If you're having trouble locating Gateway Cafe: enter the 4 story building. Walk past the lobby and into the outdoor courtyard. You should see a cafe by the water fountain. The building is very close to the San Jose airport and the Matrix Casino. Plenty of parking. They post their daily specials on their website every week: https://sanjosegatewaycafe.wixsite.com/gatewaycafe/daily-specials. There are some specials they have every week like sesame chicken katsu on Tuesdays and burgers on Wednesdays. Monday is always pasta. However you can also always order sandwiches off their menu! They also have salads, spring rolls, soft drinks, cookies, and more! My favorite is the veggie sandwich or the sesame chicken which comes with teriyaki sauce and a sesame slaw. Gateway Cafe is a mom and pop shop run by the same couple for the past 20+ years. I highly recommend checking it out if you're in the area and supporting a small business! read more

I had training at Allied Universal but arrived an hour early. I hadn't eaten anything in 24hrs and hadn't slept in 12hrs. I thought I would DIE trying to do the training unless I got something in my stomach. LO AND BEHOLD, while heading to the restroom, BAM! The market was right there and the said "OPEN!" Praise HIM!!! The gentleman before me ordered a breakfast burrito and it looked good af but I've had my fill of burritos for the week already lmao so I ordered the cafe club. FAM!!!! So delicious even within its simplicity. The ingredients are normal club sandwich ingredients buuuuut the way he put it together. All the difference. The owner is kind and sweet and doesn't rush anyone to order or anything. But from the looks of it, EVERYTHING IS GOOD! read more

Gateway Cafe - The half that was left! SO FILLING!!! Will be back the next time I visit! Thank you so much. Hit the spot and just what I needed. - Cafes Near Me - San Jose, California

Cheerful place, and moreover a tasty omelet at an affordable price. Good French roast, too. read more

Gateway Cafe - Indoor and courtyard seating - Cafes Near Me - San Jose, California

Had to check this hidden gem out! I went with my coworker on my lunch break. It's tucked in the courtyard of a corporate building, but you can easily go through the front lobby to find it. The place is cozy and family owned! I love how they rotate their daily specials. The service was quick and friendly, despite a decent lunch rush. My coworker and I both got the Thai Chicken Wrap. The chicken was crisp and juicy. The sauce was really good and flavorful but I think the wrapping fell apart a little, so the sauce kept dripping out the bottom. But the overall flavor was bomb! I definitely will come back to check out their other offerings. read more

Gateway Cafe - Thai Chicken Wrap - Cafes Near Me - San Jose, California

Hidden gem, literally! I always come here for lunch break at least once a week. I like how their lunch menu changes every single day. Food 5/5 Service 5/5 Ambiance 4/5 read more

Found this place on a random yelp search, thought me and a few coworkers would come for lunch. The location is right off 101 amongst many big businesses and office buildings. This little restaurant is actually tucked in the middle of an office complex, you have to walk through the lobby and out to the courtyard to find it. Pulling up to it, you definitely think maps was wrong, but it is not. The place itself is small, has a very comforting atmosphere and the owners look like they put a lot of care into what they do. They have a regular cafe menu where you can get a number of sandwiches, salads, etc. and they also have a rotating daily special menu that serves something new and exciting each day. Mind you, everything they serve seemed to be under $10, with the lunch chef special at like $11 being the most expensive thing on the menu. My coworkers and I went for the friday philly cheese steak sandwich. I will say, although the $9.75 price for the philly cheese steak was reasonable, it was on the smaller end. I ended up getting a bag of chips to accompany it which completed the meal. So for $12 i had lunch which isn't unreasonable at all. It would be nice of the sandwich came with some fries or a side salad or something but it wasn't a big deal. The food itself was very flavorful, simple and piping hot. It was prepared right in front of us, and it was served hot. We barely beat the lunch rush, tons of people poured in for lunch after us and the owners were well equipped and organized to take it on. Overall, the prices are reasonable, the quality was good, and the rotating daily special menu is exciting enough for me to come back to try some more stuff. read more

Came by for the lunch menu and had the sesame chicken with rice and it was delicious! The staff was very friendly and the quality of the food was fresh. I'll definitely be back! read more

I have been going to this cafe for over 10 years and it still never disappoints! I like that they have different lunch specials weekly because I'm able to try different things :) The Thai chicken wraps and their Korean dishes are always really good. They also have baked goods that are baked fresh everyday! The service is always really great, everyone is so nice and attentive. Best spot for a quick lunch! read more

This cafe is a hidden gem! Locally and family owned and so so yummy! I look forward to the Thai chicken wraps. :) If you're ever in the area or near SJC airport, this is the best quick lunch spot! read more

I saw their daughters post on Twitter and thought the weeks special menu looked good and worth a try. I got the Thursday lunch special which was the Teriyaki chicken over white rice and potstickers. It's was DELICIOUS. I thought it was plenty of food and it was cheap. I also added a small miso soup which was also really good. The cafe was really clean and had necessary COVID safety measures. This has nothing to do with the food and definitely not an issue but their location is a bit hidden. It's within business offices in a quiet courtyard. They do have a couple of tables there so you're welcome to do some outdoor dining. Overall I enjoyed the food, I will be back to try the rest of the menu. read more

Gateway Cafe - Teriyaki chicken over white rice and potstickers with added Miso soup. - Cafes Near Me - San Jose, California

I 100% understand why this place has such good reviews and we will be returning. It is inside the business complex, but is totally worth it for the kind staff and delicious food made in front of you. We got the pesto veggie sandwich and the breakfast burrito and we loved them both. 10/10 read more

Gateway Cafe - Pesto vegi sandwich and bacon and ham breakfast burrito - Cafes Near Me - San Jose, California

This is a fantastic place. Like the other people reviews. It's a Hidden Gem! Not where you expect a cafe to be. The business that surround the cafe are lucky. Everything is made from Scratch. Had the sesame chicken on rice and coleslaw. Delicious!! I don't live in San Jose but when I come to SJ I will make it a point to eat here Again!! You can eat inside or in the nice plaza out side. read more

I've come here one or two times many years ago, but I just recently rediscovered it seeing that they've reopened after being closed for a whole year due to Covid. We got the Sesame Chicken over rice and the Thai Chicken Wrap. They were both so good, but the spicy peanut sauce in the Thai Chicken Wrap has me obsessed! Both dishes are made with the same fried chicken cutlets, but they didn't feel redundant with each having their own sauce (which the owner Amy says are all made from scratch by her), and the chicken was crispy and not dry at all. Not to mention the portions were huge (look at alll that chicken); I was shocked as I saw them continue to chop more and more chicken to put in the box/wrap haha. I don't remember the price of each item, but I paid less than $20 for both which was such a great deal for the portion size. On top of the delicious meal we had, the owners Amy and Young were so sweet as well. They seemed so happy to be open again so I definitely plan on coming back to support. They have daily specials that change every week so I'm excited to try other dishes in the future. What's great is they now have an active Instagram page (where I initially came across them again) and they post the new daily specials every week so I can know what to expect before making the drive there. Side note: while I was there, another customer came in and said he found out about the cafe through a post he saw online as well, so I just love the power that social media has to help deserving small businesses like this get discovered :) read more

Gateway Cafe - Sesame Chicken and Thai Chicken Wrap (the wrap was my favorite!) - Cafes Near Me - San Jose, California

A great place for lunch. The staff is friendly and efficient. You order at the counter and bring your food to your table yourself. There are a few tables inside and some outside in the courtyard. This is a very difficult place to find, unless you have been told where it is and how to find it, or you have been here before! It is located inside of an office building across the street from the Double Tree Hotel. There is no sign on the office building to indicate that there is a cafe inside. When you enter the lobby of the office building, there is no sign, nor can you see the cafe. You have to pass through the lobby, and go out into the courtyard, then proceed across the courtyard to the far side. There you will find the cafe! This is basically a lunch sandwich place, that has changing daily specials. The food is very tasty and the prices are very reasonable. Yesterday, was my second visit and I had the daily special: Chicken Teriyaki. It was served over white rice, and had a small salad, and also included were three pieces of sushi. All of that for only $7.25. Very Tasty. I also had a bowl of clam chowder soup (the daily soup for $3.50), which was thick and delicious. read more

What is not to love about this place? + awesome service + great specials (calendar out every Monday) + incredible prices + location + plentiful parking I have been on the saving money kick more than ever. Yesterday was my first meal out during lunch in 3 weeks. I got in my car and turned to Yelp for guidance. W/in 5 minutes of driving, I arrived. This cafe is located inside the building. I drove around but did not see the sign but the address is accurate and cannot be missed. Once you see 2025, find parking by the lobby entrance. Walk through and you will find this hidden gem. Greeted by a very friendly woman. I skimmed their specials and their menu and opted for the Gourmet BLT, $5.75+ tax. I waited about 4-5 minutes. I paid and put my stuff down on a table by the window. Before I had a chance to sit down, my sandwich was done. Gourmet BLT | sourdough bread, mayonnaise, fresh lettuce, perfectly cooked bacon, thinly sliced tomatoes, and a generous offering of avocado made this meal delicious and special to me. I have earned this "cheat meal" and I have been fighting back the junk food my work continues to offer... it takes a shitload of willpower! I will be a repeat customer. read more

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This place is a must to stop by when near SJC or downtown in general. The food is always changing and carries a lot of variety. The owners are super sweet and accommodating which is such a huge plus. My favorites are the Thai Chicken Wrap with a spicy orange sauce. (Served every Tuesday) with a side of warm wonton soup. They also make amazing sandwiches. I like the pesto chicken with avocado. I always leave this place with a smile and a full belly:) read more

They just reopened yesterday after being closed due to COVID-19 & I'm so happy that they reopened! They have the best meals with such affordable prices. I love how they have weekly specials with different meals daily so there's always a variety of foods to choose from. My favorite is the Thai chicken wrap, it's so flavorful! Such an underrated small family business -- would highly recommend trying them out and supporting them during these unprecedented times! read more

Delicious food! Tried the lunch special which was beef stew over rice with salad, very filling and such great prices. I only wish I could have tipped on my card since I wasn't carrying any cash :( otherwise a great spot especially if you work near the airport! read more

The staff is super friendly, prices on daily specials are ridiculously good compared to the places to eat in the area, and food is pretty fresh. If you're a regular, you can ask to be added on an email list and they will send an email out to you Sunday night. My favorite thing to eat here is the Thai Chicken Wrap, one of their weekly specials. Sliced Fried Chicken Cutlet, cabbage, and a spicy peanut sauce is wrapped in a huge spinach tortilla. You get all sort of different textures in every bite. It is super addicting. I also love the fact that they have prepacked salads in a small size and a big size. The small salad is perfect and less than $5, so when you are looking for a quick lunch to eat and not get too full or waste food, it's perfect. I've seen them top the small salads with egg salad, tuna salad, and one time I asked to put some chicken up in there. read more

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The cutest place ever! Everything is fresh and freshly made! I love the attention to detail! Quality and care is out of this world! It's hidden inside building on the first floor courtyard and has plenty of seating. The smell of the food cooking is everywhere. The vibe is chill and relaxing because the owners are so calm and welcoming. Small little place but food is flavorful and fresh. There is variety and changing menu. The interior is clean, neat and cute!!! Parking is easy, access to restaurant is easy and the only negative is that the hours are limited, otherwise I'd be coming here at all hours!!!!! read more

Been coming here for over a year with my boss for lunch. Tuesday is our favorite for the lunch special Sesame Chicken with rice and Japanese coleslaw. It is to die for! The baked goods are mouthwateringly good. Portions are huge and the price is right. If your in the area it is worth it to check it out you won't be disappointed. We have even used their catering service for a party of 1 read more

Gateway Cafe - Sesame Chicken with Rice and Japanese Coleslaw - Cafes Near Me - San Jose, California

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I'm surprised there are only a handful of reviews for Gateway Cafe! For anybody who works around Gateway Business Park by the SJC Airport, you already know the LACK of food options in the area. Each of the business buildings has a small cafe/restaurant and if you're looking for a no frills but filling lunch...Gateway Cafe is your spot! They have sandwiches/salads but the daily specials is where it's at! The items rotate (you can put yourself on an email list to receive the weeks menu) but it cost $6-and some change. It ranges from stir fry over rice, salads, monsterous wraps, or pasta. You also get two side items too which is nice. I'm a fan! Friendly service, good prices compared to others in the area and will eat here if I get too lazy to pack my own lunch! Final Piece of Dirty Donovan Life Advice? Gateway is in Building 2025 across the Courtyard! It can be hard to find if it's your first time here, just go past the lobby ;) read more

Gateway Cafe - Daily special! Chicken parm pasta and salad and bread! - Cafes Near Me - San Jose, California

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This place makes amazing food. I come here every day. Their specials are different each day for breakfast and lunch. Also special sandwiches too... read more

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Came across this place on Yelp as I was searching for a nearby place to grab lunch. I was kind of reluctant to try this place because a lot of eateries located within office buildings I have not been a fan of. BUT I was pleasantly surprised and I'm glad to have checked this place out! FOOD: I got the Thai chicken wrap. It was DELICIOUS. When I saw them preparing it I was kind of worried it was going to taste bland and that there would be more wrap than filling, but I was wrong! Big pieces of chicken, fresh veggies, and a sweet but spicy and tangy sauce smothered inside. They were very generous with the portion and it was only about $5. What a deal! SERVICE: Right when I walked through the door, I was greeted by the man behind the cash register. The lady taking my order was super sweet and she looked very happy and enthusiastic (which makes all the difference to me). The service was super fast as well. I would definitely come back here again when I am in the area! :) read more

Gateway Cafe - Thai chicken wrap! - Cafes Near Me - San Jose, California

During the time I lived in SJC this is the one place that never disappointed when it came to buying lunch! Tuesdays are the BEST days and I very much miss my Spicy Chicken Thai Wrap now that I'm far away! They're service always comes with a smile read more

This spot has the best diverse meals hands down, everyday it's something new. I am in love with their spring rolls, they are the best I have ever tasted in the whole wide world. They have this special sauce with their spring rolls and I am seriously addicted!!! I can eat here every single day! Do not pass this place up, it's seriously the BEST! read more

Besides sandwiches and salads, they have daily hot specials: hot foods, soup and creative sandwich. Every Tuesday they have sesame chicken served with steam rice and Japanese slaw. Absolutely delicious. Thin pieces of chicken, breaded and fried, topped with sesame sauce served over steamed rice. I always skip the rice and they always give me extra slaw. I just wish they serve espresso-type of drinks. read more

Love love love this little hidden gem! The couple who owns it is always super friendly and hooking me up. They have tons of specials and the prices are unbeatable. I try to stop by at least once a week to try something new ! Definitely a small business worth supporting. read more

I LOVE this sweet cafe! The owners are always so friendly, kind, and generous. The food is delicious and at great prices!

My coworkers & I used to grab breakfast here often. Love their daily specials & how friendly they are! They also take phone orders so it was very convenient for us to grab togo during our breaks. Check them out! read more

I know, I feel guilty about cheating on Star Cafe. Sometimes you just want some new variety. For those of us working in the airport business park for at least a year, we've done everything to death: Zeytoun, Senor Jalapeno, Bagel Street, etc. So sometimes you just want to try something new. So I was thrilled when Gateway Cafe came up on my Yelp nearby list. A building over from the one with Star Cafe, you walk through the lobby, past the courtyard, to a tiny little cafe. What I really like about this place is the daily specials for breakfast, hot lunches, and sandwiches. Also hard to beat the price - I don't think anything has cost even $7 yet. I feel weird paying with a $20 because of all the change I get back. Even better is I've seen some fresh made fresh rolls next to the fruit salad that look really good. So far I've gotten a teriyaki chicken with eggrolls special and a chicken tikka special. Both of them gave you a lot for the price, and decent flavor - though you can tell they are using pretty basic ingredients. Every time I've been there has been a decent crowd inside. I still haven't had that thai chicken wrap, but I'll keep coming until I do. read more

This place can do it all. It is so tough for a restaurant to have such a great variety of food and have all of them taste so delicious, but this place makes it look easy. The food is always fresh and has quality ingredients which I respect as someone that cares about staying healthy and fit. My friends think I'm a harsh critic when it comes to food, but I've never been disappointed by Gateway Cafe and that's saying something. Give this place a chance and you won't regret it! read more

I used to work at one of the office complexes nearby, so I'd pop in here pretty often. It's a small place with a pleasant atmosphere, run by a friendly Asian couple, and the prices weren't bad. There's an atrium outside, which is always pretty vacant during lunch time, so if you're so inclined to enjoy your food outside and watch a fountain in peace, this would be a good place to get your food. For me, it was a nice place to clear my head of office drudgery, pick up the SJ Merc, and read the funnies. I can't say much about most of the food, because I don't eat meat, but I will say that they do serve a good veggie burger. But beyond that, they were VERY accommodating to my vegetarian/vegan diet. When I was going there pretty regularly, they would sometimes set aside a small portion of their daily special (which was rarely a veggie-friendly) without the meat for me, or if they were catering that day, they would make an extra serving of the vegetarian option (spaghetti with fake meatballs, for instance). When their sandwich of the day was the cheeseburger and fries, they would always add the fries in with my veggie burger, no charge. So, while they don't have a very diverse vegetarian menu, they do an outstanding job of accommodating, and it was greatly appreciated on every instance. Aside from that, there's not much to say about this place - it's a simple but pleasant little joint, catering to workforce in the surrounding office complexes. The people in my department liked this place so much, the weekly menu was always hung up on one of the cubicles. Now that I've quit my job, I probably wouldn't come back here unless I was visiting my old work for some reason, but I'd suggest checking it out if you're working in the area. If you work in the Verifone building, or one close to it, it's definitely worth making the short walk past DD's to get here. read more

Finally they're open! I missed their spring rolls! I highly recommend this place. Food and service is amazing!

I just discovered Gateway Cafe for lunch. Their housemade hot lunch entrees are great - very tasty and priced reasonably. They have a different lunch special event day so there's variety, not just sandwiches. I work in the bldg next door so this place is convenient and quick. I will be back. The owners are very hospitable. read more

great service, super nice owners + crazy affordable!!! Bulgogi Sandwich was amazing, highly recommend

Literally so good & the owners are so sweet! They have different stuff everyday and it's so affordable and good! I've been multiple times and everything was A1 and so fresh! Will 100% be coming here again :) read more

Great food and a decent price...I had their Tuesday daily special with the Asian slaw.... good stuff.

This is my favorite place to go when I want a quick lunch. They have different lunch specials everyday and it makes me excited to see what I'm getting! I love the food, service, and how it is family owned. Definitely recommend to stop by for the Tuesday lunch special, spicy Thai chicken wrap. Mmm read more

The food is great, customer service is stellar, great place to grab a bite during your lunch break, would recommend to anyone wanting a tasty lunch. Daily specials are always the best choice but menu also has a bunch of good options read more