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Diner's Choice Award 2024

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Covey Kitchen + Cocktails

A Top Gainesville Restaurant Near UF

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Indulge in Floridian-inspired fare at one of the top Gainesville restaurants, our own Covey Kitchen + Cocktails at Hotel ELEO, featuring a seasonal menu. Covey's hand-crafted cocktails have earned rave reviews (and many Instagram posts), and the bar features impressive wines and award-winning local beers.

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In 2022, the restaurant earned a coveted spot-on Yelp's Top 100 Restaurants in the USA. The elegant culinary experience starts with complimentary valet parking. Our onsite dining restaurant offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner seven days a week, and indoor and outdoor seating is available all year.

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Your Table Is Ready—And So Is the Valet

Complimentary Valet Parking From the moment you arrive, your dining experience at Covey Kitchen + Cocktails is seamless. Enjoy free valet parking for all guests, making every visit effortless and enjoyable.

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Florida-Inspired Cuisine

Florida-Inspired Cuisine & Craft Cocktails Our menu celebrates American favorites with global influences, highlighting fresh seasonal ingredients from Florida. Pair your meal with Covey’s craft cocktails, a curated wine selection, and local award-winning beers. Join us on Wednesdays for live jazz music—a local Gainesville tradition.

For more information, please call us at 352-565-3536.

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​ Hours of Operation

• Kitchen: Daily, 7 AM – 9 PM
• Brunch in Gainesville: Saturday & Sunday, 7 AM – 2 PM
• Bar: Sunday – Monday, 7 AM – 11 PM
• Live Jazz: Wednesdays, 6 PM – 8 PM

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Mother's Day Brunch

Celebrate Mother’s Day at Hotel Eleo with a brunch buffet, chef favorites, seafood displays, desserts & $19 bottomless mimosas.

  • Sunday, May 10 | 11am - 4pm

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Events

Holiday & Seasonal Dining Specials Celebrate in style at Covey Kitchen + Cocktails with chef-inspired menus for Valentine’s Day, Mother’s Day, Thanksgiving, and Christmas. Our Gainesville restaurant offers elegant dining experiences that make every holiday unforgettable.

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Live Jazz Music

Enjoy live jazz music every Wednesday while dining and enjoying hand-crafted cocktails. Covey Kitchen + Cocktails features the music of the Oak Trio and guest appearances from local bands and artists.

  • Wednesday: 6 pm until 8 pm