Been eating at the whistle stop for a few years now. When the family and I want a change of…read morescenery, we trek on over for good eats. The staff is always friendly and welcoming with the service to match. They serve classic American fare for breakfast and lunch. The portions can be large so be prepared to loosen that belt or take leftovers home. Our recent outing I tried their hamburger steak breakfast. A decent sized patty that I requested be topped with both grilled onions and mushrooms was good. Although the patty itself needed a bit more seasoning, it didn't disappoint. The country potatoes were fluffy on the inside with good texture on the outside, accompanied by onions and bell peppers. Eggs were cooked perfectly to order. If the servers offer salsa, TAKE IT! Very flavorful, fresh and vibrant. Compliments everything I've tried so far. And no, it's not spicy. This place is a gem and my kids love the train decor. If your kids are good, they might turn on the model trains. You won't be disappointed.

Quality food and great service! Our kids and now grandkids love the train theme. Always clean,…read morealways good!

Boss Hoggs is THE SPOT. They take care of everyone but sometimes the wait to get food can be a…read morelittle long. However, I would never rate lower than 5 stars because they truly do take care of you here. The Bo's special is THE BEST, get that!

After they got the new owners it got so busy that I couldn't get in to eat and it was loud! I went…read moreback today to find that they have upgraded their decor. It looks fantastic I ordered an Ortega burger with fries. The fries were freshly made and the burger was great!!! The wait staff has always been great. Keep up the good work.

My son, my mother and I recently stayed at the Gateway Lodge. It was cute and more importantly it…read morewas clean. It had all the amenities we needed. There was a balcony outside and we were right on the river. We thoroughly enjoyed just sitting and watching the river spill over the boulders, it was amazing and even the sound was beautiful . We left the windows open so we could hear the sound of the rushing water as we fell asleep. We ate three meals at the restaurant There were three of us so nine meals total and everything was delicious. Entire staff was so sweet. My mother and I are in walkers and there were a few stairs, but they were set up where we were able to make it up and down easily . staff was so friendly offering assistance at every. FIVE STAR FOOD! FIVE STAR SUITE!

After a multi hour road trip, my friend and I Denise got here. It was the last intentional spot in…read moreour day. But there was something we had not considered, we were going to be going to a place that required us to be fresh and ready to receive the wonder of place by a lack and we only had the energy for an angry stop at a gas station. So this place I visited when I was tired and that kind of gunked up the experience. If I would have gone with more energy to fully open my eyes than this experience would have been wondrous. When I booked the reservation I did it because it was a place by a lake. I enjoy water front dining and I usually use an ocean for scenery and today I was in a place where I could use a large creek. And since I was not going with any specific expectations that lake hit me like a bucket of wow. I remember like seeing the mouth of the lake going down like actual rocks. Like I was seeing the waters that people raft on with commitment to the outdoors. It felt like I had traveled into a place where trees were purest, bird melodies were the only noise in town (besides the water running in the creek), and cabins belonged to those who called the mountains home. I was in a novel and for some reason I felt like it was written by Twain. And that is really what I can say about this place. That is mostly what I remember the beauty of the creek. I wanted to spend more time there, I could have walked it, they had like a lounge but I did not. But I do remember the forested view that went on, and the roaring, jagged leg being a central character other than that I have small things to say. I remember the salad being ok. Denise and I shared a dish, I can't remember why but we did not eat the whole thing. It was inherently bad. But this could have been an off night, or just not the dish of the place, and really you go here for the lake, and the food was great in some ways just not in this specific way. I went to this place a few weeks ago, and, if I had not make it clear I remember the experience of being with the lake. So go here for that experience and let the rest just fall into place.

We had a great experience celebrating my college graduation here. Daisy was our server and she…read morestruck the perfect balance, attentive and friendly without constantly checking in or interrupting the meal. They had a special featuring three gin drinks and every one we tried was phenomenal. My favorite was the Flower Power, but the Nekocha was absolutely amazing. We started with the baked feta and Kalamata olive tapenade, which was rich, creamy, and delicious. For entrées, the NY strip was cooked perfectly and paired beautifully with the red wine reduction. The roasted chicken was incredibly moist and complemented well by the sautéed spinach and shiitake mushrooms. The sunset view made the evening even better. We were so full we had to skip the celebration dessert, which says a lot because we definitely would have ordered one otherwise! If you're looking for a place that feels a little elevated and don't mind spending a bit more for a relaxed dining experience and excellent food, this is definitely worth a visit.

To start, there was no silver wear at our table and we only got silverware by asking after our…read moreappetizer arrived, we received our napkins just as our meal arrived (our poor server was searching for a while then had to tend to other tables then after the second ask was able to track some down). We got the spicy shrimp appetizer,12 oz New York strip, the lobster with mash potato's and Mac and cheese. Food was okay, price tag was steep for the quality. Especially considering, the "from the grill" section did not come with a side had to be ordered separate and food came out lukewarm but flavor was good (except the mash potato's they were bland). Drinks were good. Additional note: having bathroom lights that are on sensors, don't work well for people in stalls. Having to sit in a dark restroom while using the facilities is not an enjoyable experience. Two stars because the overall vibe is decent and drinks are good. Food is just ok for a luxury price and staff is not set up for success.

Cool pit stop for tourist to check out. Our experience was great. Stopped by more than once while…read morewe were around. THE BUGS THOUGH! Not sure if it was a one time thing or a season thing but I do NOT recommend outside sitting after sundown. My wife and I got SWARMED by these little green bugs ( obviously from the River ) the server didn't care too much about how bothering it was to have 10+ bugs on our food. Eventually we had to be asked to be moved in and thankfully we were. Funny part is that shortly after us, about 7-8 other tables from outside also moved in because of the bugs hahaha. Not a bad enough experience to hate the place IMO but should be taken better care of. Maybe a net around the dinning area could solve the issue idk

They have a really nice outside patio overlooking the river. It was a little chilly but they had a…read morelot of heaters. I had the Patty melt and upgraded to onion rings. The onion rings were really good. Crispy but not greasy. The patty melt was ok. The burger was great. The flavors were there. The bread was lightly grilled I guess. The bread was white bread and still soft which I thought was odd. I'm not sure if that's how they are usually made. I was disappointed. Service was good.

HIGHLY RECOMMEND!!! Everything we ordered was FANTASTIC! Everyone was intensely happy eating and…read moremaking appreciative noises! The Spicy wings were meaty and cooked to perfection. The meat lovers was just that.... Tons of meat, super tender and very very juicy. The Brewmaster Burger was really good but definitely more "Breakfast style" than Burger. Sweet potato fries were perfect and seasoned just right! We don't love when they serve them burned and dried out. These were crispy but still fluffy inside! And of course you can't go wrong with a classic "Kaweah Burger".

Kelsey is one of the best Bartenders out there. He is a delight. The beer literally tastes better…read morewhen he is working. The customer service is above and beyond what i expect when I go to have a beer after work. I feel so welcomed and invited when I go into Kaweah Brewing. The food, the music, the atmosphere, its always been top notch FOR YEARS. Great staff and perfect friendly service. I highly recommend coming to check it out.

​"Had an amazing meal at Frosty King! I ordered the cheeseburger and fried pickles, and you could…read moretell everything was freshly made. Honestly, one of the best burgers I've had in a long time. I'll definitely be back!"

Wicked good salads! I cannot stress enough. NOT JUST A BURGER JOINT! Salads are primo . My girl…read moreadores their fried pickles Crisp, fresh veggies in salads and prompt too. The DT wait is typical because your food is fresh made for orders and if that idea bums you out, call ahead to place order for pick up. Solid menu, can't go wrong. Inside dining area is legit too- recently they updated the seating and lighting. Booths are gone and tables sturdy

The Ambience here is always inviting with music that is just right to be heard and enjoyed but in…read morewhich one can still be heard. The food is amazing, not too greasy nor salty, but tasteful and satisfying. Well known for their pastrami sandwich, and best wings and cocktails. Come try for yourself! The staff here is also very inviting and always make sure the customer is coming back.

Ate here for the first time. Delicious burgers well…read moreseasoned fries. It's a busy place and loud. Not a place for a quiet date, but if you don't care about the noise level, it's a place to try.

They always do a fabulous job with my sons birthday cakes for years. No matter what my son tells us…read morewhat he wants on his cake, they always deliver. 100%. Highly recommend.

Food was really good. Nice portions for the price, got served quickly. You order at the counter and…read morethey brought it to our table. I "took one for the team " and tried a few cookies, really great ginger cookies and butter cookies with chocolate drop. All kinds of fresh pastries and breads . Daily lunch specials and discounts on Tuesdays for seniors. The employees were very friendly and helpful. The ambiance is small town charm and eclectic. Lots of cute kitchen decor and items for sale. The downtown of Exeter is so beautiful and business friendly. It's worth the drive.