Great cocktails and appetizers. Had the Gin Lavender Smash and pizza rolls - delicious! Service at the bar was great. Was not happy when we approached the hostess, we were placed on a wait list because of kitchen staffing shortage with tons of open tables. When we sat at the bar, we asked if the kitchen was backed up and she said, no. Setting that aside and giving 4 stars for the bar service and quality of food and cocktails. read more

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It's been a while because I debated leaving a review here. Been here 2 times and the service is SLOW! Not only slow but some just flat rude. We wanted to give them the benefit of doubt and saw they had love island watch parties. We came early to secure a spot. Told the host why we came and he sat us right by the TV. We waited for it to begin. We tried to order the theme drinks and were told no because it's only when the show begins. (Mind you this was 10 mins prior to show time) Then the show was supposed to begin and none of the tvs were on the show. We watched them play with remotes for 15 mins. Still they didn't put it on the half of the bar were 4 groups were waiting. 30mins into the show we didn't see our server, no one told us it was only showing in the pool area. Us and another table had to get up to see it was on the other side of the bar. Mind you, there was no sound for a WATCH PARTY! So people were reading subtitles. Finally our server came and apologized about it not being on our side. We asked for the check and she charged us for those drinks WE NEVER GOT! That were sitting at the bar for 30mins. (That if you remember we couldn't order?!?) Then she hands us the drinks when we asked, now melted and still we had to pay for them even though we were literally leaving. read more

The only reason this doesn't give five stars is because the coffee service from Morning ritual for the goat is a little slow. Other than that, I highly recommend. Wanted to check out what Durham had to offer during my stay in Raleigh, so hopped over Line and came to this cute cafe! The residents living in the apartments that were built next to this place are pretty lucky! Our server told us that The Goat holds a lot of activities for them and the pool area is a nice place for residents and restaurant customers can hang out and play games. We got the biscuit flight. Perfectly buttery, fluffy on the inside, with ample crispy edges! The honey and berry dips were god, but the pimento cheese dip was out of this world! I like pimento but I'm not the biggest fan because everyone makes it differently. My pet peeve is a Mayo forward pimento. The Goat Pimento cheese seems to be made with cream cheese and I didn't taste any Mayo, so THIS is how I prefer my pimento cheese! I couldn't get enough of its savory goodness, then going for a honey or berry dips for that sweet salty sensation. The coffee service was annoying. Our server brought out the biscuits before the coffee, so I asked about it. About 3 minutes later a girl came with my husband's cappuccino and my coffee was in a glass filled to the brim with ice. I immediately said, wait I didn't order iced anything, I drink my coffee hot and she immediately snatched it and walked away without saying a word! That was a strange way to treat a customer who has not only been waiting for late coffee but when the coffee came it was all wrong! We were almost done with the biscuit flight by the time my Lavender Honey Mocha with Oat Milk HOT came out. I will say that it was a delicious cup, however! Worth the wait??? Well I ended up asking my server for a to go cup for the coffee. The last nail in the coffin of The Goat not getting that 5th star is getting a plastic to go cup for a cold drink. By this time I realize they were never gonna get it right. So I just pulled my warm coffee into that plastic cup, prayed the microplastics and toxins from the plastic cup would spare me this one time and kept it moving. read more

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I met a friend who had meetings on World Trade Boulevard near RDU. I suggested The Goat based on Yelp reviews and because it was convenient to her meetings and Interstate 40 since she lives in the Charlotte area and was driving home that evening. Vickie was already there when I arrived and had ordered the Queso Skillet. It was a great way to start the meal. The sausage gave it a nice flavor and paired well with the queso. Although The Goat has a full bar, we both opted for soft drinks. I had a club soda with cranberry juice, which was mixed well and refreshing. After enjoying the sausage in the Queso Skillet, I ordered the Nonna Tavern Pizza with Italian sausage, caramelized onions, banana peppers, and basil marinara. Whatever blend of cheeses was used, the pizza was delicious. I also had a side house salad with apple vinaigrette, which was very tasty. Vickie ordered the grilled salmon and said it was quite good. The service was very good, and the space has a modern industrial tavern feel with upscale farmhouse and brewery-inspired design elements. It feels casual and comfortable while being more polished than a typical sports bar. One feature that sets The Goat apart is its coffee-and-breakfast concept. The coffee, breakfast, and work area is separated from the main restaurant and resembles the kind of modern, uncluttered coffeehouse you might find in a contemporary hotel or airport lounge. It creates a welcoming space for morning coffee, breakfast, or remote work before the lunch and dinner crowds arrive. After my visit, I learned that The Goat is operated by LC Hospitality, an Ohio-based company that has expanded the concept to several states. The Brier Creek location is one of multiple Goat locations, giving it the feel of a locally focused establishment while benefiting from a larger hospitality organization. Overall, this was a good experience. The food was enjoyable, the atmosphere was inviting, and the prices were reasonable. The combination of restaurant, tavern, coffeehouse, and social gathering space makes for a unique dining environment in the Brier Creek area. read more

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Popped In for coffee at the adjoining Morning Ritual and got hungry. So I mosyed on over to the The GOAT for some food. I ordered the burger and chips with cheese and bacon. It was comparably priced at $14 but extra for the bacon. (When did burgers become so expensive?). The burger was delicious- juicy with a delectable sauce. Very good. I didn't care for the chips. They are served cold and were a bit limp. I prefer hot and crunchy chips. Next time I'll get the French fries. The restaurant has plenty of parking and seating as well as a full bar with tvs. (Sports bar vibes). Service was excellent. My server was attentive and pleasant. Will return to try some other menu items. read more

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The portion sizes here are so good !! We loved the Brussel sprouts and sweet potatoes! I had them as an appetizer then made them my side with my fish tacos. Our server was so sweet and attentive ! Overall the location is beautiful, it is clean, and has parking in front. 10/10 experience will definitely be back. read more

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Just okay. I had been wanting to try the Goat for the longest time. Unfortunately I was disappointed by my experience. The service was incredibly slow. We were told the wait would be 15 min but it was closer to 25min and it wasn't packed. Our drinks took forever to come along with our food. They took so long with the food we couldn't even enjoy it at the restaurant because some of us had to rush back for your afternoon meetings. Maybe this was a one off situation but it doesn't make me want to go back. The food was okay, nothing spectacular. Ambiance was reminiscent of a first watch. read more

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Oops! Excuse the spill ... but here's the tea!! Location: 4/5 Parking: 3/5 Outside appearance: 4/5 Inside appearance: 4/5 Hospitality: 3/5 Food: 3/5 Price: 4/5 Went to this establishment during happy hour. I didn't realize it was happy hour until I saw the signage on the table. I ordered several appetizers. The wings: good but I've definitely had better. The sauce ones were too soft for my linking. The taco board: everything tasted good but I just assumed it would be tacos assembled not deconstructed. Brussels & sweet potatoes: they were good but I could do without the white aioli drizzle. The sliders: trio of different types of burgers in miniature size. I got to the last burger and discovered a .... STRING OF HAIR! read more

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I have lived in the Durham/Brier Creek area for years and only discovered this place today. After trying to find a brunch location that offered something different, thanks to Yelp, we found The Goat. I am beyond grateful for the new option and the great eats. A beautiful place inside and out, and the food is perfection. After being met by a lovely hostess and seated right away, we experienced the impeccable service of Bianca and her teammate in training. A jewel of a person in Bianca, but equally an exceptional customer focused server, she and her trainee did awesome and provided the best service. Now, for the food. We started with the appetizer, the Biscuit Board which is three decadent biscuits baked to perfection and served with hot honey, spicy pimento cheese and a strawberry preserve. Just shy of diving into each serving like it was a pool of deliciousness just for me, I ended up sharing and tasting of each with my husband. We both agreed that it may have been the best appetizer we have ever had. For sure, the best biscuits, but all of it was superb. Then we decided to share our entrees as well. The hubby got the goat burrito which was full of bbq that tasted like a good bbq should. Add the jalapeños and that cheese sauce and you got you some divine plated food. I had the Nashville Chicken and Waffles. Yall, I am a snob when it comes to my chicken and waffles. This is THE BEST that I have ever had. I cannot even begin to tell you how enamored I was with both the taste and texture. The chicken was cooked at perfection, seasoned to the heavens, but that waffle was beyond scrumptious and hit every mark and all the right tastebuds. The Bloody Mary was an added treat to wash it all down with, and for a classic, without all the bells and whistles, it was so tasty. All in all, we will be back. Faster than a flash. There are lunch and dinner menu items I got my eye on. I just can't state enough great things about this place for my surprise I'm finding it. Check them out. read more

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Chill vibe, spacious with indoor and outdoor seating. Standalone restaurant close to a housing community so I guess good for the residents. While the food was good, service was slow and even tho it was during their happy hour, the place wasn't yet busy it look a while. We got the boneless wings and fries basket, the Nashville hot mac & cheese, for drinks we got a Foothills people's porter beer and an old fashion. read more

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My husband and I wanted to check this place out because we were craving burgers. The Goat has a great vibe and potential. Service was noticeably slow and they didn't seem that busy. The beers were good and we really enjoyed our appetizers. However, we both thought the burgers were just "blah". The meat was not exciting or flavorful. The burgers were overcooked in my opinion. The toppings on my Nashvegas burger were tasty, but it didn't make up for the dull meat. I think The Goat is probably fine for drinks and appetizers, but I don't recommend it for dinner or burgers. Appetizers Pickle Chips: so delicious (my favorite food of the night). I loved that the pickles were thick. They had the perfect ratio of pickle to fried coating. Farmhouse Tots: HUGE tots (the biggest tots I've ever seen) covered with pork belly, fried egg, queso, scallions, & sriracha aioli. read more

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Popped in for a Friday lunch with a friend. The restaurant wasn't too crowded, and the service was excellent - our waitress was super friendly, attentive, and the food came out quickly. The fish and chips looked pretty but lacked a bit of flavor, though the Brussels sprouts were good. A decent spot, but I might try a different dish next time. I didn't care too much for the Golden hour spritz but my friend loved her blueberry mojito Moctail. read more

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3.5 rounded up to a 4 because the restaurant ran out of items needed for a dish I ordered and for other dishes I wanted to order. Otherwise, a great casual place to have a drink, eat a nice salad, or grab a coffee and breakfast order. I like the atmosphere and, in spite of the missing ingredients, my Harvest salad was delicious and the service was good. read more

So I would have given this place a five-star because the the food, the actual person that was working, and the atmosphere were all very nice. The caveat to this, was that there was one person attending to about 20 people in the restaurants by himself. He was doing a great job at that but really there should have been other stuff on hand to accommodate everyone. Everyone surrounding us had to wait for an extended period of time to get their things in place because one person was working so hard to accommodate everybody. I don't think this should be held on the server the bartender because he was running around doing the best that he could. Moving along, went in for a burger which I heard was amazing from multiple people, but opted to get the salmon tacos ( also recommended) which were awesome! They came in threes and was a filling portion. The side chips is the option that comes with the entree but after hearing so many great reviews about the brussel sprouts and sweet potatoes, I decided to check those out. So glad that I did! They were out of this world good!! It seems that they have events throughout the week and different happy hour food items specials, which is always a nice touch. I will definitely be back and I met lots of nice people there having great conversation! They are also all big Foodies, so for us to all want to frequent their quite often says a lot about how good this Place conducts business. read more

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Great service with Cecelia!! loved the cucumber martini!! burger was sooooo goooooooood

This spot is in a great location with its own parking lot, and the inside looks nice with plenty of TVs and a roomy, clean dining area. There's also an outdoor space to eat, which is a plus. But the food has been a consistent letdown. My order came out overcooked, and the fries were drenched in salt. I never leave feeling like the quality matches the price. The place has potential, so I'm hoping the staff will address these issues moving forward. read more

Pretty solid "bar" food (that's what I would best compare it to). Have been here twice now, sat outside at the window (nice option if you're swimming at the pool right outside, or want a little fresh air). The outside bar is pretty long (as is the window that they open up for service), and there's plenty of bar seating- as well as tables. I have tried the pepperoni flatbread (appreciate all the optional add-ons), the burger, and the tater tots. I thought the flat bread was really good, not too saucy, crust was fluffy and crisp, and the pepperoni was crispy. The burger was really juicy, the brioche bun was fresh and soft, and I loved the option to add on macaroni and cheese as a side (instead of fries). I got the American burger with bacon, and added the macaroni to it! The loaded baked potato tots are scrumptious- the sour cream, fried onions, and cheesy (creamy! interior really make the tots unique, compared to any I've had before. I would definitely come back here to eat lunch or dinner again! read more

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Great food and service in a casual setting! First time here and loved it all-- from coffee to breakfast options there was something for everyone . read more

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Great place for brunch! I've only been for brunch, but would love to try it out for dinner as well. Nestled in Brier Creek right by an apartment complex with parking lot attached. I'm pretty sure they don't take reservations, at least not online, but I've not had to wait long at all for a table when I've gone for brunch. The restaurant it's so cute and the vibes are nice. It's got a full bar and also a coffee/breakfast shop when you come in. The service also matches. I've always had a great experience. They have great mimosa specials and the food is really really good! The portions are good especially for the price and flavorful. I've had The Goat Burrito and the Chicken Nachos. Definitely recommend and will be returning! read more

Excellent service from Taylor! Must haves are the Brussel Sprouts and the Bread Pudding. The cocktails were yummy too! We will definitely return! read more

The Goat is a must try if you're in the Brier Creek area. I frequent this lovely joint when I'm craving a burger, a delicious mocktail or a nice relaxing night out with friends. The ambiance is calm, yet lively and the service is stellar. In the morning, the Goat doubles as a popular coffee spot with delicious drinks and food options. read more

I visited this past Saturday evening. In the past, the service was reasonable. However, this time, it took about 40-50 minutes to get our appetizer and food. We even ordered immediately on arrival. The wait was so discouraging. They explained first they burned the appetizer and had to remake it. Then, they mentioned they have a new menu, hence the delay. We ordered the Brussels sprouts, which two weeks ago was a good, plentiful size but now was 1/3. I also think their burger and fries quantity was smaller than 2 weeks ago. They mentioned this is their new menu. This may be a version of shrinkflation. They mentioned the Brussels sprouts was smaller quantity due to addition to a minuet amount of sweet potato and honey butter. Unfortunately, the quantity is so small that I probably won't order this again It is going to be sometime before I will feel like coming back. It's sad because the food tastes good. The manager did give us a 50% discount. read more

The Goat Brier Creek has had some MAJOR issues for years and should NOT be operating a volleyball league that can't be bothered to deal with.There was one season a few years ago where they had an amazing manager that kept things running ship-shape, but she didn't last long. That's the first red flag. They are chronically understaffed OR just refuse to schedule enough bartenders and the few that are there treat volleyball players like annoying nuisances. Many of us (my team and others) have stood at the bar for over 20 minutes that we don't have between games trying to get one of the volleyball drink specials that you continue to advertise so exuberantly while watching the ONE bartender go from the bar to any one of the large parties that might be seated in the restaurant and completely ignore us. Why isn't there a pop-up bar out by the courts?? And my team would love nothing more than to hang at the Goat before or after our games to eat, drink and watch the Canes games but but got sick of watching lazy employees hanging out with their friends at the bar while blatantly ignoring our requests. Not EVEN to mention that the league schedules games to end AFTER last call so we can't even get a drink after the latest time slot. So we leave immediately after our games to patronize a different establishment. I myself have served, bartended and managed but NEVER anywhere where service was so blatantly refused. I sense and suspect something shady or below board is going on or they couldn't still be in business. Pretty sure I've heard employees doing drugs in the restrooms a couple times. A couple of the good service industry employees sprinkled in will at least acknowledge us even though they are way too in the weeds to serve us. read more

The menu was limited for someone who has a pescatarian diet, no protein for me at this restaurant. There were a lot of egg options, which I do not eat. I opted to get the vegetarian version of tostadas and my friend decided to get waffles with a side of bacon and eggs. The tostadas were OK, too much sauce. drizzled on top for me but for a sauce lover, it would be great. My friend's waffles came out very dark and greasy, which she had the send back and then opted to request a biscuit instead after finding out that the waffles are actually deep-fried. read more

We checked this place out after flying in. The burgers were amazing, as were the fries. Tried a couple of local IPAs that were real nice. The service was great. Cecilia did a good job caring for us. read more

I usually enjoy my time but I think my Bookclub was pared with a new waitress. The food was good, atmosphere was even better. read more

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Zymora (srry if that's incorrectly spelled girl :/) was a fantastic server. Extremely personable, gave us great recommendations when we asked about drinks. Very friendly and made our experience worthwhile. When they were out of the cucumber for my drink she adequately notified me of the additional wait time and was very understanding of me canceling the drink and single handily made me want to return to the goat. Give this girl a raise tbh bc this was the best dining I've had in a while! read more

The ambiance was nice. It was a large indoor space, divided with a separate coffee/ breakfast bar area. The outdoor patio overlooks a really nice pool with an outdoor volleyball court. Because it's on the outskirts of an upscale apartment complex, you can sit and enjoy watching all the activities, Maybe even participate if they let you. Our waitress Mary was fabulous. She was very friendly And welcoming. Our cheese board was awesome. We will definitely go back again. read more

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Hey Travoodies Hey.. On a quick stop in Raleigh Durham, NC I dined in at The Goat Restaurant & Bar. First let me say thank you to manager who stopped at the table to make sure that we were taken care of, and offered her service as she mentioned having a fairly new staff for the day. Secondly, Jake, my waiter, I would come see you any day and your energy was amazing. Let's talk about the ambience. Less is more... is how I felt in this establishment. Simple yet prominent decor made perfectly for communing with friends. In the atmosphere you hear chatter and laughter, exposing the truth of being a lively social gathering place. After careful review of the menu, and at the suggestion of Jake I went with the Korean Crispy Chicken Wrap with Brussels sprouts instead of the house chips. The wrap was good but if I could offer one suggestion it would be to have a sauce with the wrap. I opted for the whisky sauce to pair with the wrap and it was exactly what was needed. The perfect sauce would something sweet and spicy if you ask me. The Brussel sprouts were AH- MAZING. I don't know the sauce they coated them with but it was so delicious. How can I forget the fried pickles. simply delicious. For my drink choice, I went with midnight orchid. This drink was a mix of Wheatley Vodka, simple syrup, butterfly pea tea, and lemon juice. I definitely enjoyed my time at The Goat. I am adding it to my list go tos. read more

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Awesome atmosphere and incredible food especially the biscuits. Quite possibly the best biscuits I've ever had and they're huge and the jams/butters that they're served with are delicious. Service was attentive and accommodating as we asked for hot chocolate that wasn't on the menu. Ordered burgers too, but the biscuits were what stuck out! read more

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Nothing contained any goat or goat related products. I was exceptionally disappointed. Why is it even called the goat? The food was unremarkable, but not bad. The bathroom was somewhat clean. read more

Quality food, good vibe, reasonable price, friendly service. Recommend the buffalo chicken wrap, Nash vegas burger, Korean wrap, and hot chicken dip. read more

True G.O.A.T experience. Food was delicious.. something on the menu for everyone. Loved that there is a coffee shop in-house too! Our service was exceptional and loved the vibes. My family will be back!! read more

When I landed back home from working out of town, I was hungry. I wanted somewhere close to the airport and I hadn't been. The Goat was on my list. Texted the niece since it's right at her apartment and she met me there. We got several things to share: Hot Buffalo dip, Nachos and Hot Chicken flatbread. The nachos could have used a little more od the toppings, but they were good. The dip was chunky versus more smooth like normal. I prefer the chunky! The flatbread was very good and had a good contrast of spices sweet flavor. It was Happy Hour, so we ordered more to try than normal. We finished with the Smore's deserrt... holy mackerel! The Blueberry cocktail was very refreshing. Large, open area seating inside and right outside is the pool area. Service was good and the trainee did well. I would go back to try the entrée's.. read more

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I had a great time during the outdoor yoga event. Afterwards things went downhill be being refused entry from the door that everyone one else entered in from. To the soap disposal not working in the bathroom. To weird looks from staff. To seeing a roach crawl as I'm sipping on my mimosa. This is my 4th time here. Last time service wasn't great either. read more

Mac 'n' cheese with a sneaky little kick, tots loaded with cheese and queso for dipping, a friendly bartender, and brunch I'm already scheming to try -- burger's fine, but the cheese steals the show. read more

I coordinated a team dinner for 34 people visiting from out of state, and unfortunately the experience was extremely disappointing. The booking process was dysfunctional--the online form didn't work, the phone number on the website was incorrect, and email inquiries went unanswered. We paid more than $700 for taco bars advertised for 30-40 people, yet the food provided was adequate for 20 at best! For nearly $1,000 in food and drinks spent in under two hours, we expected at minimum enough food for everyone to have two tacos and enough chips to justify and eat the $120 queso dip. When we raised concerns, the chef and manager offered no meaningful assistance and refused to prepare enough food to fulfill the order. The chef even admitted she had prepared only 13 chicken breasts for a taco bar advertised to feed 15-20 adults. Do you cook two chicken breasts for five chicken sandwich meals? Of course not-- not if you intend to stay in business. Absolutely crazy. This was frustrating and embarrassing, and I cannot recommend this restaurant. read more

Enjoyed the brunch menu, which goes through 2:00 on Saturdays (not sure about Sundays). I ordered the veggie frittata, and it was tasty. Service was good, too. I've been here 3-4 times, and it's been consistently good. read more

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We dined here for dinner. The atmosphere was nice. The lighting wasn't too bright. A few TVs had sports playing. The decor was nice. They have board games to play. There was outdoor seating. We saw a pool & a volleyball area with sand. I'm not sure if it's part of The Goat or the near community. Parking was easy. The menu has variety of foods and sections. They offer brunch, lunch, weekday happy hour and dinner. We ordered flatbread, crispy Brussel sprouts, macaroni and cheese, fries, and their delicious handmade tots. The wings looked pretty good. Almost every table had an order (we're getting some next time).. Everything was delicious. Our server, Cecelia, was awesome. She gave recommendations on foods. She had a great personality. I'm definitely going back. read more

Located within a living community, attached to the apartment pool... looks aesthetically pleasing but some things I wasn't fond of: sanitation rating of 82.5 from 06/2024, which triggered my curiosity and upon looking into it, has only gone down year after year. Tables do not even have basic salt and pepper or sauces on them. Prices were steep for what they served. We ordered the biscuit "butter" plate which came with pimento cheese, hot honey and a strawberry preserve (so no butters). The pimento cheese and strawberry preserve were actually very tasty. Took forever to get drinks and even had to remind our waiter that we ordered drinks. Our entrees were just ok... I would say the powdered eggs the Army gives you are better than the ones here and side salad tasted dirty, warm and wilted. Overall, lots of improvement needs to be done here before I'd go back and spend $50 on a brunch. read more

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