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    Grumpy Goat Seafood Cantina

    3.8 (86 reviews)
    ModerateSeafood, Tex-Mex
    Closed 4:00 pm - 9:30 PM

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    Outdoor seating
    Good for kids
    Dogs allowed
    Good for groups

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    Jacqueline T.

    This was just an average experience for me. I was a bit annoyed to hear another server mention that happy hour was going on, yet our server didn't let us know. She also didn't check back very often. I did enjoy the guac and queso. The chips were also warm and fresh. The salsa and shrimp taco salad were mediocre at best. Just not a lot of flavor. My boyfriend said his tacos were good. The goat decor was cute and made me smile. I personally wouldn't go back.

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    Scott P.

    Sadly disappointed with this place. The food looks better than it tastes. Had a lively bar scene and the service was excellent- but I wouldn't go back.

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    Christine B.

    Blackened tuna taco was to die for - perfectly seared and flavors were on point. However despite being 1 of 2 tables in the place, our tacos took around 40 minutes to arrive. It seems they were pushing out lots of to go orders instead of the orders for customers in the restaurant. Goatarita was extremely sweet. All around good food and great prices though. Maybe we'll just order to go next time

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    Edith A.

    Oh my goodness! We just looked up a local cafe while we're traveling and this place came up. We started with the queso and we added chorizo. It immediately hit the spot. We had the Parmesan encrusted Mahi with rice and grilled squash. It did NOT disappoint! The crust was perfectly crunchy and the mango salsa on top was just sweet enough and the spicy cream sauce paired perfectly with it. We also ordered some tacos. The fish one and the steak one. Both were delicious although after the first 2 items, I was definitely getting full. The tortillas on the tacos was a little undercooked, not raw just not soft enough. But the stuffing made up for it. I ordered a Bloody Mary; it wasn't on the menu but they made one at my request. It was delicious and extra spicy, the way I like it. The kids ordered a quesadilla, which was just perfect for my 6 year old. The kids' fish sticks were hand made and delicious. However, it's a pretty big plate with plenty of homemade French fries! Finally, we ended the meal with a sopapilla topped with ice cream. I'll let you know how that is in a minute... it was delicious! I apologize for the lack of pictures, we couldn't wait to dig in. The nice thing is that they had outdoor seating, which was refreshing for us as many times they refuse to serve outdoors even if they have a patio. I definitely recommend this place!

    Catharine P.

    I'm happy I finally checked this place out and I didn't dislike it necessarily, but it wasn't really anything new or exciting. Their happy hour isn't anything special - basically $1 off drinks and that's it. When I asked if they had any happy hour specials on food they said "no, our food is cheap already". While their food isn't really expensive, it's not any cheaper than most places on JI. Anyway, their chips and guac/queso/salsa trio were good! Guac had a nice little spice to it. I personally like chunkier salsa and their queso is standard. I got a shrimp taco as well, again, it was good! But I've had similar elsewhere. My friend got their fried goat cheese taco, the cheese was mozzarella stick shape, we thought it would be a little better if they were small balls of goat cheese instead of one long log of it.

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    Food we all had was delicious. Stephanie was most gracious and helpful. Would highly recommend. We will definitely return.

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    9 months ago

    reasonably priced, delicious nachos, and casual back patio. the servers were super nice as well!

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    The drinks & food were great! No complaints. Very fair priced! Small but comfy. Outdoor seating is there

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    Food was great and the server was very friendly! Nice ambiance and easy parking. highly recommend

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    3 years ago

    Everything was great! Food delicious, service outstanding, atmosphere relaxed and comfortable! Will definitely be back!

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    I'm giving the Goat 5 stars for their calamari and their service. The atmosphere here is friendly and unpretentious.

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    As visitors from Tennessee we were charmed with their food, drinks, and service. Highly recommend!

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    One of our local favorites! Sat out back on a beautiful night! It was also margarita Monday! Can't beat it! Good food and great service!

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    Yummy tacos and tres amigos chips. The quac is super fresh!! Try the grumparita margarita! Will be here again!

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