Probably the best value in town. Big portions, tasty food and friendly service.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
Simon Hernandez
Visitng town and family recommended The Forester for dinner. From them, I found out the history of the Past and Present of the restaurant. The old location, the new and still shifting into full gear in some parts. Noting they are getting the flow going, sometimes felt a little hectic, but there were so many redeeming points. My favorite was having a small conversation with Helen after dinner. Bill she mentioned you as well! I had the Jagersnitzel w Kraut and Dumpling w Gravy. If you've experienced true German food before. You can appreciate this food greatly. The dumpling was spectacular, the pork was juicy while breading was soaking in the greatness from the mushroom gravy. We only visit a couple times of year and will make this a staple. Bill & Helen, keep on doing what youre doing. Its hard to run a business, let alone make one feel like home with good food."Showing love from Southern California ?"
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: Jägerschnitzel, Jaegerschnitzel, Dumpling with Gravy
Joell B.
Nice sport bar. Food really pricy but pretty good. Iff you like a high end experience. It works well. Not so much for the. Quick. Cheap bite. Not like other bars. And really that is what this place is. Not really. A fine. Restraunt. Like the prices. Are.
All the menu items I loved are gone and I was never a huge fan of St. Pauli girl back in the day. The stroganoff is not as good as I'm used to here, and the sirloin steak was cooked medium instead of my request of "as rare as possible." Even the German chocolate cake and struesel were not up to the standards we are used to for Forrester. The portions are much smaller too. Wish you the best of luck. You used to be one of our favorite restaurants, but I don't see my 10 year old eating here like she used to as there is nothing for kids. At least we had a good run.
H C.
This restaurant has been newly renovated, with an updated menu. The owners parents are back for a time to help TC with the reopening. The renovation leans into their German roots. The new lighting resembles an old time tavern feel. Gone are the copious amount of well used dilapidated booth seating. In place now is a mixture of chairs on one side and comfy sturdy booth seating on the other. The booth seating side has wooden privacy partition in an old German style. The end result is a more open, light, dining experience with a hint of German hospitality. The menu also reflects the move towards their German roots. They have brought back some of the entrees from TC's parent's original St. Pauli restaurant on Hwy 50. I had the best German rouladen I've experienced in a really long time ... Thankx TC's Dad! Becky was really glad he still serves her favorite chicken and dumplings. The menu will be in flex a bit as they iron out the publics experiences. The old favorites will be offered as nightly specials .... Let me know when the Shepard's Pie is available! The Forester still offers probably the best value vs food experience for this area. All restaurants are struggling with food costs and the public's expectations, it's hard, still TC is doing good managing this situation. Oh yeah, the service was on point too ... Helen (Mom) was on the floor keeping things moving along.
Mike J.
They revamped thier menu and did a little remodel. Love it!! Four of us enjoyed a nice dinner here earlier this week. The menu has been updated, if you had even been to St. Pauli Inn on Hwy 50 when it was in it's prime you will recognize the menu. Prices are reasonable and portion size is filling!! The remodeled interior has a great vibe and the service is very attentive. I will be eating here again!!!
cindy foreman
Recently painted and brightened interior. New dinner menu, much more condensed than the previous but still a good variety. I had pork tenderloin that was extremely dry, the potato pancake tasted like glue, the fresh veggie was good but overly smothered in a cheese sauce. German chocolate cake was good, huge serving. We will give it another try because we have loved it for so many years... hope they will rediscover the old "flair!"
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: French Dip, Beef Stroganoff, Burger and Fries
Debra H.
The Forrester has reopened with a German menu. The interior has been completely renovated. Very nice beautiful new light fixtures, and wall hangings with new furniture as well. We went there tonight for dinner. The menu is wonderful with many new options. German potato pancakes. German fried potatoes, Heidelberg steak just to name a few. The food was great and the service was wonderful. We highly recommend you give them a try.
Deanna C.
New remodel restaurant! New menu, New hours Place looks amazing, The menu is Delicious
Been here a few times.. service was good and the food was ok.. The place is a bit run down and does need some TLC or updates, imo
Ellen M.
Had my Birthday. party at the Forester and it was awesome....the wait staff was kind and the food outstanding.. Most has the fish and chips and so did I. Nice size portions...good quality. And done to perfection. Place had a country feel.... warm and friendly. Will be bring my book club back so they can enjoy too!,, Thank you for my party
George D.
Grassfed steaks are superb, as are the bison burgers, not that there's anything wrong with the rest of the menu, , I've tried most dishes and have always been satisfied with the quality.
Stephanie O
This place is amazing!! I had the chicken and dumplings entree and the beef soup, and they were both incredible. This place has a very homey feel; the atmosphere is so comfortable and cozy. I will definitely be back for another relaxing evening with perfect food!!
Probably the best value in town. Big portions, tasty food and friendly service.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
Visitng town and family recommended The Forester for dinner. From them, I found out the history of the Past and Present of the restaurant. The old location, the new and still shifting into full gear in some parts. Noting they are getting the flow going, sometimes felt a little hectic, but there were so many redeeming points. My favorite was having a small conversation with Helen after dinner. Bill she mentioned you as well! I had the Jagersnitzel w Kraut and Dumpling w Gravy. If you've experienced true German food before. You can appreciate this food greatly. The dumpling was spectacular, the pork was juicy while breading was soaking in the greatness from the mushroom gravy. We only visit a couple times of year and will make this a staple. Bill & Helen, keep on doing what youre doing. Its hard to run a business, let alone make one feel like home with good food."Showing love from Southern California ?"
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: Jägerschnitzel, Jaegerschnitzel, Dumpling with Gravy
Nice sport bar. Food really pricy but pretty good. Iff you like a high end experience. It works well. Not so much for the. Quick. Cheap bite. Not like other bars. And really that is what this place is. Not really. A fine. Restraunt. Like the prices. Are.
Awesome food and friendly people!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Breaded Pork Chops, Jaegerschnitzel
All the menu items I loved are gone and I was never a huge fan of St. Pauli girl back in the day. The stroganoff is not as good as I'm used to here, and the sirloin steak was cooked medium instead of my request of "as rare as possible." Even the German chocolate cake and struesel were not up to the standards we are used to for Forrester. The portions are much smaller too. Wish you the best of luck. You used to be one of our favorite restaurants, but I don't see my 10 year old eating here like she used to as there is nothing for kids. At least we had a good run.
This restaurant has been newly renovated, with an updated menu. The owners parents are back for a time to help TC with the reopening. The renovation leans into their German roots. The new lighting resembles an old time tavern feel. Gone are the copious amount of well used dilapidated booth seating. In place now is a mixture of chairs on one side and comfy sturdy booth seating on the other. The booth seating side has wooden privacy partition in an old German style. The end result is a more open, light, dining experience with a hint of German hospitality. The menu also reflects the move towards their German roots. They have brought back some of the entrees from TC's parent's original St. Pauli restaurant on Hwy 50. I had the best German rouladen I've experienced in a really long time ... Thankx TC's Dad! Becky was really glad he still serves her favorite chicken and dumplings. The menu will be in flex a bit as they iron out the publics experiences. The old favorites will be offered as nightly specials .... Let me know when the Shepard's Pie is available! The Forester still offers probably the best value vs food experience for this area. All restaurants are struggling with food costs and the public's expectations, it's hard, still TC is doing good managing this situation. Oh yeah, the service was on point too ... Helen (Mom) was on the floor keeping things moving along.
They revamped thier menu and did a little remodel. Love it!! Four of us enjoyed a nice dinner here earlier this week. The menu has been updated, if you had even been to St. Pauli Inn on Hwy 50 when it was in it's prime you will recognize the menu. Prices are reasonable and portion size is filling!! The remodeled interior has a great vibe and the service is very attentive. I will be eating here again!!!
Recently painted and brightened interior. New dinner menu, much more condensed than the previous but still a good variety. I had pork tenderloin that was extremely dry, the potato pancake tasted like glue, the fresh veggie was good but overly smothered in a cheese sauce. German chocolate cake was good, huge serving. We will give it another try because we have loved it for so many years... hope they will rediscover the old "flair!"
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: French Dip, Beef Stroganoff, Burger and Fries
The Forrester has reopened with a German menu. The interior has been completely renovated. Very nice beautiful new light fixtures, and wall hangings with new furniture as well. We went there tonight for dinner. The menu is wonderful with many new options. German potato pancakes. German fried potatoes, Heidelberg steak just to name a few. The food was great and the service was wonderful. We highly recommend you give them a try.
New remodel restaurant! New menu, New hours Place looks amazing, The menu is Delicious
Restaurantji Recommends
One of the few restaurants I feel totally comfortable eating at. The staff is exceptionally friendly too!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Fried Zucchini, Beef Stroganoff
Been here a few times.. service was good and the food was ok.. The place is a bit run down and does need some TLC or updates, imo
Had my Birthday. party at the Forester and it was awesome....the wait staff was kind and the food outstanding.. Most has the fish and chips and so did I. Nice size portions...good quality. And done to perfection. Place had a country feel.... warm and friendly. Will be bring my book club back so they can enjoy too!,, Thank you for my party
Grassfed steaks are superb, as are the bison burgers, not that there's anything wrong with the rest of the menu, , I've tried most dishes and have always been satisfied with the quality.
This place is amazing!! I had the chicken and dumplings entree and the beef soup, and they were both incredible. This place has a very homey feel; the atmosphere is so comfortable and cozy. I will definitely be back for another relaxing evening with perfect food!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Chicken and Dumplings