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Downtown Gainesville

Downtown is a practical starting point for local restaurants, shops and public places in Gainesville.

Gainesville, FL Downtown

Downtown is a practical starting point for local restaurants, shops and public places in Gainesville. Select a local restaurant from the directory, compare street addresses, and leave time to explore nearby public spaces. Check hours before traveling; these are suggested stops, not a verified walking route.

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Pick a starting point and build from there. Confirm opening hours, access and reservations with the venue; this guide does not imply availability or an affiliation with the places mentioned.

Restaurants and shops to know

Independent restaurants, cafés and shops from our directory, ordered by how many Google reviews each has. Hours change; confirm with the business.

Flowers and gifts store

108 Vine

Flowers and gifts store · 3735 W University Ave

108 Vine combines a gift shop with a craft espresso bar on West University Avenue. Its selection includes vintage finds, stationery, work by local makers and handcrafted drinks, with creative workshops listed by the…

Barbecue restaurant

Adam's Rib Co.

Barbecue restaurant · 2109 NW 13th St

Adam's Rib Co. serves barbecue on Northwest 13th Street in Gainesville. Its menu features ribs, chicken, brisket and smoked turkey with side dishes, and the restaurant offers direct ordering and catering information.

Neighborhood brunch restaurant

Afternoon

Neighborhood brunch restaurant · 231 Northwest 10th Avenue

Afternoon is a small neighborhood brunch restaurant on Northwest 10th Avenue. It offers seated dining and a to-go window, with a menu of breakfast dishes, toasts, sandwiches and café drinks.

French and Swiss bistro

Alpin Bistro

French and Swiss bistro · 15 SW 2nd Street

Alpin Bistro serves French and Swiss-inspired dishes in downtown Gainesville, with dinner, weekend brunch and a wine selection. The family-run bistro offers buckwheat crêpes and a rotating house-made pasta night.

Japanese restaurant

Arashi Yama Sushi & Hibachi

Japanese restaurant · 4780 NW 39th Ave

Arashi Yama Sushi & Hibachi serves Japanese food on Northwest 39th Avenue in Gainesville. Its restaurant menu features sushi, hibachi dishes and cocktails, with dining, takeout and current contact information available…

Korean restaurant

Beque Holic

Korean restaurant · 3812 Newberry Rd

Beque Holic offers Korean barbecue on Newberry Road in Gainesville. The restaurant features tabletop grilling, beef, pork and seafood selections, with both all-you-can-eat and à la carte menus and traditional side…

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