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Santorini Mediterranean Restaurant
93/100 (562 ratings)
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"Wow found this gem by accident while on business in the Gainesville area and what a great experience! From the minute I walked in the server was..."
Debbie Shufelt Diehl
"Absolutely amazing place! My family had a gyro, chicken pita and a cheese pizza. Best pizza around, and those gyros are mouth watering..."
Bailey L. Green
"We'll be going back a lot. It looks so bland from the outside, but the menu... OMG. Real Greek and Mediterranean fare as well as Italian, Cajun and..."
Linda Anthony Hill Author
"Oh my gosh SO delicious! Even made me a custom item... Greek burger. Loved every single thing... gyro plate, gyro, my green burger, combo appetizer,..."
Christy Norris
"Had the Rack of Lamb and Chicken kabobs both meals served with rice and veggies. Both were absolutely fantastic, Lamb was cooked to perfection,..."
Tammy Hamilton
"Went to Santorini with my family and had the Chicken Kabobs. They were so good! Highly recommend this restaurant. Nice friendly staff, clean..."
Toni Bowen Kennedy
"Some of the best food and people in Gainesville! One of the only places with delicious fresh vegetables! Can't get that at..."
Scott Dougherty
"Very good food. I’ve eaten in the restaurant several times and ordered delivery several..."
Kat McLeroy
"It is good that Gainesville has Santorini’s restaurant. They have a wide variety of choices in the menu. Everything I have tried has been..."
Jack Oppel
"Wonderful meal, very nice place and super friendly staff! Always a treat for..."
Nadine Simone Creswell
"This is a hidden Gem. Great food and great..."
Eric Smith
"I had the Philly cheesesteak and it was delicious! My husband had a Gyro which he loved and my son had a pizza. Large portions and packed with taste...."
Richelle Ledford
"Great food and friendly staff. We had the lamb gyros. ..."
LaDonna Smith Goodwin
"Food and service was fantastic!!!! Highly..."
Jana Davis-Doarn
"We love ordering to go from Santorini. Always delighted. Never disappointed. Greek salad and Greek Pizza. We might be in a rut. ..."
Susan Hamilton Schaub
"The best Greek..."
Monica Lamb
"Excellent! Some of the best food in..."
Jennifer Bezner Dougherty
"Highly recommended!! The food was delicious and Abigail and Elly were very friendly and kind. We had a great experience and will be back. Another..."
Secret Shopper
"This is one of my favorite places in Gainesville. I always get the Greek salad with chicken or gyro meat. This is considered a small! Loaded with..."
Vasa Commander
"We weren’t sure what to expect, what a wonderful surprise! We started with hummus and baba ghanoush. Both were very tasty, and the pita bread was..."
Robert Sullivent
"An easily overlooked gem in Gainesville, TX! Craving Greek food but not wanting to go out of town, I finally decided to try out Santorini a year ago..."
Sylvia Gonzalez
"I was happy to find this little place - went through drive through and service was fast and portions generous. It is absolutely delicious. It is not..."
Susan D
"Driving through Gainesville and stopped in to grab dinner. Couldn’t be happier with our choice! Greek salad with gyro meat was delicious, as were..."
K Stewart
"Definitely I will come back to this place. The Greek salad was delicious and the lamb kabobs were cooked to perfection!! I was very pleased to see..."
JOEL LOPEZ
Cava Grill
90/100 (1089 ratings)
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"We are addicted to CAVA!! Best lunch stop in town. Great food, great service, and great people. We highly recommend stopping in to try it..."
Kristen Featherstone Sahlberg
"Really enjoyed the entire experience. Had never eaten there before but our son had so he walked us through it. The young man behind the counter was..."
Rebecca L. Pickerel-Conlan
"It was my first time trying their food and the lady working helped me select each ingredient for my grain and greens bowl. The food was fresh and..."
Heather Riddle
"Love it. I'd eat it every day. Great options for people who like to eat low carb, as..."
Bill Nagle
"Cava Grill is awesome! The best food hands down! Everything is fresh and flavorful. You will not be..."
Larissa Beasley Goulbourne
"It was my first time trying their food and the lady working helped me select each ingredient for my grain and greens bowl. The food was..."
Sandra Mdn
"Not only is good excellent and healthy but customer service is top..."
Laura Hess Baltagi
"My first experience was last night and it was great! It's my new favorite place to..."
Steph Kurtz
"Healthy food that tastes great! Cat wait to go..."
Tish Thompson
"Fresh and delicious. My new favorite spot in..."
Sharyl Mayhew
"Food was great and for our first time there all the servers were patient and..."
Tom Cook
"Raquel was amazing at her job. She made me the best bowl I ever had. Great customer service as-well. Definitely recommending this..."
Sulaiman Siar Stanikzai
"I always look forward to eating at the Cava in Gainesville- it’s a great location with easy parking, plenty of space to gather with friends, the..."
Betsey Bishop
"I frequently come to this location with my three children. The food is always incredible and fresh. The staff is so friendly and always makes a point..."
Anastasia Gaudioso
"This is a very convenient location when shopping or going to the the movie theater. The food is fresh and delicious and the staff was friendly, and..."
Deborah A
"Thank you guys for taking such good care of us! The salad here is wonderful and the service is amazing this restaurant is..."
Savannah Purvis
"Great staff. The place was pretty busy and the staff had a great attitude and cared for each order. Great drink selection too. Staff also did an..."
A. Apron
"The food was excellent! I had the Lemon Chicken and I was healthy, tasty, and filling. I recommend that to all. Additionally, the staff was both..."
K Wise
"I tried CAVA for the 1st time time about 3 months ago and I have been in love ever since. The bowls are delicious and it is definitely a step up from..."
Taydra Fahie
"This is a great place to eat. Mirna is the lady who assisted me in taking my order and she was absolutely wonderful. She was really nice and also has..."
Shawn Scales
"I wish I would have grabbed the names of the employees working on 12/19, they had the best customer service I've received in years and I was at the..."
Katelynn Warren
"I consistently have wonderful experiences at this CAVA location. The facility is clean and all the food items are well-stocked. The service is always..."
Mikayla Jenkins
"I went in to pick up my order and I accidentally placed it for Chantilly. I believe she was the manager but I asked her if there was anyway she could..."
TIFFANY ALFRED
"Outstanding service! Raquel is amazing and always has a smile on her face and is eager to take of us!!! Love this place!! We are creatures of habit..."
Barb Daigle
"Cava is the best food in the world. At least for me. Outstanding service. Jonath and Zulema always know what I want. They are amazing. Super..."
Christine Allen
"Good food and customer service. All the staff always have a smile and are very helpful. Ms Yanira and Ms Mirna are a good balance of professional..."
A R
"Going to CAVA is a tasteful experience. There are many meats and veggies selection you can choose from. Yes, I am skeptical about trying new..."
Kim R.
"Juan Carlos was so nice and helpful!!! Wonderful customer service and amazing food. Thank you..."
Eric
"I always have good experiences at CAVA restaurants but this one in particular has always exceeded my expectations. The staff are kind and friendly..."
Jake McGlothin
Byblos Restaurant
87/100 (796 ratings)
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Lebanese
Middle Eastern
Vegetarian Friendly
Arabic
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"The food and service are excellent! So happy to find a local Lebanese restaurant. I’ve been needing a kibbe naye fix for a long time. I highly..."
Melissa Updyke Harshman
"I loved Nora's food, so coming to this place was a given. No surprises, excellent food made from tasty Mediterranean ingredients, and very reasonably..."
Babak Kharazi Amin
"Great all around place. Great food at reasonable prices. Excellent service. And the Belly Dancing is great fun entertainment. Definitely worth going..."
Elie Azar
"I used to love this place. But it's ridiculous that they won't let you substitute a side salad for your rice without charging you an additional$5.50!..."
Janice Bond
"Wonderful food and great service! I would highly recommend you try this..."
Pamela Sams
"Food was amazing and staff super sweet and helpful! Even got a little belly dancing in on Saturday night! We will definitely be..."
Boo Blakey
"I came in and I was greeted by the owner who was so sweet! This food is SO..."
Amy Rutledge
"Awesome atmosphere, great customer service and outstanding food. We will definitely dine here..."
Shawn Summers
"We arrive on a Mid-week night around 8:30, the place was going to close after the last customers (a group of 6 that was there).. our geoupe , also..."
Marie Kheira Menton Bentoumi
"It's good to have a good Lebanese Resturant back in the area. As we were accustomed in the past with Nora restaurant with great food and atmosphere..."
Ziad Naja
"It's quality food at its best and consistent every time. Delicious flavors and no other restaurant in the are compares. We always come..."
Amanda Corvetto
"I came here for late lunch a mini day date with my husband... loved it! The food was oh so mega packed with taste and so many layers of flavors ......"
Esther Biggs, Realtor
"A beautiful place walking in. We wanted to try something new. Water was brought to us, we were asked if we wanted wine. My boyfriend & I don't drink,..."
M. L. B.
"First time dining here and did not disappoint. My fave was the Lamb Chops, so tender and tasty. Fattoush was excellent, not too sour like the other..."
LIA C
"What a top grade Lebanese restaurant! Must try! I feel lucky to have found this place. It's only my first time here but will definitely be back and..."
Ahmed Kaptan
"Wonderful, the blend of spices and flavors gave us a warm, contented feeling. A true hidden gem. Been twice and will definitely come back. Everything..."
Susan
"First of all, great service. Jack was humorous and provided fantastic service. For appetizers, the baba ganoush and hummus were good. We didn't like..."
Trix Lee-Rainwater
"We had a very nice time watching the belly dancer and enjoying the crowd. The good was on point. I had the meat sampler and it was very..."
Mike Dinwoodie
"Expertly prepared authentic Lebanese cuisine in a family run restaurant. Wait staff are friendly and the atmosphere is comfortably rustic-modern. ..."
Laura Spriggs Gray
"Gem of a restaurant with Joe ,our waiter,excelling. Reasonably priced and on point re : flavors,technique I could have quite ordered anything from..."
David Ward
"Great Lebanese food. Loved it! They even have house pita bread that I haven't seen outside the middle east! ..."
David Meese
Alpha Gyro Grill
86/100 (739 ratings)
Quick Bites
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
Mediterranean
Greek
Grill
Grill
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Greek
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
Dinner
Lunch
Salad
Cheesecake
Hummus
Gyros
Lamb
Mediterranean
Greek
Grill
Seating
Wheelchair Accessible
Gift Cards Available
Parking Available
Accepts Credit Cards
Takeout
Dinner
Lunch
Cheap Eats
"Incredible service and even better food. I do consider myself a little bit of a Greek food aficionado and I will tell you some of the best food..."
Matthew Vrahiotes
"I’ve been wanting to try this place out and finally had the chance to today..... Amazingly Good! Very nice owners too! I will be returning for..."
Eddie Penny
"Very fresh food and good flavors. Wide variety to the menu. And Christos, the owner, is a very enjoyable..."
Matt Cavedon
"Had lunch today and really impressed! The gyros were tasting and large, baklava to die for. Plan to go back and try many other authentic greek items..."
Fred Tanner
"Friendly staff, fast service, and the food was deliscous! Will be back as soon as I can! I got chicken souvlaki with pita, and a side Greek..."
Ellen Shiraef
"Spectacular food with equally friendly service. My husband lived on Crete back in his salad days and he proclaimed Alpha's food the most authentic..."
Teressa Hamrick Glazer
"Amazing Greek food, and such a welcoming staff. It's a new favorite of mine! You must try for yourself though, I promise, you will not be..."
Morgan Lynn
"Probably one of the best Gyros we’ve had in a long, longtime and friendly service on top of that! Will definitely back next time in Gainesville..."
Matthew Khodayari
"I have visited Athens Greece twice and the Gyro Grill is equal or better than any restaurant during my trip. They have a full menu of your Greek..."
Darryl Womack
"Awesome. Really great food. Good portions. Great flavor. Friendly..."
Myles Rico Brown
"This place is amazing! I ordered an alpha platter with the falafel vegetarian wrap, Greek salad, and fries. The price ($15.50) was fair considering..."
Hannah Ashley
"We were driving through and found this place by reviews. The outside is a little off putting for new comers and the parking isn't that easy, but..."
Laura Pippin
"Fantastic food and friendly staff! I was only in Gainesville for a few weeks but ate at this restaurant at least five times, including my birthday..."
Margaret Racine
"Very good, very authentic Greek food. Delicious lemon chicken soup. Employees friendly and efficient, nice folks. The food is the stand out but..."
Roze Harper
"Wonderful restaurant...food was great..since I had never eaten Greek food before,the owner gave me some samples,very good ...owner and all the..."
carolyn bone
"I live up in the hills of NC, and there is NO where to get anything like this place for miles around. So when I come to civilization, I always make..."
Matt Taylor
"I am glad that this place is close to by my house, the food is great and fast. the classic gyros are awesome and I love the baklava. my wife likes..."
ford ash
"Great store. Owner really knows his way around shoes. Anything you need done to your shoes. This is the place to..."
James Brown
Taziki's Mediterranean Cafe - Gainesville
84/100 (869 ratings)
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Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
Mediterranean
Mediterranean
Middle Eastern
Greek
Greek
Middle Eastern
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
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Salad
Gyros
Lamb
Middle Eastern
Mediterranean
Greek
Wheelchair Accessible
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"My friend recommended to try Taziki’s and it was phenomenal! Service was excellent as well food delicious. I had the grilled veggie gyro with salad..."
Laurenz Deganos
"This place is amazing! Such great healthy food at an affordable price. I was new to Gainesville and pretty apprehensive at first but this turned out..."
Christian Escorcia
"Just ate here for the first time and we will be back!! It was delicious and the staff was super friendly. My husband had a gyro and we didn’t know..."
Eileen Butler
"Foodgasmic gyros and delish potatoes!! Great lil place to grab a bite worthy of your time. Taste buds will..."
Kitty Willis
"Bolay was JAMMED UP... I stepped over to try Tazikis... Cold recpation, BUT! Nice rebound with the food+... I will come here again ... I enjoyed the..."
Erica `ArYKa
"My friend and I just went for the first time and it was delicious! I got the lamb gyro with pasta salad and she got the Mediterranean salad. I think..."
Julia Rusler
"Really like the vibe of this place. The whipped feta with the honey became my new favorite. The gyros are good as is their Taziki sauce. Its cool all..."
C Andrade
"We both had gyros, mine chicken and hers lamb. Both were delicious. The tomato and cucumber side salad was also very good. Prompt and friendly..."
Michael Kelch
Sababa
83/100 (608 ratings)
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Vegetarian Friendly
Mediterranean
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Middle Eastern
Israeli
Mediterranean
Middle Eastern
Israeli
Vegetarian Friendly
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Salad
Hummus
Falafel
Shawarma
Mediterranean
Israelí
Middle Eastern
Wheelchair Accessible
Accepts Discover
Parking Available
Validated Parking
Free off-street parking
Digital Payments
Accepts Credit Cards
Non-smoking restaurants
Dog Friendly
Delivery
Outdoor Seating
Takeout
Accepts Mastercard
Accepts American Express
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"We had a great first experience at Sababa! About 30 of us got together for dinner at the small family-owned restaurant. Not having been there..."
Raksha Ravikumar
"oh. my. god. The chicken shawarma is to die for. I love all of the salads and sides it comes with too. And this is the best falafel I've had in..."
Anna Weissman
"You guys are great!!!this place is relaxing and great all the time the customer service is amazing also the food is extremely fresh if you're from..."
Edel Duarte
"First visit. I tried the falafel sandwich & it was great. The service was quick & friendly. Will def go back..."
Cindy Bush
"Amazing food and service. I eat here at least once a week. So glad they opened downtown. You can tell they care deeply about the customer..."
Patrick Dodds
"Excellent, tasty, authentic Mediterranean food! Chicken Schwarma was particularly..."
Sarah Edgar
"The best customer service, hands down!!! I drove all the way from Kissimmee with my mom ( she never been in a kosher restaurant before) to try out..."
Carlos Monserrate
"Good food and very friendly. Definitely stop by if you're in town or want a delicious quick bite to eat that'll fill you up for a reasonable price...."
Michael Croghan
"The food is so good, so fresh, I drove an hour to get there. And I absolutely plan on driving an hour to go again. It's in a beautiful area... Right..."
Monica Ling-Tannehill
"the best medi foos in central..."
Dhaval Modi
"Best falafel and hummus in Gainesville and that I've had in years. The co-owner is really nice and funny too. She sat down with us and chatted..."
Dan Vazquez
"World's Best..."
Eric Parker
"Thank you for your hospitality. Wonderful food, amazing people who cook; Riley and Yael rock!!! You too..."
Sabela Michelle Marie
"Quick and delicious! Meal comes with a great variety consisting of 2 different salads, chickpeas, hummus and pita, sauce, side of your choice and the..."
Jill J
"So glad we found this place! Traveling from out of town it can be hard to find Vegan options all the time. The food both vegan and non vegan was..."
Kaleea Garner
"Been here many times. … had the Chicken Shawarma to go this trip. … loved the flavor as..."
perry coughlin
"Five stars and if I could I would give them more!! As you can see I loved the food in this humble hidden gem in Gainesville. The Israeli and..."
Your Helpful Wendy
"My brother and I are obsessed with this restaurant. First of all, it’s so homey and inviting on the inside. I think it’s a beautiful location in..."
Maria Paula
"We did some plumbing work for the owner recently and he generously hooked us up with some food. It was amazing. thank you so much and wish you much..."
Nate Bazinet
"I always get the falafel platter, it’s amazing. They also have a no tipping policy, which I fully support. I’d much rather pay higher prices..."
Nancy
"Absolutely delicious meal and delightful service. I ate the vegan shawarma, and it was very flavorful. The portion was perfect for..."
Mia Steller
Falafel King Sandwiches
81/100 (906 ratings)
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"My family loves to stop here on drives home from the beach. Amazing food, friendly..."
Nicolle Randall Robleto
"Such great food, best baklava I've ever had, wonderful..."
Kenneth Eichenberg
"Very good! You can tell it is home made and very nice people work there. I always stop by when I'm in the..."
Tina Schmeisser
"Small restaurant but they have great falafel! And the baklava is..."
Rayven Crisafulli
"Friendly and helpful staff, good food. Tables were dirty (all of them). My only personal issue is another place that "requests" a tip before food and..."
Richard Swilley
"I've been going to this traditional, small mom and pop place for over 20 years! I've eaten hundreds of Gyros in my life and this is by-far the best..."
Sukotto Shinobi
"We stopped here on our way from Orlando to Destin. We are from Texas and have many many gyros options but this place was amazing!!! We tried kafta..."
Neelam Khan (Neekha)
"I’ve been coming to falafel king since I was a kid and it’s always been one of my favorite restaurants in town. The food is always fresh and the..."
Aly L
"Fast casual middle eastern spot - the food here is so fresh, healthy, and delicious! I had the Mediterranean platter with hummus, baba ghanoush,..."
Tissy Mang
"Excellent food. We had the gyros and grape leaves. The gyros are huge and loaded with delicious meat cut off the spit in front of you. The grapes..."
Joey Westfield