25 Essential Gainesville Institutions
From neighborhood classics to high-wire tasting rooms, these are the places shaping the modern dining identity of Gainesville.
Cracker Barrel Old Country Store
Texas
Homey chain restaurant serving American comfort food, with an on-site general store.
Jaz's BBQ
Texas
an everyday essential table known for disciplined barbecue restaurant cooking, strong local gravity, and Beam Score momentum at 83.4.
Frida's Mexican Cuisine & Bar
Texas
an everyday essential favorite for readers tracking Gainesville's most persuasive restaurant rooms, anchored by a Beam Score of 81.1.
Al's Luigi's Italian Restaurant
Gainesville, Texas
Casual, family-run restaurant with Old World ambiance, plating classic Italian-American fare.
RibCrib BBQ
Gainesville, Texas
Barbecue chain dishing up ribs, brisket, sandwiches & sides in a laid-back setting.
The Neu Ranch House
Gainesville, Texas
Down-home Southern eatery with a rustic vibe offering BBQ, catfish dinners & a popular buffet.
Trails Inn Restaurant
Gainesville, Texas
Service options: Delivery, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Fast service, Great coffee, Great tea selection, Serves local specialty. Popular for: Breakfast, Lunch.
Fera's Italian Restaurant
Gainesville, Texas
Roomy, easygoing outfit with a bar, TVs & familiar fare like pizza, pasta & calzones.
New Asian Buffet
Gainesville, Texas
Service options: Curbside pickup, No-contact delivery, Delivery, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Fast service, Great tea selection, Rooftop seating.
Waffle House
Gainesville, Texas
Simple chain spot offering American diner fare & all-day breakfast, including signature waffles.
El Tapatio
Gainesville, Texas
Vibrant Mexican eatery with fajitas & other familiar dishes, plus housemade tortillas & a full bar.
IHOP
Gainesville, Texas
Long-standing chain serving a wide variety of pancakes & other American breakfast & diner fare.
Taco Casa
Gainesville, Texas
Branch of a Texas-based chain serving casual Mexican fare such as tacos, burritos & nachos.
Red River Grill
Gainesville, Texas
Easygoing stop inside WinStar Casino offering American comfort fare such as nachos & wraps.
Japanese Cowboy
Gainesville, Texas
Service options: Outdoor seating, Curbside pickup, Drive-through, Takeout. Popular for: Lunch, Dinner, Solo dining. Accessibility.
Schlotzsky's
Gainesville, Texas
Counter-serve chain serving deli fare, such as their Original sandwich, specialty pizzas & salads.
Saint Joe’s pizza
Gainesville, Texas
Service options: Onsite services, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Fast service. Popular for: Lunch, Dinner, Solo dining. Accessibility.
Indian Dhaba
Gainesville, Texas
Service options: Outdoor seating, Curbside pickup, No-contact delivery, Delivery, Onsite services, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights.
902 Bar & Grill
Gainesville, Texas
Service options: Outdoor seating, Curbside pickup, Onsite services, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Bar games, Fast service, Great beer selection.
Cowboys Restaurant Gainesville
Gainesville, Texas
Service options: Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Serves local specialty. Popular for: Lunch, Dinner, Solo dining. Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible entrance.
Jack in the Box
Gainesville, Texas
Burgers, chicken, tacos & breakfast items fill out the menu at this fast-food chain.
Taco Bell
Gainesville, Texas
Fast-food chain serving Mexican-inspired fare such as tacos, quesadillas & nachos.
Subway
Gainesville, Texas
Casual counter-serve chain for build-your-own sandwiches & salads, with health-conscious options.
Main Street Pub
Gainesville, Texas
Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible entrance, Wheelchair accessible parking lot, Wheelchair accessible restroom, Wheelchair accessible seating.
The County Seat Kitchen & Cocktails
Gainesville, Texas
Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible entrance, Wheelchair accessible parking lot, Wheelchair accessible restroom, Wheelchair accessible seating.