Wild Goose serves straightforward, world-class cocktails, seasonal beers and elevated pub grub in a space that’s cozy and casual with vintage décor reminiscent of a hunting lodge saloon. In addition to classically-crafted cocktails made using simple, yet high-quality ingredients, guests will find a select range of draught and bottled beer, as well as shelves stocked with single barrel whiskeys and small-batch spirits. Equally simple in concept, but rich in quality with locally-sourced fresh ingredients, the menu is comprised of artisanal burgers, exotic, locally-made sausage, and seasonal salads, among other like-fare. In line with its lodge motif, comfy diamond-tufted booths and banquettes back up to walls trimmed with vintage wood scaffolding planks, an array of taxidermy including a Canadian goose, stag, beaver and tossed in for good measure, a mythical “jackalope,” or two. A blend of framed hunting prints and paintings, retro beer signs, repurposed lighting fixtures fashioned from old chicken feeders, and a large vintage American flag further punctuate the authentic rustic vibe. More than just another local watering hole, Wild Goose aspires to be a place where good friends and memories are made, a place to simply relax and unwind. Yes, a place you just may call your home away from home, and we hope you do. Welcome to the Goose!
Website: goosebar.com
Phone: (949) 722-9453
Open now
- Sat 10:00 AM - 2:00 AM
436 E 17th St Costa Mesa, CA 92627-3213 ·2177.89 mi
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The worst experience I’ve had at a bar. The bouncer was so convinced my ID was fake he took it and made me call the police to get it verified (it was my birthday and I turned TWENTY FOUR). Took 1.5 hours standing outside in the cold, finally got it verified by police (who definitely had better things to do), then he wouldn’t even let me in after wasting 1.5 hours of my time and told me to go to the back of the line (after I had already waited before all of this). Then yelled at me when I contested, threatened to “arrest me for trespassing,” and wouldn’t even let me friends talk to me through the glass. Overall extremely hostile. Other members of staff were more understanding but apparently they couldn’t go against him. Would never recommend, it was so not worth it. No attempt to make it up to me either, so a terrible lack of customer service after the ordeal they put me through on my birthday. I would give 0 stars if I could
MoreBeing from out of town I searched a pub for lunch. Found the Wild Goose. Great find. Walked in and met with a smile and hello from bar keep along with what ya have. The beer was cold and burger was average but filling. Customers seemed like all having a good time. The kitchen is tucked away in a corner mostly out of sight. However the dishwasher and equipment is across from the bar in full view of all. Can look over your beer and see the dishwaher doing his job...how down home. Venue is rather hard to find and can be missed. Is located on North side of street and shares entry with a barbershop. Plenty of parking in rear. Decor is a mish mash from hanging foundation garmets to the American flag along with a couple of stuffed geese. Plenty to see and do here!
MoreGreat $5 bloody Mary, and got the classic burger, really good. Was a quiet morning but service was nice and quick.
MoreThis is a really local dive bar [compliment] with the best food ever that comes out of a tiny kitchen. The server, Jen, was friendly and efficient. If you're looking to get away from all the SoCal boujee [boujee is ok too, we were at the restaurant at Roger's Gardens before we went Wild], and just meet with friends and have some beer or cocktails and some pub grub - this is the place. The burger and 'tots' are great.
MorePretty much a hardcore Tavern with concrete floor and concrete benches in it outdoor area so anything can be hoes down however the people own the place and work at the place are dedicated love their clientele and take incredible care of you ..It's the place where people who work in food and beverage in the area go at the end of their shift to unwind... It's a place where locals go to watch sports and hang out with people they know... And it's a place where those in the know go the morning after with a terrible hangover to have good bloody Mary's, huge mimosas and an excellent breakfast burrito or avocado toast.
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