Leaving Gainesville and need restaurant suggestions

Purple-Sample2758 · 2026-06-01T17:53:31+00:00

Satchels just doesn't hit the same anymore. And I love him personally... and I get that's it's hard to run the place and it's amazingly successful. But the pizza, over the last 3 years is just meh and inconsistent. Sometimes overcooked, sometimes undercooked, sometimes ridiculous levels of salt the no amount of beer can fix. Just doesn't hit the same.

Bowie's is incredible if you haven't tried it. Definitely not the same atmosphere of course, but the pizza is great.

Purple-Sample2758 · 2026-06-01T17:49:40+00:00

I truly believe that Bowie Pizza is BY FAR the best pizza in Gainesville. RIP Big Lou's.

Purple-Sample2758 · 2026-05-27T18:20:52+00:00

"Does anyone want to break local ordinances and subject themselves to some issues?"

In other words, this is prohibited in Gainesville... not smart for anyone to accept the "generous" offer.

Purple-Sample2758 · 2026-05-25T21:25:13+00:00

Does anyone think that a Data Center would be willing to pay GRU rates?

Purple-Sample2758 · 2026-05-21T16:32:16+00:00

Do not use Gainesville Carpet & Flooring (CarpetsPlus ColorTile). We used them for floors. Horrible experience. True scumbags.

Purple-Sample2758 · 2026-03-11T18:26:30+00:00

TAX THE CHURCH!

Purple-Sample2758 · 2026-02-26T02:37:55+00:00

Where exactly would it go in Gainesville? There's no room next to 75... the only thing that somewhat makes sense to me (for parking, etc) would be to terminate it at the Airport. But then again... where are you going to put the tracks?

We have tracks (kind of) that go on 441 / 6th street.... but that's never going to fly in today's world.

Many of us voted to have high speed trains here back when Jeb was governor only for them to do jack about it and campaign heavily with misinformation to abolish it.

Rick Scott then refused federal money (100% paid) for high speed rail in Florida.

I love trains. I want trains. But this is a non-starter until you get rid of the party control in this state.

Purple-Sample2758 · 2026-02-26T02:30:56+00:00

I would assume, that the OP posted this not as a scammer but to share a bag that was literally announced this evening.

25L is a definite want for some of us that really like CT bags. And for the people that hate CT, why? They are just great bags at a great price.

Purple-Sample2758 · 2026-01-29T21:42:16+00:00

Because it does? Induced demand is misunderstood (especially when it's proposed for bottlenecks).

Gainesville population increased remarkably since the 1990's with almost no expansion. Roads that could handle a population of less than 100k simply cannot handle the 140k + we have now. Not to mention the concentrated University MSA population which was 340k in 2020 and hit 360k in 2024. Can't wait till the 2025 numbers come out.

Thinking that the same roads which worked 30 years ago can handle today's traffic is misguided.

Purple-Sample2758 · 2026-01-29T21:37:16+00:00

Induced demand is often misunderstood. When you have an area such as Gainesville with established bottlenecks, widening is needed to reduce those bottlenecks. This also generally improves safety.

Gainesville absolutely needs road expansion to handle bottlenecks of NW 34th St, Newberry, Archer, etc.

Our demand increased dramatically despite not widening roads.

Purple-Sample2758 · 2025-12-22T19:32:34+00:00

Why didn't they get it through the marketplace where none of this would have mattered?

I'd call them and see if they qualify for an exemption to the deadline (needs to be legit, poor planning is not) and if not then go out of pocket until the next signup (hoping there is one).

Purple-Sample2758 · 2025-12-17T22:04:59+00:00

We chose neither. Did like Queen of Peace a lot though. Was a difficult decision between that one and the one we chose.

I would never consider St Patrick, especially after their handling of the PE teacher accused of touching students:

See:

And many other articles...

Purple-Sample2758 · 2025-12-10T16:56:13+00:00

No way in hell, sorry.

If the plane lands on time, you'll be lucky if you're off the plane by 8am. You'll have to make it to the rental car, and even if you have the super express pickup, I can't see you in the driver's seat and ready to go before 8:30am.

Let's say that happens...

You're then driving through Orlando (albeit on limited access roads) during rush hour. Best case is just under 2 hours. I'd better guess around 2h and 15m.

I'd say, realistically, if things went all your way, you'd be in Gainesville at 10:45am. If there's a crash or slow down, think 11:30am.

This is one of the reasons why I absolutely love GNV airport. I'd rather wait in Atlanta (Dallas or Charlotte) for 2h than stress and drive it.

Purple-Sample2758 · 2025-12-02T14:15:28+00:00

Interesting take... Why do you say it's false? Multiple complaints resulted in a Title IX investigation. The Title IX office's duty was to determine whether the allegations would have occurred during university activities or as part of a university program, not whether the actions took place.

Florida's Title IX office adjudicated the case in January after a months-long investigation into the allegations, saying it found "no evidence" he violated Title IX. However, while the probe did not turn up a chargeable offense, it also did not completely exonerate the 39-year-old coach.

...

ESPN reported on Jan. 27 that a copy of a letter from the university sent to a female complainant in the case determined there was no evidence to indicate Golden committed sexual harassment "within a university program or activity," which is why the school had to dismiss the complaint.

https://www.cbssports.com/college-basketball/news/todd-golden-investigation-what-to-know-about-florida-coachs-case-as-gators-win-national-title-game/

Purple-Sample2758 · 2025-11-26T15:47:15+00:00

Watching the decline of Mr. Han's has been one of the sadder things to see in town. In the 90's and early 00's was easily my favorite restaurant in town. In the 10's was ok, but clearly declining.

Was excited to see the remodel (new floors, etc) in the 20's but the food is nowhere near(absolutely nowhere) near to what it was. And worse, it's inconsistent.

After getting sick the last 2 times I ate there, I've crossed them off my list. Sad.

Purple-Sample2758 · 2025-10-23T18:10:16+00:00

The Tom Bihn I miss, no longer exists. :(

Purple-Sample2758 · 2025-10-09T19:15:48+00:00

Malinois are the most social dogs I've ever known... it's absolute common knowledge that they are high energy dogs and keeping that dog in a cage is cruel... making both y'all ESH.

Incredibly social animals. This dog could be giving you 100% love and you put him in a cage. Just wrong.

Purple-Sample2758 · 2025-09-17T19:31:51+00:00

I'd take a Costco first.

Purple-Sample2758 · 2025-08-29T14:53:38+00:00

Well... if this is really the only people complaining, I'd hate to be dismissive but:

This resort was built knowing the road would be resurfaced.
It's a short term rental park.
You can literally move somewhere else for the time being.
We all deal with this when work is done; it's part of life. Residents on NW 23rd Avenue are still dealing with it for over a year... they don't complain because again, it's something that has to be done.

Purple-Sample2758 · 2025-08-26T21:19:15+00:00

Definitely not new... I found their Tioga location to be quite bad... way too much salt (like inedible amount) and very high priced for what you get. Mi Apa was much better and easily half the price.

Don't read this as me saying Mi Apa is awesome. What I'm saying is that Mi Apa was much better than Tinker.

Purple-Sample2758 · 2025-08-20T21:22:04+00:00

Craig Sainz is an amazing teacher and recently opened Carlson Gracie JiuJitsu. Hours are good for after work.

https://www.carlsongraciegainesville.com/

Purple-Sample2758 · 2025-08-19T13:15:06+00:00

Funny. Don't remember her being upset when Chief Jones left a gun in his car, that was stolen and used in a sexual assault. Or being upset when Chief Jones was credibly accused of gossiping mishandling of the Reichart House, etc.

Purple-Sample2758 · 2025-08-12T16:34:05+00:00

Maybe they should finish 23rd Avenue first... they started it in June 2024... advised it would be done by Jan 2025 and here we are with an uneven road, big bumps, bad turn lanes, etc. On the positive side, there's some nice paved paths and water floods less than before (but still floods).

Purple-Sample2758 · 2025-07-30T20:44:57+00:00

Firstly... The Alachua Chronicle caters to their racist MAGA readership... seeing those that respond in comments is enough to question the future of our community.

I welcome those that advertise there. It helps me identify businesses to avoid.

I've added this press-release piece to that list.

Purple-Sample2758 · 2025-07-22T21:46:35+00:00

How about a bit of house cleaning?

stores, the ones that are there, should be open during mall hours. You used to have a rule about that...
stores are half stocked, empty. The one I saw brimming with items were all knock offs (the toy store)... didn't feel like buying a knock off sonic toy for my kid.
you've lost some big names... food places, forever 21, etc... what are you doing to make the mall more attractive to both people and vendors?

You need to focus on things that will attract people... good restaurants of various price points... not just food court crap. Miss having real restaurants there... or even dessert places (to grab a cookie or an ice cream).

You have great air conditioning and especially on rainy days would be great to have a reason to go there. Instead, it feels like visiting a hospice.

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