Best Date Night Restaurants in Gainesville

11 restaurants available nearby

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1. Mildreds Big City Food

4.7

Exceptional(643)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Gainesville

Booked 12 times today

We are North Central Florida's farm-to-table, local, sustainable foods restaurant. Operated by Bert and Tara Gill, Mildred's offers a seasonally changing menu highlighting what is available locally. Offering quality and freshness with no shortcuts, our team prepares each dish from scratch. We serve local produce and fresh Florida seafood every day. We also feature a full bar, an award winning wine list and homemade cakes and cheesecakes. Mildred's is proud to say we serve Gainesville's best food! We are also in the Golden Spoon Hall of Fame for our dedication to great food and service year after year.Reservations for lunch are not necessary.

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2. Amelia's Italian Cuisine

3.7

Very Good(1433)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Gainesville

Booked 2 times today

Gainesville's Finest Italian Cuisine for over 30 years! Located downtown in the Sun Center (Behind the Hippodrome). Amelia's brings you back to its Northern Italian cuisine roots with top quality food, service, and ambiance.

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3. Sensei Asian Bistro

4.9

Exceptional(218)

Price: Very Expensive

• Contemporary Asian • Gainesville

Booked 6 times today

Sensei Asian Bistro unites classic along with modern Asian elements in a sophisticated, contemporary setting.Right across street from Regal Cinemas in Celebration Pointe!Indoor and outdoor patio (covered) seating available.Give us any detail you are comfortable with for your special occasion! (Names, # of yrs for anniversary, Birthday, etc.) We love to make your day personal and memorable.

4. Prime & Pearl

4.7

Exceptional(869)

Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • Gainesville

Booked 27 times today

Prime & Pearl is a sublime, delightfully original chophouse in Gainesville, Florida that believes unexpected, flavorful pairings lead to something magical. From steaks, dry-aged for 35 days to uniquely crafted cocktails, dining at Prime & Pearl is an experience. One you won’t soon forget.Our focus is on bringing things together—often unexpected things—to make something creative and authentic. We believe a sense of wonder is an integral part of every memorable dining experience in our space.Enjoy a local, hand-selected 25-ounce Porterhouse ribeye perfectly dry-aged on-site. Taste an array of oysters from our own gulf waters up to the shores of New England and Canada. Choose a unique steak knife that reflects your personality. Quench your thirst for originality with a personalized Prime & Pearl Bourbon or Whiskey. Whatever you do, don’t eat ordinary.

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5. Mark's Prime Steakhouse and Seafood - Gainesville

4.8

Exceptional(1365)

Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • Gainesville

Booked 19 times today

We are operating in strict accordance with CDC, State of Florida and Alachua County regulations. We have limited seating in our dining room to ensure proper social distancing. Reservations are strongly encouraged. We are offering take out curb side service for those who would like to enjoy Mark's at home. Delivery is also available through 352Delivery.com. Our wine and beer selections are available for take out. As always, we thank you for your continued support.-Mark's Prime Steakhouse Management Team

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6. Shula's Steak House - Gainesville

4.2

Awesome(599)

Price: Very Expensive

• Steak • Gainesville

Booked 6 times today

The Shula's StoryEstablished in 1989, Shula's Steak House started with one goal in mind - to carry on the legacy of Coach Don Shula, one of the greatest coaches in NFL history. 30 years later, we've taken that goal and run with it. We're proud to offer the highest quality steaks, fresh-caught seafood, and tantalizing sides.Inspired by CoachWinners are a different breed. Winners work hard, winners value the small details, and winners never cut corners.When Coach Don Shula opened the first Shula's Steak House in 1989, he took his winning formula to a whole new level. He wanted to provide the highest quality steaks in a warm, inviting setting. There's an ethos to excellence - it doesn't matter if you're coaching an undefeated football team, or grilling up a porterhouse - we make sure we live by it.

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7. Covey Kitchen + Cocktails

4.6

Exceptional(255)

Price: Moderate

• American • Gainesville

Booked 20 times today

Covey Kitchen and Cocktails offers a stellar menu crafted by Chef Andy Niedenthal with a focus on American cuisine with global influences. In 2022, the restaurant earned a coveted spot on Yelp's Top 100 Restaurants in the USA. Their hand-crafted cocktails earn rave reviews and the bar features an impressive wine list and local beers. The elegant culinary experience starts with complimentary valet parking. Indoor and outdoor seating is available. Open seven days a week for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Brunch is available Sunday from 11am-2pm.Live Jazz Sundays and WednesdaysValet parking is FREE for all guests

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8. Bahama Breeze - Gainesville

3.9

Excellent(250)

Price: Moderate

• Caribbean • Gainesville

Booked 4 times today

When you're at Bahama Breeze Island Grille, life's one big party. It's an escape from the ordinary and a much-needed excuse for you to let loose. Famous since 1996 for tropical cocktails, live music, and more, the vibe here is always as amazing as that Caribbean-inspired food we're known for. Bahama Breeze offers your favorites: seafood, salads, chicken-all with island flair. From Jerk Chicken Pasta to Seafood Paella, you can enjoy the islands one taste at a time, discovering new flavors along the way. Naturally, we're the perfect spot for all the sunniest moments in life: happy hours with friends, anniversaries, birthdays, date nights and unique culinary experiences. So, when you're ready to raise your glass and move your feet, the party's in full swing and the islands are waiting for you or if you'd rather bring the Island party home, online ordering is a Breeze too!

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9. BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse - Gainesville

4.7

Exceptional(70)

Price: Moderate

• American • Gainesville

Booked 14 times today

Time counts at BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse. Since our humble beginnings back in 1978, we've continued to refine our brewhouse experience to make BJ's a place where you can make the most of any meal. We want BJ's to be a place where the moment you leave is the moment you plan on coming back. We pride ourselves in our craft and attention to detail. Our guests come here for our award-winning handcrafted beer. They come here for the Southern California twist we've put on the Chicago-style deep dish pizza. And they come here for our Pizookies®, our world-renowned dessert. But above all we know people come here to make their good times better. So in many ways we haven't just crafted a brand, but a mindset. And our guests are the reason for this. And it's because of them we're continually striving to make sure every moment they choose to spend with us counts. Welcome to BJ's, a restaurant with a Brewhouse soul.

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10. Dave & Buster's - Gainesville

4.6

Exceptional(82)

Price: Moderate

• American • Gainesville

Booked 16 times today

Each Dave & Buster’s has more state-of-the-art games than ever, more mouth-watering menu items and the most innovative drinks anywhere. From wings to steaks, we’ve got whatever suits your appetite and our premium bar assures we’re stocked to satisfy! Plus, you can watch your game on one of our massive HDTVs with epic stadium sound.

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kevinvip
Los Angeles •1 review
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
good time, staff is super nice. shoutout to kiki thank you for the great service!
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Sensei Asian BistroPrice: Very Expensive• Contemporary Asian• Gainesville
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4.9
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Barbaravip
Miami - Dade •29 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
We had a fantastic time. The cocktails were perfect, our steaks were cooked to perfection, and the service was the best.
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Prime & PearlPrice: Expensive• Steakhouse• Gainesville
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4.7
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Doyle
Atlanta Metro •1 review
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
Carmel was our waitress and she couldn’t have been any better. She was attentive and just an all around nice person. The food and staff are always the best at Mark’s. Our experience is great every time we visit.
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Mark's Prime Steakhouse and Seafood - GainesvillePrice: Expensive• Steakhouse• Gainesville
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4.8
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Orlando / Central Florida East •11 reviews
5.0
Dined on 15 Nov 2024
Always fabulous. Great service, loved the anniversary celebration!
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Mildreds Big City FoodPrice: Moderate• Contemporary American• Gainesville
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4.7
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Sharon
Orlando / Central Florida East •1 review
5.0
Dined on 5 Oct 2024
The food was delicious and the customer service was top notch! Our waiter was prompt and fun.
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Shula's Steak House - GainesvillePrice: Very Expensive• Steak• Gainesville
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4.2

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11 restaurants available nearby

1. Mildreds Big City Food

2. Amelia's Italian Cuisine

3. Sensei Asian Bistro

4. Prime & Pearl

5. Mark's Prime Steakhouse and Seafood - Gainesville

6. Shula's Steak House - Gainesville

7. Covey Kitchen + Cocktails

8. Bahama Breeze - Gainesville

9. BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse - Gainesville

10. Dave & Buster's - Gainesville

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