Gates Restaurant

4.5

182 Reviews

$30 and under

American

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2 people

11 Mar 2025

7:00 pm

Booked 4 times today

Experiences are available.

Great for brunch
Child-friendly
Great for craft beers

Gates is the perfect place for celebrations, family gatherings, date nights or just because!
Sitting in the heart of New Canaan since 1979, we offer an eclectic menu where we boast having something for everyone.
Weekly rotating lunch, brunch, and dinner specials.
Open year round, seven days a week.

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
American
Hours of Operation
Mon–Thu 11:30 am–9:00 pm Fri 11:30 am–10:00 pm Sat 10:30 am–10:00 pm Sun 10:30 am–7:30 pm
Phone number
(203) 966-8666
Website
http://www.gatesrestaurant.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive Chef
Carlos Thol
Private party facilities
You may call us anytime during business hours to inquire about private events and large parties! You may also submit an event inquiry form on our website.https://www.gatesrestaurant.com/private-events

Location
10 Forest St, New Canaan, CT 06840
Area
New Canaan
Cross Street
Main Entrance on Forest St, Staircase Entrance leading down from Main St!
Parking details
Street Parking
Public transit
New Canaan Train Station!
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

Gates Luncheon
Multiple dates available
Join us for our new lunch specials! Featuring house roasted & carved sandwiches, soups, and weekly features.
Taco Tuesday
Multiple dates available
$2 Street Tacos! $6 Mi Campo Regular or Flavored Margaritas! $12 Corona Buckets!
BOGO Burgers & 1/2 Price Wine Bottles
Multiple dates available
Buy one burger, get one free! Grab a BOGO burger and 1/2 off your favorite bottles of wine. Exceptions apply, dine in only.

CHIPS + GUACUSD 12.95
Fresh Cut Corn Tortilla Chips, Pico de Gallo, Lime Salt
JUMBO PRETZEL STICKSUSD 10.95
Sea Salt, Cheddar Sauce, Honey Mustard
CHICKEN POT STICKERSUSD 12.95
Sweet Chili, Cilantro, Green Onion, Lemon Grass
TRASH CAN NACHOSUSD 13.95
Queso, Jalapenos, Pico de Gallo, Olives, Green Onions, Sour Cream
BLISTERED SHISHITO PEPPERSUSD 12.95
Wood Fire Roasted, Olive Oil, Sea Salt, Coriander, Himalayan Sea Salt
FRENCH DIP SLIDERS (3)USD 14.95
Horseradish, Au Jus, Crispy Onions
BRUSSEL SPROUTSUSD 13.95
Toasted Pecans, Sweet Chili, Chipotle Aioli
CRISPY CALAMARIUSD 14.95
Classic: Lemon Aioli, Marinara, Thai Chili Sauce Tossed: Hot Peppers, Spicy Chorizo, Tomato Sauce
CHICKEN BITES
Tossed in our Special Seasoning, Choice of Sauce, Celery + Carrots
- 6 PIECESUSD 10.95
- 12 PIECESUSD 20.95
- 18 PIECESUSD 29.95
- 24 PIECESUSD 38.95
EGGPLANT STACKUSD 13.95
Breaded, Marinara, Ricotta, Mozzarella, Basil, Balsamic, Roasted Baby Tomatoes
KFC BAO BUNSUSD 14.95
Korean Fried Chicken Korean BBQ Sauce, Kim Chi Mango Slaw, Cucumber
PORK BELLY BAO BUNSUSD 14.95
Kim Chi Slaw, Scallions, Hoisin BBQ, Cucumber
SEARED FILET TIPSUSD 17.95
Crispy Polenta Cake, Chimichurri, Arugula
GATES QUESADILLAUSD 12.95
Cheddar & Pepperjack Cheese, Sour Cream, Pico de Gallo, Flour Tortilla
SPICY AHI TUNA TARTARUSD 18.95
Ahi Tuna Tossed in Sriracha-Dynamite Sauce, Crispy Rice Cake, Guac, Sesame-Seaweed Salad, Fresh Jalapeno Garnish, Soy Sauce
CHICKEN WINGS
Tossed in your Choice of Sauce. Served with Bleu Cheese or Ranch Dressing - Celery + Carrots
- 6 PIECESUSD 11.95
- 12 PIECESUSD 22.95
- 18 PIECESUSD 31.95
- 24 PIECESUSD 39.95

SALADS

CHICKEN PAILLARDUSD 22.95
Avocado, Baby Arugula, Heirloom Tomato, Shaved Parmesan, White Balsamic Vinaigrette Choice of Grilled, Blackened or Crispy Milanese
CHOP CHOP VERONAUSD 15.95
A Gates Classic! Avocado, Bacon, Blue Cheese Crumbles, Baby Tomatoes, Shaved Red Onion, Cucumber Choice of White Balsamic or Orange Mustard Vinaigrette
KALE + SPROUTSUSD 14.95
Baby Kale, Shaved Brussels, Dried Cranberries, Pistachios, Pickled Carrots + Daikon , Maple Mustard Vinaigrette
CAESARUSD 13.95
Crisp Romaine, Kale, Parmigiano, Toasted Croutons, House Made Dressing
MEDITERRANEAN SALADUSD 16.95
Romaine, Falafel, Quinoa, Tomato, Cucumber, Roasted Chickpeas, Feta, Roasted Peppers, Kalamata Olives, Greek Dressing
PEAR + STILTONUSD 14.95
Mixed Greens, Asian Pear, Stilton Blue, Pistachios, Orange-Mustard Vinaigrette
ROASTED MARINATED BEETUSD 15.95
Baby Arugula, Pistachios, Goat Cheese, White Balsamic Vinaigrette

HANDHELDS

GATES BURGERUSD 17.95
8oz Pat LaFrieda Special Blend, choice of Cheese + Toppings all on a Toasted Brioche Bun.
RAM SMASH BURGERUSD 16.95
TWO 1/4 lb. Smashed Chuck Sirloin + Diced Onion Patties, American Cheese, Special Sauce
TRIPLE RAM SMASH BURGERUSD 21.95
THREE 1/4 lb. Smashed Chuck Sirloin + Diced Onion Patties, American Cheese, Special Sauce
1 lb. RAM SMASH BURGER (4 patties)USD 25.95
FOUR 1/4 lb. Smashed Chuck Sirloin + Diced Onion Patties, American Cheese, Special Sauce
THE TRUFFLEUSD 18.95
CARAMELIZED ONIONS, TRUFFLE AIOLI CHEDDAR SAUCE, TOASTED BRIOCHE
CHIPOTLE CHICKEN BURGERUSD 17.95
Spicy Slaw, Lettuce, Tomato, Pickles
VEGGIE BURGERUSD 17.95
House Made, Cheddar Cheese, Hummus Spread, Lettuce, Tomato, Brioche Bun
THE BELLAGIOUSD 18.95
House Roasted Chicken Breast, Basil Aioli, Avocado, Tomato, Bacon, Lettuce, Sourdough Toast
FRENCH DIPUSD 18.95

TACOS

BAJA SHRIMP TACOSUSD 17.95
Queso Fresco, Pico de Gallo, Guacamole, Lime
CHICKEN TACOSUSD 16.95
Queso Fresco, Chipotle Aioli, Guacamole, Pico de Gallo
MAHI MAHI TACOSUSD 17.95
Slaw, Pico de Gallo, Avocado, Lime
STEAK TACOSUSD 17.95
Grilled Marinated Filet Tips, Red & Green Cabbage Slaw, Chimichurri

BOWLS

AHI TUNAUSD 21.95
Sesame-soy marinated sushi grade tuna, pickled ginger, cucumber, avocado, pickled carrots + daikon, sriracha-dynamite sauce
BANG-BANG SHRIMPUSD 19.95
avocado, haricot vert, cucumber, cilantro, chipotle aioli, pickled carrots + daikon, sautéed veggies
BBQ KOREAN BEEFUSD 19.95
mushrooms, steamed broccoli, scallions, sesame-soy glaze, pickled carrots + daikon, sautéed veggies
BUDDHAUSD 18.95
Roasted sweet potato, arugula, roasted chick peas, radish, cabbage slaw, spicy peanut sauce, pickled carrot + daikon
CHICKEN CURRYUSD 18.95
fresh ginger, garlic, eggplant, haricot vert, potato, coconut milk, green curry
CRISPY CHICKENUSD 18.95
sweet chili glazed, sautéed veggies, cabbage slaw, pickled carrots + daikon, cucumber, avocado
SEARED FURIKAKE SALMONUSD 22.95
roasted shiitake mushrooms, avocado, scallions, seaweed salad, pickled carrots + daikon, sautéed veggies, sesame oil, soy sauce
VEGAN SUPREMEUSD 17.95
avocado, roasted chickpeas, mushrooms, tomato, spinach, quinoa, sautéed veggies, pickled carrots + daikon, white balsamic vinaigrette

PASTA

BAKED MAC + CHEESEUSD 17.95
Wood Fired, Three Cheeses, Cavatappi, Crispy Panko
BLACKENED CHICKEN CAVATAPPIUSD 19.95
Basil Pesto, Tomatoes, Shaved Parmesan, EVOO
BOLOGNESEUSD 18.95
Rigatoni, Fresh Tomato Sauce, Beef Ragu, Garlic, Basil, Fresh Ricotta
RIGATONI A LA VODKAUSD 19.95
Housemade Vodka Sauce & Shaved Parmesan
SHRIMP CAPELLINIUSD 23.95
Lobster Butter, Spinach, Tomato, Basil

MAIN PLATES

BABY BACK RIBS
BBQ Sauce, Cole Slaw & Hand-Cut Fries
- 1/2 RackUSD 19.95
- Full RackUSD 34.95
BUTTERMILK FRIED CHICKENUSD 22.95
Cole Slaw, Garlic Broccoli, Mashed Potatoes
FISH & CHIPSUSD 27.95
Lightly Battered Fresh Cod, Cole Slaw, Lemon Tartar Sauce, Hand-Cut Fries
HONEY GLAZED SALMONUSD 27.95
Vegetable Fried Rice, Garlic Spinach
SHORT RIBSUSD 24.95
Slow Braised Beef, Mashed Potatoes, Haricot Vert, Natural Jus
STEAK FRITESUSD 28.95
Filet of Beef, Crispy Polenta, Black Peppercorn Sauce, Hand-Cut Fries
WOOD FIRED ROASTED CHICKENUSD 24.95
Mashed Potatoes, Haricot Vert, All Natural 1/2 Chicken, Natural Jus

WOOD FIRED PIZZA

CLASSIC CHEESEUSD 14.95
Shaved Mozzarella & Tomato
MARGHERITAUSD 15.95
Basil, Sliced Red Vine Tomato, Fresh Mozzarella
BUFFALO CHICKENUSD 16.95
Diced Chicken Bites, Mild Buffalo Sauce, Fresh Mozzarella, Red Onion, Jalapeno
GARDEN SUPREMEUSD 16.95
mushrooms, red peppers, red onions, dried oregano, mozzarella, feta
CRISPY KALEUSD 16.95
Fresh Pesto, Pecorino Romano, Buffalo Mozzarella, Crispy Kale
MUSHROOM + TRUFFLEUSD 17.95
White Sauce, Shaved Mozzarella, Caramelized Onion, White Truffle Oil

DESSERT

APPLE COBBLERUSD 10.00
Granny Smith Applies & Cinnamon Streusel Topping
CARROT CAKEUSD 10.00
A Dreamy Combination of Spices | Carrots, Walnuts | Raisins | Cinnamon | Cream Cheese Frosting
KEY LIME PIEUSD 10.00
Smooth + Creamy | Genuine Key Limes | Layered Sponge Cake | Whipped Cream
RUNNY CHIPUSD 10.00
Chocolate Chip Cake with a Warm Molten Chocolate Center

SIDES

SIDE HOUSE MADE KETTLE CHIPSUSD 7.95
SIDE AVOCADOUSD 4.95
SIDE COLE SLAWUSD 4.95
SIDE SLICED CUCUMBERUSD 3.95
SIDE DRESSED GREENSUSD 7.95
SIDE GARLIC BROCCOLIUSD 7.95
SIDE GRILLED CHICKENUSD 7.95
SIDE GRILLED SHRIMPUSD 9.94
SIDE HAND-CUT FRIESUSD 7.95
SIDE HARICOT VERTUSD 7.95
SIDE JAZMINE RICEUSD 4.95
SIDE MASHED POTATOESUSD 7.95
SIDE ONION RINGSUSD 7.95
SIDE SALMONUSD 10.95
SIDE SLICED APPLESUSD 4.95
SIDE STEAKUSD 11.95
SIDE SWEET POTATO FRIESUSD 7.95
SIDE TATER TOTSUSD 7.95
SIDE TRUFFLE FRIESUSD 9.94

ST PATRICK'S MARCH SPECIALS

POTATO LEEK SOUPUSD 10.95
A BOWL OF TRADITIONAL CREAMY POTATO SOUP, FRIED LEEKS
IRISH POTATO CAKESUSD 13.95
PAN SEARED, MASHED POTATOES, PANKO, GREEN ONION, CHEDDAR SAVORY SOUR CREAM, BALSAMIC GLAZED DRIZZLED
CORNED BEEF REUBEN SANDWICHUSD 17.95
A NYC CLASSIC , HOUSE BRAISED CORNED BEEF, SWISS CHEESE, MARIE ROSE SAUCE, GRILLED RYE, SAURKRAUT, HOUSE FRIES
CORNED BEEF SANDWICHUSD 17.95
A NYC CLASSIC, THICK CUT HOUSE BRAISED CORNED BEEF, DELI MUSTARD, RYE, COLESLAW, FRIES
IRISH LAMB + TURNIP STEWUSD 23.95
MASHED POTATOES, CARROTS, ONION, CELERY, TURNIPS, SIDE OF IRISH SODA BREAD
CORNED BEEF AND CABBAGEUSD 22.95
HOUSE BRAISED CORNED BEEF, BOLILET POTATOES, CARROTS, BRAISED CABBAGE, TRADITIONAL IRISH PARSLEY SAUCE
SHEPHERD'S PIEUSD 21.95
A SAVORY MIX OF GROUND BEEF, LEEKS, ONIONS, PEAS, CARROTS, + GRAVY, WHIPPED CHEDDAR MASHED POTATOES CRUST
FISH N' CHIPSUSD 26.95
LIGHTLY BATTERED FRESH COD, COLESLAW, LEMON TARTAR SAUCE, HAND CUT FRIES
BANANA FOSTER'S BREAD PUDDINGUSD 9.94
DARK RUM CARAMEL SAUCE, FRESHLY WHIPPED CREAM

What 182 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.5

4.5 based on recent ratings

4.3Food
4.3Service
4.3Ambience
4.3Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Connecticut
Great for brunch
Connecticut
Child-friendly
Connecticut
Good for groups
Fairfield
Great for brunch
Fairfield
Child-friendly
Fairfield
Good for groups
Fairfield
Lively

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Gates Restaurant offers a delightful dining experience with "excellent service" and "delicious food." It's family-friendly with a "fun atmosphere," diverse menu, and "spacious setting." While some reviews mention slower service and noise, the restaurant remains a "fun spot" for gatherings, offering great value and a warm ambiance.

182 Reviews

L
Laurie
New York City3 reviews
5.0
Dined on 1 March 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Excellent service and delicious food. Very accommodating to our party of 9!
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Kathryn VIP
San Diego1 review
4.0
Dined on 15 February 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Always a fun spot to meet up to watch the game or have dinner. Live music on Saturdays is a fun bonus
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Michelle VIP
London2 reviews
4.0
Dined on 26 January 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Food was terrific, atmosphere was great. Band was ok—was hoping to see Captain Obvious!
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George
Charleston5 reviews
4.0
Dined on 31 December 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 4
Our server was either new or distracted She had to to reminded to bring to place settings,glasses for the water,drinks we ordered and totally forgot a drink I ordered Food was good
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Linda VIP
New York City26 reviews
5.0
Dined on 31 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We have been patrons for 25 years, off and on. Food has been on and off. Tonight everything was terrific. The staff seemed delighted to welcome a table of 9 including three young children. Although it is New Years Eve, we never felt hurried. The drinks were good. The service was attentive but perhaps mist importantly, the food was delicious! We already decided to order dinner “in” from Gates tomorrow night. Well done!!
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Artie VIP
New York City17 reviews
1.0
Dined on 24 December 2024
1. Overall 1
2. Food 2
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 1
I don’t think I’ll be back. The restaurant has potential - decent food, but lacks staff. Lots of tables with uncleared dishes.
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ellen
New York City1 review
1.0
Dined on 5 December 2024
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 2
Not the Gates it used to be. Got a Chop Chop Verona and it was clear that the lettuce and tomatoes were not freshly chopped - they were mushy. The extras (bacon/gorgonzola) were minimal, not enough to provide flavor. The restaurant itself shows the signs of wear and tear - everything looks worn out. To top it off, restaurant staff rolled a large garbage bin (the type that we put at the end of our driveway) through the restaurant - next to tables where diners were sitting. I will never go back - miss the old Gates, this place is depressing.
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ronald VIP
New York City376 reviews
5.0
Dined on 30 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great Saturday brunch menu, along with a lot of lunch options as well; good service, pleasant surroundings.
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Kim
New York City16 reviews
5.0
Dined on 29 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Came here with family including a well behaved 2 year old. The menu has something for everyone. Service is top notch. This restaurant is starting to become our go to when dining out with family and friends.
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Kim
New York City16 reviews
5.0
Dined on 16 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Went on a Friday night for dinner and karaoke. The food, drinks, staff, and patrons were great. We had so much fun celebrating our friend's birthday. She said it was the most fun she had in a long time. We will be back.
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FAQs

Gates Restaurant offers delivery in partnership with Uber Eats. Gates Restaurant also offers takeaway which you can order by calling the restaurant at (203) 966-8666.

Gates Restaurant is rated 4.5 stars by 182 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a booking

2 people

11 Mar 2025

7:00 pm

Booked 4 times today

Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

10 Forest St, New Canaan, CT 06840

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross Street
Main Entrance on Forest St, Staircase Entrance leading down from Main St!
Area
New Canaan
Hours of Operation
Mon–Thu 11:30 am–9:00 pm Fri 11:30 am–10:00 pm Sat 10:30 am–10:00 pm Sun 10:30 am–7:30 pm
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
American
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Street Parking
Public transit
New Canaan Train Station!
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Carlos Thol
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.gatesrestaurant.com/
Phone number
(203) 966-8666
Private party facilities
You may call us anytime during business hours to inquire about private events and large parties! You may also submit an event inquiry form on our website.https://www.gatesrestaurant.com/private-events

Gates Restaurant

Make a booking

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information

Gates Luncheon

Taco Tuesday

BOGO Burgers & 1/2 Price Wine Bottles

STARTERS

CHIPS + GUACUSD 12.95

JUMBO PRETZEL STICKSUSD 10.95

CHICKEN POT STICKERSUSD 12.95

TRASH CAN NACHOSUSD 13.95

BLISTERED SHISHITO PEPPERSUSD 12.95

FRENCH DIP SLIDERS (3)USD 14.95

BRUSSEL SPROUTSUSD 13.95

CRISPY CALAMARIUSD 14.95

CHICKEN BITES

EGGPLANT STACKUSD 13.95

KFC BAO BUNSUSD 14.95

PORK BELLY BAO BUNSUSD 14.95

SEARED FILET TIPSUSD 17.95

GATES QUESADILLAUSD 12.95

SPICY AHI TUNA TARTARUSD 18.95

CHICKEN WINGS

SALADS

CHICKEN PAILLARDUSD 22.95

CHOP CHOP VERONAUSD 15.95

KALE + SPROUTSUSD 14.95

CAESARUSD 13.95

MEDITERRANEAN SALADUSD 16.95

PEAR + STILTONUSD 14.95

ROASTED MARINATED BEETUSD 15.95

HANDHELDS

GATES BURGERUSD 17.95

RAM SMASH BURGERUSD 16.95

TRIPLE RAM SMASH BURGERUSD 21.95

1 lb. RAM SMASH BURGER (4 patties)USD 25.95

THE TRUFFLEUSD 18.95

CHIPOTLE CHICKEN BURGERUSD 17.95

VEGGIE BURGERUSD 17.95

THE BELLAGIOUSD 18.95

FRENCH DIPUSD 18.95

TACOS

BAJA SHRIMP TACOSUSD 17.95

CHICKEN TACOSUSD 16.95

MAHI MAHI TACOSUSD 17.95

STEAK TACOSUSD 17.95

BOWLS

AHI TUNAUSD 21.95

BANG-BANG SHRIMPUSD 19.95

BBQ KOREAN BEEFUSD 19.95

BUDDHAUSD 18.95

CHICKEN CURRYUSD 18.95

CRISPY CHICKENUSD 18.95

SEARED FURIKAKE SALMONUSD 22.95

VEGAN SUPREMEUSD 17.95

PASTA

BAKED MAC + CHEESEUSD 17.95

BLACKENED CHICKEN CAVATAPPIUSD 19.95

BOLOGNESEUSD 18.95

RIGATONI A LA VODKAUSD 19.95

SHRIMP CAPELLINIUSD 23.95

MAIN PLATES

BABY BACK RIBS

BUTTERMILK FRIED CHICKENUSD 22.95

FISH & CHIPSUSD 27.95

HONEY GLAZED SALMONUSD 27.95

SHORT RIBSUSD 24.95

STEAK FRITESUSD 28.95

WOOD FIRED ROASTED CHICKENUSD 24.95

WOOD FIRED PIZZA

CLASSIC CHEESEUSD 14.95

MARGHERITAUSD 15.95

BUFFALO CHICKENUSD 16.95

GARDEN SUPREMEUSD 16.95

CRISPY KALEUSD 16.95

MUSHROOM + TRUFFLEUSD 17.95

DESSERT

APPLE COBBLERUSD 10.00