Dear Mildred's, a couple things. Let's start with the good: our server, Sophia (corner table for two), was absolutely perfect. She was efficient, friendly, helpful and charming. The drinks were good, the salad was good, dessert was OK. But the main course? Really mediocre, maybe worse. The vegetables were both over- and under-cooked, cabbage and carrots respectively, and oily without much additional flavor. The worst was the duck breast, which was glutinous, gristly and salty. The meat itself tasted of salt and nothing else. The staff was very nice about it, and gave me a replacement protein, but it was a disappointing meal. Maybe because it was a Tuesday? read more

This is the most consistent, fresh, varied, and delicious restaurant in Gainesville. And I mean it. I've had nearly everything on the menu and have not been disappointed. And you have to try their changing daily specials. My joy is trying their soup of the day. Who knew I'd be going to a restaurant looking forward to a soup. A soup! But that's how wonderful this place is--that even the soups are exciting. For lunch you'll order at the counter but for dinner, it turns into white tablecloth with great service to match. Don't leave without trying one of the nearly dozen daily made desserts. I won't recommend any one dish over the other because I've seriously enjoyed all of them. Local ingredients! **side note: their sister restaurant is Blue Gill which is also scrumptious. read more

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Over priced gouging the customer by applying a service charge right off the top. Here is the sad shameful arrogant part. The wait service looks disheveled unclean unbathed hair n clothing doesn't look as if has not washed since the first day they were put on. Men with long hair in buns as well as the females should be required to wear hair nets on hair n beard. The portions are WAY OVER PRICED FOR QUALITY N QUANTITY. I used to enjoy taking family friends n guests to Mildred's. Sadly i can no longer support the business. It is now a rip from top to bottom read more

I'll start by saying the food was excellent. Everyone enjoyed their selections from the 3 course dinner menu. We had scallops, swordfish, steak, pea soup, wedge salads at our table. Our only complaint was the pea soup could have been warmer. Otherwise the food was imaginative and well prepared. The service was okay, but I had to ask to see the beer menu and the waitress forgot to come back to take my order and I had to flag her down. My main problem with the restaurant is that the decor is drab and dowdy, for the prices you pay for the food (it's one of the more expensive restaurants in town). The place should look better. The silverware was cheap, a sheet of paper for a table cloth, etc. it looked more like a dining room at a senior citizen's center than the dining room of a fancy restaurant. An upgrade of the dining room needs to happen before I would go here again and pay these prices. There is also a confusing 12% service charge for the staff, which leaves you scratching your head as to how much tip to leave. It's a shame because the food was really first rate. read more

We really enjoyed our dinner here. We had an anniversary dinner and the staff were very nice. They provided good suggestions and were attentive. The restaurant was very clean and well maintained- I didn't see any dust or dirt and everything seemed well-maintained. We booked a reservation online, walked in, and were immediately seated. We could definitely see ourselves going again. read more

Mildred's is a great spot for date night or girls night out. Highlights include a comfortable but sophisticated atmosphere, attentive service, an excellent wine list and high-quality ingredients. The three-course menu is a great way to try the inventive combinations of flavors and is the perfect amount of food to leave you feeling full but not overwhelmed. My favorite part about Mildred's? The case filled with delectable desserts with rotating flavors. The cakes are some of the best I've had, and you'd be hard-pressed to find such a selection elsewhere in Gainesville. They are light, fluffy and not overly sweet. The ricotta cheesecake, carrot cake and chocolate coconut cake are among my top selections. I love the cakes so much that sometimes I'll stop in just to grab a slice or two to go! read more

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Coming from big city restaurant scenes, I was at first put off a little by the humble decor and space in a strip mall. But the food was perfect and the service was excellent. Everything was delightful and fresh and I loved every bite. Do take a moment to look at the desserts available in the display before you sit, as the options can be a bit overwhelming if they're just read back to you by the server. read more

Brought my son in for his first Mildred's dinner. Food was solid, plating a little messy but acceptable. The service was rough, would have ordered another glass of wine had our server come back to check on us. No water refills, waited too long for both check drop off and pick up. Felt embarrassed as I had always talked up the place. I have never been a fan of the 12% up charge especially on take out orders! Not sure we'll be returning anytime soon. read more

What a delicious spot to dine at! We made a very short notice reservation for four, and within two hours were accommodated thanks to a kind woman on the phone. We arrived at 4:45 and were greeted by Justice, who took great care of us throughout the experience. He recommended excellent wine pairings as well as thorough details of ingredients - to which my 3 course meal was truly perfect. Can't wait to be back and enjoy a rare local restaurant in Gainesville. read more

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This restaurant and food is amazing, yet the service really took it up a notch. Our server, Sophia, absolutely made our evening. We had a large party, and she handled us with absolute grace and so much detail. Honestly, she is spectacular. We all had an AMAZING experience here. read more

Mildred's Big City Food: a Gainesville jewel or a dated experience? The positives: - Skip the meal and go directly to the desserts; the desserts are DELICIOUS! They have a Full bar, and the cocktails are excellent, which is a wonderful thing. - The food was the predictive gourmet presentation you would expect; the flavor is balanced and fresh. - The wait staff is polite, friendly, and knowledgeable. The negatives: As a whole, the vibe of Mildred's is almost a dated experience. The atmosphere is very low-key with a hint of boring. Mildred's looks just like when it was established in 1999, still trying to be a fine-dining experience, but feels somewhat vintage old diner. The food: - The dinner is a 3-Course Menu, offering "first," "second," and "third" courses. - Tried the Pâté Basque and the Crab cake for appetizers. Followed by the classic Caesar salad with real anchovies for my second, and my main dish was a forgettable Fried Pork Special. Then I had dessert, and all was forgiven. Did I mention that the desserts are amazing? Overall, quality food and service is good, but borderline on the high price tag for dinners, the location's atmosphere is outdated. read more

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This place is a world of great food and fabulous service. The fixed price three course menu is genius. These folks make great food and a great food experience. read more

A little hidden gem in Gainesville. Had lunch with colleagues and the service was excellent! Put it on your list for your next lunch spot. read more

Mildred's Big City Food - Blue Cheese Salad with chicken - American Near Me - Gainesville, Florida

Food is always solid here, after the 3rd visit this year, I have had the lamb burger twice and we had prefix dinner once, all were solid. Service is good and the manager is always smiling and nice. worth a visit in my opinion. read more

This is my first time at Mildred's! I feel as though it's underrated. However, let me tell you that the food, the service, and ambiance were great! My husband and I were celebrating our anniversary and we received complementary champagne! We both opted for the 3 course meal which comes with soup or salad options, entree, and a dessert . Apparently they rotate their menu so it's best to always check before going. I had the classic Caesar salad which was great, it had pickled onions and a sardine which was different but good nonetheless. For my entree I had the braised lamb with sweet potato which was delicious! And for dessert I had the chocolate coconut cake which was a great balance between chocolate and coconut. Not pictured my husband had peas soup which he enjoyed and the focaccia bread which is made fresh in house, for his entree he had the seafood dish and for dessert the New York Style cheesecake which was delicious. Also to note all their desserts are made by a baker in house and they rotate as well with some staple items that are always available. I definitely recommend try them out if you haven't already! read more

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Nice place and food. But I just noticed they engage in the deceptive practice of adding obligatory 12% to all checks, even takeout! This is done in the body of the bill, but then the credit card slip has the standard open line for adding a tip. They obviously hope many people won't notice 12% has already been added, and I'm sure many people don't. So the restaurant gets a nice bonanza of 30% in total service charge. This is a somewhat sleazy practice. I ordered 3 takeout dinners and paid $18 in service charge! read more

This was my first time eating at Mildred's and we were visiting with a larger group. The service was wonderful, and our server was very friendly and patient with us. I enjoyed the food. It was fresh and prepared with care. read more

We had not been to Mildred's in awhile. We are glad we visited. There is a nice atmosphere and the service was outstanding. We started off with salads. My Cesar salad was excellent. The two New York strip steaks were cooked perfectly and among the best we have had in Gainesville. There is an extensive dessert selection. The strawberry cheesecake tasted perfect. read more

Mildred's offers a fixed price dinner menu for $43. It includes appetizer, entree and desert. I didn't want an appetizer or desert and so paid more for just the entree! My NY Strip was nearly inedible due to toughness and gristle. The little tiny mash potatoes were the best part of my meal. I had a coke while my guest had one very ordinary glass of wine. The bill came to an astounding $250 which included a nonsensical 12% service fee plus tip. Gainesville is a small university town and $250 would feed a family of four for two weeks. $250 for three puts it at the top of expensive restaurants in town. I used to go to Mildreds a lot, but never again. read more

This is a hidden gem in a small shopping center in Gainesville. The ambiance is 1950's but the food is always delicious, fresh and varied. The desserts are fantastic too. This is a locals favorite place to dine. The service in the evening has always been super. The wait staff has always been courteous and eager to please. Lunch is more casual and you have to order at the counter. All in all a great place to eat. read more

They have food that is consistently good and somewhat unique. The service is also very good. It's a nice upscale restaurant. They have very good desserts, but they really need to have the chocolate coconut cake a little more often. It is absolutely to die for. I can make it at home, but I really don't need to have to myself. read more

I'm shocked at the good reviews I've read about this restaurant . We were there for dinner last Wednesday. The waitress gave us a piece of paper with a $46 price fixed menu with just a few items to choose from. We both chose the Caesar salad and chicken . Both were very small and the chicken was under seasoned and not at all flavorful . Dessert was cake which clearly had been frozen . Quite a disappointment . read more

Went to this restaurant when I was in Gainesville, Florida to see my father-in-law. It was very good food and great service.

Awesome dinner with friends. Great food, atmosphere and staff. Service was great. Our server Olivia is super

Our server, Justice, was very attentive and went above and beyond to make our dining experience one we will not forget. I easily give this restaurant a 10The whole atmosphere was filled with beautiful mirrors and plants that just gave us a great feeling to just be there . I also got the blackberry margarita that was very good and I am picky when it comes to Margaritas. All in all, it was Very pleasant .We will hope to go back again one day . read more

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Food was good and so was the cappuccino I ordered. I wish the food had a little bit more seasoning but my experience overall was positive. The staff is very nice and helpful when it comes to the menu. I would come again when I visit Gainesville again, the people were so nice in this town. The meal I ordered was hen that came with Parmesan risotto which had corn in it and it also came with a side of squash I believe. read more

Mildred's Big City Food - Game Hen - American Near Me - Gainesville, Florida

Food was very fresh and everything was cooked to perfection. The service was a little slow but it could have something to do with us being some of the last ones there before they closed. I wished they stayed open until a little later but besides that is a really good restaurant. read more

Nice ambiance and the desserts are so tempting. The reason they lost a star from me is their practice of adding a tip to my bill before I've gotten my food and eaten. read more

Wow, this place is awesome! Can't believe it took me so many years after leaving Gainesville to finally come back and try the food here. This place may serve simple food, but they execute it so well! I decided to try their Tuna Club sandwich when I went this time. At first, I expected it to maybe be a normal tuna sandwich with some pieces of lettuce and bacon. But I was pleasantly surprised that the tuna was actually seared tuna! They did a wonderful job of getting a good crust on the outside of the tuna but still maintaining that perfect raw cool center. The lemon aioli that they use provides the perfect citrus zing and punch to the sandwich. There's also fantastic texture from the mixed lettuce greens and crispy bacon strips. Finally, they also load up on the fries. The fries are nice and crisp on the outside, and I love how they maintain their texture even when it was in a to go container. Fantastic restaurant and fantastic service. Will be back again! :) read more

Mildred's Big City Food - What a fantastic take on a Tuna Club Sandwich :) - American Near Me - Gainesville, Florida

Great food and interesting preparations. Our server was perfectly chatty, not too much but engaging. The menu is a set price for either three or four options. You can substitute toppings from one entree to go with another protein of your choice. We skipped dessert and thoroughly enjoyed the rest. Ambiance is white table but no requirement to dress fancy. read more

Unfortunately the snooty hostess put a bad taste in our mouths as soon as we walked in! She was rude and condescending and made it very clear she'd rather we eat elsewhere We came very close to walking out. We probably should have. The food was ok. There were some hits, like the carrot soup, and the rest was mediocre at best. The two stars are for the total experience, as the man behind the bar seemed to be carrying the whole restaurant and he was kind and professional but had too much on his hands and it took quite a while for each course of our meal, which is fine when you're seated comfortably, but we were not. We had been banished to the bar by snooty hostess. While seated at the bar, we had a vantage point to observe all the other waitstaff cutting their own fruit for drinks, never washing their hands before doing so. The interior needs updating and the overall ambiance was lacking, at least from our second class seating assignment. read more

Mildred's rolls out the red carpet for your pups. With lovely outside seating and bowls of water, your furry friends will feel quite special. The staff do an excellent job to make you feel welcome. The truffle fries with garlic aioli dipping sauce were divine. read more

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You know -- skip it. The service was good. The staff was attentive. But the food was just awful. We honestly would've been happier with the salad kits that come from a super market. The salmon was impossibly bland. The lamb -- I mean, honestly, everything was terrible. We only took a couple of bites of the desserts. And again, service was good and they offered us other desserts instead and then took them off the bill when we declined. But. Please just skip it. It is expensive. But regardless of price, the food was just bad. read more

Mildred's Big City Food - Lamb - American Near Me - Gainesville, Florida