Guidebook for Gainesville

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Guidebook for Gainesville

Food Scene

The workers there are so nice, it is cheap, and the coffee is out of this world legit.
40 locals recommend
Mi Apá Latin Café of Gainesville
114 SW 34th St
40 locals recommend
The workers there are so nice, it is cheap, and the coffee is out of this world legit.
It is just iconic, to eat at the Swamp. 10/10 sweet potato fries.
24 locals recommend
The Swamp Restaurant
1104 SW 2nd Ave
24 locals recommend
It is just iconic, to eat at the Swamp. 10/10 sweet potato fries.
Best place to go for an easy no-fuss dinner and post-tailgate meal. Greasy burgers, poutine fries, and alcoholic root beer floats all the way.
Relish
1702 W University Ave
Best place to go for an easy no-fuss dinner and post-tailgate meal. Greasy burgers, poutine fries, and alcoholic root beer floats all the way.
BEST Mexican with the funkiest vibes. Awesome margs with all-natural ingredients.
31 locals recommend
Boca Fiesta
232 SE 1st St
31 locals recommend
BEST Mexican with the funkiest vibes. Awesome margs with all-natural ingredients.
Although there are now multiple locations because of the popularity, it is warranted. Huge portions of delicious and unique breakfast options. Yo Hala on the Square will keep you full for DAYS.
16 locals recommend
Metro Diner
2130 SW 34th St
16 locals recommend
Although there are now multiple locations because of the popularity, it is warranted. Huge portions of delicious and unique breakfast options. Yo Hala on the Square will keep you full for DAYS.
It has delicious vegetarian options, a make your own grilled cheese sandwich option, and a really chill outdoor back patio. Very hip place, one of those places where you want to be seen at.
175 locals recommend
The Top
30 North Main Street
175 locals recommend
It has delicious vegetarian options, a make your own grilled cheese sandwich option, and a really chill outdoor back patio. Very hip place, one of those places where you want to be seen at.

Drinks & Nightlife

SAKE BOMBS
Tatu Sushi Bar & Lounge
1702 W University Ave
SAKE BOMBS
Always have great bands on rotation. Anywhere from a Johnny Cash cover band to a Rocky Horror Picture Show Live.
12 locals recommend
High Dive
210 SW 2nd Ave
12 locals recommend
Always have great bands on rotation. Anywhere from a Johnny Cash cover band to a Rocky Horror Picture Show Live.
Behind Boca, it has great local bands on rotation. Select nights are trivia as well!
7 locals recommend
the Backyard at Boca Fiesta & Palomino
Southeast 1st Street
7 locals recommend
Behind Boca, it has great local bands on rotation. Select nights are trivia as well!
It is just one of those classic "good ole' boy" bars. Simple and to the point. The signature drink is the zipperhead, have fun!z ALSO great early bird drink specials.
6 locals recommend
Salty Dog Saloon
1712 W University Ave
6 locals recommend
It is just one of those classic "good ole' boy" bars. Simple and to the point. The signature drink is the zipperhead, have fun!z ALSO great early bird drink specials.

Parks & Nature

Go to the boardwalk in the East side of town to walk on a swamp, see alligators, wild horses, and possibly buffalo.
20 locals recommend
Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park Observation Platform
Florida 25
20 locals recommend
Go to the boardwalk in the East side of town to walk on a swamp, see alligators, wild horses, and possibly buffalo.

Arts & Culture

I mean, Gainesville wouldn't be Gainesville without this
26 locals recommend
Ben Hill Griffin Stadium station
26 locals recommend
I mean, Gainesville wouldn't be Gainesville without this

Essentials

Literally the best grocery store I have ever been to. I actually get excited to buy groceries when I know I am going here.
28 locals recommend
Lucky's Market
1459 NW 23rd Ave
28 locals recommend
Literally the best grocery store I have ever been to. I actually get excited to buy groceries when I know I am going here.