Mildreds Big City Food

4.7

657 Reviews

$30 and under

Contemporary American

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2 people

14 Mar 2025

19:00

Booked 8 times today

About this restaurant

Good for special occasions
Good for business meals
Healthy

We are North Central Florida's farm-to-table, local, sustainable foods restaurant. Operated by Bert and Tara Gill, Mildred's offers a seasonally changing menu highlighting what is available locally.

Offering quality and freshness with no shortcuts, our team prepares each dish from scratch.

We serve local produce and fresh Florida seafood every day. We also feature a full bar, an award winning wine list and homemade cakes and cheesecakes.

Mildred's is proud to say we serve Gainesville's best food! We are also in the Golden Spoon Hall of Fame for our dedication to great food and service year after year.

Reservations for lunch are not necessary.

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Contemporary American, Farm-to-table, Seafood
Hours of Operation
Lunch Mon–Sat 11:00–16:00 Dinner Mon–Sat 16:00–21:00
Phone number
(352) 371-1711
Website
http://mildredsbigcityfood.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive Chef
Bert Gill
Catering
All catering events are tailored to the guest's budget and specifications. We offer everything from box lunches to casual buffets and heavy hors d'oeuvres to multi course dinners. Please contact us at (352) 371-1711 for more information.
Private party facilities
We are North Central Florida's farm-to-table, local, sustainable foods restaurant. Operated by Bert and Tara Gill, Mildred's offers a seasonally changing menu highlighting what is available locally.

Location
3445 West University Ave, Gainesville, FL 32607
Area
Gainesville
Cross Street
University Ave and 34th Street
Parking details
Public Lot
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Curry ChickenUS$9.50
Served with a garden salad or as a sandwich
Crispy CalamariUS$10.00
With spicy aioli, tomato, cilantro and buttermilk on a garden salad
Buttermilk Fried ChickenUS$9.00
On a garden salad with buttermilk ranch dressing
Poached PearUS$9.00
Spiced nuts, blue cheese, raisins and champagne vinaigrette on mixed greens
GreekUS$8.00
Marinated cucumbers, roasted red peppers, olives and feta on mixed greens with balsamic vinaigrette
Classic CaesarUS$7.00
Romaine, croutons. pickled red onions and grana padana cheese with Caesar dressing

On the Side

Garden or Caesar SaladUS$4.00
Side of the DayUS$3.00
Soup du JourUS$3.00

Sandwiches

Served with our side of the day

Classic ReubenUS$9.00
On rye bread with corned beef, 1000 island, sauerkraut and swiss cheese
Grilled Pimento CheeseUS$8.00
With bacon and tomato on multigrain bread
Tuna Melt on MultigrainUS$8.50
Served open-faced with tomato and mozzarella
TurkeyUS$9.00
With cranberry mustard, tomato and spinach on focaccia bread
Mildred's ClubUS$9.50
On toasted sourdough with turkey, ham, bacon, cheddar, lettuce, tomato and 1000 island
Falafel PitaUS$9.00
With mixed greens, tomato and Tzatziki
Fried Eggplant WrapUS$9.00
Fresh mozzarella, spinach, basil aioli, marinated peppers and balsamic reduction
Seared Tuna ClubUS$12.00
On toasted sourdough with lettuce, tomato, Bacon and lemon aioli

Specials

Quiche of the DayUS$9.50
Served with soup or garden salad
Tacos of the Day
- Market Price
Sandwich of the Day
- Market Price

What 657 people are saying

Mildreds Big City Food reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.7Food
4.8Service
4.4Ambience
4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Orlando / Central Florida East
Good for special occasions
Orlando / Central Florida East
Contemporary American
Ocala / Gainesville
Best Overall
Ocala / Gainesville
Best Food
Ocala / Gainesville
Best Service
Ocala / Gainesville
Best Value
Ocala / Gainesville
Innovative
Ocala / Gainesville
Healthy
Ocala / Gainesville
Neighbourhood gem
Ocala / Gainesville
Great for outdoor dining
Ocala / Gainesville
Good for special occasions
Ocala / Gainesville
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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Mildreds Big City Food is a standout in Gainesville's dining scene. It offers a delightful blend of "absolutely wonderful flavors and service," with fresh, locally sourced ingredients. Guests rave about the "excellent" three-course meals and desserts. The restaurant's cozy atmosphere and attentive staff make it a "hidden gem," perfect for memorable dining experiences.

657 Reviews

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Kahti VIP
Washington DC3 reviews
5.0
Dined on 1 March 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This was a our second visit to Mildred's and was nothing short of excellent!
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Eric
Southwest Florida6 reviews
5.0
Dined on 25 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Lovely, upscale atmosphere with a retro vibe. Outstanding service, attentive and friendly but unobtrusive. The food was excellent. We chose the prix fixe menu and the starters and mains were our favorites (snapper and quail). Cocktails were also excellent. We've found our new special dinner place in Gainesville!
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Ryan
Dallas1 review
5.0
Dined on 15 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
Food is always excellent at Mildred's! Interior is a bit dated but the wait staff are friendly and the service is good. We will be back!
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Sharon
Jacksonville12 reviews
5.0
Dined on 14 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This is our third Valentine’s Day meal at Mildred’s and each time we ask ourselves why we don’t eat here more often! The fixed price meal was amazing, with great options for salads/soups, entrees and especially desserts. We enjoyed the wedge salad and the carrot salad, as well as the lamb and swordfish entrees. Each was unique and perfectly prepared. The cakes and cheesecakes are to die for! Oh and we truly loved the cocktails too!
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Clark VIP
Orlando11 reviews
4.0
Dined on 1 February 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Good always and flavorful meal. Their wine selection is excellent!
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Robert
Orlando1 review
5.0
Dined on 25 January 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Table ready on time. Staff very friendly and attentive. Food well prepared and delicious. Enjoyed the three course offerings. On the return list.
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Holly VIP
Washington DC5 reviews
5.0
Dined on 15 January 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Always a great meal. Menu changes with the seasons and is locally sourced. Great wine list. Dessert are homemade.
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Rosemary
Jacksonville10 reviews
4.0
Dined on 7 January 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Mildred’s time and again is the most consistent, delicious and unique dining experience in Gainesville. The meals and service deserve a little remodel of the dining room yet, the room always looks great and eclectic.
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Jayne
New York City1 review
5.0
Dined on 31 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
We had a really nice New Year's Eve dinner it was a good value and the food was delicious. The wait stop was great and you can't go wrong at Mildred's.
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Sandy VIP
Key West27 reviews
4.0
Dined on 28 December 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
Prefix menu— I chose spinach salad(ok), quail(ok)and coconut cake(yumm)
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FAQs

Mildreds Big City Food offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (352) 371-1711.

Mildreds Big City Food is rated 4.7 stars by 657 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a booking

2 people

14 Mar 2025

19:00

Booked 8 times today

Order delivery or takeout

3445 West University Ave, Gainesville, FL 32607

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross Street
University Ave and 34th Street
Area
Gainesville
Hours of Operation
Lunch Mon–Sat 11:00–16:00 Dinner Mon–Sat 16:00–21:00
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Contemporary American, Farm-to-table, Seafood
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Public Lot
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Bert Gill
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://mildredsbigcityfood.com/
Phone number
(352) 371-1711
Catering
All catering events are tailored to the guest's budget and specifications. We offer everything from box lunches to casual buffets and heavy hors d'oeuvres to multi course dinners. Please contact us at (352) 371-1711 for more information.
Private party facilities
We are North Central Florida's farm-to-table, local, sustainable foods restaurant. Operated by Bert and Tara Gill, Mildred's offers a seasonally changing menu highlighting what is available locally.

Mildreds Big City Food

Make a booking

About this restaurant

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information

Salads

Curry ChickenUS$9.50

Crispy CalamariUS$10.00

Buttermilk Fried ChickenUS$9.00

Poached PearUS$9.00

GreekUS$8.00

Classic CaesarUS$7.00

On the Side

Garden or Caesar SaladUS$4.00

Side of the DayUS$3.00

Soup du JourUS$3.00

Sandwiches

Classic ReubenUS$9.00

Grilled Pimento CheeseUS$8.00

Tuna Melt on MultigrainUS$8.50

TurkeyUS$9.00

Mildred's ClubUS$9.50

Falafel PitaUS$9.00

Fried Eggplant WrapUS$9.00

Seared Tuna ClubUS$12.00

Specials

Quiche of the DayUS$9.50

Tacos of the Day

Sandwich of the Day

Overall ratings and reviews

Loved For

Review summary

FAQs

Does Mildreds Big City Food offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is Mildreds Big City Food restaurant rated?

Is Mildreds Big City Food currently accepting bookings?

Make a booking

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

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