TOP 30 Historical cafe in Gainesville, Florida

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The Swamp Restaurant, located at 1104 Southwest 2nd Avenue in Gainesville, Florida, has returned in all its original glory in a new, nearby location. This iconic landmark has been a staple in the Gainesville community for over twenty-five years, serving as a popular restaurant, bar, and event venue for University of Florida students, alumni, and locals alike. The original building, with its charming white trim, picket fence, and sprawling front lawn, was a beloved landmark in Gainesville. After facing closure and demolition in 2019, the Gator Nation rallied together to save The Swamp. Despite the original building being razed in July 2020, the institution has reopened in a new location just minutes away, capturing the likeness and historic charm of the original landmark.

Blount Hall, located at 530 West University Avenue in Gainesville, Florida, is a university institution that serves as an outreach and educational facility in the heart of downtown Gainesville. Close to the University of Florida, UF Innovate, CareerSource, and East Gainesville, Blount Hall is easily accessible via the rails-to-trails bike path and the RTS bus route. Surrounded by cafes, restaurants, and UF, this collaborative space in the historical heart of the city offers a convenient location for students and commuters. Blount Center offers classes towards an A.A. degree, Community or Continuing Education classes, and GED completion. Blount Hall is home to the college's bachelor's, A.S. degree, and certificate programs in Business Programs and Information Technology Education (ITE). The Center for Innovation and Economic Development (CIED) supports startup companies driving innovation in Gainesville.