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Wild Goat Bistro - Petaluma
Nestled in the historic Great Petaluma Mill, the Wild Goat Bistro offers a casual dining experience in a rustic and inviting atmosphere. The charming space reflects a European style bistro with intimate dining tables, a reclaimed copper-top counter which has a birds-eye view of the open kitchen. There is additional seating available at a community farm table for larger gatherings.
The Wild Goat Bistro offers up a menu of honest food that uses local fresh organic ingredients in a variety of culinary traditions. From their specialty Neopolitan style 10" pizzas, to innovative salads, to scrumptious main dishes, to sharable small plates - it is a seasonally changing menu that has something for everyone anytime of the day. Special attention is given to making nearly the entire menu gluten-free - even the amazing home-made desserts. Their carefully curated wine list includes wines from hand crafted, small production local vitners as well as wines of interest from around the world.
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34 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.1
/
5
Rating Breakdown 34 reviews
5 stars
(10)
4 stars
(18)
3 stars
(6)
2 stars
(0)
1 star
(0)
Food
(Outstanding)
4.2
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
- neighborhood gem(26)
- fit for foodies(21)
- great for lunch(15)
- romantic(7)
- notable wine list(6)
- special occasion(4)
Wild Goat Bistro - Petaluma Reviews List
Review 1 for Wild Goat Bistro - Petaluma
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Casual and welcoming
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Really enjoyed the casual ambience of this little cafe style bistro in Petaluma.
A last minute find on OT when we got Mondayed out of 2 restaurants we had in mind.
A very nice solution."
Dined on 5/27/2013
Special Features: neighborhood gem, great for lunch, kid-friendly
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Review 2 for Wild Goat Bistro - Petaluma
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Lovely find
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We really enjoyed the high quality tasty food. The added benefit was the guitar player that added to the ambiance of this lovely find. We will definitely be back."
Dined on 5/12/2013
Special Features: great for brunch, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 3 for Wild Goat Bistro - Petaluma
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Goat Bistro
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"First time here & took my elderly parents. Cozy atmosphere and very friendly staff. Food was excellent and my folks appreciated the "small plate" options. we shared a dessert and had a great time."
Dined on 5/20/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 4 for Wild Goat Bistro - Petaluma
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Very good food. Had to wait again
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The food is very good (interesting, tasty, and inventive). However, this is the second time in three weeks we have had reservations and have still had to wait. The first time we waited half an hour and finally left. This last time we waited half an hour again and then got our table. We were comped a glass of wine each, which was thoughtful. However, we had a show that we were in a hurry to get to because of the wait."
Dined on 5/17/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 5 for Wild Goat Bistro - Petaluma
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Great pizzas
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Super small, busy and cute in quaint historical building. Sitting at the bar that faces the street was fun for people watching, and romantically close taking, but made serving awkward. Only ok saffron mussels and clams, really nice pork app, excellent pizzas (wild thing and the sausage one). Great wine selection (weird non-stemmed glasses)."
Dined on 5/17/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, notable wine list, neighborhood gem, hot spot
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Review 6 for Wild Goat Bistro - Petaluma
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Found a Gem of a Restaurant!
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Wild Goat Bistro is a must "go to" small restaurant. It has character, interiors are well done to fit in the Mill, great food, excellent service. I went there for the first time last week then took my closest girlfriend there for her birthday lunch this week. Can't wait to return again!"
Dined on 5/15/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, hot spot, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 7 for Wild Goat Bistro - Petaluma
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Nice bistro atmosphere
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"This was our first visit here and we loved it. The atmosphere is that of a small, energetic bistro. The food was delicious. I enjoyed the calamari entree and another in our party loved the special - a quinoa salad entree. The only disappointment was that they were out of the gluten free cakes described on their website. One in our party went specifically for that reason and was sorry to hear they didn't have any that day."
Dined on 5/06/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 8 for Wild Goat Bistro - Petaluma
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Fun, delicious, and dog-friendly
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Wild Goat Bistro had everything we wanted: dog-welcoming, with gluten-free options for our celiac party member, and good food over which to celebrate a special occasion. It seemed the impossible dream, but we got it all. Our dog was greeted with a fresh bowl of water and a chunk of duck jerky, and we were seated in the quaint dog-welcome entry courtyard. Our server was attentive and friendly and although we were never rushed, everything went off like clockwork. Best dish was the Wild Thing pizza, with a fantastic gluten-free crust (believe it or not!) that even the gluten eaters liked better than the regular crust. Primus malbec was smooth. A must: try the gluten-free ginger fig cake, even if you're a gluten glutton it's an amazing dessert."
Dined on 5/11/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, notable wine list, romantic, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 9 for Wild Goat Bistro - Petaluma
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
The pizzas are full of flavor
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"The pizzas are full of flavor and the crust is perfect."
Dined on 04/12/2013
2005
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic, great for lunch
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Review 10 for Wild Goat Bistro - Petaluma
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Had an 8:00 reservation on
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Had an 8:00 reservation on a busy Saturday night. Walked in and were seated right away. Food was delicious, atmosphere was cozy but lively, and the food came out pretty promptly. My new favorite spot in Petaluma."
Dined on 04/13/2013
2011
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 11 for Wild Goat Bistro - Petaluma
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Good food/service but the
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Good food/service but the menu leaves a lot to be desired. Too many chi-chi pizza options, not enough apps and smaller, fresher, california cuisine dishes. Liked the close, lively atmosphere."
Dined on 03/17/2013
2006
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Review 12 for Wild Goat Bistro - Petaluma
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Delicious Stuffed Chicken
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"We had an early reservation and were the first table seated. We had great friendly service and the meal was delicious. The stuffed chicken was great. The sliders and house salad with goat cheese were also excellent. I enjoyed their wine selection - and really enjoyed the atmosphere - not stuffy but simple."
Dined on 03/29/2013
2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list
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Review 13 for Wild Goat Bistro - Petaluma
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Great lunch spot
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Loved the thin crust Perfect Pair pizza and the pesto chicken salad we shared for lunch last week. Service was friendly and prompt. Just wish we had room for the cakes we were eyeing all through the meal at the baked goods counter! There will definitely be a "next time""
Dined on 03/23/2013
2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem
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Review 14 for Wild Goat Bistro - Petaluma
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Hard to find, but worth the hunt
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Wild Goat is not easy to find, tucked as it is into a larger reconfigured industrial structure. Once inside the restaurant itself is quite tiny with a bustling, cozy atmosphere. We had to ask directions from a couple strolling on Petaluma Ave, who not only helped us find the it (we were actually very close, but the Wild Goat sign is rather subtle) but also told us it was a terrific place. Everything we ordered was delicious-- a shrimp appetizer, bleu cheese salad, pizza."
Dined on 03/17/2013
2005
Special Features: kid-friendly, neighborhood gem
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Review 15 for Wild Goat Bistro - Petaluma
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Lovely surroundings, good
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Lovely surroundings, good food and service, but the kitchen was especially slow."
Dined on 02/26/2013
2006
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Ratings-Only Reviews for Wild Goat Bistro - Petaluma
Based on the average of (19) ratings-only reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.1
/
5
7 out of 7 recommend this product
Food
(Outstanding)
4.2
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
3.9
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
3.8
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic