Guidebook for Gainesville
Food Scene
This local eatery is a famous amongst Gainesville locals. Its eclectic menu and quirky, yet charming atmosphere is great at any time of day. It is often quite busy, but there is plenty of room to relax with a Swamp Head beer or an artfully-crafted cocktail at one of the two bars, play a retro arcade pinball or PacMan game, or take memorable pictures in the fully-restored photo booth. You can't go wrong ordering anything on the menu, but be sure to try the corn nuggets and/or the garlic and goat appetizer! Phenomenal!!
175 locals recommend
The Top
30 North Main StreetThis local eatery is a famous amongst Gainesville locals. Its eclectic menu and quirky, yet charming atmosphere is great at any time of day. It is often quite busy, but there is plenty of room to relax with a Swamp Head beer or an artfully-crafted cocktail at one of the two bars, play a retro arcade pinball or PacMan game, or take memorable pictures in the fully-restored photo booth. You can't go wrong ordering anything on the menu, but be sure to try the corn nuggets and/or the garlic and goat appetizer! Phenomenal!!
Wonderful local coffee shop that also offers a wide variety of both homemade dairy-based and vegan ice cream flavors. Great for a cappuccino and a light dessert after roaming the historic downtown streets.
21 locals recommend
Karma Cream
607 W University AveWonderful local coffee shop that also offers a wide variety of both homemade dairy-based and vegan ice cream flavors. Great for a cappuccino and a light dessert after roaming the historic downtown streets.
Parks & Nature
Great for hiking and enjoying the sights of sounds of Floridian nature. If you're lucky, you may be able to observe bison, wild horses, or even our state amphibian-- the alligator!
102 locals recommend
Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park
100 Savannah BlvdGreat for hiking and enjoying the sights of sounds of Floridian nature. If you're lucky, you may be able to observe bison, wild horses, or even our state amphibian-- the alligator!
Drinks & Nightlife
Great for a nightcap or a bite to eat while watching a Florida football game (Go Gators!) on one of their many flatscreen TVs.
10 locals recommend
Big Top Brewing Company Gainesville
201 SE 2nd AveGreat for a nightcap or a bite to eat while watching a Florida football game (Go Gators!) on one of their many flatscreen TVs.