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Hiatus Brewing

4.3 (62 reviews)
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Open • 12:00 pm - 8:00 PM

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Thai pizza
Misty M.

A seriously adorable little brewery in the perfect stop for us on our way home from Hart Springs. We stopped by on a rainy afternoon and were delighted by the inventive menu with tons of new favorites. The Thai pizza was absolutely delicious, with a creamy peanut butter sauce drizzled on top and perfectly complimented with a juicy hoppy IPA. The kids had a great time playing their variety of games and drawing on the giant chalkboard wall. While it was an early afternoon, it was clear that the brewery hosts a variety of evening events, including trivia and music. If we lived closer, we would definitely come back and visit again!

Beer Flights
Richard L.

Been open 6 years and I just discovered Hiatus. Was just expecting microbrews but the pub food was awesome. I highly recommend the Pretzel Bites and Wings. We went with 5 ounce beer flights to discover our favorites. Tyler the bartender was very informative and helpful. I shall return.

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Amanda F.

I've driven by this place a few times and I finally had a chance to stop by and check them out. It just happened to be July 4 and it was pouring rain. I ran in and sat at the bar. There was about five or six people inside, but the place filled up as time went on- with every bar seat taken by 8 PM. Taylor, the bartender, was super nice and helpful. He gave me the food menu and let me know that the kitchen closed before bar closing time. They had a weekend special of a fried bologna sandwich, but I went for the pretzel bites. I also had a flight of beers; they basically let you have as many as you want and they're all the same price. I really enjoyed the black IPA. I had quite a few mini beers. There was really only one that I didn't like. It was their beertini, which was a riff on a gin martini and it even came with olives. Some people like it, but it just wasn't my style, which is weird because I actually like gin, and martinis and olives. The local crowd was awesome. I talked to everyone at the bar. They were very welcoming. They have a mug club, which has a six month waiting list. There's a limited amount of mugs and prior mug club members have priority to reenlist before new members are inducted in. Each year the mug is different and has a number on it so you know which one is yours and you keep the mug there. Mug club members have special events throughout the week and they get either a larger poor than regular customers or the same poor at a cheaper price/discounted pours. Mug club membership is $140 a year. They also have access to new brews before the general public. They have trivia on Thursdays and that books up fast, so you need a reservation for that. Very cool locals bar and super welcoming. I will definitely come back.

Chicken Tacos
Janelle O.

Came here for the first time on the day after Christmas and it was SLAMMED! I felt so bad for the waitstaff because it was a full house with only 1 bartender, 1 busser and 1 chef. Took a good while to get our food but they were super apologetic and kind. Hopefully they can have more foresight on staffing for busy days! The chicken tacos had great flavor and were super affordable. I felt like there should've been more meat in the shells but otherwise very tasty :)

The bar.
Richard H.

What a place. Our second time here as a great dinner spot on the way home from Atlanta. Had the "Everyday is Saturday " and "They Call Me Baltastic" (a Kõlsch and a Porter) with dinner. I had the Thai Flatbread and my companion the Smoked Wings with Lemon Pepper rub for dinner. All were top-notch. The bartender was both professional and friendly. They were patient as we hemmed and hawed through both menus! Two "thumbs-up " A must stop if you are passing through, and for those lucky enough to live in or near Ocala, a great addition to the craft brew rotation! Go! Now!

Maria C.

Very nice atmosphere, clean, friendly staff, beer and appetizers were very good! I had the "everyday is Saturday", we ordered the nachos, pretzel bites, and hamburger pizza. All great!

Mari H.

Leave it to Ben to find a way to get in a brewery while visiting his mother. Not far from their new house in Ocala is this small, vibrant brewery. They have a list of different beers that they make but they also have guest taps with ciders and drinks for those who want something different. This was great for Ben's mom as she enjoys ciders. Mostly on tap were CiderBoys, which is a great brand/brewery. They also have food but we were just coming from a late lunch. They are also listed on Craftapped. It is an app you can sign up for that gives you 10 BOGOs per month. Ben signed up in January when it was on a special for the year for only $10.00. That is insane and Ben has gotten his money out of it a few times over again already. We used it during our visit (especially since this is so far from us) so two beers for the price of 1 is always a great deal. He got Hiatus Pink Boots Blend 2021 and Still Hazy After All These Beers. I can see this being a stop in our future when visiting his parents as it's less than 2 miles from their house.

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4 months ago

This place Rocks! Tyler is great! Food is good. Grill cheese with bacon is my go too. Like this place alot! Only a mile or so from my house.

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The beer was good and the staff was friendly. The food was good with several vegetarian options . Highly recommend.

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Great craft beer in Ocala. There are a few standard offerings but always something new to try.

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Neat little brewery with some good beers. They have a small kitchen, but they have daily specials.

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Good selection of beers. Service was great. Nice environment to hang out and have a few craft beers. Family friendly.

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Great laid back place. We had a great server and the food was outstanding. I'll be going back soon.

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Food is excellent and the brew master makes some excellent beers. They have a few regulars and some great seasonal brews.

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Service was ok. Food, not so good. Beer was just ok too.. probably won't be back. I don't have much more to say than that .

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Ask the Community - Hiatus Brewing

Do you sell home brew ingredients? Such as grain, extracts, hardware?

We do not. Closest recommendation would be OG Homebrew Supply located at 125 NW 23rd Ave #4, Gainesville, FL 32609.

Are Dogs allowed?

Due to our food license, only registered service animals are allowed in the tap room. We do have outside seating available for guests with furry friends.

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Review Highlights - Hiatus Brewing

“'Rita'. Our dinner starter was Skillet Nachos with added chicken topped with awesome home-made”

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Came here on a Saturday while stumbling around Ocala FL. Infinite Ale Works is located inside…read moreMidtown Station which is kind of like a food hall. On this visit they had about 4 of their brews on tap. I got the West Floridian Christmas which is a Belgian spiced quad 8.9% ABV. It was sweet, but quite delicious. I like the concept, but this location does not seem optimal and the limited amount of their own beer on tap was disappointing. Still a cool spot. Hope the business picks up. We were here on Saturday around 5:00 pm. I would imagine they get busier in the evening, but they close at 10pm on a Saturday night so well, there is that.

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A great place to relax, enjoy quality craft beer, and soak in a fun atmosphere…read more Swamp Head Brewery delivers much more than great beer. The brewery has a welcoming, laid-back vibe, plenty of seating, and a unique setting that celebrates both Florida culture and international soccer. Watching the Ecuador match surrounded by flags from around the world made the experience even more enjoyable. The beer selection is impressive, and the tasting flight is a fantastic way to explore different styles before choosing a favorite. Every beer I sampled was fresh, flavorful, and clearly crafted with care. Whether you enjoy light, refreshing pours or something more complex, there is something here for every palate. The staff was friendly, the atmosphere was lively without feeling crowded, and the overall experience was excellent. If you're in Gainesville and appreciate good craft beer, a welcoming crowd, and a relaxed environment, Swamp Head Brewery is definitely worth a visit. I'll be back to try more of their beers.

Holy crap, how have I not reviewed Swampy yet???? We discovered this place via Yelp when we were…read morestaying at a nearby hotel, when we first moved to Ocala. When we lived in Broward, we would go to the local breweries all the time so we were excited to stumble across this place. We actually never heard of Swamp Head prior to coming here. I cannot count how many times we have been here but I know it's more than 20 times. The staff is usually very personable, friendly, and attentive. We did visit a lot more when we were new to the area but visit only about once every 3-4 months when in Gainesville. We used to bring our dog and were scolded by a staff member because she was barking at another dog nearby so we stopped bringing her. Meanwhile, dogs bark all the time in there and kids are running around screaming more often than dogs barking. So that kinda turned us off. I do not drink beer anymore but when I did, I loved their Czech themed beers and every once in a while, they had some rotating flavors that I thoroughly enjoyed. Every once and a while I will order a beer and do some extra insulin but it has to be special. This place is always busy, except if you get there earlier during the weekdays. There is plenty of outdoor seating and most times there is a food truck. They have so many events so follow their pages on social media to plan accordingly. The inside is pretty spacious but gets crowded. The prices are okay but surprisingly enough, we have had their beers cheaper at other bars in the areas. You can purchase beers and growlers to go as well.

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We came here with group of friends, and honestly the concept is sooo good! Ramen + beers sound like…read morethe perfect combination! We loved the cozy vibe of the place and our server was absolutely wonderful. Unfortunately, the ramen left a lot to be desired. I ordered the miso ramen and the broth was honestly like drinking water, completely bland and with almost no flavor. I tried the ramen my friends ordered as well, and unfortunately, none of them had much flavor either. The shoyu had the most flavor out of the ones we tried, but even that one was still missing something. Our server was amazing, though. She offered to change my bowl, but since I had already tried the other ramen options, I decided to keep it. She brought me soy sauce and spicy oil, which definitely helped. I also tried the pork gyozas and unfortunately they weren't the best I've had. I probably wouldn't come back for the food, but I'd definitely stop by for a beer if I'm in the area. They had some really interesting options and they were nice and cold!

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This place is so good. Ambiance is perfect. You enter to a pick you poison kind of situation. Do…read moreyou want to be cozy comfy, or do you want the biergarten? Two completely different spaces. I, of course, chose cozy comfy. I'm a sucker for a big comfy couch at a place that has board games and hot food. So we found a nice little corner, settled in, pulled out the games, and started ordering. Service was excellent. There were some very helpful servers that checked in on us at the perfect frequency. Not absent, not hovering. So the drinks kept flowing all day long. Speaking of drinks, my girlfriend was pleased with their beer selection. I was pleased that they had a few cans of NA beer/cider. And they were pretty good! The Orlando area is finally catching up with the rest of the world and starting to show up with some good NA options. Overall, this is an excellent place to kill a few hours and get some quality time in with quality people. Come here.

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