After church on an early Sunday, my wife and I opted to try this place out. We were initially made aware of this place during our initial orientation of the city while we were deciding on a relocation to the area. The guide pointed it out as a popular breakfast joint so we were eager to try it. Upon entering, the place looked cozy (ie tight space) but was around half full of diners. We were asked to seat ourselves. Once presented the menu, we ordered coffee and water before deciding what we'll order for breakfast. Having seen their menu beforehand, my wife ordered their sweet potato pancakes with tater tots and I ordered the Tri Omelet with spuds and wheat toast. Service was slooow, even though the place hadn't filled up yet. It took a while to get our coffee and much longer for our breakfast. My wife liked her pancakes which she couldn't finish and had to take home for a snack later. My omelet was good, although I would've preferred more bacon than ham. All in all, food was good but the slow service took away from the experience. Breakfast for 2 came to just over $41 with tip. read more

While coming in here - I wasn't surprised by anything - I also didn't get the coffee - water wasn't that great - but you get what you paid for - thanks again read more

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Been here a couple of years ago and we had to stop by again. Ordered the veggie omelette and platter waffle with eggs and sausage. Food was super comforting and service was excellent. Shout out to our server, Meg for another wonderful experience! The vibe in this place is always a good time. Employees are so friendly and you can tell they love working together. read more

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Corina was our server and what a joy it was to be served by her. She is warm and friendly and I think a PERFECT example of how to treat people. This was our first visit but it won't be our last...you just gained two new regulars. Corina made us feel like we were family. She was very helpful and yet not intrusive at all. She zipped around watching everyone and made certain everyone received a smile and a kind word. We walked in a bit apprehensive...we walked out thrilled....and did I mention that my waffle platter was awesome as was my wife's 3 egg omelette....you have to give this place a go...just do it! And thank you again Corina for making our day and for being so professional..... Guy and Elaine of Ocala Florida read more

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Good food most of the time, not the best place for a group (3+). It's tight, but if you like New York style hustle, this crowded joint is for you. read more

Service from the server was great but whoever was in charge or the owner is not a good person. I just wanted two hot dogs. I was told it was $5 for an extra hot dog. They bring me out one bun with two hot dogs on it (don't really see how that got confused but whatever) and I asked for a bun and got one, but after looking at my bill they charged me $3 for the bun. I wouldn't have even left this review if whoever was in charge would've came out and talked to me but they hid in the back the whole time the sweet server was trying to explain. They even told her to charge me extra for it. Do with this info what you will, but this tells me all I need to know about who's ever in charge of that place! read more

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Great, friendly service! Great small time diner atmosphere! Lots of options for vegans, gluten free folk, and meat eaters. My wife and I came with or meat eating son and in laws. Everyone found something delicious and creative! I had the slaw burger with a beyond burger and a gluten free bun. The waitress pointed out that the gluten free bun had dairy in it, which we don't mind, as I am vegan for health mostly. My wife had the GA burger which was delusions, and my son had the chili cheese fries without cheese and chili on the side. No problem with all of these special requests! read more

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We were passing through town and decided to give this place a try. The staff was friendly and the food was tasty. Great diner!

You know you're in the right place when you walk inside almost every table is taken and everyone looks at you and knows you're not local. Staff was so friendly. We were seated immediately and the smell of freshly made pancakes and waffles was overwhelming. Coffee was excellent and breakfast was even better. Thick Belgian Waffles with eggs, bacon and topped with blueberries. So good, I wasn't leaving anything on the plate. Classic diner with plenty of choices. Also offers a large selection of vegan and gluten free. read more

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My husband and I love this diner. It's our go-to breakfast spot when we go out. All the employees are so friendly and welcoming. It's a great restaurant. No booths, just tables and chairs. Really good food and coffee. I highly recommend going here! read more

Love supporting locally owned businesses. They had a great small town vibe. Fast service. Great food!

Great service the place was packed Lisa was a great server . Coffee delicious Juicy Lucy done just right Also paid $9 to pay it forward to our hero's read more

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Was told by my chiropractor across the street that the food is Very Good! She was right on, what we call a Hidden Gem, coffee was nice and hot and fresh and service on point! read more

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This used to be one of my favorite spots in Ocala -- the food is still excellent. The cheeseburgers are the best in town and their gluten-free fried chicken & waffles are outstanding. That said, the service has been disappointing lately. On a recent visit I planned to dine in and bring an extra meal to a coworker, but the fish sandwich couldn't be made gluten-free. I switched to a burger to-go, and the server told me they don't allow takeout orders from seated customers, so they'd have to bring it out for me to box. I ordered, tipped, and left feeling surprised by the policy and the interaction. I gave them another chance the next week, on a Monday, and sat for ten minutes at 1:00 PM with only three tables occupied while staff were rolling silverware with their backs to guests. I've worked in restaurants -- I get side work -- but that's usually done around busier shifts, not while customers are waiting to be welcomed. After waiting, I walked out. The food is excellent and keeps me coming back, but the front-of-house needs improvement. Simple fixes -- clearer takeout procedures, better guest greeting, or counter ordering during short staffing -- would make a big difference. I hope they address it because the kitchen deserves front-of-house service that matches the quality of the food. read more

It's certainly not fancy, but the food is great, the service is fantastic and the prices are reasonable. My wife found this place on Yelp, saw the high ratings and so we went for it. I'm glad we did. Our breakfast was delicious. Next we are in Ocala, we will eat here again. read more

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It was pouring rain when I ran into the Ocala Downtown Diner at 1:55 pm on a Sunday afternoon. I quickly realized that they close at 2 pm on Sunday and when I apologized to the waitress and told her I would leave, she assured me that it was no problem and I believed her to be sincere. I even offered to take my order to go but she told me to relax and enjoy. Enjoy I did.... I got an unusual burger called the Juicy Lucy. This burger was cooked to order and topped with Sauerkraut, Pickles, Juicy Sauce & Swiss Cheese ...it was really good! While my burger and fries were very good I have to say that the staff there was exceptional. They were all busy trying to clean and close up but they could not have been nicer or more welcoming. Good food, good ambiance, good service/staff = 5 stars for me. read more

Ocala's Downtown Diner - Juicy Lucy Burger - Diners Near Me - Ocala, Florida

Very old-time diner style, very friendly staff. Going for something a little different, we drove into downtown to give the Ocala's Downtown Diner a try. We both had the hearty breakfast: eggs, potatoes, toast, choice of meat and one had pancakes, one had biscuit/gravy. Not bad at all. Very quick service at 10 am. Not too crowded. II can see where parking could get tricky if it was slammed, but there were a few customers who walked up, so maybe not so bad. read more

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Loved the vibe of this diner! My boyfriend is vegan and gluten free. Finding restaurants that he can have options other than French fries is a challenging task. "Vegan or not. This is your spot". Service was great. Food came out fast. I got chicken Philly steak. My boyfriend got vegan gluten free breakfast burrito. My 14 year old son got cheeseburger, Fries, eggs, bacon, French toast. Everyone thought everything was delicious! Will be back again! read more

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Service is friendly, no complaints there. Given the raving reviews our expectations were set pretty high. Couldn't upgrade pancake to sweet potato, huh? Prices are misleading at best. Traditional breakfast anywhere else in the world of restaurants includes the potatoes, not here....$.99 extra. Would you like cheese with your scrambled eggs, sure $.99 and 2 slices of American cheese are slapped on top of your eggs. Biscuits seem microwaved to a rubbery texture. One pancacke was burned and the burned and hidden. Bacon is 90% fat (low quality). Everyone has different tastes, that's understandable, but $33 for mediocre at best is not acceptable to me. read more

Ocala's Downtown Diner - Cheese on eggs - Diners Near Me - Ocala, Florida

This is a quaint little diner with delicious food and friendly staff. We chose this place as we were traveling in the area and needed something with gluten free options and still have food that would appeal to my "regular food" husband. The gluten free selection was better than expected with breaded chicken, sweet potato fries and wraps. I had a grilled chicken sandwich on a gluten free bun that was soft, not gritty and didn't disintegrate. The staff was friendly, service was great and we enjoyed observing the interactions with the locals. We highly recommend this place! read more

Just stopped by with my family and aim having a fantastic meal. As a group we got two waffles, bacon, eggs, toast, and omelette, and washed it down with Coke products and a serving a milk. I loved my meal, and i wiped my plate clean. We're nearing four empty plates, and four smiling visitors. The service was fast and friendly, and our food was served hot and quick. The place is rather full but their managing the customers well and no one has been forced to stand or wait in the door. Also the conversation is mild and other families have shared smiles as they passed by. Erin has been amazing and I'd be happy to sit in her section again. I've been so impressed with my experience I've hardly looked around. Food is Fantastic. Also our youngest was given crayons and a menu to color on. Overall I'd say 10/10 and I'd be happy to visit again. Thank you! read more

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Stumbled onto this little gem in Downtown Ocala. Staff were amazing and the food was delicious. Good variety for all types of diets.

It's one of the few spots in Ocala with vegan options which makes this an awesome choice. They've got a FULL vegan menu with loads of options. The place gets pretty packed but overall service was considerably good. It's a no frills type of diner. You're not going cause it's cute and vibey. You're basically going because you're hungry and the food is good. It's also a short walk from "Downtown Ocala" if you need to walk your hashbrowns off. read more

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Great for good Ol' southern breakfast. Can't beat it. Always a good place on a Saturday morning.

Amazing food amazing ppl omg the food delicious too bad we don't have anything like this in Houston nothing comes close

Came here on a trip from Indiana and was amazed at the prices as they weren't too bad and the staff were friendly. The food was great. I recommend trying them! read more

Loved the food, great prices, friendly server. We will return the next time we are visiting Ocala. I especially loved the Biscuits and Gravy! Yum!!! read more

I came here with my Dad after a hair appointment. We wanted breakfast somewhere different and for the 10+ years my Dad lived in Ocala we never went here. It was really good. Everyone was very friendly and took our order right away. The place was cute and cozy, kinda retro. The menu was awesome, there were so many different options and for all kinds of diets out there from vegan, vegetarian, to regular diets. I would definitely recommend going here and the next time I visit my Dad I will suggest coming back. read more

Amazing atmosphere. Amazing service. Amazing food. The patrons and staff were kind and friendly, and it gave off a very homey vibe. I felt like I was at a reunion with family. I truly can not get enough of this place. I'm a vegetarian and usually struggle to find options. This place has two menus, one dedicated entirely to people who are vegan and gluten-free, meaning I had so many options available. Was a little tricky deciding haha but I plan to come back many times to try it all! They have both impossible and beyond "meat" It's truly one of the best places I've ever been in terms of inclusivity for plant based eaters, and the food is to die for! I can't recommend this place enough, whether you don't eat meat or you do, you need to try this place!!! read more

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We traveled 45 minutes to try this Diner. There's nothing impressive about the decor, and the place is small, but the food was delicious. I had scrambled eggs, delicious, sausage, and a delicious biscuit with French toast. The spuds were Yum. My wife had the chicken and waffles, which was superb! We will definitely be back! read more

You know the food is good when you walked into a diner and there is a table of 6 police officers having their breakfast. So I was in the right spot. I sat at their bar since I was alone and the place was 75% full so I didn't want to steal a table away from anyway. Service was quick to come over and ask what I would like to drink, offering a water to go along with it. My server also quickly asked me if it was my first time in which just told me that they have a lot of regulars. I took my time to review the menu and told my server that I would let her know when I was ready so that she could take care of the other patrons without worrying about me. They have an early bird special if you're their before 8am that was perfect for me to take back to the hotel for Ben. I got the sausage, mushrooms and cheese omelet. It was more than enough food and I ended up taking just a little shy of half of it back with me. The omelet was stuffed with the toppings and very tasty. Everyone you want in an omelet. read more

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Nooo! You cant simply upgrade pancakes from plain to sweet potato!! What a backwardsass damn joke!!! read more

This is a really great local spot for some delicious breakfast food. Came here on a whim and will absolutely be coming back. Our waitress was friendly and the place was buzzing! I ordered the breakfast burrito which was a home run and would absolutely recommend this option for the burrito lovers. My husband got their pancakes and loved them! Ocala's Downtown Diner is your typical diner atmosphere with great flavored food and top notch service. Definitely check them out if you are in the area! read more

This little diner is dynamite! Found it after visiting the Ocala Hospital, and what a welcoming place. The service was warm and inviting, the food was varied including veggie and vegan options, and delicious, hot, fresh, and well made. After almost a month we visited again and the waitress remembered me and asked after me. That's the way to build regular customers! I had the not your momma's burger which was excellent, and we have had eggs and breakfast potatoes that were also perfect. I can't wait to go back and try more of what they offer! Highly recommend! read more

Service was great,and food was just okay. The sausage gravy didn't have much flavor and I'm not a fan of deep fried home fries. The biscuit was good but definitely a bit dry without gravy. read more

After leaving the Ocala Downtown Market, we were looking for a good place to eat. We stumbled on this place by chance. Even though they looked very busy, they had a full complement of waitstaff that made dining a seamless process. The food was delicious and the staff could not have been nicer. My only regret was that the food was so good, I had no room for the list of baked goods available. Looking over at other tables, the burgers were huge, The platters immense, but everything looked delicious! They even had an option to buy a gift certificate to pay it forward for local first responders! Bravo! read more

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Food is alsome service is great. The waitress is a very polite, clean family owned, and operated here in Ocalla.

Good local diner. Stopped in for breakfast while in town. Service is good, friendly and efficient. Not fancy and they are not trying to be. All the breakfast staples were good. Would definitely go back. read more

This review is NOT about the food at the Ocala' Downtown Diner. It is about the staff. I was doing a business meeting in Ocala's, FL. The Owner said we would all meet every morning at 06:30 AM for breakfast at the Ocala' Downtown Diner. So, I was there at 06:15 AM. I asked if they had a party of 10 coming in and was told NO. I call the host, asked if I was in the right place and he said no. The place name was not even close to Ocala Downtown Diner. I apologized to the staff member and on my way out, she said, "Would you like a coffee to go on the house?" I was going to a competitor's place and they are offering a coffee to go. Who does that today. NOBODY. So this review, from a Yelp reviewer is to tell my story and say, "Thank you to the Ocala Downtown Diner. More places need to be like you. Eat well, drink well and stay healthy. read more

We loved our lunches. My husband is vegan and they have a wonderful vegan menu. He had the Philly cheesesteak. I had gluten-free pancakes which were fluffy and delicious. The prices are also very reasonable. We'll be back! read more