I came across this on Facebook. This is right up my alley because I am a pie in lieu of a cake…read moreperson. There is a reason I am nicknamed Gravy Girl! I texted Vickie, the owner, and received a quick response. My order was taken and delivery was scheduled. In the meantime, I was drooling over the pictures online but they just don't do this pie justice. When it was promptly delivered, I was given instructions to microwave it by the slice for just 10 seconds. This is just enough to melt the chocolate and caramel into a rich gooey deliciousness. Holy moley this was some good stuff! I am now a big fan.

Food was delicious. Didn't taste Like cardboard. Was very…read morefresh. We only waited 10-15 minutes for both the calzone and pizza. Dough was fluffy and fresh! No complaints. We were the only customers at 5pm on a Tuesday. Porter potty available. Sanitizer available. Would go back here if I'm ever in Hawthorne.

The wings and salads are wonderful !!!!!!! We were just driving by in a big Rv and pulled over…read morebecause the space. This was a great surprise

Delicious local ice cream shop with lots of flavors to choose from. Cones, cups and shakes…read moreavailable as well as honey straws, local honey and jams too. The staff is always extremely nice and patient while you take your time picking the best flavor. Cute little shop in a busy area. We always stop by when we pass through town. Its a must have!

My parents have lived in Satsuma for over 20 years and I can't count the number of time I drove by…read morebut never stopped. Well, I'm here to tell you that will not happen again. The service was friendly, polite, engaged and simply a joy. The ice cream was OUT FREAKING STANDING and I can see why they have been voted the Best Ice Cream for several years in a row. I will be back and this is a total Friends & Family recommendation.

Awesome little spot, with many hidden jems. Stuff you don't exactly see everyday, lots of…read morecollectibles and eats that were very unique. I loved the every changing fridges, I felt like I went back in time to the era before me, it was rad! The woman inside was friendly she said hello, as we just browsed. I didn't purchase anything, but it's definitely a spot to go check out.

Lovely bright spot in downtown Palatka! Vintage to artistic to gourmet-this place has it all!…read more Bought some delicious Florida roasted coffee! And Datil pepper sauce!

Nice little shop with friendly staff. I got The Calypso which was fantastic! The graham cracker…read morecrumbs in it made it so good.

This is a kind of hard review because I have got waffles and milkshakes both and they are in two…read moredifferent classes . Waffles are pretty dense and just alright . The waffle toppings are way better than the waffle itself . Priced high for the quality , still worth a try . Milkshakes are excellent , coconut shake actually has coconut flake in it . Top notch milkshakes . Waffles 3stars Shakes 4.5 stars

Warmly greeted each time we have visited (about 4 visits in the past 2 years). Ice cream selection…read moreconsistently looks delicious and fresh. The facility was extremely clean - don't let the 'burb location discourage you from visiting this delicious burger and ice cream shop. My husband ordered a well-done Sunnyside burger without bacon with fries, and I got 1 scoop of blueberry cheesecake ice cream. Also got some cold soda pop in glass bottles (root beer, grape, and vanilla) without artificial sweeteners, which was nice. Total was about $30 with tip. Cashier was super polite and friendly, took our order, and told us some interesting history about the shop. Olivia served my ice cream quickly. The blueberry cheesecake tasted great. The restrooms were clean and single-occupancy. The property itself looks small but is much bigger inside. Local jams and preserves for sale inside as well as small cafe style seating. Outdoor seating (metal tables and chairs) is available as long as you don't mind some curious bugs visiting your table. Overall, a hidden fast food and ice cream / shake gem in Interlachen. A cozy place with excellent customer service. Greatly recommend for quick food stop. Prices are higher than we expected though the quality is reflected in the pricing, so we didn't mind. We would come back here again :)

Stopped by Tuesday and Wednesday for a fantastic chocolate milkshake. Amazingly prepared by Julie…read moreA. The atmosphere here is always so friendly and welcoming. The smash burger is a great lunch or dinner option. Then you have the choices of ice cream. I'm here this morning to try their breakfast. More review later. Julie A. Took my breakfast order and the chefs made me a great meal. I had scrambled eggs sausage and grits with milk. I tell you this little place is so convenient and delicious. We really enjoy stopping by when we visit Interlachen.

La Dolce Vita Gelato & Pastry is one of those rare gems that doesn't just serve dessert - it builds…read morecommunity, connection, and genuine joy with every visit. From day one, the owner has made us feel welcomed, remembered, and truly part of his world, and that level of hospitality is something you can't manufacture. It's real, and it's why this place stands out. The gelato is on another level entirely. I've traveled, tasted, and tried gelato in major cities and abroad, and nothing (absolutely nothing) compares to what's being crafted right here in our growing Ocala. The flavors rotate constantly, keeping every visit exciting and perfectly matched to whatever mood you're in. Each batch is rich, smooth, balanced, and made with a passion you can taste. We've never left with a single regret, only smiles and that satisfied "this hit the spot" feeling. And honestly, the gelato here deserves worldwide recognition. It's that exceptional. But what truly elevates La Dolce Vita is the owner himself - someone who cares deeply not just about his shop, but about the people who walk through his doors. His pride, kindness, and consistency have created a place that feels like home for so many of us. Ocala is lucky to have this treasure. Thank you to the AMAZING owner who has poured years of heart into serving this community. This is a must‑visit, a must‑return, and a place that continues to set the bar for what great gelato (and great hospitality) should be.

It's got to be me...with all the rave reviews, I was so excited to try dessert from La Dolce Vita…read moreGelato and Pastry. I just don't understand why everyone but me is raving about this place. My friend went in to order sfogliatelle and a black and white cookie. He said the woman behind the counter was a bit impatient with him as he was looking at all the pastries and actually shook her head in frustration. I took one bite of the cookie and couldn't eat it. Both it and the sfogliatelle had a musty taste, though my friend said the inside of the shop didn't smell musty. I wanted to be one of the ones to rave about this place. Sadly, I cannot.

We've come 2 weeks in a row! We live across the river but our children have sports in Middleburg…read moreand we were looking for something to eat. We decided to give Birdies a try. The first time, my husband had the smash burger and fries and my son had the same thing but the children's portion. Both raved about their meal. I had the mushroom steak burger bowl, it was delicious sitting atop white rice with brown gravy and green beans. The next time, both husband and son ordered the same thing and I switched it up to try the meatloaf stacker, wow! Once again, the meal was delicious and paired it with the corn casserole. I can't rave about this place enough. We ended the meal with homemade strawberry cake, another winner!! The service is wonderful, everyone is attentive and wants to make sure you're taken care of. Waters refilled, which is a rarity these days and food was served prompt. Although small, Birdies is mighty with flavor, service and cute decor! From the cuckoo clocks on the wall to the bird theme throughout, it's definitely welcoming and cozy and not that sterile vibe you get from some establishments. We can't wait to go back and now look forward to our weekly ritual, dinner at Birdies!

Looking for good food with an eclectic mix of food choices, then Birdie's is a great choice. We got…read morethere late, around 7 pm so there was a little bit of a wait. However, it was well worth the 20 minutes to get a table. The atmosphere is casual and welcoming. Service was excellent and friendly. Although, we personally didn't get alcohol, I did notice they served wine and beer. I had the crispy Portobello tacos and they were fabulous! My husband had the crispy chicken sandwich, which was also delicious. The chicken was moist and the batter they used was yummy. The desserts are homemade and the portions given are enough to definitely share. We didn't indulge ourselves with dessert this evening, but will be back and we'll make sure to leave room for some cake or pie.

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.

The elote is so good and the owner is super nice . My favorite place for Antojitos in Ocala !!read more

Craving some ice cream in Ocala and this place popped up in our searches. It's just a little…read morefurther down the street from the city, but an easy drive. We walked in and was greeted. The menu had so much to look at, so they were patient with us. We got the 15-mini pancake with two scoops of ice cream. The pancakes were made-to-order, and their ice cream is hard ice cream. The pancakes were very delicious but the ice cream was okay. Prices are through the roof though. Spent $16.