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Paramount Grill

12 SW 1st Ave, Gainesville, FL 32601-6244
352-378-3398
Ranked #2 of 189 restaurants in Gainesville
4.5 of 5 stars 72 Reviews
Good for: Romantic, Business, Local cuisine, Special Occasion Dining, Entertaining clients
Dining options: Breakfast/Brunch, Lunch Spot, Dinner, Reservations
Most recent review
- 24 May 2012
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Good for: Romantic, Business, Local cuisine, Special Occasion Dining, Entertaining clients
Dining options: Breakfast/Brunch, Lunch Spot, Dinner, Reservations
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Gainesville, Florida
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12 reviews 12 reviews
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 May 2012 NEW

For fine dining in northern Florida, the Paramount Grill is the right place to visit. Located in a charming old storefront in downtown Gainesville, it may appear to be little more than a cafe or tea room. But the kitchen staff here can produce meals that would stand up well to competition from fine dining establishments across Europe and the... More

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Gainesville, Florida
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26 reviews 26 reviews
28 helpful votes 28 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 May 2012

Paramount Grill is one of our favorite Gainesville restaurants. The food is always awesome and they use fresh ingredients. Service can be slow, but the quality of the food makes the waiting worth it. Very charming ambiance as well! More

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Ship Bottom, New Jersey
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62 reviews 62 reviews
24 helpful votes 24 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 May 2012

Just a wonderful dinning experience. Great food, great presentation. Make reservations if you plan on a weekend visit More

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Gainesville, Florida
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7 reviews 7 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 May 2012

I have eaten at this downtown restaurant a half dozen times or more with most clients, business associates (at lunch) and family and friends for dinner. Although I have not been in the past 6 month to one year, all the meals I have had there have been superb with a menu that emphasizes locally grown, very fresh ingredients, in... More

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Gainesville, Florida
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15 reviews 15 reviews
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 April 2012

I love this place.. have for years. everything is fresh and the atmosphere is soft More

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Daytona Beach
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43 reviews 43 reviews
22 helpful votes 22 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 April 2012

We ate dinner at the Paramount Grill in downtown Gainesville on our recent stay. The beet salad was delicious and the crab cakes were some of the best I have ever had. The mahi entree was outstanding! More

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Gainesville, Florida
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3 reviews 3 reviews
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 March 2012

This restaurant takes dining in Gainesville to a new level. The chef is conscientious and willing to work with a variety of tastes and preferences. The cuisine is varied and always well prepared. The wait staff are consistent and personable, providing excellent service every time. More

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Gainesville, Fl.
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3 reviews 3 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 March 2012

Quite creative, well served and excellent presentation.We tend to do most 'special occasions' here. Delightful atmosphere, never hectic or disturbing. rather electic and unique entrees that always seems to delight. More

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Gainesville, Florida
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 March 2012

I had my daughter's Bridal Shower at Paramount Grill's private room. Everyone just loved it! The food and service was amazing. I received a written thank you note from a friend that stated she had been to many Bridal Showers and this was the absolute best she had ever been to. It was so classy and comfortable. Everyone told me... More

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FL
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43 reviews 43 reviews
60 helpful votes 60 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 February 2012

We went for brunch on the weekend. We loved the experience, the food was delicious, and the price was reasonable. It has come highly recommended from my work colleagues for dinner as well, but I haven't tried the dinner...yet. This atmosphere of the restaurant would make for a great date night. More

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