Guidebook for Gainesville
Food Scene
BEST Latin food ever! Our favorite dish is the Ropa Vieja with rice and pinto beans PLUS a side of Mi Apas famous Plantains. You could easily walk over as its just across the street in the Shopping Plaza.
40 locals recommend
Mi Apá Latin Café of Gainesville
114 SW 34th StBEST Latin food ever! Our favorite dish is the Ropa Vieja with rice and pinto beans PLUS a side of Mi Apas famous Plantains. You could easily walk over as its just across the street in the Shopping Plaza.
BENTO Gainesville Newberry
3832 W Newberry RdGreat Sushi and Japanese Food!
Ballyhoo Grill
3700 W University AveGreat Seafood, Steaks, and Burgers!
PDQ Restaurant
3403 W University AveKind of Like Chick-Fil-A but EVEN BETTER!
Gators Dockside Gainesville
3842 W Newberry RdSports Bar + Grill!
Sweet Dreams
1522 W University AveGreat Home Made Ice Cream!
Cold Stone Creamery
3822 W Newberry RdGreat Ice Cream!
Burrito Famous
3412 W University AveGreat Burritos...Build your own! Better than Moes!
Dragon fly definitely gets BEST SUSHI and Japanese award from us. This place is first class. Venture out and try the Short Rib Ramen... you wont be disappointed! They also can make a killer Martini VVV
111 locals recommend
Dragonfly Sushi & Sake Company
201 SE 2nd AveDragon fly definitely gets BEST SUSHI and Japanese award from us. This place is first class. Venture out and try the Short Rib Ramen... you wont be disappointed! They also can make a killer Martini VVV
Funky little place with great food and drinks! More of an Indie vibe. You MUST get the CORN NUGGETS!
175 locals recommend
The Top
30 North Main StreetFunky little place with great food and drinks! More of an Indie vibe. You MUST get the CORN NUGGETS!
Essentials
Bailey’s Gym
3441 W University Ave$10 for a Day Pass
Randy's Haircuts For Men
3729 W University AveHaircuts for Men
Entertainment & Activities
Regal Royal Park
3702 W University AveGreat Theater and Very Clean!
Ben Hill Griffin Stadium station
Go Gators!
Parks & Nature
Devils Mill Hopper
One of the Deepest Sink Holes in the World!
Go Floating down the river and find hidden crystal clear cool springs every so often. You can get a day pass per car and bring your own floats OR they also have single and double tubes, kayaks and Canoes for rental.
219 locals recommend
Ginnie Springs
7300 Ginnie Springs RoadGo Floating down the river and find hidden crystal clear cool springs every so often. You can get a day pass per car and bring your own floats OR they also have single and double tubes, kayaks and Canoes for rental.
Everything Else
University Ace Hardware
3727 W University AveJust in case you need some supplies.
Shands Hospital Emergency Room station
Shands Children Hospital
North Florida Regional Medical Center
6500 W Newberry RdNFR Hospital
Drinks & Nightlife
Knockin' Boots Saloon Gainesville
Drinks and Country Music