Forest Byron Bay

Forest Byron Bay is a restaurant at Crystalbrook Byron, set across 45 acres of lush rainforest just outside the centre of Byron Bay. The surrounding landscape shapes the dining experience, with rainforest views visible from every table and a calm atmosphere that keeps the setting central to the meal.

The kitchen focuses on fresh, farm-to-table cooking using local ingredients. Dishes are designed to reflect the flavours of the surrounding region, giving the menu a clear connection to its Northern Rivers location. The approach suits diners looking for produce-led food in a setting that feels closely connected to nature.

Dining takes place indoors or on a shaded verandah, allowing the rainforest to remain part of the experience in either setting. The verandah provides an outdoor option with cover, while the indoor dining area keeps the views within reach. Together, the spaces create a restaurant style that is relaxed, considered and grounded in its environment.

Forest works well for a meal that pairs regional ingredients with a destination setting. It offers a quieter alternative to the busier dining areas around Byron Bay, while remaining close to the town and positioned within the grounds of Crystalbrook Byron. The rainforest setting also gives Forest a different character from the island and coastal dining associated with the Whitsundays.

The restaurant is suited to diners who value local sourcing, fresh farm-to-table dishes and an immersive natural backdrop. It can also fit an itinerary built around Byron Bay's wider food and nature experiences, particularly when the setting is as important as the meal itself. The address is 77-97 Broken Head Road, Byron Bay, New South Wales.