i actually think this was the best cava i have been to very good food and good serviceread more

Following a visit to the sprawling UF campus, my wife and I decided to try out The Spot for lunch…read more Located in a building housing other eateries and with limited "free" parking, we parked in the parking structure in the same building. As it was summer break, a lot of the other businesses in the building were closed (Vietnamese and Italian restaurant as well as a boba place). The place looks like it was being run by a hardworking couple. We checked out the menu and my wife ordered the Gyro Platter and I ordered the Souvlaki Platter. We also ordered a couple of fountain drinks. The gyro meat was well seasoned and tender. The Greek salad was quite good. The chicken souvlaki, however, seemed to lack flavor and a bit dry. Portions were quite generous and the value was there. We actually packed our leftovers for some quesadillas later. If we do go back, I would order the gyro instead of the chicken souvlaki. NOTE: They don't validate parking which was $3 for an hour

The interior at Grill Express was clean, but I waited about 30 minutes for my food to go. I ordered…read morea beef shawarma sandwich with feta fries. The sandwich was on the smaller side, but I liked that it was crisped up, and the beef was juicy and flavorful. The feta fries were overcooked. So crispy and hard that a fork couldn't even puncture them. The cheese topping was okay and nicely spiced. Overall, the meal was a little overpriced for the size and cost, but the sandwich itself was tasty.

I found this place via Yelp and was soooo happy I did! They have generous portions and such tender…read moremeat! Every time I go here I get the gyro platter. It comes with seasoned rice, few slices of pita bread, gyro meat, and salad. I usually have the salad removed and there's never an issue with my modification. The white sauce they put on top truly is divine. The pricing is within standard pricing as other Mediterranean restaurants. It's always hot and fresh. They have tables inside which are always clean and it's very quiet outside of some music playing. Overall this is one of two favorite gyro spots in Gainesville that I'd recommend others to try out!

The owner of the chef was absolutely fantastic and welcoming. Had a couple of really cool things…read morefor the kids and was engaging throughout the whole experience. The food was authentic and absolutely delicious. Love the small restaurant feel and decorations

Our family went here while on a road trip. I found it through yelp and noticed the high…read moreratings/reviews and the yummy pictures of the food. AND, they had chicken tenders, which was important for one kiddo. The restaurant is very small but the kindness of the staff and the quality of the food are huge. Our family had chicken tenders, French fries, beef/lamb kabob, pork kabob, chicken shawarma, a mushroom pocket dish I can't remember the name of, and hazelnut chocolate crepes. Everything was hot and fresh and delicious.

I visited with a friend and wow this place is a hidden gem. Apparently they have been around for 47…read moreyears! I had the lamb/beef gyro which was delicious! The pita was soft and pillowy and fresh, so authentic and the lamb and beef were seasoned well. The French fries were hot and fresh! I got my gyro without onions and tomatoes. They have a plethora of bak lavas! I tried the corn flake one and the chocolate almond one to go and they were both delicious!! The service was fast and efficient and ambiance was clean and casual. I will definitely visit again. Try them out if you haven't!

Honestly, I would rate the food lower than 3 stars but it's a family run business and I don't want…read moreto be too harsh. The food was okay and the prices were high for the portion size. There was barely any gyro in the plate and the "salad" was maybe 3 fork fulls. The hummus was tasty though. They do need to season the gyro more, however. Overall, it was ok but need improvement for the price and quality.

Great lunch walking distance from UF's campus. I created my own bowl & really enjoyed it. The staff…read morewas nice & helpful, as it was my first time. As other reviews mentioned, it's similar to a chipotle in ordering/style - but with a fresh, Mediterranean twist! There is no parking though, so you'll have to find a paid spot nearby or walk. They have a mix of indoor and outdoor seating, and it may be busy depending on the time. Additionally a bowl starts at $11 and prices go up from there. It can be a pricier lunch spot depending on what you order and especially if you add a side of pita or a drink. In my bowl I added tzatziki, hummus, and crazy feta spread & their yogurt dill dressing. My favorite topping they had was the fiery broccoli. I loved it!

I've been to this location a couple times and have been satisfied with my experience for the most…read morepart. Located right across from campus, this Cava is usually always busy. The location is prime and I love grabbing lunch here during the week. It is kept fairly clean and they usually don't run out of things. The service is friendly as well. There have been a couple of instances where I haven't had to pay an up-charge for steak or avocado. One time I wasn't even charged for my bowl at the checkout. This is a pretty standard Cava location, with similar (if not the same) menus as all their other locations. Some of my favorites are the customized greens and grains bowls as well as the pita chips as of late! I do enjoy coming here and look forward to more visits.

5 STARS ALL DAY!!!…read more Listen... when I tell you this place is TOP TIER, I mean it!! From the moment I walked into Tazki's, the atmosphere was welcoming, the service was on point, and the food? MAN... the food was an experience all by itself! Everything came out fresh, hot, and seasoned to perfection. You can tell they don't cut corners--they take pride in what they serve. Every bite had flavor, every detail was right, and I left FULL and satisfied! Customer service deserves a shout too--they were friendly, attentive, and made sure everything was right without being overbearing. That kind of service makes you want to come back AGAIN and AGAIN. If you're thinking about trying it... don't think twice--JUST GO! You won't regret it. I'll definitely be back, and next time I'm bringing somebody with me because this is too good to keep it to myself!

I really wanted to like this place as the menu and calories seem like a great option for eating out…read moreand being healthy. calories are low because the portions leave you hungry and they are stingy on ingredients. like the Greek salad had no more then 3 olives. the rice was severely dry. could be the worst side of rice I've ever paid for. I'm really against a place that pushes a Tio for counter service. food was fine in taste (other than the rice) but pricey for what you get.

I appreciate the quality ingredients, friendly server and local ownership…read more My first weekday brunch visit so far went very well. A friend had the burger with fries and a side salad, which he found very satisfying and filling. I had the Lebanese Hash which was delicious though not as big as you'd get at another brunch diner. Still I was full and happy, not stuffed and drowsy when done.

I have not reviewed anything on Yelp in a long, long time. I have now eaten here three times and…read morethe food quality, taste, and consistency is absolutely terrific. In my previous reviews I Utilized a Good, Bad, and Ugly rating scale. I really like most everything about Superette. The staff are very eclectic and nice, outdoor dining is relaxing and invigorating. There are not many things better than sitting outside under oak trees while eating delicious savory food and enjoying a good wine or cocktails. Replaying last night's dinner in my head has me planning my next visit to Superette. Sunday brunch this weekend is calling my name. Oh,'one more thing, Superette is also the place to go where you will only run into the people you like. The folks you don't care for are not going to be there. Just my observation.

I can't pin point when it was the last time I came here. I believe before Covid. I took my mom and…read moreshe enjoyed it. I was reminiscing about a sandwich I got and decided to order some lunch from here . I ordered a California turkey croissant but subbed for gluten free Kaiser roll. I also ordered the Greek salad. The prices and portions can't be beat. I got it for delivery from DoorDash and the ingredients and bread were so fresh. I was a little hesitant because when I order sandwiches or wraps from other places for delivery they arrive soggy but I was pleasantly surprised because everything was intact. I'm picky with deli meat since I just can't stand some after taste of certain deli meats but I don't know how to explain it the turkey and cheese tasted "clean" . You were able to taste every topping on the sandwich separately and together it just came together perfectly. It was a hefty portion too looking like a real life healthy krabby patty. I haven't tried the salad since I got so full from the sandwich but even my coworker when she saw it in the fridge said it looked amazing. I can't wait to have it for dinner and hoping I get the chance to come in and try other items on their menu. I might hit the beach one of these days and I sure wish I could take a couple of sammies from here so I might consider it.

They have gluten-free buns and wraps, gluten-free cookies, and all the soups are gluten-free …read more Sandwich that comes with a side AND the gf bread included was around $12 total. Nice staff too.

updated review here…read more. So glad to see this restaurant doing so well, their menu has grown from when we last ate here. We met some friends here for dinner and they love it.from the friendly attentive staff, the atmosphere of the restaurant is very unique , and i always find something new on the walls to stare at or at least ask about or take a photo of. We opted to try the pizza we got a prosciutto pizzs and the athena pizza Both were very rich in taste and ingredients. We all ended up bringing some leftovers home. Definietely worth the visit!! And its in my neighborhood, making it that much more convenient.

Reserved seating for 6 for a Saturday lunch and had great table service from Seth. The owners…read morevisited us as well to ask how our food was and everything was top-notch. We ordered several pizzas (1 garlic 16", 1 two-topping 12" with prosciutto + roasted garlic, 1 Hawaiian 12", 1 pita pizza with ham) plus ravioli fritti appetizer and steak pesto. Pizzas were excellent , steak was soft / medium well as I requested, and ravioli was deliciously crunchy - a crowd pleaser. The others had never tried Scuola before and now they'll all be back for the great food , friendly service, as well as chill ambiance of the place. Highly recommend visiting during lunch time since it's not too crowded and still quiet enough to hear one another at a table. The owner stopped by our table before we left and graciously offered to take a photo for us so thank you for that. Always a pleasure to meet the management. Pricing was fair considering the large portions and quality of the food. We had separate checks so our share of the food (including a to go order of Chicken Souvlaki and Kokkinisto!) was about $125 with generous tip. Free parking lot outside the restaurant is shared but there were still many spots to choose from. We'll certainly be back again ^_^ !!

I have been eating Falafel King since 1984 and it is still as good today as it was back then. I was…read moreintroduced to it by words that became a staple every time I walked in, "My friend. Come and enjoy a falafel!" It was 1984, I worked at the Florida Bookstore and was sitting out back in the courtyard behind Chaucer's during my lunch break. That's when I heard those words. It was a smiling man sticking his head out of a kitchen window behind Cafe Gardens, which shared the courtyard with Chaucer's. "...enjoy a falafel!" "A flawhatel?" I asked. The man was Ghassan Chehab, and after serving me my first ever falafel, I ate there nearly every day. He soon moved out of the small shared-kitchen window to the famous 13th and University location, next to Burrito Brothers and Goerings Book Center - which I eventually moved to myself - and a block from my house. Falafel sandwich, spinach pie, strawberry-banana smoothie, and complimentary baklava - that was my go-to meal, always accompanied by great conversation with Ghassan. I left Gainesville in 1992 and The King moved out to Butler Plaza. I returned there a number of years later and was not only delighted to see the place still existed, but it was as good as ever! Ghassan was no longer there in person, but he certainly was in spirit. I continue to eat there whenever I pass anywhere near Gainesville, and always take home a bundle full of the falafel and pies. In fact, I'm actually writing this review with the taste of that falafel and spinach pie in mouth right now because I recently made one such trip. My friends, go eat a falafel at Falafel King!

Food was not freshly cooked to order. Owner could not answer questions because she didn't…read moreunderstand our simple questions. Dirty atmosphere. Cardboard under beverage cooler which is a roach attraction. Does health inspection exist here? Their 2 children had run of restaurant which was very disturbing. I do not recommend. Very odd atmosphere