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    The Goat

    3.0 (86 reviews)
    Closed 3:00 pm - 12:00 am (Next day)

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    Taylor D.

    We sat in the tavern, which was decorated floor to ceiling in the most nostalgic Christmas decor. it honestly felt like stepping into a holiday movie. The espresso martini was actually really good (especially for a tavern), which pleasantly surprised me. Definitely one of the better ones I've had. We also ordered food and I got the Chicken Lil sandwich, which was really, really good. Perfect comfort food for a cozy night out. I'd highly recommend stopping by, especially during the holidays. Cute, cozy, quaint, and full of charm with great decor. This is such a fun spot to grab drinks and food when you're looking for festive vibes.

    Mary H.

    We stopped to pregame for our date night with some dumplings and a drink. We sat on the patio before it got chilly out and it was so nice outside. The patio was packed, but our server still made time for us and made us feel special.

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    Jeremy K.

    Great beer selection and appetizers! Love the Christmas decor and ambiance with the lighting. Got the southwest eggrolls and a smash burger...and they were both delicious. Service was quick and friendly. My new go to place!

    Southwest eggrolls
    Brittney R.

    We sat on the patio on a warm-ish early spring day. There are a lot of people out that day enjoying the weather and the tavern was busy. We were able to be seated right away in the outdoor patio. Our waitress was friendly and attentive. We just ordered some appetizers, the Tots and the Southwest spring rolls. Both were delicious. We noticed some people brought their dogs in with them. Seemed like a popular place for locals.

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    Michael S.

    The Goat is a very nice bar/restaurant in the heart of downtown Carmel. Our Indy Wine group came here to say goodbye to one of our members who was moving to Ft. Wayne. We met at the other venue called ScapeGoat which is a private room with a full bar and event space connected to The Goat. This was a very nice space with a nice bar and TV's all over the venue. It was very comfortable and I felt very relaxed. It turned out Thursday was $5 Danny Boy beer night,so I took advantage of it and had a couple beers, the Cinderella Man and Fist of Fury. The Cinderella Man is a grapefruit IPA and Fist of Fury is a hazy IPA. Both were refreshing and tasted excellent! The bartenders were very professional and offered good recommendations on the beer and cocktails. The Goat is a great place to hang out with friends over a beer and cocktails. The food looked very good as well. I did not order anything, but I did see the nachos and they looked terrific. All in all, I enjoyed the Goat and would definitely come back here again to hang out and socialize with friends. It is a great venue in the heart of Carmel.

    Spicy margarita
    Tom B.

    The Goat Tavern has had a checkered past in its brief history in Carmel on the Monon. Between all the political wrangling and bad early reviews, I didn't come here with great expectations. There were two noteworthy things to mention: "No Beer" ?!?!?!?: On the day we came (a Sunday afternoon), their entire beer delivery & keg system was down and non-functional. Because of this, they also had no bottled beer remaining, having apparently exhausted their canned and bottled brew selection the day before. A tavern or pub with no beer is the same as going to a water park that ran out of water. We considered getting up and leaving as soon as we heard this, wondering why they would even be open under those conditions, but we decided to stay for mixed drinks. The food was great: I don't usually get excited about bar food, but holy cow. My Patty Melt cheeseburger was nothing short of amazing. I don't want to get too emotional here, but in a area that's literally inundated with burger joints (and I've sampled them all), this may be the best I've had. It even rose to the level of being a crave-worth item, or something that I'll go out of my way to have again and again. Even my wife's boneless chicken wings were out-of-control juicy and flavorful. My conclusion: This place obviously still has some operational growing to do, and the loud, 'scream metal' playlist that was blaring over the speakers isn't exactly my style. But damn: The food is off-the-hook great. Service was also outstanding.

    Pub chips and chips and queso

    Lots of TVs in here to watch games. Has Coke products which is a plus. Good music and vibe

    Crispy Potstickers

    The GOAT is by far my favorite bar to visit in Carmel. Their staff are some of the kindest, attentive people around. I always feel welcomed when I stop by. The food is great! I'm a fan of their smash burgers, but everything I've ever tried has been solid. I had the potstickers today and will definitely be ordering them again. Whether I'm stopping in for lunch, grabbing a beer during Happy Hour, or meeting up with friends, the vibe at The GOAT is top notch.

    Kaitlyn S.

    Fun lil dive bar atmosphere. Service and beer were good. Got the chips and queso which was really good. Just a nice chill evening

    Hummus Appetizer
    Natalie G.

    3.7 - One of my fav places for a night out. It's a fun young crowd, though their drinks cost more than they're worth. I went here for dinner with friends and was pleasantly surprised. I'm a sucker for salads with fruit and chicken, though the grilled chicken wasn't anything special.

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    Great food, great service and everything you want from a neighborhood bar! The vibe is always top notch!

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    Decent atmosphere but the beer selection is poor, unless you only drink IPA's. If you want something other than an IPA you're out of luck.

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    Staff were unfriendly and had very poor service. I used to love this place but it has went downhill. Don't waste your time, go elsewhere.

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    I was hanging out at Sun King Carmel with friends and wanted something to eat, so I went to the…read morefood court and the menu looked good at The Den by FoxGardin. I wanted something simple so I just ordered the chicken fingers combo with fries. The menu is very extensive with burgers, sandwiches, and entrees as well. My order was done fresh to order and took about 10-12 minutes. The gentleman were very helpful and professional. The chicken fingers were huge and I was given a hefty portion of French fries. It was very fresh and tasted like pure heaven. The Den by FoxGardin is a great choice of food at Sun King Carmel if you want something simple,so I would highly recommend it to everyone.

    The BBQ poutine fries were delicious. They were served on a big sheet tray -- just stacked there in…read moreall their saucy, smoky, salty gloriousness. The BBQ poutine fries were so big on the tray that I felt a little ostentatious as I was carrying the tray back to my table. It felt like all of the food on my tray surely should have been going to a family. But no: All of these BBQ poutine fries were just for one gluttonous person (me). Every so often, I would get an enormous fry that was way bigger than the others. It was more like a steak fry! It was like a little baked potato. It was nice to have that variety in the appetizer (which I was treating like an entree because, again, I was eating this giant appetizer by myself without shame). One of my children opted to get the kids meal here, which is the mac & cheese with a side (he chose fries). The mac & cheese is cavatappi pasta, so it's that pleasing curly texture that kids love (my kid loved it). The Den by FoxGardin is located inside Sun King Food Hall, and it's one of the food options you have here. If you are looking for pub food, comfort food, or just plain good food, you can't go wrong with this place.

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    101 Craft Kitchen

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    We loved our visit to 101 Craft Kitchen. We stopped in for Happy Hour (4-6 pm) before going to a…read moresporting event. The restaurant is upscale, lovely and romantic. We sat at a high top table in the bar. Our server, Bailey (the bartender), was friendly and super attentive. She made recommendations and kept glasses filled. The craft beer selection is excellent with about 16 local options on tap. My husband had a Fall City "Hipster Repellent". The name alone is interesting, but he loved his beer. I had the Espresso Martini which came with roasted coffee beans floating on top. My cocktail went down easy. I also had a glass of the Berringer Chardonnay. The pour is generous. We shared a plate of Loaded Tots, which was wonderful. The tots are made from scratch in-house and covered with roasted bits of pork belly, cheese, a sauce and green onions. We LOVED the tots, which came out super hot. We also shared a plate of the Loaded Hummus. The plate is beautiful and colorful. The hummus is fresh made and loaded with bits of tomatoes, cucumbers, onions and is delicious on a balsamic reduction. The hummus is served with a generous portion of fresh in-house made focaccia bread which tasted amazing. The Loaded Hummus is a winner in my book. Bailey our server was fabulous. She worked the entire bar and was an ambassador of the chef and menu. I wish we had time to stay for dinner because the food is outstanding. Each dish that we saw pass by looked delicious and artistic. I highly recommend. We will be returning for dinner soon. Easy 5 stars! We found street parking, but parking was limited.

    Service continues to be excellent and the happy hour is still a great value. While I realize their…read moreidentity is that they change their menu seasonally, we're simply disappointed that many of the things we have loved to order are not currently on the menu. We always enjoyed the blue cheese potatoes, gnocchi, and perogies, but in particular we very much miss the crab and roasted artichoke toast, which was unlike anything we have had anywhere else and may have been my favorite dish going anywhere. We are grateful at least that they haven't eliminated the pretzels, which are also unique from any other (although we miss the cheese ball it used to be served with). Will return the 5th star when they release my menu items that have been taken hostage.

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    A hairy bone
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    Fish & Chips - now gluten friendly!
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    Big Lug Canteen delivers a memorable meal from start to finish -- friendly, unpretentious service,…read morea warm neighborhood vibe, and two standout dishes that I'll be ordering again. The Brussels sprouts are an absolute triumph: perfectly blistered with a caramelized exterior and tender interior, dressed in a harmonious balance of bright acidity and savory depth. Little crunchy bits and a subtle smoky char add texture, while a finishing sprinkle (and a hint of something sweet-salty) elevates them from simple side to a show-stealer. The Korean salmon is equally impressive. The fish arrives flaky and moist with a richly glazed crust that carries sweet, spicy, and umami notes in perfect proportion. Layers of flavor -- gochujang-forward heat, sesame brightness, and a touch of citrus -- play against the salmon's natural richness without overpowering it. It's plated thoughtfully, with complementary sides that keep each bite balanced. If you're at Big Lug Canteen, don't pass up those two dishes -- they demonstrate skilled technique, bold yet nuanced seasoning, and a real sense of care in the kitchen. Great food, relaxed atmosphere, solid value. Highly recommended.

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    The Big Lug Patio
    Nashville Hot Chicken salad! So addicting!
    Nashville Hot Chicken salad! So addicting!
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