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    Gateway Restaurant & Lodge

    3.3 (1k reviews)
    Open 8:00 am - 9:00 pm

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    GATEWAY RESTAURANT & LODGE ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Good for kids
    Outdoor seating
    Good for groups

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    View from outside deck
    Carrie S.

    Great place to stop after leaving Sequoia National Park. We sat on the outside patio and the views are gorgeous. We didn't have a reservation since we decided to stop in while driving by but they did ask and said we should make them next time. The service was great. Very quick and friendly. I had the eggplant parm with veggies and twice baked stuffed potato. The eggplant was really good. I was thrilled to see it wasn't breaded. It was cooked really well. Not mushy at all. I enjoyed the twice baked potato. I don't see them on menus very often. The escargot appetizer was ok. It lacked flavor.

    Brenda J.

    The place is gorgeous, they have plenty of seating near the river. The food is good, I had the lamb it was cooked to perfection, that meal also came with a nice crunchy salad. The service was great, they have a nice little parking lot too.

    Caesar Salad with shrimp.
    Dathan P.

    Reservations recommended; however, for lunch the restaurant was not busy and we were sat right away. Chose to sit outside to enjoy the river view. Service was quick. Everyone was friendly. Ordered jalapeño poppers and mozzarella sticks for an appetizer. Caesar salad with shrimp was excellent. Quality and taste were perfect. A definite must stop before entering Sequoia National Park!

    Vivian C.

    We stopped here to charge our car since they have two charging stations, and were pleasantly surprised by how beautiful this place is. The creek view is stunning, and the restaurant is cozy and welcoming. You can dine while enjoying the scenery, and they also offer Wi-Fi. We ended up getting takeout so we could save time and explore Sequoia National Park. It was great to charge the car and enjoy a delicious lunch before entering the park. The staff were very friendly and patient in explaining the menu. Highly recommend stopping by!

    Jessica J.

    Great place next to Sequoia National Park. It's right outside the gate of Sequoia National Park. The restaurant is so cool, it is next to a lake. There are even ducks down by the lake. We ordered Baked Brie $20. It was ok. The Baked Brie was good. Soft cheese with a crispy almond crust. The jam was really good too. But the bread was just plain bread. Nothing special. Sequoia Burger $23 was good. It didn't look at good, cuz the bun and lettuce wasn't put together, but it was good. The fries were not salty and were actually perfectly crispy on the outside and soft on the inside. Definitely a place to stop by before you go in Sequoia or after. Limited parking spaces.

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    Heather B.

    Literal perfection - this tucked-away gem is a MUST VISIT if you're in the Sequoia area! The crab cakes were truly exceptional - delicious, clearly fresh, and great flavor. Best French dip I've ever had (and I've had many) - perfectly seasoned au jus, tender meat, PERFECT bread. The homemade chips were AMAZING - crispy, perfectly salted, clearly made with love. Even the house made fries were incredible. My husband's burger was also phenomenal - juicy, well-seasoned, quality beef you can taste. Basically, everything we tried was outstanding. Gateway delivered on every single dish. Service was top-notch as well. Everyone we encountered was friendly, on-the-ball, orders up in a timely manner. That was just a cherry on the top though because the food and views were the main attraction. Speaking of the views - wow!! The trees, the river, the bridge, the sunset, the patio overlooking the babbling brook, the scenery truly steals the show. Was this heaven? It really gave me a sense of serenity, joy, and peace just to take it all in. We're definitely going to stay at the lodge the next time we're in the area as well. So don't let the modest exterior fool you - this place is a DIVINE dining experience hiding in plain sight. If you're heading to the Three Rivers area, definitely stop in. You'll thank yourself later!

    Alma P.

    We really enjoyed our time there again. This time we sat outside with you could hear the water from the waterfall. The food it's always on point. My husband got al the club sandwich, my aunt the half sandwich with soup. Turkey sandwich and clam chowder. I got my usual which I really enjoyed very much. The vegetarian sandwich with fries. They add the pickle. So good. It's a great place to eat before or after the visit of the sequoias. Highly recommended. Service was good.

    Christine W.

    Nice restaurant given there aren't a lot of options. Def here for the views as the views are amazing. There are options to sit outside or inside. There are heat lamps available.

    Kobe Beef burger
    Diego B.

    This my first time dinning here and let me tell you it was amazing. We arrived without a reservation and the staff were amazing. They let us know there was a large amount of people ahead of us but if we waited at the bar they would try and accommodate our large party of 8. They sure did! We had drinks at the very well stocked bar and in 15-20 minutes they had a table for us in the banquet room. We had the entire banquet room to ourselves which was very nice. The food was delicious and prices were fair. We asked about seating outside by the river and all our questions were answered. If you want a table by the river call ahead and make a reservation. But we will definitely be returning to this place. It is a little hidden treasure that is super close to Sequoia National Park. Definitely come and check them out, you will not be disappointed!

    River view dining, with asmr while you eat
    Lena D.

    This place has everything to recharge after climbing Moro rock. The view is everything. While you dine and enjoy a wonderful cocktail the wildlife will entertain you. Great service.

    River view.
    Alberto D.

    Enjoyed our time here, we came for both Breakfast and Dinner; the food was delicious, coffee was perfect, and service was excellent.

    Gateway Veggie Pizza
    Kristin M.

    as i walked in this place, my first impression was the cozy ambiance and scenic view of the river. however, my praise for this place just about stops there... many of the front employees looked frazzled and confused of what to do. the employee at the bar (who i can only assume to be their manager?) kept asking them questions to see if they had room for my group and neither of them knew how to answer. eventually we got seated by a different host; we had to wait for a bit but i didn't mind. i'm not sure if it was just bad timing on our part or a bigger, more consistent issue. either way, once we got sat outside the service improved, so i appreciate that for the food, it was just alright and honestly costly for how it tastes. i split the vegetable pizza with a friend and it was fine. others got the blt with soup and it looked like a really small portion. my friend said ants were on the bread that came with his escargot. he, for some reason, decided not to tell anyone including us, so i don't know any more about this. i would say skip if you are coming back from sequoia and are looking for somewhere to fill up.

    Three Rivers Traditional Breakfast
    Alan P.

    Thankful, w/ reservations for 5 at 9am on a Friday in July. Attentive service the minute we arrived. Couple minute wait for a table (outdoor patio N/A due to influx of "meat" bees.) Beautiful view overlooking the Kaweah River, from inside as well. Our guests from Italy raved about the pancakes, hash browns, and CHICKEN FRIED STEAK. Fantastic breakfast for everyone with the "Traditional Three Rivers Breakfast", "Peacock Omelette" & crispy bacon hitting the mark. Service is 5 star with water glasses filled quickly and the kitchen staff pushed out perfectly timed hot meals. YUM!

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    Ask the Community - Gateway Restaurant & Lodge

    Do we have to call ahead for reservations to be seated by the river?

    Yes

    How many ev charger do you have?

    There are 2 EV chargers

    Can you bring dogs?

    Yes in the outside areas

    Can I charge my Tesla if I stop by for lunch?

    Yes

    Any vegan friendly food options lunch and especially dinner?

    I am not vegan, so I didn't pay attention to any options of that nature. I do know however, they customized one of my vegetables request, so, I'm sure they can create your vegan diet request!!

    Is making a reservation for the restaurant a must?

    While making a reservation for dinner is not required, I will note that on holidays and during the high tourist season (May- October) I would definitely do so to ensure you get a table. The Gateway is a favorite place to celebrate special occasions… Read more

    Have you found that this place holds "Customer Service to the Highest Standards"? Yes, or No Please

    No

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    My favorite dive bar in Visalia. It always has people in it and the feel is like Cheers. The…read morebartenders are nice with good service and the drinks are cheap. The area is kind of shady, but I've never had an issue.

    A dive bar if I've ever seen one. A small hole in the wall place that you can easily pass by if…read moreyou don't know what your looking for. It's a small brown building with a small parking lot next to it. It's nice though that its open at 0630 so that the nightshift hospital staff can come here and decompress or send me off on my last day. First thing you notice about this place is the smell of urine from the bathrooms. You get use to it after a bit. As well as the "regulars" hanging out at the bar area. It's extremely small. Area for a pool table, some tables at the far end by the bathrooms, and a long bar counter. At least the tvs are nice and clear and big to watch games or sports as need be. There was a good 18 of us here. Prices are rediculously cheap. I'm glad they understand it's a dive bar and should thus be dive bar prices. A michelada was $4. A mimosa was $5. Bag of chips was $1. They have these sour candy shots for $4. The sour candy shots were really good. Michelada was simple. Bloody Mary mix with beer. But they were well made. I also had a crown royal apple with redbull that was really good. I don't remember how many drinks we went thru but it did the job and we were all feeling good. Customer service is good. Dude working behind the bar worked fast. I hear this place is pretty good when the sun is up, but has a pretty rough reputation at night with lots of shady people coming in at night. I definitely wouldn't come in here by my self even in the day time. But with a large group it's pretty cool. Nice and cheap. If you don't mind the urine smell and dilapidated look.

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