Stopped by District Bar and Kitchen for a late lunch/early dinner on a beautiful spring day. The temperature outside was pleasant and so my dining companion and I opted for lunch on their patio. We were on their bottom floor patio (which was lovely) but I did spy that they have a rooftop patio as well (what's not to love?!?). Everything from the food to the cocktails to the service was exemplary. For my cocktail I got their Old Colonel's Smoking Gun which was their twist on an old fashioned and was delightful. For my entree, I got their salmon entree. It's glazed and comes with a size of their crispy brussels and cheesy grits. The brussels were delish and their cheesy grits rank among some of the best I've had with sharp cheddar giving them the perfect flavor kick. The atmosphere was so pleasant. It's definitely the sort of spot you'll feel tempted to linger. Get to it! read more

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So much looked good on the menu it was hard to choose. Also all the food that was coming out looked delicious! Got the pepperoni pizza. It was nice and fluffy, crispy on the edges. Would definitely get another flavor to try next time. Got the honey chicken sandwich. It was big and flavorful. Not spicy. The fries are yummy. The burger had nothing special on it and tasted like there was no seasoning - only downside. Want to try their grits and fried green tomatoes next time! read more

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I have been wanting to come to District for a while now and based on the Yelp reviews, so glad I did make the choice to stop by. First off the restaurant has an amazing view being that it's a two story in the downtown Ocala area it definitely stands out. We sat on the first floor which was super casual and so nice with the breeze. Our waiter (don't remember her name) in addition to the waiter who took over, Pablo were very helpful. For starters, the cocktails. I ordered a spicy guava margarita which was super refreshing and delicious. It has a sweet but slight kick from the jalapeno and my rim was lined with Tajin. I really enjoyed this drink and would get again. For my late lunch, I went with the infamous District burger. This burger is huge! It comes with 2 quarter pound smashburgers, cheese, sweet heat pickles, garlic aioli, and caramelized onions. It was so good - I finally get to see what why it's a standout item. Every part of the burger compliments each other so well, from the juicy patties, the aioli, and sweet pickles. I ordered the chips as my side as I wanted to try them out and wow you can tell they are cooked in house. They're not greasy at all although I did have some burnt/darker chips in my batch. Overall, it was a great experience and service and I look forward to coming back to try out their brunch and other cocktails. read more

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Stopped here for a quick bite which was good bar food. They had all the regulars items so there is something for everyone. We sat upstairs and outside which was a nice vibe plus they had music. Love the singer Miranda Madison. She had a smooth silky voice singing old school classics which was amazing. I will definitely be back especially if she is there adding to the ambience. read more

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When today for lunch. Originally want to be seated in the outside loft but decided to be seated indoors. Our waitress was so nice! Our cocktails came out timely and were awesome. I had their garlic parmigiana wings and were delicious, My wife had their Pok Nacho and so good. Overall it was a pleasant experience. Looking forward to our next visit! read more

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Our bartender was terrific, he made great recommendations! The Chicken BLAT sandwich was delicious the house made sangria also quite tasty! My daughter had the hot honey chicken sandwich which she loved as well! Going back for sure! read more

Been here a couple of years and remembered the roof top bar, so we decided to give it another try. We walked in and requested to sit upstairs. The host said to walk right up the stairs. We got to the top and the host up there said, "ugh, you guys are coming up?" Took a deep breath and walked us to our table like we were interrupting her break. Thankfully, she wasn't our service. Javi, this place's saving grace was the opposite. He was very nice and friendly, and made sure our drinks were never empty. We got pints of the Guinness' and shared the Ruben sandwich. Food was excellent. Price was OK. read more

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We had a girls night! Arrived around 8pm unfortunately they had the upstairs outdoor area closed. So we sat downstairs. The hostess was super sweet and very helpful! Our waiter was patient and even got our checks correct! The food was sooo good! The pepperoni pizza was different than the last time but it still tasted good! The cheese curds were AMAZING! And the fries were crispy:) I ordered the rum drink in special it was $14, but it was yummy! read more

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Hostess and manager were very accommodating! We sat for 10 minutes without a server and they were dead; I subtracted a star for that alone. She also never really improved. BlackBerry margarita was great; cheese curds, fantastic!!! Burgers were juicy and chips and dip yummy. Server never checked on us and was hard to find. Thank God the food was good and the food runners helpful. read more

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The Chicken BLAT was fantastic as well as the Brussels. Good happy hour prices but meals were pricey.

We went on a Saturday afternoon. The restaurant was quaint and welcoming. The staff was friendly and attentive. They recommended specific dishes and beverages. The food was delicious as everything tasted fresh. The melody of flavors was refreshing and we plan on going back soon. Highly recommended! read more

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Consistently delicious food, attentive staff, and a beautiful ambiance that keeps us coming back and the people and nice hospitality read more

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Delicious food. Great atmosphere and environment. Our service wasn't the best this time. She seemed overwhelmed and we were charged for the birthday slice for my mom. Other than that, I think they have great chefs. This was my second visit, and the first visit was for a private event and it was all around great; therefore, I'd recommend. read more

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This is my second time here and this time it was for brunch on a Sunday. I was so hungry that I forgot to take photos. We sat on the rooftop. We split a burger and the hot honey chicken. Both were excellent. Our server was attentive and friendly. I also want to give a huge shoutout to the manager who put a tennis match on one of the TVs for us. She had to troubleshoot how to get it on the TV and we so appreciated that she took the time to get the match on for us! Whenever I'm in Ocala I will always suggest this as a spot for food and or drinks! read more

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Always searching for a roof top bar. There should always be a mandatory roof top restaurant in every downtown. It's only on the 2nd floor but I'll take it. It's September and it's beautiful outside. We set at the high top table along side the railing. There is a bar with TVs if that's what you prefer instead. The menu has a great selection. Nothing better than having them provide a Fall themed drink. I ordered the pumpkin espresso. My answer is always yes, in any way shape or form. 10/10. They also had a fall version of an old fashion that was so good that we had two. 10/10. Our food options.... Chicken wings dry rub-9/10 I do like how they have the option of dry rub or if you want it wet and then there's choices for that. The options are endless. Parmesan truffle fries with dipping sauce. 10/10 the fries are thinly sliced with the right amount of crunch. Cheesy grits-10/10. It was the perfect texture with the perfect amount of cheese. The best announcement yet... they have blueberry beer. Hard to find at any restaurant. This restaurant literally checks every box. This would be my number one recommendation in visiting Ocala. read more

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My brother- and sister-in-law raved about the burgers at District Bar and Kitchen, so we had to try them when we visited Ocala. The burgers were delicious and melt-in-your-mouth, and they were served with homemade chips and a very tasty aioli. We sat on the upper level of the restaurant with a nice view of the square below. The staff couldn't have been nicer. A great experience overall. read more

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Stopped here for lunch on way home from Tallahassee. Read the reviews and glad we stopped her. Very nice restaurant with a second floor and outside dinning on both floors. Very nice lunch menu with 4 items for $12. PERSONAL PIZZA,SINGLE SMASH BURGER, WINGS, OR SHRIMP TACOS . All Lunches Come with Choice of District Chips w/ Malt Vinegar Aioli, Side Garden Salad, or Side Caesar Salad. I chose the wings, (8) Jumbo Wings with Choice of Sauce or Dry Rub, carrots and celery sticks. Nice size and very good Started with the Garden salad. My buddy tried the SHRIMP TACOS (2), BLACKENED Jumbo Shrimp, Street Corn, Cotija Cheese, Pickled Red Onion, Wasabi Avocado Creme, Lime, and Cilantro on a Flour Tortilla. he really enjoyed it. Great choice for lunch. read more

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Oh they never disappointmaybe I'm a hater but Ocala definitely does not have a vast selection of good food... this place is always great. Whenever I'm in Ocala I want to go here. Also, all the bartenders and servers I've interacted with are super friendly. The rooftop is such a vibe especially when they have live music. I wish there was a place like this near me. read more

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Very cool place with great food and great people. Menu is American bar with quality ingredients. I ate the Mac and Cheese with chicken and truffle oil. Wow absolutely delicious and plenty of it so you can have delicious leftovers Ambiance with live music upstairs is amazing. Great experience tonight read more

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Loved the rooftop, great on a sunny day. Tried the district burger and truffle parm fries. Burger was a great basic burger, loved the fries. So much truffle in the dipping sauce! read more

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It was an excellent experience. The food items we ordered were presented in a fantastic way, and their flavor profiles were extraordinary. Top-notch service and sitting on the upper deck was highly satisfying. read more

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Not sure the girl at the hostess desk really even wants anyone to eat or drink there, her attitude is the worst, this has been the second visit where she has been very rude. read more

Love the place, menu and feel! Drinks are delicious - great bartender! And so many gluten free options...all delicious! Can't wait for patio weather - the outside dining area is so beautiful! read more

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This is a extremely good bar where food and service will not disappoint you! I highly recommend this place they have two floors and elevator. Bathroom was clean service was great and food was amazing. I sat upstairs in the second floor and they had a live singer who played the guitar. I loved the vibes. read more

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Tonight my husband and I came to watch the FSU or the UF game (and to drink, eat, and spend money) but the management and staff were so worried about a huge party that didn't show up. The way we were treated by staff (especially the hostess upstairs MaryAnn) was rude and dismissive. Why have a wall of TVs if you refuse to accommodate your patrons? Food and drinks took 30+ minutes and the *huge* party mentioned never showed up so it wasn't like the kitchen or the bar were backed up. Saturday night should be staffed appropriately. Come here if you'd like to waste your time. read more

Had dinner w the crew here on a weekday. It was a rainy day so it wasn't very busy. We went upstairs to the rooftop. It is covered. We were seated at the perimeter so unfortunately the sideways rain was getting to us, but it was off and on. The food was what I'd consider upscale bar food. For instance- I had the bourbon salmon and they actually asked me how I wanted my salmon cooked. Very nice! Service was great. Our server Kelsey was checking on us often. She kept our waters full and our drinks flowing. She mentioned she was the one who created the seasonal drink of the month. It was a banana cinnamon old-fashioned. It wasn't bad. I stuck with gin and enjoyed both of my cocktails. We stayed there about three hours, enjoying appetizer strength and dinner. The place got pretty full after a while. Everyone enjoyed their food. Parking is along the street and can get tricky when it's busy. I would eat here again. Bathrooms are clean. read more

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My third time at District Bar & Kitchen and it for the third time it's 5/5 Yelp stars. The atmosphere is so fun and our server, Daniel, was friendly and informative about the menu. Shoutout for him coming up with the concept of the blackberry grilled cheese, which is a newer item on their menu. It was a savory and sweet combination of goat cheese blackberry basil honey jam, mozzarella, and bacon on butter-toasted sourdough. I got the tater tot-chos, which was a MASSIVE sized appetizer that could feed at least four. My sister got her usual chicken B.L.A.T. and she said "this is the best chicken sandwich I have ever had anywhere." I usually never update my Yelp reviews but District Bar & Kitchen is different. I'll say it: DBK is the best restaurant in not only Ocala but Gainesville too. read more

First time there. Food was terrific. We had the burger special, the Reuben and the chicken sandwich. All were superb! The service great and the rooftop bar had lots of TVs for viewing as well as a decent historical location view. Give it a try! A word of caution, runs on the pricey side. read more

The food was great, and our server, Eric, was phenomenal -- very attentive, professional, and super friendly.

Very nice spot downtown. The burger was excellent, as well as the smoked old fashioned.

This is a staple when I come to Ocala. I was a little disappointed this time. I'm hoping it was an off day and not a chef change. The salmon with cheesy grits is my fave! Fingers crossed for a better experience next time. read more

It was a very limited menu and very expensive for what they did have. Just had the food, no drinks.

Maya, ya did good picking this place :) We were coming from Ocala Comic-con and needed a place to eat lunch before heading back to Jax. This place was about 20 mins away but reviews were awesome so we made the trip over. We were fortunate to find a parking spot half a block over because the area was packed. We walked over and walked in which downstairs was the bar area and a patio area. We told the hostess that we wanted to sit upstairs and she directed us to the stairs where they'd sit us. Up the stairs we went and the difference is night and day: open, lively, gorgeous views, and plenty of seating. They also had live music where the guy was playing some oldies. He was pretty good too. We sat close to the bar area which I really loved. The bar area had a dumbwaiter attached to it to bring up food from the kitchen downstairs. Hadn't seen one of those I think ever. Our server was great with recommendations since we didn't know what we had a taste for, just hungry. This is what we got: Salmon and Beet Omelet (Smoked Salmon, Goat Cream Cheese, Beet Relish, Mixed Greens, Sherry Vinaigrette, DBK Potatoes)- I honestly was surprised how tasty this was together. You have all the different textures mixed together while tasting a combo of the earth and the sea. I really enjoyed this. Shrimp & Grits (jumbo shrimp, red pepper chorizo cream sauce, cheezy stone-ground grits, grilled scallions)- looks like a small portion but after eating it he was content. The shrimp were jumbo and the grits were yellow. I tasted a shrimp and it tasted super fresh. Crème Brulee - his dessert. Very creamy and not overly sweet. Strawberry Layer Cake - my dessert. A simple layered cake with strawberry crème in between. I'm grateful that it didn't have a lot of icing because as an adult now it isn't as enjoyable for me. It was just the right amount. Lavender Haze (Wheatley Vodka, Lavender, Fresh Lemon, Blackberry) - pretty tasty Featured drink - I don't care for Old fashioned but I was sold on the puree and syrup added to it. The flowers within the ice made the drink oh so pretty. That was perhaps the best one I've ever had. Thanks for feeding us during our visit. Definitely will keep this place in mind when returning. read more

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The food, service and the atmosphere were fantastic! The drinks were outstanding and refreshing! We will be back!

The district burger has some of the best tasting meat I've ever had. And the breakfast burrito with tater totes and the flavoring used on top is the best I've ever had. And their Bloody Mary is in the top 5 for flavor and condiments. Loved being able to sit outside. Waitress Brianna was very helpful with our choices. Music not too loud, so you could have a decent conversation with your meal. Over all if I lived nearby, I could see this being a favorite haunt;) read more

Food was excelkent, served hot and quickly.. servers were very good. Only negative was the music was a little loud unable to carry on a conversation.. would recommend this restaurant. read more

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Good food and service. Good overall experience. Not a long wait at all for a table or food and drinks.

Server was great, very talkative. Ambience was nice although the music was quite loud. The food, seriously lacking. We ordered the cheese curds, pizza, and the cheese steak egg rolls. Egg rolls were really bland, the cheese curds were not traditional style at all but they were okay. The pizza tasted off as well. My husband and I both ended up getting serious upset stomachs (if you know what i'm hinting at) within a few hours. I'm not sure if it was just the cook that day or what. But I would not return here again despite the great reviews others have mentioned. read more

Great food and service as always. We love the new menu. The cheese curds are great as are the Philly cheesesteak egg rolls. The ambiance is lively and outside upstairs. read more

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Really fun roof top atmosphere and my drink was amazing ( I got the spicy guava Marg) but I was a little disappointed that my burger didn't come with any lettuce/ tomato/ onion. I should have paid more attention when ordering and would try this place again just get something else. Service was great and the live musician had a beautiful voice and perfect volume levels. read more