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Stirrups at World Equestrian Center, Ocala, FL

Stirrups at World Equestrian Center

4.8 (1741)
$50 and over
Steakhouse
8510 NW 17th Lane, Ocala, FL 34482

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2 people
11:30 PM
Booked 49 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Fancy
  • Charming
Prime steaks and chops, sustainable Florida seafood and seasonal specialties are served in a refined dining room with elevated service. Stirrups offers an extensive wine cellar to complement your menu selections.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Elegant Dining
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Steakhouse, Seafood, Southern
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 6:30 am–1:00 pm Breakfast Mon–Fri 6:30 am–11:00 am Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive chef
    Chef de cuisine Jonathan Martini
  • Private party facilities
    If interested in private events and reservations (10 guests or greater), please contact Stirrups directly.
  • Neighborhood
    Ocala
  • Parking details
    Parking is located in front of the Equestrian Hotel. Valet and self-parking are complimentary.
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 1,741 people are saying

Stirrups at World Equestrian Center reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Ocala / Gainesville

    Best Overall

  • Ocala / Gainesville

    Best Food

  • Ocala / Gainesville

    Best Service

  • Ocala / Gainesville

    Best Ambiance

  • Ocala / Gainesville

    Innovative

  • Ocala / Gainesville

    Healthy

  • Ocala / Gainesville

    Hot spot

  • Ocala / Gainesville

    Great for fine wines

  • Ocala / Gainesville

    Lively

  • Ocala / Gainesville

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Stirrups at the World Equestrian Center offers a "sophisticated dining experience" with "impeccable service" and "beautiful interiors." The menu features expertly prepared dishes, including "divine sea scallops" and "perfectly cooked steaks." While some find it "expensive," the "elegant atmosphere" and attentive staff make it ideal for special occasions.
1,741 Reviews
  1. Arno

    Tampa / Central Florida West11 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Incredibly prepared and presented appetizers, entrees, and desserts. Attentive and efficient servers in a pleasant atmosphere. A wonderful evening overall.

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  2. Cole

    Tampa / Central Florida West3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Top notch food, service, and atmosphere. Chairs are quite comfortable and the tables are spacious. Prices are similar to other high end restaurants.

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  3. Eileen

    Miami - Dade1 review

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The new chef is amazing the quality is back ! Our server Tarlton was amazing! We really enjoyed our dinner …..try the watermelon Mustang Margarita!

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  4. Stephany

    Tampa / Central Florida West8 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing!! We love eating here. Enjoyed brunch with friends from out of town! WEC is our favorite place to bring people in Ocala!

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  5. Michael VIP

    Atlanta5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 6, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A first class dining experience. Delicious meals and outstanding service.

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  6. Miguel VIP

    Chicago / Illinois4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 5, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The dining room and paintings are beautiful, and the dinner was spectacular. The meat was perfectly cooked. It was delicious, lovely, and unique.

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  7. John

    Seattle / Eastern Washington1 review

    1.0

    Dined on June 1, 2025

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    Ordered the ny stip medium rare, steak was a little overcooked, not tender and dried out. It also was very salty. I ate about 1/3 of it and told the server it was to salty. Manager came by and apologized said they do hit it with a little salt once it’s plated and would use this as a learning with the cook. I don’t think I will be eating here again especially after spending over $375.

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  8. Karen

    Miami - Dade8 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 1, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had the most amazing server, Sara! She helped make our girls' night out so special. She was professional, yet charming and fun with a great sense of humor. The restaurant is beautifully elegant, so perfect for a special night out. Our water glasses were never empty and support staff was so efficient. We truly enjoyed our meals.

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  9. Kristi

    Tampa / Central Florida West11 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on May 25, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Our sever Gabby was excellent and made our evening very pleasant. We shared crab cakes, and Artsian green salad to start. We then had Filet as well as New Strip, twice baked potato, creamed corn and mushrooms. The steaks were all cooked exactly as we ordred them all were tender, good flavor but mushrooms were not good which Gabby removed from the bill. We enjoyed our evening and our dinners, but we all wished the food had been served hot rather than luke warm as it would made such a bigger difference overall and it is something they really need to work on regarding better monitoring of food temps at serving.

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  10. Michael L

    Tampa / Central Florida West11 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 25, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Nestled in the heart of the opulent World Equestrian Center in Ocala, Stirrups offers a sophisticated dining experience with all the polish and precision you’d expect from one of Central Florida’s most elite venues. The ambiance is undeniably impressive—elegant interiors, attentive staff, and a refined atmosphere that caters to both seasoned equestrians and discerning guests. On a recent visit, the Chilean sea bass was, without question, the star of the evening. Expertly prepared with a delicate sear, perfectly flaky texture, and a nuanced balance of flavors, it rivaled the best I've had in major culinary capitals. The wine selection, though not overly adventurous, was well curated, and service throughout the evening was impeccable—professional, warm, and unhurried. However, what begins as a promising fine dining experience is dulled somewhat by its excessive pricing. For two guests, with a shared appetizer, two entrées, a couple of glasses of wine, coffee, and a single dessert, the final bill tallied over $325 before gratuity. At that price point, one expects not just excellence—but memorability at every course and a true sense of value. Unfortunately, Stirrups doesn't quite deliver at that level. While the sea bass and service were excellent, the rest of the experience, though pleasant, didn’t justify such a steep cost. In short: Stirrups shines in flavor and formality, but unless you're celebrating a special occasion or undeterred by premium pricing, there are better values to be found—even within Ocala’s evolving upscale dining scene.

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Stirrups at World Equestrian Center is rated 4.8 stars by 1741 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
11:30 PM
Booked 49 times today
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8510 NW 17th Lane, Ocala, FL 34482

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Ocala
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 6:30 am–1:00 pm Breakfast Mon–Fri 6:30 am–11:00 am Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Steakhouse, Seafood, Southern
  • Dining style
    Elegant Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Parking is located in front of the Equestrian Hotel. Valet and self-parking are complimentary.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Chef de cuisine Jonathan Martini
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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