50 Best Fast Food Restaurants in Gainesville

“BEST CHICKEN SANDWICHES OF ALL TIME!!!“

“they have the best food and service and their workers are very friendly and helpful“

“I got my first Blaze pizza today as part of a freebie promo and will absolutely be back! The pizza is fabulous, the employee I spoke to was incredibly sweet, and they offer curbside pick up which is invaluable to me as I usually have multiple dogs in my car. Wonderful all around!“

“The food is delicious and employees were very attentive and friendly. It was so busy but service was quick. Will eat here before every Gator game!“

“they have the best food and service and their workers are very friendly and helpful“

“Great catering . We ordered over 500 boxes and this franchisee delivered!“

“Great burgers. Fries. Sweet tea. Been ordering the same for 38 years. Yes our family definitely loves Macs Drive Thru Go get some. Just leave room for the rest of us. 🤣“

“Hands down the best Asian in Gainesville and I have lived here 12 years. I would actually put it up against any Asian place in New York. Not speedy, because everything is fresh-made, right down to the wontons in the wonton soup. Dishes are very nicely spiced rather than slathered in sauce. Ingredients are high quality, from the bok choi to the beef. Please, PLEASE stay in business.“

“Great local burger joint! Can't go wrong with an extra side of the Dick's sauce.“

“Nice place to sit down and have a burger.“

“good good food very clean place“

“Everything is delicious, custard is the bomb 💣“

“I frequent this Relish location quite a bit and it has recently becone my favorite. The staff there is ALWAYS friendly and the food is always quality. On my last visit there was an issue with my DoorDash pick-up order. The cook that day went above and beyond to make sure I got my order although they were extremely busy.“

“Staff and food are always excellent...“

“Mr. Joseph is the best! He is a hardworking employee who always gives his best effort. He is professional, and provides great customer service. I appreciate his positive attitude and dedication to his work. My food was fresh, so thank you.“

“For a fine dining experience, friendly staff and exceptional food cuisine. Arby's“

“First visit was pretty good. The servers could use a lit more work in how they deliver and speak to their customers, but over all, good food at a good price.“

“Love the food… great deals on food and an employee named Shaun that was do accommodating, he made this visit a hit to eat here“

“This is the BEST place for a burrito! The staff is friendly and the scenery is awesome! My second visit and I had the Mexicano again! Will return, especially across town!(Worth the drive!) Great sweet tea also!❤️🌯“

“5 out 5 stars! Super friendly staff, our orders are always perfect and hot. LOVE the milkshakes. Took a bunch of lacrosse players there after practice and I think we have a new milkshake tradition!“

“nice place... very nice people..... ......“

“UPDATED on 6/6/26 -
Well looks like Sonic got a make over for the US's 250th . Building is painted Red,White and Blue. Wife wanted to try one of their limited time slushies. Cocunut was nice and refreshing, cold. And the girl was friendly who dropped it off to us.
The one thing that bugs me everytime i go there, picking which spot to park at and then pull in only to find the order kiosk is down. Then you have to move. Then when you park at one, order then the card payment option is disabled.. Its gotten better here , but these things make it aggrevating at times.
They also have new picnic table seating out there now

UPDATED***** Manager and corporate got back to me within a few days, and we have been back since. Must of just been an off night, they thanks me for taking the time to do review as well as talk to and email them..So i have changed my reciew of them as they truly care about how their customers are treated.“

“Everytime I visited my mother, who lived just north in Turkey Creek Forest, we visited this Subway location, and I was incredibly impressed every single time! I got the impression that a core family or crew ran the place , and they worked very hard to make everyone happy. I haven't seen service like this in years! 5 stars, totally. It's not easy working and/or running fast food establishments, so I had to hand it to them. Very respectful! 💗“

“Great catering . We ordered over 500 boxes and this franchisee delivered!“

“This is chick fil a has three lanes. A pass through lane, a drive through lane, and a lane for orders that were placed online. Their service is fast friendly and easy.
This chick fil a is easy to get in and out of. I did not go inside but I know they have the dining here.
Our food was fresh as usual.“

“I’ve been coming here many years , but today I ordered a hamburger and when I drove away and finally was able to unwrap it a few moments later it was freezing cold like it just came out of the fridge it literally felt like I picked up an ice cube when I grabbed into my bag to get it . The only thing that was good and made to order were the onion rings I’m very disappointed in this place service recently“

“Its pretty sad that we can not get food at Arby's in ocala and have to come to gainesville to eat. Jalen, Robert and Landis are what fast food should be, these gentlemen take great pride in cooking and serving food. Only complaint we had......THE FOOD WAS HOT.....LOL. Great job guys you definitely rocked it, and we will call ahead from now on to make sure your there. Again thanks you everything.“

“People always part there that shouldn’t“

“This group of individuals are really exceptional in the food industry, they strive for excellence and perfection from every dough toss, to sizzling golden crust you are always professional, knowledgeable on your products, quick too remake a mistake (even it was the customer who ordered wrong!) And ALWAYS ALWAYS HAVE A SMILE ON THEIR FACE WHILE SPEAKING TO YOU!! Brendon, Hannah, Paul, Seth, Shawn and Ted y'all keep being the dinamic stars of pizza and Papa John's!!! 💯❤🙋“

“Stopped by on Sept 8th and returned again this week for my lunch. Thank you for a delicious sandwich April and getting the toppings exactly how I like it. Will return again. It's hard to find a good sandwich artist. Quick efficient and tidy.“

“the cheese steak are almost like Philly“

“Always have to wait for stuff to be cooked so not really what I’d categorize “Fast Food” when run out of steamed white rice sometimes there’s a lack of concern & refusal to make more. Bought only one meal.“

“#Checkers is one of the prime examples of the fine dining cuisine available in the great State of Florida“

“Had THE BEST Jimmy Johns sub from this location. I went looking for an easy dinner and came out with a sub that was the best I've ever had from Jimmy Johns. Don't know what y'all are doing at this location but it is a step above other locations I've been to. Keep it up! Thanks for a great Italiano!“

“Great service, Janet is the best. Mike on in the PUW is always so friendly.“

“I was so pleasantly surprised I had to post a review. The chicken was so tender and well seasoned I was very pleased to have tried it.
So I made another visit to try the steak. Again pleasantly surprised. Tender, well seasoned, and NOT GREASY.
GREAT STUFF!$“

“Sandwiches are delicious“

“Goooooooooooooooooooooood“

“It’s a college magnet in a University City. The parking is a bit of challenge. The convenience of calling ahead or ordering online works very well. You’ll need to drive around the back under a rain cover and they’ll run the food out to you. Not the traditional drive-thru tho. I was dropped off to order and run around to the curbside to be picked up. Snatch, grab, and run…clean and super fun with all the young people. Great energy for an old man! Nice job my friends. I do with CF would grill chicken breast strips instead of just the nuggets.“

“Was waiting to order across the street at a certain restaurant named after a board game, after nearly half an hour of waiting with just one person ahead of me in the line, I still hadn't been given a chance to order. So I walked across the street to Subway and was in and out with my food within 10 minutes. Overall, I definitely prefer the quick and speedy service, as well as welcoming staff.“

“Great location. Excellent customer service. Just wish it didn’t take 17 minutes to get food from the drive thru window 😩😩😩“

“Very friendly staff and the food was the best I have ever had from an Arby’s.“

“I like it because anytime my son has a doctor's appointment we always stop here.“

“I tried the buffalo chicken Philly on white bread (no lettuce for me 😄🥪), and it turned out really tasty! The flavors were bold, the chicken was juicy, and it was one of those sandwiches I’d happily order again 👍🔥

What also stood out was the staff—they were super friendly and welcoming, which always makes a meal better 😊👏 The restaurant itself was very clean and well kept, so the whole experience felt comfortable and pleasant.

If you’ve never tried this spot before, especially this location, I’d definitely suggest giving it a shot. It’s a solid choice when you’re craving something filling and flavorful. I’ll be back for another sandwich soon! 😋✨“

“Archer rd always hot and fresh chicken sales thanks“

“Whenever my boyfriend and I are tired of eating fast food, we stop by here and get us their delicious sandwiches. I don’t have any complaints at this locations; they’re pretty fast and accurate.“

“Just come here for the Blizzard mostly but do have the Parfait like 10 to 1 and the Banana Split like 30 to 1!! Yummy!! Last time I was here was 5 weeks ago for the gas station!! Been here only 3 times for the past 6 years since I am closer to the ones in Southern Gainesville or West Gainesville just not this one...“

“The owner cares about the customers experience and I appreciate that!“

“Everything was awesome!!“

“I had an order canceled unexpectedly so I came here to get a large order of sandwiches for my cheer camp. Kamree provided great service and prepared my order so efficiently and in a timely manner! She was very pleasant! Great customer service!“