I would recommend! We went while driving through on I75. While it is a little expensive, the…read morequality of the food is worth it. They also run great promotions. We went on a Saturday morning, and they had 30% off all shakes. It did take a little bit, as there was only one person working when we first got there. There was plenty of seating, and they weren't super busy. I had the Blue Almond Berry Acai bowl. The blue base was super good, although both were pretty sweet. That isn't a complaint though! We also got the strawberry banana smoothie, which was good. I would not recommend the almond butter brownie. It was extremely salty.

I have seen ads for this place all over my Instagram for a while now, so today I decided to try it!…read moreVale Healthy Kitchen is a Florida chain that focuses on serving healthy, clean ingredient dishes full of flavor. They offer a variety of things including curated and signature bowls/salads, açaí bowls, smoothies, wraps, and some healthier treats. Their menu is quite extensive and they truly have something for everyone. Everything is also very customizable, which I appreciate! I didn't dine, but DoorDashed it instead. This was hassle free and not too expensive. I actually recommend going this route as you could save money through deals on those delivery apps. I will say, this food is slightly more expensive. But this is due to the quality of ingredients they use. I really love that they don't use seed oils and focus on using lots of whole foods. This is evident in the flavor of the food and the way you feel after eating it! I had to order their famous chicken caesar wrap. Their chicken caesar wrap includes lemon garlic chicken breast, lemon garlic kale, parmesan cheese, avocado slices, avocado caesar dressing, wrapped in either a white, spinach, or whole wheat tortilla that is pressed on a flattop. This was phenomenal and easily one of the best wraps I've had. It was huge and packed with ample amounts of chicken. The lemon garlic chicken was not dry at all and had great flavor. The lemon garlic kale accompanied the chicken perfectly and added a nice crunch. I appreciate them using kale as I felt like it didn't get soggy and the texture was nice in the wrap. The wrap also had a decent amount of sharp Parmesan which was just heavenly. The avocado was subtle, but added a creaminess to it. Then the avocado caesar dressing really ties everything together. I could go on and on about how good this wrap was. It was so balanced and there was just the amount of each ingredient in it, perfect lunch! I ended up getting a side of their kale & shaved brussel sprout salad as well, but didn't like this as much. The salad consisted of shredded kale, shaved brussel sprouts, carrots, cranberries, and maybe a nut of some sort (there isn't a description provided on their menu of this item). I was disappointed when there wasn't a dressing or something over it to bind everything together. With that being said, it was bland and not memorable. I think this would be better in a bowl as it's intended, not as a side! Overall, I was very impressed with Vale and they have easily become my favorite place to get a wrap from in Gainesville. I love that they focus on using healthy, high quality, whole foods, and avoid things like seed oils. It is evident in the flavor of their food. This does make the prices a bit higher, but you are really paying for what you get and I think the portions are worth it. My wrap my phenomenal and one of the best chicken caesar salad wraps I've had. The wrap was absolutely packed with chicken and had the perfect ratio of chicken to dressing to filling. It was a very filling meal and could easily be two servings. I will definitely need to come back and try some of their bowls as well, they truly have endless options to customize your own bowl. If you are looking for something healthier, filling, and delicious-- check this place out, you won't regret it!

I recently ordered takeout from Keke's Breakfast Cafe…read more I love that they have healthy options on their menu and was able to order scrambled egg whites with a side of turkey sausage and toast. It was all delish with a generous five egg whites included in the scramble and I liked that they had rye bread as a choice for the toast. They got my order put together quickly and when I went to pick it up they're dining room is cute and clean. The folks who helped me were super friendly as well. A wonderful takeout experience! Get to it!

I went here after hearing rave reviews & because of their student discount…read more For my meal, I ordered a tuna melt sandwich, which was lackluster because there was a scoop of tuna in the middle, but that was it- closer to the sides it was an extra inch or two of just bread. And across the table, the blueberry pancakes weren't too much to write home about either. I will say though that the orange slices were a nice touch to some of the plates. All in all, the food was ok, but for premium brunch prices it's not somewhere I would come back.

We stopped in for lunch, but since it was Father's Day, they weren't serving food. Instead, we…read moreenjoyed an adult beverage to celebrate the best husband in the world! The service was friendly, there was plenty of parking, and the covered outdoor area was perfect for staying dry during the rain. The restrooms were clean, and the stage added a really charming touch to the atmosphere. We look forward to coming back to try the food and updating our review!

A pleasant, spacious cafe with outside seating and with ordering at the counter. Evening music at…read moretimes with local bands, which I've enjoyed at times. But the food is just average, with no special offerings. Pricing is fair, although I'm not sure how I feel about tipping for counter service. So, in all, go for the music and enjoy outside seating, but don't expect a memorable meal.

Haven't been to Cava in two years. went back today and realized why I miss it. staff was so nice…read morebut I wanted to shout out Kianna she was the sweetest and I love her down. keep up the good work team

Joy runs a tight ship and Carson and Lauren were freaky fast at getting the bowl prepped!…read more Highly recommend!

I've been coming here since they've opened and it used to be fairly priced. Overtime, they've since…read moreincreased their prices and decreased their portions while keeping the quality the same. So for a while, I actively told my friends and family not to come here because it was the same quality, for an exorbitant price. This year, I gave it another shot. I came to this restaurant at different times with different guests, and although the original Sensei Asian Bistro I've known and loved is gone, they've definitely changed -- for the better this time! The quality of the food you eat definitely matches the price. The staff is well trained, and sweet. The ambiance is chill, I like the wingback chairs and the background music. The entire restaurant feels like it's improved drastically -- from the food, to the vibes, and the service. - I ate the lobster wontons, this was really good. - The tonkotsu ramen they have is seasonal from their summer menu but it is fairly priced -- probably cheaper than a lot of ramen places in Gainesville. However, you can definitely taste the quality. The noodles were chewy and bouncy, the broth was nice and thick. - I had the NY Strip too, that was good as well, very soft. I liked how it wasn't overcooked. - The nigiri set, has wasabi already put in between the fish and the rice, but you can definitely ask for more wasabi (or no wasabi). - I also ate the lamb chops -- the taste was delicate compared to a lot of places that serve lamb chops. I think I prefer their style because it did not feel as heavy in the stomach. - I also got the Grand Cru NY Strip. It is definitely worth $150. I literally choked on the fatty juices that came out of one piece. The Grand Cru is no joke. The flavor literally bursts in your mouth. It's very filling because it's so fatty. - For dessert I got the Kakigori. Personally, I like the shaved ice part -- I didn't like the crème brûlée part. It was too sweet. I know they sometimes have a tasting menu so I'm definitely waiting for that to come back!

I was in town for the last round of interviews with a company in Alachua, and stayed at a hotel in…read moreCelebration Pointe. Apparently nothing is open on Mondays around there, but I found this amazing spot. Definitely elevated Japanese food. I ordered wayyyyy too much food for just me, but I wasn't upset about it at all. Everything I ordered: Tataki, Pork Belly skewers, Cucumber Salad, Salmon and Yellowtail sashimi, Otoro nigiri, and Lobster Wontons. All were so yummy and flavorful. I have no complaints about any of it. The service was great. Everyone was so attentive and helpful. The ambiance feels welcoming. If I am ever in the Gainesville area again, I would go out of my way to come back to eat here.

I forgot to take pictures but oh my was the service and the food so so good. We both ordered the…read morechicken and waffles and he also ordered the fish and fries. I tasted the coleslaw that came with his fish and it was really good. The fish was great and he loved the homemade tater sauce. The chicken and waffles are to die for. We both opted for what I will call Chicken flanks. We each got 4 halves of chicken breasts that were done with buttermilk breading before cooking. Just so delicious. I used honey on mine and he had a sweet and spicy sauce. The waffles have a strawberry butter, that is amazing and we used regular syrup. I can not say enough about our server who kept drinks full and was interested truly in what we thought about the food. Will be back first time there and we were not disappointed. The restaurant is very clean and has some neat things to look at as well, plus you can sit inside or outside.

We went for breakfast and were seated within 10 minutes. The ambiance is very vibrant!…read more Our server was great! My Bloody Mary was really good. I had the eggs Benedict with fruit and it was tasty. The other entrees were the steak scramble and it looked good. I'd definitely recommend this restaurant for breakfast.

Chicken Salad Chick saved my work travel life recently in Gainesville…read more I was on back-to-back calls and needed a little reasonably priced lunch delivered while I worked. Also, I wasn't looking for a big lunch, more like something snacky. Enter Chicken Salad Chick. I ended up getting one scoop of the Classic Carol that came served with a few wheat crackers, a cookie, and I opted for fresh fruit as my side dish. The chicken salad was a sort of basic (not in a bad way!) recipe with celery and seasoning and was great. It was filling and satisfying. The fruit was fresh and fabulous as well. I didn't go in so can't speak to the dine in situation but for delivery, my meal was packaged with care and was promptly prepared. Get to it!

Okay, we were bored with all the other lunch choices and I tossed out Chicken Salad Chick as a…read morechoice. My wife jumped at the opportunity as she loves chicken salad. I do not. But hey, one time can't hurt. I always envision an empty restaurant and a one option menu. Well I was pleasantly surprised. I got the Maui Mama and a side grape salad. It was great. My sandwich states it's spicy and it didn't disappoint. Pineapple, bacon, cheddar cheese and jalapeño. The sandwich was served on a toasted croissant which I have to say was one of the best I've ever had. The grape salad was awesome and we're already looking up copy cat recipes. My wife just got a single scoop of CS with a side of broccoli salad. It was good, but the sandwich was better. If I have one dig, it's the price. Slightly more than traditional fast food. I don't think I can afford to eat here several times a week but we now have a new lunch option in town. Bottom line though, and this sums it up, we'll be back.

Chicken wrap is delicious. I will say it's not 100% consistent each time I have it but it's still…read morequite good. Pita chips with regular hummus is also delicious. Would recommend!

Inexperienced staff No hair next on cooks…read more Consequently hair in food Food came out ( it was so-so) No dressing No wine I had to go back to the counter and beg Had to walk back a forth to counter 3 times Too expensive for what you get Just wanted to decent food with out all the drama of a fancy Greek restaurant But I'll be going back to Alder and Oak! Pay 10 bucks extra for a phenomenal experience great food even if you just sit at the bar!