Our server was very nice as was the host and manager. The beautiful decor and high prices did not match the food quality. They serve a bread basket, love bread. When I went to break it, it was hard, smelled and tasted stale. Server was great, apologized and brought us another one. Same! A little less stale but still hard and tasted awful. Lobster bisque was so thick and chunky, not from lobster but what seemed to be an unblended soup of cream chunks. Scallops had no flavor. Filet mignon did have a nice flavor and the inside was cooked a little less than I'd like, prefer med/rare but not seasoned enough and very unimpressed by that. For the cost of the meal I except better. Server again was very nice.
Clark
Great service, great steak, salmon and scallops. Good experience in gainesville. One of Gainesville's best options
Frank
Food was great appetizers were cooked well we had Calamari and bacon two great choices. Steaks were cooked right and were great cuts of meat. Our waitress was awesome!
Paul
Food done to order from one order of well done to one order of rare steak. Sides were large portions, enough to share among four at the table. service was good, and the noise level was quiet to moderate, but there were only a few tables active. Prices were quite high.
carol
Food was delicious and service was top notch. We'll be back the next time we are in Gainesville.
mark ortolani
Decent steaks with reasonable service. Would attend again if invited, however, I would not place reservations myself.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 3
Service: 3
Dutch Fisher
VERY NICE & The No Name Lounge (Pictured) Was Where I Pefered To Dine Because It Offered The Same Fare (Menu) & Direct access to To The First-class Pool, Spa & Expansive Patio
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Lobster Bisque, Burrata Salad, Caesar Salad, Shula Burger
Julie Angel
The food was spectacular, and the service was above and beyond. I will definitely return for more.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Scott
Our server was knowledgeable but the food was way over salted. There were 6 of of dining and four thought their food was too salty. One person loved salt and thought their food was fine. I asked if they could redo the scallops as, in my opinion, they were inedible, and was told there is a new chef and they would not reduce the salt even at my request. Based on that, I'll not go back there.
Steve
We have been to this establishment in the past and returned because of the great experience we had previously for our sr. executive group. it is a quiet place for us to be able to enjoy a meal and allow us to have a discussion. Unfortunately, this time was a huge miss. 4 of our group of 12 had to have their meals returned to the chef for overcooked steaks. 3 of those had to return it a second time and were not able to finish their dinners. Very disappointed, especially given the price of meals.
Best place to dine in Gainesville! Our server, Mariah, was engaging and attentive. Good recommendations and good pace of service. Steak was cooked perfectly. Sea bass and Scallops ware also a can't miss. Nice selection of wines by the glass with generous pours. 7 layer chocolate cake was delicious. We will return!
NinaS
The food here is magnificent. My husband and I each had the NY strip steak and it was cooked perfectly and soooooo flavorful. The baked potato was as big as his head and the sauteed spinach was so delicious. Our waiter was a lovely young man, very professional and courteous. Ben, the manager, is an absolutely wonderful guy. He makes us feel like family when we dine there.
deb perk
Had a lovely meal and evening at Shula's after driving for most of the day. The dining room is gorgeous. Our server, Major, was an absolute sweetheart. Professional, friendly, knowledgeable of the wine list (Major selected the perfect red), and made sure everything was perfect for our meal. Service can make or break an evening - more dining establishments could use a server like Major. Our filet mignons were delicious as was our shared Wedge Salad. The side of mac and cheese was just like homemade. We skipped the appetizer and dessert as we didn't want too much so I can't comment on those. All in all ~ a very pleasant evening.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
JohnnyD
Amber, our server, did an amazing job providing us with excellent service on a night they were short staffed. What a professional, witty and engaging person - we were lucky to be with her!
Todd Seymour
We had such a delicious, elegant meal at Shula’s. Wonderful food, and our waiter, Major, was the perfect balance of attention to detail and considerate service. He made our evening so enjoyable. Great place to go for a special occasion! Also, if you are a football fan, the Lombardi trophies from Superbowls VII and VIII are right there in the lobby!
Our server was very nice as was the host and manager. The beautiful decor and high prices did not match the food quality. They serve a bread basket, love bread. When I went to break it, it was hard, smelled and tasted stale. Server was great, apologized and brought us another one. Same! A little less stale but still hard and tasted awful. Lobster bisque was so thick and chunky, not from lobster but what seemed to be an unblended soup of cream chunks. Scallops had no flavor. Filet mignon did have a nice flavor and the inside was cooked a little less than I'd like, prefer med/rare but not seasoned enough and very unimpressed by that. For the cost of the meal I except better. Server again was very nice.
Great service, great steak, salmon and scallops. Good experience in gainesville. One of Gainesville's best options
Food was great appetizers were cooked well we had Calamari and bacon two great choices. Steaks were cooked right and were great cuts of meat. Our waitress was awesome!
Food done to order from one order of well done to one order of rare steak. Sides were large portions, enough to share among four at the table. service was good, and the noise level was quiet to moderate, but there were only a few tables active. Prices were quite high.
Food was delicious and service was top notch. We'll be back the next time we are in Gainesville.
Decent steaks with reasonable service. Would attend again if invited, however, I would not place reservations myself.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 3
Service: 3
VERY NICE & The No Name Lounge (Pictured) Was Where I Pefered To Dine Because It Offered The Same Fare (Menu) & Direct access to To The First-class Pool, Spa & Expansive Patio
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Lobster Bisque, Burrata Salad, Caesar Salad, Shula Burger
The food was spectacular, and the service was above and beyond. I will definitely return for more.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Our server was knowledgeable but the food was way over salted. There were 6 of of dining and four thought their food was too salty. One person loved salt and thought their food was fine. I asked if they could redo the scallops as, in my opinion, they were inedible, and was told there is a new chef and they would not reduce the salt even at my request. Based on that, I'll not go back there.
We have been to this establishment in the past and returned because of the great experience we had previously for our sr. executive group. it is a quiet place for us to be able to enjoy a meal and allow us to have a discussion. Unfortunately, this time was a huge miss. 4 of our group of 12 had to have their meals returned to the chef for overcooked steaks. 3 of those had to return it a second time and were not able to finish their dinners. Very disappointed, especially given the price of meals.
Restaurantji Recommends
Best place to dine in Gainesville! Our server, Mariah, was engaging and attentive. Good recommendations and good pace of service. Steak was cooked perfectly. Sea bass and Scallops ware also a can't miss. Nice selection of wines by the glass with generous pours. 7 layer chocolate cake was delicious. We will return!
The food here is magnificent. My husband and I each had the NY strip steak and it was cooked perfectly and soooooo flavorful. The baked potato was as big as his head and the sauteed spinach was so delicious. Our waiter was a lovely young man, very professional and courteous. Ben, the manager, is an absolutely wonderful guy. He makes us feel like family when we dine there.
Had a lovely meal and evening at Shula's after driving for most of the day. The dining room is gorgeous. Our server, Major, was an absolute sweetheart. Professional, friendly, knowledgeable of the wine list (Major selected the perfect red), and made sure everything was perfect for our meal. Service can make or break an evening - more dining establishments could use a server like Major. Our filet mignons were delicious as was our shared Wedge Salad. The side of mac and cheese was just like homemade. We skipped the appetizer and dessert as we didn't want too much so I can't comment on those. All in all ~ a very pleasant evening.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Amber, our server, did an amazing job providing us with excellent service on a night they were short staffed. What a professional, witty and engaging person - we were lucky to be with her!
We had such a delicious, elegant meal at Shula’s. Wonderful food, and our waiter, Major, was the perfect balance of attention to detail and considerate service. He made our evening so enjoyable. Great place to go for a special occasion! Also, if you are a football fan, the Lombardi trophies from Superbowls VII and VIII are right there in the lobby!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Lobster Bisque, Roasted Wild Mushrooms, Lava Cake, Mashed Potato
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