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

We were in town for a concert and booked a reservation at Spurrier's Gridiron Grill about a week ahead 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. read more

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We LOVE this place. We frequently drive from central Florida to Georgia and always make time to stop here for dinner (and even brunch occasionally). The lobster bisque is the best I've ever had. The house salad is yummy with the garbanzo beans, pepitas and vinaigrette dressing. The pork chop is unbelievable. The glaze in the carrots that accompany the pork chop are incredible. I ordered the Cobb salad with grilled shrimp and it was delicious. Service is always on point and the entire staff is always so friendly. The inside is like an upscale sports bar meets a nice restaurant with the coach's memorabilia throughout the space as well as a podcast room in the middle of the restaurant. If you are lucky, you might even get to see coach while you are there! read more

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Filet mignon was very good and so are the drinks! Service was great overall 10/10 We had an event on the rooftop and it was such a nice spot! Indoor rooftop which is a plus! read more

Spurrier's Gridiron Grille - American Near Me - Gainesville, Florida

This place is popping lol! I loved how even though we were inside, we were able to enjoy the band jamming on a Friday evening outside. The food was delicious. We started with the lobster and crab cake. It cones with 2. We devoured them so quickly that I was unable to snap a pic. I had the eggplant dish and Caesar. My mom and son went with the steak. This place is soooooo yummy, that we had no left overs lol. To end our meal we went with the cheesecake and creme brûlée. I have never had such an amazing piece of cheesecake in my life! Service was on point and helpful with their knowledge of the food and beverages served. We cannot wait for our next visit! read more

This place was only chosen because it was open later than most things nearby. The service was slow. The server didn't take away any of our dirty dishes throughout the dinner or even the menus after we ordered. The cocktails and food were ok but I will never pay $24 for a small fried calamari appetizer again. We sat outside in the patio which was nice. But this place is not worth the price. It tries to be high end but it totally misses the mark, regardless of the legend with the name on this establishment read more

Excellent Service and atmosphere. The food is delightful. And most of all it is a beautiful place where you feel the excitement of being a Gator! read more

We had a wonderful time dining here. Our server, Tyler was great. The ambiance is really nice. We started with the smoked fish dip and it was delicious. We had the 6 oz fillet with mac and cheese, the wild mushroom and short rib risotto and the shrimp scampi. All were delicious. For dessert, we shared the bread pudding with ice cream. It was delicious. I'd definitely recommend this restaurant and if you go, make a reservation. read more

Delicious House-made Veggie Burger and desserts! A lot of cool things to look at around the restaurant. The servers were very nice and attentive. read more

Spurrier's Gridiron Grille - Entrance - American Near Me - Gainesville, Florida

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Food options look amazing lots of dishes to choose from. However, this is not a seed oil free restaurant. It can be deceiving when looking at the menu. For example seared in olive oil is mentioned but they leave out it's been marinated in herbs and vegetable oil prior. However an undressed salad and grill item like a prime rib were supposedly not pre marinated. So for the folks trying to eliminate inflammatory seeds oils from their diets or those with soybean or peanut allergies you need to stay away. Since blended cooking oils or vegetable oil can def contain both. Atmosphere is casual and interesting with all the football history about. I'm adding menu pictures but we just had drinks with friends and when the food arrived for those not caring about vegetable oil etc we left. read more

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Excellent high end dining! Food was INCREDIBLE! Service is top notch! Great atmosphere....high end finishes with several side rooms for private parties. Actually saw Coach Spurrier here for move-in week! It is a MUST to stop and eat here! read more

This popular restaurant in Gainesville combines elevated cuisine with a football museum dedicated to legendary coach Steve Spurrier from University of Florida. It features his memorabilia including his Heisman Trophy. They offer both indoor and outdoor seating in a sports themed restaurant. I had the House Made Veggie Burger and substituted mashed potatoes instead of fries $21. My burger did not have the barbecue sauce so I had to wait several minutes for it. I prefer mashed potatoes that are more soft and creamy otherwise it was good. read more

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Are you even a Gator if you've been to Gainesville and never been to Spurrier's?! I visited on Valentine's Day -- solo -- as a recent widow, and I honestly wasn't sure how the night would feel. What I didn't expect was to leave full, lifted, and smiling. I grabbed a seat at the bar (full service, first-come-first-served) and started with the shrimp scampi appetizer -- absolutely delicious. Then came a few expertly made cocktails thanks to Anthony, who was attentive without hovering, and Mandy, whose warmth and spirit felt like a hug you didn't know you needed. For dinner, I ordered the filet with miso-charred Brussels sprouts -- perfectly cooked, deeply flavorful, and worth every bite. Now... I never do dessert. But in honor of my late husband -- and his love for carrot cake -- I decided to Spurrier splurge. And I'm so glad I did. The vibe? It felt like end-of-the-third-quarter Gator energy -- all kinds of weather, all kinds of people, all in it because we stick together The food is excellent. The drinks are amazing. And the people -- especially Anthony and Mandy -- made this widow's first solo Valentine's Day something I'll always remember. Thank you for helping me have a really good night. read more

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Beautiful restaurant with interesting Gator memorabilia. It is fancier than we expected (I saw it described as a high-end sports bar). We loved the bao buns app & artichoke pasta but would appreciate larger portions for the price. We did really enjoy dinner and would go back, and now we know what to expect. Oh and the service was great as well. read more

Spurrier's Gridiron Grille - Bao buns appetizer - American Near Me - Gainesville, Florida

Everything we ordered was delicious and our server Jim was great! Highly recommend the Cheesy bread, Mac and cheese and carrot cake!

A high end sports bar without the multiple TV sets, named after a University of Florida football player/coach and legend. This place really focuses on quality food and cocktails. The atmosphere is more of a museum than a restaurant as they have every memorabilia that Steve Spurrier ever received, it ads to the fun of eating here. Like the food, the service did not disappoint. If you find yourself in Gainesville, you might want to pay homage to this legendary University of Florida football legend. read more

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Make a reservation! This place books up fast and not just on game days. Had a family dinner here - ended up sitting in the bar b/c a table opened up there before our reserved table. The small bar area was fine, but not as nice of a feel as the main side & wait staff is also the bartender (which means he's got a lot going on) so next time will plan ahead better and try the main dining room. Upscale restaurant in nice location at Celebration point. Easy parking. Lots of hostesses ready to check you in and was impressed to see them wiping down the doors almost every 5 min. Service was fine - really nice guy, he was just super busy as the restaurant was full. Appreciated gluten-free items being marked on the menu and that they offer the GF cheese rolls. If you've ever had Brazi Bites, they're pretty much like that but bigger, cheesier and better. Comes with a marinara dipping sauce that we really didn't end up using b/c the bites are better on their own. An order had maybe 6 bites so will need a couple orders if there are more than 3 of you. Didn't love the mocktail but appreciate that they have several to choose from so will try a different one next time. Food came pretty quickly and was presented nicely. Tomahawk pork chop was good. Really enjoyed the carrots. Halibut was pretty good. Small portion so if you have a big appetite, might want to go with the tomahawk. Chicken marsala was meh & surprisingly mashed potatoes weren't great. Not a lot of food. wouldn't order again. Brussel sprouts were quite tasty. We were there late so didn't walk around much, but there's some fun memorabilia to check out. For parents visiting college kids, this is a great option and much better food than many of the restaurants closer to campus. read more

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I had dinner with a friend here on Friday night and thankfully we made reservations as it was packed around 6:30pm. Since we were going to a movie, we ordered our food immediately. I went with the blackened redfish entree which I've had before. My friend ordered the chicken Marsala. Paired with my glass of Barossa Valley Cabernet, the entree was delicious. It came out with this large scoop of infused butter on top of the fish. The fish was cooked and season perfectly, it's a good portion for one person. The green beans were good and seasoned with that melted butter. My one suggestion is this entree needs another side to accompany it like mashed or roasted potatoes. Especially for the price point at $36 - eating green beans and a piece of fish just feels like something is missing in my opinion. My friend said she liked her chicken marsala and enjoyed the mushroom flavor. Overall, the service was very attentive and it's always a good time to connect with friends here over a nice dinner and drink. read more

Spurrier's Gridiron Grille - blackened redfish entree - American Near Me - Gainesville, Florida

Great food options, service and atmosphere! Loved the items that I ordered and Tuesdays is half off martinis! The fruit with the burrata was so fresh and delicious! Highly recommend! read more

Spurrier's Gridiron Grille - Burrata - American Near Me - Gainesville, Florida

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Came here for our girls night and tried something new! I loved the sweet corn ravioli. I paired it with a Pinot Grigio and it was perfect. The service and atmosphere was awesome! read more

Spurrier's Gridiron Grille - Sweet Corn Ravioli + Pinot Grigio - American Near Me - Gainesville, Florida

This was my first time and was for a private event so only a specific menu to choose from but still had a good variety. It was so late that I actually ended up getting the meal and dessert to go but we did have plenty of appetizers which were delicious. The next day I enjoyed what I ordered which was the filet mignon with mashed potatoes and green beans. I brought home the macadamia encrusted mahi for my bf and I tasted. It wasn't my favorite but not the worst either. For a busy Thursday night, it was definitely crowded and with that being said, we had pretty great service. I want to come back for a regular meal and also for the brunch. So far, I'd recommend but I've heard mixed reviews. As a Gators lover, it's also cool to see the football related decor. read more

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We arrived later than our reservation due to a movie running over, but the staff welcomed us warmly and still served us without hesitation. Earlier in the evening, we had stopped by the bar for a quick drink--our bartender was friendly, attentive, and set a great tone for the night. When we returned for dinner, our waitress was just as kind and professional. K ordered the filet and was blown away by its tenderness and juicy flavor. The short rib risotto was rich, comforting, and full of depth--CPA was thoroughly impressed. I enjoyed a classic house margarita, while CPA's had the Jerri's Seasonal Sangria--both were perfectly balanced and well-crafted. The atmosphere was stylish yet cozy, making it an ideal place to wrap up our date night. The overall experience was outstanding, and the food ranks among the best we've had. The only hiccup was that K's water glass had a chipped rim, and she nearly cut her lip--otherwise, this would've been a 5-star review. It was a busy evening, and we understand that oversights can happen. All in all, we highly recommend this spot for a romantic and refined night out. Perfect for a sophisticated pair looking to enjoy incredible food in an elegant setting. read more

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Since retiring, I've tried to use some of my extra free time to recognize people and businesses that have genuinely exceeded expectations. In the past eighteen months I've done that seven times. I wish this review could have been number eight, but unfortunately it's the restaurant that finally prompted me to write a negative one. The restaurant had our reservation and our group of four couples was seated promptly, and our server approached shortly afterward. He described several menu items with the confidence and polish of an experienced professional. Based on his, honestly, stellar presentation, I changed my order from the pasta Bolognese to the ribeye. Unfortunately, that introduction proved to be the high point of the evening. Outside of his menu presentation, our server was largely absent. Between taking our order and presenting the dessert menu, the only time we saw him was after someone in our party tracked him down to ask for another round of drinks. Our food was delivered by runners who moved quickly from efficiently moved from seat to seat and avoided eye contact, making it difficult to interact. When my steak was set down, I asked for a steak knife. "You shouldn't need one," the runner replied. "Did you try the knife that's on the table?" She turned and continued serving other tables before I had a chance to answer. The steak itself was a mixed experience. It had an excellent sear and was well seasoned, but it lacked the marbling I'd expect at this price point, with large sections of lean separated by wide seams of fat. More importantly, although I'd ordered it medium rare, it arrived Pittsburgh rare. Ironically, they clearly have a grill capable of producing an excellent crust on a steak less than three-quarters of an inch thick while keeping the interior cold. Another 30 seconds on the grill probably would have solved the problem. Unfortunately, I couldn't get anyone's attention. I went from planning to send it back, to eating around the edges where it was more done, to eventually deciding I was hungry enough to finish it. The bourbon peppercorn sauce I ordered was served on the side in a ramekin, but the surface was dry and starting to crack, and it was beginning to separate. It tasted overly salty. As it was only $2 I didn't feel totally ripped off. The "house fries" turned out to be thick-cut potato chips that were undercooked and heavily salted. Although the house seasoning blend was very good, it just would have been better if a third as much was used. No one checked on our table after the food arrived. To be fair, the two people who ordered the blackened redfish, two who ordered entrée salads, and one who ordered seafood pasta thought their meals were good to excellent. The remaining three diners had varying degrees of dissatisfaction but eventually gave up trying to get anyone's attention. Later, I interrupted a conversation among four employees at the hostess stand to ask where the restrooms were. One silently motioned for me to follow him, walked me into the next room, stood in the long aisle between tables and motioned down the aisle with two arms, as if directing a plane to the gate. He then pointed dramatically toward a restroom sign in the far corner, silently raised his eyebrows as if to confirm I'd understood, then returned to his conversation without saying a word. Throughout dinner, the table was never pre-bussed. Appetizer plates and empty glasses remained in front of us for the entire meal, and our water was refilled only once after another in our party flagged someone down. Our server suddenly became energetic again when he returned with the dessert menu, and was poised and polished while we sat, surrounded by the dirty dishes from dinner. By then, everyone at the table had lost interest and simply asked for the check. The check was placed in front of the person who happened to be sitting at the head of the table. When we asked if it could be split, we were told that splitting checks was against restaurant policy. When one of the party questioned that he assured us that it was true, He then reminded us that an 18% gratuity was "enforced" for large parties. I've certainly had worse meals, and I've certainly experienced worse service. What made this evening memorable was the disconnect between the experience and the price. At $57 for a ribeye and a side of potato chips, this restaurant is competing with places like Fleming's and The Capital Grille. Based on this visit, it just isn't delivering at that level. I've spent a lot of my career in the restaurant industry, and I would have welcomed the opportunity to discuss our experience with a manager. Unfortunately, I never saw one on the floor. Your mileage may vary, and your experience may be different. Mine left me with the impression that this wasn't a restaurant having an off night, but one where inattentive service and snark had become routine. read more

I came here for brunch on Sunday with a small group of family after my graduation on Sunday. I highly recommend making a reservation! The food is delicious and there are options for everyone. Service wasn't the best, although it's a buffet I only saw the server a couple of times. But she was kind and quick when we did see her. I would certainly come back. read more

We ate dinner at the bar Thursday night and had the brunch today. Scarlett at the bar was amazing and gave us space and spent time with us. We appreciated her company and conversation. She knows the area well and even gave us some interesting places to see and / or eat. Today we did the Brunch Buffet and our waitress I believe her name was Madelaine was also equally professional and friendly. She was attentive and made sure we had everything we needed. Thank you for a great experience. The Ambiance and sports memorabilia lends a nice atmosphere for dining. It is not pretentious but a great atmosphere. In the past we were even blessed to have Steve Spurrier make rounds at the tables. Can't recommend this place enough for high class but comfortable dining experience. read more

My husband and I are both Gators. We'd never been to Spurrier's; so we decided to stop in on our way from Atlanta to Fort Lauderdale. It was a Sunday at about 8:15 pm; and we really wanted to watch the Green Bay/Pittsburgh game. We thought it was perfect timing! We weren't even sure the restaurant was open because it looked pretty empty inside. The host asked if we had a reservation, odd because the place was 90% empty. Then he took our name and number and said to wait up front. We asked if we could just sit in the bar area, which was a little fuller, because we wanted to watch the NFL game. He led us to a table next to a large column where really only 1 of 4 seats had a clear view of the game we wanted. I asked if we could have a different table, (there were many empty ones.). He said we could if we waited for them to clear and set one. We said fine, and were just kind of standing back; but he said we'd have to return to the host stand and wait there. Then we waited while he seated another couple that came in and he finally came back for us. He was just very aloof, and not very welcoming or friendly at all! Once seated at our new table, our server Emily came over and promptly took our drink order. She was pleasant. We perused the menu and decided to start with the Buffalo Chicken Dip, $18. I was worried it might be a little spicy because it said it had Louisiana hot sauce, but it had just the right amount of heat and a great texture with lots of cheese and shredded chicken. It also had the black tortilla chips which were delicious! The portion was perfect for sharing. We also shared Spurrier's Cheeseburger, $19. It was cooked to perfection with a tasty bun and a juicy burger. We both loved it and it came with some really yummy fries which were unexpected bonus! Overall our food was delicious and we loved looking at all of the amazing Spurrier/Florida Gators memorabilia! It honestly would have been a 5 star review if we wouldn't have encountered the snooty host! read more

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The good: steaks, service, cheeseburgers The bad: lemon artichoke caper pasta with chicken. The OK: mashed potatoes, carrot cake Backstory: my son in laws birthday. There were 4 adults and one child. bill with tip was $320. One bar beverage. One. The pasta was bordering on inedible. The artichoke hearts were straight out of the jar. Not fresh. And apparently the cook didn't realize you had to drain those things. Nope. Just plopped one on the plate. With all the vinegar and oil it was packed in. Practically ruined the dish. Add to that probably a tablespoon of capers, also undrained, and kind of off to the side so it wasn't part of the sauce. It was gross. And everything is ala carte. Cheeseburger. No fries. Steaks, no sauce, Anyway. I learned my lesson. read more

This was my first time visiting and I wasn't that impressed with the taste of the food I was told that blackened fish was good . I order the 6oz steak it's wasn't juicy but over priced and asparagus was good but the mashed potatoes were dry and cold . The best thing was the from the starter menu was the colossal shrimp and the smoked fish dip both was fresh and delicious . Steve is very good with interacting with the customers. I really don't any plans of returning back anytime soon visit read more

We had a reservation and received excellent communications regarding the reservation and were seated immediately upon arrival at the restaurant. We had a great table inside. Tommy was an excellent server. He was attentive but not smothering. We did not feel rushed. We had time to relax and enjoy our pre-dinner drinks as well as all courses. The food was fantastic. My husband's steak was perfectly cooked, and my halibut entree was perfect as always. The only slight issue was my husband's mashed potatoes were cold. Unlike the rest of the meal. It was odd but we did not complain and it did not detract from the rest of the meal. read more

Spurrier's is one of those places that checks all the boxes. The ambience is really nice--great lighting, clean, and a solid vibe overall. I haven't experienced the rooftop bar because they are constantly booked with events when I go but they also have outdoor dining. The staff is super attentive and constantly checking in to make sure everything's good, which I really appreciate. It's also the perfect spot to watch sports, with plenty of TVs and an energetic but comfortable environment. Everything I've tried on the menu has been delicious, from drinks to dinner to the buffet. Always a great time here! read more

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We dined in on a holiday with a reservation and were seated promptly. Service was fast and friendly. We had appetizers which we forgot to photograph the roasted whole cauliflower and wings being the standout appetizers. For entrees we got the spinach artichoke chicken which had wonderful potatoes, shrimp scampi was okay with the sauce being a little on the thin side but tasty, the bolognese was good, the burger was cooked as requested the fries were well seasoned, the veggie burger was good though a bit soft and the brussel sprouts were a standout. They were beautifully roasted and seasoned. The atmosphere was unique and caters to any Florida fan looking to see memorabilia. We thought it was a bit expensive for what we got though things were good. read more

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Before moving to Ocala, I never heard of Spurrier. I do not know much about football because it was never really an interesting sport to me. I mean I have always watched NFL games when I was back home and would attend NY Giants games but I was never into it that much to know of Spurrier or college football for that matter. Anyway, hubs and I had this place on our list to try and found a perfect opportunity on a Sunday when I picked him up from the airport. We have tried a couple of times to visit previously but either no one paid attention to us or it was insanely busy. When we finally visited, it was so dead at the bar immediately inside the door so we decided to sit there. We didn't realize there was a brunch buffet going on but it was towards the end of brunch hours so we decided not to indulge. We figured we would want to try the items when they were still fresh. The bartenders at first were welcoming and friendly. We were hungry so we ordered some food items. Hubs ordered a burger and I ordered a Caesar salad with a side of mac and cheese. The salad was good but the Mac and cheese was not flavorful. I think I wound up giving the rest to hubs. He enjoyed his burger but definitely had better. The service was not great in regards to speed or paying attention. The first round, hubs had waited a really long time to receive his beer. We were watching and in awe because we could not figure out what was going on. I asked the bartender again, to which she said she was getting it but never came back. Upon ordering our second round, I was waiting forever for someone to come over so I could order another glass of wine, I believe they gave my husband a beer on the house because of the mess up. We have talked about visiting again and maybe trying the upstairs to experience that. read more

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Great food and ambiance, the place was packed for a Thursday dinner!! Glad that I booked a table - they gave us a small room which was enclosed and that made a whole lot of difference since the open space was very loud. The servers were nice & well trained and ensured to check on us. The food was spot on and came out really fast. read more

Amazing restaurant! The short rib appetizer is delicious. Definitely an upscale sports bar perfectly for the Gainesville community.

Madeline B was our server & she was outstanding! Also, we loved your mushroom side dish. Such a nice medley instead of the typical button mushrooms- bravo!! read more

I came here after a friend recommended the restaurant and it did not disappoint. From the moment you go in, the staff is very nice and helpful. The server provided some suggestions and she did not steer me wrong with them. To drink I tried the Lychee Martini and it was delicious. I was surprised with the boba on the bottom of the glass. As an appetizer, I tried the salt and pepper calamari. The plate was big and the calamari were crispy. As an entree, I had the short rib and wild mushroom risotto and it was so tasty. The short rib meat melts in your mouth. Throughout my time there, the staff was very attentive at picking up the dirty plates and refilling our water cups. The restaurant was large but still welcoming. I would definitely return. read more

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This was not my first visit to Spurrier's. I have enjoyed brunch and dinner there. My son went along this time for his first experience. He really enjoyed it as well. We really enjoyed the brunch. Good value for the money. read more

"Everything was perfect! The venue is beautiful, the food delicious and we even got to meet and get a picture with The Old Ball Coach! So much fun!" read more

Great burger. Cool atmosphere. Wait staff attentive and nice A must for every Gator fan

I made a reservation to celebrate my mom's birthday, and while the experience had some good moments, there were a few things that could definitely be improved. The brunch buffet had some tasty options, especially when the food was fresh. The shrimp and grits were my favorite! But some of the food that had been sitting under the heat lamps for a while was pretty dry. That said, the variety of options was impressive, and for the price, it's definitely a solid deal. One issue, though, was that they had two buffet lines, but they closed one down early, even though brunch hours hadn't ended yet. This made the line much longer and slower than it needed to be. A nice touch was the made-to-order omelette station--you just tell the staff your table number, and they bring it to you. The rest of the buffet is self-serve, which was fine. Since we were there for my mom's birthday, they gave her a plate of cookies to take home (apparently they're Steve Spurrier's wife's recipe), and they were really good! They also brought her a candle to blow out, which was nice. We opted for the bottomless mimosas for an additional $25 per person, but the setup for this was a bit of a hassle. You get a ticket and have to take it to the bar near the entrance (even if you're seated in the back, like we were). The bar was often unmanned, and there was always a line when we went up. What made it worse was the bartenders didn't seem to manage the line well--they helped people at the back first while those of us at the front were waiting longer. When we finally got our drinks, the bartenders spilled champagne everywhere, got our tickets wet (which we had to keep for each round), and just didn't seem very organized. I get that champagne can be bubbly, but if I'd known the process would be this annoying, I would've just ordered individual drinks instead of opting for bottomless mimosas. It honestly wasn't worth the trouble. All in all, while the food was good and the birthday gesture was appreciated, the service and drink setup were pretty lacking. I'd consider coming back for the food, but I'd skip the bottomless mimosas next time. read more

Spurrier's Gridiron Grille - a little bit of everything from the brunch buffet line - American Near Me - Gainesville, Florida