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    Gold Rush Grille

    4.0 (81 reviews)
    InexpensiveSandwiches, American
    Closed 7:00 am - 2:30 pm

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    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Dogs allowed
    Good for groups

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    Marcel M.

    For state employees I'm not sure if there's a better deal downtown. Getting a full meal for about $10 is unheard of. The service is fast and friendly and the value is incredible. The food is pretty standard, nothing to brag about, but you'll leave full for cheap. Tons of seating with nice views of downtown out of the big glass windows. It's definitely in the lunch rotation Food: 3.5/5 Service: 4/5 Ambiance: 3.5/5 Marcel's foodie score: 3.7/5

    Styrofoam...really?
    Melody R.

    I have been here a few for breakfast and lunch. I have to say, it's one of the best deals in downtown if you feel comfortable going by a security check and being surrounded by state workers go for it I know I do.

    Jacob T.

    Overall: 3.8/5 Food: 4/5 Cleanliness: 3.5/5 Customer Service: 4/5 I got the breakfast scramble. Comes with 3 eggs, and I got all 4 meats: Chorizo, Sausage, Bacon and Ham, plus it comes with a Hash Brown and for $7.60! Hard to find any breakfast for that price. Now keep in mind, this is a cafeteria in the Secretary of State building, so do not expect top of the line restaurant quality. But for an affordable and good food option downtown, you cannot be mad at this place! Solid place to eat downtown!

    Tri-tip sandwich. Comes with a side. (I chose Mac and cheese)
    Diep N.

    This place has been one of my favorite places to get lunch! When you walk in, it looks like a cafeteria but don't let that fool you because the food is SO good at such a great price. You can easily be full with less than $10. On days I just want a snack I get their soups of the day for $4. There is also a ton of seats if you want to sit down and enjoy your lunch. You do have to go up to the second floor to get to the restaurant and the security guard check badges. I am not a state employee but I work around the area and I've never had an issue getting to the restaurant. As long as you're wearing a badge they'll let you in.

    Cobb salad
    Ms. Krystall M.

    So I usually go to LaBou when at work but decided to stop here for lunch as people have been bragging about the cafe. I went inside the building and noted it's secure. Must show security your state badge for access and if not a state employee you can sign the visitor log. Walked into the cafe and was a bit lost lol. I looked at the menu to find something to eat. I learned the salads are in the refrigerator and are fresh. Cash registers are in the middle toward the exit area. Staff were friendly and guided me because I was confused lol. My salad was sooo affordable and way cheaper than LaBou. I went back to my building to eat but you can eat in the cafeteria. When I ate my salad, I was sooo impressed by the freshness of everything and was full. I'm definitely coming back when in the office and bringing my peers with me. Can't wait to come back.

    Jing L.

    This is a hidden gem for state workers looking for reasonably priced food. Just walk into the Secretary of State building and let security you want to go to the grille upstairs. They will ask to check your badge before letting you in. They serve both breakfast and lunch depending on the time you go. I have only tried their breakfast so far. I got the 3 meat (bacon, ham, and sausage) scramble with an extra hash brown for under $9. Definitely can't beat that especially these days.

    Philly cheese steak with fries
    Sandra R.

    So my coworker told me to try this place as it was good food and reasonably priced. It is so good! I try and order different things every time but my favorite has been the Philly cheese steak! loaded with meat and cheese! soooo good! they also offer a daily special which I haven't tried but I'm sad I didn't the day they offered meatloaf and mashed potatoes. they also have premade salads and they're loaded with fresh ingredients. I highly recommend eating here and they also have a lot of seating.

    Egg white omelette with bacon, sausages, and a hasbrown
    Susanna P.

    I absolutely love coming here for breakfast! It's inside the Secretary of State building. All you need is a state employee badge or photo ID to enter. The Gold Rush Grille is located on the 2nd floor. First you order. Then you pay. I love coming here for the breakfast. Their portions are huge and they have great pricing! I normally get their 2 egg white with mushrooms, spinach, and onions with a side of hash browns or add on bacon and sausage for about $.69 each slice. They have a lot of other items and specials too, I've seen my coworker bring back a HUGE breakfast burrito once for $6 or $7. I've also tried their patty melt and fries.. not the best but was decent. Definitely affordable cafeteria food. The workers are also nice and quick too. There is also a lot of indoor seating here and I've notice it's not ever that busy around 1pm. The seats by the window are always the best!

    Shannen C.

    This is a cafeteria in a State Building, you will need your State work badge to get into the building. The security guards do check your badge as you enter. Overall, this is a solid lunch cafeteria that has your basic breakfast and lunch items. So far I tried the BLAT (Bacon, Lettuce, Avocado and Tomato sandwich) and the Cobb salad. Both made well and the most importantly it was fairly cheap. Most lunch items were around $6-$7 for a full size meal..now that's what I call a deal! Tip: Come before noon if you want to beat the lunch crowd (depending on the day of course)..some days the line can get long. It's only a couple of cooks making the food so it can be a wait depending how long your lunch hour is.

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    stopped in on a wednesday morning and got a breakfast sandwich to go. eggs were fluffy and the bacon was crispy

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    Always clean. Friendly staff. Great place to grab a quick bite for any appetite. Dine in or to go.

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    Fantastic and affordable diner style food and very friendly staff. Old school goodness.

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    Great food at a great price! Also the staff are very nice and they got lots of dishes to choose from.

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    Good lunch place if you can get in soup, salads, sandwiches and specials. Just noticed they have a breakfast menu. To be continued.

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