Guidebook for Gainesville
Food Scene
Satchel's Pizza
1800 NE 23rd AveUnique pizza spot on the East side of Gainesville. Great salads.
Karma Cream
607 W University AveOrganic Coffee Shop/ Vegan Ice Cream
New Deal Cafe
3443 W University AveGreat Burgers
Ballyhoo Grill
3700 W University AveOutdoor Tiki Hut Seating. Live Music most nights.
Vine Sourdough Bakery
627 N Main StGreat Fresh Pastries
Leonardo's By The Slice
1245 W University AveIconic Pizza shop located near UF Campus
Blue Gill Quality Food
1310 SW 13th StFresh Seafood dishes and a great bar menu
Chopstix Cafe
3500 SW 13th StPan Asian cuisine with a nice Lakefront view
A little bit of a drive but the best Italian the area has to offer. Make a reservation.
15 locals recommend
Antonio's Made In Italy
22050 N US Hwy 441A little bit of a drive but the best Italian the area has to offer. Make a reservation.
Bangkok Square
6500 SW Archer RdGreat Thai Food
Backstreet Blues Chop House and Oyster Bar
6500 SW Archer RdGo on Tuesday nights. 1/2 priced oysters.
Reggae Shack Cafe
619 W University AveThe Top
30 North Main StreetGreat atmosphere and food. Make a reservation.
Great BBQ and a nice venue. Best bourbon selection in town.
20 locals recommend
MOJO Hogtown Bar-B-Que, Smoked Meats Whiskey Bar
12 SE 2nd AveGreat BBQ and a nice venue. Best bourbon selection in town.
Dragonfly Sushi & Sake Company
201 SE 2nd AveBest Sushi in the City. Make a reservation
Indian Cuisine
3550 SW 34th StGreat Lunch Buffet
Crane Ramen
16 SW 1st AveHomemade Ramen noodle spot. Be prepared for a wait.
Drinks & Nightlife
Brand new venue close to the Stadium with a ton of TV's. Rooftop Bar
21 locals recommend
The Social at Midtown
1728 W University AveBrand new venue close to the Stadium with a ton of TV's. Rooftop Bar
Voted one of the best College bars in the country. No frills but cheap drinks and a great juke box.
6 locals recommend
Salty Dog Saloon
1712 W University AveVoted one of the best College bars in the country. No frills but cheap drinks and a great juke box.
The Swamp Restaurant
1104 SW 2nd AveFamous for its front lawn. Visited by many fans on gamedays.
High Dive
210 SW 2nd AveMusic venue has lots of local flavor
Loosey's Downtown Gainesville
120 SW 1st AveGreat bar food, live music.
Fluid Lounge
140 SW 128th StAway from the Students. Great craft cocktails
World of Beer Gainesville - 34th
3265 SW 34th StGainesville House Of Beer
19 W University AveSwamp Head Brewery
3650 SW 42nd AveLocal Brewer. Schedule a tour
First Magnitude Brewing Company
1220 SE Veitch StArcade Bar
6 E University AveNostalgic bar with lots of old Arcade Games
The Dime
4 E University AveOriginal American Kitchen
15 SE 1st AveTall Paul's Brew House
10 SE 2nd AveGreat Spot for drinks
Sightseeing
Ben Hill Griffin Stadium station
Go Gators
Depot Park
874 SE 4 StWalking Paths and Splash Park for Kids
Parks & Nature
La Chua Trail
La Chua TrailIf you want to see Alligators this is the place to be
O'Leno State Park & River Rise
410 SE Oleno Park RdSweetwater Preserve
309 SE 16th AveCedar Lakes Woods and Gardens
4990 NE 180th AveDevils Mill Hopper
San Felasco State Hammock Preserve Hiking Trailhead
11101 Millhopper RdArts & Culture
Matheson History Museum
513 E University AveHarn Museum of Art
3259 Hull RdShopping
Paddiwhack
1510 NW 13th StEcclectic Shop with jewlery, paintings, sculptures, etc.
Ward's Supermarket
515 NW 23rd AveLocal Grocer
Publix Super Market at West Gate Shopping Center
3315 W University Ave