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    Gott's Roadside

    3.1 (1.2k reviews)
    Open 10:30 am - 9:00 pm

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    GOTT'S ROADSIDE ATMOSPHERE

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    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Outdoor seating
    Dogs allowed

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    Darci K.

    If you've been to Gott's in Napa, you know the nostalgia that is part of the experience. I think it's what many of us enjoy from this roadside burger stand. Gotts, has had the second location in the San Francisco area for a while, but it's generally not within the areas that I frequent until recently. Of course I was expecting what I'm used to by visiting the Napa location, and sadly this place, just doesn't hit the same way. Overall, it just felt like a very substandard experience. I ordered the California burger which is a behemoth of a burger, and definitely is for those of you out there that are starving. I normally would've ordered the western, but I was told they were out of some of the ingredients. The California burger is supposed to be made to order. So I was very specific about asking for medium rare, and what I got was well done. Just gross. On top of that I don't know if they burnt the seasoning off of it or if it just didn't have any at all because this was the most bland burger I've had in a hot minute. The arugula, the bacon. The egg, we're just OK. The bacon was also well done and I don't know if that's what they always serve or if they just ended up giving me the wrong order. It just wasn't really great. Two bites and I was done. I'm normally a Diet Coke with my burger, kind of girl, but I decided to try the chocolate shake. No dice they were out of whatever they needed to make a chocolate shake. At this point, I'm a little frustrated, but the girl at the counter told me to try the strawberry shake because it was really good. She was really wrong. It was drinkable, but definitely not fabulous. Strawberry shake 6.00 - not worth it California burger - must opportunity for a fabulous burger. 17.00 Would I go back? No, not really $30 for a mediocre food experience. Maybe if they've gotten my order right, or if they did get it right and this is now what they do with the burgers, I would definitely not want to go back. I'm not a fan of overcooked well done meat.

    Pinot noir & draft Pliny the Elder.
    Lucy L.

    3.5 stars. Burgers are ok. I recommend sticking with traditional beef burgers. We had the special, the soft shell crab burger/sandwich which was mediocre because there was not much of the crab and not much taste. The falafel salad was decently good. They have a wide variety of choices for different burgers but even more impressive is the draft beer & wine list. The line to order moves fast. Then pick up your food at the pick up counter area when your buzzer alerts you. Bus your own table. Minimal service. Good casual place.

    Texas burger and California burger
    Nick C.

    Gott's burgers are merely okay, I think. They're pricey, and despite the restaurant pumping out an inordinate amount of smoke into the Town & Country mall, the meat doesn't taste especially smoky. The buns are pretty thick and bready. The soft serve is also unremarkable. The setting is great, however. Sitting by the large windows and watching people go by is rather nice - it's always full of families, and therefore it has more vitality and less ennui than almost all other restaurants in Palo Alto. The big redwood tree that the entire building curves around is a very nice touch.

    Cheeseburger, Western Bacon Blue Ring, Garlic Fries, Sweet Potato Fries
    Nathan L.

    Gott's Roadside won me over. I've seen billboards, photos, t-shirts, and a bunch of other marketing, but we had never crossed paths until now. And I am very surprised this place has as low ratings as it does. Walking in, the smell of freshly cooked burgers was a stark contrast to the smell of fresh rain, but there were no complaints from us. The place was packed, and after ordering, immediately went into table hunting mode. Split up your party, cover more ground. Luckily, we were seated in the next five minutes. Burgers were good. Bit pricey, especially if just ordering a plain burger or cheeseburger. In-N-Out will hit the same spots at a third of the cost. However, the hot sauce, garlic fries, and coffee milkshake are definitely worth trying. In the end, this place left a good impression, maybe not necessarily due to the food, but due to the memories and experiences had here.

    Vietnamese Chicken Salad
    Vanessa G.

    Vibes: Casual, long picnic tables, bustling Crowd: Pretty busy at lunchtime but moves fast Menu: hamburgers and more- incl. ahi tuna options Value for price: 4/5 (small portions but decent prices) Service: quick Parking: very busy parking (T&C Village by Stanford) Sunday lunch at Gott's was a nice, casual experience. I came with a big group and they were accommodating of grouping our multiple orders. There's a lot of indoor/outdoor seating, water on tap, wine/beer/shakes for drinks. TVs everywhere. I tried the vietnamese chicken salad, which was not the largest portion but the flavors were good. It came with a vinaigrette which was tangy, and paired with lime juice, came out to a very fresh-tasting salad. The chicken was crispy and nicely cooked. I only give four stars because of the portion sizes were a bit small for the price point. Great place to come hang/watch a game with friends.

    Nichelle B.

    Came here for my annual Galentine's weekend with my friends and I was craving a burger. I had the GRUYÈRE & CARAMELIZED ONION BURGER with Gruyère cheese, caramelized onions & garlic mayo on a toarted egg bun. It was divine the melting of the cheese with the caramelized onions was mouthwatering, the fries were an additional price and didn't come with the burger. I had to get new fries since mine were cold. They got my order number wrong so I was waiting awhile, till I got up and checked my order. The place was busy for a Saturday. My friend got the Peanut Butter Chocolate Sundae and shared. I'm a peanut butter and chocolate lover and this was soo good.

    Love all this space and their giant menus!
    Kay O.

    This was my first time at this particular Gott's restaurant! I've been to the one up in Napa, as well as another one in Sonoma County and an open mall. I can't remember the exact location. This one is by far as huge as the Sonoma one!! As we arrived and noticed a handful of people sitting outside. My friend and I both thought they were from the restaurant so we tried to go in and order since the doors were open. So our surprise, the lady behind the counter, told us she wasn't open for another five minutes until 11 AM!. As we walked outside, we realized the people that were sick all had cups of coffee! Lol oops!! We waited 10 minutes outside just hanging out and then we ordered our lunch to go. We both wanted to get a Sunday since the advertisement looks so delicious. Plus it's organic ice cream, that means it's healthy! Lol As we order, the lady behind the counter seemed to rather annoyed. We didn't want the Sundays right away. At the same time we got takeout so we weren't going to be eating the food there and we didn't want the suns to melt. She printed out a receipt and told both of us to hold onto the receipt. Otherwise, she was not going to make us the Sunday. We smiled and took the receipt with us as we went to sprinkles to order some cupcakes. Goodness! The lady seemed like she really hated her job and she was not thrilled with the fact that I was overly enthusiastic about this chocolate sundae because the picture looks so delicious! I honestly think I pissed her off at 11 o'clock in the morning! Lol sorry, foodie problems when I get excited about food I guess I'm annoying to employees in regards to my enthusiasm?! Anyways, I was glad once I got my food and everything was set up perfectly and smelled delicious. My aunt and my niece loved the chicken tenders, as well as the impossible nuggets and the french fries as well as the chicken Parmesan sandwich! My aunt really loved the chocolate sundae she had never seen such a beautiful looking Sunday in a long time! She was very thrilled and said it tasted delicious!! We will definitely go back again, but definitely on a different weekend or evening so maybe in the morning shift Ladie will not be there. This also looks like a great place to watch a game since you're right down the street from Stanford university and they had 1 million TVs and a great looking bar! By the way, I'm only giving three stars because of the lady's terrible service. I would've definitely given five stars otherwise but she just made me feel unwelcome. Maybe she needs a hug? Or a raise? I don't know something!

    Chicken tenders
    Frank L.

    Gott's Roadside is one of those easy to chose restaurants when you have a group of friends that are indecisive. The menu here is vast and have options for everyone including the ones with dietary restrictions. Food ranges from burgers, salads, tacos, chicken tenders, soft serve ice cream and alcoholic beverages. The food isn't terrible but for a burger, fries, drink and tips you're looking around $25 to $30 per person. The prices are a bit high for me for an average cheeseburger that I can get anywhere else. There's no specialty house sauce or grilled onions. My favorite here so far is the chicken tender with the hot honey sauce. They do offer other fusion type burgers like their Kimchi burger for example. That's when you end up paying $20 just for the burger. I wish they incorporated some combo deals instead of charging everything al la carte. The parking here is a disaster especially over the weekends. There's also a lot of traffic going in and out of this center. A lot of that traffic is congested around Gott's because they're closer to the parking lot entrance.

    frose
    Carol L.

    On a hot day, this Frose really hit the spot. It does contain alcohol, and it's pink! What more do I need to say?

    Cheeseburger
    Summer C.

    I'm pretty surprised with the three star rating for Gott's roadside. Though I've ordered one item on the menu, I think Gott's has left a pretty good impression on me. I got the cheeseburger with the egg bun. Everything about the burger was pretty good. The vegetables tasted fresh and crisp, and the patty was perfectly cooked. However, the bun was really thick in my opinion. Bummed to say that the photo of the cheeseburger on the online menu/website looks nothing like the cheeseburger I got today. The proportions are pretty off, lol. In the photos, the patty is as big as, if not bigger than the bun. The cheeseburger I got, the bun covered the entire patty. You won't even see the meat unless you bite into it. So, I guess, you can say that the photos deceive. Also, it's understandable that 13 ish dollars is pretty pricey for only a cheeseburger, but the quality of it isn't all that bad. The place is really big with spacious seating, which is great for bigger parties!

    Jessica K.

    Gott's Roadside is a Bay Area staple for burgers and sides! I love how spacious this location is with ample indoor and outdoor seating. The employees have been attentive and friendly at every visit. I always stop by for lunch whenever I'm taking family and friends around the area, especially since they're located right across Stanford's campus. This time around, I tried their salad for the first time and loved it! I got their Vietnamese chicken salad and it was fresh and flavorful with lots of different textures. The portion is also huge! They also had seasonal specials so we ordered the fried green tomatoes, which were soooo yummy! Crispy and fresh out the fryer with a tangy dipping sauce. Love love loved this one, as well as the onion rings, which is my favorite side to get from Gott's. Always a great spot for some yummy lunch!

    Interior dining room
    Maribel M.

    Friday night group dinner - * Location: Town & County shopping center, park closer to Trader Joe's to save yourself from non-stop traffic jams. Be prepared for significant queues and crowds outdoors. * Service: Order at cashier, get a buzzer, collect food from Pick-Up station. We had to remind the cashier about the beer we ordered. * Food: Bf got burger, fries, beer, I ordered the Citrus & Avocado Chop salad. Bf enjoyed the beer, I couldn't more than a few bites of the salad - bland, flavorless (even with the light dressing; not a pinch of salt or pepper around to save the dish), cold dull chicken. With so many dining options on and just off of University Ave just a block away, there's no reason to ever stop here.

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    Is the food delivered to your table? My friend has a disability and can't do much walking

    No. They give you a number and you have to pick it up at the end of the counter .. there are seats near the counter so maybe pick that so you don't have to do much walking

    Are the beef burgers cooked at the same place as the bacon? Trying to find if this is a kosher friendly place. Thanks!

    Hi Jennifer, we are not kosher certified. Hope this helps!

    What brand or a quality of Chicken and turkey meat is used?organic? What Kinds of oils are used in sauces etc. and cooking? Thank you& What kind of delivery containers? PFAS free?

    The turkey is Diestel Ranch, which is local ranch in the Sierra foothills.

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    $$$$

    I celebrated my birthday here and had a truly wonderful dinner experience in the cocktail lounge…read more The à la carte menu offers a thoughtful blend of Asian fusion bites--each dish more impressive than the last. We were attended to by four staff members, and while that may sound like a lot, their service was seamless. Every movement felt intentional and unobtrusive, enhancing rather than interrupting the ambiance. The craftsmanship of the food--wow. This Michelin rating is absolutely well deserved. Each dish had such depth of flavor that we couldn't help but murmur "mmm" with every bite. The presentation was, of course, stunning, with flavors that matched the beauty on the plate. I can't wait to return and experience the dining room next. I highly recommend adding Protégé to your "Best of the Bay" list.

    Protégé is a New American casual restaurant that offers both an a la carte and a tasting menu…read more We made reservations in advance, and we were excited to check this place out for dinner. Our party went for the a la carte option to order a variety of dishes to share, rather than to be restricted to options. We tried: +the Milk Bread - served with Stepladder Creamery cultured butter and Balinese sea salt +the 'Fish & Chips' - prepared with hamachi, Asian pear, red curry, and pickled jalapenos +Crab and Caviar - with dungeness crab, Protégé reserve caviar, and yuzu sabayon +and, the A5 Wagyu Tataki - with black sesame crackers, enoki mushrooms, and karashi For my entree, I tried the Flannery Beef Short Rib, which was served with sunchoke 'hash', charcoal-grilled king trumpet mushrooms, horseradish, and pimenton; I also tried one's Blackened Monkfish and the 'Peas and Carrots.' Everything was well-presented and aesthetically-pleasing, service was on point, and they checked upon our large party often. The restaurant itself is well-decorated, with nice photographs on the wall; request for the tufted seating, as it's more comfortable. +attentive staff +a la carte and tasting menu offered +reservations accepted

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    Sun of Wolf

    Sun of Wolf

    4.4
    (482 reviews)
    1.1 mi
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    My friend and I visited Sun of Wolf for lunch for the first time, and we had an amazing experience…read morethanks to Angelica. She was incredibly patient in explaining the menu and took the time to describe each dish and its unique features, which was extremely helpful for first-time visitors like us. My friend was interested in a dinner item, and Angelica went above and beyond by kindly checking with the kitchen to see if it could be prepared for us during lunch. The food was great, but Angelica's outstanding service made the experience truly memorable. Her friendliness, knowledge, and willingness to help made us feel very welcome. We will definitely be coming back and recommending Sun of Wolf to our friends and family.

    Every time I have come to Sun of Wolf, I always get top notch service, everyone is so friendly…read more I also like the menu selection and the vibes of the restaurant. On this occasion, we came here on a Friday evening, we had made reservations for 6 of us. I personally ordered the agua fresca-pineapple and the lasagna. We ordered 2 chips and salsa for the table and the others ordered, arugula salad, tacos de carnitas, mahi mahi tacos, hamachi tostadas and drinks such as the spicy tamarindo, mocktail and margarita. Everyone loved their selections. One of my friends ordered the chocolate tart and the chocolate was too rich for my liking but the mousse that accompanied it was soo good, very tart and tropical. This restaurant is on California Ave., no restaurant parking but there is street parking nearby, although not on this street since its closed off to vehicle traffic. There is also a parking lot and a parking garage nearby. Once you eat, you can take a nice stroll down the Ave. Check online for details but once a month, on Thursdays, the city helps to sponsor a Thursday Live events with music, giveaways and games. Even without the Thursday Live events...this restaurant is a must if you are in the area.

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    Gott's Roadside - newamerican - Updated July 2026

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