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Big Hammock Brewery is NOT a BREWERY, nor is it a big hammock. What it is, is a brew pub with what looked like some scrumptious food. Unfortunately for me I was looking for a brewery experience and Big Hammock is not that. They do have a good amount of local craft beers on tap which is a definite plus. They just didn't have any of their own beer. Maybe they are brewing, but if they are not, they should change the brewery in their name to brew pub because the name is definitely misleading. It is really awkward making this review, because I really did not get the full experience. I walked in, looked around, checked out the beer menu, asked if they had any of their own beers. When that answer was "no" I left. The end.
We visited in December '24 and have this on the top of the list for our 2025 visit! The brews are interesting and delicious. The staff are super chill and the food is amazing! It was packed when we were there, but we were able to find 2 seats at the bar, which was perfect. We got to watch the short order magic happening in that tiny kitchen. Because we got to watch the food prep, we ended up ordering several dishes to split. I'd call it Asian fusion. We had a ramen bowl, some bao buns. It's a nice vibe. Murals on the wall, and doors that roll up for inside/outside service when the weather is nice. They do offer food takeout, so if you can't find a seat, have a beer while they put your food together to eat at home.
It's our second time in Ocala and we remembered this place from three years ago. Glad to be back. We came on a Thursday which was $12 ramen! We got this and paired it with a 3 Son's and Bold City Duke's Brown beer. Drinks were so delicious and paired well with our shoyu ramen. Shout out, Andrew for being server and literally running the floor. Can't wait to come back!
Definitely go here and order the special. If the special doesn't sound appealing my go to is the con you bing scallion pancake or the ramen with pot roast. I came here to say the mahi specials was THE BEST MAHI I have ever had in FL. It was cooked to perfection served over succotash and the sauce was a delicious coconut lime. Big Hammock also has a good rotating draft list and also feature some of their own brews. Check this place out!
By all means not traditional pho, but hey if that's what you're going for then blame yourself for going to a brewery in Ocala! When approached as pho-inspired but very much its own thing, it was delicious. We loved the bao, and my husband's pot roast sandwich was super yummy. They had some interesting brews on tap. I will say not a huge selection if you're into darker beers, porters, and stouts. But IPAs, sours, and ciders, they've got you. Service was friendly and fast. Cozy atmosphere. Great location.
First impression of the place: it felt like a brewery had taken over a small comfort food joint. Right off the bat, my small dog was denied entry by management, even though they offer an outdoor patio for pets and humans. Unfortunately, it was a bit chilly for that today. Inside, the tight open kitchen gave us a glimpse of the grilling action alongside a few pots and pans. The host was very friendly, offering us tastes of their craft brews. Both the Unforeseen Creatures (5% ABV) and the Destihl Apricot (6% ABV) were well-balanced and tasty sours. The prices of the beers were incredibly reasonable, too. I appreciated the easy-to-read beer ledger on the wall, clearly displaying ABV percentages and prices.
I'm so happy that I decided to stop by...here's why (and it's a true story): I had just ordered some food from another place in Ocala and when they told me it was going to take about 25 minutes, I figured I'd stop in to Big Hammock for a quick beer. I was expecting it to be a brewery with all their own beers but what I got was even better. While I don't believe they do make any of their beers, they did have a great selection to choose from. I was dead set on having one beer and leaving but once I saw the menu I quickly decided to ghost the other place I ordered from (I know--party foul ). The menu was filled with Asian-inspired dishes like bao buns, ramen, and scallion pancakes which is not something I've seen in Ocala but was very welcome, indeed. Alas, I didn't order any of that but instead ordered the highly recommended special of the night which was a Thai basil inspired beef and rice dish served with green beans and OMG. The beef was tender and flavorful, the rice was soft sticky perfection, and the green beans were perfectly cooked. The dish itself was a flavor bomb with a soft heat that built up to a climax that definitely required some water and made me sweat a little....but damn, it was delicious. The best part of all was how excited the team was for me to eat their food! The service was top-notch and pure love. Nothing makes me feel better about dining somewhere than staff that actually believes in the menu and experience. Great job Big Hammock. Some practical stuff to note: this place is located in the heart of downtown Ocala but street parking is honestly a breeze here. The vibe is casual and I would say family friendly too. Totally my kind of place nonetheless considering they had the dog show on! Overall--I've said enough--it's obvious, Big Hammock Brewery is a must-try!
Big Hammock is a nice small shop near the square in Ocala. I would call this more of a taproom and Ramen shop than a brewery, as Big Hammock usually only has one or two on their menu. I have been here before, but this time I was focused on getting Ramen,. When I asked Andy if I should have regular Ramen or the dry Ramen (forget name right now) and he told me it was $9.99 Ramen night (Thursday) so he would order the regular Ramen if he was me. The Ramen is not the best I have ever had, but it is sold. Even more so considering a place like Ocala is not where you expect to find a decent bowl of Ramen. Andy Made Me Do It IPA was also very tasty and I appreciated their beer. In a previous trip, I was more underwhelmed. This time much better. I want to go back and try the pancakes and the bao buns.
Think of this place as an outstanding Ramen house with a great tap list that also happens to brew a beer or two. We had a sampling of potstickers, bao buns, and ramen and everything was great! The ramen was definitely the star of the show though! The emphasis was strongly on the MEAT, making for some of the most filling ramen I've ever had! (Vegetarians don't fret, they also have excellent vegetarian options) They have a very eclectic set of taps representing multiple styles from multiple breweries! I discovered a Tampa brewery (King State) that has become one of my new favorites: https://www.yelp.com/biz/king-state-tampa?hrid=ykXuvt4san3WHQ2SVbBHKw The only bummer is that they only had one of their own beers on tap and it was a brown ale, which isn't really my style these days. Absolutely worth a visit, give them a try!
The ramen, AMAZING! The service and beer, contentful and attentive. The ambiance, like a cozy cool spot that you can swing on in to have a bite and beer. I was on a date and it was great.
I usually dine in. Tonight I got ramen to go. It was busy because of the art walk on the square. I thought it would be a long wait, but my food was out before I finished my beer. Brought it home and devoured my pork belly ramen. I love big hammock. Food is so good and fresh. Even when they are busy, it's worth the short wait. For to-go orders, they package your broth separate from the noodles/egg/veggies. So nothing is soggy when you get home. They will give you to-go cups of yellow saracha sauce and red chili oil if you ask. This place never ever disappoints me and my belly is always warm and happy afterwards.
3 years ago
Big hammock has some of my favorite food. I love the cong you bing and the sandwiches. The ramen is also very good. They always have fast service and the beer selection is always great. It is a brewery so it can be loud sometimes but it's a great spot for a beer, meal and hanging out with friends. read more
3 years ago
Great food, great beer, great atmosphere, and great service. 100% It's definitely a place to visit when in Ocala. read more
2 years ago
Their Wiener Wednesdays are phenomenal. Creative recipes for all great tasting hotdog. The service is welcoming and the atmosphere is cozy. read more
3 years ago
2 years ago
So delicious. Zero complaints. Food, service and beer was amazing! One of our new favorite spots! read more
An anchor in downtown Ocala. parking is 5 bucks via app a block away. two rooms; one room a loud kitchen and bar area (range hood etc) and the other a much more quiet dining area. Not a huge brewery had maybe 4 of their own beers but their Tripel and hazy were good. working on a 10 gallon system can't expected dozens of beers. Super friendly and knowledgeable assistant brewer, Andrew who was happy share the business history and operation. They have a number of Florida craft on tap including offerings from swamphead, brew bus, dukes. Light lunch, the Cong you bing pancake was very tasty - like a quesadilla filled with pork butt, veggies and cheese - really nice. The pork belly bao buns weren't as successful; the bao was light and the pork belly good but didn't care for yellow siracha mayo which not only drowned any texture in a gooey mess but didn't care for the flavor profile. Lots of good looking other option passed by our table like gyoza and ramen bowls. Definitely worth a visit if in the Ocala area. read more
Who's coming with me?! This place is great, they serve deliciously cold brewed beers and amazing food! I love going to this place and seating along the indoor/outdoor bar seating area, that's open to the street. No matter where you sit, you will have someone serve you and if you get Andrew tell him I said "what's up" ha! He is amazing, he knows all the brewed beers and has great hospitality. Their beers are delicious, I had the SweetWater Mango Kush, an American Wheat beer. This beer is known for its flavor and smell, its light and refreshing with a fruity mango flavor. One of the most unique beers I have ever had, and it's tasty! Like the Mango Kush, I am sure all their beers are no different... delish. Now just bc they are a brewery, don't forget to plan to eat, the food is not your average brewery food! I ordered: * Hot Pretzel ($6): Soft pretzel served with yellow mustard. Add Beer cheese for $2. Great Pretzel and I would advise you get the beer cheese! Yummy! ...Andrew suggested dipping the pretzel in the Ramon, which I will try next time :D (pretzel didn't last that long #BeerCheese hehe) * Ramen Bowl ($13): Ramen noodles, Enoki Mushrooms, Bok Choy, Bamboo Shoots, Nori, Soy Marinated 6-minute egg, and your choice of a Protein and a Broth: Protein options: Braised Pork Belly, Marinated Chicken Thigh, Slow Roasted Pork, Pot Roast, or Tofu. Broth options: Shoyu (Soy Sauce flavored with blend of chicken and pork broth), Spicy Shoyu (Soy Sauce, sriracha, chicken and pork broth), or Miso (Fermented Soybean paste with garlic, sesame oil, and ginger). For my Ramen I chose Braised Pork Belly and Spicy Shoyu, omgaaa it was amazing! The pork belly was cooked to perfection, so tender and lean, I wish I had added extra protein for $3 (since it was so delish) and the spicy broth was about a 6 on scale of 1-10 for spiciness, which was perfect, allowing you to taste all the ingredients in the broth without overwhelming your taste buds with heat. There was so much delicious flavor with this Ramen, I am craving it now just talking about it! If you haven't tried Ramen or have, this place is a must! The restaurant is clean/great decor, has fast service, friendly hospitality, amazing food, tasty cold brewed beers, and it's convenient, since it has the outdoor bar seating area making it great for a quick cold beer but I would strongly suggest you plan to eat here, or you will be missing out. Their menu consist of a variety of Appetizers, Rice Bowls, Salads, Sandwiches, and sides, making it a great place for friends, singles, couples, and families, so plan to stop by and grab me a Ramen bowl if I don't see you! :D read more
Super friendly bar crew and several vegan options for those who need it (like my wife). It's a lively atmosphere but not too rambunctious. Just fun.... I started with a great home brewed hazy ipa which I thoroughly enjoyed. read more
I found Big Hammock Brewery on my trip to Ocala, and there are only positives to my experience. Service was attentive, and my order came out correct despite the numerous requests I made to alter it. A unique part of this brewery is they specialize in Asain cuisine, like Ramen, bao, and dumplings. This differs from the usual hamburgers, nachos I see from other breweries. I ordered the ramen, which tasted authentic and well-made. They are not afraid to make it spicy! Overall, I had a wonderful dining experience at Big Hammock Brewery, and definitely reccomend going here for anyone in Downtown Ocala. Good stuff! read more
5 years ago
Cold rainy days in Ocala calls for hot ramen at @bighammock_brewery - make sure to ask for that golden siracha *shoyu pork belly ramen *miso pot roast ramen *pork belly bao buns The place has great vibes, nice to eat at the counter and watch them cook your food. Also brews their own beers which is a win in my book! read more
On a day trip to Ocala today and stopped in for lunch. We received a smile and friendly greeting upon entering. The service was great. We had wedge salad and scallion pancakes with pork butt as the protein. Both were large portions and very tasty. The space is very clean and well lighted. It was nice to sit near the chefs and watch them prepare the food. We can tell the locals choose Hammock Brewery and Bites and wished we did not have such a long ride home. If not we would have sampled some of their options! read more
7 years ago
Well......Once again, 5 Stars for delivering exactly what they say they are going to deliver. Friendly service, fresh food, good beer selection. Also, unique menu items were a big surprise. There is definitely a big Asian influence in some of the items. There also are some hearty food choices to go along with the beer selection. I like that all the deli sandwiches are steamed first, unless otherwise requested. The Ramen broths are made daily. And a couple brewery tanks are on the way with a real brewmaster on staff. Small inside which is great to hang out and have a convo with friends or family. Outdoor options are available as well with a huge window that opens up to a hightop bar area. Everything was so good and the owners are excellent people. Say hi to Tim, owner, he'll be here a lot running food and greeting customers. Jen/Torrey are on staff as waitresses so you know service is going to be great. Chef Matt has put together a great menu with Tim and staff so come in and enjoy. Fun fact: BHB plates are made from fallen palm leaves and our cutlery, cups, and straws are made from corn syrup. They do not have a freezer or a microwave in the house. I bet most restaurants can't say that. I would drive from anywhere in Ocala/Belleview or 25-30 mins out to try this place out. See you soon at BHB!!! Good Knight Now!!! read more
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This place was my stop on the way out of Ocala after visiting for the day. I came out here to visit a few places including Silver Springs and I wanted to stop here to get a quick bite to eat before heading home. My waitress was really nice and I enjoyed the atmosphere it offered and from reading prior reviews, this place seem to be popular in town. I had maybe two of their most popular brews and I can't complain, the soft pretzel with beer cheese was just as good. I will definitely make this my "go to" place when visiting Ocala again. I really wanted to get out of the heat as it was sweltering walking around Silver Springs lol but I'm glad I chose to come try this place out. When I travel, I like to find the best breweries around. This one is top notch! read more
I absolutely love Big Hammock! My husband and I always pop in during lunch time and it's never been disappointing. The drinks are fantastic with a nice varied menu for all preferences, and the food is incredible! I love how the options are so different from what you would expect out of Ocala and literally everything I've tried has been delicious. The service is phenomenal and everyone we've interacted with inside has been so kind and welcoming! If you're in the area you absolutely want to stop by and enjoy yourself-- from the food to the atmosphere, it's always a great experience! read more
4 years ago
First time here. There were lots of nice food options. I had the ramen with vegetables, egg, chicken and spicy miso. Also if you're a vegetarian there are several vegetarian and tofu options. Beers were also good and the service was great. read more
4 years ago
Such a great place! Beers and cider was very good, the staff was super friendly and helpful. We had a slow roasted pork ramen and a veggie tofu ramen, roasted pork ramen was absolutely AMAZING! The veggie ramen was good just felt it need a tad more flavor. Still ate it all.Definitely returning and recommending to people read more
3 years ago
Where to begin... nice people, lovely location, food to die for. Comfortable, handicapped accessible, attentive staff. This place is a great addition to the local food scene. Plenty beers to choose from. The goyza are delicious, the ramen so good. Daughter had the veg dumplings, miso/tofu ramen; I had pork dumplings and pork belly/spicy ramen. So good! Portions are generous, come hungry. read more
5 years ago
Wow. This was just plain bad. I was hoping that Big Hammock would live up to the great reviews. We came on a Thursday at lunchtime. It was mostly empty. We sat at a high top table with a good view of the attractive decor. Loved the glass garage door and open ductwork. Our waitress was friendly and made a few suggestions. We ordered the Scallion pancake with the beer cheese dip. Let's just start here. Beer cheese dip does not belong with a proper scallion pancake - fortunately, this dry, limp, cold, tasteless pancake had the warm, seasoned and pretty tasty dip. Not wasting my carbs on this. We ordered the steamed bao with pork belly (I was really excited about these).... chilled bao with a sliver of unseasoned pork and a tiny slice of cabbage. No seasoning, no salt, no sauce... no taste. Ugh! A cold dry bao is a lot like swallowing a mouthful of cotton balls. There was sriracha on the table... even a generous squirt of it could not counteract the void of flavor of this sad cold bun. The ramen.... lest I forget the ramen... packaged dry noodles I can forgive... but the "insipid tepid liquid" it was in - I won't insult broth by calling it broth or soup, or even a sauce. It was brown warm water. I'm not being mean or devious with this review. Our waitress came to ask how we liked our meal- I clearly stated it was terrible, tasteless, and inedible. We were then greeted by the owner who we told the same. They did not seem surprised, apologetic, or concerned, and we paid and left 3 full plates. Save your money. Read an online recipe on how to make a scallion pancake- it's not too difficult, and you will enjoy it much much more. By the way, we had to go somewhere else for lunch we could actually eat... and it was pretty terrific. You can read that review later. read more
4 years ago
3 years ago
If you find yourself near Ocala check this place out! We where around town for the day and happen soon this place here on yelp and I'm SO glad we checked it out. The beer is priced right and the food is delicious. It's a fun mix of Japanese and bar food and the smaller menu is still full of charm and something for anyone. The brewers own beer list is small because it's a small brewery but there are plenty of beer options. I wish I lived closer I'd be back all the time read more
3 years ago
The location was great, a quick walk down from our hotel. They do serve beer on draft. You just look at the back wall. I think having a small menu helps the chef big time. I do like the fact that you can watch the chef prepare each meal. Our server was this cute old gal. She was full of jobs and kept the lunch light. Thank you! read more
4 years ago
My pineapple cider was great. The ramen was very salty though. I would recommend getting the miso broth instead of the soy-based broths if getting ramen. Otherwise, good atmosphere and great service! read more
Oh, yes!!! It's good!! We kept hearing and seeing things about this place so we decided to try it out at lunch. We ordered the bao buns with pork belly and a delicious cabbage and dressing. My husband ordered the ramen noodle bowl with chicken. He really enjoyed it. I ordered the mandarin salad. Very fresh and crisp. We will definitely go back to try other things. read more
5 years ago
A tiny 5 Star establishment! I'm here in Ocala for the 2nd week and finally got a chance to explore the food scene. I'm glad we landed here. It's small but we were able to walk right in and find a seat for a party of 3. The vibe was laid back but mature. Lots of beers to choose from but that's not what we came for. We ordered Ramen and Bao Bun deliciousness! The buns were steamed nicely lol but the star of the show was the Ramen. The picture is nice but the flavor profile of the Ramen broth is very very good and nothing beats trying it for yourself. I could eat this a few days in a row easily. Great char on the pork belly and pork butt. A real depth of flavor situation going on here. Myself as well as my coworkers will be back! read more
We went at 5pm on a Tuesday night. It was slow but still had a really friendly welcoming vibe. We sat off in a corner table with fun pillows to soften the wooden bench. They have a board listing the beers that can't be seen from the table so it was a little awkward getting up to pick. I couldn't decide so, great news, they bring you a sample to make sure you get what you want. Bingo! I liked the first sample of Florida Lager! It was tart, cold and flavorful. A great start! We ordered three appetizers to share. 1. Potstickers - normally plain filling but these packed a flavor punch and with the sauce they got even better. 2. The Buffalo chicken steamed buns were amazing. They use the most tender thigh meat, the sauce had just the right amount of heat and the steam buns were soft and chewy. 3. The cong you bing is definitely my favorite! Scallion pancakes with pot roast, mushrooms, onions, and melty cheese! Absolutely delicious. This is a gem in our community. I highly recommend. read more
5 years ago
Super nice waiter, good atmosphere and cool menu - also serves wine, so nice for us non beer drinkers! Beer lovers enjoying themselves! read more
7 years ago
Digging this place. The people here are very friendly and the food is good! We absolutely love the rotating beer selections and the awesome diversity of beer styles. The nod to historic Silver Springs is pretty cool too. We have been there several times and are looking forward to going back again soon. Super convenient to park in the free parking garage and then walk one block and boom. You're enjoying a cold craft beer! Great job! read more
6 years ago
Wow. We plan road trips off the beaten path to support local businesses in small towns. Normally, we find solid spots. This was not solid - this was freaking stellar. Only one home brew on tap but the others were a well rounded collection from Florida brewers. However, forget the beer. Come for the food. Super small menu but man, they did each thing incredibly. Best of the bunch: stuffed scallion pancakes, ramen with pot roast and the pressed pork sandwich. The ramen was the best we've had since living in DC. Well rounded broth that could stand on its own. All of the staff were wearing masks and were super friendly. So glad we made it our stop this trip! read more
6 years ago
My first time here & it was great! Delicious food, good beer & Andrew was just plain awesome. The whole staff was attentive and friendly. We'll be back fa sho. p.s. YOU HAVE TO GET THE STEAMED BUNS!!!! read more
3 years ago
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103 SE 1st Ave
Ocala, FL 34471
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