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    Gaters Restaurant

    3.7 (1.2k reviews)
    Open 10:00 am - 12:00 AM (Next day)
    Updated over 3 months ago

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    GATERS RESTAURANT ATMOSPHERE

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    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Outdoor seating
    Good for kids

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    The Two Meat Combination Platter
    Pearl G.

    By far my Favorite ... Amazing services!.. Very Friendly... the food is seasoned just righ

    Chicken Garlic Wrap

    We drove from Half Moon Bay to eat here, by far the best Mediterranean food we have eaten. The flavors are authentic, the service is amazing and the staff is very friendly. Outdoor seating and dog friendly. Great ambience. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED IF YOU WANT THE OG FLAVORS!!

    Chicken Wrap.
    Daniel M.

    Delicious food and good portions for decent prices. We received our food quickly as well. Small establishment with plenty of parking. Would definitely recommend if you're in the mood for Mediterranean cuisine.

    Kebab 2 meat combo
    Rebecca S.

    I ordered a kebab combo and this is what I got. To me-these are not kebab and I'm a bit disappointed. However the food tastes okay and great value for the price ($17.99).

    Wade Y.

    My favorite local gyro spot on Fremont! The steak gyro is amazing every time I've come here and give you a great portion of meet. The chef is a great guy and makes good conversation.

    Chicken Platter
    Sahar R.

    If you grew up in Fremont or are familiar with the area, then you definitely know Gaters. They are the definition of a hole in the wall with amazing staff and food. I love to go here when I don't have much time/energy to cook at home but I want something filling and nutritious. This regular sized plate is only 14.99 which is insane to me. Most kebab places/mediterranean spots are starting at $25+ these days so this is 10/10 in my books always. The staff is always very friendly, they're open late, and just about everything on the menu is delicious. One of my go to spots since I was in high school!

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    Jeffrey C.

    Ok I read reviews I saw some bad ones and good ones had to try it myself and give my own personal review. mediterranean food is a plus tired of eating Chinese food and McDonald's. Ann was the person that took the order and I forgot the chef's name but talking friendly great vibe. So for the location it's a small little spot has a few tables and chairs. It will be nice when they remodeled the place and make it look upto date cause the food was pretty good. so we ordered the lamb Gyro french fries kefta kebab plate don't forget to ask for the white sauce and the hot sauce on the side which my wife likes. My Son was going crazy with the lamb Gyro we split it of course it was all gone french fries all gone of course they have ketchup. Not bad my wife's kefta kabob meats was fresh and seasoned properly. Yes I ate her food too. All gone salad was good. Came with with a circle bread you could say it might be pita if correct me if that was wrong and hummus and of course my wife ordered two baklava you have to get that of course that was good. I'll be back to try something else I have a big taste buds I'm a plumber and I go to alot of restaurants I'm writing this 6 hours after eating there and I'm still full with no stomach issues. 5 stars for me because the food was perfect for me and my family.

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    6 months ago

    Lovely food and great service! Really loved eating here with everyone, Lawrence makes the best kefta.

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    6 months ago

    The food was excellent and it was the best kufta I have tasted in a long time. Thank you Lawerence!!!

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    2 years ago

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    7 months ago

    we always go here since they were located in Newpark Mall..Their staff is always friendly..Good Food..and Fast Service

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    2 years ago

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    Maha K.

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    11 months ago

    Their service is really fast and their food is very good. The ambiance is also nice as I can see them cooking the food.

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    10 months ago

    Amazing food, nice people, good vibes... definitely plan on coming here again! Recommend the steak wrap

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    6 months ago

    generous portions and better than nick the greek :D the combo plate and the gyro was delectable :3

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    3 years ago

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    1 year ago

    Food was excellent and reasonably priced. Staff was very helpful and friendly as well. Restaurant had that authentic family owned feel.

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    1 year ago

    Got the garlic chicken Anne tried the steak gyro. Incredible food will come again. Diet is over

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    1 year ago

    Nice little shop. Very tasting and great customer services. Also was perfect for me during Ramadan. Will definitely be back for a 3rd time

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    1 year ago

    Excellent food and service by Lorans (especially the lamb plate). Highly recommend if you're in the Fremont area!

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    2 years ago

    aziz served us super well, and was really kind. this was my first time here and the food tasted really good! I will def come back!

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