Best Cozy Restaurants in Gainesville

Food, wine, service, everything was exceptional. We did the Valentine's Day fixed menu and can't wait to come back and try the regular menu.

Firebirds' normal menu is generally good but not outstanding. However, there specials are always outstanding. My husband and I enjoyed today's special which was a beef tenderloin on mashed potatoes with stew-like accompaniments. It was truly delicious and beautifully served. We had our old favorite warm carrot cake for dessert. Excellent Valentine's Day lunch!

Carmelo's is one of my wife and I favorite restaurants. We had our wedding reception at Carmelo's and otherwise regularly visit. The food selection is very good and always fresh, hot, and delicious. Often time we are also offered a small flute of wine, free which is a nice touch. Also, often time Javier is our waiter who is just the right level of attentive and always professional, upbeat, and personable.

Always a great place to eat. Great selection of drinks and food choices. Service and Staff are great. Never disappointed with the food or service.

Steak cooked to perfection and cocktails that were out of this world!!