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The Top

30 North Main Street, Gainesville, FL 32601
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Ranked #3 of 246 restaurants in Gainesville
Price range: €8 - €12
Cuisines: Vegan, Vegetarian, Bistro, Fusion
Good for: Child-friendly, Romantic, Bar Scene, Local cuisine, Outdoor seating
Dining options: Breakfast/Brunch, Reservations, After-hours
Restaurant details
Good for: Child-friendly, Romantic, Bar Scene, Local cuisine, Outdoor seating
Dining options: Breakfast/Brunch, Reservations, After-hours
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Atlanta, GA
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102 reviews 102 reviews
64 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 40 cities Reviews in 40 cities
28 helpful votes 28 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 May 2013 NEW

I went here while in town visiting friends, we went on a Saturday night at busy time and were able to be seated in under 30 minutes. We went the bar and had a cocktail, the bartender was helpful and during happy hour all the drinks were 2$ off. I would recommend asking to not be seated on the back... More

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Athens, Georgia
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8 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 May 2013 NEW

Really lively atmosphere. Lots of people eating out socially - kind of noisy. A place to go so that you feel like you're out and about. Great food! Veggie friendly, with lots of tofu options. Recommend the black bean and corn cakes with tofu. Willing to customize and make things vegan. Lots of meat on the menu for meateaters.

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See 5 more reviews by Shannon C for Gainesville
Tampa, Florida
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10 reviews 10 reviews
5 restaurant reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 May 2013 NEW

This place has an excellent, gourmet menu!! Unlike some great restaurants this one has great vegetarian options!! I would recommend there tempeh buffalo wings and pasta!

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See 9 more reviews by hollyrachell for Gainesville
Bradenton, Florida
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3 restaurant reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 May 2013 NEW

My stepdaughter told us about this incredible restaurant and she's vegetarian. We drove over from High Springs where we were on holiday with really no idea what type of place this would be. I had been craving meat which I rarely eat. Ended up with a sirloin with peppercorns and a light sauce served with garlic mashed potatoes and the... More

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Gainesville, Florida
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 May 2013 NEW

If you don't like expanding your food horizons, it is probably not worth the wait to go to the Top. The burgers are very good, but you can get good burgers at a lot of places. At The Top, you can get Belgian Trout cooked to perfection or a Vegan meal that a carnivore will like. We've never had a... More

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See 8 more reviews by MaryHasAnOpinion for Gainesville
Vero Beach, Florida
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20 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 May 2013

Greeted heartily at the door. Service was very good. A lot of neat things to chose from in the menu. We had Fish-n-Chips, Hamburger "Maradona," and Chimichurri Chicken. We all enjoyed what we ordered. Portions seemed apropos. Don't think I'd bring children unless we were seated outdoors; there's a bar inside which to me is not compatible with child rearing.... More

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See 6 more reviews by DaleA194 for Gainesville
Gainesville, Florida
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10 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 May 2013

A menu that has something for everyone. Go for some taste that you have never had before, they have vegan and great burgers out of the same kitchen. Great value for tastes that are unique. You will enjoy, and save a few $.

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See 6 more reviews by jalex11 for Gainesville
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8 reviews 8 reviews
4 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 May 2013

A less hungry person may have more leery of eating here. It's a little eclectic to say the least. However, the food was worth it. Nice size portions and tasty favors like the blackened tuna tacos and Texas melt. We arrived during happy hour, yet were seated within 10-15 minutes. Our waiter was very patient and answered all questions and... More

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51 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 26 cities Reviews in 26 cities
18 helpful votes 18 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 May 2013 via mobile

We've eaten in Gainesvilles many times visiting our daughter and she had been and recommended it. When someone mentions vegan dishes I automatically turn my nose. I was pleasantly surprised. We enjoyed great burgers (with MEAT) and a great craft beer selection. The menu looked great with a lot of variety. We are going back for our next visit.

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 May 2013 via mobile

Something for everyone here, vegan, meat eater, and vegetarians all living in harmony. I had the Texas Melt and my husband the blackened tuna tacos. Filling, reasonably priced. The decor was eclectic, to say the least, and the music loud. Otherwise, worth the atmosphere and wait.

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