The G.O.A.T Arena Sports Bar Restaurant Review
For many, it was a first! First resident event for theMagazine and for 95% of the 40+ residents who attended, it was the first time they had ever been to The G.O.A.Ts Arena Sports Bar & Grill.
Sandwiched between Cafe Gecko and Bubbles Eat & Play in Fairview Town Center (FTC) sits The GOAT, a metropolis of megapixels within a tiered, two-story venue or, as the name indicates, an arena. Here, you can watch your favorite sports gladiators compete whilst enjoying an extensive offering of libations and a scratch menu that does not disappoint.
When you think of a sports bar, you typically think of bar food. While the G.O.A.T’s menu checks all those boxes, burgers, wings, and cheesy bullets, they also have an incredible lineup of dishes that you wouldn’t typically find on a traditional sports bar menu. Seared salmon, delicious salads, lamb lollipops, and a variety of other thoughtful menu items are plentiful. “We are more than just a Sports bar. We have great food. If you are not at The GOAT’s Arena watching your favorite sports, you are in the wrong place. Our diverse menu created by Hugo Galvan is beyond delightful.” shares Bella, the G.O.A.T’s general manager.
As we surveyed the room and spoke with residents, the same comment resonated over and over, “This place is great … we never knew it was here.” Given that most of the retail and restaurants on the Fairview side are set back behind some of the larger retailers off Stacy, unless you have reason to meander your way through Fairview Town Center (FTC), many of the hidden gems that await are often missed.
Adriana Silva, a resident of Lucas, shared her delight: “By attending the event, Dan and I discovered a new location for dining and viewing sports events. The drinks and food were excellent, especially the pork belly. It was great to see Jonathan Price again after several years, and his engaging personality brings people together to share stories and make new friends. By meeting others, we learned a new Thai food restaurant will soon open in the area.”
Fairview resident Jack Moneta added, “It was our first time there, and quite honestly. we didn’t even know this place existed. I am sure there were other couples that were newbies, also. The food was unique, and some of the dishes were spicy! All in all, it was a very enjoyable evening, and we thank you for hosting!”
Laura Hyatt of Fairview appreciated the community vibe, saying, “I enjoyed meeting people and hearing what’s going on and coming up in the immediate area.” Meanwhile, Pamela Sailor summed up the evening perfectly: “I thought the food was outstanding, the company was great, and the overall vibe was casual-cool-fun. Thank you so much!”
A special thanks to The G.O.A.T’s general manager, Anabel “Bella” Becerra, and her team for making this event so great. Whether you’re looking to grab a beer and watch your favorite athlete or team play, or you’re just looking for a great meet-up spot to do a bit of grazing, The G.O.A.T’s got you covered. Be sure to check it out!
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