Food: delicious Service: good…read more Ambiance: I like the vibes. My favorite food is the gnoochi !!!

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.

My friend brought me here because she said it's a popular spot!…read more The ambiance is nice at night with a sports game on. Pretty decent seating, but can see it getting packed on a busy night. I got the chicken tendies & fries and my friend got nachos (cheese, chicken, tomatoes). We both enjoyed our food! Nice spot to go to while downtown or need a quick bite to eat!

Wednesday night downtown Gainesville was pleasant. My husband and I are not students so we enjoy…read moreenvironments conducive to conversation, good food and a craft cocktail. Both Baby Jays and Cry Baby exceeded our expectations! We sat at the bar at both places. Both bartenders were talented and delivered craft cocktails that were creative, balanced, carefully prepared and presented with pride. These guys aren't just slinging rum and cokes or cold beer. Same goes for the kitchen. Food was a creative bar menu. I had an amazing fried chicken sandwich with a twist. My husband enjoyed the smash burger. One giant basket of tots was plenty for both of us. We will certainly return for live jazz Tuesday night but will likely skip the Friday night. Again... we are not students!

Stopped in for a late breakfast. I got sat immediately, I ordered an omelette that came out super…read morefast. The server was attentive and polite. Nailed it.

What a very nice place! I ordered the French toast and grits, and they make it with French bread!!…read moreWow! I have to say, up front, that they don't take credit cards as payment, but they do take Venmo or Zelle, so be prepared, or bring cash! The food is very down-home. It tastes just like it does when you are eating in your pajamas on Saturday morning! The decor is very eclectic and interesting. There are books, art and nick-nacks throughout the restaurant and even in the courtyard. The courtyard is special (see pictures) It would be perfect for you and your out-of-town guests to come and eat and hang out in peace, enjoying a lovely place to eat! Friendly staff, chill vibes!

We sat at the bar while in town to see our Gator. We wanted to grab a light snack so we split two…read morethings. We got the blue crab appetizer. I thought they would be served chilled, but they fried them. They were very good though, lightly fried with a very good dipping sauce. We also split the jambalaya, which was a very generous portion. The jambalaya was very, very delicious. The place has a cozy, dark, masculine, old school feel. Bartender very friendly. I'll definitely go back when in Gainesville again.

We went on a Saturday afternoon, street parking is free but good luck! There is a parking garage…read moreclose by and some lots that you pay with an app a block or 2 away. We arrived around 4:30 and still had a 15 minute wait. We waited at the bar and fun fact, happy hour everyday from 2-7 and all day on Tuesdays! Signature cocktails are $8 and beers as low as $4. This place has great prices all around. It's got a nice dining vibe inside, dimly lit but lots of windows, it sits on a corner. We got shrimp and scallop Orleans, stuffed shrimp and blackened red fish. Everything was served hot and at the same time and all very good. We all got collard greens and they were excellent. My only minor beef is that the blacked fish wasn't very spicy. Still great though. Service was very good. Great spot and best prices I've seen anywhere.

Came for brunch, food was all excellent, coffee good quality, and service excellent, Lauren was…read morevery attentive. All said great experience with great atmosphere. One one correction should be the come up with different name for the beneighs, they were tasty but not at all like traditional beneighs

Came for a group dinner on a Tuesday evening around 7pm, the service was nice but slow, and it took…read morean extremely long time to receive our food. My food was pretty room temp already by the time I got it, and the fries were cold unfortunately. Sucks because they were seasoned great, but I hate cold fries... I ordered the grilled chicken sandwich for dinner, and it was ok. I liked the pesto aioli sauce on it, but the actual chicken was pretty overcooked and dry. Probably from sitting on the warmer for so long since it wasn't hot either. Overall I'm not sure if I would come back to eat here, it seems a bit too pricey for the quality of food and service we received. But maybe brunch is better?

Once again, this place is as special as ever! Warm and friendly staff, food so delicious, it makes…read moreyou get every morsel from the plate! The beer is European, and they have wines and cocktails from Europe as well. I got the hot brie plate with walnuts, apples and onions, and some clear, magic sauce that tied it all together! What a delicious way to eat! There is no place like this in Gainesville. Ambience, old world charm and I'll be back...maybe tomorrow :)) (I talked to the owner, and there is no sauce on the hot brie plate. It's just liquid from the cheese and fruit...wow!!)

Group of eight girls, sat us right away for our reservation. One of the best espresso martinis…read moreI've ever had! Mimosas were awesome too! The food was OUT OF THIS WORLD! Everything we ordered was absolutely delicious. If I lived here I would easily come here all the time. Drinks took a little long but were worth the wait! All the girls that took care of us were very nice!

Service was a bit slow, but in their defense, it was a busy night…read more The chicken burrito was very good. Quesadilla was decent, but the tacos were very bland. 2 for 1 beers all day which is great. It wasn't the best Mexican, but it was pretty good

The Burrito Factory and Cantina has its ups and downs, but it's worth a visit if you're in the mood…read morefor a casual Mexican meal. I opted for a patio seat, which turned out to be a highlight in itself as I watched the foot traffic and street life go by, making for a relaxed, enjoyable atmosphere. The chips arrived with salsa that, unfortunately, fell flat. Sparse on cilantro and short on flavor, it didn't do much to set the stage for the meal. The refried beans that came with my burrito were a touch runny, though they actually paired surprisingly well with the chips as an impromptu dip. The star of the meal was the burrito itself, tasty and satisfying. It delivered where it mattered most. The rice on the side was solid if unremarkable, the kind of dependable accompaniment you'd expect. Overall, the Burrito Factory and Cantina is an all-right spot, but it has room to grow.

My daughter and I ate here while we visited UF. Food was delicious but even more than that was the…read moregoodness of the restaurant crew. My daughter hadn't realized that she had forgotten her purse at the restaurant. The crew called my phone and texted at closing to let me know that we had forgotten it! I also witnessed them showing graciousness to a mentally ill man who visited the restaurant while we waited for our food. Such goodness! I'm thankful we chose Di Big Jerk tonight

This restaurant has some really solid Jamaican food - I honestly regret not giving it a try sooner…read more I have found myself becoming a regular, especially on days where they have Curry Goat and Brown Stew Chicken. I've tried a several of these dishes, as well as the Oxtails (not pictured) which were incredible. The quality has been on point, with the meat tender and falling right off the bones. The prices are fair, considering portion sizes as well. I've found a large meal can easily serve two people or could be two different meals for one. I also enjoy supporting local businesses, and would strongly recommend Di Big Jerk's food. The environment was also quiet, with ample places to sit making it a good option for dine-in or take-out. The time to receive food after placing the order was relatively quick, with the order consistently being ready in about 5 minutes or less. All in all, if you're looking for solid Jamaican food - this is a great option. There's such a large variety of