And here we have another gem to add to Ocala's increasingly cool selection of places to eat…read more Located in the heart of downtown Ocala, Soleil Bakery is a gluten-free bakery offering locals and visitors alike a delicious selection of pastries both savory and sweet without the traditional gluten filled ingredients. The perfect place for a book club meet-up, or catch up with friends at any time of day, the cafe is sweetly decorated and uber cozy. I was so glad to see they were open as the few times I had visited before they were closed. With that said, I recommend to call beforehand as my understanding is that the bakery has odd hours sometimes. The staff was friendly and helped me choose a selection of goods to take home with me. I ended up with their very last snickerdoodle cookie, two spinach quiches, and their peanut butter chocolate cheesecake with an Oreo crust. Yum, yum, and yum! All of it. The quiche was particularly good and heated up well the next day keeping the center moist and fluffy while still being loaded with spinach. Sorry to say my review won't come with photos of the treats I picked up as I ran out quickly to get home in the rain. But...I guess you'll just have to go see yourself! Soleil Bakery & Social House is a must try!

After residing in Ocala for 9 months, we finally made it here. To be honest, this business was not…read moreon my list of bookmarks, nor had I even checked it out. We finally explored the square due to one of the art walk events. Since it we visited twice here on Friday evenings, we decided to have espresso. During the events in the square, the businesses usually stay open later than usual. This also means they are busy. I have yet to visit during normal business hours so I am not sure how the traffic is usually. Our first visit was just to check it out and get whatever on a spontaneous decision. I did not know they serve beer and wine so I opted for wine our first time. I picked out some French white wine, which wound up being over $20 for a tiny bottle! The staff member warned me she was unsure of the price and we were both shocked when she scanned it lol. I then switched it for a sparkling wine, which was half the price. The espresso hubs and I split was as good as it gets. We love our espressos and coffee bold and strong so we were happy. The staff member also gave me a teacher's discount, which I appreciate so much because therapists don't usually get discounts! The next time we visited, we ordered another espresso, as well as a cinnamon bun and an Andes cake. OMFG how orgasmic!! I love mint chocolate anything so I was sooooo excited! We saved it for later and it was just amazing! Hubs loves cinnamon buns and he approved as well. Both times we sat for a while, sipped our coffee, and talked. I am definitely interested in checking Soleil out when it is less busy to soak it in. The place was clean and the staff were personable and friendly. They serve a lot of vegan products and honestly, they are so good, you probably could not tell the difference which is vegan or not. They have comfy seating and it does feel very cozy in there.

The atmosphere is just like walking into grandmas house on Sunday. Fresh made bread and homemade…read moreeverything! As soon as you walk in the friendliest lady filled my order for a deli sandwich.. I didn't know what I was in for the sandwich took me to my happy place. The price is nothing compared to the quality ingredients. The service was wonderful. I opted for the chicken salad sandwich and that chicken was not canned.. it's in the taste. I'm definitely coming back for another sandwich and bringing friends along. This is definitely a gem to just stumble across. The place reminded me of the bodegas in New Jersey and New York. Definitely recommend to stop in and the best part? There were other customers and when the sweet lady recognized them by name I was all in. I'm coming back for sure

We drove over two hours to have lunch and buy some pastries. We couldn't decide what to order, you…read morecould see the food was not fresh, the steam table was full of water with grease and sausage floating in it. the pasta sauce looked burnt. My husband ordered a sub sandwich, my friends husband a sausage sandwich, my friend eggplant, i had spagetti marinara. The noodles were mush and cold and tasted so bad, were were afraid of food poisoning and left everything. The pastries were not refrigerated and needed be, the cookies were not from there fresh baked they were from Flora foods repackaged. I wanted to buy some ricotta cheese and the owner wanted to charge me $89.00 for two five pound container containers that cost about $15.00 each at one of the warehouses. Other than the drive, fear of food poisoning , not homemade bakery items and price gouging, we learned a good lesson. THERES NO PLACE LIKE HOME!

Love love love going to Betty Cakes. While their lunch truly is delicious, their desserts is where…read moreit's at. Make sure to always look at their daily desserts on their social media pages :) My favorite so far has been the cinnamon roll cake pudding!

Betty Cakes Cafe, located inside the Your Hearts Desire gift shop in Ocala, is a charming bakery…read moreand café that pays homage to its founder, Miss Betty Williamson. The café offers a variety of lunch options, including quiche, soup, chicken salad, and deli sandwiches. My review, however, is based solely on Betty Cakes' cakes, as I've only stopped in for takeout desserts and haven't yet had the opportunity to sit down and enjoy lunch and cake at the café. Over the years, I've tried several of their specialty cake flavors, including Easter Dirt, Strawberry Shortcake, and Guava, as well as their Bundt cakes such as Sour Cream Pound, German Chocolate Rum, Hummingbird, and Pumpkin. Every one of them has been delicious. What I appreciate most is that these cakes don't just taste wonderful--they look special. Each slice appears to have been made with care and attention to detail. They're the kind of desserts that make you feel like you're treating yourself to something truly special, as if that slice of cake was made just for you. The cakes are consistently moist, flavorful, and beautifully presented. Whether it's a seasonal specialty cake or one of their Bundt cakes during the holidays, I've found myself returning again and again. In fact, I've made it a tradition to stop by for their specialty and holiday cakes throughout the year. There are plenty of places to buy dessert, but Betty Cakes creates cakes that are both tasty and memorable. The quality, presentation, and homemade touch keep me coming back. That's why I continue to be a loyal returning customer. If you're looking for a dessert that looks as good as it tastes, Betty Cakes Cafe is definitely worth a visit.

Love me some sweet peas when traveling through the area! Great road treats or gifts for families…read moreand friends. Super friendly staff and tons of options.

Ridiculously good desserts! You've never had red velvet cupcakes or cakes until you've had theirs!…read moreI've tasted a dozen or so items and each one has had something special about it that sets it above the normal bakery fare! The pastry chef has a high standard of excellence and it shows in all her creations.

I am in the food business and have eaten great cakes and pastries around the world. Baked by Small…read moreBatch, a small bakery in Ocala Florida, makes the best brownies and cookies that I have ever had. With every bite, there is purity, richness density and clearly defined flavors. It is actually hard to properly describe just how good these brownies and cookies are. I would give them 10 Stars if possible. If you are hungry, look them up.

From the owner: Chef Made Fresh-Frozen Prepared Meals, stock up for when you want a restaurant-quality meal but…read moredon't feel like going out. Perfect for those times you don't want to cook. Chef Orlando has worked in some of the best restaurants in New York City, now he brings his talent to Ocala. Enjoy our Desserts, Cookies and Brownies along with Edible Gifts. Custom labeled Baked Goods for corporate gifts, parties, weddings, or any celebration.

Super cute and staff is always helpful. Love the we can get a nut free carrot cake. So delicious…read more Great little treats but also excellent for a special occasion!

It was delicious as expected. The place was clean. And the customer service was excellent.read more

The sweet people who run this business should bottle their smiles and joyful hearts. It's a small…read morebut pleasant place. The sweets are what we were there for--and they were wonderful! The red velvet cake is moist and tasty. The frosting is not overly sweet. The cookies and cream cheesecake is smooth and full of cookies. But the star of this delicious trio was the sweet potato pie. I believe it's one of the best I've tasted, and I have tasted quite a few. Try this place. We need to keep our local businesses and support them with our money!

Just finished eating lunch and it was delicious. We both had the shrimp po boy sandwich it was…read moregreat ,hot and fresh. The owners are a lovely young couple that gave some good recommendations on the menu. We took the cheesecake home to eat later and it was a great treat. We got a slice of strawberry and red velvet, both were wonderful. We highly recommend this new restaurant in town.