Guidebook for Gainesville
Food Scene
The Top
30 North Main StreetGreat food!
Locally owned and operated.
Maude's Cafe
101 SE 2nd PlLovely patio
Boca Fiesta
232 SE 1st StExcellent food, patio seating.
La Tienda
2204 SW 13th StExcellent Mexican food!
Liquid Ginger
101 SE 2nd PlGreat selection of teas. Bento boxes, sushi
Satchel's Pizza
1800 NE 23rd AveSuper pizza and salad, eclectic decor
Civilization
1511 NW 2nd StSwamp Eggs for breakfast, Sheba Plate for lunch or dinner.
Creative locavore American fare, plus wine & cocktails, served in serene decor.
13 locals recommend
Mildred's Big City Food
3445 W University AveCreative locavore American fare, plus wine & cocktails, served in serene decor.
New Deal Cafe
3443 W University AveGreat burgers!
Emiliano's Cafe
Tapas
Mi Apá Latin Café of Gainesville
114 SW 34th StGreat Cuban food and coffee.
Sweet Dreams
1522 W University AveHomemade ice cream!
The Warehouse Restaurant and Lounge
Great meals!
Mark's Prime Steakhouse
201 SE 2nd AveBest steaks in Gainesville!
Leonardo's 706
706 W University AveTasty food, excellent cocktails, great music!
Historic location, near Marjorie Kinnan Rawlings State Park.
22 locals recommend
The Yearling Restaurant
14531 Co Rd 325Historic location, near Marjorie Kinnan Rawlings State Park.
Yummy! Cafeteria style, menu changes daily. Best ropa vieja outside of Miami.
7 locals recommend
La Cocina de Abuela
125 NW 23rd AveYummy! Cafeteria style, menu changes daily. Best ropa vieja outside of Miami.
Everything Else
Headquarters Library | Alachua County Library District
401 E University AveBeautiful library!
Florida Museum of Natural History
3215 Hull RdExcellent rotating exhibits.
Harn Museum of Art
3259 Hull RdMonet!
Sightseeing
Sweetwater Wetlands Park
325 SE Williston RdBird sanctuary.
Beautiful hiking trails, opportunity to see gators up close.
102 locals recommend
Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park
100 Savannah BlvdBeautiful hiking trails, opportunity to see gators up close.
UF Bat Houses
Museum RoadLarge colony of bats that emerge en masse at sunset. Very cool!
Bivens Arm Nature Park
3650 S Main StLovely boardwalks and walking paths.
San Felasco Hammock Preserve State Park
11101 Millhopper RdMiles of beautiful trails.
Thomas Center
302 NE 6 Ave
Duckpond
Parks & Nature
Depot Park
874 SE 4 Stplayground, splash zone, strolling area
Historic home of Marjorie Kinnan Rawlings, author of The Yearling and Cross Creek. Beautiful trails, too. The Yearling Restaurant serves great lunch and dinner nearby.
18 locals recommend
Marjorie Kinnan Rawlings Historic State Park
County Road 325Historic home of Marjorie Kinnan Rawlings, author of The Yearling and Cross Creek. Beautiful trails, too. The Yearling Restaurant serves great lunch and dinner nearby.
Arts & Culture
The Hippodrome State Theatre
25 SE 2nd PlStage productions and independent films
Drinks & Nightlife
First Magnitude Brewing Company
1220 SE Veitch StLocal and craft beers.
Swamp Head Brewery
3650 SW 42nd AveStumpknocker and Midnight Oil!
Essentials
Citizens Co-op
435 S Main StLocally grown food, organic produce, locally owned and operated.
Publix Super Market at Williston Plaza
5200 SW 34th St
Publix Super Market at Gainesville Shopping Center
1302 N Main St