Ended up here on a whim with some friends and honestly loved it. Dark, no-frills, a little chaotic in the best way. Pool tables, strong drinks, good energy, and absolutely no pressure to perform. It's refreshing to be somewhere that doesn't care who you are or where you usually go. read more

Disappointing experience. The cleanliness also needs improvement--the venue was dirty, and the glasses did not appear to be properly cleaned. read more

Came here to celebrate a birthday and it was so much fun! I reached out to them to see if I could get a spot reserved for me and my friends and Joe the bartender helped me set it up! He was our bartender as well and was great and kept checking up on our table to see if we were all good! We got pitchers which was great to share with everyone. The music was good and the vibes were 10/10 read more

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Goat Hill Tavern is one of those places I somehow keep ending up at every Tuesday at 7 PM with friends. It even showed up on Season 19 of "Real Housewives of Orange County", which honestly shocked me because I wouldn't expect those rich ladies to come here, but I guess they like to slum it sometimes lol. It's a laid-back dive bar with easy parking, solid drinks for my friends (I don't drink), and a casual, no-pressure vibe that makes it a reliable weekly meetup spot in Costa Mesa. Just keeping it real, the bathrooms are gross, and yeah, people smoke inside like it's part of the ambiance. The bar is outdoors and indoors because the game room area has an open roof so you're not technically smoking indoors (doesn't mean I love the smell though). Still, I keep coming back. read more

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We stopped in to kill a little time before going to the other place. We went to they had drinks. I had a couple steps, but I ended up just drinking water to feel better. It was a fun place. It was quite busy. The music was great. they have a pool table they have outside so you can smoke if people do smoke. The vibe is great. We got a large table for all of us to sit and just talked and hung out and then more friends came to celebrate which was awesome and then we left, but it was nice. We got seats. Everybody was smiling and having fun and enjoying the music and drinks. Thank you for great service. Everybody was really nice and the bartenders. Have a beautiful day :) show kindness to everyone Aloha read more

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Always a great time here. Lots of beer to pick from and a lot of games available to play. Don't expect anything fancy, as this is a true dive bar and that's why we love it. The service isn't always fast, but the memories made here last. read more

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Local here, I used to go to goat hill pretty often... probably wont anymore after the horrible experience I had last weekend. Recently got laid off and went to blow some steam off with my boyfriend and room mate, we ordered a few drinks and the bar tender with long hair looks at me when I was trying to order more and said I didnt tip him with a nasty look so he took every one else's order...... I waited 30 minutes there and he wouldnt even look at me after. I understand people live off tips but I found it super disrespectful and highly inappropriate... it gets worse.... when I realized he was being a douche I went to the other side of the bar and he saw so he told the other bartender (he was on the bigger side) managing that area something and pointed at me. That bartender never got my order and I waited again for a while until the woman bartending finally got my order. Im so sad and kind of traumatized by what happened because I love goathill and usually staff is nice but I dont know what happened this time, maybe because there was so many people his ego was higher than his height??? read more

Very fair prices....when you can get service. They need to hire or train staff that are customer service oriented and friendly and dump the people behind the bar that ask ''what do you need?". The poor service is the primary reason why I have not returned. read more

Shame on this place.. charging a $3.00 per drink service stating it is a holiday charge. What is funny is that this was today.The day after fourth of july and they were charging three dollars extra per drink. I hardly ever go to this bar and now will never go.Because I think it's ridiculous to pay $3.00 extra per drink the day after a holiday at 1 o'clock in the afternoon. When there was hardly anybody in the bar. So tacky and so disgusting and the drink wasn't even good. read more

This is a cool dive vibe, but the crowd is a little older. I do think if it became a little more popular with the young 20's crowd, it would be a great place to hangout. The draft selection is impressive! read more

i lowkey forgot about this oc spot until recently lol it's nice but can get rowdy. parking lot available too. lots of games indoors. read more

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Pretty neat place. Never heard of a bar pumping out Backstreet Boys lol. Can't hate on some 90s classics. read more

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It's the definition of a longstanding dive bar. It's been here for 55 years so it's a classic. It's known for all their beers on tap, but it's also a full bar with any option of cocktails. The service is fast and friendly and the prices are great during happy hour. read more

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Big fans of Goat Hill. Truly a Costa Mesa staple. If you went to high school in CM, you'll run into at least five people you know. #HighSchoolReunion. It's got bar games, popcorn, an announcer who calls people names, and great music. What more could you ask for?! We're such big fans that my friend (Tom's Psalm on SoundCloud) even wrote a song about it (not released yet). Anyway, great place! read more

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Caught someone going through my friend's purse. Just recently her sister's wallet was stolen. Also the 3 guards at the front pat you down checking for guns it seems. Has changed a lot since the days when the Anaheim Angels visited regularly. read more

Terrible experience here, unprofessional staff - restrooms are disgusting and poorly managed.

As much as I love the place here and the vibe. But this is the dirtiest place I have ever been to. I've been to gas station restrooms that were pristine compared to this. I would rather pay triple the price to never see that restroom again. The price of the drinks were not remotely comparable to the nastiness of the environment you are in. Our bill, over $100, I would imagine they would at least mop or something once a quarter. Also, considering there is food. Is this even okay with the USDA? I feel nasty drinking anything from here. Disgusting. Staff is nice though :) read more

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Lots of beers on tap. Got the colors light and it was crisp. Bartenders addressed meas soon as I came in and it was a little crowded. That was amazing. Eagles and 49ers were playing so the crowds was having a good time read more

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Not poc friendly & smells like hot mildew. Only saving grace is there is various rooms in the location however what good is that if it feels like being a microwave with a pair of summo wrestler underwear in each one. read more

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What did my eyes see last night? The people watching here on a Sunday evening is truly unmatched. People arrived, as if from outer space, in bizarre outfits and way, way too drunk for 9pm. There was a man in a mullet smoking indoors. There was a velour tracksuit. There were girls shrieking in the bathroom, standing on the toilets to take pictures of each other above the stalls. The music was too loud (hope you like drake!) and the lights are so bright it kind of feels like an upside-down world CVS. But the drinks are cheap and various, the bartenders are nice, and I was totally entertained by the scene. We have a charming local legend in Goat Hill Tavern, I fear. read more

Way too overcrowded. They let just about anyone inside. I appreciate the strict security at door. They thoroughly check every lady's bag and all gentleman's waistband. 100% made me enjoy being inside knowing it's a very safe space. I believe they serve some food until a certain time. The bathrooms were my favorite because they were stocked on paper and soap. 2 things that are crucial yet always forgotten. Aside from that, drinks were great and bartenders were attentive. They also allow vape and cigarettes indoors. read more

i'm writing this as im still here but i find it ridiculous that the girl bartenders refuse to serve u if u dont tip well enough. i've been here multiple times n everytime i tip $2 every round but bc one of the bartenders picked up one of the receipts that WASNT mine that said $0 tip she refused to serve me. read more

Joe is the best bartender! So accommodating and kind. Hooked it up with Busch Lite which is a rare find in Southern California. I highly recommend Goat Hill on a Wednesday night for a chill and divey time. Ask for Joe! read more

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I actually love this spot. It's chill, fun and just honest. The beer pitchers are also very affordable. If you want to go dancing, just hop onto the boulevard. read more

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Tipped in cash and one of the bartenders decided to throw my id because he thought I didn't tip

Bartender didn't like the tip so he threw my friends Id across the bar twice leaving us for 10 mins looking all over the floor each time then told us not to come back read more

I was there a few times for Meetup events. I honestly really loved it and made new nerdy friends. Bunch of Indians. Meh.. I'm gonna go there again and meet some hot and young sexy girls so I can date and mate with. Overall, I really enjoy this place. The beer was awesome. read more

My wife and I always have such a great time at Goat! Joe the bartender is so nice check out their deals during the week!!! read more

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Always have a good time here. The bouncers and bartenders are cool AF. Especially JOE! Give this man a raise. He has amazing customer service and is a super nice human being! read more

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Always ask for TAYLOR! She's the only reason we return. She remembers us & knows are drinks always. This is the night spot in NB! read more

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Pretty cool spot. Came here for HH after work with some coworkers and ordered a few drinks. Lots of indoor decor to see. Staff cool as well. They have bar games and a great selection of microbrews. Since I'm not an expert I just tasted a few from my coworkers. Lots is street style furniture, mounted stuff animals,posters and eclectic decor. Will come back again soon. read more

I'm pleased to report Goat Hill Tavern is still going strong and is still the great place it's aways been. The GOAT (not you LeBron) founded in 1968 is a bona fide Costa Mesa institution. Legend has it that back in the day Newport Beach snobs referred to Costa Mesa as Goat Hill. Orange County has a lot of great bars, and the GOAT is one of the best. I will say, though, many of the great dives in Orange County are going by the wayside, but not the GOAT. It's full bar but beer is the thing with roughly 144 taps. Too many of them are devoted to IPAs, but that's just me. I hate IPAs. Pro tip ask for a tray of peanuts. They are good, and you can throw the shells on the floor to your heart's content. All in all it's a fun place with a chill mostly locals crowd. The cool kids park in the back. Cheers! . read more

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Soooooooo... Not my first underage beer but one of them! I'm over 50 so we all good! They serve it cold and with style! Listen.. local goto, that should never close! Amazing vibe and let's just say if u live in Costa Misery ya should know and tell your tourist friends! Legen........Dary read more

Always a fan of goat hill! Good music. Tons of tap options, plus a full bar. Fun times and good drinks.

What more can I say, Goathill is the "Goat". Friendly staff, clean and safe environment. Best bar in Orange County hands down.

Terrible experience and inconsiderate staff members. Even if the place has a lot to offer, the poor management definitely does not consider the people they serve. Never going back. read more

Throwback to Costa Mesa when "The Goat" hosted and welcomed characters of all types, including its "boat" owner, Don (aka "Mr. Smoothie" and so many others as you will come here to find the "spirits" live in the form of book readers sipping beer, bartenders politely welcoming, pouring and just the kind of vibe and banter the world needs for any chosen happy hour. Don't miss it or mess it up. read more

Can not support a bar whose owners steal tips from the bartenders. The owners won't pay to keep you safe either even though there has been shootings, drugs, and knives. They raise prices on busy weekends and holidays. This bar is a lawyers dream because they are always under lawsuits. Better , safer and much cleaner bars out there. read more

Fun place with a bajillion taps that's been around since I had a fake ID. Bartenders were friendly and gave great suggestions. Did not order any food, but needless to say, the beer selection is on pointe. Hard to beat this fun, welcoming Costa Mesa tradition. read more

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We try to come here every Thursday for there famous pint night and not to mention their "founders hour" which is HALF OFF ALL DRINKS! Then 7pm-8pm is HALF OFF ALL IPA's!!!... c'mon doesn't get better than that! In addition to that everyone including the security is extremely friendly and makes you feel welcome. The vibe can be chill/laid back during the week but don't get it twisted Friday night and Saturday night; it's a PARTY! DJ is set up, bartenders fast and efficiently serving while making some nice small talk. I want to especially give a shout-out to JOE! My personal favorite friend(bartender). This dude will look out for you make sure everything's well and having a good time! THANKS JOE! read more

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