MacDinton's GNV

Lanie Gardner 3 weeks ago

I attended the Jimmy Buffett-themed night and, while the event itself was enjoyable, I was extremely disappointed with the service from the bartenders. During the last hour of the open bar, I waited approximately 45 minutes to get a drink. Throughout that time, I made several polite attempts to get the bartenders’ attention. They would acknowledge me, but repeatedly serve the people around me while passing over me. At one point, one of the bartenders sat in the middle of the bar on his phone despite me standing right there waiting to be helped. What was especially frustrating was that this continued even when new bartenders switched in. When I explained that I was there for the event, they looked at the time and walked right past me until the open bar ended at 10:00 PM. I understand that event attendees may not generate the same tips as regular customers, but if that is the reason for the treatment I received, it is extremely disappointing. Customers who purchase tickets to an event should not be treated differently or made to feel as though they are an inconvenience. If the staff is not willing to provide the same level of service throughout the advertised open-bar period, the ope

Alex Avni 4 months ago

This bar is terrible. Overpriced beverages compared to the bars next door (almost double the price!) also, the selection is extremely limited. Makes me miss the old midtown scene heavily. Also, the bartender named Sani was extremely rude and acted like no one was worth her time.

Matthew Blackburn 3 years ago

Title: Delicious Food, But Beware of In-House Dining Fee Rating: ⭐⭐⭐ I recently visited the social with my son and wife, and overall, we had a satisfying dining experience. The highlight of our meal was undoubtedly the mouthwatering Tender Mountain with Swamp Sauce. The flavors were fantastic, and the portion size was quite generous, leaving us feeling satisfied and content. My wife opted for the Buffalo Mac and Cheese Bowl, which she said was ok, but was a much smaller portion for nearly the same price. The food quality was commendable. The flavors were well-balanced, and the dishes were prepared with care and attention to detail. However, my enthusiasm dampened when I realized the in-house dining fee. Paying over $7 just to dine within the restaurant seemed exorbitant and left a sour taste in my mouth. This unexpected cost was disappointing and took away from an otherwise enjoyable experience. It's important for restaurants to be transparent about additional charges, as it can significantly impact a customer's perception. While the food deserves praise, I must admit that the in-house dining fee has made me hesitant about returning. It's disheartening when a hidden charge lea

Ella Camaro 4 years ago

Went to watch Utes play Gators and when we drove to Gainesville this was the first bar we saw. The line builds up fast to get in on a game day. There are entrances on both sides of the building. You can walk through the whole bar and walk out to the other street in the back of the building. This bar is massive. 2 stories. We went to the rooftop area. There are 2 bar areas upstairs, food truck, restrooms and lots of seating areas.The ones under pergolas are reserved. Pay attention, they usually tape a piece of paper with the name. You have a great view from the top on all the tailgating going on across the street. There are at least 2 bar areas downstairs, you can play pool and sit outside. We met a lot of friendly Gator fans, there was barely any hostility against Utah fans. We mingled and hanged out on a rooftop from 12 pm to 6 pm at least. The drinks were good. I enjoyed frozen mango margaritas the most. Perfect for a hot muggy day in Gainesville.

Marcia Daubenmire 4 years ago

Service was excellent! The food was tasty! I really enjoyed the salad but a didn’t like the small bowels they serve in. It makes a mess when you try to dress your salad. The decor was industrial comfort. The space was open and the bar was huge! I would go again!