Very pleasantly surprised by this find!…read more I wasn't sure based on mixed reviews but my husband picked up takeout for us and it was delicious. We both got poke bowls and everything was very fresh and delicious. Serving size was perfect and we both enjoyed our meals. My only complaint is that you can't build you own bowl, you can only select from their premade choices.

I was driving by Tioga Town Center in Gainesville. I wanted a protein smoothie. When searching, Big…read moreIsland Bowls popped up. I easily found curbside parking in the Town Center. It was just a block to the shop. I was immediately greeting upon entrance. Young lady was very friendly. During our conversation, she's only been working a few weeks. This retail shop has good vibes! Pop music playing in the back ground. Amazing beachy island photos on the walls. Cool colorful chairs and wall decor. I ordered a bee Healthy smoothie with protein. $13. This smoothie was made with banana, honey, parent butter, cacao nibs, bee pollen and apple juice. With protein. We talked as she prepared my Bee Healthy smoothie. This was a very nice stop for a mid morning pick me up. Mahalo

Nice inside. Good service and great smoothies. Went here with a good friend during a bikeride. We…read morewere served well.

Great to find some healthy alternatives to fast food. The smoothies were on point and worth the…read morecost.

Stopped in for a cold treat on a hot Summer day and the wife needed her Banana Split fix and was so…read morehappy we did! I had the Blueberry Cheesecake ice cream and other than getting a couple of brain freezes, it was well worth the experience. Looking forward to visiting again our next trip back home in the future.

This is an ice shop but it can easily double as an old-fashion candy bar and a Florida souvenir…read moreshop. Open the door and the smell of warming waffle cones was a pleasant welcome. They have multiple flavors to pick from; however, you can only sample 1 which was disappointing. I think maybe they can do a 1 sample free then 25 cents for another. I sampled the cotton candy m&ms ice cream which was a different blend. I settled on Blueberry cheesecake because it was safe. The service was normal in-and-out and attentive. After visiting the Springs this was a treat.

I happened to walk into this unassuming store and am so happy I did! From the outside I assumed it…read morewas a nutrition store with supplements and such, there is nothing showing that it might have yummy juices and smoothies inside! And that is what they offer. Teas, smoothies, açaí bowls, donuts and waffles. Such a happy find! Something Chiefland definitely needs! We will definitely be back!

OMG where do I start?! Gainesville Hub is a super cute breakfast/lunch place located in downtown…read moreGainesville. They focus on serving higher protein options, using cleaner ingredients. Their menu consists of a variety of protein milkshakes, smoothies, customizable açaí bowls, waffles, and churros, as well as different types of teas/energy drinks. They give you the option to choose your own toppings and drizzles for the acai bowls, waffles, and churros, which is cool! It is quite like nothing I've been to before, in the best way! The interior is welcoming and fun. With gator memorabilia, including signed jerseys. The service is excellent and so personable. The husband and wife team who own the eatery are the nicest people. They are so sweet and really go out of their way to make sure their customers are satisfied. My dad and I both ordered a protein Belgian waffle topped with strawberries and blueberries, with a honey drizzle. The ordering system is super simple. You just order and pay at the front and they will bring it to you when it is ready. They served us our waters, my dad's milk, and some cutlery while our food was being prepared. The food came out roughly 10-15 after we ordered. It was presented very nicely and aesthetically. The waffle was hands down the best protein waffle I've ever had. It was dense, thick, and fluffy, but didn't have an artificial protein taste to it at all. The fresh berries and honey on top were the perfect addition. I also appreciated the sugar free syrup and swirls of cool whip and the side. The meal was very filling and satiating as well. Overall, I was more than impressed with Gainzville Hub! It is a wonderful establishment in downtown Gainesville serving great protein packed options. The inside is unique and fun. Service was awesome, super friendly, and efficient. The food -- phenomenal! Absolutely loved my protein Belgian waffle and had nothing but rave things to say about it. I also really appreciate how connected they are with the community and the school. You can tell they really care about their guests and the people who come by! Cannot wait to stop by again and try more menu items!

these açaí bowls these protein shakes…read morethese owners enough said. food is amazing. people are amazing. would come here every day if i could

Love, love, love the consistency of Rush Bowls. This place is located in the heart of UF…read morecampus/Downtown Gainesville. Parking can be tricky here, as there are other businesses and the AC Hotel in the vicinity. My mom and I decided to stop in for a to go breakfast treat that was healthy and filling. The staff is always so nice and knowledgeable about the menu and products they offer. I went for the Beach Bowl, which is a blend of acai, mango, banana, and guava juice. The toppings are granola, honey, and your choice of one topper. I went with blueberries. While we waited, I noticed that they sell energy drinks, protein bar, and other goodies. They also sell protein/energy bites that they make in house which are my mom's fav. The bowl surprisingly did not melt on our ride home. Their acai is thick and so tasty because of the addition of the guava juice. It's not super sweet at all. The toppings were perfectly portioned and fresh. I love coming here whenever I'm craving acai. Rush Bowls has soooo many options it makes it hard sometimes to pick what I really want to try. However, I will be back soon to try out their smoothie options!

I've been here a couple times and their smoothies are not it. Some of the flavor combinations are…read morereally odd, and the ones that aren't are lacking flavor. Pretty disappointing

FANTABULOUS! The owner of the shop, Nico, is extremely…read morenice and is such a delight to talk to while waiting for your drinks/food. Make sure you stop by sometime! The ambiance is also really amazing and you're guaranteed to have a good time!!

Brian and his family are the best! The service is always great and you're treated like a vip…read moreregular from the first visit. The waffles were absolutely delicious and the teas are sweeter than others I've had before, which I love! I don't think I've had a shake yet but they make them look so pretty, you almost have to order them. Same with their acai bowls, that they take the time to make so pretty. There's a bit of seating but it could be a great place to work/study (if you have noise cancelling headphones, bc you do hear the blenders lol)

Gator Nutrition is a new Gainesville staple! You'll be welcomed immediately by a super nice guy who…read moreowns the place, and he can walk you through the niche menu. They serve teas with collagen, vitamins, and caffeine, as well as shakes with protein and other supplements. The crazy part are the flavors! Anything you could imagine! And mine was absolutely delicious and for a great price. I'll have to come back and try the rest of the menu!

Hidden gem for a quick sweet pick-me-up! I stopped by the drive-thru in the evening after a day at…read morethe springs and ordered a medium Cookies & Cream Freezer with whipped cream. It was super smooth and creamy, not icy at all, with the perfect sweetness and a light espresso flavor so it drinks more like a dessert coffee. The service was very fast and the baristas were extremely friendly. The location felt clean, safe, and convenient right off the highway. A 10/10 quick stop and I would definitely order it again!

The location on Baytree was once my favorite due to taste and proximity. However, now it's hit and…read moremiss. Either the smoothie is correct and tasty or it's wrong and not able to be consumed. Please pay attention to customer orders and make sure you give them points or the receipt so that they can add points. Your products are to expensive to discard. I asked for a simple Strawberry smoothie with no whip. Didn't taste it until I got home to discover it was a Strawberry Banana smoothie! I never have this issue at RedOwl.

Love me some Illianos, I do. So happy to see them springing up all around too but I don't shop…read morethem half as much since they nixed the unsweet iced tea. More than once now, they'd give me sweet when I asked for unsweet and I'd have to chuck it. Then, last time in, they said they don't make it anymore. ...don't you sort of have to have one to have the other? That's a new one on me. This location does have the best chicken salad sammich. Seems there's some variation between stores and they've got it down here.

Had heard good things about this franchise, and while passing through Newberry decided to give em a…read moretry. Girl walked up to our car while in line to take our order, so the line would move smoother. We hadnt tried them before so we asked for a cold latte suggestion. She recommended the carmello i think that what they called it. It definitely tasted alot better in my opinion than some of the coffees we had been getting from elsewhere, you could taste the coffee and the caramel. It stayed cold and not watered down all the way back to Gainesville. It had a cool coffee spot vibe.not sure if there is a place to sit down inside or if it is strictly drive thru. Did see people walking up through the parking lot towards the building so not sure. Have noticed alot of these branded coffee shops popping up, definitely give them a shot. And the price was cheaper than our regular go to spot by the house.