I've been enjoying Afternoon since the very start. I've watched the decor evolve. The patio is a…read morebig favorite. I prefer inside, as I'm a people watcher and I love to see "the machine" work when I'm dining. The crew is always very fun and kind. I admire how well the training seems to be. The food is just healthy, simple and done right. They use some actual imagination and ingenuity while still maintaining a scratch kitchen and not completely going crazy. I admire this. It's not easy. Produce is a gamble daily. Meat prices are insane. Afternoon does not compromise. I never needed anything more than a blood orange mimosa and avocado toast, maybe the occasional Dutch baby or pasty. However, the mystery, mystique, whimsy and steadfast "fresh to death" food stance will make you want to try new things here. I am a vegetarian, but more than that I'm picky and they have always had more than enough delectable options. I was happy with brunch... and now I'm elated and estatic about the new dinner service. I've visited twice for "After Dark" and it was exceptional. It has some real creativity without sacrificing your health. I'm a fanatic. Please give them a visit and try something new. Life is too short to skip meals at Afternoon! I love them and you will too. Not many spots in Gainesville cook food that is good for you to eat daily. They also brew coffee and they are in a pretty fun neighborhood. Across from Cypress & Grove Brewery. Same parking lot as Serendipity & Working Food. It's the Entertainment District so you can grab a cocktail and walk your dog home! I don't get paid for reviews (yet) :)

I have wanted to eat here for awhile after seeing all the excellent reviews so my husband and I…read morevisited this Saturday around 11am for brunch. We went during THE busiest time so we were lucky to find parking in the cramped but free parking lot. The hostess let us know there was a 35 min wait for indoor seating for 2. Outdoor seating was available, but we decided against it since it was a hot n sunny day in the 90s. We were ok with the wait and gave the hostess my name and phone number to get a text when the table was ready. While we waited, we walked to Serpentine plant shop across the parking lot and shopped a little. The text that our table was ready arrived 34 minutes so it was timed perfectly with the end of my shopping... we were seated soon after walking back into the restaurant. We had a corner table near the drink prep/coffee station so we had a front row seat to the preparing of many different teas and coffees while we decided what to order. A note about the table / seat size, we are skinny people and the seating fit us well but anyone somewhat wider would have trouble being comfortable. The high top tables might be a better option for those guests. The entire restaurant was packed when we came in and remained pretty full for our visit. There are 2 single-occupancy restrooms to the far left of the main entrance. They were clean enough and stocked appropriately. We were served by Jane and she answered all our menu questions. We ordered a cold matcha latte, chai latte, Mexican Coke, crispy potatoes, afternoon hash extra egg, 1/2 mushroom toast, and a turkey club no lettuce no bacon plus desserts (to go) chocolate chip cookie, puff pastry, and cinnamon roll. Jane brought out our to go desserts soon after the order. Our drinks arrived minutes after. However, our food took a bit longer (which we expected with a 100% full restaurant and Jane apologized for the wait, letting us know our food was on it's way about 20 minutes in) around 30 minutes. While we were waiting, there was punk rock / alt music in the background and a bunch of people's conversations going on so don't expect to have quiet dining if you go during a Saturday busy brunch. The Turkey Club was on thick Texas toast with dill in the mayo and tasted clean, fresh, like a delightful treat that grandma would make on a hot summer day. My husband's hash and crispy potatoes were the right amount of crunch and spice. The crispy potatoes had chunks of lime in it that were alarmingly sour but somehow complimented the dish. My mushroom toast had a delectable sauce topping with fresh scallions on french bread. We were very satisfied with our choices and had 1/2 my sandwich leftover plus our desserts to bring home. Many of the guests left empty plates when leaving so it seems their food is a hit! The only reason my "atmosphere" rating is missing a star is that our table was unfortunately near one of the restrooms so we would occasionally smell the disinfectant odor when someone opened the door. This was just a seating "feature" so of course it could not be helped. As far as other smells, we did notice that the kitchen, even if it was nearby, did not waft any fried food odors or smoke so their cooking area ventilation must be top-notch. All in all, a great foodie experience, cost about $100 with generous tip. Jane provided super customer service. We would come back for brunch or lunch here again, just not at the same table area

First off I have never eaten a biscuit that taste exactly like my grandmother biscuits until I came…read morehere. I got the Sticky Maple Biscuit and let me say it was very flavorful. It was seasoned very well and the biscuit was soft inside and toasty on the outside . It was so delicious I ordered a second one to go. The ambience is welcoming and the staff was very pleasant. From ordering your food to sitting down, all staff was very nice and helpful. I definitely recommend this restaurant.

Stopped in while in Gainesville as we are huge fans of MSB!…read more Service was 3 stars as the staffed seemed to lack in some areas. Cashier was very helpful but our orders were getting mixed up and coming out randomly and not together. Wait time was longer than usual and it had to be because the kitchen wasn't getting the orders right. Food was good , except my fried green tomatoes were overly fried and very hard. My maple vanilla latte wasn't as delicious as back home so I had to work my magic at the coffee area to make it taste better. Tables in dining area were super sticky to the point the receipt stuck to the table. Not sure how long this location has been open but it seemed a bit of a mess today.

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.

I had a really awesome waiter her name was Peyton I think, it was my first time and she helped me…read moredecide what was their best sellers and I took her recommendation the best decision 10/10 hospitality!!

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!

the service was amazing, literally right from the start of the time we were there; the ambiance was…read morealso great, as it wasn't too loud, the area is super cute, and the music was lofi. the food 10/10... SO GOOD!! my sister got the egg toast and i got the chicken and waffles-... super super good!! the bread on the toast was very fresh and it was delish, with a great amount of avocado. mine was the bomb.com. it was a bit pricey (around $50 for two plates and two coffees) but worth a shot! literally my sister said it felt "gourmet."

Great little breakfast/brunch/lunch place next to the University of Florida. We ordered 3 of their…read moremost popular dishes all prepared to perfection, see pictures. This place is a gem in a sea of mediocre fast food chains. We maneuvered the creative menu thanks to our server, Steven, a charismatic guy with a genuine passion for this restaurant, its food and the Gainesville community. I will definitely be returning again.

My crew and I stopped here one morning, and they were definitely busy but now I see why! We decided…read moreto sit outside since there wasn't a wait, and the experience was well worth it. The breakfast was some of the best I've tasted. Everyone in our group enjoyed their food, and we were all very happy with the outcome. Great food, good service, and definitely a spot I'd come back to.

I think it's a bit pricey for what you get. The biscuits are delicious, but you really only get one…read moresmall one on most plates. Grits are delicious and I don't usually like grits. The gravy on the biscuit and gravy was a bit dry(?) not sure if my plate was just sitting on the warmers for a while and dried out, or if it's supposed to be like that. Potatoes were good! Service was a bit mid, I'm not sure if that's just how the employees are at this restaurant, but the dude we had was very dry and dismissive.

Amazing diner! We…read morecame from Miami on a trip to get a quick breakfast, and we loved it. The service was great, food was tasty, and we loved the dog puzzle decor on the walls. We would love it if they had one in Miami!

I got the veggie omelet and the biscuit and my boyfriend got the country fried steak. The biscuit…read morewas so fluffy and moist, which is hard to find. The omelet was also really fluffy. The only thing to keep in mind is the prices on the menu are cash prices. They charge a fee for credit cards. They also charge $3 for food sharing, which was odd. But quick service, good breakfast.

Food truck, blink and you'll miss!…read more While the size of the bagels were nice, they were more of a bread consistency (airy) than a bagel (substance)... if that makes sense. I had the little bacon, egg and cheese which had less egg than I thought I would have (like 1/2 an egg). Usually places give two thick pieces, which is why I decided to get a smaller one. But it was far less than expected. We have a lot of bagels around Tampa, and it honestly wasn't what we thought. It is highly recommended in Gainesville, so I would try for yourself!

What a JOKE! How can you possibly use the term "New York Bagels"? They were more like soft rolls…read more We ordered bagel sandwiches (w bacon, egg & cheese) each on a different type of "bagel". The "sesame" had lots of sesame seeds, but was stale, like a day old bagel. The plain was super soft and fluffy, like a Jersey buttered roll. And now for the "everything"...like many of the photos (and mine here) you can see that the onions are burnt crisp! Ick! I specifically asked for the bagel to not be toasted since I'm not a fan of burnt stuff. And now for the price...the bagel was $2.95 PLUS now add $8.95 to make it a sandwich! WTF...this sandwich should be made of GOLD?!?!? Buyer Beware! They're not even that good!

Chris was the best! we're coming back because of CHRIS. He served our table well and was funny and…read morepolite.

We were in town for a concert and booked a reservation at Spurrier's Gridiron Grill about a week…read moreahead of time. Definitely glad we did, because I'd highly recommend getting a reservation here. We went on a Saturday around noon and found out they do a buffet brunch until 3pm. I wasn't expecting that at all, but it ended up being awesome. The shrimp and grits were amazing. I don't know what they put in those grits, but they were seriously scrumptious. The chicken wings and sliders were also really good. The place itself is really nice and well put together. Our server was good too and even gave us some recommendations for breweries in the area, which was appreciated. Overall, great food, great service, and a really nice atmosphere. Highly recommend.

Hands down one of the best quality restaurants in Gainesville. I've eaten here a few times but this…read moretime I decided to splurge a little and get one of their steaks...WOW! Significantly better than the local steakhouses and half the price. Their sides are amazing as usual and the drinks were yummy and well balanced. Plus, I always love the ambience in here! It's so colorful and lively while still being chill and calm enough for a nice dinner. And the wait staff are very genuine and kind people with extensive knowledge about the menu. Well worth the money, I've NEVER been disappointed by this place!

Ambiance - Quirky, grandma- vintage thrift store galleria…read more Service- a hipster army. Food- a big variety, plan on a 30 minute line ahead of you, maybe even double line length on the weekend.