David&#x27;s BBQ &amp; Catering

Whisky Bar & BBQ -- what more could you ask for? Came for dinner w some Texas friends after a…read moredrubbing at The Swamp. The great food, hospitality and meal-hall ambiance cheered our spirits and delighted our bellies. PRO TIP: Wiskey pours are large, wings and anything fried was excellent (pickles, onion rings), The Hungry Hog will be a great smiling of BBQ to feed a table of 4 w another 2 apps (mashed potatoes). MISS: chicken nachos and beans Hook'em!

Stopped in for lunch while in town. Ample seating and cool modern/rustic vibe. Full liquor bar and…read moreservice was great! We started with an order of the smoked wings, 3/5. I wasn't a huge fan, they tasted like hotdogs and were fried as well. I ordered "The Smitty" which was a brisket sandwich with sliced sausage,cheese, pickles and onions. The portion was huge! I ate some meat before I could actually eat the sandwich-a good thing. They have various sauces on the table and my favorite was by far the mojo. The collard greens were just okay. The pulled pork had a decent flavor, but it was more like pork chunks instead of that nice pulled texture.

Very nice bar with a great selection.

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This is hogtown!

4 Rivers Smokehouse

3.8(340 reviews)

4.6 mi

They catered an event, had an excellent assortment. Loved the brisket. Super Juicy, had a nice…read morebark, and perfectly smoked and cooked. Tried the veggie burnt ends. Really good also soft and tasty pulled pork. Not dry or over sauced. Perfect. Must go to their restaurant now.

My wife and I are in Gville for a reunion weekend with friends. We placed a pick up order around…read more745PM. It was 2 lbs of burnt ends, 1 lbs of pulled pork and some sides. It was supposed to be ready at 825PM. I got there at 820PM and they were slammed. I checked in and they told me they were out of pulled pork. We audibled to brisket. I waited until 850PM. The lady running the to go window was really nice. I can only imagine what it's like being the person that has to tell people the dinner they order isn't available. She seemed to be holding things down pretty well. She offered me something to drink while I waited which was nice too. If she didn't handle things so well I probably would have gone 1 or 2 stars for taking so long and running out of what we ordered.

Mojito cupcake

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Beque Holic

4.2(427 reviews)

2.7 mi

•$$$

The food is great, you can get something as simple as a bento box or you cab cook your own seasoned…read morebeef. Kenna was awesome she was professional but took the time to explain foid choices and gave good recommendations. Three area was well lit but dark enough to be intimate. Would definitely go again.

The best Korean restaurant in town. It's our favorite spot to go with the family even my 2 yo likes…read morethe food there. Very welcoming staff, very sweet owners who always in house to make sure service and food is at its best. Highly recommend

Setup

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10 Piece Fried Dumplings (two orders)

Adam's Rib

3.8(215 reviews)

3.7 mi

I have been eating here since 2017 when I first moved to Gainesville. The service is perfect. I can…read moretalk about the food that I love eating here. It is the RIBS, COLLARD GREENS, CORNBREAD. You can never go wrong getting those 3 items. The Mac n cheese needs a major overhaul. Absolutely disgusting. When you prepare it with love it will taste good and even look good. As you can tell I didn't like it. Absolutely commercialized. The restaurant ambience is nice.

I've eaten here several times and not once has the food actually been anywhere above room…read moretemperature. This is the last time.

City Boy. With collards and black eyed peas, I think it's a country boy. Lol.

Rib dinner

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Half slab rib dinner with potato salad and BBQ baked beans. Texas toast on the side.

Flouthern

5.0(5 reviews)

4.8 mi

I love Flouthern! They are one of the best food trucks in Gainesville. Everything that I have eaten…read morethere is excellent. Their brisket burger is unique. It is smoked and HUGE! My favorite thing to get is the banana custard waffles. They don't do them regularly, so you have to follow their page to know when they are on the menu. I suggest the jerk pork belly too. All of their food is fresh. I can tell that nothing is out of a package or microwaved.

The team behind Flouthern do an awesome job of crafting the food they serve. Not every BBQ…read morerestaurant/ truck will smoke their foods over wood, but they go the extra mile. I highly recommend the brisket burger and the desserts.

Smoked chicken with our Flouthern® sauce.

Butter biscuits made from scratch.

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Flouthern BBQ food trailer.

Terrell's Bar-B Que

3.9(47 reviews)

6.0 mi

I eat from Terrell's OFTEN! I have never been disappointed with anything I have gotten from them…read more Highly recommended. They cater too!!

The ribs are always dry and tough. No grill marks, no grill flavor probably not a cooked open grill.read more

Rib Sandwich with baked beans

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Rib sandwiches $16.12. Tastes okay. Cooked a couple days ago, not fresh.

Pearl Country Store & Barbecue

4.3(313 reviews)

14.1 mi

BBQ of legends! The best brisket, ribs, pork, and chicken around. There are only good options here…read more Sides of green beans, mixed veggies, baked beans, and mac and cheese pair perfectly with the meals. Authentic brewed sweet tea completes the meal for me. Although this place resides within a gas station, once you're inside it feels more like a restaurant with a convenience store. There are tables, chairs with back support, and warm hospitality. I usually take my meal to go, but I've also comfortably eaten inside.

Would recommend stopping by for BBQ! the meat is very tender and soft. The junior sized pulled…read morepork sandwich is perfect portion.

Between the two baskets is a jumbo order of beef brisket. 10oz. of beef, 2 sides and a piece of toast.

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Sonny's BBQ

3.5(223 reviews)

4.8 mi

1st time at Sonny's. I was visiting from CA and was craving southern BBQ so my friend a took me…read morehere. It hit the spot! I got the chopped brisket, jalapeño and cheese, sausage, mac & cheese, cornbread, and baked beans. Everything was great. Our waitress Michelle was very helpful and friendly. Would totally come back.

I ordered a turkey sandwich combo. I enjoyed my sandwich. It was free and warm. The service was…read morevery good by the drive thru staff. I was in and out in a matter of minutes. Everything was made to my expectations. Great job!!!

Carolina BBQ Pulled Pork Sandwich with green beans

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Brisket sandwich

Bite Down BBQ

3.1(8 reviews)

4.5 mi

The meat are good. Well cook and everything is served fresh. The fries was not as crispy as I like…read morethem. The griot was good but the rice and Mac & cheese was just ok. Great service and the truck is located at a good spot.

The gentleman running the the truck seems nice. I am Visiting from Virginia and am frequently…read morevisiting here. Being seeing the truck for 7 months sondecided to give it a try. Mistake! I ordered 2 dinners with side a rib dinner with mac n cheese and collards and chicken with same sides. I asked to do not put sauce on meat but on the side (i like to taste the food not so much the sauce). Any got home and both plates were drowning in sauce and the ribs were burnt. The mac n cheese was okay but the collards were way too salty. My partner and I were totally disappointed and trashed both plates, went to 4 rivers bbq!

Bite Down BBQ food truck on the corner of Archer Rd and 34th. Opens at 11 am. Great BBQ & soul food, excellent affordable prices.

Griot: Haitian braised fried pork, highly recommended

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Plate from Bite Down BBQ, Archer Rd & 34th. Bread soft as cloud pillows, great for sweet sauce dippin! Ribs had awesome smoke flavor

Seoul Pocha

4.4(178 reviews)

5.9 mi

We had the spicy seafood soup! Really good food and huge portions too :D! Will be coming back.read more

My wife and I were stationed in South Korea when we were both in the U.S. Army and loved the…read moreculture and the cuisine. There aren't a whole lot of options for Korean food in Ocala, so when we found ourselves in Gainesville we sought out some Korean cuisine. The dentist I'm seeing recommended Seoul Pocha so after a late afternoon dental visit in Gainesville, we made it a point so check it out. We got there just after 5 PM, soon after they opened, and there was a couple already sitting down ready to order. After my wife and I checked out the menu, we soon realized there are menu items we typically don't see outside of So Cal and Korea, namely Bibimbap Dolsot and Kimchee Pancake...so that's what we ordered. I asked the server if they also served Kimbap since it wasn't on the menu but I was told no. The Bibimbap Dolsot was served sizzling hot! It was so hot that I had to wait until I mixed it up with some bibimbap sauce and it cooled down a bit before tasting it. It had good flavors but didn't quite match the taste of the same dish we sampled in Korea and in Koreatown in LA. Interestingly, the bibimbap dolsot served in a restaurant on base in Yongsan, South Korea was one of the best we've had. Seoul Pocha's bibimbap dolsot was still good, but... My wife's kimchi pancake was quite good especially when dipped in that sweet and spicy house made dipping sauce. My wife couldn't finish her dish so we took it home for a snack the next day and it was still yummy. Service was attentive and friendly. It wasn't after we've eaten however, did we realize they didn't serve any banchan, or appetizers, which is typical in most sit down Korean joints. Dinner for 2 with tip came out to just under $46. We'll surely be back.

Korean Whole S1. Korean Fried Chicken / 후라이드치킨, C4. Spicy Tofu Soup, 10. Eel Rice Bowl, A8. Beef Japchae / 소고기 잡채, F1. Beef Bulgogi / 소불고기

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Pranish S.

Elite 25

157

3 years ago

David's BBQ in Gainesville consistently offers a delightful dining experience, renowned for its mouth-watering ribs. Each bite of the tender, flavorful ribs promises a culinary journey, rich with tastes that are both robust and satisfying. The excellence of the food is matched by the commendable service, where every guest is treated with warmth and attentiveness. It's not just the food that makes David's BBQ a must-visit but also the vibrant atmosphere that embodies the essence of Gainesville's local culture. This establishment has rightly earned its status as a staple in the Gainesville dining scene, celebrated by both locals and visitors alike for its culinary excellence and welcoming environment. read more

Dathan B.

9 years ago

I have tried eating from davids. I have wasted countless dollars ordering from these cooks who can't cook eggs correctly. I ask for over easy eggs with the yolk. They say ok I can but always over cook the eggs to no yolk. ????? Why. I asked for eggs with no slimy white and since then they mess my order up every time. Learn to cook eggs you idiots. 3522786231. I've wasted close to 60 dollars when I spend ten dollars per plate read more

Ray C.

11 years ago

The BBQ here is pretty solid, definitely blows Sonny's out of the water. I usually come here during lunch time because they have some good specials then. Can get a good sized sandwich with a couple sides and a drink on most days for only around 6-8 bucks. I heard they have a pretty good breakfast too but I have yet to try it out. read more

Margaret S.

11 years ago

BEST BBQ in Gainesville !!! Wonderful Onion Rings. Best Sweet Tea! They do a great catering service, we have used them for years for our department events and they have made it so much easier for our staff. They love their customers and it shows !! read more

Becky H.

11 years ago

Went here for breakfast and got the breakfast buffet. It's not the biggest line up but it was great!! They also have made to your request omelets included in the buffet. read more

Sara L.

120

10 years ago

Amazing food and great customer service. The staff just makes you feel like family and I've never had a bad experience!

Rich R.

7 years ago

Great breakfast! Great service! Great prices! Great place to pick up a quality affordable breakfast before work!

Tristen H.

9 years ago

overpriced chicken samwich full off bones ... never going to eat there even though it's close

Christy T.

10 years ago

Great food for a great price. The staff were very nice and knowledgeable. We will be back.

J D.

9 years ago

Awesome food good prices and locally owned eat there when ever i can

jorge m.

15 years ago

Best BBQ place in gainesville. Awesome cole slaw and fries

Colin C.

12 years ago

Great onion rings and baby back ribs.

Sean B.

14 years ago

Good, but not the best BBQ in town.

Mindy S.

13 years ago

Always fresh!!!

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23rd ave location ;Placed an order online today. picked it up and got it back to the office and…read morejust about everything was wrong. The two sliced turkey sandwiches were sliced pork, the chopped chicken was boxed with the wrong side, and the 3 drinks were not half and half. I called to let them know that the sliced turkey was actually sliced pork and that we didn't eat pork. The lady on the phone told me that the containers were labeled wrong (pork looks completely different than turkey). We brought the sandwiches back into the store and the lady asked why we didn't just eat the pork sandwiches. First off, that's not what we ordered, and secondly, the turkey is $4 more per sandwich! The sandwiches were replaced, but there was no apology and it felt like we were the issue because we had an issue with the order, not that they were at fault.

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Afternoon dental appointment brought me to the Woodyard Grill in Newberry on the way home for a…read morelate lunch... I was initially going to grab a grilled chicken salad, but I didn't see it on the menu; So, I opted for the chicken tenders with sweet potato fries and coleslaw. I was seated promptly, and the dinner order was served pretty quickly, and everything looked awesome. The waitress was professional and cordial enough, though I forgot to get her name... The chicken tenders were cooked nicely, moist and seasoned well. While the sweet potato fries were spot on and the coleslaw was tasty. It was a very cold today and the restaurant was a little cool for an old fella trying to get warm... But it wasn't freezing. I'm just old. Overall, the food was good, as usual. The atmosphere was great, and the lighting was good, and I will definitely come back. The price was decent compared to the amount of food I got.

On August 13th me and my family went to eat at woodyard where I work, it was my shift off. We…read morereceived poor service when the waitress messed up my cousin order, she had order wings, when they realized it wasn't a right order they had them remade she was charge for extra wings she did not receive mind you on the 11th 2 days before that my schedule was made to on 5 off 2. Because my cousin was not happy at all not only she was over charged but she also tipped the waitress $12. So my cousin made a review about their poor service. Now the next day August 14 my manager lexi asked me to ask my cousin to take it down, I did but than the retaliation started she sent a new schedule out on the 14th with me going from on 5 off 2 too off 5 on 2. It was than I asked why my hours was cut. The excuse bout me being pregnant that's a good one. But im just now about to be 5 months I have plenty of time and doctor say I can lift 50 lb so what's my pressure? I see food service not big boy work? I'm a single mother desperate need of work but retaliation is what I get. So I let this week role knowing how it's played out. I know retaliation when I see it. So finally this morning my cousin takes the review down I messaged my manager to let her know not even 30 minutes later she's letting me know im being let go. That there's no room for me excuses cause im pregnant. Excuses, excuses of course to save theirs selves these dates and time show you how it's retaliation this is very poor service to customers and employees. And if the manager seen no wrong in the receipt why would you fire the waitress who served us and hire her back the next day?? All these poor reviews all seem accurate from someone on the inside there's is roaches crawling around and it wouldn't surprise my if your eating spoiled food they tend to leave it out all night. I recommend this business too be shut down!!!

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Always a good brunch stop. I love the morning sunrise juice for a good anti-inflammatory boost…read more Food is consistent and fresh ingredients. The layout is nice and open. I'm not a huge fan of how tight the half booth tables are--can feel like you're eating right on top of other parties--but seating at the regular tables or full booths solves that. Service is friendly. Generally not too long of a wait.

We had finally gotten on the wait list that wasn't 45 mins or longer wait.... gotbsat downnwe had a…read morevery friendly server , she was very attentive and came by our table several times. Food came out pretty quickly and hot. Was ok, nothing really jaw dropping, but was tasty, could of had more meat in the omelette, but overall an decent meal. They drink we had was very good but can't remember the name. It was pretty loud in the restaurant, and was a packed house, but we were able to speak to each other across the table without yelling. Well i can check it off my list of places to try, not a go to for me, but least i tried the place, its worth trying once.

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I was glad to see that woodland put a location closer to me and was a standalone location. Several…read morecoworkers have eaten here since they opened a couple weeks ago. People talk highly of woodland's burgers, and they did not disappoint. The burger was amazing, corn nuggets were good too. Very clean has been open about three weeks, I believe. Very friendly staff. For a small town like Archer, this definitely is a good thing, and there's a short drive from gainesville, and so worth it. We will be back out here soon.

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