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    Goat Restaurant

    4.8 (147 reviews)
    ModerateKorean
    Closed 11:00 am - 9:00 pm
    Updated 3 months ago

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    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.

    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!

    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!

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    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.

    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!

    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!!!

    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!

    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

    Moriea C.

    One of my favorite places, the food is always delicious... If your in the area stop by try the goat soup you will love it. Staff is always welcoming and the restaurant it self is great . Prices are reasonable

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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.

    Claire C.

    First time trying this place, on a foggy day, all the way from Arcadia! Didn't realize it was next to that sushi place. Outside was kinda meh, but inside was super clean. The service and food were amazing--that's all we care about, right? We devoured our food so fast we needed more soju! That soup was to die for. We're totally coming back. Highly recommend it if you like great food and service!

    SPICY BEEF STEW
    Kaitlyn N.

    Came for dinner on a Wednesday! FLAVOR (5/5): 1. SPICY BEEF STEW: Supperrr flavorful and yummy. It comes with glass noodles and a side of rice. The portion size is just right. I typically eat for half a person, but the food was too good I ended up mostly finishing it... haha. You also get banchan (all of which are good). I prefer this over Sun Nong Dan's spicy beef stew. 2. BRAISED PORK RIBS: I wish I wasn't so full after the spicy beef stew because the ribs were so good! They were tender and the potatoes and carrots soaked up all the flavor... perfect balance of sweet and savory. A must-get! SERVICE (5/5): The service was amazing! Super friendly and attentive. Quinlan is the goat AMBIENCE (4/5): Good for dinner/lunch. Cute interior! When we went, there were a decent amount of people there as well. PARKING (4.5/5): There's a small private lot - we got lucky and found one spot available. TAKEAWAYS: I really liked Goat and would definitely come back. I heard the Tripe Hot Pot was good... will have to try it next time.

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    Food and service was amazing. Definitely recommended and will be back with everyone I know.

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