We visited this bar for the first time yesterday. It's such a vibe, the decor inside is so cute…read more It has an intimate vibe and is perfect for a place to meet up with your friends or for a date night. The drinks were delicious, and they also serve food here. However, we did not grab a bite to eat. The ladies were very friendly and bubbly. I can't wait to come back and visit again.

I love Kin Cocktail Bar. I stopped here with my boyfriend after dinner, and decided to try some of…read moretheir drinks. He ordered one of their halloween specials and I ordered a drink from their happy hour menu! The drinks were a bit pricey (around $14-16 for a non-happy hour drink), but are worth it for how they craft it. Both our drinks were delicious and the presentation was great. The bar itself is a bit small so it could be hard to get seating if it's busy, but we stopped by at a pretty slow time so there were plenty of seats to choose from. And the bartenders + server were all wonderful and extremely nice!

I actually love this dive bar! The music was great as well! It has a large selection of different…read moredrinks! It definitely is interesting to see the walls here - like major graffiti! So fun. So check it out!!

Grungy bar but its been here forever. Don't come here for the cleanliness, come here to have a good…read moretime LOL. Smells bad and is gross but it's probably the best bar in Gainesville. Usually a good time.

They don't have draft beer. They play country & western…read more music. The server is hot! Very friendly and helpful. This bar is for EVERYONE.

Solid local dive bar. Not packed with students on game days. Open on Thanksgiving is a big plus…read more Wings are the best in Gainesville.

I absolutely love this and it's my go-to spot whenever friends or family come to visit. I bring…read moreeveryone here because I know they'll have a great experience. The team is incredibly attentive and welcoming, and the atmosphere is small and intimate. Its not too loud, so it makes it a perfect for actually enjoying conversation. I also love that they have a rotating menu, so there's always something new to try. If you're in the mood for something specific, they're more than happy to make a custom drink if you just ask. It's such a special little gem.

This establishment has a really cool vibe. It's great for a night cap or a little pre dinner drink…read more There aren't too many seats inside but plenty outside on the patio. At the time we went they did not have any food/snacks. Staff was really friendly.

A fun place. We beat the crowd and were seated in one of the elevated booths. Great service,…read moredelicious food, and great cocktails.

We had time to kill, waiting for graduation and sat at the bar and had an appetizer and a couple…read morebeers. The bartender was very personable. We got the Caprese appetizer with prosciutto. It was good. Uneventful and could've used another piece of prosciutto. Cozy, dark wood bar. Old-school look, which is nice.

My friends and I came here for the CFB National Championship this past Monday and had a blast! The…read moreSwamp is probably the best place to go to watch any sporting event. The atmosphere is just the best and I always have a good time! Seating is first come, first serve or seat yourself situation. So if there is a big game, you should get there a couple hours early to ensure you get a seat. Otherwise you will be wondering the restaurant trying to pounce on an open seat the second you see one. We actually arrived 2.5 hours before the game even started and almost all the seats were taken already. While this can be a little chaotic, it really adds to the experience of eating here on a game day! It was absolutely PACKED for the national championship, people were even bringing chairs from home to sit outside. We ended up sitting at a small outdoor bar. Our bartender or server, Maddie, was excellent. She made sure we were satisfied the whole time and did a great job checking in on us. She was also super friendly and great to talk to! Considering how busy it was, the food didn't take too long to come out. When it is super busy, you can order food at the bar (inside or outside one) and don't need to have a table to receive service. The staff did a great job keeping up with everything and making sure things were running as efficiently as possible. For the food, the five of us started with an order of mozzarella sticks and their famous buffalo chicken dip. The mozzarella sticks are a new menu item and feature golden-fried mozzarella sticks, crunchy on the outside and gooey on the inside, served with ranch marinara. These were really, really good, with a nice cheese pull and the perfect amount of breading. I was quite surprised with how tasty these were! The Buffalo chicken dip consists of pulled chicken mixed with buffalo wing sauce, melted cheddar, pepper jack, and cream cheese, finished with ranch and an extra kick of hot sauce, served with tortilla chips, celery, and carrots. This was AMAZING and a perfect starter for the table to share. Served in a cast iron skillet, the portion is huge and the dip is super flavorful and creamy. There weren't enough chips served with the dip for all of us, but our server was happy to give us a complimentary tray of chips. I can easily see why this is a favorite and I will definitely be ordering this next time I come here! I also got a side Caesar salad and thought that was great as well. It was a nice portion, with fresh romaine, shredded Parmesan cheese, croutons, and capers. We ordered our entrees around kickoff, I ended up getting the Founder's Club Sandwich. The Founder's Club included a grilled chicken breast topped crispy bacon, lettuce, tomato, provolone cheese, served on toasted sourdough bread, with a side of swamp sauce. All the entrees come with fries, unless you want to upgrade to another side or request not to have them. I really enjoyed this sandwich. The chicken had a nice char to it and was surprisingly juicy. I appreciated the sourdough bread over a regular bun as well. The subtleness of the provolone cheese and the fresh tomato were great too! Overall, we had an awesome time watching the CFB national championship at The Swamp. The atmosphere and vibes are unmatched. Service was awesome and the workers there are so on top of things. Food hit the spot and the Buffalo chicken dip was our favorite. Can't wait to come back!!

Food: decent apps, gator bites were crunchy, fried pickles good, mozz sticks good, cauliflower…read morebites were too sweet; chips and queso were so-so, with stale chips Service: friendly but a bit slow Ambiance: sports bar vibes

They have amazing beers on draft here! Right now, I just witnessed the opening of an imperial stout…read morecalled Black Tuesday!! Wow!! The most amazing complex taste I have ever had with a stout or beer!!! Amazing taste! Worth the price!!!

Had an amazing time. Great live jazz band with a nice beer selection. Owner was really kind too…read more Highly recommend!!!

We sat at the outside bar as reservations were needed for anything inside. Our bartenders were…read morevery friendly, polite and did the best they could do, but were completely overwhelmed on this Graduation Friday. Place was clean, food was OK, yes just OK and wasn't even close to being served all together. The third plate was served after we finished all the other dishes. As I said, the bartenders were working hard but the overall service was terrible. No silverware was given, no drink refills were offered, no follow up on the missing food. Service just sucked! Especially for the prices ! Too many options to go back and have another bad experience. Today's busyness is not a surprise as I go through this every year, yet we're unable to take care of their guests.

We came to Cantina Añejo for a sorority moms & daughters event, and the vibe was definitely fun and…read morelively--it's right across the street from UF, so it's clearly a popular scene! Drinks were included with the event, and I ordered a Tito's with club soda and lime, but something was off. Not sure what they mixed in, but it tasted unusually sweet, almost like it had added sugar or syrup--which was unexpected for such a simple cocktail. On the plus side, we tried the chips and guacamole, and they were really good--fresh, flavorful, and a great snack to share. Overall, it's a good spot if you're looking for a social, energetic atmosphere, but the drinks didn't quite hit the mark for me. Might give it another try for the food or a different cocktail.

Great spot! Great drinks, good bartenders. Prime location. I really don't have anything bad to say…read more I like the vibe. I hope it doesn't get too busy here, there isn't much room. I'll be back!

I feel very good in giving this bar 5 STARS!! This is…read moreprobably one of the top 3 bars in Gainesville! Every bartender has AT LEAST 5 years experience! They are friendly and knowledgable!! I always have a great time in this small, quaint, elegant bar! Perfect for a date and a stroll around downtown Gainesville. It's hard to spot...you have to look! Right next to Barcade....

We came here with our family and were seated within 10-15min. I recommend if coming with little…read moreones make sure to come before 5:30pm the wait times are less. Non-Alcoholic Drink that is must try was the Hibiscus Gimlet it's a House-made hibiscus tea, pomegranate, fresh lime & demerara Entrees: Top Steak pick--Chimichurri 8 OZ butcher's steak with broccoli & herb roasted potatoes. Topped with house-made chimichurri of parsely, cilantro, oregano, jalapeños, garlic, olive oil & vinegar. It was juicy, tender and savory. I recommend ordering it at medium temp. Burger lovers pick-Messi Argentinian chorizo, aged provolone, chimichurri, & fried onions with a fried egg with French fries. Perfect at medium rare temp. For kids: Chicken tenders and fries was great the kids loved it.

The Top is one of those Gainesville spots that immediately feels like part of the city's…read morepersonality. The menu is eclectic in the best way -- you can go comfort‑food heavy or fully vegan and still end up with something flavorful. The black bean burger and goat cheese wontons are especially worth the hype. The vibe is artsy, lively, and a little chaotic, but in a way that makes the experience fun rather than stressful. Service can be unhurried during busy hours, yet the staff stays friendly and attentive. Overall, it's a great place to settle in, enjoy good food, and soak up Gainesville's character.