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Customer Reviews (9)
nic11
on Citysearch Jul 12, 2007overall i really enjoyed my first outting to southgate it had great service ranging from the greeting clerks all the way to the unbelivable waiters and waitress's who work there. from the second i walked in to the ... (more)
jim99000
on Citysearch Jul 11, 2007I cant say enough about South Gate, I have lived in the area all of my life and I have always loved south gate! I love the patio I love the staff, and the food is by far the best in the area! If I can give one peice of advise to ... (more)
morelia
on Citysearch Jun 25, 2007South Gate it's one of my favorite places to eat at. Special ocassions, this is the place we come to. We know that it's always going to be good food, great service, and that we are going to have a great time. ... (more)
chefie3
on Citysearch May 15, 2007I have been to and ordered from South Gate several times and have been disappointed each time! The grip I have with them first and foremost, when I order, I am usually ordering at least $700 worth of food and they have the ... (more)
bwaltman
on Citysearch Mar 12, 2006South Gate Cafe is a warm and inviting place to gather with friends. Patio dining (see photo) overlooks Lake Forest's Market Square. The menu is interesting and diverse, and best of all, everything is good. They have ... (more)
Contributor
on Citysearch Sep 07, 2004In Short
Originally a firehouse, this Lake Forest favorite now boasts a refined ambience of dark colors, candlelight and romantic jazz, drawing an affluent crowd of couples and families. Expect ... (more)
xb
on Citysearch Aug 19, 2003This was my first trip to the Cafe and I can say that I will go back. The food was excellant, and seating was immediate. I went in the early evening, and sat outside and found the atmosphere lite and relaxing. I could ... (more)
brian60045
on Citysearch Nov 24, 2002Southgate is a great restaurant any time of year, although it is at its best during the summer months when you can sit outside. Food is excellent and the service is unmatched. Highly recommended! ... (more)
traoser
on Citysearch May 24, 2002This was our second trip to South Gate Cafe and we wish we had never come back. We ordered a pasta and risotto dish, which were bland and gritty tasting. The service was also mediocre. Given the high prices charged, we ... (more)
