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The Smoking Goat Restaurant, San Diego, CA

The Smoking Goat Restaurant

4.7
4.7
2683 Reviews
$30 and under
French / American

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 16 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
  • Neighbourhood gem
The Smoking Goat is an award-winning California-French bistro located in the heart of North Park, San Diego. We have received the Gold Medallion for the best French Bistro in San Diego three years running.

Inspired by his European Farm-to-Table up-bringing and culinary training at Le Cordon Bleu Paris, Executive Chef and Owner Fred Piehl, marries classic French cuisine with the bounty of San Diego in a way that is rustic, yet refined, imaginative, yet unpretentious.

The dinners served feature in-season local, sustainable and organic ingredients and provide guests with a unique culinary experience, reminiscent of the European countryside.

Boasting a carefully selected wine and beer list and chef and bartender attention to select spirits to create craft house cocktails, The Smoking Goat assures there is always the correct pairing available.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    French / American, Contemporary French / American, French
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (619) 955-5295
  • Website
    http://www.thesmokinggoatrestaurant.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Chef Fred Piehl
  • Catering
    Please contact us if you are looking for divine French cuisine catered at your next event
  • Private party facilities
    We offer both large party bookings for 12 people or more, as well as Partial and Full restaurant Buy Out options. All with beautiful 3-Course Menus.
  • Private party contact
    alex_fatoohi@piehlgroup.com: (619) 955-5295
  • Location
    3408 30th St, San Diego, CA 92104
  • Neighbourhood
    North Park
  • Cross Street
    Upas St
  • Parking details
    30th, Upas, 29th, and Myrtle are the best locations to find parking.
  • Public transit
    Bus stop at 30th street and Upas
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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What 2,683 people are saying

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Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.4Value

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Review summary

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The Smoking Goat Restaurant in North Park is a "shining star" in the San Diego dining scene, offering "unbelievable French food" with a lively atmosphere and "amazing staff." Diners rave about the "delicious" dishes, including duck l'orange, steak frites, and crème brûlée. The cozy, vibrant ambiance and attentive service make it perfect for special occasions. Despite occasional service delays, patrons are eager to return for more culinary delights.

2,682 Reviews

  1. Celia

    VIP

    San Diego

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined today

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Had a great experience at The Smoking Goat! The cozy ambiance and attentive service made for a pleasant evening. We started with the escargot, which was rich and flavorful, followed by the duck à l’orange, cooked perfectly with crispy skin and a tangy citrus sauce. The quality and taste were worth the price, and I’d definitely return!

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  2. Kim

    VIP

    Orange County

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Cane here for a late Valentine's dinner. This was our second time here and food was delicious just like the first time. We ordered the duck, the rocky Jr. Chicken, escargot and the goat cheese cheesecake was an absolute must to finish off our meal. Staff was super friendly, and food came out in a timely manner. Definitely has become one of our favorite restaurants!

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  3. Michael

    VIP

    Portland

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food, excellent wine options, and attentive service. We will definitely be back!

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  4. Melina

    Unspecified

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It was an amazing experience the foodie was great and service as well

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  5. Sheila

    San Diego

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 1
    Very good good just for a pre fixed amount should have included some type of roses especially for valentines. More valentines decor.

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  6. Janeva

    Las Vegas

    5 reviews

    2.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    Service was good and the restaurant was really nice, but the food was just… meh. Nothing really notable about the apps, entrees, or drinks. The food wasn’t bad - it just wasn’t good for the price we paid.

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  7. Karen

    VIP

    San Francisco

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Smoking Goat restaurant does not disappoint. They are extremely accommodating when it comes to special requests and reservation changes. French onion soup and grilled octopus were delicious!

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  8. ronda

    San Diego

    4 reviews

    4.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    My second time, the food was not as good as the first

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  9. Cathy

    Greater Boston

    36 reviews

    5.0

    36 reviews

    Dined on February 10, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We always go to The Smoking Goat when we’re in San Diego. Awesome food, great ambience, and attentive service!

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  10. Jeovana

    VIP

    San Diego

    2 reviews

    1.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on February 9, 2025

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 2
    We had reservations, but did not get seated at the time of our reservation and had to wait. Took forever to even get water and asked about drinks. Food was average. I was really looking forward to this place, their website was promising.

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FAQs

The Smoking Goat Restaurant offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (619) 955-5295.

The Smoking Goat Restaurant is rated 4.7 stars by 2683 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 16 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for The Smoking Goat Restaurant

3408 30th St, San Diego, CA 92104

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Upas St
  • Neighbourhood
    North Park
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    French / American, Contemporary French / American, French
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    30th, Upas, 29th, and Myrtle are the best locations to find parking.
  • Public transit
    Bus stop at 30th street and Upas
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Chef Fred Piehl
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Website
    http://www.thesmokinggoatrestaurant.com/
  • Phone number
    (619) 955-5295
  • Catering
    Please contact us if you are looking for divine French cuisine catered at your next event
  • Private party facilities
    We offer both large party bookings for 12 people or more, as well as Partial and Full restaurant Buy Out options. All with beautiful 3-Course Menus.
  • Private party contact
    alex_fatoohi@piehlgroup.com: (619) 955-5295
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