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    Goat Restaurant

    4.8 (152 reviews)
    ModerateKorean
    Closed • 11:00 am - 9:00 pm
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    Jimmy C.

    This place is the best goat restaurant!! Servers are super kind and foods are so good!!

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    Samuel C.

    When I saw that this place had a 4.8-star rating with 144 reviews - not an easy feat - I was intrigued about whether they would deliver the quality I would expect. And they did. Goat can often be quite gamey, but this restaurant handles it exceptionally well. Their signature is the Goat Stew. The meat is tender and well-prepared, and every spoonful of the broth feels carefully layered with flavor - savory, warming, and comforting. There are supporting ingredients, like spices and chives, to complement the meat without overpowering it. It's the kind of dish that feels both hearty and refined at once. If you enjoy goat or are even just curious about it, this stew is a fantastic example of how well it can be done. I don't usually give 5-star reviews, but the Goat Stew at Goat Restaurant stands out as one of the better stews I have had in LA. I am already planning to come back for more.

    Hui Zhen J.

    This is by far the best black goat soup I've had in LA. The broth is rich and deeply flavorful without any of the strong gaminess that can sometimes come with goat dishes. Even if you're usually sensitive to the smell, you can enjoy it comfortably here. The meat was incredibly tender and fresh, and every bite felt satisfying. The seasoning was perfectly balanced -- not overly salty or heavy -- so I was able to enjoy the entire bowl without feeling overwhelmed. It truly felt nourishing and comforting.The interior is also very clean and well-maintained, creating a pleasant dining atmosphere. It's a great spot for family gatherings or even a nice, cozy meal. Overall, everything from the food quality to the ambiance was excellent. I will definitely be coming back.

    Steamed Black Goat Meat Platter (Sooyook) - They cut & serve at the table!!!!
    Jeff H.

    OMG... two thumbs up for Goat stew! Make sure to pre-order Steamed Black Goat Meat Platter (Sooyook) before you dine in.. (min. 4 hours to cook). Food & service : Very good Just little hard to find parking though.

    Ed M.

    A hidden gem in Los Angeles ! My GM in taekwondo takes me to authentic and traditional restaurants and this tops them all ...the goat meat is soft not gamey and soup is so delicious !Portions are enough and ambience is conducive to enjoying your meal. Although the menu is in Korean they speak goods english to interpret What they offer. Service is fast and the owner's son is in the mix to serve you! A must to visit in LA!

    Menu from 9/19/2025
    Jeff I.

    When you enter a Korean restaurant and 70% of the customers are old Korean ladies, you know you found a gem. Gatekeeping comes to mind, but this family run establishment should get their flowers. They've been around since 2002. They've been doing goat since Kobe the GOAT and Shaq were doing three-peats. Thanks to David, #bestoflafood for posting his video review. The three course meal is the way to go. We called ahead of time to make reservations. Owner aka, "Superstar" thanked us and recommended making a reservation in case they run out. They only cook two whole goats each day. One ready at 12 pm and another at 6 pm. For the three course meal, you can choose from the goat ribs ($80), front leg ($100) or the hind leg ($120). Then you add the hot pot and fried rice ($40). The three course meal with the goat ribs were perfect for 3 people. Flavors were simple yet complex. It's not as gamey as one would think. The salt and pepper dry dip and the fermented paste with hot mustard added some flavor bombs. The hot pot broth tasted clean and resets your palette. It made you dive in for more ribs and banchan. Back and forth, It was a roller coaster of flavors. The banchan was perfect. They provided two types of kimchi. One was an oyster base and another fermented for 30 days. The 30 days had this pungent pop of flavor. The other two were spicy cucumber and bean sprouts. Just the right amount of banchan to let the goat be the GOAT. Just when you thought the ride was over, you get one last hoorah. "Superstar" takes what's left of the hot pot and makes a crispy kimchi fried rice. At first bite you get this deep savory mouthful and it makes you go for more kimchi. The fermented one elevated the rice even higher. Make sure you scrape the pot and get every bit of crispy rice goodness. What a way to end this GOAT experience.

    The menu - everything looked so good but I decided to start with the goat stew
    Nathan R.

    Loved the goat stew!! It was delicious, there was lots of tender goat meat, green onions and veggies - yum!!! The service was great and the owner was very friendly and kind. Will definitely be coming back to get the goat hotpot next time!

    Ed L.

    This was the best meal I've had in months. The quality of the meat was excellent, the flavor of the stew was on point and the service and love from the staff put everything over the top. It is rare for a restaurant to exceed my expectations in every category but this place did it all. I'll be back and can't wait to share this place with more of my friends.

    Goat stew for 2
    Kevin S.

    My wife and I love goat. We also love Korean food. So, thanks to the Yelp algorithm, Goat Restaurant targeted me. And I'm happy that it did. Goat is in the place's name, so we had to get the goat stew for 2, which was the right call. The stew was fresh, spiceful, savory, bold, and hearty. And it was plentiful! We were treated to heaping amounts of goat and veggies in the stew, as well as unlimited sides. The banchan sides had prominent and notable fermentation but in a very welcoming, healthy, and delicious way. Our guts felt great after our meal. Special shoutout to our guy, Jin. I believe he's the owner--exceptional service. Jin was so warm, inviting, friendly, and eager to please. He's the best. I highly recommend Goat Restaurant to anyone who loves Korean food, goat, or is looking to try something new!

    Chaille K.

    My gf drove by a few weeks ago and asked if I had tried them out before. I have not and Goat stew has been on my mind since, so today was the day to swing by. They have parking in the back and they're located right on the corner. Very clean and open seating. Not a lot of seating but just enough. Service here is very very friendly and fast. The goat stew was so clean and flavorful it had made me fulfilled with happiness. Would go out of my way to come back and try all the other variations of goat along with the gop Chang dish!

    Alyonna Z.

    I have been to this restaurant multiple times, and the owner remembers us and really appreciates repeat customers. You can tell he loves what he does and his hospitality is unmatched! I hope he never loses his energy and enthusiasm. He really is a great person and a great business owner. On top of his amazing service, the food is incredible. Small menu, but everything is executed perfectly. The goat is fresh, tender, and clean tasting. The tripe dish was so perfectly crispy. The stew is so flavorful and the broth is amazing. Everything complements each other so well. It gets busy around lunch time but service is still fast. You literally see the owner running around and managing everything. I'm so happy this is in my neighborhood. You guys must try this place out! You will be amazed!!!

    Maruko X.

    Ambiance: it's a hidden gem in the area, spacious and high ceiling inside, parking in the tear Service: super friendly and attentive, refilled water and served food fast Food: very simple menu and specialized in goat soup Banchan - *** limited kinds, but the kimchi was really good Goat Stew - ***** Goat meat, Garlic, Chive, Perilla leaf, Roasted wild sesame seed, juicy meat and flavorful broth, highly recommend Spicy Beef Stew - **** Beef brisket, eggs, green onion, mushroom, and bean sprout, rich in taste, recommend Price: decent portions and reasonable prices, about $25 per person for a fulfilling meal

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    Seong I.

    The best place for goat. I've been coming here for decades. And it's a special dish for me. Thank you brother.

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