Places To Drink Beer in Gainesville, Florida

Stubbies

9 W University Avenue, Gainesville Florida 32601 (352)384-1261

The original craft beer bar of Gainesville Florida. Offering over 450 Bottles and 24 Draft lines. No BMC. Authentic German style food offered before 10pm. Appetizers offered after 10pm.

Gainesville House Of Beer

19 W University Avenue, Gainesville Florida 32601

Gainesvilles newest Craft Beer Bar.  Offering 40 tap lines, and a varied selection of bottles. It’s still in the opening stages as of now, not all taps are up and running but this place has good potential if you want to enjoy a wide variety of fresh craft beer.

Tall Pauls Brew House

10 SE 2nd Avenue, Gainesville Florida 32601 (352)505-0990

Located in an 1880′s stable once used by the Gainesville Fire department Tall Pauls has lots of room and a cool atmosphere. I have not yet visited Tall Pauls myself but I do plan to in the near future to give you a better idea of what they have to offer.

Alcove

110 S Main St, Gainesville Florida 32601 (352)335-6335

Gainesville’s second craft beer bar. Alcove is very small and can be quite crowded but their on tap offerings can’t be beat.  They also have a very nice bottle selection.

Wetlands

3140 S.W. 42nd Way, Gainesville Florida 32608 (352)505-3035

The tasting room for our local Gainesville award winning brewery Swamp Head, open Wednesday through Friday 4pm-8pm. Offering growler fills of fresh Swamp Head brews to take home as well as pints of Swamp Head and other local Florida brewery offerings like Cigar City.  Also the place to get Swamp Head Gear like T-Shirts and Pint Glasses. Please note that the Wetlands is Cash Only so stop off at an ATM beforehand.

Places To Purchase Beer in Gainesville

Gator Beverage

1126 W University Ave, Gainesville Florida 32601 (352)336-6126

Arguably the largest selection and the best place to purchase craft beers in Gainesville. Beers are organized by style with a huge selection. Prices are very reasonable.  It is impossible to shop here without finding something you want. Row after row of craft beer heaven, if you only go to one place in Gainesville for craft beer this is it.

Dorns

4140 NW 16th Boulevard, Gainesville Florida 32605 (352)378-0229

Dorns serves the NW of Gainesville with Craft Beer, Wine, and Spirits.  Their craft beer selection is not large but offers some good choices that should satisfy any craft beer geek.  They offer monthly beer tastings on the first Tuesday of every month to help you expand your craft beer palate.  The employees are knowledgeable about craft beer as well and are willing to help with suggestions.

Tipples Brews

2440 SW 76th Street Suite 110, gainesville Florida 32608 (352)672-6303

Tipples is relatively new to Gainesville but they have a great selection of craft beer. Servicing the West side of Gainesville they also offer a large wine selection for the connoisseur.

Wards Supermarket

515 NE 23rd Avenue, Gainesville Florida 32609 (352)372-1741

Gainesvilles independent grocery store offers a large craft beer selection in the back left corner of the store.  A large selection of European imports including quite a bit of Eastern Europe.  Also Wards offers plenty of American craft beers as well as macro lagers this a one stop party shop for the craft beer enthusiast that also has to keep Joe schmoe happy. The prices are great here too, and they put out of season beer on sale often so there are some great deals to be had if you are willing to drink out of season.

Wetlands

3140 S.W. 42nd Way, Gainesville Florida 32608 (352)505-3035

As stated above, The Wetlands is the tasting room for the local award winning Swamp Head Brewery. Take home a growler for your next party, or take some back home if you are visiting from out of state to share with friends. Wed-Friday 4pm-8pm, Cash only!

Breweries

Swamp Head Brewing

3140 S.W. 42nd Way, Gainesville Florida 32608 (352)505-3035

The pride of Gainesvilles craft beer scene.  This local brewery offers many amazing award winning craft beers brewed right here in Gator Country! Stop by and sample their many offerings and take home a growler of your favorite brew for later enjoyment.  You can also purchase kegs for your next party event or gathering!