Great place. Very good traditional breakfast of eggs, bacon, potatoes and toast. The potatoes were crisp and not greasy, a true indicator of a good kitchen. Bacon also perfect. You are given a vibrating alarm to take to your seat after ordering at the window. I loved sitting outside in this beautifully landscaped bit of wonderful in the middle of an industrial zone. Highly recommend read more

Golden Gate Bistro - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Richmond, California

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Food was great. Lot of variety of brunch items to choose from. It's by the railroad tracks, but it feels like you've walked into someone's well-tended patio garden when you walk in. Parking can be a bit tricky as they don't have their own parking lot, so street parking only. Majority of seating is outdoors but shaded. They really put a lot of time and dedication to the ambiance. They do have a small parklet area if you want some more shelter. It's fast casual, so order at the window and they'll give you a buzzer that'll go off when your order is ready. I had the breakfast sandwich entree. As you can see, portion sizes are generous and the food did not disappoint! Breakfast sandwich was lightly toasted and the potatoes were well-seasoned. Customer service was a bit lacking. Had to go back to the window a couple of times to ask for stuff and felt bad having to bother them every time. Aside from that, great spot with plenty of seating for a brunch/lunch date. read more

Golden Gate Bistro - Breakfast Sandwich - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Richmond, California

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Golden Gate Bistro has been in business for 100 years. They have window service so there isn't a lot of contact with staff. The seating is outside. They have heaters which help keep the area comfortable. I had the green chiliquilles. The meat, creme and toppings were nicely distributed. It had the right amount of spices. I would give it a 5. My daughter had the eggs Benedict and gave it a 3. My husband had the fried chicken sandwich wth fries. The chicken was crispy and moist. The slaw was good. It was well seasoned. The fries were excellent, crispy. He rated it a 4. This was our second visit. We would go back again. read more

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We happened to be just down the road working and stopped in for lunch today.! Very cute ambience.! I ordered a fried chicken sandwich that was to die for.! Wish there was a spicy option, that would have taken it to a 12/10.! My boyfriend had a BLT omelet and enjoyed that. Would def go again.! read more

Golden Gate Bistro - Beautiful flowers everywhere.! - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Richmond, California

The service was was good and didn't take too long. My breakfast burrito was pretty good. I wish they would've put a little more sausage in it. The flavors would've been little bit better, but overall it was great and I was excessively full. read more

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Extremely Disappointed -- Terrible Food & Worse Customer Service I've been coming here for months and have even brought family and friends because I genuinely wanted to support this business. But the past few visits, our orders have constantly been always mess ups, and today was honestly the last straw. How do you serve food looking like this and think it's acceptable? The quality was awful, the presentation was sloppy, and the whole meal was disappointing. When I asked for my order to be remade, they said "okay" and told me I could keep the food. So naturally, I waited assuming an entirely new order was being made... only for them to bring out ONE pancake. Seriously? What kind of customer service is that? It's frustrating because I've continuously supported this place and recommended it to others, just to be treated like this. Instead of properly accommodating a loyal customer, they handled the situation carelessly and made it seem like my complaint didn't matter at all. At this point, I honestly wouldn't recommend coming here. The service has gone downhill, the orders are constantly wrong, and management clearly doesn't care about fixing issues the right way. Completely ridiculous. Look at the before picture once I first started compared to now... like come now... absurd! Literally could've went to Denny's... smh! read more

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I met four lady friends here for lunch on Saturday. None of us had ever been. Sure enough there was live music. I enjoyed the music although I was glad to be seated at a table outside towards the back, far enough away from the musicians that we could easily talk and hear each other. The garden setting was very nice. You wouldn't know that all around is industrial. The food was fantastic with a huge variety on the menu! Everyone spoke highly about their food and the drinks (watermelon lemonade, Arnold Palmer, iced tea). Will definitely be back with my husband and other friends. read more

I admit that I'm VERY behind on leaving this review. I've been goin to Golden Gate Bistro for years, and even had them cater an event. Everything there is amazing! Soups are made in house, but some of the best sellers include the fried chicken sandwhich, fish tacos, and Philly cheesesteak. Everything hits hard. Nothing disappoints. read more

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Stopped by for the first time and i was pleasantly surprised. The menu is impressive and I will definitely be back to try more items. great place, nice ambience and great food. read more

Golden Gate Bistro - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Richmond, California

This review is for the short rib gnocchi which I've had twice here. The second time that I've ordered it, there was a large pool of oil and almost everything was submerged in the oil. The flavor is okay but I personally don't prefer arugula paired like this with the beef and gnocchi. I ordered this for pickup and the gnocchi became soggy after 30 minutes. They do give you a good amount of beef for the value of $23. I've also had their Seafood Diablo pasta before and that had a decent amount of seafood and was okay as well but that was over a year ago. read more

Golden Gate Bistro - Short Rib Gnocchi - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Richmond, California

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Found this little gem after doing glass blowing nearby. What a find. On a sunny but cool day we sat outside, ate, and listened to a live cover band. There was a wide variety of items available. We split Brussels sprouts. A few were under cooked but the flavor was great. I had a crab Louie. It was pricey at $26. And could have used more crab but it was tasty. My friend had a beet salad which was also phenomenal. If I am ever in the area I would definitely eat here again. read more

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We love the setting outdoors, romantically desolate, chicken waffles, espresso drinks.

What a great accidental find. We were going to Curious Flora (formerly Annie's Annuals) and wanted to grab breakfast. We made a selection but arrived to find we were too early so revered back to Yelp for another selection nearby which led us to Golden Gate Bistro much to our delight! The food was great, the live music was a treat but the vibe was even better. What a friendly environment, full of what I assume were regulars, offering menu tips, enjoying the live entertainment and just enjoying life. We will definitely go back (and we live in Martinez)!! It's in the middle of industrial Richmond, I even thought we had made the wrong turn somewhere! Go have an adventure and plan to stay for awhile enjoying the experience! read more

Golden Gate Bistro - Live music with brunch! - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Richmond, California

Really cute ambiance with the flowers and vines. Even the outdoor tables had fresh flower center pieces. I came here on a lunch break so I didn't totally get to order what I wanted but opted for something I thought would be quick- a blt (add onions) and fries and an Arnold Palmer. Pretty good! I would come here if I'm in the area again Just beware of limited parking. It's in a very industrial location. read more

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Every time I come back to the Bistro, their menu has expanded. The options are all mouth watering and the most inconvenient part of the experience is making a decision of what to eat. We had Garlic Knots, the roast beet salad, Short Rib Gnocchi and the Seafood Pasta Diablo. As always, it was all amazingly good. The salad was colorful and had plenty of roasted beets and avocado. The Gnocchi had a rich brown gravy and several nice slices of beef rib. The knots were a great addition to the meal, crunchy with a fun tomato dipping sauce. The pasta, though, was over the top with mussels, prawns and fish, it was the best. Craving for this dish would keep you up at night. The counter service is always friendly and I have never had a mistake with an order here. It was a rainy day, but they have an enclosure which keeps you warm while enjoying your meal. Beat Hole in the Wall ever, tucked away in an industrial area of Richmond. Totally worth the hunt. read more

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The food was honestly better than expected. I had the crab cakes Benedict & it was a solid 8/10 . They could use more choices for hot sauce though and the Music though fine could have been turned down a notch I found myself yelling to be heard read more

I highly recommend making Golden Gate Bistro one of, if not the next, place you go to have a nice meal. We would never have known this place existing if not for some in-the-know friends; and I've grown up in this city. Golden Gate Bistro is tucked away in a quiet, industrial part of town. We enjoyed it so much, we've gone back twice for date afternoon. The food we've had so far is delicious. But that isn't only what makes this a treat. The seating fits all environments. There is open air seating if you like some sun, but also semi-covered and fully-covered seating if the sun is too much or the cold is too much or it is raining or...... And live music! It may or may not be your taste but it is hard to ignore live raw talent. Loud enough to enjoy but not so loud that you can't choose the right seats and still be able to conversate. The menu is very varied and I suspect there isn't a loser present. So give Golden Gate Bistro a shot, you'll be happy. See ya there cause we'll be back too. read more

My daughter ordered the eggs Benedict and it was delicious. I have to say it was the best hollendaise sauce I have ever had. I ordered a side of it with my quinoa grilled veggie bowl, which was also delicious! read more

I love the open seating and ordering up front, keeps the vibes very casual! There's a big selection of food, but I tried the crab toast (it was so good I could have eaten 2 orders). Came out in a timely manner. Definitely worth the visit :) read more

Golden Gate Bistro - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Richmond, California

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Decent pit stop for coffee and some brunch items! They have outside patio seating. A purchase here gives you entry to the Columbia employee priced store which was my main reason for coming. Smooth process. read more

First time visiting this establishment. Service was friendly. You order at window , receive a buzzer when order is ready. There is plenty of umbrellas outside and an area with covered patio. Music is very zen. Food taste great and good portion size . Will come back read more

Golden Gate Bistro is a good place to have to have a great meal while being tucked away. During my most recent visit I celebrated a friend's birthday with some brunch on a Sunday morning. The outdoor seating areas were almost full and a live band played music in the background. Ordering was quick and easy. I ordered the Loaded Breakfast Potatoes (breakfast potatoes topped with ranchero sauce, cheddar cheese, scrambled eggs, avocado, sour cream and cilantro $16) I also added jalapeños to the potatoes, Strawberry French toast ($13), fresh squeezed orange juice ($7), and a 16oz hot chocolate ($3). My friend ordered the French toast combo with chicken apple sausage, two scrambled eggs and home potatoes ($21) and a fresh squeezed orange juice. I really enjoyed the Loaded potatoes! There was so much flavor in each bite. I usually get the French Toast combo which is always good, but I'm glad I tried something new because it was delicious. The fresh squeezed orange juice didn't have much flavor, but that's no Thor fault. My fried enjoyed their French toast combo as well. This was their first time at Golden Gate Bistro and they said they would come back. I will definitely be visiting again and bringing as many first time customers as I can. read more

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I drive past GG Bistro regularly whether heading to catch the ferry into the City or on a leisurely bike ride. Today, it was a beautiful winter day, warm and sunny, that got me outside. After bike riding for a couple of hours, I was a little hungry. The bistro was moderately busy, lots of people soaking up the sunshine. I ordered the beet salad figuring it would not feel like a lump in my belly when I rode back home. My beeper went off pretty quickly, my order did not take long at all. The salad was perfect - lots of beets and avocado on a bed of rocket lettuce, pearls of goat cheese and pumpkin seeds dressed in a light citrus dressing. I sat at a small table beside my bike, eating and taking in the industrial atmosphere of the neighborhood. The trees and vines have grown and matured since they first opened. One is the olive trees has been allowed to spread it's branches with minimal pruning and had a couple of bird feeders hanging on the branches, while others have taken on a topiary look, pruned into a spherical shape. The potted plants look nice and soften the edges of concrete. Great spot overall for a casual lunch! read more

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Still love this place for its outdoor location and food (plus the Columbia store voucher). Watermelon salad was freshly made and hit the spot on a hot summer day when I wanted to sit outside and enjoy the sunshine while my kiddos are in camp. Arnold Palmer was refreshing and I like the variety of their menu. There is something for everyone. Service was friendly and quick. read more

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Buddy Day began here this morning. The outdoor seating was perfect. The breakfast sandwich hit the spot. The home fries were not just a plate filler, they were crunchy and tasty. What a hidden gem! read more

Golden Gate Bistro - Breakfast Sandwich - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Richmond, California

The food is absolutely delicious, especially the breakfasts. We always enjoy ordering breakfast here. Highly recommend!

Nice seating, a lot of food options, brunch is pretty good and they have live music some weekends.

This place is a true hidden gem. My friends and I stumbled upon it via Yelp after a long hike in the nearby Wildcat Canyon Regional Park. The location is right off the highway. Parking is easy. I love the mostly outdoor seating (though there was some covered seating on the side of the building). And they had live music midday on Sunday! What a nice surprise. We all truly struggled with what to order among dozens of delicious sounding menu items. In fact, I couldn't pick just one thing so I got the chilaquiles and a side order of pancakes. Both were great. I also ordered a watermelon mimosa, which was nice. I wish I lived closer because if I did, this would be a regular weekend brunch spot. Great place to catch up with friends, great for a family meal and I think they allow dogs outside. read more

Golden Gate Bistro - Hard to pick just one! - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Richmond, California

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I recently visited with a group of teachers during lunch time hour! The service was polite and fast. They had enough sitting for 20+ of us educators. We all enjoyed our food and were very content with service. I will come back on my own! read more

You order at the window and find a place to sit. Today there was a loud band and we had to dodge dogs and dancers to get to our table with trays in hand. Our order took forever. Hubby ordered crab Benedict and the eggs were overcooked. So disappointed we're taking most of them home for our animals. I ordered a side of poached eggs for my toast and they put my eggs on 2 English muffins and doused my eggs in hollandaise. What?! Then they crammed them on my husbands plate (shorting him on potatoes) so he had 4 over cooked eggs. They replaced mpoached eggs but the damage was done. Probably won't return.... read more

really cute place! food is yummy and service is quick. it's an order at the counter situation, and i think it's only outdoor seating. i feel like this is a perfect spot for brunch if u have a dog and a big friend group honestly. it's in a really industrial area so kind of easy to miss, but i would put this one in my regular breakfast rotation. 10am on a saturday and no line! read more

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Another successful brunch at this place. I had pancake combo this time and my wife had their Philly cheese steak sandwich Bothe were tasty. She opted to not have grilled onions or peppers, but I told her she should have just had it the way they make it then she could have decided for next time. No live band today which was fine. read more

Golden Gate Bistro - Pancake combo - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Richmond, California

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Wow. Found this place on Yelp and based on reviews decided to try lunch here. Way off the beaten path, but very busy. I got the crab luis salad for $26. It was fresh and very good. Even baby heirloom cherry tomatoes. Yum. Lots of outdoor seating and there was music entertainment too. read more

Absolutely worth checking out. Went here for my mom's birthday. Loved everything. Group of 12. read more

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My first time here and took my parents and daughter to enjoy a good Saturday morning breakfast. I have to say, it's a very cute spot hidden in Richmond. It has a very farmhouse, local, and homey vibe.. the front area has plenty of outdoor seating and decorated w succulents and plants. The service was quick through their order window and the portions were large. Definitely enough to keep you full, each of our orders were very flavorful and tasty. The home fries were super buttery and the bacon was very thick and crispy.. if you live in the area, you probably know about this place but if you're passing thru, come stop by and support this local bistro. THANK YOU Golden Gate Bistro! read more

Golden Gate Bistro - Outdoor front counter - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Richmond, California

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First time trying the Crab Louie and was pleasantly surprised. Everything I've had has been delicious. Great service and good vibes. read more

Golden Gate Bistro - Dungeness Crab Louie Salad - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Richmond, California

Pretty good. Cute spot with outdoor seating only... Sooo... great for a warm day. Chilly on a cold day. I feel like I wanted it to be better for how expensive it was. Everything about it looked really great but idk for some reason didn't hit like I wanted it to. Definitely was pretty good just not 5 star experience overall. We got the California Benedict and the French toast combo. You order at the counter and grab your food on a tray when it's ready. Pretty fast service. Busy. $50 for breakfast for two. read more

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Fun atmosphere, and often live music. I really enjoy the casual vibe, with picnic tables. Food is always great. The house potatoes they have with some breakfast/brunch items are sooooooo amazing. They're like crispy on the outside and fluffy on the inside. Yummmm read more

Golden Gate Bistro - Home Potatoes and corn beef hash - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Richmond, California

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I'm completely obsessed with the Zucchini bread, definitely a 10/10. I have never physically eaten or been to the location, Yet. I'm strictly DoorDash at the moment but whoever is responsible for baking the Zucchini bread, God bless you and your hands. I can taste Love in each slice. Now I'm ready for the whole loaf . No really, I'll be by soon to ask. My depression gets defeated with each bite read more

Food was okay 3.5 . And the drinks are okay too . Place was clean and the workers were nice too . My son didn't even eat his food which is weird because that boy can eat . read more

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