Goat On The Roof in West Berkshire

This restaurant gives you a different experience. Small tapas-style dishes served not in a given order, but as and when ready. Nicely presented and good food. We had three dishes each and could do a bit of sharing. My only comment would be that it is pricey, even overpriced in some cases, so don't come here if you're on a budget.

Overall disappointed. I had big hopes for the British style tapas ... but each of my dishes just missed being "right" 😕 e.g. the battered haddock still had the skin on the filter & the batter was soft, which in a small dish wasn't good, the drizzle of mayo wasn't in balance and the peas turned out to be lentils 😕 Positives were staff very professional and helpful. Place nicely laid out and really like the goat posters. But for the prices charged, the dishes should be spot on and they aren't ☹️ (£45/head with no wine) UPDATE: Responding to "Everything OK", "Yes" was partly me being old and being brought up to always be polite, partly I thought everyone else was happy. It was only at home that various comments were made, and I decided to post my thoughts. Various dishes were rated excellent, e.g. Lost Bread. Some were ying/yang, e.g. Pollock was really good, but the sauce was way too salty ... I had a taste and totally agree, the pollock was lovely. UPDATE: Checked, and the other person who had haddock did not have any skin, the batter was crispy and it tasted very nice.

It's great to see independent restaurants like this in Newbury! They have a very nice, and reasonably priced, wine selection. However, their food portions are tiny for their prices. I am tired of restaurants charging £15+ per small plate and calling it tapas. We ordered the lamb ribs for £20 and we were served 2 ribs in total; that was roughly a sum 4 bites. At the end of the day a restaurant should feed their paying customers. The cheesecake was also very uninspired and lazy. Adding slices of raw chestnut mushrooms doesn't make anything umami. Having said that, I appreciate their effort and understand they too have to deal with increased costs.

First time going here and had an amazing experience. The waiter was really helpful with understanding the menu. Service was second to none definitely recommend it .

Great place to eat. The food was amazing and staff were very helpful and friendly. Definitely will be going there again next time we're in Newbury.

I felt really underwhelmed by the experience, I'd heard great things about this place. However I feel the food was over priced for what it is and the descriptions not particularly accurate (for example the scallops were a special, described as 'Cornish scallops with spinach and XO sauce), yet the sauce had anchovies in which gave a grainy texture. I like anchovies, if I knew to have expected them perhaps the texture wouldn't have been odd, at first I thought the graininess came from the spinach. I ordered fizz (my first glass with a meal out since giving birth) and yet they poured it into a wine glass?! When I asked for a champagne flute, they went to get a coupe - I'm happy with either but I don't think you should have to ask for it. No one asked us how the food was whilst we were eating it. Only after we had asked for the bill with the servicer only looking at my husband. Maybe it's the baby hormones or that fact our baby was about to kick off but I just wanted to leave by that point.

I kept saying to myself this is the best place in Newbury, in fact it’s one of the best places I’ve ever been. The food is beyond insane. The service is so relaxed and welcoming. The best part is the guys you’re buying off are the most genuine people I have met in a long time. Newbury is so lucky to have these guys in town.

High expectations - left feeling ripped off. we ordered our bottle of wine & food, were asked if we wanted starters with mains - no! we waited for 30mins after starters, finally waiter arrived back and advised he had cancelled our mains as we didn't want everything to arrive same time!! FFS re-ordered. we ordered 4 main dishes, they were very small (even for tapas) - 3 arrived. we finished the 3 and then the 4th arrived, we sent it back saying it's a bit late now! we asked for the bill - our £19.50 bottle of wine was itemised as £38.00!! we asked what's going on to be advised the wine menu prices are for 1/2 bottles! what restaurant shows two prices - per glass and per half bottle?!! everyone does per glass & bottle. So the £54 bottles are actually £108... they must have this all the time as they immediately reduced the bill. food was excellent, although overpriced for qty - will not be returning

Been here twice,both times excellent. Impromptu visit last night for my husbands birthday, were seated upstairs in the wine bar- loved it! Chloe was a wonderful enthusiastic hostess, was able to advise us on the menu and wine which were both delicious. We really enjoyed the retro playlist which prompted a very reminiscent conversation.....well done goat on the roof,finally something to write a good review about!

Lovely little independent restaurant. We went last night for our second visit in 6 months and cannot fault this place. The staff, food and vibe are amazing. They are very good with allergens. Lots of gluten free option's on the menu. Highly recommend booking the chefs table. It was great to be able to chat with the chefs as well. We love that use local produce and how they can come up with such a creative variation of dishes. Definitely on of my top restaurants to visit.

We were excited to try this place for a while. Finally, we went for Valentine's dinner, but we were really let down. The prices were too high for what we got, and the service wasn't good either. Nobody explained the menu to us. We tried the crab salad, ribs, and pork belly, but they were just okay. The crab salad was especially bad. Honestly, I'd suggest skipping this place and trying somewhere else nearby.

Our second time visiting - both times have been a faultless experience start to finish, and its quickly become our favourite restaurant to go too. The food is delicious and thoughtfully put together, and the passion for local produce is clear throughout the menu -Well worth the price too support local growers and independant restaurants. The team took the time to chat with us and make you feel welcome even sharing recipes whilst they worked. Thanks again for a fantastic experience! We will be back soon.

The most esquisite food, attentive service and conducive atmosphere. Not to be missed.

Charming restaurant, unique food, superb service. The very best…well worth driving several hours not least for the best pudding ever. ‘Lost Bread’ ….why did I find it so late in my life.

The tapas were divine! The goat curry is a must have and also the ice- creams. Top tip- when making the reservation, select the Chef's table (thank me later)

Visited for the first time yesterday. Amazing food and lovely service. I’ll definitely be back. Highly recommended.

We had a delicious selection of food and great service, will definitely be back again.

We visited Goat on the Roof for the second time and if anything it was even better than the first time. The chefs are phenomenal - as is everyone who works there. They even recognised us from last time! The food is outstanding and is equal if not better than food we have eaten at Michelin starred restaurants. Outstanding dishes for us were the beef fat waffle with truffle (freshly delivered that day), the salsify in chicken butter, the pork belly, the baked onions and the poached pair. They were outstanding, but everything we ate was phenomenal. Cocktails and wine were delicious too. I cannot recommend Goat on the Roof enough - it really is something special. Thank you to the wonderful staff who were wonderful the whole time.

We visit the goat on the roof regularly. It’s one of the best consistent restaurants in the area. The restaurant is immaculate, the food and drink is always delicious. The attention to detail and passion by all staff shines through. Highly recommended!

My friend & I met for a girly catch-up. Not content with coffee, we looked for somewhere for lunch. What a find! Absolutely perfect for two veggies, British, locally-sourced produce so delicious it rivalled the food at The Woodspeen, at a fraction of the cost. I’ll definitely be back soon!

Four of us visited on NYE for dinner. The restaurant had a great atmosphere and the staff were friendly. The food was good, some dishes were really good, none were poor. The main issue we had with this restaurant was that it's simply overpriced. There were some annoyances when a group fo four order a dish like fish goujons and just 3 goujons arrive too. If the food was exceptional then perhaps the prices might be justified, but it isn't. Whilst we enjoyed our evening, we spent nearly £100 per head (this did include 2 x wine) and left still hungry.

A interesting place. I and my partner found the service very good. The young lady was informed on the food availability and was not pushy at all. The food was very tasty in deed, but a bit small in portions. If you are hungry then the bill can add up fast, so be careful. Apart from that, I would visit again

After eating at this restaurant (oysters, salmon and scallops) both me and my partner have severe food poisoning. I ended up spending a few days in hospital as a result. Very expensive experience, paid £90 to be poisoned and hospitalised.

One of the best places in Newbury to enjoy a night out with loved ones. The service is very warm and welcoming. Everything we’ve tried was delicious with a unique twist, I can’t pick a favourite. They have a great wine collection but the real surprise was the coffee. It’s the best in town!

I love everything about this place, can't recommend this enough!

Fantastic service, nice atmosphere, and great food.

Let's start with the positives. Goat On The Roof has an exciting and bold menu, a killer wine list and a pitch perfect atmosphere. We also left hungry. The tapas style dishes presented a few genuinely interesting ideas but every dish we tried somehow failed to really impress for one reason or another. A few creative flavour combinations not really singing to me and other dishes playing it a bit safe / flat despite sounding interesting on menu. Our waiter suggested around 2 dishes per person. We ordered 6 as some sounded a little small then followed it up with 2 deserts. Might I suggest refillable sourdough as a starter option or something? Still had to get some chips from a van on the way home!

We use "the goat" for our annual Christmas dinner. We went again last night and again, it was amazing. The food and service are simply amazing and we already look forward to coming back.

Delicious food and very good, quick service. Thank you!

This is hands down the best restaurant in Berkshire! Beware foodies, once you visit this wonderful place - with its imaginative and delicious menu… you won’t want to go anywhere else. Having lived in Newbury for 24 years, this restaurant ticks all the boxes. I have taken family, friends, clients and most recently my girlfriend (for perhaps the 5th time this year) and I have to spread the word on this incredible, intimate and irresistible spot. The food is fantastic. The service is brilliant. The wine is wonderful. The setting is superb. Patrick, you've done a fantastic job building a unique restaurant that consistently brings me, my friends, and my family back for more!

What an excellent experience! Went with work colleagues for a Christmas dinner. Food was exceptional and like nothing else I've eaten. The atmosphere was great and the service attentive. Will return for sure.

Thank you for a perfect lunch today. All the food was delicious and the service was spot on. We lingered on long after all other guests had left but there was no pressure from the staff to send us on our way. I love independent restaurants like this and implore everyone to support them in Newbury. Loved the location as well.

Amazing British Tapas, I had a lunchtime trio on my own last week, Chicken Liver, Soughdough Rarebit and Beef Ragu with mash and enjoyed the food so much. I immediately booked in for an evening to take friends there. Can't wait to go back.

Great place for lunch. £10 for 3 Tapas is very good value and more than enough for 1 or even maybe 2 smaller appetites. Would recommend the lamb ragu which is a very tasty mini shepherd's pie and the fried fish gougons.

Booked having read about this place. We were not disappointed, food was good, lunchtime offer made it very good value. Wine selection good. Staff were excellent. We will return when we’re back in Newbury.

Newbury's local gem. Innovative tapas and wine from British producers made with skill and care by people who love food.

Make the trip to Newbury, you won’t regret it, everything about this place is fabulous, the food, the service, the ambiance. Do not leave without having some fudge, just sooo good.

Lunch today and it was fantastic - 3 dishes for £10 is brilliant value - the food was delicious, English sparkling wine was gorgeous and the staff were all lovely, friendly, keen to help and nothing too much trouble. My first visit and we'll be back their Lost Bread dessert was divine 👏 Highly recommend!

We had a chance to join their wine and food pairing event. That was absolutely fantastic! Really enjoyed the food, wine and the company of lovely people there! This is the best restaurant that i have been in Newbury ever! Thank you very much for the great food and the amazing hospitality lads! Well done👌

What an amazing experience for our first time at Goat On The Roof! We booked a table at the chef’s bar, although there wasn’t much info about this choice on the website, we were thoroughly pleased to sit up at the bar with the view of the chef preparing dishes and drinks being made. Zoe in particular was super attentive, the service was second to none, you really feel well looked after. We spent about 2 hours here on a mix of tapas. We opted for wild mushroom and chicken skin crisp breads - unbelievably moorish, Atlantic red fish - so fresh, Hampshire pheasant bao bun - a delightful eat, crispy potatoes with marmite and truffle - speechless, Wiltshire Savoy cabbage with smoked tomato crumb - so tasty. We went for the day special too which was Barnsley lamb chop and mint… honestly sublime. Then dark choc terrine and lost bread (honey brioche) for pudding - unbelievably good! The atmosphere was cosy and the lighting was perfect, not harsh but totally relaxing. Really looking forward to our next visit! Thanks guys!

Great service aside from paying the wrong bill. Staff were attentive in the right way. Food was alright if a little small and nothing else to really say about it. Nothing memorable other than the tough cheap cut of steak and the 'house butter' which was margarine. Probably wouldn't go back.

We wanted to have lunch while on a very occasional visit to Newbury, and I booked Goat on the Roof on the basis of the reviews and the menu I'd seen. It was every bit as good as I hoped, with exceptional food, lovely wine, great service (sitting at the bar) and a very relaxed and relaxing atmosphere. We'll definitely be back!

Visited for the first time last night. There was a lovely atmosphere in the restaurant and I'm not surprised as the food was absolutely delicious. The service was also flawless which made for a wonderful evening. Can't wait to go back again. Oh and if the lost bread is on the desert menu then do yourself a favour and order it!

First time visit but certainly not last. Came at lunch and had the full offering off the speedy menu. Corrrr! So delicious. The Honey parsnips! The rarebit! The ragu! And then we just couldn't ignore the menu and had to try the mussels and the pork belly. Even just the bread and butter was delicious. You'd think we'd stop there but having had 'lost bread' explained had to share that between us to find out. No regrets! It was such a special treat and the setting is lovely. The staff were attentive and knowledgeable. Well done everyone. You're doing just perfect.

Had a superb lunch, 3 off the £10 tapas menu and sardines on toast. All really delicious. The 2guys front of house were excellent at welcoming and explaining the menu. The place was absolutely spotless, including the toilets, refreshing considering some toilets in restaurants and pubs, this one is definitely not all fur coat and no knickers. Would highly recommend to anyone thinking about going , pity we were only passing through! 👍👍

Lovely tapas, with all British ingredients.

Incredible service from Sam at the counter.Amazing food.Very good wine selection, which we were offered couple samples of before ordering.I cannot recommend it enough.Great find!

Managed to get to GOTR last night and just had to say how good that place is. A must for Tapas lovers, from sublime Pork Belly to incredible Chicken in the woods mushroom, the best rare breed sausage and stunning steak topped off with a...

Sam was great 👍 the food was fabulous and wine selection excellent, can't rate highly enough.....oh the doughnut!!

Food a little bit hit and miss but generally good. Very good service but a bit high on the ponceometer...bring it down a little bit. But will definitely come back.

I have been to goat on the roof many times and have never had a meal that wasn't perfection!!! Firstly Patrick and Sam and their team are wonderful, attentive and full of knowledge about the menu and wines!! The service is second to none and you always feel looked after. Every dish is sustainable and organic and always tastes fresh, they change their menu regularly so there's always something new and exciting! Food is amazing quality and really different! The daily specials are always a treat!! The British tapas and wine bar is such a lovely addition to Newbury high street and it's so lovely being able to go to a small hospitality business run with passion and experience! The interior is gorgeous too! If you haven't tried it yet, you absolutely have to.

I have been to goat on the roof many times and have never had a meal that wasn’t perfection!!! Firstly Patrick and Sam and their team are wonderful, attentive and full of knowledge about the menu and wines!! The service is second to none and...

What an incredible restaurant! The setting, the staff, the gorgeous food and very reasonable price for the quality... Everything was perfect. Thank you, Goat on the Roof!

This was our first time visiting Goat on the Roof and we will definitely be back! The dishes were packed full of flavour and love the seasonality! They change the menu everyday! The drinks list was very varied, I had a banana dark and stormy...

Delightful little restaurant. Would recommend the chef's bench. Pork belly, burrata and chocolate pudding as standout dishes!

A very unique experience! English Tapas. Food was incredible. Service exceptional. Please open one near me 🙏🏻

I went to The Goat On The Roof with a friend on a Thursday evening. We ordered 3 dishes which were quite nice and a mystery glass of wine. Unfortunately we did not like the wine it smelt and tasted terrible and I suspect that...

I’ve eaten here several times since they opened and have been extremely happy every time. Food, service and ambience is outstanding.

We enjoyed another lovely meal here recently. Food and service impeccable as always. Thanks to Patrick and team for making our visit so special.

I cannot praise this place enough. From the ambiance to the customer service, to the sensational food. We weren't sure what to expect from British tapas, and we were very pleasantly surprised. The flavours were outstanding, each dish was spot on. Even as a vegetarian...

Highly recommend Goat on the Roof, it stands out among other restaurants as it serves British tapas! Fab idea. The food is nicely different, all ingredients are British and they try to source as local as possible. Every dish we had was amazing, service was...

Amazing evening celebrating my other half's birthday with friends. Food, service & ambience were amazing, topped off with a cake & sparkler for the birthday boy.

Visited "Goat on the Roof" for the first time and was thoroughly impressed. The goat cheese and fig was an absolute delight, and the pork belly melted in my mouth. Also, the veal and tuna, as well as the beans, were beyond delicious. Every dish we tried was a hit. Can't wait to return!

Really enjoyed our evening. Food was excellent. Friendly and attentive service. We sat at the bar to eat which meant we could discuss options with the chef. Beautiful fresh ingredients. Will definitely return

It's just the best menu of food I've ever tasted. So inventive with a broad range of ingredients. Lovely service in a pretty part of Newbury.

We’ve just been in again for dinner this evening and everything was near perfection; the service, the presentation, taste and general produce knowledge. We came in early so my son could be more relaxed and enjoyed speaking with the friendly staff.

A real case of style over substance. Went for lunch the menu is at the top end for tapas so expectations were high sadly they missed the mark. All the plates were beautifully presented but lacked any flavour we had 8 plates in total the portions are miniscule even for tapas. The worst was the scallops in a apple sauce this dish was so unbalanced the scallops were completely lost. The croquettes appear bought in not homemade which was disappointing given the high price point for 4 tiny balls. However that pales in comparison to the corn ribs which was a corn cob cut in halve then cut into fours we recieved 3 "ribs" for the outrageous price of £6.50 there is no justification for that.

I have visited three times now and have really enjoyed each occasion - I think The Goat on the Roof is now my favourite restaurant in Newbury. The food is absolutely delicious - I love how seasonal the menu is and it changes each time...

The ingredients used are top quality and cooked to perfection. Really enjoyed all our food. Relaxed friendly service making for an all round great experience. Many thanks we will be back.

We had such a lovely lunch here today. The service was perfect - attentive but not over the top, and the food was fresh and full of flavour. We went with our small children who were welcomed. Even the playground playlist was pleasing!

A beautiful lunch with a range of tasty and well-thought-through dishes. Warm and tender salt beef, GF tempura plaice, fantastically flavourful barbed darts (ask) and more. A cool range of non-alcoholic drinks (great for pregnant daughter) and an excellent range for a gluten-free coeliac. 5*

i had heard from others that Goat on the Roof was well worth a visit and i was not disappointed. The word EXCEPTIONAL almost understates the quality of the food, wine, service, ambience, decor and my own feel good factor! Well done Patrick Vaughan-Fowler (owner/maitre...

The decor, food & wine is all incredibly well considered, with attention to detail everywhere. The food was fabulous, with the Pork Belly and Rhubarb being our highlight. Being sat at the Chef's Counter with the enthusiastic and knowledgable Chloe only helped enhance the evening....

Great food, great wine and very lovely service

Food, service, decor, all absolutely fantastic! Price very reasonable and the staff/owner were exceptionally friendly and knowledgeable. Quite possibly the best meal I’ve ever had.

Delicious local British tapas style food. Lovely staff, dog friendly and would visit again!

Having been to the Goat on the Roof once beforehand, and being very impressed, we decided to try it a second time for dinner. Overall, lovely food - small plates with real variety, all very tasty, and a great selection of wines. The staff provide...

Very nice food. Very expensive for tapas. They have air con but, was still too hot as its not very efficient unless you're sat right next to it. Service is fine but, as you order occasionally don't go if you're in a rush...we were there for 3 hours.

An exception experience - had an incredible birthday lunch here. Michelin star food without any of the pretentiousness that typically accompanies such quality

I have eaten here twice now and believe that this is the best place to eat in Newbury. On entering, the dinning area is well laid out, clean and modestly decorated. A brilliantly chosen playlist helps to create a relaxed and fun atmosphere. A beautifully...

Ever changing seasonal menu but the same amazing quality of food and service every time. Really inventive dishes that showcase local products. Cannot recommend highly enough Amazing as always, love the counter seats to be able to chat through the dishes and ingredients with Sam and the team.

Excellent food quality, excellent service and great hospitality. Menu very varied and interesting. We enjoyed every minute.We sat at the chefs counter, so we could see the preparation of all the dishes. A great experience overall. Highly recommended

Fabulous food, fabulous service - an English version of a tapas bar, the food is the best of local produce. Great service from the start, with relaxed lively atmosphere and great soundtrack in the background. Not cheap, but we’ll worth the extra

Went here on a whim. Best decision I’ve made in years. The food was all great, the monkfish cheeks stood out in the main section but the venison sourdough was excellent. Unusually for me though it was the desserts that really shone. The lost bread was delightfully caramelised and the ice cream it came with (brown butter I think) paired excellently. But it was the hay ice cream that was the standout of the evening. HAY yes hay, made in house with actual fresh hay! It was unusual and delightful. It really made the meal stand out and it is the primary reason I came to write this review. I don’t write reviews often but more people need to try this. It tastes like the smell of a fresh hayloft, it’s inviting, almost cozy but with a fresh taste that makes you warm and fuzzy while acting as a perfect palate cleanser for the meal. Rarely has a dish had such a profound impact on my senses it looks like a humble clotted cream ice-cream with its gentle yellow tint but wow, what an experience. 11/10 I cannot recommend this enough. I’m only disappointed I don’t live close enough to have this regularly. They advise 2 dishes per person then see how you get on, honestly I just wanted to keep going every dish was a new delight. Also worth noting they are one of the few places with an interesting non alcoholic cocktail menu. Tried the salted caramel non-alcoholic espresso martini and it was good. Tried - monkfish cheeks - venison ragu with sourdough - dart (a skewer of a quails egg a little asparagus and a few other bits) - lamb and bacon with gnocchi - crispy potatoes - ham and cheese croquettes - garlic mushrooms - Rachel cheese with rhubarb ketchup (you kinda have to have the goats cheese when you’re at a place called goat on the roof) - lost bread - hay ice cream (ridiculously good) All of it was high tier but the hay ice cream is going to stay with me. This place deserves to be in the Michelin guide.

Amazing. First time here but won't be the last. Food was exceptional, staff were super friendly and very knowledgeable about the menu, atmosphere/decor is top notch. British tapas at its finest. A bit pricey but as the saying goes, you get what you pay for. It's hard to pick any particular standout dishes as they were all deliciously brilliant! As was the drinks selection. I very much look forward to returning.

Excellent service & the food changes changes daily. They cater for dietary restrictions really easily. Highly recommend

We all loved the tapas dishs we ordered. Definitely worth a visit. Well done

Ambrosia! This was unquestionably the best tapas food that I've ever had...I would have tried everything on the menu if I could have - but everything that I did have (including sharing my pals food) was exceptional...Monkfish in a light batter, perfect asparagus, sublime venison...and...

Did the monthly wine club and ate afterwards. Wine club was a lovely informal format and really interesting. The tapas afterwards were, as usual, first class - and so too was the service.

Having read good reviews of Goat in the Roof, we booked in for a Saturday lunch here and we were not disappointed! We sat at the chef's counter and saw first hand the excellent work of the team who were wonderful throughout. The barbed darts...

Incredibly creative and tasty small plates. Very relaxed and quick service. Will be back.

Excellent food which is cooked with great care and some lovely local and seasonal ingredients. Service is excellent and attentive. Only a couple of pieces of feedback: - We felt rushed. Everything (tapas) came out at the same time within almost 5 minutes of ordering...

A lovely place and good atmosphere but a little pricey for the amount of food served, but really tasty food.

I have been wanting to try this restaurant since it opened and was not disappointed. Every dish was perfectly designed and executed with excellent flavours in each bite. If you are looking for a dining experience that will excite the tastebuds this is where you...

ITS CRIMINAL, ALL OF IT , MUST VISIT FOOD AMAZING, SERVICE NO WORDS TO DESCRIBE IT 5⭐️ doesn't do a JUSTICE

Amazing every time. One of the best places to have a great meal in Newbury

This restaurant is nothing short of perfection!! We had an amazing time here, the service was friendly and efficient. The food was second to none. The wine was delicious. A massive congratulations to all the staff. A special mention for the Butchers Steak (in particular...

Great service coupled with delicious food, highly recommended

Our first visit here, and it couldn’t have been better! Attentive and helpful staff, lovely ambience and amazing tapas… we were spoilt for choice - each one delicious, including the puddings. Will be back to sample the wine bar soon!

A really great experience. My wife and I arrived after our friends who were warming up in the wine bar but the staff were only too happy to inform them we had arrived. The food was superb, particularly the butchers steak and the goats cheese....