Since my restaurant was located in downtown, I did walk by here on my way to the restaurant…read more Parking can get a bit difficult during the weekend nights, and I did have to drive around twice to find a spot. I was able to find one near the garage.It looked to be free parking, so that's always good. I did not know whether the garage cost extra, but I did see some parking areas that had a cost. I saw the main square with the gazebo, and looks like there were people hanging over there. There are lots of horse statues with artwork painted, and signs displaying the descriptions. And since they were artwork, there was definitely no mounting on the sculpture allowed! There are many nice restaurants, including Brick City Southern Kitchen and Harrys Seafood. There is also a theater, but I didn't go inside. Downtown Ocala looks to be pretty safe and welcoming. I should visit again during the day time and see if there are farmers markets as well. But definitely I will come back for the great restaurants over there. I just wish parking was easier. Overall: B

This is a must if you have 30 min to spare. Cute little downtown, very small, displaying equestrian…read morehistory of the area and giving homage to the biodiversity of the area. We loved it.

Stopped by District Bar and Kitchen for a late lunch/early dinner on a beautiful spring day…read more The temperature outside was pleasant and so my dining companion and I opted for lunch on their patio. We were on their bottom floor patio (which was lovely) but I did spy that they have a rooftop patio as well (what's not to love?!?). Everything from the food to the cocktails to the service was exemplary. For my cocktail I got their Old Colonel's Smoking Gun which was their twist on an old fashioned and was delightful. For my entree, I got their salmon entree. It's glazed and comes with a size of their crispy brussels and cheesy grits. The brussels were delish and their cheesy grits rank among some of the best I've had with sharp cheddar giving them the perfect flavor kick. The atmosphere was so pleasant. It's definitely the sort of spot you'll feel tempted to linger. Get to it!

So much looked good on the menu it was hard to choose. Also all the food that was coming out looked…read moredelicious! Got the pepperoni pizza. It was nice and fluffy, crispy on the edges. Would definitely get another flavor to try next time. Got the honey chicken sandwich. It was big and flavorful. Not spicy. The fries are yummy. The burger had nothing special on it and tasted like there was no seasoning - only downside. Want to try their grits and fried green tomatoes next time!

The food was outstanding; served promptly and piping hot. Our server was very efficient and…read moreexpertly accommodated our party. We enjoyed a fun evening from start to finish.

Food 5/5 (great bbq!) Service 5/5…read more Ambiance 5/5. Pricing: Reasonable Speed: 5/5 Variety: 5/5 Drinks: 5/5 Location: 5/5 Total: 5 stars. I would definitely come back again. Just a top to bottom exceptional dining experience. The banana pudding btw, fire.

Outstanding vibe. I love this place. My one criticism is of…read morethe music. It's a 1920's sound, but constantly fast-paced and high energy. It doesn't match the mellow vibe. They should make at least every 2nd or 3rd song a slow, mellow tune.

Cool vibes cool location and atmosphere is surrounded by oak and wooden wine boxes. Service was…read moregreat and drinks were awesome

We stopped at Ivy on the Square for lunch while passing through Ocala, and what a wonderful…read moresurprise! The ambiance and decor were absolutely elegant and beautiful, creating such a warm and upscale atmosphere. The prices were very reasonable, the service was impeccable, and every part of the experience exceeded our expectations. Overall, an outstanding dining experience and definitely a place we'll return to when we're back in town!

I went here the other night with some friends from Sarasota. They had suggested it and I was…read morecurious since I had never been. It was early evening and when I walked in I thought the decor was so adorable. Quaint and just really lovely. I was getting a good feeling and wondering why I never had stopped in here before since I love coming downtown and going to different places down here. The whole vibe to me is just very comfortable even though it can get busy there is something that makes you feel calm in this area. We were seated and I looked at the menu wanting steak and even though it was early they didn't have any ( rib eye ) Yes it was on the menu but that was ok, instead I chose a Wam burger and fries. To be honest I wasn't impressed. I asked for medium rare and my burger came out well done. It was a bit flavorless to me and the fries weren't even hot nor crispy. The service was just ok and when we had gone the restaurant hadn't even been very busy. I may give Ivy on the Square another try if I have a good reason. We will see. I wonder what you think. Phone: (352)622-5550 Address: 53 S Magnolia Avenue Ocala, Florida 34471 Hours: Sunday Closed Monday Closed Tuesday 11AM-9PM Wednesday 11AM-9PM Thursday 11AM-9PM Friday 11AM-9PM Saturday 11AM-9PM Wheelchair accessible

We visited on a Sunday with family who were in town and got to try their brunch menu--plus they had…read more$.50 wings, which was a nice bonus. Everyone enjoyed what they ordered. My personal favorite was the zucchini fries--we actually got the last order, so that felt like a win! Other standouts were the waffle, the chicken and waffle, and the sliders. I wasn't a big fan of the wings, and the ambiance leans more bar-style than cozy, but the service was quick, they easily accommodated our party of seven, and our server was super nice. Overall, a great spot for a casual group outing.

I found myself again downtown, but this time on a Tuesday evening. Recently the Black Sheep started…read moreoffering $3.50 taco Tuesdays, (All day)which are made using Adena Farms ground beef. That is well seasoned. They are topped with lettuce, tomatoes, onions, cheese, and of course sour cream on a warmed flour tortilla. KB (bartender) again guided me through the specials that also include Modelo drafts for $3, and $6 Milagros tequila Margaritas. With KB's recommendation I went with 3 taco's tonight that hit the spot. Yes the ground beef is amazing. Be sure to check out their Instagram, or Facebook page for daily specials.

I took my wife here for our 1st experience here, ( late Valentines dinner) Sunday February 15,…read more2026. The ambiance was wonderful, not too dark, not too bright! Chatter noise was low enough Iwe could reasonably talk together! She started with a french onion soup, steamy and thick, obviously homemade!! I had a lobster bisque with baquettes. She then chose the chicken fried steak with mash potatoes & green beans. I had the braised short ribs Mirepoix, garlic mash potatoes & csteamed carrots with short rib reduction! We topped the night off with a delightful PRINCESS DIANA'S Taste of Ocala award winning Bruleed Bread Pudding w/ fresh berries & Amaretto , Almonds!! Btw, the Chicken fried steak is offered every Sunday. Our server, Joanne, was excellent and very knowledgeable!! The only downside was about 3 items unavailable due to heavy traffic on Valentine's Day on Saturday. The tables were candlelit, clean, and seating was comfortable. I wont mention our coke & tea, we just dont imbibe in alcoholic drinks. But it appeared they had a wide assortment of choices!! I recommend THE BRAISED ONION!!

The food was pretty good but a bit pricy. My salmon was dry so I was disappointed after spending…read more45 bucks on that dish alone. The rolls and their butter were fabulous as was their onion fritters and short rib pasta. Service was great and the restaurant was a nice comfortable temperature. I'd go back but would skip the salmon!

Outstanding, I cannot say enough about this place. Love, love, love it. The food was amazing, great…read morespecials tremendous flavors in all the fusion dishes they serve. The kitchen is in full view, and immaculate. The staff were all super friendly and awesome. The many craft beers and unique flavors were amazing. They usually have a pineapple cider, that is really good. The peanut butter and jelly beer just has to be tasted to be appreciated it is so good. Today I had the watermelon beer, which was beyond refreshing, and crisp. The board at the bar is updated daily and you can sample any of the beers upon request. This is a must go for anyone living or visiting the Ocala downtown.

Big Hammock Brewery is NOT a BREWERY, nor is it a big hammock. What it is, is a brew pub with what…read morelooked like some scrumptious food. Unfortunately for me I was looking for a brewery experience and Big Hammock is not that. They do have a good amount of local craft beers on tap which is a definite plus. They just didn't have any of their own beer. Maybe they are brewing, but if they are not, they should change the brewery in their name to brew pub because the name is definitely misleading. It is really awkward making this review, because I really did not get the full experience. I walked in, looked around, checked out the beer menu, asked if they had any of their own beers. When that answer was "no" I left. The end.

Sat at a nearly empty bar for 15 minutes. The male bartender made eye contact with me several times…read morewith no drink in front of me. Tried to fly him down too and he straight up ignored me. No effort to offer me a beverage. Place was dead but he was clearly too busy hitting on the group of girls at the end of the bar or watching baseball that was on TV. Decided to get up and leave. What a joke of an establishment. Date of visit: 3/19 930pm

We love going here at Christmas time to hear the alt/indie Christmas tunes. It's nice to get out…read moreof The Villages bubble to be in a different environment. Mutiny is a block off the Square so couldn't have a better location. Stop by for a drink before or after dinner. They also have a food menu available for lighter fare. Veg options are a couple appetizers or salads.

Wow, I really wanted to like this place. Came on Thursday but it was closed due to no bar tenders…read moreupstairs. Friday we finally got in. It was a challenge but we got in. The drinks were $15 each and there was only one bar tenders upstairs. She was super overwhelmed that we had to keep walking back to the bar instead of someone serving us. The theme did not match the music. Something about the speakeasy playing Kesha was off-putting. Glad to know they were turning people away if they got the password wrong though.

We had a girls night! We looked up the password and entered through the lodge. The bouncer was…read morenice! We were greeted with a smile and given menus, the waiter was super nice he was patient and knowledgeable about the menu. The bartender made excellent drinks but definitely had a sour face... she didn't seem happy. We enjoyed our drinks, wrote on the wall and had some great conversations with other people there. The floor is sticky and it seemed different than before. But overall it was a good experience and the drinks were good! Unfortunately they ran out of the butterscotch liquor so I had to change my order.