Bahama Breeze - Gainesville, Gainesville, FL

Bahama Breeze - Gainesville

Name: Bahama Breeze - Gainesville
Address: 3989 Plaza Blvd, Gainesville, FL, United States, 32608
Telephone: (352) 378-7555
Price range: $30 and under
Rating: 4.8

4.8

235 Reviews

$30 and under

Caribbean

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Bahama Breeze Island Grille offers a To Go menu with easy online ordering. Take home a taste of the islands today. Bahama Breeze offers all your favorites: burgers, salads, seafood, chicken-all with our island flair. From jicama or plantains to jerk chicken pasta, you can enjoy the islands one taste at a time, discovering new flavors along the way. If our Latin and Caribbean-inspired recipes sound delicious but you're not sure you're ready to explore, ask us about the ingredients or preparation. We're always happy to share our knowledge of Latin American and Caribbean cuisine.

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Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Sep 23, 2023

7:00 PM

Booked 8 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Cuisines
Caribbean, Seafood, Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service
Hours of operation
Mon–Thu, Sun 11:00 am–11:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:00 am–12:00 am
Phone number
(352) 378-7555
Website
https://www.bahamabreeze.com/locations/fl/gainesville/gainesville/3058
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Private party facilities
From social occasions to corporate events, our laid-back “no worries” atmosphere is the perfect place for your next party. We welcome you and your guests with a vibrant and fun island atmosphere with Live music! Our guests and the critics both agree, any event at Bahama Breeze will be impressive!
Private party contact
Sales Manager: (352) 378-7555

Location
3989 Plaza Blvd, Gainesville, FL 32608
Neighborhood
Gainesville
Cross street
Clark Butler Blvd
Parking details
None
Entertainment
Live entertainment and great island inspired music everyday with live music many nights of the week.
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 235 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8

4.8 based on recent ratings

4.8Food
4.9Service
4.7Ambience
4.5Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Orlando / Central Florida East
Lively
Orlando / Central Florida East
Caribbean
Ocala / Gainesville
Lively

235 Reviews

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JohnT
St. Louis
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 2, 2023
overall5food4service5ambience5
We had 9 people in our party and had a very nice family dinner! Great service and very good food!
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Juice
Coastal Georgia
105 reviews
vip
4.0
105 reviews
Dined on September 1, 2023
overall4food4service5ambience3
Service was very good. I think Sophia handled our table. The spicy shrimp appetizer was very good. The chicken entrees were only fair. The two meals were presented nicely but the chicken on both dishes was dry.
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Halee
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined on May 14, 2023
overall1food2service1ambience1
The waiter did not know anything about the menu and anything we wanted they couldn’t do which made no sense seeing they had it on their menu item. Our food took over an hour and we got there right at 11 so it was not busy at all. This was on Mother’s Day also. $125 bill for horrible food. Definitely won’t be back to this location.
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OT
OpenTable Diner
Orlando
3 reviews
vip
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on May 7, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great food and value for money, really enjoy this new style of Bahamas Breeze’s building and decor, way better than I drive Orlando which starts looking dingy and tired. Good option of food and drinks, great value for money, service was excellent!!
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Bignole11
San Diego
30 reviews
vip
3.0
30 reviews
Dined on May 6, 2023
overall3food3service4ambience4
Nice location, clean and updated interior. Good service, seated timely for Open Table reservation. not too crowded at 3pm however; had to return two meals due one wrong oreder and 2nd. over cooked salmon - rubbery texture. Server did his best and reordered items and removed returned items. No manager came over to inquire about issue.
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OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 6, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Had a wonderful experience, the food was very good and the service was excellent!
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NancyT
West Palm Beach
27 reviews
vip
4.0
27 reviews
Dined on May 5, 2023
overall4food4service4ambience4
Went for lunch before my daughters graduation. Good and service were both good
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OpenTable Diner
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on May 5, 2023
overall4food3service5ambience5
My waiter delivered excellence. Did not enjoy the jerk wings. Only ate one of five wings served. The conch fritters were delicious
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JaneB
Orlando
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on April 21, 2023
overall3food5service5ambience4
Issues with attitude of one hostess. As they say "one bad apple". Reservation requests for small dining room denied by main hostess although the room was mostly empty. IF unavailable then I should have been notified beforehand. Birthday on the reservation forgotten. If occasion is requested on the form then it should be addressed. Birthday reminder made to our server who was excellent. She brought a cake with candle. Overall an unpleasant experience with good service and good food.
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Pinacolada
Las Vegas
4 reviews
3.0
4 reviews
Dined on March 11, 2023
overall3food4service4ambience3
Waiter was awesome. Food took longer than expected. We ordered a bottle of wine and it took 30+minutes to get it.
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tafl
West Palm Beach
3 reviews
3.0
3 reviews
Dined on February 9, 2023
overall3food1service3ambience4
The blackened mahi tacos were mediocre, at best. The guacamole was poor. The service was pretty good. The seafood chowder was very good.
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GKoss
Detroit
76 reviews
vip
5.0
76 reviews
Dined on February 9, 2023
overall5food4service5ambience4
Absolutely excellent service. I wish I could remember our server’s name!!! She was terrific! My husband ordered a standard Manhattan which threw the bar staff for a loop in this Caribbean theme place. But sure appreciate the repeated effort to get his drink right! Enjoyed our dinner here!
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CamillaM
Orlando
8 reviews
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on December 17, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Graduation Dinner . Excellent staff and food
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Eddie67
Milwaukee
3 reviews
vip
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on August 22, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great atmosphere
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OT
OpenTable Diner
Dallas
11 reviews
vip
5.0
11 reviews
Dined on August 21, 2022
overall5food4service5ambience4
Olivia was an awesome waiter!
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MD
MimzyD
London
21 reviews
vip
5.0
21 reviews
Dined on August 19, 2022
overall5food5service4ambience5
Fabulous food and drink. Understaffed but that’s understandable. Don’t miss this one!
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AvaB
Orlando
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 7, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Our server was absolutely phenomenal!! I would love to get her again
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Paradocs
Tampa
20 reviews
4.0
20 reviews
Dined on July 6, 2022
overall4food5service4ambience4
Enjoyable drinks and dinner. Service somewhat slow.
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JNVICK
Tallahassee
12 reviews
3.0
12 reviews
Dined on June 30, 2022
overall3food4service3ambience3
Service was slow not attentive and tables weren’t wiped down
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OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 24, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
College going away dinner with the family
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OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on June 19, 2022
overall3food5service1ambience5
My waiter was not very attentive i had to ask her for silverware she didn’t bring multiple things i asked for and would disappear for long periods at a time
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michellet
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on June 11, 2022
overall3food3service3ambience4
1st time. Jerk Shrimp App comes in a soup of liquid and was really over cooked but had decent flavor. Comes with an entire loaf of Cuban bread. Empanadas were delicious. I ordered Jerk shrimp pasta without the veggies and was delivered fully loaded. Replacement received almost immediately but the Shrimp looked boiled and had no seasoning. The 3rd attempt was amazing.
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c
chaitanya
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 10, 2022
overall5food4service5ambience4
The service is very good. We had jerk chicken pasta, cheese sticks and coconut shrimp. The taste is beyond the expectations. We are decided to go agin.
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JET6712
Tampa
12 reviews
vip
5.0
12 reviews
Dined on June 7, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Fantastic first experience. The music was delightful and almost enough to get us out of our seats for some dancing, although only slightly loud to enjoy dinner conversation and overpowered us a couple of times. The food was quite fresh, innovative, and a nice change from run of the mill eateries. Would love to see a few gluten free options as appetizers for those of us unable to choose from the regular menu. That aside, we will be returning for another refreshing experience with the family next time we visit Gainesville. Bien!
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OT
OpenTable Diner
West Palm Beach
7 reviews
vip
3.0
7 reviews
Dined on June 4, 2022
overall3food3service2ambience3
Food was good… not fabulous! Service wasn’t that great. Overall it was okay.
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NiquaraS
Orlando
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 8, 2022
overall5food4service5ambience1
It was very good
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OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on May 2, 2022
overall3food4service4ambience5
The guacamole was sent back twice as it was too unripe/chunky but other than that everything was great
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k
kiml
Naples
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on April 30, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
We had a party of 6 for a dinner after college graduation. Hostess was very nice when I called with a question the day before. Service was friendly and prompt with our needs. Food was great and fairly priced. Fresh fruity drinks were enjoyed all around the table with appetizers! We had a fantastic time! Thanks!!
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OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on April 29, 2022
overall2food2service1ambience3
The restaurant was 75% empty and we were celebrating my daughter’s college graduation and we were put next to the bathrooms, we asked to move and they just said “no”. One of the burgers we ordered came without the bacon- my daughter’s salad was missing all the toppings- I had to ask for my Diet Coke I ordered 3 times- and my pasta was clearly not drained because it was swimming in water. It was not good. The whole experience was pretty terrible. I didn’t want to ruin her night but I was in tears on the way back to the hotel. It was dismal and depressing and no one who worked there cared.
1 person found this helpful
J
Jane
Orlando
13 reviews
5.0
13 reviews
Dined on April 28, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Fun atmosphere. Great for graduation. Great service.
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OT
OpenTable Diner
West Palm Beach
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on April 28, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
We went for my sons graduation dinner with family and the service and food were excellent! Would definitely go again when back in Gainesville.
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OT
OpenTable Diner
Orlando
2 reviews
3.0
2 reviews
Dined on April 24, 2022
overall3food4service4ambience3
Great food, quiet atmosphere
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WilliamN
Nashville
19 reviews
vip
5.0
19 reviews
Dined on April 17, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Ryan our waiter was wonderful. Very upbeat and attentive! Food was great and the drinks made Gainesville seem like the Keys, we’ll almost!
1 person found this helpful
OT
OpenTable Diner
Orlando
14 reviews
vip
5.0
14 reviews
Dined on March 20, 2022
overall5food5service1ambience5
My friend received great service from the server. I was blatantly ignored, so my friend had to do all the talking for me because our server didn’t acknowledge I was there since he was so interested in her. Wouldn’t have been a problem if he would’ve at least taken my order without her having to tell him to. Weird.
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finegael
New York Area
58 reviews
vip
3.0
58 reviews
Dined on March 13, 2022
overall3food4service3ambience3
Our experience two days prior brought us back again. This time we noticed many tables needing bussing. Husband had to ask for a glass for his bottle of beer. The salmon continues to be a standout.
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finegael
New York Area
58 reviews
vip
4.0
58 reviews
Dined on March 11, 2022
overall4food5service5ambience4
The grilled salmon was expertly prepared.
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novarn
Baltimore
85 reviews
vip
3.0
85 reviews
Dined on February 25, 2022
overall3food3service3ambience3
Went for a quick bite to eat after traveling all day. Food is typical for chain restaurants/bar food - not great but not bad. Bar area would be a fun place to watch games w friends.
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LizD
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 20, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Food was good and delivered to table quickly. Service and staff friendly. Moderate price for dinner.
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OT
OpenTable Diner
Baton Rouge
5 reviews
4.0
5 reviews
Dined on February 19, 2022
overall4food5service3ambience4
Pleasant surprise! The food was really fantastic. The service was fine. We’ll return.
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OT
OpenTable Diner
New York Area
12 reviews
vip
4.0
12 reviews
Dined on February 19, 2022
overall4food4service4ambience4
Exactly what we were looking for!
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FAQs

Bahama Breeze - Gainesville offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (352) 378-7555.

Bahama Breeze - Gainesville is rated 4.8 stars by 235 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Sep 23, 2023

7:00 PM

Booked 8 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Bahama Breeze - Gainesville

3989 Plaza Blvd, Gainesville, FL 32608

Additional information

Cross street
Clark Butler Blvd
Neighborhood
Gainesville
Hours of operation
Mon–Thu, Sun 11:00 am–11:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:00 am–12:00 am
Cuisines
Caribbean, Seafood, Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
None
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Entertainment
Live entertainment and great island inspired music everyday with live music many nights of the week.
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
https://www.bahamabreeze.com/locations/fl/gainesville/gainesville/3058
Phone number
(352) 378-7555
Private party facilities
From social occasions to corporate events, our laid-back “no worries” atmosphere is the perfect place for your next party. We welcome you and your guests with a vibrant and fun island atmosphere with Live music! Our guests and the critics both agree, any event at Bahama Breeze will be impressive!
Private party contact
Sales Manager: (352) 378-7555

Bahama Breeze - Gainesville

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Menu

Lunch Combos

Soup & Salad

Coconut Shrimp (4)

Half Cuban Sandwich

Coconut Shrimp Tacos (2)

Honey Butter Crispy Chicken Sandwich

Grilled Cheeseburger

Beef Empanadas (4)

Blackened Mahi Tacos (2)

What 235 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Loved For

FAQs

Does Bahama Breeze - Gainesville offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is Bahama Breeze - Gainesville restaurant rated?

Is Bahama Breeze - Gainesville currently accepting reservations?

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information