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Blue Gill Quality Foods, Gainesville, FL

Blue Gill Quality Foods

4.6 (35)
$30 and under
Seafood
2917 SW 35th Drive, Gainesville, FL 32608-1121

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 14 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
  • Lively
One of three successful businesses owned by the Gills, our mission is the same as our sister restaurants: to serve fresh, delicious food made from the best local ingredients. Our gorgeous copper-top bar and spacious dining area make Blue Gill a great place for friends, family, and large parties to enjoy food inspired by southern-style cooking.

So come sample our great tasting combinations of food and spirits in a casual, fun atmosphere.

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What 35 people are saying

Blue Gill Quality Foods reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Orlando / Central Florida East

    Seafood

  • Ocala / Gainesville

    Best Overall

  • Ocala / Gainesville

    Best Food

  • Ocala / Gainesville

    Innovative

  • Ocala / Gainesville

    Healthy

  • Ocala / Gainesville

    Lively

  • Ocala / Gainesville

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Blue Gill Quality Foods offers a "high end experience" with delicious seafood and a casual dress code. Diners rave about the "spectacular grouper" and "excellent shrimp and grits." The service is frequently highlighted as "fantastic" and accommodating. While some find it pricey, the quality of food and atmosphere makes it worthwhile.

35 Reviews
  1. Cris

    Orlando3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 11, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great ambiance, food is delicious and staff were very pleasant. I love the decor and the specials, always a fresh fish option. My only complaint is the 12% service fee added to every check. Seems very high and unfair. I’m not really sure how it works but it seems like a way to not raise menu prices but pass on the higher costs to customers.

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  2. Lawrence

    New York City1 review

    3.0

    Dined on May 10, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 4
    We have eaten at Blue Gill for at least 10 years, always enjoying it. We made a reservation with my adult son and his wife for the Saturday night of Mother's Day weekend. We were seated promptly. My daughter in law ordered shrimp and grits. My son and I ordered lobster po boys. My wife ordered salmon. When our meals arrived, our daughter in law's dinner was not there. The server said it would arrive promptly. The rest of us finished our meals before hers arrived. There was no apology, acknowledgement or discount offered. Plus, it was not the quality of shrimp and grits we have received at Blue Gill in the past. My son, who was treating us, did not want to make a fuss, and paid the bill. But I was disappointed in the whole experience. I'm not sure I will return.

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  3. Les

    Orlando2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 3, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My wife and I had dinner with some friends we haven't seen in a while. The noise level was at a good so we could have a conversation without yelling. I had the grouper which was one of the specials and it was spectacular. The atmosphere was great and is a high end experience with a casual dress code. It is expensive but the food was delicious. The waiter was very nice and attentive without being over the top. I may have to save a few nickels to go back but will definitely go back.

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  4. Saide Carolina

    Tampa7 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on May 2, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Our server was so graceful and willing to accomodate my requests for no seed oils

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  5. darcelle

    Tampa2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 2, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Had a great experience. Two of our party are celiac. The seafood was delicious. The waitress was not completely sure of all gluten free items on the menu, but did inquire with the chef. Overall a great experience!

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  6. Geoffrey

    Orlando8 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 28, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a great time and Hannah took very good care of us. Everyone there is wonderful. Ask Lizzy for your favorite mocktail and she will magically make it appear.

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  7. Patricia VIP

    San Francisco5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 3, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    So happy to have a new dining option in Gainesville.

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  8. Carol

    Orlando1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 27, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food is superior, I don’t mind the price for the quality. Service is fantastic, staff exceptionally pleasant and helpful. Only downside side in my opinion is the acoustics which make conversations difficult but not enough to prevent me from returning.

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  9. AngelaC

    Orlando8 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on March 22, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Menu is smaller…but oh so good. For our main courses we had the Blue Gill Burger = spectacular and the Salmon = no words as to how perfectly cooked and paired with the risotto. Caesar salad fresh & chilled and the dressing was outstanding.

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  10. Ameliaislandhome

    Portland7 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on March 15, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    It’s very noisy. Service was great. I didn’t like my meal (shrimp and grits) but everyone else thought theirs was excellent. The fresh vegetables were delicious.

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Blue Gill Quality Foods is rated 4.6 stars by 35 OpenTable diners.

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  2. United States
  3. Orlando / Central Florida East
  4. Ocala / Gainesville
  5. Gainesville

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 14 times today
Google Map for Blue Gill Quality Foods

2917 SW 35th Drive, Gainesville, FL 32608-1121

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Gainesville
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Sat 11:00 am–9:00 pm Sun 11:00 am–8:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Seafood
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    None
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