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Top 3 Southwestern food in Gainesville, Florida, United States
Find out what Southwestern restaurants to try in Gainesville. Home to the University of Florida, the largest and oldest university in the state, as well as the Santa Fe Community College, Gainesville is a hub of education and culture. Perhaps due to its strong student population, the city is also at the heart of independent music in Florida, having produced numerous musical acts from a variety of genres. The natural surroundings, including parks, lakes and the adjacent Paynes Prairie State Reserve provide a green getaway from the bustle of city life.
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1. Chuy's
Overall Ratings
4 based on 396 reviews
Reviewed By sandramerwin
If you want good Mexican food served quickly try Chuys. They hand make all there flour tortillas in front of the dining room. The chips are heated and the salsa is freshly made. I love the fajitas with combo meat of chicken and beef strips. They come sizzling on cast iron skillet with onions and peppers. The girls like to go during the week before 6pm for the free salsa bar which has there great quesco cheese sauce. The drinks are good here if you like margaritas or sangria. The beef burrito is great and heats up great the next day.
2. Pepper's Mexican Grill and Cantina
Overall Ratings
4 based on 101 reviews
Reviewed By Joanna C
We have been going to Peppers for several years now and I really should have written a review before this. We have never been disappointed at Peppers. The service and food is consistently high quality and their frozen Margaritas are the BEST Iâve had. They do not skimp on the ingredients! My daughter and I are vegetarians and our food is always prepared well and the servings are quite generous. Same for my meat loving husband. Everything comes out very hot. The wait staff are helpful and if you need something extra, anyone,even if itâs not your own server, will help you. We love going there. The hostess remembers faces and makes you feel very welcome. Itâs what every restaurant experience should be like. Thank you Peppers!
3. Tijuana Flats
Overall Ratings
4 based on 45 reviews
Known for serving the freshest Tex-Mex food and world famous Smack My A** & Call Me Sally! hot sauce.
Reviewed By Mandy W
Aside from the staff always being super friendly and excited to be there, the food is delicious. The taco deal on Tuesdays is a stable for my family...2 huge tacos, chips, and drink for less than $6.00. We always leave full and satisfied. The selection of sauces is unmatched.
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