Forest cafe — Restaurant in Upolu

Do not let the intimidating, downward gravel drive put you off of visiting Forest Cafe - it's setting within a forest that boasts a waterfall make this a hidden gem. This is some seriously delicious home style food that will set you up for a full day of exploring the ever beautiful Samoa if that is what you seek. I had the 'American' Breakfast and Pancakes with bacon to share, and while that might sound mediocre it was incredibly delicious and so clearly cooked with love (I only have a photo of the pancakes because I devoured my breakfast faster than i anticipated). Chanel was warm, inviting and friendly, so much so it felt like I had returned to Mum's for Sunday...

It wasn’t easy to find but so glad we did. The cafe is set in a 5 acre privately owned property surrounded by forest with the sounds of a waterfall and running water in the background. It’s not the easiest of places to find but if coming over the crossroads heading to Apia town it’s not far after the Bai Hai temple, though the small sign could only be seen if coming from Apia town.

The food here was extremely tasty! Two of us had crispy chicken wrap, which was quite big, the toasted tuna sandwich and chicken panini were also very tasty. We decided to have desserts which were huge! The meals were really good value. We’d definitely recommend...

Nice little oasis in the forest, was not easy to find though! Once you drive to the end of the road off Cross Island Road, take a right into the gate where it says "do not trespass" lol. Road was bumpy so definitely need a 4WD. Was not surprised when we got there only saw pick up trucks at the parking lot area.

The breakfast food we ordered was standard (pancakes, american breakfast) but the chicken panini lacked flavor, I could barely finish it, though the portion was generous. Maybe some sauce or more cheese? Would go back for the relaxing set up. Bring bug spray and stay for the waterfall sounds...