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We have limited seating in our dining room to ensure proper social distancing. We are offering take out curb side service for those who would like to enjoy Mark’s at home. Our wine and beer selections are also available. Delivery also now available through 352 Delivery com.
Prime meats & seafood entrees with traditional sides are showcased in this elegant steakhouse.
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Address: 201 SE 2nd Ave #102, Gainesville, FL 32601
Phone: (352) 336-0077
Website: http://marksprimesteakhouse.com/
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Jennifer Farmer
I’m sry to do this but we decided to go to Mark’s in Gainesville on Wednesday for our 15 year wedding anniversary dinner. I’ve been craving a steak and had my eyes on a Delmonico…so we made reservations and got coconut shrimp (I think it was $15 – got 4 shrimp in total ) as an appertizer they were huge and I liked them my husband wasn’t too thrilled but the sweet sauce was ok. Then he got the chopped salad and I got the Caesar salad ($? Can’t remember but I think they were $10-+) . He said his was super dry and mine had no flavor. I ended up not eating it . I got the fingerling Potatos and my husband got the broccoli with butter sauce ($10 each per side) . My potatoes were so hard but dark I just couldn’t eat them. I asked and showed the waiter if this was normal and he just brushed it off. Another thing I did not eat $$$ I got the Delmonico steak ($55) medium well wuth demi sauce the steak was ok the sauce was good but no seasoning on the steak or food …my husband got the catchers special which was some kind of red fish ($54) which we love normally the waiter did not ask how he wanted it cooked and was baked. We never have or ask for baked red fish . Just not normal but he got 2 small fried nugget pieces of the fish with some kind of smear of a sauce which was um ok I guess. Just very disappointed ☹️ was so looking forward to it. I got one small glass of wine (the cheapest one they had lol I don’t normally drink $15 but it was our anniversary) pictures – it all looked good just taste and flavor was a big miss. Total $200! For what ? Was NOT worth it . Next time definitely going back to Embers for sure we spent $100 for about the same amount and kind of food and I got a whole bottle of wine there. I’m so tired of paying money and especially alot of money for bad food sry not sry just our opinion ☺️ $200?!
… moreChristine Wallace
My husband has been wanting to visit Marks prime for a few years. We finally decided to go for our 15th wedding anniversary. We had a reservation for 8pm. We were seated promptly when we arrived and the hostess was very friendly. We then had a gentleman come by and fill our waters who was also friendly. He notified us that our server would be with us shortly. We waited 30 minutes and still no one came. We notified the hostess we hadn’t been served as we noticed others who arrived after us had. She apologized and went to search for our server. Another 15 minutes he showed up and took our drink orders and said hed be back to take our food order despite us being ready to order. Everything from then on continued to take way longer than necessary. For the price the food was not up to par. My husband’s steak was good, not great and not worth $70. My steak tenderloin tips were pretty good but had a lot of fat I had to remove so I didn’t feel satisfied. The salads were good. Probably their best value item. The sides were just ok. We also ordered the dessert trio. The chocolate mousse cake and cheesecake were good but skip the bread pudding. Overall we spent $225 and felt like we got a $100 experience. Service was terrible. Go to Embers if you are looking for a good meal.
… moreCharlie
My wife and I celebrated our first Anniversary here and we loved it! The Delmonico was melt in your mouth tender and my wife’s ribeye was cooked perfectly. The only real problem is having to deal with the Gainesville parking, but that true for anything downtown! Can’t wait to visit again.
… moreBeth Boyd
First time in Gainsville wasa bummer! Drove fr St Augustine to attend a fall festival w/friends to celebrate her birthday n that she’s craving fir steak but unfortunately our experience was a disappointment served us underbaked bread our meals took forever over 45 min wait salad was served after the entree the steak was dry too our bill was $267 including tip didn’t complained didn’t want to ruin our friend birthday so we didn’t say anything this is a lesson learned for us we shd have check the restaurant reviews then!
… moreRey F. Benjamin
(Dined 2/11/26) To transform Gainesville from a sleepy college town into a world-class university village, a preeminent steakhouse is a non-negotiable requirement. While Mark’s comes close, it still falls outside the Top 25. The Delmonico was serviceable, but it failed to live up to the legacy of its lower Manhattan namesake. At $38—the 2022 price of a full Delmonico—the pork chop would have been the smarter play. With beef prices at these premiums, one expects a higher level of execution from this cut.
The silver lining was the side of Brussels sprouts; the warm honey and sweet onions were perfectly balanced. And while the Gators vs. Bulldogs game provided a nice backdrop, the lopsided “Varsity vs. JV” energy on screen couldn’t distract from the 30-minute lag between sitting down and having my order taken. At $90 for a steak and a side, the ambiance and “leathered chophouse” vibe offer glimpses of NYC or Chicago, but the substance doesn’t quite meet the sticker price.
… moreThe silver lining was the side of Brussels sprouts; the warm honey and sweet onions were perfectly balanced. And while the Gators vs. Bulldogs game provided a nice backdrop, the lopsided “Varsity vs. JV” energy on screen couldn’t distract from the 30-minute lag between sitting down and having my order taken. At $90 for a steak and a side, the ambiance and “leathered chophouse” vibe offer glimpses of NYC or Chicago, but the substance doesn’t quite meet the sticker price.
Saurin Shah
Overall, sub-Prime experience.
Steaks were comparable to Shula’s. The sides and atmosphere were significantly less good.
Next time: Embers.
Food –
Good:
Steak – well cooked and well seasoned. The peppercorn sauce was excellent.
One person didn’t order steak but enjoyed the scallops and pasta.
The prosciutto wrapped jalapeños were surprisingly good!
Not good:
French onion soup. Bland, no depth flavor, no deep dark broth, not the bubbly Gruyere on top like it “should” be. This is AFTER being told the soup is recommended as a 10 out of 10, and is a “proper” French onion soup. Maaybe a 6. Stay away. Save your appetite for the steak.
Creamed spinach – not good. Under seasoned and bland. Probably the “worst” creamed spinach I have had at a nice steak house.
Jalapeño au gratin potatoes. Average. Hoped it would hit. Meh.
Atmosphere – Saturday night – place is nearly full not but crowded. Waited nearly 15 minutes and were offered a drafty table near the door. Requested a different table and request was fulfilled with a more interior table. Atmosphere is stark, some wood and paintings in the periphery. High ceilings so not so much a cozy feel. Quiet enough to be able to talk normally at the table.
Service – Kitchen was behind and slow. While the staff were nice and friendly, they were making apologies and excuses all night. Felt bad for them. Waited for every course way longer than one should – it was not paced well.
… moreSteaks were comparable to Shula’s. The sides and atmosphere were significantly less good.
Next time: Embers.
Food –
Good:
Steak – well cooked and well seasoned. The peppercorn sauce was excellent.
One person didn’t order steak but enjoyed the scallops and pasta.
The prosciutto wrapped jalapeños were surprisingly good!
Not good:
French onion soup. Bland, no depth flavor, no deep dark broth, not the bubbly Gruyere on top like it “should” be. This is AFTER being told the soup is recommended as a 10 out of 10, and is a “proper” French onion soup. Maaybe a 6. Stay away. Save your appetite for the steak.
Creamed spinach – not good. Under seasoned and bland. Probably the “worst” creamed spinach I have had at a nice steak house.
Jalapeño au gratin potatoes. Average. Hoped it would hit. Meh.
Atmosphere – Saturday night – place is nearly full not but crowded. Waited nearly 15 minutes and were offered a drafty table near the door. Requested a different table and request was fulfilled with a more interior table. Atmosphere is stark, some wood and paintings in the periphery. High ceilings so not so much a cozy feel. Quiet enough to be able to talk normally at the table.
Service – Kitchen was behind and slow. While the staff were nice and friendly, they were making apologies and excuses all night. Felt bad for them. Waited for every course way longer than one should – it was not paced well.
Kissa Doody
We visited for our anniversary dinner, and overall, we had a really nice experience. Parking downtown can get busy, so I recommend arriving early so you’re not circling or stressed before your reservation. Inside, the ambiance is definitely romantic — dim lighting, soft atmosphere, and a cozy upscale vibe. It’s great for date night or celebrating something special, though the lighting makes taking photos a bit tricky.
For starters, I ordered the French onion soup. It was fine, but not as flavorful as I hoped — not bad, just not one of those soups that blows you away. The calamari, however, was easily some of the best we’ve ever had. Perfectly cooked, great texture, and really well seasoned. For my entrée, I ordered the petite sirloin, which was absolutely delicious and cooked perfectly to temperature. My only complaint is that entrées don’t come with a side, which always feels a little annoying at a high-end steakhouse. We ended up sharing a baked potato, and it was huge — seriously one of the biggest baked potatoes we’ve ever seen, and it was delicious. C ordered the special of the night. He enjoyed it and liked the BBQ-style preparation, but wished it had just a bit more flavor.
We also tried their specialty drink called the Midnight Treat, which was delicious. Unfortunately, the bar ran out of the drink halfway through our meal, so we weren’t able to order another round, which was kind of a bummer. Our waiter was attentive, and the service overall was warm and professional. The theming of the restaurant is cute, leaning toward a darker, more romantic style, so it’s perfect for anniversaries, date nights, or a special moment — definitely fancier than LongHorn, with pricing to match.
One important tip: make a reservation. They get very busy on weekends. We actually tried to go on a different night and couldn’t get in without one, so plan ahead to avoid that disappointment.
Overall, Mark’s is a solid choice if you’re looking for a special evening with great steaks, cozy ambiance, and attentive service. We’d return — especially for that calamari and baked potato.
… moreFor starters, I ordered the French onion soup. It was fine, but not as flavorful as I hoped — not bad, just not one of those soups that blows you away. The calamari, however, was easily some of the best we’ve ever had. Perfectly cooked, great texture, and really well seasoned. For my entrée, I ordered the petite sirloin, which was absolutely delicious and cooked perfectly to temperature. My only complaint is that entrées don’t come with a side, which always feels a little annoying at a high-end steakhouse. We ended up sharing a baked potato, and it was huge — seriously one of the biggest baked potatoes we’ve ever seen, and it was delicious. C ordered the special of the night. He enjoyed it and liked the BBQ-style preparation, but wished it had just a bit more flavor.
We also tried their specialty drink called the Midnight Treat, which was delicious. Unfortunately, the bar ran out of the drink halfway through our meal, so we weren’t able to order another round, which was kind of a bummer. Our waiter was attentive, and the service overall was warm and professional. The theming of the restaurant is cute, leaning toward a darker, more romantic style, so it’s perfect for anniversaries, date nights, or a special moment — definitely fancier than LongHorn, with pricing to match.
One important tip: make a reservation. They get very busy on weekends. We actually tried to go on a different night and couldn’t get in without one, so plan ahead to avoid that disappointment.
Overall, Mark’s is a solid choice if you’re looking for a special evening with great steaks, cozy ambiance, and attentive service. We’d return — especially for that calamari and baked potato.
Ryan Huser
Best Happy Hour downtown! Great apps for cheap, good drink specials. Val rocks!
… moreL Greene (SkitSkatKat87)
This is not a fancy restaurant, it’s an over-priced restaurant. While the lamb was plated very nice, it was tough and didn’t taste right. They replaced it with the filet minion. It had good flavor, however it had that slightly gritty texture like it was re-frozen. Just sad when you are paying over $50 just for the meat. The state of the men’s room was just appalling for a “nice restaurant.”
Details matter at this price point.
… moreDetails matter at this price point.
Redsoxguy116
TL;DR: There are other good steakhouses in Gainesville go there instead.
My wife and I went here for the first time on our ten year anniversary, hoping to have a special night. We’ve been to all the other steakhouses in town and were looking forward to try this one.
The reservation process was easy and straightforward and we had no problem getting seated. That’s about where the good time ended. The waiter was very inattentive and didn’t even ask us it was our first time or if we were celebrating anything special. Meanwhile, for comparison, we went to Ember’s down the street a few months before and they asked if we were celebrating anything, we told them a promotion, and they brought us free dessert and brandy. I’m not looking for free things and I don’t need a stranger to celebrate my anniversary, but when these expensive places are supposed to focus on customer experience, it’s disappointing that our waiter didn’t care at all.
Looking past that, we ordered cocktails. They took forever to come out, pretty much right before our meal. I wanted to like mine but it was 90% chipped ice. I ordered an old fashioned. That’s not the kind of ice you put in there. It almost immediately became mostly water. If you’re spending $15+ on a cocktail, you don’t want water.
The bread was fine. It’s sourdough. If you don’t like that kind of bread, skip it.
Finally the meal. The fish we got was somehow the best part, at the steakhouse. The potatoes were good too but that’s where things end. The steak had no char or crust. I got the New York Strip and it was mostly gristle. I also don’t think they seasoned it. The Brussels sprouts were supposed to be roasted with bacon and they honestly tasted like they were pre-frozen and boiled.
By the time we were done, we were asked if we wanted dessert but we just wanted to get out of there. It took forever for the waiter to bring us our check and we ended up spending the second most we’ve ever spent at a steakhouse in Gainesville while getting almost the same exact things that we usually do.
I sincerely mean this, you could have a MUCH better meal and experience at Texas Roadhouse for half the price. Obviously go to one of the other fancy steakhouses first but I’m just saying, TR would have been way better.
If I’m going to spend the money, I’m going to one of the other great places in town. I’m skipping this place every time.
… moreMy wife and I went here for the first time on our ten year anniversary, hoping to have a special night. We’ve been to all the other steakhouses in town and were looking forward to try this one.
The reservation process was easy and straightforward and we had no problem getting seated. That’s about where the good time ended. The waiter was very inattentive and didn’t even ask us it was our first time or if we were celebrating anything special. Meanwhile, for comparison, we went to Ember’s down the street a few months before and they asked if we were celebrating anything, we told them a promotion, and they brought us free dessert and brandy. I’m not looking for free things and I don’t need a stranger to celebrate my anniversary, but when these expensive places are supposed to focus on customer experience, it’s disappointing that our waiter didn’t care at all.
Looking past that, we ordered cocktails. They took forever to come out, pretty much right before our meal. I wanted to like mine but it was 90% chipped ice. I ordered an old fashioned. That’s not the kind of ice you put in there. It almost immediately became mostly water. If you’re spending $15+ on a cocktail, you don’t want water.
The bread was fine. It’s sourdough. If you don’t like that kind of bread, skip it.
Finally the meal. The fish we got was somehow the best part, at the steakhouse. The potatoes were good too but that’s where things end. The steak had no char or crust. I got the New York Strip and it was mostly gristle. I also don’t think they seasoned it. The Brussels sprouts were supposed to be roasted with bacon and they honestly tasted like they were pre-frozen and boiled.
By the time we were done, we were asked if we wanted dessert but we just wanted to get out of there. It took forever for the waiter to bring us our check and we ended up spending the second most we’ve ever spent at a steakhouse in Gainesville while getting almost the same exact things that we usually do.
I sincerely mean this, you could have a MUCH better meal and experience at Texas Roadhouse for half the price. Obviously go to one of the other fancy steakhouses first but I’m just saying, TR would have been way better.
If I’m going to spend the money, I’m going to one of the other great places in town. I’m skipping this place every time.