Tail Up Goat menu overview
Nestled in the vibrant Lanier Heights neighborhood of Washington, DC, Tail Up Goat offers a memorable dining experience centered around Mediterranean-inspired cuisine crafted from fresh, locally sourced ingredients. This one Michelin-starred bistro delights guests with a creative menu that balances rustic flavors and refined techniques, perfect for food enthusiasts seeking innovative yet approachable dishes.
Starters
Begin your culinary journey with an array of enticing starters that showcase bold flavors and thoughtful combinations. Highlights include the crispy salt cod, prepared with a delicate dusting of flour and fried to golden perfection, and the salt cod fritters, featuring a tender blend of egg and flour creating a luscious bite. For a unique twist, the seaweed sourdough bread offers a savory note, infused with hints of ocean freshness. If you prefer something rich and hearty, the chicken liver pate with spiced onion and fresh bread delivers a comforting start. Try the pickled onion and salty cod for a tangy, briny contrast, or enjoy the salsa verde and marinara pairing, blending parsley, garlic, capers, and tomato into a vibrant dip.
Mains
The main courses at Tail Up Goat exemplify Mediterranean flavors with a modern approach. Savor the tender lamb ribs seasoned with an aromatic blend of herbs and spices, or indulge in the delicate whole stuffed branzino, accented with lemon and olive oil for a fresh finish. The grilled rabbit sausage, a standout dish, combines rabbit meat and pork fat with herbs and spices for a rich, succulent experience. Pasta lovers can delight in the carrot ravioli filled with cheese and egg, or the spicy pork ragu served atop perfectly cooked pasta infused with tomato and spices. Other hearty options include the pork loin roasted with garlic and herbs, the expertly seared scallops enhanced by butter, garlic, and lemon, and the comforting Carolina Gold rice dressed simply with butter and salt. For a robust choice, the goat lasagna layers tender goat meat with cheese and tomato for a satisfying Mediterranean classic twist. The stuffed porgy, fresh and aromatic, rounds out the mains with its herb and lemon accents.
Desserts
To conclude your meal on a sweet note, indulge in Tail Up Goat’s exquisite desserts. The pecorino cake offers a savory-sweet balance with its unique blend of pecorino cheese and sugar, baked to perfection. Alternatively, the Gorro De Bruja is a luscious chocolate dessert enriched with cream and butter, delivering a rich and velvety finish that will satisfy any chocolate lover’s cravings.
Drinks and specials
Tail Up Goat complements its carefully crafted menu with an impressive selection of Mediterranean-inspired cocktails and a thoughtfully curated wine list that enhances every dish. The welcoming ambiance and attentive service create an inviting atmosphere to enjoy seasonal specials and unique offerings often featured by the kitchen. Guests can expect expertly paired wines and inventive cocktails that bring a Caribbean-inspired twist to the modern Mediterranean setting.
- Starters - crispy salt cod, seaweed sourdough, chicken liver, salt cod fritters, pickled onion and salty cod, salsa verde & marinara
- Mains - lamb ribs, carrot ravioli, whole stuffed branzino, stuffed porgy, grilled rabbit sausage, spicy pork ragu, pork loin, seared scallops, Carolina Gold rice, goat lasagna
- Desserts - pecorino cake, Gorro De Bruja chocolate dessert
