Fantastic Atmosphere, Food and Service !…read more This is a little gem in Gainesville and so glad we decided to give it a try. Highly recommend and i can rave about their menu as well. Keep up the great job! Will be back next time we visit from Panama City Beach

This was my second time here. Wife & I were really excited about a new place in Gainesville. After…read moreseeing the menu and photos of the inside, I really wanted to like this place. During today's visit around 1:20pm there was a 20 minute wait which was fine. We waited the full length of time and got seated. Our server was very nice and took our drink and food orders quickly. After getting our appetizer (2 biscuits) we waited 50 minutes for our entree. Almost to the point where we weren't hungry. I was sorely disappointed when my meal, the chicken tenders, came out. They were wet, rubbery, and the breading wouldn't stay on. I completely lost my appetite and sent it away with the check. Our waiter offered a complementary dessert, but I came there to eat a meal. After waiting so long for a meal I was not going to waste any more of my day. What was most disappointing was that despite sending back nearly the entire dish, the entrée was still on the bill. Keep in mind this is not a cheap restaurant. In my opinion, when a customer returns 90% of a meal due to quality issues, that item should be removed without having to ask. Overall, we really wanted to enjoy this place, but between the long wait and poor food quality, it missed the mark for us. Unfortunately, we won't be returning.

What I Loved: * The outdoor seating is awesome--shaded…read moresail‑canopies, breezy waterfront views, and a super relaxed atmosphere. * Menu is full of Southern‑style seafood and comfort food--grouper (6 ways!), peel‑your‑own shrimp, seafood gumbo, burgers, crab cakes, hush puppies, fried green tomatoes... all made to order. * Staff are generally nice and the live music adds a fun touch. It's dog‑friendly, too, so pup parents--bring your furry friend out!

The food was not good. The draft beer taps were not working. The wine you served was from Aldi and…read morethe water tasted like lake water. Our group was very disappointed.

Great service and food. Went with large group for lunch and mad I have not been sooner. Next time…read moreI will be playing golf too.

Not the best service. Apparently when you make a reservation you should be prepared to wait. Alex…read morewas nice but Macy who was the hostess with the least not the most was less than accommodating. She thought it was " F-ing rude " for us to not expect to wait. She should probably make sure that the customer isn't standing close enough to hear her commentary. The food was subpar. They ran out of food and when someone in our party asked if there would be more brought out they responded with " no the fresh food is being reserved for another larger party". We were a party of 20 at $35 a head. That was also something that was not communicated. They told us when the reservation was made that the menu items would be available as well as the brunch buffet but that was not the case. I would not recommend this place.

Pretty cool idea. Cafeteria style plates, charged for each item. This means you can get a load of,…read moresay, hash browns, small or large, same price. Cool of you dont necessarily want to eat a lot. Staff was super nice and helpful. Would come again!

Great cafeteria-style food. We've eaten at Longstreet on several occasions when visiting…read moreGainesville. The most recent trip was for Thanksgiving. There was a long line, but the wait wasn't that bad. There's a large parking lot next door so parking wasn't an issue. The meat and veggies are good. It is my understanding that the vegetables are vegan, they don't add meat for flavoring. They have a good salad bar, but some items are difficult to reach and it slows down the line. Extra long tongs or working on the layout might help with the salad bar. The staff are pleasant and they wait on the tables bringing drink refills and so forth.

Ordered my food and I was missing a whole side of grits , bacon was soggy the chicken biscuit was…read morejust crazy looking definitely isn't like pictures! , the French toast was SOGGY and not even sweet ! And I was missing my drink . Not to mention IT CAME N A WALMART BAG ! Very disappointing

New owners have got an uphill climb. While the biscuit is good, not fantastic, the service is slow…read moreand the price is outrageous, tenderloin (not so tender) egg and cheese $8.25 each! Don't try to eat these biscuits while driving, they fall to pieces and cover you and your car seat.

I was pleasantly surprised with Stan's. Service was friendly and efficient! You order the food at…read morethe counter and they bring it out to you, a real no fuss type of vibe. Our food came out before i even got my coffee and sat down, so if you are in a rush you cannot beat this place. Everything is very affordable and exactly what it sounds like it will be. Great spot if you want a quick bite. Also, the chicken biscuit was super good (it was about the size of my head too, so bring your appetite).

Food is just ok. Not fresh (literally went in the back and brought it straight out less than a…read morefull minute after ordering). So it was quick. Its a little hole in the wall, not filthy, but I would not say it was clean. Not enough to make me flinch, but noticeable. Service was great this time around. Unfortunately I in Gainesville here a couple months ago for a convention and stood at the counter for a good ten minutes and was never acknowledged, just left. This was their 2nd chance. Bottom line? This time was average, last time I was never even served. So three stars this trip, but im docking one for my previous experience.

Visited Hello Hilo and had an amazing Hawaiian meal, tropical treats, and specialty coffee drinks…read more The beautiful design, layout, and cute decor make this charming spot feel like stepping into a Hawaiian oasis. The coffee drinks were spectacular. We tried both the hot and iced Macadamia Nut Lattes, and both versions were absolutely fantastic. The service was friendly, laid back, and truly embodied the aloha spirit and shaka vibe. Food-wise, this place absolutely delivers. They hit the mark with authentic-quality Hawaiian food and delicious tropical fare. Parking is plentiful, and overall I'd rate Hello Hilo a 5-star masterpiece. Mahalo, thank you, and two thumbs up!

Our first visit was amazing. My husband ordered this pork bowl with cilantro, onion, and rice. I…read moreorder the Korean bbq steak sliders and a few pineapple and coconut mochi donuts. Wait time wasn't too terrible. We spent 75 dollars with items mentioned above and two ham n cheese sliders for the kids. I'd say don't bother with the fries, we ate here twice and each time, the fries were stale and luke warm. The environment is cool, clean, colorful, and plenty of seating. Don't go on a Sunday afternoon due to it being super filled with people. Second visit wasn't well. The lady at the counter didn't receive my order correctly, my husband had his meal and ate it before they corrected mine.(roughly 20 min) They have a partial refund which is fine. We will be taking a break for a while. The worker that took my order didn't seem happy and had quite an attitude. The manager came to fix it right away.

I found TLC via a viral food review on Facebook! Traveled 30 minutes to try their food. Awesome…read moreexperience from ordering to tasting their smash burger and wing combo. It is a take-out restaurant, with limited outdoor seating, neighboring Chevron gas station and across from Lakewood Baptist Church. The food is made to order; my order was ready in 18 minutes. I got a single smash burger, fries, and kash (hot honey-lemon pepper mix) flavored wings (4 ct), and bottled drink--lunch plate combo for $21. Everything was yummy. The burger was delicious. The fries were good without dipping sauce. The wings were pretty good; they weren't fried crispy as requested, and I only tasted a hint of lemon pepper--definitely a sweeter sauce flavor. Overall, good tasting food here!! I hope you'll encounter Nina; she patiently answered my questions, aware that it was my first visit, and she offered for me to sample the TLC sauce ( house-made, mayo-based aioli). Great customer service! Closed on Mondays and Tuesdays. I'd make the drive again for this meal!

This was my first time visiting TLC. I ordered the American TLC smash burger with onion rings with…read morea side of TLC burger sauce for dipping. The burger and onion rings were delicious. Everything was cooked to perfection and tasty. The employees were friendly, the food was cooked and ready in less than 10 minutes, and the facility was very clean. This is now my favorite take-out place for smash burgers. Unfortunately, I live in NC. But, I will return to The Lunch Counter on future visits to the area when visiting family. Highly recommend!

On the road for Thanksgiving weekend and had the pleasure of eating lunch at this dinner. The…read morebuffet had a large selection and everything looked delicious. Service with a smile was offered by everyone there. The restaurant was clean and well maintained.

Great service. Breakfast counter order at the counter they make it right in front of you…read more Everything's fresh as fast as the kitchen is making biscuits cornbread eggs and pancakes they are almost immediately gone. Nothing here sits in a tray for any length of time. Highly recommend for a quick serve sit down place. The waitresses were super friendly and asked several times if they could get us anything else or refills

Memaws picked right up after Weezers, freshly made burgers cooked to order, very good slaw,…read moreexcellent onion rings and the fries with a light batter were very good as was grilled gluten friendly chicken strip; all at old school prices! Quick, friendly service.

Delicious food at amazing prices. We ordered take out and had the Cheese steak, Mushroom and Swiss…read moreburger, Hotdog with coleslaw and pickles, and the Chicken Salad. All were very tasty, especially the chicken salad. The customer service was great as well. We need to support these small family businesses who truly care about the customer!