Top 15 Affordable Restaurants in Gainesville, FL

Derryk Wheeler The staff was exceptional, especially our bartender. The food was spectacular, we had late night menu crepes. The crepe menu starts after 10pm, and they were perfect. The cocktails were perfect as well. Thanks Alpin Bistro! We went earlier this time, drinks were great, quiche was awesome, the brie app was very good. The chorizo brandy app was okay and the croque-saumon was okay as well.

Nick TV One of my favorite spots in Gainesville. Its a healthier and tastier version of Chipotle with a wider range of flavors. Highly recommended

Brittney Freeman What an amazing little gem! The Dunbar hits it out of the park with food, service, and ambiance. We ordered almost everything on the menu and were not disappointed. EVERY appetizer is delicious but the ricotta toast and olives were standouts. The short rib and oxtail ragu were table favorites. The potatoes are amazing. The cornbread pudding made me dance. I can’t recommend this place enough. The Dunbar is easily the best restaurant in Gainesville.

Yolanda Rodrigues I cannot say enough good things about DJ’s Cast Iron Burgers! This food truck is a hidden gem and absolutely worth seeking out. First off, the Oklahoma onion burger was out-of-this-world delicious — perfectly smashed patties, crispy edges, juicy center, melty cheese, and sweet, caramelized onions all layered on a soft, buttery bun. Every bite was packed with flavor and texture. It’s easily one of the best burgers I’ve ever had — no exaggeration. We also ordered the dirty fries, and WOW. Topped with rich chili, creamy cheese sauce, crispy bacon, and tangy pickled onions — it was a flavor bomb in the best way possible. Perfectly seasoned and the fries held up under all the toppings, staying nice and crispy. Its one of those dishes that makes you want to lick the box clean. The food truck itself is clean, fun, and eye-catching with its space-themed artwork. The vibe was upbeat with great music playing in the background, which made the whole experience even more enjoyable. On top of that, the staff were incredibly friendly, helpful, and welcoming. You can tell they love what they do — and it shows in the food. If youre lucky enough to catch this truck, don’t miss it. DJ’s Cast Iron Burgers is seriously bringing gourmet quality to the streets. I’ll definitely be back the next time I’m in Florida!

Alyse Lorge Great experience!! Franco was our server and he was wonderful. Recommended the Birria tacos and they were nothing short of wonderful!!! The beef empanada app was also DELISH. My partner got the fajita texana and she greatly enjoyed them. Will be coming back.

Veronica Hall Fantastic across the board. Ive gone through their drive-thru and dined in, and the service is always fast and friendly. The food is delicious, the interior design is colorful and comfortable. From my table, I could see behind the service counter, and I was so impressed by how clean it was- from the shelves to the floor, spotless! I recommend any of the cuban sandwiches, and the tres leches for dessert. I love eating here!

Tarica Mayo ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Dylan is an outstanding bartender! She made amazing drinks, was quick and attentive, and brought such a positive energy to the bar. She gave great recommendations and made everyone feel welcome. You can tell she genuinely cares about the customer experience. One of the best bartenders I’ve come across — highly recommend asking for Dylan if you’re here!

Christel Cashion My son and I had the time of our lives here! Beautiful energetic atmosphere, all of the staff was kind, helpful, friendly, and timely and our waitress was amazing and patient with us! The whole menu is amazing, the burgers are delicious! The food is hot and fresh, the chicken and waffles are literally out of this world with taste and presentation! Onion rings and fries are amazing, definitely need to go again to try all of the things I want to try! My son’s official place to go out to eat at! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Pawan Soyam We went to Pearl and Prime for our 2nd wedding anniversary, and since it was our first one together, it felt really special. The fine dining ambience was excellent – elegant and cozy, perfect for the occasion. The food was delicious, and the portion sizes were generous. Truly enjoyed the experience and would definitely recommend it for special celebrations.

Rohantha Rukshan I went here for both lunch and dinner and really enjoyed it each time. The place has such a unique artistic vibe, it feels fun just being there. The pizza was tasty with a crispy crust and fresh toppings. The lunch special salad was also surprisingly good and definitely worth adding. I also tried their homemade ginger ale and cola, and both were refreshing and had a nice, natural taste, definitely better than regular sodas.

J T Oh my goodness what a hidden gem!!! Its in residential area and when we were driving by we were almost wondering if we were in the right place, luckily we saw a little white sign that said "This must be the place" lol We turned in and parked, and what a delight this place was! We live to eat outside and there were lots of options, both under cover or under the beautiful trees. We had a super sweet and attentive waitress, really amazing food, and great atmosphere both inside and out. And OMG the drinks were also fantastic! Unique and delicious, did not disappoint!

A.L. Harris A really nice craft cocktail bar with good food. The place has a cool atmosphere and attracts an older college crowd. A great location for some good bar bites. Dont forget the tator tots…. Absolute best I’ve ever had! Watch out for the cider… it’s potent… but so good!

Starfire Travel We had a great meal with good service by Haley. The shrimp dish was excellent. The atmosphere was sporty and we could watch Sunday Night Football. The option to purchase a bottle of wine was convenient.

casandra devries It was after ten and we wanted something fun to do and something to eat. The Midnight Underground was the perfect choice! There were many games to choose from for a chill night out. We ended up distracted by the food that was better than we were expecting! The chili was so good that we all had it in some form! The chili cheese dog, and the nachos were the group favorite

Srija Nampally The atmosphere once you enter was super cute and had a wall dedicated to some history. I got the caprese wrap and my friend got the ham apple brie sandwich. We both loved what we got. The quality and freshness were apparent and outstanding. The sandwiches didn’t take too long to make, however, they were made well. The meal was filling and absolutely delish—we will be returning!