I'll always remember the orange and brew as the first place I got a brew in Gainesville.
From: gatorn...@googlegroups.com [mailto:gatorn...@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of Shane Ford Sent: Thursday, August 26, 2010 9:37 AM To: gatorn...@googlegroups.com Subject: [gatornews] [SUN]: FYI: Know your G'ville ABC's --- 8/26 06:01 --- [Atria] Know your G'ville ABC's Explore Scene's guide to popular attractions, eateries, hidden gems and entertainment in town By Travis Atria Gainesville SUN Correspondent Published: Thursday, August 26, 2010 at 6:01 a.m. Last Modified: Wednesday, August 25, 2010 at 1:45 p.m. Go to any city around the world, and the best restaurant will always be a little hole in the wall. The best bar will often be a tiny, dank room with a sign outside that just says "bar." Why? Because these are the places that don't attract tourists, the places that you have to look hard to find, the places that are usually locally owned and operated and that emphasize substance over style. Luckily, Gainesville has some of the coolest hidden gems around, and some not-so-hidden ones, too. So, if you're a new student or a resident who thinks there's nothing left to do in this town, consider this your A to Z guide to all things Gainesville: <http://www.gainesville.com/apps/pbcsi.dll/bilde?Site=GS&Date=20100826&Categ ory=ARTICLES&ArtNo=100829679&Ref=AR&MaxW=250&border=0> <http://www.gainesville.com/article/20100826/ARTICLES/100829679/0/LOCAL&tc=o mni?p=all&tc=pgall##> Click to enlarge Along with its scenic beauty, Newnan's Lake offers a great chance to view wildlife, including ospreys and the occasional bald eagle. Buy photo <http://reprints.gainesville.com/cgi-bin/fotobroker.cgi?c=latest.htm&a=&op_b y_line=contains&by_line=file&b=photo_db&s=&t=&show=3-4> Sun file photo Editor's Note: At first glance, you might think this is our own Jay? But alas it is not! Nobody is running this boat over!!!!! :-) A - THE ATLANTIC: One of Gainesville's coolest rooms for live music. It's dark and smoky and has just the right mixture of kitschy art, elegant ambience and rock-club grime. Also, the Atlantic hosts "House Party Fridays," which feature live music and the record-spinning sorcery of DJs Thomas and Ernie Hotsauce. 15 N. Main St. Call 264-9844. B - THE BUTTERFLY RAINFOREST: See some of the most beautiful creatures on Earth here. When you're done, check out the Florida Museum of Natural History right next door. At the intersection of Southwest 34th Street and Hull Road, in the University of Florida Cultural Plaza. Call 846-2000. C - COMMON GROUNDS COFFEEHOUSE: Calling Common Grounds a coffeehouse is like calling Starbuck's a premier music venue. Of course, switch the titles and it works out, as Common Grounds is the best place in town to see everything from nationally touring bands to the hottest local acts. 210 S.W. Second Ave. Call 372-7320. D - DEVIL'S MILLHOPPER GEOLOGICAL STATE PARK: Gainesville is home to a surprising number of natural landmarks, and this one ranks with the best of them. You'll get a workout walking around this 120-foot-deep sinkhole that leads down to a miniature rainforest. 4732 Millhopper Road. Call 955-2008. E - EAST GAINEVILLE: Home to some of the best restaurants in town like The Jones, East End Eatery, Kickin' Devil Cafe and several barbecue stands as well as the historic Duck Pond neighborhood, the world of Gainesville east of Main Street deserves some serious exploration. F - FLACO'S CUBAN BAKERY: Far and away the best spot to get quick, cheap, good Cuban food. It's downtown within distance of every bar, stays open late and is across the street from a building painted like a cow. 200 W. University Ave. Call 371-2000. G - GAINESVILLE RACEWAY: It's a high-speed, rubber burning, pedal-to-the-metal experience right here at home. The track is part of the National Hotrod Association's circuit and features all the drag racing you could hope to see. 11211 N. County Road 225. Call 377-0046. H - THE HIPPODROME STATE THEATRE: Housed in the coolest building in Gainesville, the Hipp offers a wide array of plays, foreign movies and local art exhibits. 25 S.E. Second Place. Call 375-4477. I - INDIAN CUISINE: With its voluminous menu and authentic cuisine, this is one of Gainesville's best-kept secrets. 3550 S.W. 34th St. Call 271-1190. J - JUNIOR'S: A local landmark, Junior's offers soul food in a buffet-style atmosphere. It is the real deal. 1218 N. Main St. Call 371-8008. K - KARMA KREAM: Go here for the best organic ice cream in town. The offbeat flavors, unique deserts and obvious craft and care that go into each offering make this place hard to beat. 1025 W. University Ave. Call 505-6566. L - THE LUNCHBOX: Housed in the historic Bethel Gas Station by the Bo Diddley Community Plaza in downtown, this new sandwich shop retains all of the charm of the building and adds some good eats. Also, it utilizes local vendors and environmentally friendly practices, serving to-go foods in compostable containers, using corn-based utensils, recycling brown grease and providing bicycle-only delivery to the surrounding areas and businesses. 104 S.E. First Ave. Call 505-6341. M - MOCHI FROZEN YOGURT: Right across from Dragonfly downtown, Mochi is an experience for the eyes and taste buds. The decor is like being in a Japanese spaceship from the future, and the frozen yogurt can be paired with a slew of fresh fruits and other toppings. 202 S.E. Second Ave. Call 373-5353. N - NEWNAN'S LAKE: This lake is not as close as Lake Alice, but it offers a great chance to view wildlife, including ospreys and the occasional bald eagle. Check out Palm Point Park for a lakeside view, but watch out for alligators. Also, do not ever try to feed, pet, disturb or in any other way approach the alligators. 7401 Lakeshore Drive. Call 334-2170. O - THE ORANGE AND BREW: Used by many students as an alternate place to eat lunch, the O&B turns into a bar and venue at night, hosting a wide array of local music and events, many of which are organized by dedicated students on the Reitz Union Board. 1080 S.W. 11th St. Call 392-1689. P - PHILLIPS CENTER FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS: From musicals to orchestras to world-class musicians, the Phillips Center plays an invaluable role in Gainesville's vibrant arts community. Upcoming events include "Fiddler on the Roof" and an appearance by "A Prairie Home Companion" creator Garrison Keillor. 315 Hull Road in the UF Cultural Plaza. Call 392-ARTS. Q - SILVER Q BILLIARDS: For the pool shark in everyone. Plenty of tables and plenty of cigarette smoke make this place a quintessential pool hall. 225 W. University Ave. Call 371-4644. R - RECORD STORES: Gainesville has three excellent record stores that, combined, will have just about every style and era covered. Check out Hyde and Zeke at 402 N.W. 10th Ave. for rock 'n' roll and soul, Sharpe's Music at 1219 W. University Ave. for jazz and blues, and Hear Again downtown at 201 S.E. First St. for new releases. S - SATCHEL'S PIZZA: Enjoy some of the best pizza in Gainesville, or try one of their famous calzones, but make sure to get there early because it gets packed. If you have to wait for a table, check out the junk shop in the back - Lightnin' Salvage - where you can often catch live music. 1800 N.W. 23rd Ave. Call 335-7272. T - THE THOMAS CENTER FOR THE ARTS: One of Gainesville's historical treasures, the Thomas Center just celebrated its 100th birthday. It has been many things - including a hotel and the original site of Santa Fe Junior College - but now it is a historical building that hosts all kinds of artistic events. 302 N.E. Sixth Ave. Call 334-5064. U - BIG ULY'S BURGERS: Right by Common Grounds, this is a great place to get some late-night food. And, it is owned and operated by local musician, Big Uly. 204 S.W. Second Ave. Call 226-8664. V - VIDEO RODEO: This ain't your grandfather's video rental store. Actually, it kind of is, seeing as how it is one of the only places in town where you can find a voluminous array of classic movies. But, you'll also find new releases, bizarre documentaries, old-timey cartoons, and some of the coolest flicks you've never heard of. 1119 W. University Ave. Call 376-1870. W - WINE AND CHEESE GALLERY: Once again, the name says it all. Go for lunch and check out a cheese board, or try a selection of fine wines at their Wednesday night wine tastings. For minors, look at all the interesting chocolates in the gift shop. 113 N. Main St. Call 372-8446. X - XS: Do you like the nightlife? Do you like to boogie? Check out this nightlife hot spot. 1728 W. University Ave. Next to Gator City. Call 377-7333. Y - THE YEARLING RESTAURANT: Located in Cross Creek and named after the Marjorie Kinnan Rawlings book, this place has authentic Southern fried cooking. Try the fried green tomatoes and the collard greens. 14531 E. County Road 325. Call 466-3999. Z - SANTA FE COLLEGE TEACHING ZOO: This is one of the best-hidden treats in Gainesville, and a highly advisable one. The zoo at Santa Fe has everything from poison-arrow frogs to tree kangaroos to bald eagles and more. 3000 N.W. 83rd St. Call 395-5633. -- GATORS: ONE VOICE ON SATURDAY - NO VOICE ON SUNDAY! 1996 National Football Champions | 2006 National Basketball Champions 2006 National Football Champions | 2007 National Basketball Champions 2008 National Football Champions | Three Heisman Trophy winners: Steve Spurrier (1966), Danny Wuerffel (1996), Tim Tebow (2007) - Visit our website at www.gatornet.us -- GATORS: ONE VOICE ON SATURDAY - NO VOICE ON SUNDAY! 1996 National Football Champions | 2006 National Basketball Champions 2006 National Football Champions | 2007 National Basketball Champions 2008 National Football Champions | Three Heisman Trophy winners: Steve Spurrier (1966), Danny Wuerffel (1996), Tim Tebow (2007) - Visit our website at www.gatornet.us
