Fresh Kitchen is amazing but maybe different for some. Its like a new age fresh kitchen …read more Everything is dairy and gluten-free. Their side dishes are different and cold but dont let that stop you right here, they are amazing! Their noodles are made from sweet potatoes and they have mashed cauliflower that you'd never know if they didnt tell you. They have other sides that all taste great. Im not to keen on their beverages but again its a new age thing and it goes along with their pallet. And you have to try their cookies. I always have to get them. Soo good. My only draw back for me is it all comes in a bowl which I love, but not my husband. He wont go there just because the food is layered and well some dont like that. He wont drink their choice of beverages either. Some like it and some dont. I guess thats for everyone. But for me, its my go when I'm in Gainesville.

The absolute highest quality fast food chain in existence…read more In my opinion, Fresh Kitchen is hands-down the best fast food restaurant out there. Literally every single item on their menu is completely delicious. They offer a fantastic variety of high-quality proteins and vegetables, making it incredibly easy to build a clean, nutritious meal. What truly sets them apart is their unmatched commitment to clean ingredients--everything is 100% gluten-free and prepared completely without seed oils! They even sell high-quality Evian bottled water and offer phenomenal immune shots that I absolutely love. It is incredibly rare to find a quick-service spot with these standards. I cannot recommend them enough! Oh, and their service is amazing!

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.

great variety, super kind staff since first time we came , and we didn't know how to do anything. I…read morewas super impressed with the two young men who took care of us, Riley , Thomas, and Tommy. It worked really well for our business meeting here

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!

I really wanted to like this place as the menu and calories seem like a great option for eating out…read moreand being healthy. calories are low because the portions leave you hungry and they are stingy on ingredients. like the Greek salad had no more then 3 olives. the rice was severely dry. could be the worst side of rice I've ever paid for. I'm really against a place that pushes a Tio for counter service. food was fine in taste (other than the rice) but pricey for what you get.

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

This CAVA usually has pretty good service and the ambiance is always very clean and nice. I…read moretypically order a salad and I like to switch up what I get in it, as all of the options are very tasty! This time I went with the kids meal and it's a really great deal for the amount of food you get. I wanted some greens and they let me choose a green instead of a grain for my side. The ingredients here are always very fresh and nothing is too heavy. It's a great place for a light, healthy meal!

This is the best middle eastern food in Gainesville. I've tried the beef shawarma which you can't…read morefind anywhere in Gainesville, gyro meat and the falafel which is exceptionally phenomenal. Ehab the owner knows what he's doing! I grew up on Lebanese food and this is authentic

Grill Express was absolutely delicious! Everything is clearly made in house, including the…read moreincredibly amazing hummus. The beef in the Beef Shawarma Platter was well cooked and the rice was so flavorful. I would say definitely don't skip out on the hummus or adding the garlic sauce! The portions are also amazing. The owners are super nice and the service is great. The ambiance is definitely simple, not much going on, but I can't complain when the food is so good. One recommendation for them would be adding some more of the salad! It was great with the sauce and I wish I could have enjoyed it more.

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.

A Well-Run Machine with a Great Menu…read more The Cheesecake Factory delivers a consistently solid experience. We were seated quickly by the host and smoothly handed off to our server, who was friendly, efficient, and attentive throughout. We tried a little of everything: the BBQ Pork Belly Buns (two per order--very tasty, though a little light on the pork), a fresh Caesar salad, Bang Bang Shrimp, Chicken Bellagio, and Red Velvet Cake. The Chicken Bellagio was a standout, and the Bang Bang Shrimp was a hit--we ordered it on our last visit, too. On that visit, we also tried the Steak Diane, which was very good and a dish you don't see on many menus anymore. One miss was the margarita. It was overly sweet and syrupy, with a strong "Mr. Bartender" mix taste. Way too sweet for my liking, and I couldn't finish it. The loyalty program is another nice touch. Join the app and you get a birthday slice of cheesecake, plus points toward future meals. That's a great incentive and a loyalty program that actually offers something worthwhile. Overall, Cheesecake Factory is a well-run machine with a huge menu, generous portions, plenty of parking, and a spacious, comfortable interior. There's also a nice patio and plenty of nearby shops for walking off the meal. One tip: the dining room can be downright cold, so bring a sweater! A reliable choice with lots of variety--and plenty of leftovers. Lost a star for the margarita and the lite BBQ pork belly slider, tasty but the pork belly could have just been a few slivers of fatty bbq, not really pork belly.

Went to dinner with friends on Thursday evening, and unfortunately, the entire experience left a…read morelot to be desired. Our server, Graceanne, provided extremely slow and inattentive service. We had to request refills every time they were needed, and on two occasions, we had to ask a host to locate our server because she had disappeared for extended periods of time. Its seems she had to many tables. Management was nowhere to be found. Unfortunately, the food was just as disappointing. I ordered the small plates of Meatball Sliders and Chicken & Biscuits with Sausage Gravy. The meatball sliders arrived cold, and the bread was extremely hard and i couldn't even chew it. After one bite, I was done with them. They were simply not appealing and didn't have a good taste. The Chicken & Biscuits were also disappointing. The dish was missing what should be a key component, sausage gravy. The biscuits themselves were nothing special, and once again, the temperature of the food was an issue. Seasoning and flavor were serious lacking. Neither dish was what I would consider restaurant quality, and the portions were also quite small considering the price and smaller then what small plates usually are. Overall, from the food to the service, this was not a good dining experience. I expected much more and unfortunately left disappointed.

While in town visiting family and friends over the Fourth of July holiday, we met a few friends at…read moreTortillas for lunch on a Saturday afternoon. We have been to this area before on previous trips, but Tortillas was a newly opened restaurant since our last visit. We were definitely excited to give it a try! The restaurant is located in a modern development, combining housing and retail. It appears that there is a lot of development and growth to this area, and it makes sense that restaurants and other businesses are moving in. There are several other businesses and shops in the complex, and Tortillas is near the front on the left. At the time we went, it was not very crowded. We had no trouble finding a parking spot close to the entrance. The complex has private parking all around the buildings. There are several tables located outside of the restaurant, so you could dine outdoors and bring your dog. However, we sat indoors for this visit. Indoors, there are both traditional tables, booths, high tops, and bar seating. I can see this being a great place to go by yourself or with a larger group. Our group was 7 total people - four adults, and three smaller children, and we were accommodated with no issues. The people we were meeting beat us to the restaurant, so our table was ready to go upon arrival. It was not too busy at the time, so seating would have been no issue if you walked right in. The menu here is not extensive, but they do still have a variety of dishes and unique items to the restaurant. They also have a full bar, so there are many drink options to indulge in. There were appetizers, entrees, and even desserts. I also saw a sign for weekday lunch specials. Chips and salsa were complimentary, so our table enjoyed a few baskets of those before our main entrees came. We ordered the Grilled Mexican Street Corn as an appetizer also, which I really enjoyed! Anytime this is on the menu at a Mexican-type restaurant, I usually will order it. It was still on the cob, and it came with four halves. The kids at the table enjoyed an order of the Queso Blanco to accompany their chips! I personally ordered the Quesadilla Burger, as it seemed like a unique offering. It truly was sooo good! The Quesadilla "bun" was loaded with cheese and veggies, which paired so nicely with the burger. It was a great size too, and I only at half at the restaurant. It came with a side, for which I opted for the Mexican Corn. This was served off the cob, and was similar to the appetizer in taste and dress. As you might figure, I love Mexican Corn in any form, so this was great for me! The kids we were with enjoyed their entrees, so if you are looking for a good place to take kids this would be a nice spot. They also had milk for them to drink. The staff was accommodating to them as well, which is always a plus. Our service this day was wonderful! All of the food came out accurately and quickly. The waitress we had was top-notch! Her name is escaping me, but despite being pregnant she was stellar and a joy to talk to. I hope all of the staff here are as wonderful as she was to us! The prices here are fair. Some of the items I would say are a little more on the pricier side for what they are. Others, such as the Fajitas, I feel are rather cheap (comparably speaking to other places similar I have been). However, I would say the value is there. As stated, they also have lunch specials if you are looking to try it out for a few dollars less. I was extremely satisfied with my first experience trying Tortillas in Newberry! We visit the North Central Florida area at least once a year, and I would definitely dine here again on a future trip. I would recommend giving this spot a try if you are in the area, or have been thinking about stopping.

The birria tacos were really good! The meat was tender, not chewy, and very rich in flavor. The…read moreburrito was really good too. It's a good value overall too, with complimentary chips and salsa (very good, not too spicy), and each meal comes with 1 side. Service was a little slow, but not too bad and it was the day of the Newberry Watermelon Festival, so it was packed overall. They even offered free water for our dog. It was only $27 before tip, so great value! There's plenty of indoor and outdoor seating too. The bathrooms were very clean too. The service was very friendly too. Definitely worth checking out in a small town.