Such a unique spot! It's off the beaten path. You are driving a single lane road for a while through some abandoned areas, and then you see a little waterfront and harbor, and some Burning Man sculptures and there is this on the dock restaurant. We were a group of 10 on a Saturday morning and it was busy but not so crowded, but I did hear it fills up fast later in the day with live music. Foodwise, the food was solid. Like all restaurants these days, prices were a bit high for value, but sigh, that's everywhere. But for middle of nowhere, the food was good! I shared the fish & chips and the baked eggs. The baked eggs were a 3, they lacked something! The fish and chips were 2 big deep fried pieces and delicious fries. More tartar sauce, always, please! I enjoyed the cucumber and watermelon salad the shisito peppers the most! Overall, such a unique spot with solid food. Your paying for vibes and ambiance. We did a little baby "sprinnkle" there and it was the perfect spot! read more

Solid food, terrible customer service. Really disappointing experience. We got there around 2pm, and our server was mumbling, not very personable, and didn't even write down our order. I'm not sure if that's why our food took over an hour to come out, but it definitely made the wait even more frustrating People who sat down after us had already gotten their food, finished eating, and paid by the time we even received our meal. We drove 45 minutes each way to come here, so waiting over an hour for food with no explanation or real acknowledgment was super disappointing!!! What made it worse was that there was no concession or attempt to make up for the experience. When we finally paid and got up to leave, another server rushed over with the POS asking if we had paid. After everything, it just felt like one thing after another. The woman managing was very sweet, which I appreciated, but unfortunately the overall experience was just really poor and absolutely not worth the 90-minute round trip. Also the server who was stepping in to help in place of our original server kept apologizing and let us know the kitchen was slow. What am I supposed to do w that information. For reference we were originally at table 1 and were moved to table 16. read more

Who doesn't love a good fish and chips or harbor chowder? My smashed lamb burger was excellent, paired with a generous side of tasty greek fries (and whole roasted garlic cloves which my sister loved). Everyone dug the fish tacos, roasted summer peppers, and stone fruit crumble. My family loved exploring the area around the restaurant, it seems to be a hit with kids (climbing on art / statues) and the outdoorsy (great views of the bay and yachts / houseboats) and SF-Vallejo ferries. Friday night we enjoyed the live music and outdoor patio. Service was great and fast. read more

A wonderful open-air venue located off the beaten path on Stenmark Drive in Point Richmond. This spot has gone through many iterations from cafe to bbq and now a cozy outdoor patio offering a changing menu of seafood, "pizzas", lamb burger, limited brunch items and light fare. Be sure to look at the menu and pics from the last month as no fried calamari and wood-fired pies...something we were looking forward to. A little disappointed as the "pizza" ordered was more of a sourdough bread with crumbs of sausage. Yeah you had to look for it and minimal on flavor. Skip for me Items ordered and delicious : :: Yucatán stew - flavors of a tortilla soup with mussel, salad shrimp, fish, onions and poblano pepper in a light tomato-based sauce with a slight kick. Thin strips of fried tortilla on top. 4/5 stars. No bread or crostini offered :: Fish and Chips - light and nicely fried rockfish with thin fries (I prefer a thicker cut) and vinegar based cole slaw - 4/5 stars :: Harbor chowder - rockfish in a light, thin yet flavorful broth (doesn't rely on flour or cream) - 4/5 stars Service was friendly and attentive. Arrived at 11am and started getting busier by 1130...music offered in the evening. Relaxing and chill spot. East Brother Beer Company is across the way (20 steps) but not open during day. Plenty of drink options (Wine, Fieldwork, Almanac, East Brother Beer) available including non-alcoholic. One bathroom nearby but if you walk down the path there are other unisex restroom (thank goodness not port-a-potties!) for the public and tenants so you're not standing in a line! Short walk along the rugged shoreline and path you'll see some Playa Art (refuge for Burning Man sculptures). I'm always impressed with the massive art and detail that go into these pieces...definitely a labor of love. Also, you'll see these large osprey nests perched atop pilings and utility poles along the water that you rarely see...gotta love nature! :) Overall, a great spot for a special event, drinks, music and bites. I hope they offer calamari and wood-fired pizzas again and check when they have a Fall 2026 menu. Last exit before you get to the San Rafael toll booths. Signage to direct you along the windy 2-lane road. Plenty of free lot parking. Bring a jacket as it can get a little chilly under the covered patio. Heat lamps available Note: Receipt notes a 3% Environmental Fee - independent surcharge added to bills to offset packaging costs, fund carbon-offset programs, or cover local green mandates. read more

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A hid gem! This is a perfect spot to gather with friends and family. Nestled in the cove of the point Richmond bay, surrounded by larger than life burning man art and serenaded with bands to entertain while the sun sets off the water and boats glide by. The food was delicious and there was at least one dish for all dietary needs. The dessert selection was on point. As a group of nine We enjoyed the selection and wines. Service was attentive and helpful. read more

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If you're ever craving a fish and chips dish with an amazing outdoor view, then this is the spot! This place is amazing for kids to run around and play on the massive swing and there's so much to see! There is outdoor seating only so make sure to dress accordingly or go during good weather. Food was delicious but service took forever to come out. The beers and cider are nice to have while you wait for your food. This is amazing place to socialize and just take in the fresh air. There was a baby shower celebration happening next to the eating area so looks like that can be also be reserved for parties or celebrations which is nice. We'd definitely love to come back one day! read more

Sailing Goat Restaurant - Fish and chips - Seafood Near Me - Richmond, California

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Great food My son-in-law and I both had fish and chips which was pretty good! They do have malt vinegar. You just have to request it. I also had their chowder of the day, which was really good! It was made with rockfish. My daughter had the bouillabaisse and that was really good. I wish I had ordered that! The only complaint was it's a long way to get there from the exit! This of course is beyond their control! I would go while the light is still out. Do not go after dark because the roads to the restaurant are not lighted! Would definitely go again, but while there's still sunlight out, lol! read more

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Date night at this little gem was special and food was amazing. It is somewhat a little eerie driving through the windy road but once you reach the end, its very sweet and cozy spot. The dining area is outdoor so come prepared with a jacket just in case however, if you don't have one or your date is at arms length away, you can adjust the heater to your liking. Caesar Salad - i love me a fresh crispy salad and this def satisfied that Fish and Chips - HUGE tender pieces of fish and my favorite, fries Brazilian Fish Stew - Great flavor, lots of fresh seafood Service was great, food was amazing. We were stuffed after our meal but luckily this place is located along a pier. We walked off our meal and admired the art installations on the open grass area. read more

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Stopped in for lunch on a weekday with nice weather. This place is kind of off the beaten path behind Chevron but has pretty nice views. Been meaning to try this place after seeing it pop on Eater and an article on sfgate. The menus are seasonal so they have a pretty good rotation of food. Ending up ordering the brandade app and splitting both the fish and chips and harbor chowder with the wife. The fish and chips were good, highlight of the meal. Not surprising considering from what I've read, it's what they've become known for. Other 2 however were lacking. Brandade and chowder were both lacking in flavor, eating pretty bland. If you're looking for a place with a decent view and good fish and chips this place may be worth considering. However considering how remote it is and pricey it can be, I'd probably rather make the trek over to Sausalito. read more

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The whole super-casual-outdoor-dining-on-picnic-tables-near-the -marina vibe is great, but both times I've come to the Sailing Goat, the staff seem to be overwhelmed, which unfortunately affects the experience. It's hard to feel welcomed when I just feel their stress energy. The last visit was on Mother's Day (we were prepared to be patient and wait). We expected to be able to order drinks and hang out in the sun while we waited for our tables. That could not happen since we were told that the staff were too overwhelmed to handle extra drink orders. When we found out that the only drinks available were in cans, that was particularly annoying. The timing of the food was a fail. My daughter finished her Mac and Cheese before multiple other people got their food. Plus the serving was too small to be in the entree section. She and my husband, both left feeling hungry and had to eat when they got home. I was happy with my quinoa salad that was filling and delicious. It was also nice to have live music. If it's not a warm weekend day, maybe things are better but then, why go? read more

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I've been wanting to try this place for a couple of years now since seeing reels of them on IG being hyped up. Located at the tip of Point Richmond on the other side of the Chevron refinery. Getting here is quite an adventure since it's out ofand off the beaten path. The road is bumpy, narrow, winding, unkempt and plenty of potholes. Be prepared to move at the edge of the road when you encounter another vehicle going the opposite direction. It's a secluded place right on the waterfront with a small community of charming boathouses. They certainly have a great view of the bay. It was a lazy Sunday afternoon, but the place was busy and had a musician playing on stage. It's definitely a whimsical place and dog friendly. The dining area is outdoors covered under a tin roof of steel/metal structure. Service was very welcoming and quite accommodating. We were initially seated near the entrance and were moved to the main dining area once it became available. We ordered a Brandade - $17 (Local Rockfish, Onion, Potatoes, Garlic, Cream and Crostini), Harbor Chowder - $14, Pizza Romana - $22 (House made sourdough w/ meat), Fish & Chips - $28 (Local Fish, French Fries and Tartar Sauce) and Richmond's own East Brother Oatmeal Stout for some libation. Everything looked good and my expectations were high. But when it came to tasting them, the flavors were surprisingly lacking and became a one note experience. A monotone of chewing without enjoyment. The best-tasting dish we had was the Fish and Chips - deep fried and seasoned appropriately. And the beer was excellent...thank goodness. But the rest were just bland to meh. The crostini were too hard; the pizza was too bready and unappetizing, and the chowder was too watery. I believe their menu is seasonal and rotating so perhaps a return visit would be a different experience. I hope, since I was looking forward to trying their Calamari, which sadly, was not on the menu. On this trip, the place didn't live up to the hype. read more

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What a fun restaurant! I stopped by Sailing Goat for a late lunch with friends after a group sauna session at nearby good hot. It feels like the restaurant is in the middle of nowhere, but it is adjacent to the San Pablo sailing docks. We were lucky to stop by on a gorgeous sunny and unseasonably warm February day. there was live music playing, and the staff were in good spirits. The menu is not extensive, but it has plenty of options for every taste. I was very happy with my quiche and salad. The salad in particular seem to be composed of super fresh and just picked veggies. Portion sizes were generous. I also enjoyed a bite of my friend's fish and chips, which was super flaky and fresh. That portion was massive with three huge pieces of fried fish and a huge pile of crispy shoestring fries with tartar sauce. I also enjoyed my can of cider, which was dry and refreshing. Highly recommended! read more

Sailing Goat Restaurant - Quiche with salad with my cider in the background. Very tasty! - Seafood Near Me - Richmond, California

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Met up with a longtime friend from SF (who was blown away about the location) at Sailing Goat and had one of those afternoons that just worked out perfectly. As a Richmond local, I've spent a decent of time chasing real good beer and comfort food around the Bay, and this place delivered. We started with my favorite cucumber salad and a couple Fieldwork IPAs (the regular West Coast IPA, not hazy). Then came the fish & chips. Honestly, fish (unless it is extraordinary) doesn't usually get me excited, but this was the standout. The batter was light, crispy, and steaming hot, with two good-sized pieces of fish per order. Add lemon and malt vinegar and it was game over. The fries were great, too, but the fish was the surprise. In fact, I liked it so much I ordered a second plate. At $28, it's more of a treat than a habit, but when I find great fish & chips, I'm all in. The setting doesn't hurt, either. Sitting above Point San Pablo Harbor with the boats gently rocking below is about as relaxing as Richmond gets. Then Los Bahianatos!! started playing cumbia and completely won over the crowd. Before long people were happy & dancing and sticking around longer than they probably planned. Good beer, great fish & chips, live music, and a waterfront view. Hard to complain about any of that. read more

Sailing Goat Restaurant - Fish & Chips!! (and Fieldwork IPA) - Seafood Near Me - Richmond, California

Sat on the bar/water, had fish and chips and a bowl of chowder. The fish was fresh, crispy, flaky, loved the batter and rockfish. The chowder was flavorful and unique/ delicious and from scratch. Boats in the marina, sunshine, a drink- great afternoon hangout spot! read more

Sailing Goat Restaurant - Fish and Chips, Calm Chowder - Seafood Near Me - Richmond, California

Came here over the summer and thought it was such a cute restaurant by the water! I had been seeing Sailing Goat all over social media and wanted to see what the hype was about, and it did not disappoint! It's a little bit of a trek to get here in the car, winding and narrow roads to be aware of. But once you're in the clear and can see the parking lot, it's all worth it! It looks like all seating is outside on a deck (please correct me if I'm wrong). A portion of their kitchen is open and facing the deck, so it's nice to see the chefs cooking and the servers come out with your food. Our server that day was super friendly and patient with us as we made our indecisive selections. My cousin and I ordered the roasted spring chicken, fish and chips, and the harbor chowder. Everything was so delicious! Loved all the seafood in the soup! The fish had a light and crispy batter to it that was to die for! And the roasted spring chicken was light, protein packed, and refreshing. I believe we had a seasonal berry drink that they were serving at the time (nonalcoholic). It was sooooo good! Such a wonderful meal in a beautiful location! Highly, highly recommend! read more

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Wonderful food, friendly service, and awesome atmosphere! Warmly greeted and seated quickly. Glad they have unsweetened iced black tea (perfect!), and the watermelon agua fresca was refreshing and delicious. We were blown away by the perfect balance of the Watermelon and Cucumber salad - absolute must-try if they have it. The fish and chips was super crispy and tasty, and the lamb smashburger was yummy, too. We had no room for dessert - so we have to go back! read more

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Super cute spot right on the water, just off the last exit of the Richmond San Rafael Bridge. All outdoor seating, good food, free parking, and the cleanest porta potty I've ever seen! We went early and caught a live band setting up as we were leaving, so yes, they do live music too. Service was friendly but a little too eager. We were catching up with friends and our waiter kept checking in every few minutes. Still, the food was great and the view was amazing. If you want a chill spot with waterfront vibes and good eats, check this place out. You'll love it! read more

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This was my first time visiting The Sailing Goat, and honestly, I wish I had gone sooner. Everything we ordered was absolutely delicious. The location is beautiful--right on the water at Point San Pablo--with plenty of parking and outdoor seating to enjoy the views. Every dish was a hit. The salad was fresh and incredibly crunchy, with some of the best croutons I've had in a long time. My favorite was the seafood stew; it was rich, flavorful, and packed with perfectly cooked seafood. The fish and chips were also excellent--light, flaky, and crispy without being greasy or soggy. We enjoyed all of our drinks as well. The service was quick, friendly, and genuinely helpful. From start to finish, everything felt easy and welcoming. The whole experience was perfect: great food, beautiful weather, waterfront views, and outstanding service. I can already tell this is going to become one of my favorite spots to bring friends and family when they're visiting from out of town. Skip the crowded tourist traps and come here for delicious seafood and a relaxing waterfront experience. read more

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I was not going to do this review of The Sailing Goat because we went in the early afternoon on Mother's Day. They were slammed so the fish and chips were, at best, ok. Chips cold. Fish was very greasy. So, I was not going to write this review because I'm sure it's better on non-holidays. THEN I tasted the strawberry rhubarb crumble and I was in heaven. I love this combination but the warm spices and the real whipped cream brought it together when it arrived piping hot!! If I had only had this I would have given it five stars. That's the food. The location and grounds are remarkable. Giant metal sculptures are impressive and would delight kids of all ages (yes, 76). I will definitely go back for another try. I expect that earlier or later on a non-holiday, the food will be better. Not the Crumble...it doesn't get better than the Strawberry Rhubarb crumble at Sailing Goat. read more

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Great views and places to walk our dogs while waiting to be seated. A very unsuspecting place because you have to drive down a long road near the refineries to get to the point... and I definitely asked my husband if this is where he was going to murder me. There's great art installations in the open field next to the restaurant and a great little beach across from the house boats. We ordered the fish and chips and were not disappointed. Probably some of the crunchiest yet not too over-battered fish and chips I've ever had. Expect a wait on the weekends especially if the weather is nice. But definitely worth the drive read more

The service, food and views are great ! Plus there is a fair amount of walking trails to stretch your legs before or after the meal

This place offers a bayside dining with fantastic view Service was efficient ,the food was great fish n chips prepared perfectly Most of all we have great time exploring and wonderful experiences read more

This place is really tucked away in Point San Pablo Harbor...so much so that the drive there might make you question whether there's even a restaurant at the end of the road. But sure enough, a really cute spot by the marina stands the Sailing Goat. We arrived around 11am on a Sunday, which was perfect timing. It wasn't too busy yet, but by the time it got closer to lunch, the line outside started building up. I'd recommend coming a bit earlier and drive carefully on the way in lol We were seated within about 10 minutes and had menus in hand while we waited. The main reason I'm giving this place 3 stars is the ambience. Sitting outside next to the water, al fresco, is always a win for me. As for the food, it was honestly pretty average. I did learn that their menu changes from time to time, so experiences may vary depending on what's offered. Here's what we tried: Mackerel Tin Spread (8/10): Served straight from a sardine tin, but dressed up with arugula, bell pepper salsa, and buttery toasted sourdough. Tasty, though a bit overpriced for what it was. Mimosa (9/10): Exactly what a mimosa should be, no complaints. Fish and Chips (8/10): The batter was light, buttery, and delicious. It might come across as salty to some, but I enjoyed it. The fish was fresh, tartar sauce tasted house-made, but the fries and ketchup were pretty standard. Seafood Stew (3/10): Described as spicy, but it had zero kick. While the seafood itself was good, the broth was thin and bland more like the kind of soup you'd serve someone who's under the weather. Definitely a miss for me. Total bill amounted to almost $200, which I could say we're paying for the experience. I'd come back to see what their other menus offer. read more

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Jenny and Edwin were my servers and they were absolutely wonderful. They had smiles. They were informative. They explained things on the menu they were able to get me a little extra salad dressing with that prompting they were very Service connected and oriented. I have been coming here for years and it's one of the greatest secrets in the Eastbay of San Francisco. If you wanna feel like you've gone somewhere truly unique this is the place. I remember it and its first and second incarnation and this third has elevated at one more level. I think it's absolutely wonderful here you cannot beat the views and the people that work here are so nice and the food is really beautiful to look at. And the prices are reasonable for the ambience. I think this is absolutely a date place or it could be your place, but it is a very special place for everyone. Children and pets are welcome and seating is all outdoors covered and protected from the wind. And it sits right on the marina with the Bay to your back, it's just gorgeous here. My wife agrees with me that this now is our spot. Our go to place when we want to getaway sit and have beautiful views nice people around us and just relax and let it all go. Also look into music events that are held down there too. It's a community that is unique. read more

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Totally cool place to check out. Party of 6 adults with 6 kids under 3 fabulous time. No real kids menu although they can do a grilled cheese. The Fish & Chips is what everyone ordered along with salads for the adults. Delicious salads and fresh. The Harbor Chowder was good too. Service was very laid back, filled us with a water pitcher, silverware on the table with napkins makes it easy. Outdoor seating under a metal shed. Picnic tables and some tables/chairs. Hearing lamps when there is a chill. Great place for brunch too, next time we will definitely come for brunch. Live music Saturdays & Sundays, 1-4. Oh main point is most of the menu is Gluten-free. Fish & chips has a dedicated fryer for the Gluten-free breading. Very crispy, fish very moist. Check it out! read more

Sailing Goat Restaurant - Ambiance - Seafood Near Me - Richmond, California

After seeing enough reels online about this restaurant, I decided that it was time to finally check it out! We were a large party of 8 and expected to have a long wait time, but it turned out to only be about 15ish minutes. If you do have to wait long, you can walk around the corner to the bar and have a drink while you wait. To eat, my boyfriend and I shared the seafood stew and fish & chips. The stew was the big winner for me because of how much seafood they actually put in the dish! I was very impressed. I also loved that the fish had a light batter and came with a delicious tartar sauce. Pro tip: pack your hat and wear some sunscreen because even if the temperatures aren't high, the sun sneaks up on you out here. read more

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The quinoa arugula salad was hella good. Fish and chips is a must. Kids loved the fries. They're picky with their fries. They know what they like and they like shoe string sized fries. The Mac n cheese was delicious. Love the environment. Right by the water, so the view is beautiful. Beer, good food, and a chill spot. Definitely will be back again. Was there twice in a week I loved it so much. Bring a jacket. Will get a bit cold. They also have heat lamps too. Waiters were attentive and pleasant. read more

Sailing Goat Restaurant - The quinoa arugula salad was hella good. Fish and chips is a must. Mac n cheese was delish. - Seafood Near Me - Richmond, California

What a view! This restaurant took over the Pirate BBQ spot. It's a nice venue and they have regular entertainment on the weekends, which makes it worth the effort to travel and hang out for appetizers and a drink. We had a nice meal and a couple of cocktails. We had the fish and chips, seafood stew, a salad and appetizer. The food was all good, but the service is not the best. Maybe they're having challenges with people driving out to Point Molate, who knows, but don't go there if you're in a hurry. It's still a great spot to just enjoy the scenery, have a beer or cocktail, appetizer and relax! We're always in such a hurry these days, and stressed to .... Get it now! Just chillax and smell the fresh seafood and bay breeze. You won't regret it! read more

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The Sailing Goat is an amazing spot with breathtaking views of the bay. The service was outstanding--our party arrived a little late, but the staff graciously seated us without any issue. The atmosphere was just as impressive as the food, and we were treated to live jazz during our meal. As a fun surprise, we discovered that the saxophonist lives next door to my niece! The food did not disappoint. We ordered the seafood stew, fish and chips, and the lamb burger, and every dish was delicious. The beautiful weather made it the perfect day to relax at the harbor and enjoy the stunning waterfront views. We can't wait to come back! read more

The fish and chips were good, along with the strawberry rhubarb desert. They used Rock Fish that day, but it depends on the local catch. The had a nice oatmeal stout in cans. The service was very attentive when I went there. There wasn't any live music that day, but I guess that depends who's booked. There is ONE nice restroom building right accross from the main eating area, so you DO NOT have to use the porta-potties nor the "locals only" restrooms by the houseboats (unless there is a super long line). There is a nice area to expore around the restaurant with large sculpures and even some kind of goat farm. I let my Husky explore around there. I noticed a "leash-only" sign there FYI. The road to get there is very windy and uphill. Take your time around the turns in the road to avoid clipping anyone. read more

Whenever we have guests in town we take them to Sailing Goat. It's an adventure just to make it to the restaurant! Once you get there it's a super sweet place w gorgeous views and kind staff. Food is pricey, but everywhere is pricey (right??), and it's all local fish. The fish and chips are our favorite - get that. Homemade tarter, yum. Take a walk along the harbor and check out all the art installations. Enjoy! read more

Sailing Goat Restaurant - Seafood daily soup special, gem salad and fish and chips. And my sister! - Seafood Near Me - Richmond, California

Food, service and ambience cannot be beat at this restaurant. It is one of our favorite spots, almost like traveling through time. We have enjoyed weekend brunches, with live music, All of which would've been wonderfully enjoyable, even if the food weren't as fantastic as it is. Nice simple menu of all the things you would want. Service is fantastic, especially our waiter, Otto! We have also been to concerts and danced while watching the sunset over the bay and the moon rise over the hills. This is a hidden gem. read more

Great service. Very friendly staff. Excellent food. Cool ambiance with music. A unique spot. Highly recommend

Very unique spot! Apparently this used to be a BBQ joint, now it is more of a general restaurant. It also used to be a dirt road the last half mile or so to get here, now it's all paved, but it is very narrow and bumpy. There's a pretty big parking lot (which fills up) and all around it is a wonderland for kids and adults alike. There's a goat pen, and there are big pieces of Burning Man-esque art, all interactive (you're allowed to climb them!). Lots of fun! I had called several times trying to make a reservation. No one answered, and their voicemail box was full; I always called on weekends during the day. My friend called and was able to make a reservation (7 people, a Saturday at 11am).. not sure if it was just luck or what. Service was good. It's a pretty chill vibe. Covered outdoor area. Sunny when we went on a Saturday in February. Stage where a band started playing at 1pm. A path to walk down to the end of the marina. More picnic tables directly out in the sun (with umbrellas), where we could be further from the music since we had a baby in the group. Generally kid-friendly, lots of families and young ones there. Our very shy one even made a good friend as they were climbing and playing on the sculptures! Total cost was $167.74 for 4 entrees, 1 side (shared between 2 small kids), 1 brunch entree, 2 coffees. Food for 4 adults, 2 kids. * Frittata ($16) - 3.5 stars. Salad had fresh ingredients. Frittata was spongy and a little hard, but overall tasty. * Cacciucco "Tuscan" Seafood Stew ($32) - 4 stars. It was really good and flavorful. Needs more bread, though! read more

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We love visiting Point San Pablo harbor! It's a very unique spot, tucked away behind the hidden roads near the Richmond-San Rafael bridge. It's a very small community and they have many sculptures from Burning Man stationed here. It's a beautiful place to walk around, admire the community garden and visit the goats and to check out the lovely houseboats! I wish I had nicer things to say about our first visit to Sailing Goat. We had been here when it was the Black Star Pirate BBQ but Sailing Goat is new to us. Parking is super easy out front. We parked and walked in to the restaurant. The sign says to wait to be seated. There was another couple in front of us. We waited about 10 mins which isn't too bad for Sunday 1:30pm on a holiday weekend. The ambiance is great - the outdoor seating by the bay is perfect! It went downhill from there. They took a long time to get our drink order. We ordered drinks and food at the same time. We had been looking at the menu for awhile so we knew what we wanted. And we didn't want to chances on more delays on placing our order. Drinks came out right away. The appetizer came out soon after. Water never showed up. I had a water bottle with me and I had finished that. Fish & chips came out. We used the empty appetizer bowl as one of the plates. My husband used the plate that the bowl was on. We had to be resourceful to to share the food but there was no wait staff to be found. A server, not for our table, came out so I flagged him down right away. We needed water, ketchup and plates. He brought us a pitcher of water and then realized that we didn't even have any glasses for water so he brought glasses filled with water. The fish & chips is gluten free and maybe that's why the batter was a little different for us. But it was good, freshly fried and it wasn't too greasy. The fries were great and the cole slaw was fine. Then our server came to clear our table and asked if we wanted any dessert. I reminded him that we're still waiting for our second entree. He looked befuddled. 2 of 3 of us walked over to the bathroom which took a long time - there was a line and there's only 1 bathroom. I stayed at the table and asked the next server that was coming by if our chicken is coming. She said it'll take must a few minutes. They finally brought out 3 clean plates. Then the entree finally came. The braised chicken finally arrive. Then we were waiting for the bill. Waiting and waiting. 2 of 3 of us got bored and left to explore the grounds. I flagged down another server. She gave me a bill. I'm getting tired of all this waiting. I finally paid the bill. The table next to us was seated after us and left long before us. Maybe we should have canceled the chicken entree. It was a long meal which I don't mind if the transition between courses is smooth but things got missed, order of chicken forgotten. I'm glad 3 of us shared the entrees - otherwise someone would have been very hungry. I do wish the service was better. read more

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Okay fellow gluten free fam, lemme tell you up front, it's worth it. I know what it feels like when your gf friend says, oh have you tried this place? So you go down a long ass road that feels definitely like it leads to a murder cabin in the woods, thinking the whole time you're being punked. To find the most delightful and gluten free fish and chips on a waterfront patio with fire pits and a view (probably? I was there at night! hence the murder vibes otw). Thanks to my gf pal Theresa W. for the rec, who it turns out wasn't punking me! read more

The food was very dull and the coffee awful. Also, we received terrible service. The only reason this isn't a one star review is because the cocktails were great. read more

I LOVE THIS PLACE! This was my second time here and I'm already looking forward to coming back and I just finished my food. The ambience of the surroundings really makes this place a special stop to get some amazing quality food. It's located right in the water tucked back pretty far from the main roads but the 10 minute detour to get here is a stunning drive and the destination is a beautiful little cove where the restaurant is tucked in. The service is always very fast, even if they are busy. The fish and chips is probably some of the best I've ever had in my life and they are gluten-free, which is a huge plus for people with dietary restriction! Check this place out! read more

Sailing Goat Restaurant - Fish and chips - Seafood Near Me - Richmond, California

So my friend wanted to take my daughter and myself to a unique place in Richmond that she happened on years ago. She accidentally ended up there after getting lost going to a different party. Anyway the drive to this restaurant is unique. It's down a back road that parallels the bay. You pass World War 2 buildings and it's very rustic. Once you arrive to the restaurant finding a parking spot is not easy on a Sunday evening in September. Be mindful of the private parking for employees and tenants. You will see large whimsical art, houseboats in a bohemian community. There are flush toilet bathrooms with soap and paper towels but one of the restrooms literally looked like it was toilet papered. As we walked up to the restaurant we could hear jazz music playing. We waited about 15 minutes in line to see the hostess. Then we waited another 15 minutes to be seated. The outdoor dining area is gravel with rugged, metal chairs and tables, napkins and tableware are in a container on the table. We were able to order quickly. Our shareable appetizer was brought and tasted good but not fantastic. White fish dip with rusks. The rest of the food took forever to come out. In the meantime I ordered coffee which came quickly but was cold. The manager brought another cup quickly that was hot. I then got another cup that was warm but not hot but I just drank it. Finally my friends chowder and my food came out. Both were lukewarm. My daughter's food never came out until we found our server and she said okay. Then we asked another server to check and it was brought out. Her food was also lukewarm. I ordered a fruit cheesecake. It came in a glass cup and it was delicious. We did enjoy the Jazz band playing and watching all the guest. The atmosphere was unique and enjoyable. We decided we will go back but only for dessert and coffee ordered extra hot. The food was not particularly good, the service was okay. The manager was wonderful. We did not complain. We paid the bill. It came to about 60 per person. We did not have drinks only water and the 2 coffees I had. read more

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Really disappointing experience here last night. This was my second time coming to this restaurant, the first time I came (about a year ago) the food was decent and the service was solid, so I wanted to come celebrate my birthday here. The food was really unimpressive and the service unfortunately was not great. First of all, there was multiple gifts and flowers on the table, which was obvious it was my birthday, and there was no question of whether or not we were celebrating anything which I think is just sort of a standard good practice thing to ask as a server. Secondly, the food just did not hit this time. The Caesar salad and french fries were great. Other than that, disappointment all around. The mac & cheese was so bland and so overcooked that the noodles couldn't even be picked up with a fork because they were just falling apart from being so mushy. No texture, barely any breadcrumbs, zero flavor. The barbecue chicken itself was good, but the sides were very lacking in flavor, and the overall dish was incredibly small for $26. We got the quinoa salad and it was so overpoweringly smoky that we actually had to send it back which is a rare occurrence. I don't even know the last time I've sent a dish back. The server looked extremely confused and just said "well OK" and then never actually took that $23 salad off the bill. Like I think he just thought we were saying we don't want this, but didn't actually register that we were asking to have it taken off the bill. It had maybe three small bites out of it. The pizza hit the spot in the way that pizza hits the spot but the cheese tasted like it was really low quality almost like a pre shredded bag. The dessert was good but too small. We had to flag down our server several times for water refills or the second bottle of wine that we ordered, it honestly seemed like they were a little bit shortstaffed - service was very, very slow moving and we felt just unattended to most the time. Overall, it was so disappointing, I felt a bit embarrassed for talking this place up to my friends and then them having such a lackluster experience. It's such an amazing atmosphere and such a cool concept and I feel like they need to bring their food up to par to match how incredible of an atmosphere it is, especially at those prices. I actually have tentative plans to come back in a couple weeks and I'm gonna change the location because of this. read more