Gainesville · Alachua County, FL

Food & Drink in Gainesville

Scout analyzed 80 Gainesville places and surfaced the ones that actually fit food & drink.

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Typical spend

$35

Typical visit

1.2 hr

Best neighborhoods for food & drink

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Pleasant Street

1 matching spots

College Park

1 matching spots

Innovation District

1 matching spots

Sugarfoot

1 matching spots

Porters Community

1 matching spots

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Food & Drink

One Love Cafe

One Love Cafe is good for a casual meal with friends or family, especially if looking for outdoor seating, games, or live music. Expect to spend 1-2 hours and around $15-35 per person for food and drinks.

FoodLive musicOutdoors

$15–$35 typical1.3 hr visiteasy parking

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The Honeybee Café

The Honeybee Café is suitable for a quick, relaxed solo or small group outing, ideal for a coffee and pastry. Expect to spend $5-15 per person for about 30 minutes.

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$5–$15 typical45 min visiteasy parking

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Wyatt's Coffee

Wyatt's Coffee is ideal for a quick solo stop or a casual meet-up, taking about 30 minutes for a coffee and a pastry. Expect to spend $5-$15 per person.

FoodShoppingRelaxed

$5–$15 typical45 min visitmoderate parking

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Spurrier's Gridiron Grille

Spurrier's Gridiron Grille is suitable for a relaxed meal with friends or family, often before or after a local sporting event. Expect to spend 1.5 to 2 hours and roughly $20-45 per person for a main course and drinks.

FoodSportsRelaxed

$20–$45 typical1.3 hr visiteasy parking

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Public & General Restaurant

This is a good spot for a relaxed meal of elevated sandwiches and salads in a vintage-chic pub setting. Plan for about an hour and expect to spend $20-$40 per person for food and a drink, with a gourmet market also available.

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$20–$40 typical1.3 hr visitmoderate parking

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Embers Wood Grill

This high-end chophouse is suitable for a special occasion dinner, offering surf 'n' turf with a broad wine list and full bar. Expect a 90-minute visit costing $75-$150 per person.

FoodCocktailsOutdoors

$75–$150 typical1.5 hr visiteasy parking

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BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse

BJ's Brewhouse is a good option for a casual meal or drinks, suitable for families or a relaxed outing with friends. Expect to spend 1-2 hours and around $20-40 per person for food and a drink.

FoodCocktailsSports

$20–$40 typical45 min visiteasy parking

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Ford's Garage Gainesville

Ford's Garage is a casual American restaurant suitable for a family meal or a laid-back outing, offering burgers and drinks. Expect to spend $15-30 per person for an hour and a half visit.

FoodCocktailsRelaxed

$15–$30 typical1.5 hr visiteasy parking

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Harry's Seafood Bar & Grille

Harry's is a good choice for a casual dinner or lunch with New Orleans-inspired seafood and cocktails. Expect to spend 1.5 hours and around $30-60 per person.

FoodCocktailsRelaxed

$30–$60 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking

Pleasant Street

The TOP

The TOP is a solid choice for a casual meal or drinks downtown, fitting well before or after an event or for a relaxed evening out. Expect to spend $15-35 per person and stay for about an hour and fifteen minutes.

FoodCocktailsRelaxed

$15–$35 typical1.3 hr visitmoderate parking

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Mark's Prime Steakhouse

Mark's Prime Steakhouse is a destination for a formal dinner, typically lasting about 1.5 hours and costing $75-150 per person, well-suited for celebrations or a high-end date night.

FoodCocktailsRelaxed

$75–$150 typical1.3 hr visitmoderate parking

College Park

Pascal's Coffeehouse

This is a good spot for a solo work session or a casual catch-up over coffee, expect to spend an hour and around $5-15 per person on drinks and snacks. It pairs well with a nearby park visit or study session.

FoodShoppingRelaxed

$5–$15 typical45 min visitmoderate parking

Innovation District

The Swamp Restaurant

The Swamp Restaurant is a lively spot for casual American food and drinks, especially on game days. Expect a bustling atmosphere for a 1.5-hour visit, with typical spending around $20-40 per person.

FoodCocktailsLive music

$20–$40 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking

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Original American Kitchen (OAK)

OAK is good for an evening meal or drinks before or after exploring downtown Gainesville. Expect to spend $30-70 per person on new Southern fare and craft cocktails, with a typical visit lasting 1.5 hours.

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$30–$70 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking

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CYM Coffee Co

CYM Coffee Co is a good stop for a relaxed solo or small group outing, offering coffee and light fare in a cozy setting. Expect to spend an hour and around $5-15 per person.

FoodShoppingRelaxed

$5–$15 typical45 min visiteasy parking

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Coffee Culture

This coffee shop is good for a quick stop for a drink and a snack, typically costing $5-15 per person for a visit of about 30 minutes. It pairs well with starting a day of errands or as a mid-afternoon break.

FoodShoppingRelaxed

$5–$15 typical45 min visiteasy parking

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Ellianos Coffee

Ellianos Coffee is a drive-thru chain best for a quick stop to grab coffee, espresso, and breakfast items on the go. Expect to spend 5-15 minutes and $5-15 per person.

FoodShoppingRelaxed

$5–$15 typical45 min visiteasy parking

Sugarfoot

108 Vine

108 Vine is a coffee shop suitable for a casual stop for a drink and a small bite, pairing well with errands or a quiet break. Expect to spend $5-$15 per person for a visit of 30 minutes to an hour.

FoodShoppingRelaxed

$5–$15 typical45 min visiteasy parking

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Prime & Pearl

Prime & Pearl is a higher-end steakhouse best suited for an evening meal, typically lasting 1.5 to 2 hours. Expect to spend $75-$150+ per person for food and drinks.

FoodCocktailsRomantic

$75–$150 typical1.3 hr visiteasy parking

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Kava Gator Coffee Shop

This coffee and tea house is suitable for a quick solo stop or a casual catch-up, typically lasting under an hour and costing under $15 per person for drinks and a light bite.

FoodShoppingRelaxed

$5–$15 typical45 min visitmoderate parking

Porters Community

Tinker Restaurant - Main St.

Tinker Restaurant offers Latin American cuisine and cocktails, suitable for a casual meal or an evening out. Plan for 1-1.5 hours and expect to spend $25-50 per person.

FoodCocktailsRelaxed

$25–$50 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking

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Alpin Bistro

Alpin Bistro is good for a French dinner or brunch, featuring seasonal plates on a hip patio. Plan for a 1.5-hour visit costing $35-75 per person, and reservations are recommended.

FoodCocktailsOutdoors

$35–$75 typical1.3 hr visitmoderate parking

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Amrit Palace

Amrit Palace is suitable for a relaxed meal, often paired with a movie or after a day of errands. Expect to spend 60-90 minutes and $15-30 per person.

FoodRelaxedSocial

$15–$30 typical1.3 hr visiteasy parking

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Curia On The Drag

A good spot for a casual coffee, vegan meal, or an afternoon drink. Expect to spend an hour and under $20 per person for a drink and snack or light meal.

FoodCocktailsShopping

$5–$20 typical45 min visiteasy parking