Gate Cafe — Kid-friendly Family Eats in Richmond Hill, Ontario

What parents say

• Hyeyoung Park (Hailey)

  2023-5-17

  It was awkward when I got into the cafe because we didn’t know that Gate grill & Gate cafe are kind of same place😅. So which means that I can order Grill Gate’s food and Gate cafe’s coffee & dessert together 😃 I ordered the Belgian waffle with iced americano, and my friend had burger combo(forgot the name). The patty of the burger was so juicy, delicious and soft, and the fries were enough to share. I could say the combo is for 2 people like so big portions 😃 The waffle I ordered was very good, not very sweet, I loved it🥰 Servers were friendly and I was so impressed that one of them brought 2 card machines to pay separately at the same time. So well trained. The reason I deleted one star is because of the lack of dessert. :)

• Msv S

  2024-7-20

  I recently visited Gate Cafe, I believe its one of the best cafés I've been to in Toronto. The quality of their coffee drinks and shakes was perfect, complemented by the great service from the staff and friendly atmosphere,so I highly recommend this cafe. Additionally, there is a restaurant at same place called Grill Gate, which offers a variety of delicious burger and pizza.

• Neil Santos

  Went to Gate Cafe to get some work done and was pleased to find plenty of seating with nearby outlets. While I was there, I had to try their Brisket Poutine, which was $20. The poutine is definitely big enough to share, making it a great value. The brisket was tender and flavourful. What really stands out is how generous they are with the gravy and sauce—it's incredibly rich and savoury. My one piece of advice is to not mix everything all at once. The sauces are so abundant that it can quickly make the fries soggy, so it's best to enjoy it in smaller, well-portioned bites. Overall, the poutine was a fantastic treat. Paired with the fast and friendly staff, my experience at Gate Cafe was a productive and delicious one.

• Kelly Chan

  2024-7-19

  Food: 3 Stars Service: 3 Stars Ambience: 3 Stars Value: 3 Stars Overall: 3 Stars I visited Gate Cafe specifically for their desserts, and overall, my experience was quite positive. The service was really good. The staff were attentive and quick to respond to our requests, making sure we were comfortable throughout our visit. The atmosphere at Gate Cafe has a nice family vibe it was quite lively and I really liked that there was live piano performance too! It’s a perfect spot for a relaxed evening out with family or friends. We ordered the waffle with bananas, strawberries and icecream that was big enough for two along with milkshakes. The dessert were decent, satisfying our sweet tooth, but nothing extraordinary stood out. The milkshakes were refreshing and complemented our dessert choices well. In terms of value, this is where my experience wavered a bit. I felt that the overall value didn’t quite match the price we paid. The desserts were good, but I expected more for the cost. One thing that caught my eye was the fresh pizza and burgers being served to other customers. They looked incredibly appetizing, and based on the visual appeal alone, we are definitely planning to return but to try their burgers and savoury foods next time. In conclusion, while the desserts and beverages were enjoyable, I believe the true highlight of Gate Cafe might be their savoury menu from Grill Gate but will only know once we find out! kellychan360

• Jaskarn Bains

  2024-9-4

  Gate girll and gate cafe is both the same. I'll start by saying the staff are very nice but it did take a while for our drinks to come despite not many people in the restraunt. The eggplant and mushroom burger is a must, it was soo good. The saffron milkshake I didn't realize at the time was $18. Very overpriced for a milkshake and definitely does not match the quality. Caesar salad is okay. Didn't end up getting the waffle because it just felt like it would take a while. But seeing the other the reviews. I think this spot is more for pizza, burgers and sandwiches than anything.