Sat at the bar recently one evening and had a cold beer, hot green tea and asian cold noodle salad and never left my seat. My bartender was funny, kind and gracious and made me feel welcome and appreciated RGT&TR is an eclectic mix of folks from 21 and up, a large portion of the room is also over 40. The room is a smaller space with a mixture booths and chairs, a singular bar with about 6 to 8 or so stools, along with a few tables and chairs and also an outdoor seating area. The noodles were really good bar food, and my draft a decent pour. Having a nice hot green tea afterwards was a treat and that made my visit even more enjoyable and not like I was just hanging out in a bar. 3.5 Stars a cool neighborhood tavern with decent bar food and drink, rounded up for my bartender 00956 read more

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(Warning to straight white men) This place presents itself as inclusive, but I've personally heard complaints from two other straight white men who felt stigmatized here. What I experienced was the most humiliating nightlife situation I've ever dealt with, and it's something I'm still affected by when I go out in this small community. I had been going to The Goat on and off for about a year prior with no issues. No other establishment has ever had a problem with me. I'm sober and respectful. One night I was talking to a woman when a very drunk guy came up to me and asked, "Are you spiking drinks tonight?" I honestly thought he was joking and said, "No... what the hell?" To this day I do not know whether this guy was jealous because he wanted to talk to her, or if he genuinely believed something had happened to someone he knows. Either way, he had the wrong guy. He came back even more intoxicated and wanted to fight me. He was with a large friend group and was clearly the most drunk among them. I went to the bartender (Toss) and told him a guy was making serious accusations I did something I didn't do and was trying to fight me, and asked for help. What I didn't expect was a guilty-until-proven-innocent response. I wasn't asked questions or given any chance to explain. I was told there had been "several reports" that night and I was asked to leave, even though the other guy was the one threatening violence. I followed up with ownership/management over the phone the next couple of days. They told me there was no evidence of anything, that I wasn't banned, and to ignore the people involved and just enjoy my nights as long as I wasn't creating issues. I did exactly that. However, The Goat is a very clicky LGBTQ community, and after that night I was clearly socially targeted. Toss would follow me around whenever I showed up. On Sunday, the only unusual thing I did was leave the crowded karaoke room early and later take a nap in my car because I was exhausted from working earlier that day. I didn't even feel safe driving at that point. Then on Tuesday, I showed up and was told I could not come back due to another "cluster of complaints," including something about me being on my phone, which made no sense. I asked them to check the cameras because I didn't do anything wrong. Later that same Tuesday night, I saw Toss at Everett's, intoxicated, telling the owner I should be 86'd, citing these vague "incidents." I was just playing pool. I have no way to defend myself against false claims like this. No one ever complained about me before that first incident. I've spent years in Chico's bar scene with a solid reputation. False accusations are incredibly damaging. I would never spike drinks and wouldn't even know how. I don't think they realize this is bullying and harmful. I did nothing wrong, yet standing up for myself has gotten me nowhere. read more

This place used to be pretty fun to go to for karaoke night but it seems to have lost its luster. Most people go to the bars at 10-11 but if u show up don't think about getting a shot at singing. It's usually a 3 hour wait, which is weird cause the parking lot isn't even full. You can see certain people singing 3-5 times and so most people that visit for the first time and wanna sing just never get the chance. I get off work late and can't show up super early like some of these folks. guess I'll just find a new karaoke spot with a not so huge wait time. Cause I can't wait till 1 to sing one song. I'd be super drunk if I waited that long or too tired. There's only so much time one can kill before all hope is lost. read more

The karaoke night was fun! All ages, all types of music and a positive group of people.

In Arcata California-The Goat's ambiance is expressed with furniture that both looks & smells like a 1400th century brothel. Service- If you enjoy bartenders that insult you directly to your face & in earshot of other employees & patrons; The Goat is for you. Specifically-Gina, Toss, & 'The One' that goes a wee-bit too much on the eyebrow makeup (you know who you are) have ALL gone out of their way to ignore, insult, & express unprovoked; entitled-anger. Food & Service- However, NONE will come out from behind the bar to bring you the Mac & Cheese. Instead, you will be informed that they are BARTENDERS and they don't offer to reheat the microwave/toaster meal. $$$ *A one of a kind experience ONLY at Richard's Goat.* read more

The drinks and karaoke were so fun at this place! Bartender knows what he's doing behind the bar and the karaoke host was really engaging! read more

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This place is so fun! We went for karaoke while visiting family for the long presidents week break and had a great time. The KJ was welcoming, the bartender was friendly and the crowd was so supportive of everyone that sang. If you are looking to karaoke in a fun and supportive environment, this is the place. PS-the mocktails are delicious!! read more

So basically ever since this bar became the designated LGBT bar this is the only place me and my friends will go. Every time we go it's a super fun vibe that you don't really get anywhere else in Arcata. I have not been to a establishment that is a better place to meet singles. Bartenders are super cute and nice. We feel much safer here than at the Arcata Theatre Lounge, The Jam, ect. Never had a problem here at all. read more

Great local spot with special drinks and good service ! I didn't try the food, but looked and smelled delicious.

If you're looking for a place for a delicious cocktail and awesome environment, check this place out! They have a new cocktail of the week, and the presentation is beautiful. It is like a lounge feel inside, but there is also some outdoor seating, and they have a movie theatre! I stopped in with a girlfriend foe a cocktail, and it was delicious, the vibe was good, and I will definitely be back! Good mixology, good service, and good vibes. read more

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I really like this bar, went two nights in a row while I was in Arcata. The bar itself is cool, and has a venue where the show movies and live music attached to it as well. I like the decor, it's strange and pretty. The cocktails are delicious and I love the names. I got the "from dusk til dawn" because I love that movie and tequila. They even have a mocktails menu, which was cool because my bf doesn't drink and we ordered. Few off that, also delicious. Their snacks are good too! We had the curry tots. All the bartenders are friendly and make good drinks. Would definitely recommend the goat. read more

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The goat has such a welcoming and eclectic vibe- whether I'm coming in with friends or taking my mom out for a cocktail- I'm never disappointed by this bar and it's incredible cocktail menu The staff here is super friendly The patrons are never pretentious (even though they totally could be) The snacks are satisfying But the cocktails and mocktails are out of this world 5/5 read more

It's such a chill place. I like how they have a variety of drinks and especially that they serve tea.

Great service that was quick, Gina behind the bar was very attentive and friendly, drinks were priced right and delicious, as well lots of comfortable space to spread out and an old school jukebox with a wide selection of music spanning the ages, I hope to get back soon when I'm in town next time! read more

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Delicious one-of-a-kind cocktails, in a hip, velvety atmosphere. Occasional theme nights and unique music make this spot a favorite lounge among locals who crave a sophisticated weirdness. Minimal but tantalizing food menu. read more

Very rude bartender and the ambience of the place wasn't very welcoming. Hopefully it was just an off night, but we left after our experience. There are other great local options in the area we'd go to before coming back here. read more

Suitably amazing cocktails, served with a smile and a slight hipster wink. Seriously though, I'm writing this sitting at one of Richard's Goat Tavern & Tea Room's booths after enjoying a Moscow Goat and a There Will Be Bloody Mary, and sampling my wife's Marsh Fog and Gentlemen Prefer Bourbon. Of all those cocktails the Bloody Mary was the least awe inspiring (it needs horseradish, or salt, or a little more Worcestershire sauce, or black pepper...or something). The Marsh Fog with its earl grey infused vodka was just perfect. The Moscow Goat was my absolute favorite, and it was without the ginger-tangerine infused vodka and it was STILL great (they still used regular vodka). There's a good amount of seating, but it can get loud in here. Local wine, beer, and kombucha (c'mon, it's Arcata) is also available. At the time of this review, they had macaroni and cheese and some sort of vegetarian option for food. You can't go wrong for upscale cocktails if you come to Richard's Goat. We will be back! read more

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Cool bar in arcata. As I was preparing for my trip I found this place on Yelp so I bookmarked it. Loved the decor and set up. It looked like a hipster type lounge serving both craft drinks and teas. Strange combo but it works. It was a diverse crowd with some people like myself unwinding after work, some students studying, some groups of people gathering for a casual meeting and just people coming in for a good time. The bartender was very friendly and drinks were solid. Although I wanted to try one of the special craft drinks on the menu I stuck to my usual, titos and soda ($6) which was very reasonable. There was a calendar on the wall with the different nightly events. Tuesday they have a taco truck and Wednesday (the night I was there) they had a live band. Unfortunately, I couldn't stay to watch. Hopefully next time. They also have a nice selection of games to play (i.e. Cards against humanity, connect 4, and some others). read more

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So grateful for Richard's Goat. It's a place I feel comfortable going for film, food, and tasty artisanal beverages. I'm so glad they made it through the pandemic and made it clear they prioritize the health and safety of their customers and employees while doing it. I look forward to visiting again!! read more

This has been consistently my favorite public space in all of Arcata. Great drinks, snacks, jukebox and wonderful events at the Miniplex next door. read more

I come here every time I come to Arcata. Such a chill atmosphere. Local bar, mature, classyswag. Really nice people serving. Friendly patrons. It's the best place in town read more

Richards' Goat Tavern & Tea Room - I love this place. It's away from the plaza with friendly staff. My vodka mule was great. - Tea Rooms Near Me - Arcata, California

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I really enjoyed this Tavern. The hours are great, we saw a theater production then came here for the Mac & Cheese that I had heard about, we were not disappointed the rumors are true, best Mac & cheese I have had in years. I love the tea press & my sister enjoyed a cocktail. We took home delicious brownies. The staff is kind & attentive. The space is cozy. read more

This place has tea and great drinks. Very unique i fused liquors. I live the name and the theme. There are couches to lounge in and a very comfortable atmosphere. Karaoke a few nights a week and just a great name. They also have a screening room which plays independent films, you can have a drink and popcorn and watch a interesting movie. Quite the unique place! read more

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Go for the Moscow Mules. Perfectly crafted. Very comfortable environment, live music, board game area, and ample free parking. Although I didn't try any of it, they offer delicious sounding food...shepherd's pie, macaroni and cheese, popcorn, etc as well as some beautiful looking baked goods - giant cookies and brownies. Bring your ID... everyone gets carded, so be prepared. read more

Everyone knows that the Goat is the best! I always ask Miss Gina for customized drinks and she invents literally the best drinks I have ever had right on the spot. The karaoke is the best you will find anywhere. Everyone gets so involved and there's a full stage setup for the singers. On top of that, the food is as good as any restaurant. I love the tater tots with curry ketchup. read more

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Food is really good but came in on a Sunday and the customer service was pretty poor. The two dudes working the bar seemed like they didn't want to be bothered. I felt unwelcomed, like I was burdening them asking for anything. So if that's you and you're reading this, lighten up a bit! Get a massage or something. I know customer service can be a drag but it's just nice to feel welcome when you come into a business. read more

Um so random. Good drinks and tea selections. I tried a detox tea so hope I poo. I had a tamarind based drink and a tequila chamomile drink. Stiff. I learned a new card game. Will return. read more

I quite liked this place. Very nice design and atmosphere. Loved the paintings and decoration. We had tea and cookies which were nicely presented. The cocktails looked very tempting too. Overall nice place with a cool vibe. read more

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Richard's Goat is pure Arcata. I'm a local, and I feel very at home in a lot of bars and restaurants in town, but...... there is something about the Goat. It is not trying to be anything..... and, therefore, it is so welcoming. It's a great place to hang out and have tea, a cocktail, enjoy Taco Tuesday, see a movie (bound to be good!) or just relax with a box of popcorn. Why is it so cool? It's spacious, the surfaces are "real"---- as in real cloth, real wood. (We care about that sort of thing in Arcata.) And, honestly, I have never had a problem with the "service." I bet that's fixed by now. read more

A very fun bar with a very neat vibe in little ol' Arcata. I like this bar mostly because it is a welcome change of pace and vibe to a lot of the other watering holes in the area. The Goat (as it's known) offers a more boho-artsy vibe than the other bars along the plaza, complete with a mini movie theatre (the Miniplex)! Cool interior, open space, a little out of the way by comparison, this is worth checking out. The beer list is pretty good, and they do a great job with drink specials and interesting concoctions. Also, they have food available! It's not a full kitchen, but they offer interesting treats like blue cheese mac and cheese, and Guinness shepherd's pie. read more

Super rude staff, treated us like we were an inconvenience or something. Place was nearly empty when we went and if this is how it is normally I can see why. Just another crummy dive bar with a crummy attitude,.don't even waste your time read more

Richards' Goat is the best place for craft cocktails in Arcata and Eureka. I came with my wife as part of weekend getaway trip from SF. I was searching on Yelp for the best bars and at first I was a little concerned since this place didn't have many reviews. So glad I came! The cocktails were great. My favorite was the March Fog (earl grey infused vodka, champaign, orange bitters, sugar cube a twist on the classic champaign cocktail) then I also loved their old fashioned. Simple but good. They have lots of tea infused cocktails, local beers on tap, and a great atmosphere. The infused glass chandelier is really cool, as is the story of why they named it Richards Goat. You will have to check it out yourself! Lastly I should mention we didn't order food other than a PI day dessert special - whiskey butter pie with rose gelato. Wow was this ever good. Probably the best dessert pie I've eaten in a year. The prices were really reasonable. 7 drinks and dessert came to under $50, half of what you would pay in SF! They also had a DJ come in on this Saturday night. Normally I'm not a fan of DJs as the music often gets turned up too loud but this DJ was perfect. It was loud enough that made it a party but not too loud that you couldn't have a conversation. Music was great too. Richard's Goat is an excellent bar for craft cocktails, friends, and good times. read more

I was really excited to come here because of the offerings for indie movies. Knowing Humboldt is out of the way and isolated I thought I wouldn't get a chance to see some of the films I enjoy and saw easily in San Diego. I was STOKED they were showing Landline (you should see it! Jenny Slate is a babe!) It was a little disappointing that the place was so empty. In fact it was completely empty when we get there to see the film. It was Saturday but early I guess. We had some excellent cocktails. Mine was a Mule which was awesome. I wish I'd had a second. The film room was small and the seats were a little uncomfortable. But the tables in the back were nicer. I would try this place again. Hopefully with a bigger crowd or maybe I'll convince a group to go. read more

Tea Assam and awesome except they need to serve it with MILK not cream or half and half but the atmosphere is great and we like it glad to take hubby here he was reluctant but a good cuppa mellows him out. Ahh be back soon!! read more

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I came in around 6:45 and place was quiet. The lady's were nice but not all "HEY WELCOME TO RICHARDS GOAT!" One thing I was sooooooo happy to see was that they had cider! The cherry cider is incredibly delicious. As it got later, the place became comfortably crowded. They have some pretty fun board games and ahhhhhmazing music. Definitely a great place to great drinks. Shout out to Gennie! She's such a nice bartender and very attentive. I did not get any food, and I would totally come again for drinks! read more

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This place is my new obsession. Perfect for anyone who likes to leisurely enjoy a creative cocktail, unique local beer (macadamia nut was on tap here once!!), and conversation, the quirky knowledgable staff are quick to offer a smile and unobtrusive service. It is a bar, but occasionally they have some delicious food offering & I was stoked one night to see Chicago style deep dish pizza on their write up menu. Love that they offer so much more than just alcohol too. Hand blended tea selection, locally brewed Kombucha on tap (sells out quickly though!!), and baked goodies keep me there long after I've had one too many cocktails. :) read more

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This bar has a great atmosphere and friendly staff. Their welcoming atmosphere and delicious cocktails and taco night on Tuesdays make an amazing addition to Arcata! read more

Best cocktail bar in the area. Bartenders are mostly self-taught but still know how to make the classics and have a well defined pallet for drinks. Bar is small and welcoming, music is never too loud and conversations with locals are abundant. I recommend this bar for anybody who appreciates a classical crafted cocktail in a relaxed atmosphere. read more

Probably the worst customer service I have ever had at a bar. We came to celebrate my best friends 21st birthday and they denied our party of 8 people because they could only serve her on the next "business day" even though it was past midnight. Then, the waitress wasn't sure if she was right and she had Google the law! Lmao then We then went to Sidelines and TJs where she got free complementary birthday drinks like every normal bar. Very rude and unprofessional staff read more

Relaxed ambiance with a nice lounge feel. The employees are nice too! There's always good local beer on rotation and good tea choices. Don't expect to come for food because that's not their specialty. If you are really lucky though they'll have a few chicken or veggie hand pies left (pot pie finger food). The place can get a tad noisy at peak hours but what do you expect from a nice tavern and tea room? Highly recommended, just don't eat that last hand pie...I called it! By the way, when will you be screening indie films in that 30-something seat theatre y'all said you were going to have? I can't wait! read more

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