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    Loosey's

    4.1 (211 reviews)
    ModeratePubs, Karaoke, Burgers
    Open 11:00 am - 12:00 AM (Next day)
    Updated over 3 months ago

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    LOOSEY'S ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Live music
    Karaoke
    Moderate noise
    Casual

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    Beer at Loosey's Downtown Gainesville
    Bruce K.

    I asked the internet for the best chicken wings in Gainesville and it sent me here to the downtown location of Loosey's. I did not realize that today was a playoff day for the Gators but it worked out well as I arrived early enough. If there is sports going on, expect Loosey's to be packed and it definitely filled up by the time I left. Great service today by Elliott who ensured that I had the beers I needed and the wings. The wings were excellent. Cooked properly, medium quantity of meat on each one and only one was completely burned. The rest were tasty. Fun joint for beers in downtown. Don't miss out on the wings and the burgers looked good too! [Review 356 of 2025 - 2008 in Florida - 23918 overall]

    CALL THEM! THEY ARE OPEN!!
    Erich C.

    It's nice to come outside on a cool Florida night, with live music playing inside that gets louder every time someone opens the door!:)) Not much else going on downtown. I got my Guinness bubbling up in front of me and a nice cheeseburger coming at me in about 10-15 minutes can't wait!!

    Kalbi Burnt Ends
    Ben S.

    Was in GNV for the first time for Fest and Loosey's was on my list of must try places. Friends had gone there the night before I got into town so wasn't sure I was going to get here, but we needed a break between sets so sitting outside and ordering was super easy. Food came out very quick considering how many people were there and that they had a full line up of bands going inside. Food was also very very good. Burnt ends were perfectly cooked with a nice mix of flavors and the mac and cheese had a nice crunch on top while still being creamy. Would absolutely come back and would love to explore more of the excellent sounding menu.

    truffle fries
    Rachel C.

    Loosey's is the perfect place to go for great bar food and vibes. The employees were all super nice and food/drinks came out quick. For drinks I tried the Florida Mule and some kind of mixed berry sour, and both drinks were great! We ordered their wings in hot buffalo and garlic parm, as well as their truffle fries. The wings were super juicy and perfectly crispy, and the sauce was just enough to coat each chicken but not be too overpowering. I wish the hot buffalo could've been spicier but that's also just my personal preference. Garlic parm fries were great and I loved how they used fresh garlic in their sauce. Fries were homemade and the truffle sauce was delicious.

    The Menu
    Saqui R.

    Was a bit hungry and I was looking for Steak Bites. The Steak Frites was the closest I could come to it. A little too much gristle and not enough flavor. It was a pretty good size for $22. I ate a good portion of it. The sides were not best selections. The fries did taste a bit decent. My wife wasn't crazy with her Burger, as they undercooked it and she had to send it back. The service is a tad bit slow, looks like they can pick up the pace a little. Place is a pub, I can't say it's a bright lighted place. It could use a little more life. Would I come back? Maybe. I give it a 3.5

    Dereck J.

    Nice atmosphere and courteous bartender and staff in general! My burger was cooked to order and tasted great!

    The Chic-fil-loosey was excellent, large, crunchy and juicy.
    Keith K.

    Very cool place. Went for lunch. Had the Kalbi burnt ends. I make burnt and have ordered my share of burnt ends from restaurants. If you never had burnt ends or love them, they are a MUST. They were fantastic. Burger was big, the beef was excellent. Fish & Chips were very good. The cod was flaky and crunchy. The Chic-fil-Loosey sandwich was very good. Big thick piece, very crunchy and juicy. The only thing that would've made the sandwich better would be a special Loosey sauce to put on it. We will definitely be back.

    Steak and fries

    My wife and I were visiting Gainesville Florida and had a wonderful dinner at Loosey's. We both ordered the NY strip steak and we received it cooked perfectly medium-rare, very hot, and very tasty. Service (Elliott) was excellent--friendly, nice, attentive. Restaurant owner stopped to chat and assure our dinner was as expected, and we had a very nice, cordial talk for many minutes. We would definitely recommend Loosey's to anyone visiting or living in Gainesville Florida.

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    Looseys is an amazing place. I highly recommend their food. Love it so much! Delilah is a fan.

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    Best Chicken wings and local drafts you can ask for Great dive bar atmosphere that Gville is famous for! Service? Impeccable! Will be back!

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    What a great find! Such a good burger, delicious wings food drinks. A great place to hang out!

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    Good service, the burger was delicious. Nice dark atmosphere. I wish they still had a pool table. Their trivia is intense.

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    The service was great. But the fish was undercooked, and the chicken on the sandwich was rubbery.

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    Fun bar! They have good draft beer and chicken wings! If it had been lunch or dinner time, we would have ordered more food.

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