Melissa Gomez
I cannot say enough great things about this place, My husband and I drove to Gainesville for a VA appt. We wanted to stop for lunch and looked up Latin Food this place had a good variety of Latin food on there menu so we decided to go. From the moment we walked in the staff was friendly and we were seated right away. We started with an appetizer plantain /tostones with steak and fried cheese, OMG , I can’t stop thinking of them they were so good , For drinks we had Antonella and a Tinker sour and for lunch we had the puerto rican burger Everyhing was so delicious the burger had Maduros in it , Delicious We will definitely going again!
… moreGrace Ramirez
Our organization, the Society of Hispanic Professional Engineers at the University of Florida, recently hosted our formal end-of-semester celebration, “Una Noche de Salsa,” at Tinker Latin Restaurant, and it was absolutely phenomenal! From months ahead in the planning process to the moment of the event, the team at Tinker went above and beyond to ensure everything ran smoothly. Their care and attention to detail made us feel supported every step of the way, and with their help, we were able to see our beautiful vision come to life! They truly treated our celebration as if it were their own.
The food was absolutely delicious and made many of our Hispanic members feel right at home. It was authentic, flavorful, and a highlight of the evening! With 150 guests in attendance, we were able to fully utilize their projection screen, stage, and microphone system to display awards and recognize our members in a professional and meaningful way.
Thanks to the incredible hospitality, professionalism, and dedication of the Tinker team, this was one of the best events our organization has ever hosted. We are so grateful and cannot recommend Tinker Latin Restaurant enough for group celebrations and special events!
… moreKarla De Anda
From the moment we walked in, we were welcomed with the warmest smiles and genuine hospitality. Every single person working here treated us with such kindness. They took the time to explain the menu, checked in on us often, and truly made us feel cared for. It’s rare to find a place in Gainesville where the staff is this attentive, thoughtful, and genuinely passionate about what they do.
A huge shoutout to Daniel, the bartender, who crafted the most delicious, perfectly balanced drinks. Every cocktail was flavorful, fresh, and thoughtfully made.
Ana checked in on us with such genuine warmth, making sure we had everything we needed and truly enhancing our experience.
And our waiter, Gian, went above and beyond to guide us through the menu and give us the best service possible, he really made our night special.
The food was outstanding, incredibly flavorful, beautifully presented, and perfectly curated. The smash burger was insanely delicious, juicy, and packed with flavor. The lomo saltado was incredibly rich and savory, with every bite bursting with authentic taste. And the cheesy and Nutella tequeños were perfectly made, crispy, creamy, sweet, and absolutely unforgettable. You can truly taste the care and creativity in every dish. It was truly surprising to see that they had practically every Latin beer in their fridge , such an impressive and diverse selection of beverages that you don’t find just anywhere.
The atmosphere was just as amazing. The music, the vibe, and the holiday decorations all came together to create such a warm and festive environment. It felt like the perfect place to relax, enjoy great food, and have a memorable night. It’s perfect for date night, a cozy family dinner, or even just a quick bite before going out to dance.
This restaurant truly exceeded our expectations. We can’t wait to come back and bring our friends and family.
… moreAxel Font
GREAT Food, Unique Burgers. Pitchers of Mojito or Margarita… Can’t Go Wrong!
Great Menu, friendly service, accommodated our large group. Reservations is a plus. ENJOY!!
… moreMadison Smith
Katalina was incredible. The food and drinks were amazing and I highly recommend checking this place out if you’re ever in the downtown area
… moreGuido De Souza Ottoni
Tinker is incredible! The Latin food was absolutely delicious — every dish was full of flavor and felt authentically homemade. The drinks were amazing too; I highly recommend the arepas and the Tinder Sour.
The whole place has a warm, family-style atmosphere that makes you feel right at home. If you’re looking for delicious food, great drinks, and a welcoming vibe, Tinker is definitely the spot. Highly recommend!
… moremichaelraymond dominguez
I’ve been living in Gainesville for a few years and never thought we would have any good Spanish food but my cousin flew in an we found Tinkers. I tell you when I walked in how nice and welcoming this place just felt I knew I wanted to sit down and eat. Ana was our server a she went over a beyond to accommodate my cousin an I. I love this place. I’m definitely coming back soon. You guys should most certainly check this place out !
… moreAndrew Grady
Came in when it was not busy (1pm on a Wednesday). Upon entering, immediately overwhelmed by smell of human waste. I assume the vent fan on the bathroom by the door was not functioning. Waited about 4-5 minutes for the one server to notice we had walked in and we were seated. Ordered two margaritas and guacamole (drinks and a snack). The tamarind margarita was amazing and the mango one was ok. Both were clearly freshly made, and that was appreciated. The guacamole was mostly pureed and chunked avocado, with 2-6 pieces of onion, and cilantro on top. The lime juice was mixed in and at a good ratio– flavor was great. Mouth feel was not, and asked for some diced onion (to add to guacamole). The onion they brought was clear in color, and soft (old by a few days). I will not return here specifically for this restaurant, but maybe for margaritas if I’m in the area.
… moreDelinise Mejias
I have been to both Tinker in gainsville and they are amazing. food is always on point, fresh and delicious. I usually order the 3 tostones with the cheese on top and meet of your preference. I recommend this place always. The first picture of the food is at my house its a mix of the toston relleno with the chicken and rice and sweet plantains. The atmosphere here is lovely and my daughter was able to walk freely with cautious around the synthetic green grass.
… moreBlock
Food was very good as always. Rude waiter just lifeless if you don’t like your career do something else just ruins a great restaurant. I go the the other location once a week love it this location is like a cheap knockoff very disappointed also ordered soft drinks they gave us small plastic cups like what I would give a kid at a birthday party it makes a nice classy restaurant look like a cheap fast food spot mc donalds atleast gives you a lid very disappointing. If you want to try there food I suggest it just take out or go to the other location because if you go here for the first time you’ll probably never come back…
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