The best 10 restaurants and places to eat in Gainesville, April 2024

"AMAZING WINGS AFTER 5pm and cheap drinks that will get you good! Cover bands are a little too loud for my liking and not always so good, but the..."

Luke Shannon

Max Hofmann

Warehouse Restaurant

"The food and drinks are some of the best in Gainesville at incredible prices!! Our server was also amazing. I highly highly recommend coming here for..."

Kevin Sayler

"Great staff and amazing food! Would absolutely..."

Lauren Lynn

"We had our wedding reception here. The owner and his staff did an amazing job on all fronts. The food was amazing, as was the atmosphere. They took..."

Ryan Compton

"This is a wonderful restaurant. Food and service were..."

Jean LeMire

"Awesome food and awesome owners. A must stop while in..."

Cordelia Chu Mason

"Thoroughly enjoyed our first Venezuelan food experience. Staff was friendly and attentive. Drinks were delicious and food was very flavorful and..."

savannah cader

"ultimately one of my favorite spots. arepas are my personal fave (have to get the fried cheese) & the last picture of the burger doesn’t even show..."

Jasmin Rahman

"Absolutely wonderful! The food was fantastic, the drinks were amazing, I loved that they had a play area for kids to run around in. This is a..."

Timothy Flores

"I can't believe it took me so long to gonto Tinker. The restaurant is nice, cozy and spacious, the service was impecable, and the food was divine!..."

Caroline Huguenin

"My family loves Tinker, and whenever friends come to town to visit, we always take them there. I recently went to their new location for graduation..."

Rob Kairuz

"Tinker is the missing piece to having an authentic Latin cuisine in Gainesville!!! The greeter and door man was their young son and oh so cute! Our..."

Angie Nash

"very important If you, my friend, are looking for a restaurant to dine with family and friends, this is the restaurant for everyone The place is..."

Bin_aujan

El Indio

Wheelchair Accessible

"My experience was amazing! I used to eat here with my late aunt and came back in honor of my late friend. A-lot has changed and for the better! The..."

Laurenz Deganos

"Very good place great service the food was good and it had good prices nice outdoors..."

John Albert

"I went to El Indio Sunday night, and had a pleasant experience per usual. I have been to El Indio several times as I live about 2 minutes away from..."

Victoria Siqueira

"very important If you, my friend, are looking for a restaurant to dine with family and friends, this is the restaurant for everyone The place is..."

Bin_aujan

"I love the food and their new mural is amazing!! Great place to hangout with friends and tons of outdoor..."

Devin Meyers

"Very delicious food. Well made. Been here a couple of times. On today’s visit, they made a mistake with the ticket so my food took some extra time...."

Taylor Ney

Starbucks

"Coffee and staff are awesome, but the parking lot is poorly managed. Line up is nuts and the girl in the back taking orders outside does not seem to..."

Siobhan Hanes

"I love it here. I honestly come to this specific Starbucks probably once a day. If it’s in the morning I’m always looking forward to Rob taking..."

Scilla Guzman

"This Starbucks is always great - very friendly, they love signing with my Pup when he comes thru for a pup cup. All smiles. The parking lot is a..."

Catherine McGuire

"Pretty good Starbucks. Good: ~Has a drive thru so it's convenient. ~Inside kept relatively clean (though the far corners and windows can get a bit..."

Roo Janvier

"Drive through line is always crazy long. I recommend going to another Starbucks in the early..."

Elizabeth Kelly

The Hungry Hippo Sub Shop

Wheelchair Accessible

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Lunch

Cheap Eats

"Food was excellent, I loved the atmosphere surrounded by hippos and the owner was a very sweet lady who took the time to tell me the history of the..."

Bonnie Turner

"The Hungry Hippo the best! The salads are awesome! We were able to finish off our meal with homemade Banana..."

Dee Smiley Dosher

"I came in this morning to try after a co worker told me how good they are. I must say I will never go back to subway again! The sub was awesome and..."

Ken York

"Excellent! As always!! Very friendly staff, fresh food! My favorite for over 25..."

Valerie Harrell

"Best sub shop in Gainesville! I need to come back and visit..."

Holli Hoedebeck Meece

"Have been eating here since high school so about 35 years! The best, freshest perfect subs you'll ever..."

Jana Renee Kirchenbauer

"Meat sliced right off the roast as you order it. Fresh ingredients, courteous staff. Great lunch time..."

Dixie Hadaway

"Gainesville can bring in all the new sandwich shops they want, but I will always choose the..."

Cheri Harlow Greene

"Favorite place to eat, hands down. There are no better subs to be..."

Colin Nissen

"We stopped in for the first time and is was delicious!! Soft bread and plenty of food! Definitely..."

Kandice Hall

"The most delicious sandwiches!! Always fresh..."

Shawna Sidener Hawkins

"Use to come here when I was a kiddo! Stopped in today and it was as yummy as I..."

Vida Ellen Rhodes

"Best Sub In Gainesville by far!. This little sub shop has been turning out the same great quality sandwiches for over thirty years. They hand slice..."

Joe

"Everyone needs one of these in their hometown. This is the best sub Ive ever had my entire life. I love this..."

Cyndi Bonham

"When u don't wanna go to Subway. It is "pretty good" and will work when you do not want to shlep to Walmart and stand in the endless line a Subway...."

Kelly

"Long-lived Local favorite. This local hole in the wall has been producing excellent sandwiches with a smile my entire living memory. Small, homey,..."

Derek Workman

"I’ve been going to the Hippo since High School and it never disappoints! Fantastic bread, meat is freshly cut and they load up your sandwich. I got..."

Cynthia Stewart

"Stopped in on a road trip. Really good sandwiches here. Freshly made and their big. Tasted amazing. Big chips and cookies also available. Price is..."

c mon man

"Generous portioned salad. Friendly employees. Quick service. Come support your local small..."

M Chu

"The aren't stingy with their serving and the staff are nice. I really enjoy the small town vibe when I go in. Great sandwich/salad..."

Stephanie Herpeche

"Hungry for a sub sandwich? This is the place to go. I ordered curbside, and was SHOCKED when I saw how much food I got for such a small price. Not to..."

Taylor Day

"Wow less then 10 bucks and that's a lot of meat, the bread was house made and tasted great. Keep it up..."

Cyber Gordon

"A true old fashioned sandwich shop. Most of, if not all the meat is cut right in front of you to order. Very reasonablely priced. If you hear lots of..."

James Jensen

"Great subs + salads. Only complaint is I wish they were open in the early evening for dinner takeout!! Repeat..."

Annie Highfill

Bleubird Wings

Coffee Culture

87/100 (1065 ratings)

Wheelchair Accessible

Dinner

Cheap Eats

"Loved this place since they opened up in my neighborhood over a decade ago. Great coffees (including the best mocha in town by a long shot!) and..."

William Maloney

"The coffee is good and the service is great! Staff is always friendly. Their drive-thru is efficient. I enjoy the creative seasonal drink flavors...."

Roxanne Rezaei

"Whenever I’m in Gainesville this is my place for a nice latte with almond milk. They never..."

Jacquelyn Lumpkin Wooden

"The prices are great, flavor amazing, and the staff are super nice and personable. My favorite coffee..."

Jace Pierce

"the coffee is delicious (not like that bitter swill from coffeebucks) and the staff is always happy and kind. AND they have supported/sponsored Labor..."

Trisha Ingle

"One of my favorite local spots in town. Delicious and consistently good coffee and pastries, staff is friendly and helpful, and they're open late..."

Mia LaDuke

"The staff makes this coffee joint awesome with conversation and happy "good mornings". I come here to get work done, way in the back. I need a quiet..."

Nicholas Tuma

"First time in met the owner will definitely be my go to coffee shop in..."

Josh Snoke

"Best coffee in town, sweet atmosphere, and has the small town Gainesville vibe through and through. This place is a..."

Victoria Faith Evans

"Delicious food and amazing coffee. Staff is always friendly and the shop is a very welcoming environment. Love this..."

Magen Baker

"Best coffee place in Gainesville and possibly the world. Iced white mocha is my..."

Tyler Busch

"This place is my absolute favorite!! Best coffee ever!!!! I went through the drive thru last night and the person that took my order was very nice. I..."

Kimberly Jacobs

"Have never had coffee as good as it is at Coffee Culture!! Just a bonus that the staff is always pretty awesome as well!! 5 stars s for..."

Jordan Soldner

"First time going.. I loved it.. Loved that they had vegan options..I will definitely be going..."

Adina Tomlinson

"Great staff, good place to perform on..."

Natalia Santiago

"Best coffee. Best staff. Period....But a review must be 50..."

Steven Wininger

"The coffee is always delicious and the staff is always beyond..."

Becki Miller Hogsed

"Good caramel cappuccino and I got to try the Skywalker on ice. Cool options for different flavor combinations. Not a bad place to hang out and okay..."

Max Wise

"it makes me upset to see reviews complaining about the staff because imo they’re always so nice even when I go really early and they always offer..."

Kendall Miller

"Such a special treat when we visit here. It has been a while since our last visit but the flavors have not changed. I normally get their White Mocha..."

Bob Jewell

"Great atmosphere- very welcoming and laid back. Any coffee lover would enjoy this quaint coffee shop. The employees are friendly and the music..."

Naomi Thompson

"My favorite coffee shop in Gainesville. The taste is much better than Starbucks's. Love caramel latte here. The service also good and the staff are..."

Ivey Tang

"Nice place to hang with friend and chat or study or read and relax...my cafe latte was very good 😊...they also have drive..."

Nayan Patel

Country Foodly

Wheelchair Accessible

"Bulgoggi omelet? Mamba! Was that biscuit homemade? The Korean fried rice plate was great, too, especially with the just-right ginger dressing the..."

Stuart Thomason

"The chicken and waffles were awesome! Made to order fresh hand breaded chicken breast on perfect Belgian waffle!..."

Michelle Adkins

"Small but very inviting business. The food is good and several dished are unique. The spicy pork omelet is excellent. Might be a little spicy for..."

Alan Morrow

"Wonderful and friendly staff, quick service, delicious food and great prices for the portions. Absolutely love this restaurant and world recommend it..."

faith robbins

"Very cute, small restaurant. Food is very good. Love the home fries, sliced thin and flavored well. Waitress nice and attentive. I wish we tried this..."

K Handy

"Just an old town style establishment. Nothing fancy or up to date. Food portions size was normal but lack lustre, not a lot of flavor. Service was..."

Capt. Bob Roemer

"Looking for a Sunday brunch spot? Come to this mom and pop! All the other spots have insane lines. The food at Country Foodly is delicious- comfort..."

Caterina De Leo

Firehouse Subs

Wheelchair Accessible

"Excellent service and good delicious!! Genny McDonald was excellent and just radiated her love of people and her job!! Highly..."

Mac Marine

"I was here 3 weeks ago and it was the absolute worst experience I have ever had! The girl who I guess was in charge "she was screaming and cussing..."

Shawna Weatherly

"Firehouse always feels like the cool uncle when you compare against the other sub shop chains in town but they've got a flavor of their own. Always..."

Jorden Marsengill

"I love the sandwiches here. Always made hot and fresh. They have a good selection and everyone in the family finds something that they like. And the..."

Ringo Davis

"That was quite literally the BEST firehouse sandwich I have ever eaten... and I've eaten at ALOT of firehouses! Everything about it was delicious!!..."

Nicole McGill

"When my order is correct I love it and they haven't let me down..."

Janet Meadows

"Incredible experience here! We got 2 sandwiches for dine-in and they both came out fantastic. The drinks were amazing and tasted fresh. If you’re..."

Azure

Haydee's Cafe

Wheelchair Accessible

"Haydees cafe is my favorite place in Gainesville ! Authentic mexican food, staff is friendly and attentive! I love this..."

Jhoana Olivia Garcia

"Haydee’s Mexican home cooking is fantastic, graciously served with smiles. Great menu variety, bargain prices. Early morning till 3pm, Blackshear..."

Annette Lowder Burton

"Best breakfast in town !!! Took my family for the first time yesterday they loved it..."

Sharon Santana

"Awesome. First time and will be back. Was busy, worth waiting for. Will be back. Charro beans were fantastic. Mole sauce was very good! ..."

Sean V

"I enjoyed my lunch. This is a cute place with an amazing team. The food was delicious and good portions for the money. This restaurant was clean and..."

Frank Mercardante

"Brunch date with my hubby. This place was so good.. great choice to have a cute date..."

Amanda Boone

"Overall the food was really good, the flavoring of the chicken was delicious and the bread with the tortas completed The Whole meal and threw it all..."

Rollir BlabE

"Absolutely amazing. I have no clue why I haven't stopped in here before. This place will be one of go to's for breakfast now. The food is great. And..."

Nick Ellsworth

"This place is crazy good. It’s like an upscale Mexican breakfast. Make sure you try the homemade flour..."

Buddy Marietta

Five Guys

Wheelchair Accessible

"always friendly service here. extra fries are known to always be given here. i just wish it was more cost friendly but the cost does match the..."

Jasmin Rahman

"When it comes to great burgers, this place delivers! Not only literally but superb quality. I was expecting a so so burger through delivery but it..."

MR VEGA

"Extremely welcoming staff even at the late night hour. I had a tough night of work and the friendly staff really turned my evening around thank you..."

Marshall Burgin

"Ashley took my order today she was so sweet and helpful. My food came out fast and..."

Elexis Burns

"Love, love, love the bacon dogs. It is hard to find a better one, anywhere. Five Guys always gives abundant Fries. This is one small..."

Leonard Grill

Terrell's Bar-b Que

Gator China Chinese Restaurant

"Absolutely delicious. One of the best take out meals I have had in years. The staff were so pleasant and accommodating too. Better the some full..."

Kay Collins

"Excellent food and even better customer service. My girlfriend loves their dumplings, and loves the sauce that comes with them even more. She went in..."

Vance

"Best Chinese takeout place in Gainesville. It is never crowded and they get the food out pretty quickly. I got the honey chicken wings there and the..."

Brandon Murphy

"Good steamed dumplings! Friendly service. -1 star for no delivery option. Minimal seating at the facility for dining in (but I wouldn't because the..."

mostlycaffeineandvitamins

"Good: The food is good and unpretentious. They have lunch deals. You can get general tso , pork fried rice and a wanton soup for a little more than..."

Laura

"First visit, very pleased! I'm not sure why other reviewers are complaining about the chew mein not having noodles. It was very clear on the menu..."

Matt Borden

Hop's Kitchen

Wheelchair Accessible

"Delicious food and good prices! Really yummy. I've known the chef since high school and he is a great guy. Support local restaurants and add this..."

Jennifer Thuy-Tien McCall

"Just tried it for lunch for the first time and all of us that tried it at Milton Martin Honda think it is the best burger in Gainesville and Hall..."

Jeff Wilson

"Great food and staff! Never had a bad meal. Cuban is my..."

Dusty Benefield

"By far the best hamburger in Hall county. Come hungery and you will not leave..."

Ryan Thompson

"Awesome food. Best place to eat a sandwich or burger in..."

Justus Venable

"New to the area, saw this and it is solo good. I have the turkey and it was just like eati g a turkey sandwich after Thanksgiving dinner. If you..."

Dianna Harris

"Great cooked to order burgers 🍔. Good service and friendly staff. Adult and kids menu. Only open for lunch M-F, so give it a try. Support..."

Jerry Whidden

"Visiting family from out of town. What a treat to find this place! Seriously delicious food. Loved the fried green tomatoes! And the freshly baked..."

Megan Hogan O'Kane

"The best homemade burger I’ve had in years! Can’t wait to come..."

Rosie Henriquez

"Strange venue that may take a minute to find, but amazing food! I had the chicken salad and my dad had the world's largest burger. All were..."

Mary Bleichner

"Amazing find on our back-road trip! Chef knows his food!!!! No Chain Restaurants for..."

Sherrie Shaw Kipps

"Upbeat staff consisting of the cooks! Lol food made fresh. Food was good. Simple location but good..."

CHERYL BINNALL

"Hands down the best sandwich and fries I’ve had maybe ever. I had the Cuban and it was absolutely ridiculous! The fries were cooked to perfection..."

Ryan Hastreiter

"Had the Hop-inaro chicken sandwich. Simple but Delicious. Good tasty heat. Restaurant is in the municipal building. Packed at lunch. I went at 1:30..."

Justin Jones

"You walk in and your like urm.... huh? Lol then you get your food and your like mmmm okay I see you lol yummy..."

Heather Bowman

"Pork belly Bahn mi and the beer burger were 2 of the best foods we have had in a long time. The fries had truffle flavor oh man it was so..."

Joshua Nixon

"Personable staff, delicious food. The BEST bread ever. Just no comparison. These are gourmet sandwiches - try one, you will not be disappointed! Some..."

Lisa E. (Cardigan Queen)

"This place is a hidden gem. I would have never known it was here if it wasn't for my mom telling me about it and I'm glad she did. The Italian..."

Marvin Brooks

"WOW!!! I had not heard of this place and I am so glad that my lunch plans got moved here. The food was incredible! I have never had homemade bread..."

Sean Van Buren

Brandon's Cafe

"Some of the best food I've had...great place great food and great service. Family owned and operated and they are very welcoming and nice since I've..."

Josh W

"This place is the best place to eat the food is delicious , awesome customer service and the staff is very polite and always there to take care of..."

Peggy Haley

"I do not often get a Mexican breakfast. It was wonderful. The food tasted very fresh, the coffee was hot and fresh, the staff was excellent. They..."

Jennifer Gottschalk

"This place has great food, really good prices, super friendly staff and a great variety of Mexican and American style dishes. My first time here I..."

Dante Alighieri

"Best Mexican food I’ve ever had! (and that’s coming from someone who grew up in Texas with a LOT of experience in dining at Mexican food..."

Jennifer Walter

"This place is a 3 thumbs up hole in the wall. Not only is the food great but they have a wide variety of food also and the prices and good also. One..."

Oliver Walker

"Nice mom and pop place to eat. Food was excellent and so was the service. Go check them..."

Joshua Buckley

"Me and my little guy went and had breakfast here. Really enjoyed it! Great..."

Dane Michael

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