Delicious food and creative custom drinks! This was my first time at their new location, and it's…read moreabsolutely beautiful inside--food is just as mouthwatering as ever! Every dish was thoughtfully prepared, especially the fresh seafood. You have to try the fried oysters, risotto, and the "Not Your Mom's Martini"--seriously unforgettable. Everything from food, service, and ambience was outstanding from start to finish...including the music soundtrack!!

The fish preparations are Five Star. Subtle flavors bring out the best in each fish selection. This…read moreis cuisine at its finest. The service is attentive and professional. The atmosphere is casual and relaxed with stylish decor. One of the top restaurants in Gainesville.

Been awhile since we has been there. Buffet was really good. Friendly staff, never had to ask for a…read moredrink refill. Was fairly quiet in there, did get busy after awhile. You walk in pay for your buffet , and sit where you like . Real casual dining experience. The only negative thing i experienced was the dessertb, they were out of both cobblers for a little bit , didnt want to wait l,so tried a piece of each of the cakes they had in bowls. Chocolate Cake wasn't bad, butbwhat i believe to pineapple cake or something was very dry no flavor. I dont go to buffets for the deserts, so..the chicken an the rest of the food made up for the issue. A closer to home buffet , they did have a sign up for all you can eat crab legs on Sat 3-7pm.

Pre-pandemic Brown's would offer up their delicious fried chicken with whole breasts. Nowadays…read morethough they're being cheap and slicing 'em in half before frying, which also means they turn out super dry. That's really the only downside. Their inexpensive southern style buffet is still decent otherwise.

Fantastic service even though understaffed, great food, perfect environment, not to expensive and…read morevery good coffee all in all 9.5/10 highly recommend

First off I have never eaten a biscuit that taste exactly like my grandmother biscuits until I came…read morehere. I got the Sticky Maple Biscuit and let me say it was very flavorful. It was seasoned very well and the biscuit was soft inside and toasty on the outside . It was so delicious I ordered a second one to go. The ambience is welcoming and the staff was very pleasant. From ordering your food to sitting down, all staff was very nice and helpful. I definitely recommend this restaurant.

So it has been something like five years since I last reviewed Country Foodly, so I figure it is…read moretime to give a bit of an update. Really, nothing has changed. It is the same folks inside, the same food, and the same experience... which is excellence. This place has become a local favorite, and there is a vibe of familiarity between the staff and the customers that you don't see in chain restaurants. If you are looking for a local place that caters to the region, this should definitely be on your list!

The place is unpretentious. They serve breakfast and lunch with some Korean fusion mixed in. In a…read moreland of traditional breakfast joints. I'm glad this place exists. I had the mild ramyun. It is ramen with wontons, broccoli, eggs, and 2 chicken drumsticks. It is a delicious hearty soup on a chilly fall morning.

Only in town for one night on way to Disney cruise. Not big on fast food but didn't want sit down…read morerestaurant for family of five. Found this and glad I did! Got the family chicken and waffles and it was ON POINT! Hot, fresh, and affordable!

Last minute breakfast decision and wow I am so pleased that we decided on the Metro Diner!…read more As soon as we pulled up I had a good feeling about this place and I'll be honest coming from New York I miss my diners! Needless to say this the Metro diner truly surpassed my expectations. We walked in and were greeted immediately and asked if we would like to sit outside which is a covered area or indoors. We chose inside given it being a hot humid day and wanting that extra comfort. The vibe felt amazing with all the smiles and yes even though busy all the wait staff was hopping doing their business! We were seated and told about the specials and given the menu. I was unsure what I wanted because I think I could have eaten a little bit of everything! I did ask the waitress a couple of suggestions and one of them was the pancakes I had chosen. They serve breakfast, lunch and dinner all day! How cool is that and rare. They had a chicken and waffle special that was actually half a chicken ( pieces ) fried with Belgium waffles, powdered sugar and sweet strawberry butter served with their signature sweet and spicy sauce. I'll be honest when I had seen someone else get their plate I was surprised. It looked absolutely incredible and well tremendous. On their specials they had banana pudding pancakes or waffles, this also sounded amazing. It had walnuts, butter and powdered sugar and definitely banana. I am most certainly glad that I chose this as it was incredibly. Super fluffy, flavorful and the banana was not overwhelming there was a perfect balance of flavors. There was a sauce on them that I assume was the banana pudding. It was light and just enough to not overpower the pancake itself. We had also ordered croissant French toast and my son absolutely loved them. They were crispy on the outside yet fluffy and flavorful with a fantastic texture topped with some powdered sugar. Some ordered hash browns, these were also delicious and homemade with a great texture and the portion like all the other dishes pretty large. We had all tried the biscuits and gravy. These too were delicious with such a nice balance of flavors. The biscuits indeed homemade. We were all very pleased with everything. Some eggs over easy and bacon cooked perfectly. The coffee honestly the best I've had in years. I'm a coffee drinker and I cannot figure this coffee was outstanding! I had four cups and wish for more ha ha. Best of all I must compliment the service. I have not been to a restaurant of any sort with such attentive service, quality service as we received here in years. The waitress kept refilling my coffee and water, brought my son more soda ( even a container to take his home ) asked everyone if they needed anything at appropriate times and was extremely kind and considerate. I will be back and I highly recommend the Metro Diner for a great meal, quality service and relaxed environment that you will enjoy. Address: 2130 SW 34th St. Gainsville, Florida 32608 Phone: (352)353-2889 Hours: Friday 7AM-8PM Saturday 7AM-8 PM Sunday 7AM-8 PM Monday 7AM-8PM Tuesday 7AM-8PM Wednesday 7AM-8 PM Thursday 7AM-8PM Wheelchair Accessible *** ( it can be a little tight sitting indoors but outside sitting is a notably more open space. Metrodiner.com

Going through Newberry to their farmer's market one Saturday, came across this place just across…read morefrom the town's Hardee's. Unlike that chain, these kind folks have breakfast all-day and a variety of classic southern food. Burgers, omelettes, fried shrimp, fish, salmon patties, lots of sides and, of course, sweet tea. I ordered the half-and-half fried shrimp and fish combo. Both were freshly-fried and the fries were nicely seasoned. To say these folks were enthusiastic is an understatement, and it shows in the quality of their food. They told me an updated menu is in the works, and they currently open at 6am and close around 2pm daily. Will definitely be back!

After all the great reviews, we finally had a chance to try out Young's. Everything was delicious…read moreand the service was amazing! We will be back

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.

Everything was exceptional! We are looking forward to our next visit and wish we didn't live 485…read moremiles away!

We were in town for a concert and booked a reservation at Spurrier's Gridiron Grill about a week…read moreahead of time. Definitely glad we did, because I'd highly recommend getting a reservation here. We went on a Saturday around noon and found out they do a buffet brunch until 3pm. I wasn't expecting that at all, but it ended up being awesome. The shrimp and grits were amazing. I don't know what they put in those grits, but they were seriously scrumptious. The chicken wings and sliders were also really good. The place itself is really nice and well put together. Our server was good too and even gave us some recommendations for breweries in the area, which was appreciated. Overall, great food, great service, and a really nice atmosphere. Highly recommend.

Great place for lunch and dinner in Gainesville. Good selection of of food and drinks. The staff…read moreare friendly and the service was great. Great atmosphere for bar hopping.

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!

Well... I was surprised to find this place was inside the Marathon Gas Station. It was recommended…read moreby another traveler I met! The food smelled delicious and I know some great cooks/chefs can start in a gas station! We had chicken, brisket sandwiches, fried okra, collard greens, baked beans and green beans. I have to give every item a !!! The banana pudding finished off the meal just right! I only wish it had some whipped cream but I didn't ask so I will never know if they could have obliged Thank you for the yummy, stick to your ribs grub! If we are ever passing through again, we'll surely return to try the Mac n cheese!!

Don't miss this opportunity to grab some of the best bbq this side of Texas. On the outside it…read morelooks like a typical gas station but don't let the OG of BBQ inside fool you. With a great selection of beef BBQ that will make your mouth water, you will need to take a minute to choose from the incredible sides also made in house. The staff are helpful & quick to get your food out to eat inside or to go!