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Updated on 11/5/2023

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Mildreds Big City Food

Contemporary American

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4.8

(569)

We are North Central Florida's farm-to-table, local, sustainable foods restaurant. Operated by Bert and Tara Gill, Mildred's offers a seasonally changing menu highlighting what is available locally.
Offering quality and freshness with no shortcuts, our team prepares each dish from scratch.
We serve local produce and fresh Florida seafood every day. We also feature a full bar, an award winning wine list and homemade cakes and cheesecakes.
Mildred's is proud to say we serve Gainesville's best food! We are also in the Golden Spoon Hall of Fame for our dedication to great food and service year after year.
Reservations for lunch are not necessary.

Mark's Prime Steakhouse and Seafood - Gainesville

We are operating in strict accordance with CDC, State of Florida and Alachua County regulations. We have limited seating in our dining room to ensure proper social distancing. Reservations are strongly encouraged. We are offering take out curb side service for those who would like to enjoy Mark's at home. Delivery is also available through 352Delivery.com. Our wine and beer selections are available for take out. As always, we thank you for your continued support.
-Mark's Prime Steakhouse Management Team

Black Prong Bar & Grill

Featuring a full bar, lite bites, and select entrees, the Black Prong Bar & Grill welcomes you to grab a cocktail, settle into our lounge area, and catch up with friends.

Sensei Asian Bistro unites classic along with modern Asian elements in a sophisticated, contemporary setting.
Right across street from Regal Cinemas in Celebration Pointe!
Indoor and outdoor patio (covered) seating available.
Give us any detail you are comfortable with for your special occasion! (Names, # of yrs for anniversary, Birthday, etc.) We love to make your day personal and memorable.

Prime & Pearl is a sublime, delightfully original chophouse in Gainesville, Florida that believes unexpected, flavorful pairings lead to something magical. From steaks, dry-aged for 45 days to uniquely crafted cocktails, dining at Prime & Pearl is an experience. One you won’t soon forget.
Our focus is on bringing things together—often unexpected things—to make something creative and authentic. We believe a sense of wonder is an integral part of every memorable dining experience in our space.
Enjoy a local, hand-selected 25-ounce Porterhouse ribeye perfectly dry-aged on-site. Taste an array of oysters from our own gulf waters up to the shores of New England and Canada. Choose a unique steak knife that reflects your personality. Quench your thirst for originality with a personalized Prime & Pearl Bourbon or Whiskey. Whatever you do, don’t eat ordinary.

Amelia's Italian Cuisine

Gainesville's Finest Italian Cuisine for over 30 years! Located downtown in the Sun Center (Behind the Hippodrome). Amelia's brings you back to its Northern Italian cuisine roots with top quality food, service, and ambiance.

Dave & Buster's - Gainesville

Top-rated hospitality

Each Dave & Buster’s has more state-of-the-art games than ever, more mouth-watering menu items and the most innovative drinks anywhere. From wings to steaks, we’ve got whatever suits your appetite and our premium bar assures we’re stocked to satisfy! Plus, you can watch your game on one of our massive HDTVs with epic stadium sound.

Covey Kitchen + Cocktails

Covey Kitchen and Cocktails offers a stellar menu crafted by Chef Andy Niedenthal with a focus on American cuisine with global influences. In 2022, the restaurant earned a coveted spot on Yelp's Top 100 Restaurants in the USA. Their hand-crafted cocktails earn rave reviews and the bar features an impressive wine list and local beers. The elegant culinary experience starts with complimentary valet parking. Indoor and outdoor seating is available.
Open seven days a week for breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
Brunch is available Sunday from 11am-2pm.
Live Jazz Sundays and Wednesdays
Valet parking is FREE for all guests

Shula's Steak House - Gainesville

Price: Very Expensive

The Shula's Story
Established in 1989, Shula's Steak House started with one goal in mind - to carry on the legacy of Coach Don Shula, one of the greatest coaches in NFL history. 30 years later, we've taken that goal and run with it. We're proud to offer the highest quality steaks, fresh-caught seafood, and tantalizing sides.
Inspired by Coach
Winners are a different breed. Winners work hard, winners value the small details, and winners never cut corners.
When Coach Don Shula opened the first Shula's Steak House in 1989, he took his winning formula to a whole new level. He wanted to provide the highest quality steaks in a warm, inviting setting. There's an ethos to excellence - it doesn't matter if you're coaching an undefeated football team, or grilling up a porterhouse - we make sure we live by it.

See what locals rave about in Gainesville

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ElizabethB
Orlando / Central Florida East •4 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
I love this restaurant and I go there whenever I have a special occasion or out of town guests. The soup is especially delicious and so are the salad selections. Lots of entrees to choose from and wines to compliment them. Nothing like it in Gainesville.
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Mildreds Big City FoodPrice: Moderate• Contemporary American• Gainesville
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4.8
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OpenTable Diner
New York / Tri-State Area •5 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
The dinner is was delicious as always the chef comes out to your table. Make sure everything is perfect. I never have a bad experience at prime and pearl!
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Prime & PearlPrice: Expensive• Steakhouse• Gainesville
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4.7
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OpenTable Diner
Orlando / Central Florida East •1 review
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
Hidden gem restaurant, fine Italian dining with friendly hospitality. We always enjoy the quality of food and the attentive staff when visiting. Definitely a top ten in Gainesville. Go Gators!
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Amelia's Italian CuisinePrice: Expensive• Italian• Gainesville
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4
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MickeyG
Jacksonville / Northeast Florida •12 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
Excellent service. Waiter and chef were very responsive to food allergy issues. Superb meal. Overall wonderful dining experience!
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Mark's Prime Steakhouse and Seafood - GainesvillePrice: Expensive• Steakhouse• Gainesville
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4.7
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OpenTable Diner
Orlando / Central Florida East •2 reviews
5.0
Dined on Nov 10, 2023
Our server Athena was knowledgeable and efficient. She had a warm personality and knew exactly when to show up. Our food was outstanding. Scallops and steak for the win!!
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Shula's Steak House - GainesvillePrice: Very Expensive• Steak• Gainesville
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4.3

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The college town of Gainesville has a great variety of restaurants, ranging from casual American eateries to high-end establishments featuring gourmet offerings. The town's wide assortment of restaurants spans from Japanese places serving sushi and udon noodle soups to steakhouses offering up NY strip steaks and loaded baked potatoes. Gainesville also has a number of casual bars and grills serving up sandwiches and hamburgers. For those looking to make a change from low-key American eateries, the town also has Italian restaurants known for bruschetta, brick oven pizza, and specialty pastas like bucatini Amatriciana. As the home to the University of Florida, Gainesville has an abundance of bars and gastropubs featuring everything from buffalo wings and nachos during football season to farm-to-table salads, pastas, and steak sandwiches.