Bluegill – Seafood
This breezy waterfront landmark invites guests to kick back on a sprawling deck where the scent of the salt marsh mingles with the irresistible aroma of blackened shrimp and smoky grilled fish. The vibrant energy of live local tunes fills the air as platters of crispy seafood and cold drinks are shared under the glow of string lights, creating a quintessential coastal escape that feels like a perpetual summer afternoon.
1310, Southwest 13th Street, 32601 +1-247-551-6065 https://bluegillqualityfoods.com/0Cuisine: Seafood
Price range: $$
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, high-protein, keto, low-carb, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, mediterranean, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, renal, tlc, volumetrics, zone, lectin-free, slow-carb, soy-free
Diet fit at Bluegill
Dairy-Free at Bluegill
Bluegill in Gainesville has 5 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Steak Frites, Marinated Octopus and Coconut Cream Cake. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at Bluegill
Bluegill in Gainesville has 3 gluten-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Steak Frites, Marinated Octopus and Swordfish. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at Bluegill
Bluegill in Gainesville has 17 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Scallop Ceviche, Fried Fish Sandwich and House Made Ice Cream. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
High-Protein at Bluegill
Bluegill in Gainesville has 3 high-protein-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Shrimp & Grits, Fried Oysters and Grilled Salmon. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Keto at Bluegill
Bluegill in Gainesville has 1 keto-tagged dish on its current menu, including Crispy Buffalo Cauliflower. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at Bluegill
Bluegill in Gainesville has 1 low-carb-tagged dish on its current menu, including Crispy Buffalo Cauliflower. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at Bluegill
Bluegill in Gainesville has 2 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Coconut Cream Cake and Market Greens. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegetarian at Bluegill
Bluegill in Gainesville has 6 vegetarian-tagged dishes on its current menu, including House Made Ice Cream, Beet Salad and Coconut Cream Cake. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
How tags work: Dish-level menu analysis by Chefi's rule-based diet engine with AI assistance; nutrition values are estimated from ingredients unless marked verified. Allergen and certification claims are never inferred.
What to order at Bluegill
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Beet Salad | 108.3 g | 44.5 g |
| Shrimp & Grits | 22.1 g | 32.9 g |
| Fried Fish Sandwich | 22.2 g | 32.8 g |
| Salmon Tartare | 20 g | 30 g |
| Pimento BLT | 57.4 g | 24.3 g |
| Steak Frites | 49.3 g | 24.1 g |
| Grilled Salmon | 0 g | 23.6 g |
| Crispy Calamari | 13.8 g | 16.6 g |
| Fried Green Tomatoes | 9 g | 16.4 g |
| Fried Oysters | 0 g | 16.4 g |
| Grilled Chicken | 15.9 g | 16.4 g |
| Smoked Fish Dip | 112.2 g | 14.2 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently closed
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Menu
Snacks and Small Plates
- Crispy Calamari - $16: Cornmeal dusted, buttermilk, jalapeno Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Smoked Fish Dip - $13: Hot smoked fish, corn chips, hot sauce Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fried Green Tomatoes - $12: Deviled egg mousse Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Crispy Buffalo Cauliflower - $13: House-made buffalo sauce, blue cheese, buttermilk Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, South-Beach Available at: dinner, lunch
- Conch Fritters - $13: Calypso sauce, lemon Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
Salads
- Tomato & Cucumber Salad - $14: Mixed greens, cucumber, tomato, pickled red onion, buttermilk, blue cheese Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Caesar Salad - $12: Romaine, crouton, parmesan, pickled red onions Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Market Greens - $12: Carrot, cucumber, tomato, pickled red onion, sherry vinaigrette Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Cholesterol, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- Beet Salad - $14: Mixed greens, pickled fennel, peanuts, pickled red onion, herbed yogurt dressing Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
Oysters and Chilled Seafood
- Oysters (1/2 Dozen) - $16: Raw, mignonette cocktail sauce Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fried Oysters - $16: Gulf oysters, tartar, lemon Dietary tags: High-Protein, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Marinated Octopus - $16: Red pepper aioli, potato salad Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, TLC, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Scallop Ceviche - $17: Cherry tomato, corn chips Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Gulf Shrimp Cocktail - $15: 5 jumbo gulf shrimp, cocktail sauce, lemon Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Salmon Tartare - $15: Lemon, avocado mousse, potato chips Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
Larger Plates
- Steak Frites - $39: New York strip, chimichurri, pommes frites Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Low-Sodium, AIP, Renal, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fried Chicken - $26: Pork rind breast & thigh, mac & cheese, broccoli Available at: dinner, lunch
- Grilled Chicken - $26: Herb marinated breast & thigh, mac & cheese, broccoli Available at: dinner, lunch
- Swordfish - $32: Spanish potatoes, saffron aioli, chorizo Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Slow-Carb, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Grilled Salmon - $30: Atlantic Salmon, risotto, baby carrot, green beans Dietary tags: High-Protein, Mediterranean, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Shrimp & Grits - $28: Gulf shrimp, tomato, cheddar grits, baby carrot, green beans Dietary tags: High-Protein Available at: dinner, lunch
Handhelds
- Blue Gill Burger - $16: UF ground beef & pork shoulder patty, bacon, pimento cheese, lettuce, tomato, brioche bun Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fish Tacos - $15: Two corn tortillas, crispy fish, cabbage lime slaw, avocado crema, pico de gallo Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fried Fish Sandwich - $15: Lettuce, tomato, pickles, tartar, choice of side Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Lobster Roll - $28: Connecticut style Maine lobster, drawn butter, lemon aioli, brioche roll Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Bird Dog - $14: Crispy buffalo chicken, buttermilk, slaw, brioche roll Dietary tags: Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pimento BLT - $12: Bacon, lettuce, tomato and pimento cheese, whole wheat toast Available at: dinner, lunch
- Shrimp Po Boy - $13: Blackened shrimp, coleslaw, red pepper buttermilk, jalapeno, brioche roll Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
Dessert
- Coconut Cream Cake Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Renal
- House Made Ice Cream: Rotating Specials Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
Frequently Asked Questions about Bluegill
- Is Bluegill dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. Bluegill has 5 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Steak Frites, Marinated Octopus and Coconut Cream Cake.
- What can I eat at Bluegill on a dairy-free diet?
- Steak Frites, Marinated Octopus and Coconut Cream Cake carry the dairy-free tag, out of 5 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does Bluegill have vegan options?
- Yes. 2 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Coconut Cream Cake and Market Greens.
- Is Bluegill gluten-free?
- 3 dishes are tagged gluten-free on the current menu. Chefi never infers allergen tags from a dish name alone, but a tag is not a certification — confirm preparation with the restaurant if you have celiac disease or a severe sensitivity.
- What is the highest-protein dish at Bluegill?
- Beet Salad, at roughly 44.5g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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