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Welcome to Ballyhoo Grill

Ballyhoo Grill, located in Gainesville, FL, offers a casual and lively atmosphere with a diverse menu. From starters like calamari and oysters to flatbreads with unique toppings, there is something for everyone to enjoy. The entree salads, like the blue steak salad, are fresh and flavorful. Customers rave about the quality of the food and the great service at Ballyhoo. The restaurant also features outdoor seating, a full bar, and even offers delivery and catering services. With happy hour specials and a welcoming vibe, Ballyhoo Grill is a top choice for a delicious meal in a fun setting.

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  • Ballyhoo Grill
    3700 W University Ave, Gainesville, FL 32607, United States
    3700 W University Ave, Gainesville, FL 32607, United States Hotline: +1 352-373-0059

Located in Gainesville, Florida, Ballyhoo Grill is a hidden gem in the realm of steakhouses, seafood, and sushi bars. The restaurant offers a variety of options, including vegan and vegetarian dishes, making it a versatile dining destination. With amenities such as outdoor seating, free Wi-Fi, and a full bar, Ballyhoo Grill provides a casual yet vibrant atmosphere for guests to enjoy their dining experience.

One of the standout features of Ballyhoo Grill is its diverse menu, ranging from starters like crispy nachos with Texas chili to entrees like mahi mahi almondine and ribeye steak. The restaurant also offers a selection of flatbreads, entree salads, soups, sandwiches, and build-your-own burger options, catering to a wide range of preferences.

Customer reviews rave about the quality of dishes at Ballyhoo Grill, with praises for the firecracker shrimp tacos, lobster, and chicken tenders. The Sunday brunch menu has also been a hit, with offerings like chicken and waffles and a variety of brunch drinks.

Overall, Ballyhoo Grill stands out for its hearty portions, flavorful dishes, attentive service, and inviting ambiance. Whether you're looking for a casual lunch spot, a family-friendly dinner destination, or a place to catch a game with friends, Ballyhoo Grill has something for everyone to enjoy.

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Christine W.
Christine W.

Great food, atmosphere, service. Easy to get to, relaxed vibe, really tasty grouper sandwich.

Brent D.
Brent D.

Passing through and stopped for lunch. The Nawlin's peeled shrimp was amazing! My husband enjoyed the Cuban sandwich. I had the gumbo and it was good. Our server was polite and service was great! The ambiance was beachy and seemed like it would be a great place to watch a game. We would stop again if we're passing through again.

Gregg P.
Gregg P.

This restaurant is well known in the area. for its outside seating and ample inside seating. We got sat down right away. Did not get waited on for about 10 minutes? Might have been longer. Had we not run into someone, We knew who worked there. Ordered our food on some very cool ipads that they give you to look at the menu. and drinks, Our poor waitress was running all over the place. Salmon was some of the best. I've had in a while, and my wife loved her crab legs. They seem very busy that even the manager was running food out. When it came time to pay the check. We realized that our dessert was still on the bill. But due to the fact that it takes a while for the banana fosters to be made as they do them at the table. We decided to cancel our dessert. We had already been here an hour and a half already. You definitely have to have some time set aside if you wanna eat here, As it is a very busy restaurant. It's even busier during football season.

Caroline B.
Caroline B.

Went to Ballyhoo to celebrate my brother's birthday. Was expecting just average sports bar food. Wrong!! Ballyhoo not only has great quality food, it also has such a great environment with both indoor and outdoor seating, live music on the weekends, and such a large menu to choose whatever you'd like! I got the Lobster and it was fantastic! I will say it's some of the best lobster I've ever had...and that's saying a lot because I'm from the north. Definitely going back soon!

Valerie F.
Valerie F.

Hold on to your hats, but Ballyhoo's has added a delicious Sunday brunch!! They have a wide variety of various flavors of brunch drinks along with flights and " pour your own " options. I had the waffle and eggs that came with a choice of bacon or sausage, and grits or home style potatoes. The waffle was light and airy and I found it to have just the right amount of crispy on outside and yet still moist on the inside. I love that it automatically comes with fresh blueberries and strawberries without the customary up charge. You can also have powdered sugar and whip cream as well. My husband had the chicken and waffle. Best chicken tenders ever! Lightly breaded and cooked with a juicy moist bite in every forkful. The food tasted and looked as good as it does in the electronic menu provided. You will not be disappointed. The service was excellent. Waitress was very attentive and made sure we were satisfied with our meal both before and after finishing our meal. The ambiance was nice as it always is. Inside/outside covered seating as well as full service offered in the bar area. Low chatter so you can enjoy your meal and hear your table guest as well with ease. TVs are available in all corners of the restaurant with volume never considered intrusive. We go there for lunch or dinner on a regular basis, but this additional delicious brunch, well that's a game changer now!! Definitely will make this a regular addition.

Kyle R.
Kyle R.

Don't be fooled by the years long broken neon sign out front, the food and service is consistently good at Ballyhoo. It's indoor or outdoor seating options feature a rustic decor. The bar is a good place to watch a game and they have a daily happy hour that starts at 2. Our favorite dishes are Filet Spiedini, burger or grouper. Calamari appetizer is also very good.

Gerry W.
Gerry W.

Stumbled on to this place when I saw they had a raw bar split a 6 oysters (3each) and added the Nowlins Shrimp and brussel sprouts all were awesome I currently have a third degree black belt in seafood especially oysters The big surprise was the brussel sprouts I'm used to having them cooked until the entire sprout is soft however thier recipe didn't sacrifice the meat in the large bulb to soften the stem that I used as a Handel to get to the perfectly seasoned sprout Jamie was very attentive kept an eye on our drinks so we never had to ask for a refill I bet this place would really be fun to watch some games/matches needed a nice relaxing break in the day and they really delivered!

Susanne H.
Susanne H.

I have never been here before but came here with a local. Overall the food was good and so was the server. If I was in town, I would definitely return to this establishment. I do not know or understand why the rating is not higher.