7 Best Southern Restaurants in Gainesville

Underground Kitchen Southern • $$
722 NW 5th Ave, Gainesville

Customers` Favorites

Creole Shrimp and Grits
Seafood Mac & Cheese
Seasonal Vegetables
Blackened Catfish
Crispy Yardbird
Seafood Mac
Lamb

“I eat out all the time, cook delicious food, and had one of the absolute best meals I've ever eaten. Thank you, Chef! Please check out Underground Kitchen's Facebook for specials, and if you want unbelievably amazing food, look no further!“

4.9 Superb40 Reviews
Lucille's Southern Kitchen Southern • $$
Orange food truck, 9 SE 13th St, Gainesville

Customers` Favorites

Oxtails and Smothered Turkey Wings
Smothered Turkey Wings Dinner
Red Velvet Cream Cheese Muffin
Fried Chicken Wings Mac
BBQ Chicken Wings
Macaroni Cheese

“I was told about this place soon as I got in.Food was great Mother and older sister and I ate at this location .my order was collared greens and rice, macaroni and cheese. And 2 big slices of cornbread,and them Chicken wing. And a can coke.The chef did a great job. Upon my return I will eat at this location again.“

4.7 Superb29 Reviews
Blue Gill Quality Food Southern • $$
1310 SW 13th St, Gainesville

Customers` Favorites

Pork Rind Fried Chicken
Fried Green Tomatoes
Shrimp and Grits
Fried Pickles
Caesar Salad
Fish Tacos
Risotto
Catfish

“We were travelling to Gainesville and had a traffic delay. They stayed open for us and chef prepared one if the best meals ever! They didn't rush us, and we enjoyed awesome food, drinks, friendship, and great service! Can't wait to go back next time we're in town.“

4.5 Superb80 Reviews
Chicken Salad Chick Southern •
4062 Plaza Blvd Suite 20, Gainesville

Customers` Favorites

Spicy Pimento Cheese Sandwich
Chicken Salad Sandwich
Of Chicken Salads
Broccoli Salad
Mac N Cheese
Grape Salad
Pasta Salad

“Service is slow, as usual. I always do pick up for counter service and I have always waited annnnd I'm the only person in line. Food is good, it's chicken salad, c'mon. But the wait sucks.I have never not waited. The double negative is utilized to help fully describe the not positive energy I feel when I have to wait to pay for the items I want to purchase and I'm the only person at the counter. I see them through the large rectangular window working on other orders. I smile and wave. They immediately look down and get back to doing something. Social anxiety maybe? Perhaps. I put my items down on the counter and walk to the other side of the building. Two tables, total of 4 people. No server or employee in sight except for the two behind the rectangular kitchen window. I go back to the items I want to purchase (2 originals, 1 broccoli salad, cookie). Look back at the kitchen, they're gone now. Look at the front door. Contemplate how easy it is to walk out the door. Leave cash on the counter and take these items and go. As I'm mentally estimating how much these items cost with tax, someone finally walks out of the kitchen and greets me. I pay, leave, as I get in the car, my waiting partner asks if I had to catch and pluck the chicken.Feb 2024.“

4.2 Good41 Reviews
4 Rivers Smokehouse Barbecue • $$
3262 SW 35th Blvd, Gainesville

Customers` Favorites

Signature Angus Brisket Platter
Burnt Ends Sandwich
Smokehouse Sliders
Half Rack of Ribs
BBQ Street Tacos
Cupcakes & Bars
Smoked Chicken
Pulled Chicken
Brisket Plate
Cuban Sandwich

“We ordered catering today and the order got missed, we called 20 minutes after we were supposed to receive it and corporate customer service got right to contacting the store, they started it right away and had it delivered to us within 30 minutes of the call, Michelle delivered our food and they threw in extra sides, desert, and tea to make amends. Michelle was absolutely lovely and a joy to interact with, absolutely will use them again, the food was amazing and the customer service was phenomenal!“

4.1 Good123 Reviews
Maple Street Biscuit Company Breakfast • $
3904 SW Archer Rd, Gainesville

Customers` Favorites

Maple Street Biscuit Company
Bluegrass Grits Bowl
Side Fried Chicken
Chicken and Waffles
The Squawking Goat
Chicken Biscuit
Risky Biscuit
Chix Waffles
The Five

“Cody waited on us. Excellent, friendly service. On your first visit you get a free cinnamon biscuit with icing. It is a walk up, place your order, pickk up your order kind of place. Spacious and clean. We had the kids waffle which comes with a juice box. They have specialty coffee. We also had egg, bacon and biscuit with jelly. The jelly was sublime (mix of strawberry & blueberry) absolutely fantastic. The bacon was perfect also. Next time we will have to order a full waffle for the Babaa. Thanks Maple Street...we will come back and tell everyone we know about you!“

3.9 Good112 Reviews
Cracker Barrel Old Country Store American • $
4001 SW 43rd St, Gainesville

Customers` Favorites

Chicken Fried Chicken Mashed Potatoes Mac and Cheese and Fried Okra
The Cracker Barrel's Country Boy Breakfast
Grandpa's Country Fried Breakfast
Cracker Barrel Sampler
Southern Fried Chicken
Country Fried Steak
Biscuits and Gravy
Roast Beef Dinner
Chicken Fingers
Hamburger Steak

“Food was great as usual. Service was quick and friendly even though they were busy. The country store is my favorite place to buy greeting cards, and I found just what I needed. And before I left, I purchased a $6 take home meal because it's just so cheap and convenient. Love Cracker Barrel. It's the comfort food from my childhood without having to clean up the kitchen.“

3.9 Good223 Reviews
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