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    The Grumpy Goat

    4.4 (56 reviews)
    Open 11:00 am - 9:00 pm

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    Casual
    Outdoor seating

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    David L.

    This is a great little restaurant on the golf course. The burgers and salad are great along with the fish and sandwiches. The server was cheerful and attentive. Plus the dining room is spacious and calm. We recommend this place.

    Maryann S.

    The view was really cute and relaxing. The food wasn't bad at all..... and our waiter was cheerful & friendly. It is a nice spot to grab a meal and unwind!

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    Scott S.

    We ran over for a little light dinner recently. Since reopening after the pandemic, they redesigned their menu with a nice variety of apps and entrees. Unfortunately, they no longer serve their crawfish ettouffe which was fantastic and they no longer have my favorite Belgian Tripel on tap. There are plenty of new and great things on the menu though. I always appreciated the view of the Highlands golf course and the ambiance in the bar and dining areas. The evening we went had great weather and we were hoping to dine on their balcony but we didn't make a reservation and the balcony was packed with a 30-minute wait so we just ate in the bar near the window. The bartender served us and did a great job. Our drinks were well made and she was attentive and very friendly. We ordered the vegetable flatbread and the crispy pepper calamari that was served with a sweet chili garlic sauce. Both were very tasty! Although we kept it light, I was tempted by a number of their big meaty entrees. Check out their menu and you'll see what I mean.

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    Vito P.

    Nice quiet restaurant where I can finally have a conversation with my lovely wife . Decided to try this place on Valentine's day . Had a very good experience. We had the chopped house salad , surf and turf plate which turned out EXCELLENT! The casino clams were ok . So glad we tried the gelato and chocolate mouse cake ! They were very very Good ! Our waitress Olivia was great ! We will definitely be back !

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    3 years ago

    I love the addition of breakfast at Grumpy Goat. It was delicious. The Goat truly is the best restaurant in Elgin.

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    3 years ago

    The food is delicious! Had the chicken pesto sandwich. Love the view in the dining room.

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    3 years ago

    Excellent! Food and service was very good. Definitely would go back . Prices are comparable.

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    3 years ago

    Best Mac and lobster!!! Drinks are always on point and staff is super friendly. We visit often

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    3 years ago

    Good food, nice atmospher. Annalise was our server and was very good which also made our visit enjoyable!

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    3 years ago

    Hide in golf club. Great food and service although the price is a little high. Will go back.

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    4 years ago

    A room with a view is what you get here! Courteous waiters, good food, nice ambience. They mean to please!

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    My husband and I went for our anniversary a couple of weeks ago. First of all we were greeted with…read morea homemade care signed by All the staff We are huge foodies, from fine dining to dive bar food, this has to be one of the BEST dining experiences I've ever had!!! The food was absolutely amazing we had the smoked deviled eggs, oysters and the pears with blue cheese and toasted pistachios all were delicious!! We also had the lobster pasta wow on the sauce and they were NOT shy with the lobster! Which also was fresh and delicious! We then spilt the sea bass fish which they spilt up and brought us out our own dishes, and the owner and head chef delivered to our table himself which was such an awesome touch! And he's was so kind and wonderful to talk to! And then came the dessert which was the butterscotch pudding.......WOW I'm pretty sure this was made in Heaven! Carson was our waiter and was wonderful too!! He is delightful and very knowledgeable of the entire menu and all the drinks I'm a very picky wine drinker and he gave me the perfect recommendation after listening to me. The overall experience is truly one of my favorites!! And the ambience is wonderful too!! We loved the open kitchen as well!! If you haven't been, GO!! You will not be disappointed!! We can't wait to return!

    Their ever changing cocktail menu is undoubtably the best in the area. So creative so delicious and…read moreso fun to enjoy with friends. Every single time I go here I need to get the marinated olives, I don't know what they do to them, but it's amazing. Great farm to table kitchen with a unique evolving menu. I would definitely say that this restaurant is leading a new charge for Saint Charles as far as the culinary experience that we're looking for when we go out for date night or girls night out. Very elevated very refined very unique. You've got to try it out!

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    The Fox River just outside the restaurant

    The Grumpy Goat - tradamerican - Updated August 2026

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