38 Best American Restaurants in Gainesville

“We enjoyed our first trip to Standard Service. The food was delicious and the service was great! Just wish trivia was upstairs rather than in the tap room.“

“One of the Best Huddle Houses Around“

“Family favorite of ours. Kenz is like family to us now. We always enjoy her company and the staff. Food is always fantastic. Our kids enjoy it too.“

“Wing and Burger Factory is a hidden gem that deserves all the praise it can get. From the moment you walk in, you’re greeted with the mouthwatering aroma of freshly cooked wings and burgers that sets the tone for an unforgettable meal. The menu is packed with options that cater to every craving, whether you’re in the mood for perfectly seasoned wings or a juicy, flavorful burger.

The wings at Wing and Burger Factory are a standout. They offer an incredible variety of sauces and rubs, from classic Buffalo to unique flavors you won’t find anywhere else. The wings are always cooked to perfection—crispy on the outside, tender on the inside, and generously coated in sauce. No matter what flavor you choose, you’re in for a treat.

Their burgers are just as impressive. Each one is crafted with high-quality ingredients, and you can taste the difference. The patties are juicy and flavorful, cooked just the way you like them, and the toppings are always fresh and abundant. Whether you’re going for a classic cheeseburger or something more adventurous, you won’t be disappointed.

What really makes Wing and Burger Factory stand out is the attention to detail and the quality of the food. Every item on the menu feels thoughtfully crafted and bursting with flavor. The service is friendly and efficient, making the entire experience enjoyable from start to finish.

If you’re a fan of wings, burgers, or just great food in general, Wing and Burger Factory is a must-visit. It’s the kind of place that you’ll keep coming back to, eager to try everything on the menu. Highly recommended!“

“The best food and drinks on the square 🥰“

“One of the best burgers around. Loved every bite. The extra price for fries should be more than a small handful. But the burger was amazing. Will be back for sure soon.“

“Went here for breakfast a few weeks ago. The atmosphere was pretty chill for a late morning. Ordered plate of biscuits and gravy with red hot sausage and an orange juice. The gravy was smooth and warm with the red hot giving a good amount of spice. Very curious to see what else was offered, I returned a few days later to get a burger to go as is advertised on their sign up front. The burger was surprisingly juicy and delicious. What even more surprising was learning that Mama Ruth’s has been around since 1975! With a diverse menu and friendly customer service, I can see why it has continued to thrive.“

“Great Food, Great Service, Great Value!

I recently enjoyed a fantastic lunch with my son at Cheddar's Scratch Kitchen. The friendly host quickly seated us, and our server promptly arrived with warm, buttery croissants and took our drink order.

We started with delicious cheese curds, and our main courses were equally impressive. My son's chicken and shrimp dish was a hit, while I indulged in the renowned country-fried steak with a generous side salad and creamy mashed potatoes.

The portions were incredibly generous
– the side salad could have easily been a meal on its own!

The combination of excellent food, attentive service, and affordable prices made for a truly enjoyable dining experience. I highly recommend this place to anyone looking for a satisfying meal.“

“I’ve had breakfast multiple times and multiple different items and everything has been great. Tried lunch today for the first time and the cheeseburger was the best I’ve had definitely worth checking out if you’re in the area.“

“I had a very nice experience at Deli Max! My food (for 4 people) was prepared quite quickly. My wait time was no longer than 10 minutes despite having 3 other people in front of me. Our plates were given to us as soon as they came out and we were definitely satisfied with the plates. Excellent customer service and the place was extremely clean.“

“Great food and a warm friendly environment, and low prices.“

“We love Pelican Pete’s great for date night or just a casual relaxing lunch. It’s on the water so it’s perfect. The people there are so great and the food is wonderful.!!!! And yes, the drinks are yummy too 💜😍🔥“

“First time trying it, it was good, we will be back.“

“I absolutely love coming to this location!! From day ONE Tosha took our order, and she has remembered our whole entire order by memory every single time !! She does not slip a beat , she is why we come here because she is so friendly and her service is absolutely a 10 + !! I can not speak more highly of anyone than her , she is the kinda person who actually cares about her job and her customers!! What an amazing person you have working for you , I definitely would be so thankful if I could have her at my company !! She is absolutely one in a million !!“

“Service was excellent. Drinks were quite good. I had the shrimp and grits from the new 2024-2025 fall/winter menu changes. Quite good. The grits were overdone - hence the 4 stars. Still pleased overall - the pork belly, gravy, shrimp and flavor profile were top notch.“

“The food was good! There's a lot of choices.“

“Until now I have not found another similar one in Gainesville, the preparation of the dough for the gorditas seems special to me, the dough and the filling are well sewn as well as its Menudo, except the chicken flautas are not like the ones at Plaza Fiesta but we give them 5 ⭐️“

“The service was absolutely perfect. My parmesan chicken had some unmelted cheese on the bottom and was a little dry, but tasted great. This was my first time at this location. I have never cared for the Commerce and Cornelia locations, which is why I never stopped here. It's much better and far and away the best location I've been to in quite a while.“

“The real jewels in this crown are the kind-hearted and attentive people you find here. Tim Bunch, Bobby Joe Peck, Clemente’, and Sandy Stone have collaborated literally decades of food service experience to create a delightful hacienda for hungry Epicurians. However, it is hard to beat their hot breakfast pancakes, powder sugar dusted French toast, cheddar scrambled eggs, home fries with onions, country-fried steak with scrumptious brown gravy, french fries, fried grouper filets, delicious tiny green lima beans, fresh-brewed sweet iced tea, generous fresh-cut lemon wedges, tasty spaghetti with meat sauce, complimentary jalapeño and lime juice marinated cucumbers, juicy fried chicken legs, crisp corn muffins, home baked brownies, and the hard to find 18-item deluxe salad bar. Those crunchy croutons really rock! The refreshing bite-sized cut-up fruit dishes are an additional favorite, as well as a healthy dessert choice. The only entree I don’t personally care for is the fried salmon patties. ( In my culinary opinion. they need more chopped onions and lemon juice in the mix to cut the fishy flavor.) However, many diners relish them topped with white gravy. I just cannot say enough good comments about this fine eatery and the quality individuals who frequent here. Come sample their cafeteria-style offerings. Many local people frequent this hot spot daily with good reason. Their food is great. You will not be disappointed.“

“Boneless ham spiral sliced“

“We have been looking for some little hole in the wall resturants since we moved here. Finally found this and turns out it wasn't fat from home. GREAT BBQ! We ordered a pork plate, I got the stew and slaw, husband got stew an greens. Didn't even wait til we got home to try it, the smells were so good we immediately grabbed a small bite before we left. Friendly staff and customers. Small dining room area but that was okay with us, and the prices were very reasonable!“

“good food and service. pleasant professional employees“

“They've been there 47 years, and a staple of this community. Generational family business with the best slaw dogs you've ever put in your mouth.“

“I'm new to this course. So far seems like good folks.“

“Don't let the gas station throw you off, this place is amazing.
The best torta I've had, very affordable, with very refreshing horchata.
The staff is nice and respectful.
If you're driving by and craving good Mexican, this is the place to go!“

“From Blairsville, had been by Yonah Burger many times but had not eaten there in several years. Stopped by today on a whim to grab lunch. Burger was good, kind of expensive, but so is about every place else. What really struck me, though, is the friendly greeting, they take your NAME for your order, not a number!..asked everybody ordering how their day was going and how they were, and when everybody leaves, told everybody thank you and have a great rest of your day..that is SOOO rare these days...usually a short, insincere greeting and rarely a thank you nowadays at most places..this place is a breath of fresh air! Will be back..BTW, I remember Yonah Burger as a kid back in the '70's..and I know it has survived at least one fire, and has been grazed by a tornado during those many years..I hope it continues for many more!“

“GREAT BISCUIT! I LOVE their chicken egg and cheese biscuits! I don't eat there much do to the fact that I'm not out In the area much, but on the few occasions that I've had their breakfast it has been DELICIOUS EVERY TIME! I highly recommend giving it a chance if you happen to be in the area.“

“The FOOD !! and the Coffee Too 😀👍🏻“

“Good food at a reasonable price. The owners were very nice as well as their staff. Great service, good food, friendly staff, reasonable priced what more could you ask for?“

“😀Excellent food, courteous efficient staff, nice atmosphere. I am addicted to going to First Watch.“

“we had a great meal here when we were unexpectedly in downtown Gainesville. great burgers, great fries and even took care of my two security guards.“

“Love me some waffle house!"New" waffle irons are horrible...make me want to boycott the waffles until you can actually eat them again. I'm heart broken ? with this change.This trip - food burntService - Cook too busy flirting with a waitress to get food above mediocre. My Waitress left (abandoned me) without offering refills or checking on me as well. Service was definitely under par today ?. I almost walked out just because of the poor food and lack of customer service. I drove 80 miles to get here, too ?. They were not even busy....no reason to provide such a low standard today“

“Stopped here for lunch while traveling. Service was great, food was good. Would go again if I remembered where it was! JK.

Parking: Lots of parking available, I believe the lot is also accessible for trucks/trailers/motor homes.

Wheelchair accessibility: TONS of room in the restaurant. No problem seen at all as far as accessibility.“

“My favorite WH in the local area. I drive further and pass up a few others to eat here. The food is always above par, staff is friendly and attentive, always clean, and there isn’t much riff-raff around here. The only complaint is it is a bit challenging making a left hand turn out of the parking lot at certain times of the day.“

“I went there tonight and had the best meal and the best time of all the years I've been going their. The cook and service was great Renee and Mike was funny and made us feel at home. I will definitely go back on there shift I recommend for every one go on there shift.“

“I picked up an order today and just had to review them & say THANK YOU for all the staff I saw said hello and when leaving they all said have a good evening, it was definitely a nice change to have such friendly faces smiling and kindness showed, it’s rare today! Chilis rocks!!! 💯❤️“

“Awesome staff! Incredible owners! Love the bartender, Jenn. Thanks for your hospitality.“

“Great morning breakfast . Always friendly staff“