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The Fainting Goat

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Gastropub, Bar, and Cocktail Bar$$$$

U-Street, Washington

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The Fainting Goat

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Serious EatsDecember 1, 2014
Upscale and fancy toppings abound, but, done with a light touch, they serve to highlight the natural flavor of the proteins. Be on the look out for the goat half-smoke sandwich, an off-menu special.
Kelly BarrettFebruary 18, 2014
Hip sort of vibe here, friendly, great staff. Their food is small portions with interesting, different, delicious flavors. Good place for a quiet date or drinks with a friend or two, not a big group.
Allison LeBlancJuly 31, 2014
This place has a late night happy hour as well. 10PM-12AM; $5 Titos and select beers. An added plus.. electric plugs next to every bar stool so you can recharge your phone AND your body.
Oleg TkachenkoJuly 5, 2016
Great pub! Fast cooking, big portions, 13 variations of draught beer and a lot of cocktails. Overcrouded, reservation needed . Strongly recommend fish for two. Menu is overpriced - fish 34$, beer 7$,
Ishaan PatelFebruary 5, 2017
French toast was particular good. Moist and well glazed with maple syrup. The raspberry addition was nice and tart to break down the sweetness.
Behrad EatsMay 9, 2015
If you're here for brunch, you must get the fantastic Breakfast Sammy with house made sausage, fried egg, and harissa.
Behrad EatsDecember 2, 2014
Start off your meal with the delicious Arancini prepared with fontina, charres tomato and mint, don't forget to add goat!
Washington PostApril 1, 2015
Try out the fried shrimp and goat po' boy topped with mango slaw. And, fair warning: Expect to see lots of Tinder dates here. Read more
Behrad EatsDecember 2, 2014
The burger here is absolutely delicious and a must have! Prepared simply with cheddar cheese, pickles and tomato jam.
Michael CoxFebruary 21, 2015
The charcuterie board, lots of unique martinis, great waitstaff, good social spot. The apps and entrees are also highly crafted and almost all delightfully tasty.
Washington PostJanuary 31, 2015
Get the flatbread arranged with poached clams, peppery arugula, coins of fingerling potato and piquillo peppers, a riff on New Haven-style clam pizza. Read more
Tammy GordonJanuary 30, 2014
Loved the goat ricotta toasts and pork fries. Good beer/wine curation. Bars upstairs and downstairs.
Behrad EatsDecember 2, 2014
Delicious mussels here prepared with roasted pumpkin, lemongrass and chilies.
Clark ScrandisMarch 23, 2019
The short rib pot pie was rich and satisfying, while the branzino was light, flaky and delicious!
Washington PostJanuary 31, 2015
One can’t help but notice how attractive the clientele is on any given night. A night away from home here could pass for a fashion shoot. - Tom Sietsema Read more
Lizzie RubenfieldSeptember 14, 2014
Great beer selection and seating options at night. Cheese/meat boards are also fantastic.
Esther SongJanuary 11, 2014
Great music. Great drinks. Great vibes. Get the Brucey's cocktail - like bacon lemonade.
Tim FOctober 8, 2016
Great drink menu...and the food was good too! Good prices for the area.
Katarina KatsmaJuly 22, 2015
Can get pretty pricey. You'll find something for $3 sitting right next to something for $20 on the menu which was a bit confusing, but I guess allows for people with different budgets.
Chris GoldenDecember 29, 2014
Upstairs bar extends all the way to back of restaurant. Cocktails cocktails cocktails
Sandra RubinchikFebruary 25, 2015
You can bring your awkward first date here. But if you do, make some damn eye contact!
Lefteris HazapisFebruary 6, 2015
The goat po boy sandwich and the squash on the prairie vodka drink.
Miguel LopezJune 1, 2016
Huge place. Lacks the cocktail lounge feel, but turns out good cocktails nonetheless. Get the dirty gin martini.
Briana BaileyFebruary 26, 2017
Ambiance was good and chill. My orange gin cocktail was strong but tasty.
Doug GrantNovember 9, 2014
Pork belly is awesome. Bottomless mimosas for brunch only $15!
Modern ExplorerFebruary 9, 2016
and also.. try Chicken Pot Pie.. and thank,me later 💝
Michael NicholasJune 1, 2017
Good for small, elaborate plates. Great atmosphere and service.
Alexandra Dunbar-FernandezNovember 20, 2015
Great atmosphere, fun bartenders, delicious food.
Amy CummingsApril 19, 2018
Mix and match the flatbread and goat cheese fondue. And just splurge and get a cocktail.
Sabrina ZahidMarch 11, 2014
Love the vibe! Cocktails are spot on but the food was underwhelming. In short- come for drinks.
Kat YuMay 24, 2014
Poached eggs are in bacon broth- so good!
Allison KasicMay 13, 2018
Good fondue and burger
Tara LewisAugust 10, 2014
Poached eggs were the bomb! Smaller portions but amazing :)
Wicaksono AriefDecember 8, 2014
I love the momosa.. Make me sleepy and push me for having quick nap.. ;-)
Jon FranckeJanuary 16, 2014
Excellent cocktails. Dark and Stormy had some intense ginger
Jason CJanuary 16, 2016
The late-menu has a burger on it that was delicious.
Michael CoxFebruary 22, 2015
Chris is amazing - ask for him as a server when you go.
Ellen PeacockFebruary 19, 2015
Order the goat po boy. It's the year of the goat afterall.
Doris TruongApril 2, 2015
Been here 5+ times
Ian is a super bartender! Order the punch.
Katarina KatsmaJuly 22, 2015
Prices vary widely. There're a few affordable things, but most items are pretty expensive.
Jaime CookNovember 1, 2019
Get the fondue and the cheesecake.
Michael CoxFebruary 22, 2015
Goat cheese fondue - brunch
Noe TApril 17, 2014
Happy hour punch for $5 was delicious and a deal.
Tunji OdelolaAugust 2, 2015
Try the Goat Po, it's awesome!
Rem KoningApril 18, 2015
Strong cocktails. Comfortable bar.
Tunji OdelolaAugust 2, 2015
Awesome ambiance...loved the Goat Poker 😍
Nadia ChilmonikMarch 7, 2015
Their Mule is great!
Jon FranckeDecember 6, 2013
Everything was delish. Love the bass and butternut squash!
Doris TruongSeptember 18, 2015
Been here 5+ times
Talk to the bartenders. Ian and Drew are cool.
Raquel KuhfahlSeptember 6, 2014
If you don't know what a fainting goat is...YouTube it, while you enjoy a bowl of punch

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