Restaurants in Gainesville

“Amazing service and vibes! I recommend the Truffle Club - delcious turkey, bacon, lettuce and tomato with the special touch of truffle mayo was absolutely delicious. Their standard drip coffee is high quality -- refills for $1! Reliable WiFi. Great place to work virtually or study. I have enjoyed all 3 of my visits so far and will be back.”

“Wonderful recommendation to try the ravioli!! Absolutely perfect!! Had the side salad after and it was the best palate cleanser!! I enjoyed the server as well…very courteous in taking me order and those phone in orders. Brown hair, wearing a 250 year anniversary shirt in red!!! Excellent job!!!”

“Pakwaan Indian Cuisine in Gainesville is an outstanding choice for a family meal. Visiting with four family members, we were warmly welcomed into a spotless, inviting, and modern space, setting the tone for a relaxing evening together. The staff's hospitality was top-notch—friendly and attentive throughout our visit. For drinks, we enjoyed their refreshing mango lassi and, for the adults, a round of thoughtfully crafted cocktails from the bar—each beverage paired perfectly with our meal and added a special touch to our dinner. Appetizer highlights included the papadum with flavorful chutneys, crispy samosas, and the sought-after chili chicken—all served hot, fresh, and packed with authentic Indian spices. Our main courses were equally memorable. The classic chicken tikka masala and chicken madras came out bursting with flavor and were complemented beautifully by fragrant basmati rice and soft, garlicky naan. Vegetarian standouts like dal tadka, paneer makhani, and palak paneer truly impressed the whole family, demonstrating authenticity and skill in every bite. To finish, the kheer dessert delighted everyone at the table. Highly recommended for families looking to treat themselves in Gainesville VA.”

“From start to finish everything was perfect and the food is authentic and delicious!!!”

“Such a GREAT place to eat. The staff are so warm and welcoming, makes me feel at home. Love the people and of course the amazing juicy barbecue. You just got yourself a new regular!”

“Great service and food !!”

“Love the food and ambience was also amazing ❤️”

“Está tan rica la comida en Sazón Latina. he ido dos veces en familia y ordenamos, lomo saltado, tacos, pescado frito, pupusas, pollo con camarones, chicharrón con yuca. La comida save tan rica y fresca. Cada platillo ha sido buenísimo. la atención que te dan también es exelente, te sientes bienvenido. Angie nos atendió hoy y fue tan amigable y profesional con nosotros. The food at Sazón Latina does not disappoint. my family and I have tried several different dishes and each one has been amazing. the food tastes incredible, and the ingredients are fresh and too quality. The service is wonderful, very friendly and welcoming. I'm amazed that the place wasn't packed both times I've been there, but if you're thinking about it, go try it and spread the word on this local business.”

“What do I recommend? Everything! Even the music, the vibe, the sauces, you name it. It may strike you as expensive til you realize the portion size means you've got lunch for tomorrow.”

“We always get good service. Elmer and Yanira are two of the best examples.”

“Amazing quality of food! Staff were friendly! And the place was clean”

“HELLO I EAT HERE ALMOST ONCE A WEEK AND I HAVE NOT BEEN DISAPOINTED YET. THE STAFF TOP NOTCH AND FOOD IS GREAT. IF YOU HAVE NOT TRIED THEM PLEASE DO SO. ORLANDO FROM HAYMARKET. ITS A 10 OUT OF 10”

“love the food, great staff always making sure everything is good. our favorite pizza place. Come for food, leave as a friend 🧡”

“Excellent food and service!! Friendly staff reasonably priced. Very nice and clean restaurant. I highly recommend!!!”

“Had a decent experience overall. The food was okay,my kids really enjoyed their meals, which made the visit worthwhile! Our waitress was an older, very sweet lady who was friendly and pleasant. Overall, it was a nice place for a casual family meal.”

“A hidden gem in an unassuming strip mall, this restaurant is a fusion of Italian, Ethiopian, and Mediterranean - in the best way possible. Original menu with delicious food, solid service, and a good wine menu. Highly recommended, don't miss out!”

“Woooooooooo 🔥 love dat. If you haven’t try them yet , you missing a genuine gem . Explore theirs menu , whole things was finger licking goodness😋”

“Husband and I eat breakfast on Sundays at Gainesville Diner. Such a friendly atmosphere, our food is always delicious and hot. Amy is always our waitress--she is absolutely amazing, always friendly, and makes us feel as though we are her very dear friends. She brings us our coffee first thing without us even having to ask for it. The food is great, but Amy is what makes Gainesville Diner so very special.”

“Nice light thin crust pizza, very good salad and some of the best onion rings we've ever had. Plus a cute collection of those old time $1 small toy in a capsule vending machines which I love!”

“We love Passion Fin and highly recommend the restaurant.”

“We made our first visit to Blue Ridge Seafood today, and loved it! Awesome old school seafood/crab place. Super friendly staff. Grandkids got their first blue crabs. 🦀🦀”

“Excellent Korean fried chicken. High quality chicken with real crunchy batter and delicious sauce. They must use clean oil, unlike some other korean chicke places. Also, very friendly staff! I would definitely come back.”

“Love the service and friendly stuff”

“I had a birthday dinner here with my whole family. We got our own table, personal service from the best chef, and since it was closing time, as many balloon animals as my toddler could hold. The food is always fantastic, but you come for the show.”

“Don't get out here often but when I do I like the Dagwood. Today was great Ms Katherine helped me and was such a delight. She kept checking on me and seeing if I needed something. It's great to know in the world we live in, that there is still beautiful people with such kindness around. Thank you so much Katherine for being so nice and making lunch a great experience.”

“Audrey is the GOAT. Burger was bussin. Absolutely try this place!”

“The meatballs were ok!! Amazing selection of IPAs whoever selects them does a good job 👏 Some nice selections in the whiskey groups too.”

“Did NOT disappoint! Enjoyed a tasty meal at La Finca this weekend. Staff was friendly and attentive. Most important, the food was delish. Salsa was smooth--just a hint of heat and not too much cilantro. Beef and chicken flautas offered a great crunch and tender meat filling. Chile relleno, filled with melty cheesy goodness, was a hit! The skinny margarita was as you'd expect--good, but not quite the punch of a regular margarita. The mango-habanero shrimp was a beautiful presentation and the sauce packed a great, sweet kick--minus a star for shrimp being really over cooked (easy fix for the kitchen, though). Sounds like the new management team is off to a promising start and we can't wait to visit again!”

“My boyfriend and I recently stopped at Nando’s for lunch. The food was amazing, staff and service were excellent, and we will definitely be back. Steve the manager was also great. 10/10”

“Always a 10/10 experience!”

“I recently tried the newly opened McAllisters deli, & it was a very pleasant surprise. I was greeted by warm faces and had an extremely kind employee by the name of Zara take care, & bring my food out with perfection. The food was delightful and I 100% reccomend you guys to try the delicious baked potatoes. I will be visiting again, not just for the food but for the incredibly attentive staff.”

“O.M.G! Had my first cake from Nothing Bundt Cakes and my tastebuds have never been so happy! I got the strawberry cheesecake and had to stop myself from eating the entire bundtlet in one sitting. Absolutely delicious. I recommend 100 stars!”

“Outstanding food, one of the best peruvian restaurants I have ever visited. Clean, great service and the chicken was outstanding.”

“Margaritas always nails it! Customer Service is always very very friendly. For take out they get you in and out quickly. And best of all my picky husband really liked their chicken cheesesteaks. As a Philly native he is very particular and Margaritas as I said nailed it! #newregulars”

“Clean, everything is fresh both times I’ve gone to this new location, and the staff is friendly and prompt. I’m excited they are here so every month I go to European Wax Center to get my wax, I have something yummy to treat myself to afterwards.”

“Had a great experience. I accidentally dropped my pretzel nuggets all over the floor as soon as they were handed to me and they immediately helped me clean them off the floor and gave me new ones.”

“Easily the best place to be in Gainesville for all the craft beer drinkers, music lovers and BBQ eaters!!! I frequent this place on a weekly basis, not just because it's close to the house, but because it's a FUN atmosphere. There are dart boards, arcade games, board games, live music, comedy shows and good food. You can host private parties here too!!! CHECK IT OUT!!!! 60+ taps of beer and TOP SHELF bourbon/whiskey!”

“Sarah is excellent bartender and server. We always enjoying seeing her for brunch on Sundays.”

“Awesome customer service, food is phenomenal, Wings are fire one of my recommendations.. never can go wrong With that option and they got plenty of Sauces to choose from one of my favorite is this sweet Thai chili.”

“Shiny, very shiny. This space is like 9x the size of Tysons - lots of seating and even a private room you can reserve. Seems like a good spot to bring a laptop or meet a friend. Lots of items on the menu, a little for every type of diet. They also have serve yourself bakery items.

I got a Turkish coffee and pistachio donut. Turkish coffee in photo showed a much larger size; what you get is equivalent to 2 shots of espresso. It was good, but misleading with the size. Donut was yummy if a little dense, not as airy as I likey donuts. Sweetness was perfect.

There is a whole market of Shotted brand merchandise; I don't understand why people would want to get shotted t-shirts and sweatshirts, but if you make it, people will buy it. They are definitely leaning into the coffee shop as a destination. If you are in the far suburbs outside of a major city, it's easy to become desperate for a place to go. Please don't lean into that hype. It's great to have an option outside of Starbucks; the trendier it becomes, the less people will want to go once they feel like they've checked it off the list.”

“The food was excellent and the service was amazing! Our very attentive server was there every time we needed him, and he brought out all of our requests quickly while minding the meat on the grill. Great experience, would definitely go again.”

“This place so good. I loved my strawberry mango smoothie and family all enjoy their items. The fruit on the acai bowls are so fresh also.”

“Love how they don’t use powder!!”

“We have ordered from Afghan Famous Kabob several times for family gatherings and we have never been disappointed! The staff is friendly and helpful, the food is always perfect and delicious, and is ready for pick-up at the agreed-upon time. This past week we received wonderful service and delicious food, as always. We will always come back!! Thank you!!! ❤️”

“Great food and drinks! The staff made it even more fun! Great spot!”

“i love wegmans their my favorite company”

“Clean, bright, and good vibes all around. A great spot to chill and enjoy some spicy food. Laid-back atmosphere with good music and a welcoming feel. The chicken was perfectly crispy and juicy—easily some of the best Nashville-style hot chicken I’ve had!”

“Your restaurant has been a favorite of mine for years - you truly offer something for everyone. Plz consider adding nights for a VIP section with premium service. Small changes like alternative seating or a refreshed bar setup could reduce repetition and elevate the experience. I know your team has the creativity to pull it off. Keep it up. You are doing great...”

“They have the best custom cakes and a perfect party room! Thanks to Mary for making our experience super awesome!”

“I always enjoy the honey crisp chicken salad!!”

“I would like to appreciate the amazing staff and excellent service at Subway. The team was very friendly, respectful, and hardworking. The restaurant was clean, and the food was fresh and delicious. Thank you for providing such great customer service and making every visit a pleasant experience. Keep up the great work!”

“the food is very yummy and it helps me to be healthy and i get to smile when i am in the restrauant”

“Yes the service slow but its a small family restaurant so you have take that into account. Maybe they should hire more but i am not sure if they get enough traffic to afford it. The food is good though. Its worth the wait. The subs are piled with a ton of meat and the pizza was good.”

“Love the service as always but just wanted the owner to be aware as I set there and ate along many other customers the cashier (male) kept looking to make sure the woman making the sandwiches weren’t looking and was pocketing the tips out of the tip jar. Never say anything on these reviews but just wanted to since that’s not fair to them and guaranteed it’s not the first time. If you want to review cameras it was from 1:00-1:15 today 9/9.”

“🤣🤣🤣 It’s the perfect place to go and hang out especially if the nail salon is not open! I highly recommend the Cobb salad and Cleveland Brownie Sunday. I’ll hit the gym tomorrow!”

“The Steak and Cheese Sub was very good and delivery was fast. I highly recommend this restaurant!”

“solid location despite being new; chill staff
girl who did my burrito (which I always ask for a lot on to the point where it's hard to wrap) was really kind and intentional to make sure it was all secure
overall efficient people there with nice service”

“Great and fast service, Chris was helpful and polite. Food was prepared fast and quickly”

“We love it!!!

Always excellent food! It's a must stop every time we are in the area. Family run too and it shows with excellent service!!!”

“My son an I LOVE MOD Pizza. The pizza is made just how you want it. The toppings were fresh and we had our pizzas in no time. The hot honey drizzle on top makes the pizza. Can't wait to go again.”

“A solid option when you want something quick and familiar. The menu has the classic chicken sandwiches, nuggets and waffle fries, with convenient carry-out and delivery options available. Everything is straightforward and easy when you’re looking for a quick meal.”

“I can’t remember if I’m spelling the name right but Mausim (or Masum) is always helpful and kind. I always feel the peace when I come in and he’s helping me. Great staff overall, food is always fresh, counter where food is being made is always clean, and the atmosphere is ALWAYS conducive for a great experience. Thank you all!!!!”

“The only downside of this place is that they dont deliver. The food is so good, i go pick it up anyway. Good food, always ready quickly, reasonable prices, polite and friendly staff. Go to China inn.”

“My family and I truly love this restaurant, the food and service is amazing! The fajitas are mouthwatering and the appetizers are delicious😋
Workers are excellent at their job and are kind.
For owner- I recommend an app called too good to go, it helps prevent food waste and supports the local community.”

“Its a good burger, had not been to a 5guys in a long time. I did like it better then smash or shake shack.Lots of toppings to choose from. From what I remembered the normal order of fries was a whole field worth of potatoes, so just got a small order and it was still a bunch. They dont skimp on fries.
They are a bit more pricey then others but the meat was good, and for an occasional fast food burger craving, its worth it.”

“Easily deserves five stars because it’s only one of 3 starbucks in the dmv I know that still has the full ice cubes instead of the annoying little ones.”

“We've been driving all the way down to Moby Dicks at the Kentlands, and then to the new Shady Grove restaurant, from Thurmont, MD. Yes, the food is that good! Now there's one in Frederick.���”

“I was really excited to try the chicken salad subs, however they weren’t to my taste. It was really bland and lacking flavor. However the workers here are phenomenal! They should both get a raise and promoted- it was one girl and a guy. The girl was really nice and made the order with care and the guy handled my concerns amazingly! I’m really upset I didn’t like it, but the people here made up for it!”

“Stopped in for a quick dinner for two. Was immediately engaged by super friendly and helpful staff. Ordered up two Duble stacked avocado bacon ranch burgers with an order of fries and tater tots. Location was very nice, clean and comfortable.

Service was quick, food was presented very well and portions were great. Burgers were delicious and fresh, fires and tots were crisp & cooked to perfection. I'd recommend this location to anyone local and or visiting to catch a movie at the Regal theater next door. My compliments to the staff and cook!

5*****”

“I made a last-minute reservation at IHOP in Gainesville, Virginia, for a late dinner around 8:30 PM for a group of 30 people. When I arrived, there were only two waiters working and just a few customers, but the manager, Ulises, was kind enough to step in and help one of the waiters, Khrist, serve our group. The service was excellent, and it didn’t take long to place our orders or receive our food. Everything was great, and since 28 out of 30 in our group were seniors, the manager kindly gave us a 10% discount. My T-bone steak was cooked perfectly, and the rest of the group enjoyed a variety of dishes. We finished our meal within an hour. Overall, it’s a great place to eat with fast service and friendly staff.”

“The costumer service is great!!!”