Manuel's Vintage Room

Hands down the best place in Gainesville for a romantic dinner. Food is delicious, portions generous, waiters always recommend the perfect wine pairing, and the atmosphere is intimate. Be sure to make reservations in advance, and to dress up.

One of our favorite fancy date night spots, even for vegetarians! All their vegetarian options (apps, pastas, etc) are delicious and they're very accommodating to our dietary restrictions. Great wines as well. Only wish they had valet as parking can be tough but not enough of an issue to remove a star.

Pleasant and intimate atmosphere, one of the few places in Gainesville to offer a fine dining experience. Dishes are authentic Tuscan with good flavors, but a couple of problems keeps me from rating 5 stars. While we arrived early evening, about 7:30 and ordered apps and wine, our dinner plates didn't arrive until after 9:00, and one of the plates arrived with the protein (scallops) cold and had to be sent back.

Could not be more impressed. Excellent, tender calamari with a garlicy red sauce made in house, butter soft skirt steak, and the lobster ravioli had a perfect blend of cheese and seafood flavor. The pasta had a made in house texture, and the staff was outstanding.

Amazing food. Love how small and specialized it is. Staff very friendly and attentive. Make sure you make reservations! Seating is very limited!!