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Girl & the Goat, Chicago, IL
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Girl & the Goat

$30 and under
Contemporary American
809 W Randolph, Chicago, IL 60607

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 196 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Lively
  • Good for special occasions
  • Hot spot
Girl & the Goat opened in 2010 with the goal of offering a menu of bold, flavorful dishes designed to share in a fun and lively atmosphere. To complement the experience, we offer a curated selection of wines from around the world, focusing on small producers, along with a rotating list of craft beers and a playful cocktail menu crafted by our bartenders. The ever-changing menu, driven by locally sourced and seasonal ingredients, features favorites like sautéed green beans, roasted oysters, crispy short ribs, and confit goat belly. While reservations are encouraged for the dining room, our bar welcomes walk-ins, adventurers, and those who prefer spontaneity.

Why they're an Icon

Executive chef: Stephanie Izard

  • Award icon
    MICHELIN Bib Gourmand2024
  • Award icon
    MICHELIN Bib Gourmand2022

From the OpenTable editors: When it opened in 2010, Girl & the Goat ushered in a new era of casual fine dining on the West Loop’s now-iconic Restaurant Row. In a cozy, rustic-chic space, feast on mega-award-winning (James Beard, Top Chef, Iron Chef) Stephanie Izard’s bold, globally influenced dishes like sweet and sour wood-fired whole branzino and goat empanadas that prove why this MICHELIN-Starred restaurant remains as hot and relevant as ever.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, Tapas / Small Plates, Comfort Food
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 4:30 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:30 pm–11:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Private party facilities
    A Stephanie Izard Restaurant
  • Private party contact
    our Event Sales Manager: (312) 492-6262
  • Award-winning
    1. MICHELIN Bib Gourmand 2024
    2. MICHELIN Bib Gourmand 2022
  • Neighborhood
    West Loop
  • Cross street
    Halsted
  • Parking details
    Street parking available. Valet parking is available at 809 W. Randolph
  • Public transit
    #8 Halsted Bus at Randolph
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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Experiences

  • BOKA Restaurant Group Celebrates Jacques Pépin!

    $275.00 per person

    Prepaid

    Jul 28, 2025 only
    5:30 PM
    Join us in celebrating 90 years of Jacques Pépin at Girl & the Goat! For this very special 90/90 event, BOKA Restaurant Group Chefs Izard, Wolen, Pandel and Kato will offer a family-style dinner featuring fun takes on Pépin classics. A portion of the proceeds will support the Jacques Pépin Foundation. Your ticket purchase helps transform lives through culinary education, and we deeply appreciate your generous support. This experience is $275 per person & includes the prix fixe menu, welcome toast, & wine pairing - tax and gratuity are an additional charge. Dinner will be a ticketed, family style event with communal seating, please purchase the total amount of tickets for your entire party to ensure you will be seated next to one another. Please reach out to info@girlandthegoat.com with questions. *Due to the nature of this event, we are not able to accommodate dietary restrictions*
    BOKA Restaurant Group Celebrates Jacques Pépin! Photo

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What 15,215 people are saying

Girl & the Goat reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Chicago / Illinois

    Contemporary American

  • Chicago / Illinois

    Most Booked

  • Chicago

    Contemporary American

  • Chicago

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Girl & the Goat offers a vibrant dining experience with "amazing food" and "great service." Perfect for adventurous eaters, the restaurant's eclectic menu features standout dishes like goat empanadas and pork belly noodles. While noise and portion sizes may vary, the "unique flavors" and friendly staff make it a must-visit in Chicago.

15,215 Reviews
  1. chris

    Central Coast2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined today

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was incredible. They do few things and they do them all with perfection. Unique Flavor and texture combinations. Our server, Trevor, was phenomenal. Definitely will go back next time I’m in town.
    Girl & the GoatResponded today
    Thank you so much for this incredible feedback, Chris! We’re thrilled to hear you enjoyed the food and appreciated the unique flavors and attention to detail—it’s what we strive for with every dish. A special thank you for your kind words about Trevor—we couldn’t agree more! We can’t wait to welcome you back next time you’re in town! Best, Gerson Dacanay, General Manager

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  2. Sharde'

    Richmond2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined today

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    My server was amazing and gracious. The food was absolutely delicious!
    Girl & the GoatResponded today
    Thank you, Sharde,for the kind words! We’re thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your meal and received such gracious service. We’ll be sure to pass along your compliments to your server. We truly appreciate your support and look forward to welcoming you back soon! Best, Gerson Dacanay, General Manager

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  3. Jennifer VIP

    San Francisco18 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    Overall we had a pleasant experience at the restaurant! Some dishes were great (we really liked the goat liver mousse and chickpea fritters). The space is really loud and it was extremely difficult to hear one another, especially when tables were seated so close together. The restaurant was really nice and brought out a treat for our special occasion.
    Girl & the GoatResponded today
    Hello, Jennifer! Thank you so much for celebrating with us and for taking the time to share your experience. We’re glad to hear you enjoyed several of the dishes—especially the goat liver mousse and chickpea fritters—and that our team could help make your special occasion a little more memorable. We also appreciate your thoughtful feedback about the pacing of service and the dining environment. Notes like yours help us fine-tune the experience for all our guests, and we’ll certainly share your comments with our team for consideration. Thank you again for dining with us—we hope to welcome you back soon for an even more enjoyable evening! Best, Gerson Dacanay, General Manager

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  4. Zohar

    Mexico City2 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    Great food. Ive felt like I was being rushed to finish eating
    Girl & the GoatResponded today
    Hello, Zohar! Thank you for dining with us and for the kind words about the food—we’re glad you enjoyed it! We always aim to provide a relaxed and welcoming experience, and we appreciate your feedback as it helps us continue to improve. We hope to see you again soon for another great meal! Best, Gerson Dacanay, General Manager

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  5. Chamariz

    Greater Boston2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    Was seated by 8:10pm with an 8pm reservation which wasn’t bad at all. The seating is very close so you. An hear everything the other table is talking about without trying too hard. 😁 The server came about 5 minutes later to take drink order and explain the servings. Then about 7-8 minutes later I got my club soda and then it took him about 15-20 minutes to come back to take food order. The food was really great. I ordered 3 plates two of which came out within 10 minutes and the third took another 15 minutes before it came out. Overall I would go back but I would adjust my expectations for the time it takes.
    Girl & the GoatResponded today
    Hello Chamariz! Thank you for taking the time to share your experience with us. We’re glad to hear you enjoyed the food and that you’d consider coming back! We appreciate your thoughtful notes on pacing and seating—your feedback is helpful as we continue working to create the best possible experience for every guest. We look forward to welcoming you back again soon, and we hope your next visit is even more seamless and enjoyable. Best, Gerson Dacanay, General Manager

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  6. Stephanie

    New York City2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Arrived for our 1900 reservation and was seated within minutes. Service was friendly and attentive. The food was utterly amazing! The flavor combinations left me wanting more after each bite. My group had the pork shank, green beans, chickpea fritters, halibut and the goat empanadas...everything was incredible!
    Girl & the GoatResponded today
    Thank you so much for the wonderful review, Stephanie! We’re glad to hear you were seated promptly and that our team took great care of you. It’s fantastic to know the flavors left such an impression—sounds like your group made some excellent menu choices! We’ll be here whenever you’re ready for that next bite. Looking forward to welcoming you back soon! Best, Gerson Dacanay, General Manager

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  7. Bronwen

    London3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was delish! Service was wonderful! I loved that you could get half size portions at the bar, that there was a vegan menu, and that there were non-alc drink options. Thank you!
    Girl & the GoatResponded today
    Thank you so much for the lovely feedback, Bronwen! We’re thrilled you enjoyed the food, service, and the variety of options at the bar—including the vegan menu and non-alcoholic drinks. It’s great to hear those touches stood out to you! We also appreciate your note regarding pricing and added percentages—it’s helpful to hear how that came across, and we’re continuing to look at how we communicate those details more clearly. We’re glad we could accommodate your reservation charge and look forward to welcoming you back soon! Warmly, Gerson Dacanay, General Manager

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  8. C VIP

    San Francisco54 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This was the best meal we had in Chicago! The fresh pita and dips were delicious and flavorful. Best tzatziki !! The fritters were not what we expected at all - was an amazing dish! So happy we ordered them. The pork shank - fantastic bark, tender meat! The goat empanadas were incredible! The server was super helpful with thoughts and descriptions. Service was prompt, and kind! Just a great experience. We would fly back to Chicago just to dine there again!!
    Girl & the GoatResponded today
    Thank you, C! Wow—what an amazing compliment! We’re honored to hear this was your best meal in Chicago. From the fresh pita and dips to the pork shank and empanadas, we’re so glad you enjoyed each part of your meal. Thank you for the kind words about our service team as well—it means a lot to hear our staff made your experience even more memorable. Best, Gerson Dacanay, General Manager

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  9. patrick

    New York City2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Staff was amazing and accommodated my 4 month old with no problem. Wonderful experience as always. Get the mango rum cake - it was delicious.
    Girl & the GoatResponded today
    Thank you so much for the kind words! We’re so glad to hear you had a wonderful experience and that our team was able to help make things comfortable for you and your little one. We’ll be sure to pass along your special shoutout to Kona—it means a lot to know her care made a difference. And yes—the "put the rum in the coconut cake" is definitely a favorite! We look forward to welcoming you back again soon. Best, Gerson Dacanay, General Manager ⸻

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  10. Alexandra VIP

    New York City1 review

    4.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 4
    Didn’t hav out table ready until 15 mins after our reservation. There’s no good area to wait and you’re awkwardly just standing by the doorway
    Girl & the GoatResponded today
    Hello Alexandra! Thank you for sharing your experience. We appreciate your patience with the wait time, and we understand that waiting by the doorway isn’t ideal. Your feedback about the waiting area is valuable as we look for ways to improve guest comfort. We hope to welcome you back for a smoother experience next time. Best, Gerson Dacanay, General Manager

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Girl & the Goat is rated 4.7 stars by 15215 OpenTable diners.

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  3. Chicago / Illinois
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  5. West Loop

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 196 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Girl & the Goat

809 W Randolph, Chicago, IL 60607

Additional information

  • Award-winning
    1. MICHELIN Bib Gourmand 2024
    2. MICHELIN Bib Gourmand 2022
  • Cross street
    Halsted
  • Neighborhood
    West Loop
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 4:30 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:30 pm–11:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, Tapas / Small Plates, Comfort Food
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Street parking available. Valet parking is available at 809 W. Randolph
  • Public transit
    #8 Halsted Bus at Randolph
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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