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- BBonnieWashington, D.C. Area •1 review5.0Dined 6 days agoOur server, Mac, was attentive and helpful, and mindful of my food allergy. The meals were all unique and delicious. As we were celebrating a birthday Mac brought out a lovely decorated dessert with a card signed by staff- such a special touch! Definitely a five star experience!More infoFirebirds Wood Fired Grill - GainesvillePrice: Moderate• Steakhouse• Gainesville•4.7
- SStephanieVirginia •2 reviews4.0Dined on Jan 1, 2025The food was delicious. We chose the New Year special four course meal for 2. It was great. the only complaint was that our appetizer was brought out at the same time as our meal.More infoBar Louie - GainesvillePrice: Moderate• American• Gainesville•3.8
- LLindaWashington, D.C. Area •9 reviews5.0Dined on Dec 24, 2024What a great dining experience on a busy Christmas Eve! Restaurant was full but staff were excellent and food was amazing - best filet mignon I think I ever had! Ordered ‘medium’ and was absolutely perfect! The other nice thing was that they paced everything nicely so we never felt rushed and had a wonderful meal over 2.5 hours. This is our annual tradition and they exceeded all expectations - thank you and Happy Holidays to all!More infoCarmello's Of Old Town ManassasPrice: Expensive• Mediterranean• Manassas•4.8
- HHannaWashington, D.C. Area •1 review4.0Dined on Dec 23, 2024Wonderful night! We celebrated my birthday on a Monday night, and even though the place was packed, they seated us right away and the food was delicious! The wait staff worked together so well and made my birthday very special. This was our first time at a BJs, so the first impression was stellar.More infoBJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse - Virginia GatewayPrice: Moderate• American• Gainesville•4.3
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The best reviewed restaurant in Gainesville is Firebirds Wood Fired Grill - Gainesville
The restaurants with the best service in Gainesville are Firebirds Wood Fired Grill - Gainesville, BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse - Virginia Gateway and Bar Louie - Gainesville
The restaurants with the best ambiance in Gainesville are Firebirds Wood Fired Grill - Gainesville, BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse - Virginia Gateway and Bar Louie - Gainesville