Restaurants in Gainesville

Outback Steakhouse 655 Dawsonville Hwy, Gainesville Steak House • $$
655 Dawsonville Hwy, Gainesville

Customers` Favorites

Fries
Baked Potato
Alice Springs Chicken
Wings
Chicken and Shrimp Pasta
House Salad
Caesar Salad
Steak and Lobster
Lobster Tails
Grilled Shrimp

“A large group of friends and I had originally attempted to make reservations at Texas Roadhouse down the street. We were basically told no and then pushed back one hour then two.We all decided to check out Outback and were pleasantly surprised when they accommodating our party of 20 and sat us within 5 mins, without calling ahead.Lexie was top notch and had zero issues with our loud and wild group celebrating a wonderful friend’s surprise birthday dinner!The MOD (did not catch her name) went above and beyond to take care of everyone of us.Will definitely be back!”

4.6 Superb154 Reviews
Consuelo 112 Bradford St NE, Gainesville Mexican • $$
112 Bradford St NE, Gainesville

Customers` Favorites

Huarache
Enchiladas Verdes
Carnitas
Shrimp Tacos
Chile Relleno
Pozole Verde
Empanadas De Camaron
Chicken Soup
Chicken Mole
Blue Corn Tortillas with Tacos De Alambre

“The experience and food were outstanding. Natalia took great care of our table with great suggestions and amicable attitude. The ceviche and queso fundido were great appetizers and my Plato de Pepe was full of flavor, loved it. Although I will say, I regret not getting the Molcajete, looked amazing.”

4.6 Superb112 Reviews
Hopscotch Restaurant 107 Bradford St NW, Gainesville American • $$
107 Bradford St NW, Gainesville

Customers` Favorites

Brussels Sprouts
Bruschetta

“Great place to check out if you’re in Gainsville! Owner is super nice and friendly. Always puts on cool events like comedy nights and live music! Great food and great people. They brought out dog treats and a water bowl while we enjoyed dinner on the patio. Safe to say our dog Nugget loves it too! You guys rock ??”

4.6 Superb48 Reviews
Recess Southern Gastro-pub 118 Bradford St NE, Gainesville Gastropubs • $$
118 Bradford St NE, Gainesville

Customers` Favorites

Burger
Fish
Crab Cakes
Salad
Mashed Potatoes
Fried Pickles
Bang Bang Shrimp Tacos
Fish and Chips

“My first time here, and it was very good. They were busy so service took a little while, but food was worth it. I got the Nashville hot sauce on my chicken, loved it. The turnip greens were delicious. No live music where we sat, but I think they have it in the back room.”

4.4 Superb66 Reviews
LongHorn Steakhouse 1709 Browns Bridge Rd, Gainesville Steak House • $$
1709 Browns Bridge Rd, Gainesville

Customers` Favorites

French Onion Soup
The Longhorn
Mashed Potatoes
Chop Steak
Parmesan Crusted Chicken
Redrock Grilled Shrimp
Flo's Filet
Cheese Fries
Chopped Steak
Baby Back Ribs

“For me:Ribeye steak mid rare: 9Parm topping: 5 made steak too saltyBrussel sprouts: 9Mash potatoes: 7Bb'sRibeye rare: properly rareParm topping: too saltyPotato: goodSalad (with extra Parm): 9-10. Hella good”

4.3 Superb99 Reviews
Scott's Downtown 131 Bradford St NE, Gainesville Fine Dining • $$$
131 Bradford St NE, Gainesville

Customers` Favorites

Low Country Shrimp & Grits
Grilled Bourbon Salmon
Meat and Cheese Board
Grilled Salmon
Wedge Salad

“So glad Scott's has reopened! We had a 5:45 reservation for dinner last night. The place looks fantastic! The salad and entrées were so incredibly delicious. The service was great as always. Love the ambience. The new bar looks nice and before dinner drinks were good too! Looking forward to going back.”

4.4 Superb62 Reviews
Avocados Restaurant 109 Bradford St NE SE, Gainesville American • $$
109 Bradford St NE SE, Gainesville

Customers` Favorites

Salads
Grilled Cheese
Artisan Salad
Sunday Brunch
Eggs Benedict
Goat Cheese Bread
Cuban
House Made Guacamole and Chips
Grilled Fish Tacos
Home Fries

“I had the most wonderful New York Strip served with a peppercorn demi-glace, together with delicious vegetables yesterday evening. Not forgetting excellent wine.Great service and excellent street/square atmosphere.The very best,Nigel/.”

4.3 Superb77 Reviews
Luna's Restaurant 200 Main St SW, Gainesville American • $$
200 Main St SW, Gainesville

Customers` Favorites

Green Tomatoes
Chicken Marsala
Crab Cakes
Shrimp and Grits
French Onion Soup
Tiramasu
Calamari
Filet Mignon Grilled & Lobster Tail Fried
Wedge Salad Appetizer
Rack of Lamb Roasted

“Everything was wonderful! It started with the best waitress named Jessica. She was the best ever. She was great from the beginning of the meal until I left.The meal was delicious. The best salmon I have ever eaten an it was a very large portion.Luna’s was by far a 5Star+++ Restaurant.”

4.1 Good84 Reviews
YellowFin 120 Bradford St NE, Gainesville Seafood • $$
120 Bradford St NE, Gainesville

Customers` Favorites

Fried Calamari
Seafood Combo
Brussels Sprout Leaves
Roasted Red Potatoes
Salmon Provençal
Fish Tacos

“Our waiter David was the best!! Super professional, helpful with the menu, and very good food! I would go back here in a heartbeat! Love this place! I had the shrimp and grits and he had a he fish and chips! The best!!!”

4.2 Good43 Reviews
Aurelio’s Mexican Restaurant #2 1856 Thompson Bridge Rd, Gainesville Mexican • $$
1856 Thompson Bridge Rd, Gainesville

Customers` Favorites

Tamales
1 2 Mixed Fajita Nachos
Chori-Queso Cheese Dip
Burrito Mexicanos
Chimichanga
Texas

“I've driven past this place a gazillion times and haven't popped in, but I was craving Mexican tonight and they're close to home. Best decision ever!Service - Excellent! Not only was our waitress an absolute sweetheart, but I noticed other servers keeping an eye on each other's tables and clearing plates on tables that weren't theirs. Definitely seemed like a true 'team' of people who work well together.Food- Amazing! I tried a new dish (Chile poblano) and was very pleasantly surprised by it! To clarify- it was new to me, not new on their menu. It was flavorful and very filling! I sampled my husband's Tamales Verde and I would totally order them for myself. They serve pretty good sized plates at a decent price (comparable to most other restaurants in this area). We left full and happy! Zero complaints!Atmosphere- Perfection! They had live entertainment tonight - a gentleman with a guitar and music setup and he has such a soothing and pleasant voice. I could listen to him sing all night. He did lots of old songs that I wanted to sing along to but I had a mouthful of food. Lol.This is 100% a place my family will return to. I think the singer said he's there on Friday nights, so I guess I'll make sure that's when we visit again. ?Dietary restrictions: I asked for no sour cream or cheese on my son's plate, letting them know he's dairy-free, and they happily obliged.”

4.2 Good38 Reviews
Locos Grill & Pub 601 S Enota Dr NE, Gainesville Bar & Grill • $$
601 S Enota Dr NE, Gainesville

Customers` Favorites

Onion Rings
Chipotle Ranch Wrap
Southern Jam Burger
Steak Medallions
Mushroom Swiss
Fried Pickles
Cuban

“Was made to feel welcome and apart of the group from the moment I walked in, all the bartenders are super cool and there’s a pool table only a few feet from where you wet your whistle. Highly recommend the wings and the French dip sandwich it’s always bangin!”

4 Good44 Reviews
The Ville Nutrition 950 Washington St NW Suite D, Gainesville Juice • $$
950 Washington St NW Suite D, Gainesville

“If you want to get yourself a delicious shake with lots of protein, this is the place to get them! All of their options are delicious. The customer is always friendly and the atmosphere is lovely.”

4.1 Good17 Reviews
Rincón Latino #2 1421 Athens St, Gainesville Latin American • $$$
1421 Athens St, Gainesville

Customers` Favorites

Burritos
Tacos

“I order from here at least once a week for my lunch breaks and the service is always amazing. I order my food ahead of time and it is ready when I get there, the food itself is always great and they have so many options to choose from.”

4.5 Superb4 Reviews
El Sombrero 601 S Enota Dr NE, Gainesville Mexican • $$
601 S Enota Dr NE, Gainesville

Customers` Favorites

Burrito
Cheese Dip
Mixed Fajitas
Carne Asada
Chicken or Beef Enchiladas
Shrimp Fajita Quesadilla
Texas Fajitas for 2
SP Chicken Fajitas
Fried Ice Cream
Street Tacos

“Nice restaurant decor, great service. Plentiful selections on menu. Had a lunch burrito that sounded tasty. Food came out piping hot & plentiful however an ingredient listed on the menu which helped me make the decision to order that item wasn't inside the burrito. This was disappointing as mex beans are part of what makes the dishes so good along with the rice sides. The chips were fresh and the salsa hotter than most places serve. In general El Sombrero could have been better but worth a second visit to see if this was just a fluke experience. We'll see.Parking: Strip mall off enota drive with many spaces available.”

3.9 Good43 Reviews
Bistro At the Oaks 2719 Tumbling Creek Rd, Gainesville Bistros • $$
2719 Tumbling Creek Rd, Gainesville

“Excellent service, delicious food, and a wonderful experience overall. I can't wait to come back again. The samosas, the lentil fritters, tandoori chicken and that dessert! Wow! All so delicious! The staff was at the sweet spot of attentive but not overly aggressive. The environment was pleasant. Loved it!”

4 Good4 Reviews
Red Lobster 1707 Browns Bridge Rd, Gainesville Seafood • $$
1707 Browns Bridge Rd, Gainesville

Customers` Favorites

Red Lobster
Ultimate Feast
Popcorn Shrimp
Mashed Potatoes
Coleslaw
Stuffed Flounder
Endless Chowder Salad & Cheddar Bay Biscuits
Captain's Platter
Clam Chowder
Garden Salad

“The food was decent, just like any other red lobster that I've been too, as well as the atmosphere, but the service? The service was phenomenal, Our server was Kira, she was very patient, energetic, and the one of the friendliest souls, that my family's encountered! My daughter was a huge fan, Kira was so sweet with her and made us feel very welcomed! She even let my daughter keep the pen she had, because she thought it was cute! Kira deserves well more than 5 stars, but sadly that's all I was allowed to go up to!! Thank you again Kira!”

3.7 Good128 Reviews
Shane's Rib Shack 610 White Sulphur Rd Suite 100, Gainesville Barbecue • $$
610 White Sulphur Rd Suite 100, Gainesville

Customers` Favorites

Baked Beans
Texas Toast
Side Salad
Coleslaw
Medium Homemade Peach Cobbler
Small Homemade Peach Cobbler
Sweet Potato Fries
Big Dad Sandwich
Sampler Platter
BBQ Pork Plate

“WE NEED ONE IN NATCHITOCHES, LA!!?The BBQ chicken and ribs were delicious and FALL OFF THE BONE TENDER!! The side salad was fresh. Sadly, the Texas toast was barely toasted. ??‍♀️ The ordering process was easy and a young lady checked in with us several times to ask if we needed anything. ?? The atmosphere was casual with plenty of natural lighting from the windows.”

3.5 Good47 Reviews
Papa Johns Pizza 1943 Jesse Jewell Pkwy SE Unit 300, Gainesville Pizza • $$
1943 Jesse Jewell Pkwy SE Unit 300, Gainesville

Customers` Favorites

Pizza
Twix Dessert Hot Mess

“Today mom and I decided to get pizza and wings at Papa Johns,, so I placed my order online then went inside Papa John's to wait for my order. The employee (Tobias) was very welcoming and professional. The stuffed pizza was veeery good mmmm and the wings OMG delicious and so juicy. Both tasted fresh and yummy. Thank you Tobias for doing an amazing job. Mom and I will visit Papa John's again.”

3.1 Average20 Reviews
Mr. Teriyaki Japanese Steak House 821 Dawsonville Hwy, Gainesville Japanese • $$
821 Dawsonville Hwy, Gainesville

Customers` Favorites

Sushi
Salad
Shrimp and Fried Rice
Birthday Cheesecake
Shrimp Fried Rice
Hibachi Chicken
California Roll
Hibachi Steak
Birthday Cake
Tuna

“I love this place! The food is always delicious and the staff are so kind. I typically order carry out for lunch because it is close to my job and they are so fast. 10/10.”

3.3 Good57 Reviews
Smoothie King 890 Dawsonville Hwy Suite E, Gainesville Juice • $$
890 Dawsonville Hwy Suite E, Gainesville

“Place is amazing so kind McKayla was so kind we need more people like her working she deserves a major raise …I’m on vacation and it made my vacation that much more enjoyable!!! thank you so much ”

2.7 Average22 Reviews
Mr. Teriyaki #2 1925 Jesse Jewell Pkwy #100, Gainesville Japanese • $$
1925 Jesse Jewell Pkwy #100, Gainesville

Customers` Favorites

Sushi
Steak
Miso Soup
Burning Love Roll
Chicken Hibachi
Spider Roll
Chicken Fried Rice

“I dine in after work at least once a month with a coworker and I can honestly say they have great Food and Excellent Customer Service, and it's why we keep coming back. I love the Hibachi shrimp and scallops; The veggies are great, steamed to perfection, and layered over an abundance of succulently grilled shrimp. The sauce was a flavorful compliment to layers of rice, scallops and veggies. The staff were very polite and attentive when we entered and graced us with excellent customer service during our entire visit. Great experience after a long day at work. If you haven't stopped by to eat, you should.”

3.2 Average66 Reviews

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