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Girl & The Goat

New American Restaurant and Gastropub$$$$

West Town, Chicago

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Girl & The Goat

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Ranked #3 for seafood in Chicago
The experts at Eater and Travel + Leisure recommend this place
"Stephanie Izard and her team are amazing, its great for dates."(18 Tips)
"My favorites were the goat empanadas and the halibut."(16 Tips)
"Pork shank, cauliflower, halibut, duck tongues, all amazing"(26 Tips)
"The Pig Face, Goat Carpaccio, and Pork Shank are all to die for!!!"(23 Tips)

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Steven YApril 27, 2016
The confit goat belly and roasted pig's face are missing some acidity in their respective preparations to counteract the fattiness of the ingredients
Manoj AmbalavananApril 17, 2022
Great small plates to share with a large group - can’t go wrong with many of the options. A must try in Chicago
MercedesMarch 1, 2014
Never thought I'd say this but pig's face is a must from the menu. Hamachi crudo is amazing as well, same with the grilled beets. Desserts are ok but nothing to cheer about; stick to the main courses
Lee HoffmanAugust 10, 2017
Highlights: chickpea croquette, blueberry muffin bread, shishito peppers, potato pirogies, the other breads - skip the broccoli
damionAugust 14, 2015
If you want your kids to start eating cauliflower, or if you're a grown kid that cauliflower. Try it here. Pure deliciousness.
Time Out ChicagoMay 22, 2012
There are a few here for a Top Chef sighting, but most seek the chef’s flavors. Don’t leave without taking risks: roast goat neck? Foie gras for dessert? Izard is evolving how ingredients are seen. Read more
Chicago TribuneAugust 1, 2014
Parmesan-laced shishito peppers are a delight, and the thin-sliced, still-crunchy cauliflower bits with pickled peppers are a revelation.
aneessa steilenSeptember 11, 2015
Great spot! Perfect for dates or out with a group of friends. Good cocktails. Don't forget to get a goat order
Meaghan FordDecember 2, 2010
definitely try a bread to start things off. the chickpea fritters and squash ravioli were to die. green beans very good. ham fries with beer cheese and tomato aioli a good pairing with meat, but bewar
Chicago TribuneAugust 1, 2014
The sauteed green beans, tossed in a fish-sauce vinaigrette with hints of sambal and Dijon mustard, will change your life.
Scherjang SinghAugust 9, 2014
Eat everything ... you simply cannot go wrong. The pulled pork sandwich is outstanding.
Time Out Chicago KidsJanuary 10, 2012
There are lots of child-friendly options on the menu: ham frites and chickpea fritters with romesco and hazelnut hummus are hits. And all the bustle means no one has to be super quiet. Read more
Cary BlackOctober 4, 2014
Surprisingly easy to walk in without a reservation if you're willing to eat at the bar or seating area in the front of the restaurant.
Molly EMay 30, 2015
The menu changes often. You can't really go wrong with anything. The cauliflower and green beans have been on the menu forever.
Sinaida K.July 9, 2017
The menu here looks scary: pork face, duck tongues and so on. Tastes amazing. Just try not to think that you are eating a pork face 😄
Natalya LisaJanuary 20, 2015
Be ready to share a table with others you don't know. You will need to wait a little longer for a table of just your party
Matt www.Travelyaps.comFebruary 5, 2015
This place is still as unbelievable as it was last year. The broccoli short ribs and monkfish were on point. Yum!!
Ninah RandolphAugust 14, 2016
Definitely try all the goat dishes. My group and I basically ordered the whole menu and shared. Very good
Janice LiJuly 16, 2011
For entertainment during your meal, ask to sit in the back by the kitchen (only seats 2) and watch the bustling preparation. Green beans, scallops and pig face were delicious!!
Algonquin Square Apartment HomesFebruary 17, 2015
If you are going to The Girl and the Goat don't leave without the grilled baby octopus, it will change your life!
Rachel RusnakJanuary 13, 2012
Pretty amazing, especially when you come with the person who is dating the executive producer of Top Chef. A very memorable experience, not to mention exceptional food!
Viktoria KatsAugust 17, 2014
OMG! This place is amazing! Absolutely everything is delicious but cauliflower and goat empanadas are a must have!
AnnaFebruary 24, 2017
PIG FACE! everything we tried was just delicious and the service was great. can't wait to come back.
Heather DumfordJuly 16, 2014
Been here 5+ times
Justin is the best bartender in Chicago...try the halibut with almond purée and don't leave without eating the sugo
David O CJanuary 15, 2022
Outstanding. The chickpea fritters and the salad with sharp along with the pork shank are excellent
Tom LeeApril 1, 2013
It's impossible to step inside Stephanie Izard's West Loop restaurant, popular with chefs and locals alike, and not feel the joy. The sense of community and comfort are widely apparent, from the so...
Rachel GruberJune 28, 2011
We didn't know how many plates to get, so we asked the waitress who said 4/person. You really only need 3/person - everything is so rich! Our favs were the green beans & the cauliflower
Phil KatzJanuary 7, 2015
An all around phenomenal meal. Goat empanadas are to die for.
Shirley LiuNovember 7, 2016
Definitely try the pork shank, green beans, escargot ravioli, bread and spreads, and pig face.
Rachel BrownJune 21, 2012
Go with a small group and order almost everything on the menu. Great dishes to sustain the concept. Worth the reservation, wait, & money.
David HoltzAugust 6, 2016
Go in late at night and you can sit without a reservation. The cauliflower is awesome!
Scott KleinbergMay 4, 2013
You know how there are only reservations at like 4:30 and 11? Well, that's because the experience is so freakin' awesome that there's nothing else left. Try the green beans, and never skip the bread.
Tom FortierSeptember 19, 2011
Sit at the bar and chat with the bartenders for their recommendations. But expect both a wait and an aggressive crowd also waiting for bar seats. It's worth the wait though! Read more
Korie EhemannSeptember 17, 2012
If you don't get the pig face, you're doing it wrong. Absolutely amazing food. And they make lemon cello in house and it's great.
Fatima AFebruary 4, 2016
Goat Carpaccio, duck tongue and tuna, green beans, blood orange tea and THIS for dessert! 👌
MayeeJanuary 3, 2015
Goat empanadas and Grilled octopus were the most memorable items. Yummeh! Sea bass with mole was way too salty and the mole overpowered the fish/rest of the dish.
Jenny AguirreMarch 19, 2013
No reservations? Get there by 4:30 and sit by the bar for dinner and drinks. You won't regret it! Food is amazing.
Laura ThompsonJuly 16, 2016
Order the goat carpaccio, halibut and pig face. Absolutely amazing.
Time Out ChicagoDecember 6, 2011
Try the chocolate bouchon from our 100 Best list: Stephanie Izard successfully incorporates foie gras as a decadent marshmallow “fluff” alongside a moist chocolate cake.
Sruts SamMarch 1, 2013
Make reservations, if you can; try the braised pork shank; good for parties of 2-4 for decent portions of every dish you order.
Rosie AtkinsonApril 20, 2014
Veggies are to die for: never thought cauliflower or green beans could change my life, but here anything is possible.
Verena AlbuquerqueNovember 14, 2016
Absolutely amazing. Confit goat belly (my favorite), cauliflower, duck tongues and pig face.
Penny RossNovember 21, 2010
Who would have thought pig face tasted Sooooo good? One of the many surprisingly delicious ingredients dished up. Amazing ribs too- earn your free wet wipes by eating them with your fingers!
Gina Santosuosso-HusseyJanuary 13, 2014
AMAZING!! Ordered two items from each food category. Each bite was brought a new flavor!!
Diego ReynosoMay 31, 2015
Everything especially goat dishes, favorite restaurant in Chicago
Staci StarksJanuary 12, 2012
One of the best and most interesting meals I've had. The Ham Frites & Green Beans were amazing! If you're feeling adventurous, try the Pig Face.
Matthew TaubApril 15, 2015
Unbelievably good! One of the best places in Chicago. Small plates so be prepared to share.
Scot WheelerSeptember 1, 2015
Meh. I probably should have tried the burger. Good food that seems to use every part of the duck, but you have to enjoy eating in a crowded closet to really love this spot.
TopshopJune 19, 2012
Not only is this a great place for people watching but their goat's milk cheesecake has to be one of the best cheesecakes ever! Trust us...
Chet ManciniJuly 28, 2017
Get at least one goat dish. The pig face is pretty tasty--kind of like a breakfast hash.

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