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    Wild Goat Bistro

    4.0 (1.2k reviews)
    Closed 10:30 am - 3:00 pm
    Updated 1 month ago

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    WILD GOAT BISTRO ATMOSPHERE

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    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Dogs allowed
    Good for groups

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    Starters and Salads Menu
    Emma S.

    I met my friend in downtown Petaluma and tried Wild Goat Bistro for the first time. This is one of her favorite restaurants, as it's in walking distance from her home. Tucked into the Great Petaluma Mill with dining areas that wrap around the exterior as well as other rooms tucked inside, it inherits the vitality and charm of western Petaluma's historic district. Marina greeted us at the host stand and also turned out to be our server. Although we didn't see many other waitstaff or bussers during our visit, our service wasn't lacking. She checked on us and our plates were cleared away in a timely fashion. We started with the Polenta Fries, which had pesto to garnish them. I'm often careful about eating pesto since I have a customer-focused job which prompts me to avoid overindulging in garlic. (I know. So sad!) The pesto was quite mild, which might be a drawback for some, but I found it agreeable. My Sonoma Crunch Salad seemed like a fusion of southwest and Asian flavors. The portion was quite generous. My friend had their WGB Burger, which she loved so much she almost tried to eat it all in one sitting, but instead opted to take half home for the next day. But the highlight of the meal for me was the Ultimate Italian Lemon Cake, which Marina told me was her favorite. She described it as light, which it is - surprisingly so. The cake is delicate and the fillings aren't heavy either. Not as sugary as angel food cake. Really, I want to go back - specifically for dessert next time! So, as far as location and service, I thoroughly enjoyed my meal. The salad I had as well as the polenta fries were good, but didn't wow me. However, the menu has plenty of options for everyone in your family or group and a reasonable price point for a nice night out in Sonoma County. It definitely offers a local feel and Marina will take good care of you as well!

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    Catherine P.

    Cute restaurant inside the old Mill. There are two sides, smaller tables in the front and larger tables on the other side. I made reservations and glad I did as it got busy. My waitress was friendly and attentive. I started with the tomato cucumber gazpacho which was cool and refreshing. Next, I ordered The Pearl vegan pizza with gluten-free crust. It was very good, though took half home. Then I was bad and had their carrot cake, which was moist and flavorful.

    Italian lemon cake
    David S.

    Hosted by Petaluma friends. Very good, not gourmet. Ambiance: Outdoor patio with dogs very attractive. Tacos, Lamb Burger and chopped salad (Cobb like) all excellent. Good Arnold Palmer as well. Polenta fries good but not crisp and could've been hotter. Turkey burger, good not outstanding .Service a bit slow and we had to ask three times for Splenda. One dessert, 4 forks, fantastic.

    Wild Goat Bistro restaurant sits in downtown Petaluma and it's very walkable to other areas. Their indoor seating is very limited and they may seat you out in the lobby if it's too cold outside. Every staff member has a good sense of humor and I'd steer clear of the Mac n cheese. It's was a nice creamy pair to a pizza order, but felt lacking.

    Anthony C.

    Kale salad was delicious! And so was the fig and pig pizza! Service was fantastic The flavors and plating were impressive! Overall this was a top notch spot for lunch and I highly recommend it!!! Coconut cake was epic! Try some!!

    Rylan C.

    Food was good. We got one of their pizzas, quinoa cakes, their salmon entree, their Brussel sprouts and the polenta fries. For dessert we got the coconut cake. In all, the food was enjoyable. I especially loved my pizza and the polenta fries. I think the Kung Pao Brussels were too salty for me. Or maybe just too much of the sauce. I loved the ambiance being outside. I don't remember there being heaters but I'm sure they exist on colder evenings. The service was attentive and friendly.

    Absolutely exquisite! Pappardelle with braised duck.
    Wendy A.

    Food was excellent and our server was attentive. My companion had a burger with blue cheese and bacon. I chose the Hippie Caesar salad. The dressing of cashews was delicious. The browned parsnip hemp "croutons" looked pretty, and were a creative take on bread croutons, but had an unusual texture especially since they were cold in a salad. Notes: The front door was propped open during a very cold evening--48 degrees outside, which made the dining room chilly. We were given the lunch menu at 430pm when we were let in when they opened. Also, several staff members were speaking to each other across the restaurant almost the entire time we were there, and their volume made it hard to relax or hear my companion very easily.

    Sherril S.

    Cute restaurant with welcoming vibe. Prime location with street parking. Offers indoor and outdoor seating. Heaters available for the colder days. Nice menu! Everything we ordered were pretty good. 2 types of pizza and really enjoyed the Brussel sprouts. Will definitely come again.

    Rose L.

    Still as delicious as I remembered! So many things to choose from n all well prepared!!! Grateful for this great local spot

    Tina W.

    Lucky to get a late reservation on a cold, rainy NYE when many other restaurants were booked or closed before a show at the Mystic. Cosy and casual, savory nourishing pizzas paired with reasonably priced wines by the glass. Will definitely return.

    Chick-a-Luma Sandwich with butternut squash soup and ginger lemonade
    Jessica P.

    Stopped for lunch after holiday shopping downtown with my mom, easy to walk to from the shops on the boulevard. It was pretty busy but had seating outside available with a heater near by. All of the staff were friendly and checked in regularly. We got the chick-a-luma sandwich with soup which was delicious. They had a good selection of wine and other beverages to choose from but went with a ginger lemonade.

    Farmers Daughter Salad with shrimp.
    Beth s.

    I found Wild Goat Bistro on Yelp and decided to check it out based on the glowing reviews--and I'm so glad I did. Tucked away near the river, this cozy little spot has a warm, welcoming vibe and a thoughtfully curated wine list that sets the tone right away. I ordered the Farmer's Daughter salad with shrimp, and honestly, it might be one of the best salads I've ever had. The creamy goat cheese perfectly complements the sweet earthiness of the beets, and the dressing ties it all together with a light, balanced finish. The shrimp was fresh and perfectly cooked, adding a satisfying touch of protein without overpowering the dish. If you're in the area and looking for a place that feels both relaxed and refined, Wild Goat Bistro is definitely worth a visit. I'll be back.

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    Ask the Community - Wild Goat Bistro

    How is the parking situation?

    Street parking is very hard to find and the parking lot across the street is for a different shopping center. But there is a large multilevel parking lot a block and a half away, and there's always available parking in there.

    Do they have a kids menu?

    We actually do have a kids menu. We have pizza, pasta, and grilled cheese for the kiddos. Have a great day!!

    I just tried to access their website. I get the message, this site has been suspended. Anyone have any comments or news re: this?

    Hi! Their website works: https://wildgoatbistro.com

    Do they have heaters for the outdoor seating?

    Yes. The tents also offer protection

    Is the patio dog friendly?

    Yes, I've seen dogs outside

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    Very nice cafe along the water. I always like a place along the water. Not a huge haul to Point…read moreReyes but it's the journey as well as the destination so we tend to break up trips with a stop. Andrea hates a long car ride like giving a cat a bath. Back in the day I used to travel to Petaluma by boat from Vallejo for the weekend with my parents so they could pound back gin fizzes all day with their other drinking boat buddies. Now days we drop in here on our way to Pt. Reyes. The downtown area has a lot going on (maybe not as much as Stacy's mom) and is definitely something to look into during the spring and summer. Inside seating and outside along the river. Looks like you can rent kayaks or canoes to paddle around. So coffee... check, breakfast goodies... check, champs and Momo's... check. So quick stop and on our way to Hog Island. If we lived here we would be here a lot I think. Will stop in again on future travels.

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    Dropped in recently on a Saturday night (pie day - 3/14!) when nothing else in Petaluma sounded…read moreinteresting. So glad we did! Short wait - but service was on point. We had the Italian salad, garlic bread, and a medium deep dish pizza. Everything was super fresh! Salad was great - their blue cheese dressing was killer! Garlic bread was so hot we'd had to wait to divide it - and had enough garlic to keep the vampires at bay. Pizza was incredible and melty cheesy delight! Come hungry! I tub that medium pizza could have fed five! Overall a delight! Do glad we stopped in - I certainly won't wait ten years before coming back!

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    They serve the first slices - so I couldn't get the "whole pie"
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