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Girl & the Goat

Name: Girl & the Goat
Address: 809 W Randolph, Chicago, IL, United States, 60607
Telephone: (312) 492-6262
Price range: $30 and under
Rating: 4.7

$30 and under

Contemporary American

809 W Randolph, Chicago, IL 60607

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2 people

Jun 14, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 200 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.

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Executive chef: Stephanie Izard

MICHELIN Bib Gourmand2024
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
(312) 492-6262
Website
http://girlandthegoat.com/
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

Location
809 W Randolph, Chicago, IL 60607
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*
Goat Spectacular! Presented by Capital One Dining
$125.00 per person
Prepaid
Jul 17, 2025 only
6:00 PM
Step into the "Goatland Spectacular," a one-night only culinary show, to join Top Chef and James Beard Award-winning Chef Stephanie Izard in celebrating 15 years of Girl & the Goat. Chef Steph’s flagship restaurant will transform into “a culinary circus” featuring daring stunts, fine spirits as well as bites from guest chefs, including Chef Shota Nakajima, Chef Karen Akunowicz, Chef Jonathon Sawyer and Goat alums Chef Joe Flamm and Chef Rhan Whang. Each chef will serve bites alongside highlights from Girl & the Goat, for this one-night-only spectacular! Event Information: This anniversary party is hosted at Girl & the Goat (West Loop, Chicago). Ticket includes food and four drink tickets (non-alcoholic drinks available) and additional beverage tickets will be available for purchase. Due to the nature of the event we are not able to accommodate dietary restrictions. The event will take place from 6 PM to 10 PM CST

Private dining

Popular dishes

raw oysters$18.00
giardiniera mignonette . ponzu
salmon poke$23.00
strawberries . cherry tomato . chili crunch
shrimp salad$24.00
avocado . strawberries . quinoa crunch . pickled veggies . limey-herby dressing
fried soft shell crab$28.00
ginger-chili yum sauce . hoisin mayo
pan roasted halibut$34.00
miso-marcona almond butter . blueberry nuoc cham . spring onion

MEAT

grilled pork belly curry$28.00
sweet potato . peanut crunch
grilled prime skirt steak$36.00
charred spring onion . wild rice furikake
roasted pig face$26.00
sunny side egg . tamarind . cilantro . red wine-maple . potato stix
smoke roasted chicken$24.00
dill-harissa . tzatziki . ruby red grapefruit
sticky glazed pork shank$42.00
butternut squash . chili lime crunch . pikliz . hot mustard mayo . hoisin mayo

GOAT

goat empanadas$22.00
tomatillo romesco . queso fresco . pickled shallots
confit goat belly$34.00
blueberry glaze . pea salad
goat liver mousse$19.00
crumpets . b&b pickles . blueberry mostarda . golden beet giardinaire

DESSERT

matcha tres leches$16.00
raspberry sorbet . white chocolate crunch
peanut butter & chocolate$16.00
brownie bites . peanut butter mousse . chocolate peanut butter crunch . passionfruit honey . chocolate caramel whip
blueberry polenta cake$16.00
honey gelato . cornflake pecan crunch . honey lime whip
yuzu lemon bar$16.00
strawberry gelato . cheesecake whip . balsamic gastrique

Surcharge

As a way to offset rising costs associated with the restaurant (food, beverage, labor, benefits, supplies), we have added a 4% surcharge to all checks. We do this in lieu of increased menu prices. You may request to have this taken off your check, should you choose.

What 15,297 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

Noise • Moderate

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Chicago / Illinois
Most Booked
Chicago
Contemporary American
Chicago
Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Girl & the Goat offers an inventive culinary experience with "exceptional service" and "amazing food." Dishes like the goat empanadas and pork shank are highlights. The lively ambiance complements the creative menu, though some find it "very loud." Despite occasional service hiccups, it's a "must-visit" in Chicago.

15,297 Reviews

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OpenTable Diner VIP
Chicago / Illinois15 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Girl & the Goat absolutely lived up to the hype. We tried the goat liver, pig’s face, and skirt steak—each dish was packed with bold, unforgettable flavor. The service was attentive and friendly, and our drinks were just as impressive as the food. We ended with the lemon bar, which was the perfect bright and tangy finish. Highly recommend!
Girl & the GoatResponded today
We’re thrilled to hear we lived up to the hype! Thank you for trying some of our boldest dishes—we love that you went for the goat liver mousse and pig face. It’s always great to hear when both food and service hit the mark, and we’re especially glad the yuzu lemon bar was the perfect finale. Hope to welcome you back again soon! Best, Gerson Dacanay, General Manager
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Lusine
Los Angeles7 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We arrived a little bit early, but were told that we’d be seated closer to our actual reservation time. That was totally ok for us. The greeting staff, serving staff, as well as the manager were very friendly and helpful. Seating was a little close to the next diner, but not a problem for us. Instantly we just clicked with our neighboring diner and the evening was even more fun that way. The food was AMAZING! Every single item was amazing: goat empanadas, the focaccia bread with spreads, the asparagus (our neighbor mentioned that the green beans were great too), and the skirt steak. All these foods sound basic, but definitely not. Chef Izard and her team have added the remaining simple, yet when combined together ingredients, to create these delicious and beautiful dishes.
Girl & the GoatResponded 2 days ago
Hello, Lusine! What an incredible day of goat-inspired deliciousness—thank you for letting us be a part of it, and it was great getting to chat with you for a little bit ! We’re so glad you had a fantastic experience at both spots and that the flavors, the team, and even your neighboring diner made your evening so special. Chef Izard will be thrilled to hear your kind words! As for those serving boards… we’ve definitely heard that request before 😉. We can’t wait to welcome you back! Safe travels back to LA! Warmly, Gerson Dacanay, General Manager
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Giulia
Chicago / Illinois1 review
3.0
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 1
Good food but the place is too loud , plus the music is too high. You cannot talk.
Girl & the GoatResponded 1 day ago
Hello Giulia! Thank you for the feedback! We’re glad you enjoyed the food. We know the energy in the room can get lively, and we appreciate you sharing your experience—comments like yours help us continue refining the balance between atmosphere and comfort. Warmly, Gerson Dacanay, General Manager
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Scott VIP
Charlotte26 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great Food! Love the outdoor patio as the noise level inside was intense
Girl & the GoatResponded 1 day ago
Hello Scott! Thank you for joining us and for the kind words! We’re so glad you enjoyed the food and had a chance to relax on our patio—it’s such a great spot, especially when the dining room is buzzing. We hope to welcome you back again soon, whether for another alfresco visit or a lively night inside! Best, Gerson Dacanay, General Manager
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Amanda
Nashville3 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Everything was amazing! Delicious!!! We will definitely be back again!
Girl & the GoatResponded 1 day ago
Thank you so much, Amanda! We’re thrilled you had an amazing time and enjoyed everything. Can’t wait to welcome you back again soon! Best, Gerson Dacanay, General Manager
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Glenn VIP
Chicago / Illinois2 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food and service were excellent. The halibut is in season and the sauces were magnificent.
Girl & the GoatResponded 1 day ago
Thank you so much for the lovely note, Glenn! We’re thrilled you enjoyed the food and service, and we are always happy to host you and Cathy (and anyone you bring along)—and yes, the halibut this season has been a standout! We’re so glad the sauces hit the mark, too. Always happy to see the both of you, and looking forward to seeing you again (twice?!) in the coming month!! Best, Gerson
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Laura VIP
Chicago / Illinois13 reviews
3.0
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 4
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 4
The decor and ambiance had a cool vibe, but the noise level was high. The food/drinks were good, but our service was terrible. Our server never came over to check on us for at least 45 minutes at one point. The gentleman refilling the water was great and we mentioned to him one of our dishes never came. It showed up about 20 minutes later but by then we didn’t want it. Never asked us if we wanted more drinks. When we mentioned to the server, her response was “we’re very busy”. I’m sorry, for 45 minutes you walked past our table and never check-in with us so maybe you’re in the wrong business! That’s literally the job.
Girl & the GoatResponded 2 days ago
Thank you for sharing your experience, Laura. While we’re glad to hear you enjoyed the ambiance and some aspects of the food and drink, it’s clear that parts of the service didn’t meet expectations. We take feedback like this seriously—it helps us grow and push for the consistency we aim for across the board. If you’d be open to it, I’d be happy to connect directly to learn more. Warmly, Gerson Dacanay, General Manager 312-492-6262
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Samantha
Las Vegas4 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
More than we were expecting! Server was wonderful and gave us great suggestions on an array to try and everything was incredible! Goat Empanadas, green beans, shrimp salad were just a few of our fa roites, but everything was delicious! Will be back!
Girl & the GoatResponded 3 days ago
Love hearing this, Samantha! We’re so glad your experience exceeded expectations and that you enjoyed the variety (and some of our favorites too—those empanadas and green beans are hard to beat!). We’ll be thrilled to have you back for round two! Best, Gerson Dacanay, General Manager
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Colleen
Chicago / Illinois5 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Top Chicago restaurant! Every dress is so flavorful and consistent every visit. Minimum requirement for a visit: Green beans or asparagus + Pork Shank! They are unreal.
Girl & the GoatResponded 4 days ago
Hello Colleen! Thank you for the awesome review! We're so glad you enjoyed the menu, especially the green beans, asparagus, and pork shank! We hope to welcome you again soon! Best, Gerson Dacanay, General Manager
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Frank
Chicago / Illinois1 review
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
EVERYTHING WAS AMAZING! Only issue was being stuck at a corner table with NO room. Other than that it was incredible
Girl & the GoatResponded 4 days ago
Hello Frank! Thrilled to hear everything was amazing and that you had such a great time! We really appreciate the feedback on the seating—if you visit us again, feel free to request a more spacious spot and we’ll do our best to make it happen. Looking forward to welcoming you back soon! Best, Gerson Dacanay, General Manager
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FAQs

Girl & the Goat is rated 4.7 stars by 15297 OpenTable diners.

Girl & the Goat does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

Jun 14, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 200 times today

Experiences are available.

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

Website
http://girlandthegoat.com/
Phone number
(312) 492-6262
Private party facilities
A Stephanie Izard Restaurant
Private party contact
our Event Sales Manager: (312) 492-6262

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Girl & the Goat

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About this restaurant

Why they're an Icon

Additional information

15 restaurants that define Chicago

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BOKA Restaurant Group Celebrates Jacques Pépin!

Goat Spectacular! Presented by Capital One Dining

The Underground Goat

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sautéed green beans

goat empanadas

chickpea fritters

BREAD

everything rye focaccia$16.00

pita & dips$16.00

VEGGIES

chickpea fritters$18.00

roasted asparagus$18.00

sautéed green beans$18.00

wood fired broccoli$18.00

FISH

raw oysters$18.00

salmon poke$23.00

shrimp salad$24.00

fried soft shell crab$28.00

pan roasted halibut$34.00

MEAT

grilled pork belly curry$28.00

grilled prime skirt steak$36.00

roasted pig face$26.00

smoke roasted chicken$24.00

sticky glazed pork shank$42.00

GOAT

goat empanadas$22.00

confit goat belly$34.00

goat liver mousse$19.00

DESSERT

matcha tres leches$16.00

peanut butter & chocolate$16.00

blueberry polenta cake$16.00

yuzu lemon bar$16.00

Surcharge

Overall ratings and reviews

Loved For

Review summary

FAQs

How is Girl & the Goat restaurant rated?

Does Girl & the Goat offer gift cards?

Is Girl & the Goat currently accepting reservations?

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Additional information

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