26 Best Bars in Gainesville

Loosey's Downtown Gainesville Bar • $
120 SW 1st Ave, Gainesville

Customers` Favorites

Burger with Grilled Mushrooms
Truffle Cheese Fries
Jumbo Chicken Wings
Bacon Cheeseburger
Fish \u0026 Chips
Impossible Burger
Classic Burger
French Fries
Bacon Burger
Burger Night

“Food was incredible and the service was even better! Erin and Sylvia were super attentive without hovering. Loved dining outside on their patio - such a great vibe!

I had the steak frites with some roasted Brussels sprouts. Highly recommend!!

Thank you for such a good experience:)“

4.5 Superb97 Reviews
The Hatchetbury Bar • $$
213 NW 8th Ave, Gainesville

“We were there last night and had a great time. Clean establishment and Brendan was wonderful. He was very, nice and helpful and joined in on the fun right before we were done. Definitely recommend him and the facility.“

4.7 Superb39 Reviews
Boxcar Beer & Wine Garden Bar • $
201 SE Depot Ave, Gainesville

Customers` Favorites

Chicken Tenders

“Nice place for weekend afternoon“

4.9 Superb20 Reviews
The Dime Bar • $
4 E University Ave, Gainesville

“One of the best bars in Gainesville. Quality drinks, creative and skilled bartenders. Go to if you want good cocktails and a chill atmosphere.“

4.7 Superb12 Reviews
The Midnight Underground Bar • $
101 SE 2nd Pl #100, Gainesville

Customers` Favorites

Habanero Cheddar Grilled Cheese Sandwich
Pressed Sandwiches
Chili Cheese Dog
Midnight Nachos
Chicago Dog
Quesadilla
Craft Beer
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“The Midnight Underground has a long and storied history in Gainesville as a local bar, hangout, artist venue and safe space for everyone. Current setup has almost daily events with a stage for trivia, open mic, bands, performances, sometimes karaoke and more. A nice, chill vibe to get away from the college "fraternizing" at some other spots. Beer, wine, and tasty food. come check them out!“

4.4 Superb21 Reviews
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Balls

Balls Bar • $
1716 W University Ave, Gainesville

“Fun!!🐊🐊🐊💗💗 weekends gonna by too fast!“

5 Superb6 Reviews
Lightnin' Salvage Enterprises Bar • $
1800 NE 23rd Ave, Gainesville

“Went to Satchels after the Gator Nationals.Decided to have a few beers at Lightning Salvage while we waited for a table . We ended up staying at LS and having pizza and salad. All very good. Afterwards went exploring thru all the very cool rooms and areas“

4.8 Superb6 Reviews
Fat Tuesday at Celebration Pointe Bar • $
4949 Celebration Pointe Ave, Gainesville

“Come here on a regular basis and always had a good experience. The ladies behind the counter have the right attitude, they know what I'm getting before I have the chance to tell them.
If you're going to come often highly suggest getting the mug, cheaper refills and good quality so I use it all the time. I have 2 of the mugs and 2 color changing cups.“

4.6 Superb7 Reviews
Ole Barn Bar • $
1791 NE 23rd Ave, Gainesville

“Awesome people, and cold beer.“

4.5 Superb8 Reviews
High Dive Bar • $$
210 SW 2nd Ave, Gainesville

“Great experience seeing Honey Revenge, Pollyanna, Colorblind, and Wreckless Giants. Wonderful concert for a good price. The drinks were solid with good prices for a bar. Would definitely recommend this little hole in the wall if you're in Gainesville. My ONLY complaint is the parking. Maybe it's just because of how popular Honey Revenge is getting, but I would love more options to park at around this location, which I know is not High Dive's fault. The parking lot isn't great, but I'm sure that's enough space for their usual amount of traffic. The bartenders were very pleasant. Good experience.“

4.2 Good42 Reviews
Spurrier's Gridiron Grille American • $$
4860 Steve Spurrier Way, Gainesville

Customers` Favorites

Takeout Jerri's Chocolate Chip Cookies
White Chocolate Bourbon Bread Pudding
Short Rib and Wild Mushroom Risotto
Jerry's Chocolate Chip Cookies
Emory & Henry Seafood Pasta
Truffle Short Rib Crostinis
Spurrier’S Chicken Wings
Orange and Blue Shrimp
Crab and Lobster Cakes
Brazilian Cheesy Rolls

“Absolutely amazing service! I came here for the second time and took my friend who had never been for his birthday. All the staff members were incredibly sweet, especially our waitress Jimmy Bynum. He was incredibly social and also very polite. They even brought out cookies and a candle for my friend’s birthday. Even better that we happened to come at the same time as Coach Spurrier for dinner. Overall great staff, amazing food, and great environment.“

4.6 Superb487 Reviews
Munegin's On 13th Bar • $
4005 NW 13th St, Gainesville

“Shawna is the BEST Bartender we have ever encountered. I did it for two years and I know I was good, but Shawna is the Queen! Not only did she have a conversation with everyone at the bar area, she kept your drink full and a smile on your face. Thank you Shawna and the DJ from Saturday night. We don’t go out too much, as hubby works tremendous hours, but this was an awesome night! I sang, line danced, laughed, played pool, and enjoyed good conversations with every walk of life. My husband tipped Shawna OVER 100%! That right there is proof in the pudding! We talked about Shawna all day Sunday and decided we are going to stop in with some of our biker friends and let them experience Shawna’s awesome service ! Can’t wait to see you again beautiful lady! Roger & Melanie🖤🏍️🖤“

4.1 Good14 Reviews
Public & General Restaurant Bar • $
1000 NE 16th Ave, Gainesville

Customers` Favorites

Fried Green Tomato Sandwich
Buffalo Chicken Sandwich
Fried Chicken Sandwich
Fried Green Tomatoes
Brisket Sandwich
House Cut Fries
Gin Basil Smash
Cheese Selection
Pork Sandwich
Chicken Wings

“Really great trout and excellent seasonal mocktails!“

4 Good60 Reviews
Visors Rooftop Bar • $$
4860 Steve Spurrier Way, Gainesville

Customers` Favorites

Shrimp & Grit Cakes
Chicken Wings
Wedge Salad

“Awesome exterior heating system on the rooftop bar!“

3.4 Good8 Reviews
Arcade Bar Bar • $
15 N Main St, Gainesville

“Went for pinball. Lots of UF students celebrating. 3 floors, the third available for groups.The door to the Arcade on the West side is actually the original First National( name may have changed over time)which located on the opposite side of Main and is now,I think,the Morgan and Morgan building and Wells Fargo.I just wanted to play pinball,at Arcade. Great atmosphere for it.“

3.9 Good49 Reviews
Dave & Buster's Gainesville Bar • $$
3023 SW 45th St, Gainesville

Customers` Favorites

Salmon w Rice Palif & String Beans
Dangerous Waters Island Punch
Fire-Grilled Atlantic Salmon
Double Pepperoni Flatbread
Chicken Tenders and Fries
Strawberry Mango Snowcone
Giant Bavarian Pretzel
Chicken Cantina Nachos
Crispy Chicken Tenders
Strawberry Shortcake

“Fun with friends 🧡 great time“

4 Good237 Reviews
Ford's Garage Gainesville American • $
3650 SW 32nd Ct Suite 20, Gainesville

Customers` Favorites

Buffalo Blackened Chicken Mac and Cheese
Estate Burger with Truffle Fries
Smoked Brisket Burnt Ends Melt
Mushroom Swiss Burger Combo
Pulled Pork Nachos w BBQ
Pulled Pork Mac N Cheese
Jumbo Piston Onion Rings
Burnt Ends Sandwich
Buffalo Chicken Dip
French Onion Soup

“Ford's garage fries, crispy yet soft on the inside. Flaky and peppery with a perfect balance of salt to compliment it. Hard to get on point fries, however these people accomplished it. The burger is larger than you would expect from a visual standpoint. It has fresh ingredients. I had the bison instead of the standard beef. It's freshly ground instead of ground beef. So as opposed to the patties being frozen coming in it's slabs of meat that they grind and then cook. The medium well option that I went with I recommend highly. They seared it on the outside and cooked at medium on the inside. The char has good flavor to it and the barbecue sauce has a very nice marriage with the cheddar cheese and the applewood smoked bacon. The romaine lettuce adds a nice touch on the bottom of the burger instead of the top. It's overall a very hard Burger to beat by any other restaurant. I very strongly recommend Ford's garage to any nostalgic burger lover.“

4.5 Superb391 Reviews
Salty Dog Saloon Bar • $
1712 W University Ave, Gainesville

Customers` Favorites

Domestic Drafts

“Between the staff (bartenders, waitresses, and door guys), the food (wings, tenders, corn nuggets), and the deals (2.40 happy hour doubles, dog lager pitchers), you cannot go wrong with salty dog saloon. The staff is great, food is great, and prices are even better. The pool table and AMI jukebox are just the icing on the cake! Best bar in Gainesville.“

3.1 Average21 Reviews
Harry's Seafood Bar & Grille Seafood • $$
110 SE 1st St, Gainesville

Customers` Favorites

Crispy Calamari with Remoulade Sauce
Harry's Original Gumbo She Crab
Crab Crusted Red Fish Royale
Harry's Signature Crab Cakes
Crab Crusted Redfish Royale
Andouille Crusted Grouper
Shrimp & Scallop Orleans
Fried Green Tomatoes
Chicken Jolie Blonde
Red Beans and Rice

“we had a appointment at Shands and decided to have an early dinner. we started with the grouper fingers which were excellent. For my dinner I had the fried green tomatoes and she crab soup. They were both delicious 😋 Hubby had chicken sandwich and fries which were both good but he wishes he would have gotten something else like the shrimp etouffee. We will definitely be back. Our waitress was an absolute sweetheart sorry I forgot her name. But highly recommend!!“

4.4 Superb206 Reviews
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The Top

The Top American • $$
30 N Main St, Gainesville

Customers` Favorites

Burger with Sweet Potato Fries
Vegan Chocolate Cake
Kimchi Cauliflower
Peanut Butter Pie
Gnocchi Carbonara
Broccoli Alfredo
Blackened Salmon
Mastodon Burger
Mushroom Ravioli
Maradona Burger

“Unique restaurant with good food choices for different diets. One of my favorite local restaurants!“

4.4 Superb164 Reviews
Lillian's Music Store Bar • $
112 SE 1st St, Gainesville

Customers` Favorites

Crown and Sprite

“Came for a couple of drinks, stayed to be silently judged by a bald bartender with glasses who looked personally offended by our youth. Pointed at us while talking trash to coworkers like we were on display at the zoo. Atmosphere was actually great, minus feeling like our entire existence was ruining his night. I will be back, but only because I like pain and the smell of smoke.“

3 Average23 Reviews
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Hogan's

Hogan's Sandwich Shop • $
2327 NW 13th St, Gainesville

Customers` Favorites

Meatball Sub with Provolone Cheese
Pastrami and Corned Beef Sandwich
Pressed Corned Beef and Pastrami
Combination Hero 1 All the Way
Roast Beef and Cheese Sub
6 w Everything Toasted
Ham Salami Provolone
Cuban Sandwich
Chicken Salad
Chef Salad

“Heard so many good things about this place and finally getting to go was well worth it! The food is amazing. If you are expecting subway, no no no. These Sammies are packed and so well worth it. They even asked if I wanted half of my foot long wrapped up, I get why now. I finished it, but wow. Super think sandwich and great tasting!!! Go a little further down to the bar and get some beer. Great selection for sure and everything from the Sammies to the beer is inexpensive. Cash only to give you heads up but there is an ATM inside. So worth it!!!!“

4.4 Superb98 Reviews
Crafty Bastards Restaurant Family • $
4860 NW 39th Ave A, Gainesville

Customers` Favorites

Blackened Chicken Mac and Cheese
Copperpoint Fact Czech Pils
Cheeseburger with Fries
Bacon Wrapped Meatloaf
Killer Cowboy Burger
Mac and Cheese Bites
Great Beer Selection
Philly Cheese Steak
Fried Cheese Curds
Chicken Sandwich

“Been a patron for years. Like the food, the prices and the vibe. Last night I ordered takeout. Online menu prices were not included. Upon arrival I discovered my Philly Cheese sandwich was $19.50. What is this, Ruth Chris? Good sandwich for ten. Not 20. Taking a break from Crafty.“

4.3 Superb105 Reviews
Blue Agave Mexican Restaurant Mexican • $
4401 NW 25th Pl., Gainesville

Customers` Favorites

Regular Fiesta Quesadilla
Chicken Enchilada
Enchiladas Supreme
Tacos De Alambre
Steak Chimichanga
Tacos De Carnitas
Chicken Burrito
Tacos Al Pastor
Chicken Fajitas
Tacos Al Carbon

“Thank you for the friendly awesome service and delicious Mexican food!!! Mexicans love great Mexican food! We had a fabulous UF graduation dinner with our party of 25!! The margaritas were amazing! Shots of patron helped get the party on! My daughter loved the birria tacos. My husband said the churasco steaks melted in his mouth! Two bites and down! Delicious!! I can’t tell you how grateful we are to you guys! We chose you because my daughter is part Mexican and because of your rating on google and you lived up to that!! Thank you again!!!! Happy cinco de mayo! Go Gators!! 🐊🐊💙🧡❤️🥑💚🇲🇽🇺🇸“

4.3 Superb72 Reviews
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Chuy's

Chuy's Tex-Mex • $
3410 SW Archer Rd, Gainesville

Customers` Favorites

Chips and Salsa and Creamy Jalopena
Guacamole Queso and Chips and Salsa
Chicken Enchiladas Rice and Beans
Fajita Chicken or Fajita Beef
Taco & Enchilada Combo
Tres Leches Cake Slice
Chuy's Famous 'Ritas
Chuy's Famous Ritas
Salsa and Chips
Fajitas for Two

“Good food, good service,,“

4.2 Good272 Reviews
Northwest Grille Seafood • $$
5115 NW 39th Ave, Gainesville

Customers` Favorites

St Augustine Style Fried Shrimp
Choose Two Combination Lunch
NW Grille Smothered Chops
Lobster Tail Market Price
NW Grille Crab Cakes
Death by Chocolate
Gorgonzola Burger
Steak and Shrimp
Grouper Sandwich
Stuffed Mushrooms

“Fantastic!! I took 29 family and friends out for our 40th anniversary yesterday and the the staff and food were fantastic. No one has a complaint. Food cane out hot all at the same time. Yum“

4.2 Good152 Reviews

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