12 Best Cocktail Bars in Gainesville

Celebration Pointe Cocktail Bar • $$
4949 Celebration Pointe Ave, Gainesville

“Peach Valley Cafe is in its new Gainesville location and open for business. So excited to have a great breakfast/brunch/lunch place in this fabulous location. Had Sunday brunch today and it did not disappoint. The line was long, so I grabbed a seat at the bar. That is where all the action is. The team at PVC is working hard to serve their customers. I had a Mimosa and Traditional Eggs Benedict. Everything was delicious and on point. The crew is friendly, the restaurant is brand new and spotless. There is a very large "porch" with covered seating outside. From the turn out today, Peach Valley Cafe is going to be very successful here.“

4.5 Superb124 Reviews
Kinya Ramen • Sushi • Yakitori - Gainesville Ramen • $$
1999 NW 43rd St Unit 1, Gainesville

Customers` Favorites

Spicy Ramen Bowl
Fancy Mango Roll
Kinya Experience
Tonkotsu Ramen
Shrimp Tempura
Chintan Ramen
Chicken Wings
Shrimp Ramen
Godzilla Roll
Kinya Ramen

“The ramen here is incredible and the best I've ever tasted (and I've been to Crane Ramen)! My wife and I got the Chintan and the Miso ramen with pork. They were both so delicious! The golden noodles are fresh, the broth is rich, and the toppings are flavorful - especially the egg. The restaurant is very cute on the inside, with lots of pop culture and anime decor to look at. They have beer and wine. The service is efficient and polite. We'll definitely be back!“

4.4 Superb132 Reviews
New Deal Cafe Wine Bar • $
3443 W University Ave, Gainesville

Customers` Favorites

Crispy Calamari with Marinara
Quiche of the Day
Cheeseburger
Lamb Burger
Fries

“While on a family road trip, we wanted to find somewhere delicious, local, and good for small children. There was so many great options and we highly recommend the classic burger, pimento cheese sandwich and the calamari. The staff was very hardworking and friendly, and you can tell they were working as a great team. We had a fantastic time with delicious food, atmosphere, and such a friendly crowdKid-friendliness: High chairs but no changing table“

4.5 Superb27 Reviews
Baby J’s Bar Cocktail Bar • $$
7 W University Ave, Gainesville

Customers` Favorites

Bees Knees Cocktail Tray

“Love this little extension of Cry Babys! The vibe is awesome, but I have yet to make it to a show at night. The happy hour is a good deal however - they have gin specials and some snacks to munch on before dinner. My favorite part of the bar has been the bartenders, they seem to really know what they are doing when it comes to mixology. Looking forward to seeing some of the creative cocktails that they come up with in the future!“

4.3 Superb58 Reviews
The Flying Biscuit Cafe Breakfast • $
4150 NW 16th Blvd, Gainesville

Customers` Favorites

Cheese Cake Stuffed French Toast
Salmon Scrambled Eggs with Grits
Waffle with Peach Compote
Chicken Sausage Gravy
Moon Dusted Potatoes
Fried Green Tomatoes
Chicken and Waffles
Waffle Breakfast
Shrimp and Grits
Hangover Hash

“If you have never tried this restaurant, in Gainesville, Florida, called the flying biscuit cafe in Gainesville, Florida, I highly recommend that you check it out because the food there in my opinion is amazing.One thing that I have to say about the service at the flying biscuit cafe in Gainesville Florida Is that they are very positive and friendly and welcoming to all the guest and willing to answer any questions that you may have if you have never been to this place before.One thing that I have to say about the atmosphere of the place is that it's very welcoming and vibrant and welcoming, and overall, it's a great place to eat at in the Gainesville Florida area.One thing that I have to say about the service that I received there the last time that I was there was amazing and our server who took care of us she was great and if we had any questions that we needed answered she answered them for us.One thing that I have to say about the cleanliness of the restaurant is that it's very clean and organized and overall not a sign of trash anywhere and overall it's one of my favorite breakfast places in the Gainesville Florida area.In my conclusion, this restaurant is one of my favorite places to eat in the Gainesville, Florida, area, and in my opinion, you can't beat the prices and the service there is amazing will be returning to this place the next time that I'm in the Gainesville Florida area.“

4.2 Good145 Reviews
Seafood Dock Seafood • $$
6791 W Newberry Rd, Gainesville

Customers` Favorites

Steamed Oyster on the Half Shell
Seafood Dock Seasoning
Seafood Basket-New
Shrimp Fried Rice
Fried Calamari
Seafood Boil
Fried Shrimp
Hush Puppies
Chicken Wings
Raw Oysters

“We went for lunch and everything was superb! The hostess was all smiles and courteous. Our waitress Sydney was fantastic! She was genuinely sweet and super efficient. Their wings, appetizers and seafood,...all fresh and delicious! My hubby and I's new fave!❤️“

4.2 Good86 Reviews
Cry Baby’s Cocktail Bar • $
1 W University Ave, Gainesville

Customers` Favorites

Korean Fried Chicken Sandwich
Big Baby Smash Burger
Hot Chicken Sandwich
Hamburger with Tots
Al Pastor Tacos
Yuca Fries

“Really lovely vibe! Quite crowded but fun, outdoor seating is available if it gets too loud and full for your comfort.Would definitely recommend trying the Hot chicken sandwich, which is essentially chicken with the Korean gochughang sauce (it's the Korean chicken sandwich on the menu) but absolutely stunner and smokey! Burst of flavors, takes a couple of bites to fall in love with it.Lots of fun cocktails and beer options are available. Service is good, really kind people!Would go again 100%“

4.2 Good60 Reviews
Ichiban Sushi Sushi • $$
4928 NW 39th Ave, Gainesville

Customers` Favorites

California Roll and Leo's Bacon Roll
Chicken Teriyaki
Chicken Skewers
Sushi Dinner
Sushi Rolls
Ginger Salad
Crispy Roll
Sunset Roll
Onion Soup
Fried Rice

“This was my first time visiting this sushi place. The first thing that stood out to me was how friendly and polite the staff were. Our waitress was awesome and did a great job making sure that our cups were never empty. The sushi at this place, while pricey, is actually some of the best that I have ever had. I ordered the tuna sushi and was surprised that they actually put whole chunks of fresh meat into the roll rather than the chopped up stuff I usually see at other restaurants. I highly recommend the spicy tuna roll as it was phenomenal. The miso soup was also very flavorful and had a deep smoky flavor with bits of tofu and the scallion garnish really brought it all together.My wife ordered some kind of tofu noodle dish but I didn't find it nearly as good as their sushi. My daughter ordered the pork cutlet dish over noodles and it was pretty tasty overall. Everything was fresh however, I much preferred the sushi here more than the other entrees.If you are wanting to try high-quality sushi, I strongly recommend Ichiban Sushi. They are a bit more than the average sushi place but then again, Ichiban isn't serving average sushi.“

4.1 Good74 Reviews
Fat Tuesday at Celebration Pointe Bar •
4949 Celebration Pointe Ave, Gainesville

“This location doesn't have food, just drinks, you just walk in and pick your flavors, and you can get multiple ones per drink. I went with the hurricane, eye candy, and strawberry. You can also get different size cups and reusable ones. The smallest size is a good price for the drink. The reusable cups are more expensive, but then you get the refills cheaper. If you were to come here often, it would be a good deal to get one of the reusable ones.“

3.6 Good13 Reviews
The Lab Bar & Latin Nightclub & Billiards Cocktail Bar • $
22 W University Ave, Gainesville

“The music is very good in this place but the environment is very badly designed. There is so much space in this building, and yet everyone gets cramped in one room. I think they need a serious renovation. The drinks are priced good and if you like latin music, the music is good. But go early as it gets VERY “

3.6 Good16 Reviews
The Dime Bar • $
4 E University Ave, Gainesville

“Best lemon drop martini that I have ever had. The bartender is always really friendly and seems to know what he's doing. He's very consistent with his drinks. The space itself is quite small and doesn't hold a lot of people. There are some tables out at but overall, seating is limited. We will pop in for a couple of drinks before we head out for the night.“

3.7 Good25 Reviews
Covey Kitchen + Cocktails Cocktail Bar • $$$
1514 SW 14th St, Gainesville

Customers` Favorites

Scottish Salmon with Veggies
Fish and Chips
Steak Frites
The Burger
Hamburger

“We were visiting Gainesville to see UF and my cursory Yelp search for a lunch spot brought up this place. Little did I realize it was located in the hotel I was staying at. Normally, hotel restaurants are meh, so the good rating stood out. Upon being seated, we received an iPad with the menu on it. The menu was easy to navigate and had something for everyone. Compared to the DC areas, prices were moderate. I ended up getting the tuna nachos and ceviche for an appetizer. We also split a cuban sandwich, a steak sandwich, and a French onion grilled cheese. All were excellent. Service was attentive and timely. Definitely a spot to visit when in Gainesville.“

3.8 Good131 Reviews
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