What should I order at The Goat?
The Goat
Tuna Nicoise Salad
Mentioned multiple times for being delicious with fresh tuna and lots of fresh vegetables, highlighting its quality and taste.
Sunday Roast
Enjoyed by several reviewers for its great taste, including a notably good vegetarian cauliflower cheese tart, indicating variety and quality.
Halloumi Chips
Frequently recommended as a snack or side, praised for their taste and accompanied by excellent salsa.
Beef Burger
Highly praised for thick, quality, tasty meat made on site, generous portions, and good value especially during half-price days.
Lamb Kofta Kebab with Tzatziki, Pitta & Salad
Described as delicious and satisfying for a full meal at a very reasonable price.
Goats Cheese Terrine with Roast Vegetables
Recommended for its lovely flavors, often mentioned alongside other popular small plates.
Lemon Cheesecake
Noted for its elegant presentation and excellent taste, likened to a Michelin star dessert.
Chocolate Soup
Recommended for its unique and enjoyable flavor, standing out as a notable dessert option.
Fish and Chips
Mentioned as lovely and well-prepared, a classic pub favorite appreciated by visitors.
Mac and Lobster Cheese
Enjoyed as a comforting and tasty main dish, noted alongside fresh homemade bread.
Lamb and Tzatziki Burger
Praised for being large, homemade, and delicious with a great soft bun, often paired with skin-on chips.
Lemon Pannacotta Tart with Winter Berry Compote
Recommended as an excellent dessert, paired with coffee, highlighting the quality of the sweet offerings.
Hours
| Monday | 12 to 11 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 12 to 11 PM |
| Wednesday | 12 to 11:30 PM |
| Thursday | 12 to 11:30 PM |
| Friday | 12 PM to 12 AM |
| Saturday | 12 PM to 12 AM |
| Sunday | 12 to 11 PM |
About The Goat
The Goat is a pub and British restaurant in Hertford, England, known for its village pub feel, cozy low-ceilinged interior, and friendly atmosphere. Reviewers consistently praise the home-cooked food, generous portions, and attentive staff, with drinks also getting strong mentions for selection. It offers dine-in, takeout, outdoor seating, and accepts reservations, with a price range of £10–20.
Amenities & services
Service options
- Outdoor seating
- Takeout
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Great beer selection
- Great wine list
- Trivia night
Popular for
- Solo dining
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible parking lot
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
Offerings
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Food
- Food at bar
- Free water refills
- Hard liquor
- Wine
Dining options
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Restroom
- Wi-Fi
- Free Wi-Fi
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cozy
- Romantic
- Trendy
Crowd
- Groups
- LGBTQ+ friendly
- Tourists
- Transgender safespace
Planning
- Accepts reservations
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
- Credit cards
Children
- Good for kids
Parking
- Free parking lot
- Free street parking
- Paid parking lot
- Usually plenty of parking
Pets
- Dogs allowed
Frequently asked questions
What is The Goat known for?
The Goat is known for its home-made pub food in a cosy village pub setting, especially dishes like Sunday roast, beef burger, venison pie, and halloumi chips. Reviewers also repeatedly mention the friendly atmosphere and well-kept drinks selection, including guest ales and wine.
What dishes are most recommended at The Goat?
Reviewers most often highlight the Sunday roast, beef burger, lamb kofta kebab with tzatziki, halloumi chips, and the venison pie. Desserts also get praise, especially brownie and ice cream, lemon cheesecake, apple pie with custard, and lemon panna cotta tart.
What is the atmosphere like at The Goat?
The Goat has a small, cosy, characterful pub atmosphere with low ceilings, a warm interior, and a village pub feel. It suits groups, families, and solo diners, and the reviews also note that dogs are welcome and the staff are friendly and attentive.
Is The Goat good value, and what price range should I expect?
The Goat is priced around £10–20, and reviewers often call the food reasonably priced or good value. Specific examples include a £40 total bill for two with drinks, a half-price burger deal on Tuesdays, and a lamb kofta kebab small plate at £6.95 that reviewers said was enough for a full meal.
When is the best time to visit The Goat for a meal?
If you want a deal, reviewers mention half-price burgers on Monday and Tuesday, and one visit noted the kitchen opens at 5pm for early evening meals. Sunday roast is another popular choice, so Sundays are a strong option if you want the pub’s classic British food.
Is parking available at The Goat?
Yes. Free parking lot, Free street parking, Paid parking lot, Usually plenty of parking is available.
Is The Goat kid-friendly?
Yes, The Goat is good for kids.
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