First and foremost I must say the food was delicious! Food was served within a timely manner and at the perfect temperature. Now as for the service we received we were not content. I would expect top notch service at a restaurant where you are going to spend a lot of $$$$. We did not receive the friendly intro to the restaurant where they ask if we've been there before and suggest plates and drinks . We didn't get any of that. The server was literally just there to take our orders and that's about it. The server never asked if we enjoyed the food. Basically a robot could of done the waiters job. Mixed feeling about this place. Hopefully next time the experience is completely different. read more

Stirrups - Corn appetizer - Steakhouses Near Me - Ocala, Florida

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Not sure why I keep going back I think because there's not a whole lot when it comes to high-end restaurants in Ocala. I guess I'm hoping the place will get better. I booked 630 reservations via OpenTable. Our party was traveling quite a distance to come in to have dinner. I got a notification asking me. Why did I miss my reservation at 6:30? I'm thinking to myself did I book the wrong day. no apparently stirrups has 6:30 AM reservations and 6:30 PM reservations and I guess I must've picked a.m. I called the restaurant in a panic explained to them we're 30 minutes from reservation time and I've got a party of six coming in from Jacksonville, Orlando and Ocala. I explained the situation and they told me unfortunately they were not going to be able to accommodate me because the restaurant was sold out. I could not be the first person to book reservations versus p.m. as normally restaurants don't have morning reservations. On the phone they say it happens all the time. I asked to speak to a supervisor to see if they could accommodate me. They were able to sit me on the veranda, which I was grateful for. we arrived we were promptly seated. The veranda was completely empty and there was lots of staff running around. It took them maybe 5 to 7 minutes to greet the table. They asked if we want drinks we said yes. It took them maybe 15 minutes to bring the drinks. We also did not see the waiter for the next 15 minutes. we did however, watch the waiter walk by and not offer us bread twice. The drinks finally arrived. The waiter came over and rattled off the specials. All of us ordered fish, three different types of fish dishes were ordered by six people. We asked for bread. at this point drinks are now gone still no bread. We had to stand up and flag over the waiter, asking for more drinks and bread . Took another 20 minutes to come out. Food came out 10 minutes after that. Still no bread. so finally, I walked inside and hand walked over the bread person to our table during our service. I had a Caesar it was under dressed. My wife had the wedge. We asked for a balsamic glaze. Nobody in the restaurant seem to understand the difference between a balsamic glaze and balsamic. It got so bad nobody could figure it out, and it became a running joke. Regarding the entrées no matter what fish that you ordered it all had the same corn salsa on the bottom of the plate. it didn't matter if you ordered the salmon, the halibut or the snapper they were all identical plates with different fish. Very lackluster in creativity. I felt that the menu was also misleading. I ordered a lobster mac & cheese. The price says mac & cheese 18 lobster 26. I did not realize it was an add. it should say Lobster mac & cheese $44. The $44 mac & cheese was super dry and had no flavor. I said it in a previous review the atmosphere is great. The service is generally pretty good although this time everything just took so long and I would understand if it was a full restaurant, but it was not. Maybe the service was just bad because we were on the veranda. My issue with this restaurant over and over in the different reviews is the quality of its food. They have the ability to hire the world's best chefs. Dinner for six was $800. And the food just leaves wanting. The truth is I've been hoping that this restaurant is going to improve as far as its food quality. In truth it's now been over four years since the restaurant has opened. I have not seen a significant improvement eating at the restaurant eight times over the last four years. The service is good, the wait staff knowledge is good, the restaurant atmosphere is good. Please please please do something to fix the food. read more

Expensive but amazing experience. Good and service were amazing! We enjoyed ourselves so much that we went two days in a row!

We went here for my husband's Birthday with 8 people. The service was great and the food outstanding! The restaurant was gorgeous and elegant. Looking on to the riding ring was fun and entertaining. They made a very special memory for my husband! read more

The room is very beautiful; crystal chandeliers, elegant artwork, etc... but I wish they had a basic dress code for dinner, like collared shirts no shorts. We dressed up and people next to us were in cargo shorts and t-shirt. Service: very attentive, very friendly Food: very good and beautifully plated. The "Citrus" desert was so beautiful I almost didn't want to eat it. Excellent place for a celebratory dinner or special date night! Glad to see a place of this caliber come to Ocala! read more

Stirrups - the seasonal soup: root vegetables and squash - Steakhouses Near Me - Ocala, Florida

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I you are looking for a great meal with a beautiful setting go to Stirrups I'm not a big fan of seafood but Stirrups has throughly made me a lifetime fan Everything is fresh and delicious We had a wonderful dinner and experience the evening we were there read more

This is a beautiful setting with stunning presentation and amazing appetizers but the overall meal itself was just ok for the price. I was wowed with the deviled eggs. They are a must try as they are so creamy, flavorful and beautifully presented. The pimento cheese dip with crackers and accompaniments are a classic Southern staple. The oysters were cold,fresh and tasty! The tenderloin was cooked well but, unfortunately, it was a little tough. The sides of potatoes, grilled asparagus, mushrooms, and corn were all good but not anything to write home about. The drink presentation is amazing and I highly recommend the Smoked Old Fashioned and an Essence of Summer. We will definitely go back but will go on the patio for just drinks and appetizers. They rocked! read more

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Everything here is simply delicious. The ambience and views are amazing. 5 star service. It's expensive but it's worth it!

This is the best place in Ocala. The chef is amazing for breakfast and dinner. The service is always slow to come to our table but I still give 5 stars for food read more

I want to thank Daniel and the entire team at stirrups for giving my wife an exceptional birthday dinner. The restaurant is a five star down experience located in a five star hotel overlooking a world-class equestrian, jumping stadium. The food and the atmosphere were perfect and we have been recommending it to our friends nonstop. Thanks to the Richard's family for putting this oasis on the map! read more

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Thanksgiving 2024. My husband and I attended the 'reservation only' Thanksgiving buffet. $240 for 2 people or $90+ 20%mandatory gratuity per person. Start with the positive... I didn't have to cook for Thanksgiving this year! I'm a great cook so I expect better or equivalent to my skills when I go out. The negative? ...they treated the turkey like it was WW3 rations. Shame. Very disappointed bc what should have been the ~STAR~ of the show on Thanksgiving was a very dry piece-meal rationed-out turkey portion. We were the 1st group here at noon and the turkey portions were treated as if they were the bare minimum available. Never a whole turkey was seen, just a few ounces at a time. Teeny-tiny... even when I asked for more (when literally no one else was in line), I was given an infant portion.. 3x I tried for turkey portions in 1.5 hours; my husband experienced the same. The prime rib and the salmon was a free-for-all, but the turkey was treated like it's weight in gold! The sides were acceptable, similar to what you can buy from Boston Market. No wine or alcohol menu to soften your palette to the mediocre food, probably to prevent staying past the 2 hour time allocation. Overall the buffet sides were satisfactory but not exceptional, highlighting again that the establishment was *very stingy with THE turkey on THANKSGIVING! The desserts were also lacking a desirable flavor profile, very Publix-ish. I won't be back here...At least not for Thanksgiving, but the interior ambiance of the countless dog portraits was interesting (and disturbing), and the exterior ambiance of the horse training field was very sheikh! ****The 'fixer' or GM who comments on ALL 'bad reviews' should not even comment on my review bc we all know you can't comment back and forth on here, and you only have ONE CHANCE TO MAKE A GOOD IMPRESSION!!!!! Take the criticism and DO BETTER next Thanksgiving!! We want turkey on 'Turkey Day'!!!!! read more

Went for brunch, food was good, but service was not up to par for what this restaurant is. My bf ordered a $27 blt, which came with no bacon???The waitress took a while to come back around and check on us for us to even let her know. Our cocktails didn't come until all four of us were finished eating. The service needs to get on par with the price. Kinda crazy to get a side of bacon 10 mins after your blt. read more

Stirrups needs 6 stars, that is how good it is. Upscale but not stuffy. Expensive but we'll worth it. Service is superlative. Staff work as a team with the only goal to make your dining experience the finest. Leave the kids home. This restaurant is for adult special occasions, when you really want to impress. Dress is business casual. For our special night, Stirrups sent us champagne and a special dessert for free. Our cocktails were Smoky Old Fashioned (served the Stirrups way) and a Mint Melon. Appetizers included Chilled Oysters, Mushroom Soup, Iceberg Wedge Salad. Entrees were the 6 oz Filet with Scallops and Bourbon Butter added, Chefs Grouper Special, delectable Asparagus as a side. Everything was cooked to perfection. Each seasoning and condiment, unique and flavorful. Even the bread service had variety. Tarlton our waiter was fantastic, very knowledgeable and witty. Menu questions are encouraged and I would accept the staff's advice. Always a great sign when the manager checks in. I shall return. read more

We had the luxury of dining at Stirrups 3 times during our vacation; twice for dinner and once for brunch. The service is impeccable there. The food is definitely worth the money, and they are consistently providing great service and great food from what I saw. The restaurant is by reservation only. We had the prime steaks and oysters the first night with their house made steak sauce, which is gluten-free. I don't even like steak sauce, and this steak sauce is so good we came back another night and had the pork chops which were listed on the menu as ribs with a side of the steak sauce. All of their sides are very good. The oysters and mignonette sauces were great. The dessert was great. Brunch the food was good the only problem we had is that they won't deliver brunch or breakfast to your room you have to actually come downstairs and eat in the dining room. Brunch, however, was great, and I am looking forward to returning here again and again. I know great steak restaurants, and this is one of them, right in Ocala at an absolutely stunning hotel (which we stayed at). I can't wait to return and try some seafood entrees. Parking is free. The restaurant is $$$ and could go up depending on what you order. We went all out on our first dinner, and it was definitely expensive, but so worth the money. The steaks were perfection. read more

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We waited for a long time to even place our order (was told it was due to short staff but there were only 5 tables total and at least 3 waiters that we saw). We ordered bacon & eggs. When the food finally came, the bacon was not cooked well and had chunks of fat/grease on it. Inedible. They offered another set of bacon (we declined) and took our coffee off the bill. Begrudgingly paid the $125 bill for the eggs. Won't be back again, and canceling our dinner reservation for next week since I'm not sure I trust their ability to provide good food and service anymore. Used to be one of our favorite spots but it has gone downhill each time we visited. read more

Stirrups - Gross bacon - Steakhouses Near Me - Ocala, Florida

Totally underwhelming. Probably one of the worst "steakhouse tier" restaurants I have ever been to. The service was so slow; it was like watching paint dry. When they finally bring out the food, it's an extravagant presentation, but lying under those chrome domes, is pure disappointment. It was like putting a Ferrari emblem on a Prius. The equestrian center is marvelous, but stirrups is totally sub par. read more

Thanksgiving Buffet a disaster. Ran out of TURKEY. Ended up with literally crumbs. There were no warmers under large casserole dishes and contents cold. No appetizers such as shrimp. Limited sides, to only the traditional string bean casserole, sweet potato They did have a prime rib which was fine, no ham, no pasta, no chicken.... The desert table sparse. Advertised as upscale, Golden Corral would have been a better choice. Will never go back. read more

Absolutely fantastic. Stirrups is located inside the World Equestrian Center. The place is massive and beautiful. It is impossible to adequately describe the place. Stirrups is a beautiful place. The staff is very friendly. The food is very well prepared and outstanding. It is a bit pricey but well worth it. Absolutely a must visit place. read more

Breakfast favorites of mine included granola parfait, banana nut bread, thick-cut smoked bacon, and sliced avacado. Kudos to Laquay who served our group with kindness and grace. Dinner favorites of mine included the crab cake and onion rings. Kudos to River who made us all smile. Stirrups is truly a FINE dining experience. read more

Fine dining with fabulous service every time at Stirrups. The perfectly seasoned filet melts in your mouth. Pair it with the succulent lobster tail dipped in melted butter. It was a match made in heaven, or at least on my plate. Save room for a sweet treat from the dessert menu. It wasn't just a meal; it was a divine dining experience. read more

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We had the best experience at Stirrups. Ask for Dio for fantastic service. He had amazing recommendations and we made use of the Master Sommelier to pair the best wines with our entrees. Don't pass on the smoked old fashioned and lobster mac and cheese! read more

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We came here to celebrate our 40th Anniversary. The restaurant is beautiful. The food over all was good. My husbands steak was cooked to a perfect medium rare. My Mac and cheese with lobster was dry and the lobster was not detectable. Dessert was also beautiful but lacked any flavor very bland. Service was slow at times, it took 20 minutes after we had finished eating for our server to finally take our payment. We had a nice evening, I would come back. read more

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Came in for Sunday brunch and had high expectations based on reviews and recommendations from some folk we met in downtown Ocala. We asked to be sat outside and were seated promptly. Our server greeted us and failed to remove the remaining 3 table settings. Now for a restaurant boasting these prices in the middle of nowhere Florida, this should be expected. The service should be top notch. We ordered our drinks and I asked for the regular breakfast menu. After delivering drinks, the server asks if we're ready to order, failing to bring the breakfast menu we had asked for. She then went and got it. We got the pastries to start and again the server failed to asks if any of us have allergies. Then brings out banana bread that contains walnuts which I am allergic to. We're finally ready to order. We ordered the Bananas Foster French Toast and the Crab Benedict. Notice anything missing from the photo? NO CRAB. I asked a server to please call our server over. He rudely asks "why?" I explain that I ordered my breakfast with the crab. His response "Oh, we'll get you some on the side." NO MOTHERFCKER!" AGAIN, I'm paying an extra amount for service and food, take the dish and make it properly. Might have been I was the only non-white customer, IDK. Why isn't the line chef and the server checking dishes before they hit the tables?? Is the place nice? sure. Is it worth the prices? With the poor service and experience they provide, HELL NO! Don't waste your time or money. To the management, train your people to have manners and attention to detail. It's what we're paying for. Eggs were over done, biscuit over cooked. French toast was decent. Wouldn't come back if they comped me an entire dinner. read more

This restaurant was excellent in every way. Perfect service, amazing food and gorgeous surroundings. It's quite pricey but worth it. We'll definitely return when we stay at the rv resort again. read more

My fiancé and I were finally able to have a date night last night and had the pleasure of having Daniel as our server! He was excellent and was very knowledgeable about the menu. The food was fantastic. We will absolutely be back. I will be recommending this place to everybody we know including that they should sit with Daniel! Thank you all! read more

Excellent service and food. Stirrups adds some culinary extras to enhance your dining experience.

Really great meal here two nights in a row. Highly recommend. They have the best food I found in Ocala.

Stirrups is fine dining at its absolute best. First of all, the restaurant is just beautiful. It is so warm and inviting. It is elegant, yet I felt like I was in the comfort of my home. It overlooks the grand arena and it's simply breathtaking, especially with all the holiday decorations up during the holiday season. Our server Hailey was EXCEPTIONAL. She was such a delight. She was personable and knowledgeable. She made excellent recommendations and accommodated any special requests that we made. She truly made us feel at home. The food far exceeded my expectations. Everything was delicious. The complimentary biscuits are a must. We had wedge salad, crab cakes, deviled eggs, scallops, short ribs, black truffle pasta, southern fried chicken, ribeye with a whiskey peppercorn sauce, truffle fries, grits, creamed spinach, pumpkin cheesecake, and caramel bread pudding. Every single thing was delicious! My sister and brother in law live in Ocala and I can assure you, I will come to Stirrups whenever I am in town. Thank you for a stellar dining experience. read more

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If you are looking for the total package of ambiance, food, drink and service, you will want to dine here. My wife and I have dined here twice now (we drive up from Tampa), enjoy the events and have a fantastic meal - makes a great day. Absolutely outstanding all around! read more

This is one of the most pristine restaurants in the entire state of Florida. They have spared no expense on the decor! The interior designer should be awarded for their vision. It is spectacular. The room is class all the way. The Chef creates food is beyond culinary delight. It is progressive and classic all at the same time. The flavor combinations are so good you crave them later. The cocktails are spot on. The desserts are out of this world. Just look at these pictures ~all edible! read more

Stirrups - Lemon custard Dessert. INSANELY GOOD. - Steakhouses Near Me - Ocala, Florida

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Ambiance was wonderful, the food ( especially the presentation) was very good. Our server Kevin was the epitome of a professional; anticipating needs, confirming our enjoyment , courteous and helpful. Thank you read more

Yesterday my family and I had a wonderful dinner here at Stirrups. We were greeted by the friendly host that sat us at our table. Our server Sarah and assistant alexis were both extremely knowledgeable about the menu as well as friendly and tentative throughout the whole dinner. Compliments to the chefs who all prepared this exquisite meal from the delicious lobster bisque followed by the tender juicy steaks as well as the creamy desserts that helped tie up the whole dinner. It was a great dinner. We will be dinning here again especially to try out those devil eggs that looked so good. 10/10 would recommend. Thank you staff for your hard work in making this a wonderful dinner. read more

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I was so looking forward to our first visit to StirUps for brunch.. We have been wanting to get there for some time .. The entire facility and dining room is perfection .. absolutely gorgeous facility and the ,Christmas decorations exquisite..The actual food, mediocre at best, at least the Eggs Benedict which my partner and I ordered, should have been sent back .. Poached eggs were not done properly, so the whites were runny and a disgusting mess on the plates .. I have ordered Eggs Benedict, many, many times over the years and never think when ordering to tell them how to poach the eggs so that the whites are cooked and yolks are runny ..avocado mash on the Benedict was too overpowering, hollandaise unforgettable as well .. no canadian bacon.. the prosciutto got lost in the avocado so u barely saw it or tasted it .. the Chopin vodka cocktail had to be sent back as it was too sour from the lemon on two of the cocktails at the table.. both orders.. when the plates were cleared no one asked if we did not care for the dish as the white yuck on the plates should have been a sign that the dish was a HOT MESS..service was not crisp at all, plates piled before they were picked up, etc.. The salmon lox and cream cheese was very good and the bread basket for $12 included 3 pieces of bakery items, not even enough for our party of four.. I am the first one to sing the praises when I have enjoyed a good meal, this was not the case.. $125 for an underwhelming breakfast brunch was a disappointment and we will NOT return for dinner .. If I am going to pay $60+ for a Steak, we will go to Flemings, Ruth Chris, or Berns.., read more

We ate At Stirrups last night and the service and food were impeccable. Our server Brandon and his assistant Lisa were terrific. The food they recommended was a 5 star choice. Since we were celebrating a birthday they brought out a dessert that was delicious as well. Highly recommend. read more

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I ate here twice, Monday April 15th for dinner. Food was excellent as was the service. The next morning at 7:30AM stopped in for a light breakfast of a muffin, bowl of fresh berries and coffee. I asked for black coffee, butter for the blueberry muffin and a spoon for the berries.What I received was barely warm coffee, no butter for the muffin and no spoon for the berries with a disappearing waitress who retired to hide in the kitchen. I finished my breakfast and waited 10 more minutes for waitress to reappear so that I could ask for the check. When I asked her where was the butter, spoon and coffee refill her reply was "I forgot". read more

I ordered the New York strip and it was ok, but not great. However, my friend ordered the rib eye and it was very good so it was probably just mine and everyone else enjoyed their food as well. However, the service was not up to par. Long wait times for apps and meals with no reason given. The restaurant wasn't crowded so I have no idea why. None of the staff or management seemed to care. read more

The dining room and service are spectacular. Unfortunately the food is very much sub par. Of our group of 8, 4 entrees were so poorly prepared they were inedible. I don't mind paying a higher price for fine dining, but this kitchen needs a new head chef - there is no way a professional chef could have let some of this food leave the kitchen. read more

There are no words to describe how impressionable the hostess, Olivia, is!! Honestly, I spent several years working in the F&B industry, and I've never met anyone that does it better than her! She takes a very formal and sophisticated setting and makes you feel right at home, it truly is something special. I hope she's training every hostess at Stirrups because she truly sets the tone for an incredible evening to remember! After Olivia gave us a warm welcome, she handed us over to our server, Kevin. These two are the dynamic duo because Kevin gives you that feeling that y'all have been longtime friends and you just haven't seen one another in a while. He will patiently go through any questions you have about the menu, and he will let you know his recommendations if you need it (which I did). Kevin was exactly right, our menu selections were exceptional! I had the scallops, which were TO DIE FOR! I have never had a chef put the perfect about of charring on a scallop like they did at Stirrups; it was the most perfect golden/brown color. They were amazing, and the best I have ever had (I lived on the beach for 15 yrs of my life by the way..). My fiancé had the NY strip and the creamed corn. He LOVED the strip and said the flavor was fantastic! The creamed corn is by far our favorite side dish we have tried at Stirrups. The bacon gives it the perfect balance with the salty and the sweet from the cream and corn. You will truly be missing out if you do not get the bread pudding and a slice of pecan pie for dessert. Just ask Olivia if she can roll you out, I'm sure she can find a wheelchair or a wheelbarrow...it might be embarrassing, but it is WORTH IT! That is the BEST bread pudding I have ever had in my entire life! I'm allergic to nuts, but my fiancé devoured the pecan pie, and he said it was excellent! Make your reservation and enjoy your experience, it is well worth it (we travel an hour to dine at Stirrups)! read more

Finally, I had the opportunity to dine at Stirrups. And I wasn't disappointed. After an impressive drive through the grounds to arrive at the hotel we were greeted by a doorman and valet who took care of our car and welcomed us to the property. The lobby is large and comfortable, complete with fireplace and a remarkable collection of oil paintings of champion canines (yes, they train them too). The dining room is beautiful and roomy. We were escorted to our table and introduced to our server, Brittney, for the evening. Beverages were served and the menus were delivered to our table. Brittney explained that the restaurant changed menu offerings throughout the year and that the menu had changed a week prior to our dinner. We enjoyed fresh oysters and fried green tomatoes at the table for appetizers. Main courses included Red Fish, Pasta prepared with decadent mushrooms and steaks that were perfect. The vegetable accompaniments were perfect. Desserts were up to the meal. The wine list is remarkable and fairly priced, with something for everyone. In addition to being delicious and delightful in every way possible, the meal was served at a pace that allowed the four of us to enjoy a great evening with good friends without being rushed. It is expensive, but worth every penny. I rate this restaurant as one of the best restaurants I have had the pleasure of dining in. I look forward to my next visit read more

We went there for Easter brunch. Wait staff was wonderful. Food was over priced for what they served. You can/could go anywhere else for an Easter buffet and have the same food at a reasonable price. Food was served outside, which is understandable for room and flow purposes, however, the food was cold, dry and looked day old. The price was $89 a person, and when you receive your check there is a service charge of $35 for the facility, your tax and a gratuity. For 2 people it was $226.00. WTF Was really hoping this would be a place to go for holiday buffets in the future. Cannot afford it, and not worth it. Oh - and the hubby had food poison and spent the night on the toilet. read more