bring home, or order and enjoy a meal in the bustling seating area. While waiting in line to order and pay, tons of cakes, cookies, croissants, and even ice cream tins are displayed, enticing customers to pick up something else to have with their food. Additionally, physical copies of their menu are available at the end of the counter closest to the door, which I find quite handy.
Importantly, La Forêt does have an app and a rewards program, so I’d recommend for returning customers to download and sign up! By signing up and providing your birthday, you’ll get a free drink of your choice on your birthday and up to 3 days following it :)
Usually, La Forêt is incredibly busy- chances are, more than half of the seats will be occupied, which is saying a lot as the interior is huge! If you want a more intimate, quiet spot, this probably isn’t the place to go to, as noise levels can be high sometimes. Additionally, I prefer sitting towards the back, away from the doors. The large table closest to the doors, while usually open, gives off a metallic, iron smell, which may affect your dining experience if you sit there.
Ordering at the counter and having your food delivered is usually the most interaction you’ll have with the employees, so that’s great if you’re introverted! Napkins and water are provided for customers to grab as they please, located at a station closer to the back, not too far away from the counter.
My go-to is the Bulgogi Platter, which comes with a helping of Bulgogi, two pieces of toast, one piece of squid ink bread, strawberry jam, eggs (I go with scrambled), and potatoes (I love their deep-fried, roasted ones)! The strong savoury bulgogi works amazingly with the sweet jam, fluffy eggs, seasoned potatoes and crisp bread. My favourite drink so far is the Iced Salted Nutella Latté, which is very tasty! I’ve also tried their Strawberry Waffle, which is generous in its portion size and makes for a great dessert.
Things are pricier here, but I find that overall, the food is quite good, so I don’t mind spending a little more once in a while. Whether you’re with friends or dining solo, La Forêt is worth a visit!