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Gateway Kitchen

4.3 (517 reviews)
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Moderate noise
Dogs allowed
Good for groups

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Jumbo Deep Fried Quarter Leg Chicken
Charline T.

This place is a hidden gem that I kind of feel guilty writing a review for because while this place is such a good value, I also don't want it to get too hyped to lead to longer lines! This place is such a good value spot, with all meals being under $10 and huuuge portions! I was super full after finishing it, and there's definitely room for leftovers. This place is pick up only and parking can be a bit of a pain. It's also cash only. It looks a little dirty and tight inside, but can't complain since the food is so cheap. There's a few minutes of wait time after your order is placed, but not complaints with how fast they move. I've also seen them handle phone orders. I usually get the jumbo fried quarter leg chicken silog, which comes with garlic rice, egg, and pineapple chunks. The chicken is a bit bland but it does come with sauce. I also added a few slices of spam for a few more bucks. Next time I'd love to try the HK style pork chop and baby bangus. A solid place for a cheap meal!

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Eva L.

Good cheap eats. Garlic rice, egg, and a protein for as low as $6.50. For another protein, it costs from $4 to $6.50. Tried their Tocino with Longanisa and Tapa with HK style pork chop. Both combo came with generous portion of garlic fried rice topped with more toasted garlic, one over medium egg and pineapple chunks. Beef Tapa- best one I've had. Tapa meat is usually dry and very salty. This version was tender, with just the right amount of sweet and salty. Enjoyed this a lot. There were two pieces of good sized Longanisas (pork sausage). Longanisa is Filipino version of Chinese lap cheong but not dry. Longanisas are usually made with pork, sweet with hint of garlic flavor. And these ones are definitely juicy yummy but not too much fatty chunks in it. The Tocino was also good. Sweet red meat similar to bbq chashu pork but a lot more oily and sweeter. Mix of soft pieces and more chewy ones. The HK style pork chops had a crispy batter coating. They give two pieces per order. The coating was so crispy but not hard. It made a very loud crunchy sound biting in to it. It's like eating chips but better especially when you get to the actual pork chop. The chop was also tender. Also yummy. I could eat them as a snack by itself. The staff were nice. The girl at the counter patiently waited while we took time looking at the menu. The older man who was cooking was very pleasant and came up to say hi. Food came out quickly. It's to go only and cash only. Street parking. Will definitely return to try the other menu items.

HK style pork Hk Style Porkchop
Heather T.

My go to place whenever they are open during Sunday mornings! For sure a go to for cheap breakfast. I love the HK style porkchop. I order without the garlic on the rice in which they put a lot of. Can always order over the phone or in person wait time 15mins or less depends on the day. Definitely hole in a wall in the area. Have to be a local to know where to get breakfast for champs! 10/10 every time for the HK pork chops. Take out only and CASH ONLY at this spot make sure to pull cash before picking up or ordering. That's the only thing you have to prepare for when you come to Gateway.

Katelyn R.

Still a solid three. I guess for the price point. Huge serving of rice. 1/3rd of the size of the pork chop you'd usually get at superstar. This plate I got today tasted like nothing, no seasoning whatsoever. Which I'm used to, subtle flavors but this in particular literally had no taste at all. My pork chop tasted like a breaded piece of cardboard. The garlic rice tasted like plain rice with fried garlic on top. The pineapple even tasted old and had no flavor. The fish I got barely had that fish flavor and wasn't even salty like how it supposed to be. I was better off eating a cup of ice than this meal. So make sure you have some patis or vinegar or something to dip your food in and sprinkle some salt lol

Joseph M.

NOTE! This place only does takeout and only takes cash. I ordered the longanisa silog which came with two pieces of longanisa, one egg, some pineapple, and garlic rice. The longanisa was good and I thought it was interesting that they added pineapple pieces. The garlic was kinda burnt ngl. There was also such an abundance of rice left over that I didn't know what to do with lol. But honestly for $7, you cant beat that. My issue with this place is that the business hours here are inconsistent. I tried to come here two other times during their official business hours but they were closed... Anyways... try it out if you like. :)

Menu (7/2025)
Kevin C.

Gateway Kitchen is a place I didn't know I needed until now! This restaurant is strictly cash only and takeout and they serve silog. They do it well and are definetely generous with the portions. I ordered the HK pork chop with loganisa on the side and it was piled high on top of a mound of garlic rice. The over easy egg and the pineapple chunks were a nice and neccessary touch for the entree because it can get a bit dry. I'd recommend adding some kind sauce to the rice to help balance it out, luckily they did have a table near the window with a few options. The space inside is small and cramp, but the staff are all focused and worked effeciently to tackle the long line of orders. No matter how busy it was inside, the chef in the back warmly welcomed and thanked each customer as they walk in. It is a simple operation, but they clearly care about what they do.

Longanisa
Natalie M.

Honestly, this hit the spot! Wow. The options are so cheap and delicious. I tried the longanisa and the HK style pork chop. Both cost $16 total including tax. We split the dishes. The garlic rice was stellar, with amazing crispy pieces. The pork chop was flavorful and the longanisa was juicy. Loved that they give you pineapple too and a fried egg ! What a gem! I'd try the other dishes. The staff were super nice too and they were quick.

Hk Style Porkchop (added longanisa)
Mai N.

Having eaten Superstar and Gateway within the same week, I can confidently say that the HK Style Porkchop at this location is just as good BUT it does not maintain the same level of crispiness. This location is also cash only with street metered parking.

HK Style Porkchop
Nancy H.

This is quite a busy hole in the wall for locals, I wasn't able to find parking so I parked across the street in a plaza and walked over. There was a line out the door but it went by quickly, people are just there for takeout. This is a small, casual, cash-only establishment that offers affordable prices (a plate is less than $10)! I ordered the HK Style Porkchop that came with garlic rice and pineapple chunks. Unfortunately, my rice came with slightly burnt garlic bits and the porkchop was a little dry and quite bready. Overall, I can't complain because of the price. If I ever come back, I'll order a different dish.

Carla G.

Wanted some Filipino silog for breakfast that doesn't cost an arm and a leg so we ended up here. Street parking and to go only. This place only takes cash so we ended up going to the laundry mat to use the ATM. We also called in our order and they were super fast at getting food ready. They definitely perfected this craft. 5 star because they met all what we expected, cheap, hearty and quick grab and go food. Taste is not bad (yes I have had better) but for the plates ranging $6.50-$8 its good. We did like the hongkong style porkchops,that might be my favorite from here. Will come back again if in the area and craving some silog.

Cenon M.

Gateway Kitchen at 6165 Mission St is a total legend. I first ate here when I was 12, and coming back now at 35, the food is still the best Filipino food I have ever tasted. The flavors are just as incredible as I remember from over two decades ago. The service is super warm and friendly, making you feel right at home. The ambiance has that classic, nostalgic vibe that makes it a real hidden gem. This place will always have a special place in my heart. 5 stars!

Pork chopsilog
Shari N.

I have lived in the city and slept on this Filipino restaurant! My close friends have been eating here for years and I swore I never heard about it and they sure did made me wake up to their food! They went beyond the -Ilog breakfast movement! Hear me out 2 fried pork chops, and a mountainous garlic rice then one medium over easy egg, and pineapples for side fruit. This had me screaming of whaaa?! I mean it's good and fried to perfection crisp! The batter was perfect. The pork chops were still delicious without being hella dried up like you would think. The rice with the garlic toppings was good but I felt needed something more to it because I'm used to the three ladies jasmine rice like I felt their rice was bit dry even when I added the egg...all I needed was some sauce for the pork chops. Like vinegar mix or Jufran banana ketchup to the chops. The pineapple was a good after dessert with the pork chops and the meal. All in all my friends made me a fan of their food! Don't sleep like I did!

Jess U.

I live 40 minutes from Gateway Kitchen, but still make the drive at least once a month because I am always craving their HK style pork chop. The price is unbeatable for silogs and everything is absolutely delicious! I get a HK pork chop plate with a side of tocino and it is enough food for two meals. The garlic rice and egg are great as well. Please do yourself a favor and check this place out if you are craving a silog (:

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Unbelievable low prices, large size serving, good quality food. Selection is good as well

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Amazing food and even better prices!!!!! I always come here with my family every time we're in town and the owners are super sweet!!

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Good Filipino breakfast. I always get Tapa or the pork chop with extra garlic on my rice. Cheap and yummy

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Ask the Community - Gateway Kitchen

Been here twice and it's been closed. Any one know what's going on?

Are they still open been trying for 2 weeks?

Is this place permanently closed?

They are open I just got some great food from them 2 days ago ❤️❤️❤️

Are they still open? I been calling everyday and no pick up.

Yes they are open. The lines are long which is probably why they don't pick up. Call in when they open to place a phone order.

Have they closed down? Went last week and closed and just went this morning as well. No note or anything but closed sign is up. Thanks!

I just went today and they're still closed up. No sign still

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4.4(197 reviews)
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Finally made it to the area. Arrived a little past 6pm on Saturday and there's a line of people…read morewaiting for their order. Looks like there's more people who come here for food than to get gas! Russ Fam Kitchen is built inside of a tiny liquor store. There were 3 people running the entire place and the orders don't stop coming. Next time I'll have to order online to get $10 off $30! Beware there is a 3% surcharge for using your credit card. I wanted the empanadas but they were all out so we went with the birria tacos 4 for $20. I was able to get my order right away without any wait and there are a couple of metal tables outside for a quick bite. At $5 per tacos, I the price feels a little expensive. But the flavors were great and the beef was super tender. The dip was tasty and there was plenty to take home. One order of 4 was just a snack and I could've easily had 2 orders of 8 but then we'd be looking at nearly $50 for just tacos. Yikes. I'll have to remember to come back some day to try the fried empanada. There are a few parking spaces you can pull into if you're lucky or you can look for neighborhood parking.

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Full disclosure, buffets are not normally my thing; however, Ling Nam's breakfast/brunch presented…read morea very pleasant surprise! They had a wide variety of dishes, ranging from traditional Filipino breakfast staples (longanisa, tapas, garlic rice, etc) and some excellent entrees (bopia, laing, adobo, kaldereta, etc.) Their deep fried offerings (bangus, fried chicken, fish/shrimp, etc) stood out. They REALLY know how to fry food. Their flan was also exceptionally good, a touch too sweet but texturally some of the best I've had. The feel of the place is homey and warm. We caught the after church crowd so it was very lively. If you have a hankering for Filipino food, give it a try!

$22.75 w.tax AYCE Sunday Buffet. If you're coming here for the food, you're in the right place. If…read moreyou're looking for polished decor, fancy furnishings, or a place to dress to impress... this probably isn't that place. The space has a very lived-in, old-school feel, with furnishings that are more functional than fashionable. And the loo? There's only one, and it's akin to the restaurant. My rating is about the food and flavors, and there were some seriously delicious things coming out of that kitchen! The Hits Pork Tocino -- Sweet cured pork slices marinated with sugar and garlic. Bright red, tender, flavorful, and fantastic. I went back for several rounds of this. Pork Belly Lechon -- Mouthwatering. For anyone unfamiliar, this is pork belly rolled into a log and roasted until the skin becomes shatteringly crisp and bubbly while the meat stays incredibly tender and juicy. The is seasoned with salt, pepper, garlic, and aromatic herbs. The crackling skin was the real prize. It was at its best right when a fresh plate came out of the kitchen. But you had to be fast because, people swarmed the platter and grabbed every crispy piece they could. But SOOO good. I had to be physically restrained from going back for more. Beef Tapa -- Thinly sliced, marinated beef that's savory, slightly sweet, and tangy. Fantastic. Another dish I went back for multiple times. Ginataang Sitaw Kalabasa-- Creamy, savory, and slightly sweet from the squash. The coconut milk-based sauce was velvety and coated the tender chunks of pumpkin squash and green beans beautifully. The squash was bright orange, soft and almost melting in texture. There were also tiny shrimp in the dish, mostly there to add flavor rather than substance. Very good. Garlic & Steamed Rice -- Delicious. Exactly what you want alongside all the above. Mixed Fruit -- Pineapple, grapes, cantaloupe, and watermelon. Everything was ripe, juicy, and sweet. Maximum fruit flavor achieved. The Middle Ground Lumpia Shanghai -- The filling was fine, but the lumpia was more doughy and wasn't particularly crunchy. I tried it once and moved on. Pancit -- Filipino stir-fried noodles with vegetables and shrimp. The batch I had tasted strangely fishy, so I didn't go back for another serving. That said, my dining partner really enjoyed it, so this may have been a batch-specific thing. Not For Me Scrambled Eggs -- I passed on these altogether. These just didn't have an appetizing appearance. Parmesan Cheese Baked Fish -- Not something I wanted to finish. Buttered Garlic Shrimp -- The heads and shells are still on, so you're peeling your own shrimp. I'm perfectly fine with that, but the meat had a softer texture that struck me as more farm-raised, and it just didn't jive with me. One and done. Bottom Line Would I come here expecting an upscale dining experience? Absolutely not. Would I come back for pork tocino, lechon, beef tapa, ginataang sitaw kalabasa, rice, and those ridiculously sweet fruits? Absolutely. For $20 AYCE, there was enough genuinely delicious food here to make the experience worthwhile. And what a great value!!! We arrived at 9 and it was half full. No problem getting our table or food. As for the appearance, don't judge a book by it's cover. If you're a person who cares more about flavor than furnishings, there's plenty here to get excited about.

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