Diners' Choice: Hot spot restaurants in Ocala / Gainesville

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Updated November 05, 2024

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Katya Vineyards

4.9

4.9 (787)

$50 and over

Contemporary American

Ocala

About the restaurant

At Katya Vineyards we believe in the power of food to bring people together, create lasting memories, and celebrate the joy of shared moments. Every dish from Executive Chef Tony Deras is a labor of love and paired with our exquisite wine list and hand crafted cocktails.

Come experience the warmth of Katya Vineyards – where fine dining meets familial embrace.

Top review

John

Dined 5 days ago

Outstanding experience excellent service and dinner

Mark's Prime Steak House - Ocala

4.8

4.8 (2735)

$31 to $50

Steakhouse

Ocala

About the restaurant

Marks Prime Steakhouse has a goal to create a unique dining experience that will please the palate and soothe the soul. We serve the finest beef, freshest seafood, premium wines and naturally fresh vegetables. We hope to see you soon.

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Katie

Dined 1 day ago

Had to send my steak back 3x. Not what is used to be.

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La Cuisine French Restaurant

4.8

4.8 (2166)

$31 to $50

French

Ocala

About the restaurant

Located in the heart of beautiful downtown Ocala, La Cuisine offers an authentic selection of bistro dishes drawn from the various regions of France.
Our award-winning menu focuses on unprocessed ingredients. We use local, grass-fed, antibiotic free meat and poultry when available.
Everything you taste at La Cuisine is homemade and well portioned as if you were invited to our grandmother's table.

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Sonya

Dined 1 day ago

Friendly and inviting. The duck was tender and cooked perfectly. The beef bourgeois was well seasoned and fell apart. Highly recommended and can't wait for my next visit

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Black Prong Bar & Grill

4.8

4.8 (201)

$31 to $50

American

Gainesville

About the restaurant

Featuring a full bar, lite bites, and select entrees, the Black Prong Bar & Grill welcomes you to grab a cocktail, settle into our lounge area, and catch up with friends.

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Brianvip

Dined 7 days ago

Thanksgiving Dinner was really fantastic! The food was prepared well and presented really nicely. I thought all the staff was super friendly and made the evening enjoyable and for sure memorable. I would love to do this again. The bar service was great as well.

Remington's Prime Steakhouse

4.8

4.8 (256)

$31 to $50

Steakhouse

Ocala

About the restaurant

Prime Steak, Fresh seafoods , Bison Burgers and so much more. Fine dining with a Montana feel.

Top review

Thomas

Dined 2 days ago

Our first visit to Remington did not disappoint. Great meal from start to finish. Staff was friendly and efficient. We tried two appetizers, fried green tomatoes and the Goat cheese Bruschetta. Definitely big enough to share. Petite Filet Steaks were prepared to the correct temperature and tender! Wild mushrooms and smoked gouda potatoes were also hits. We'll return to try other items and hopefully get to dessert!

Braised Onion

4.6

4.6 (1718)

$30 and under

Comfort Food

Ocala

About the restaurant

Welcome to Braised Onion where we serve "Comfort Food with Attitude!" Our wonderful entrée & dessert selections are ALL homemade and will tickle your taste buds! We also offer a full-service liquor, wine and beer bar. Try our martini specials! Whether it's a big event or a quaint party, you will enjoy our fantastic food and a fun, colorful and festive atmosphere! There is a private banquet/dining room for your special event or just a quaint dinner out!

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Andris

Dined 7 days ago

Very lovely place. You feel the pride the owners have in your experience. Good food and very friendly and attentive staff.

Covey Kitchen + Cocktails

4.6

4.6 (258)

$30 and under

American

Gainesville

About the restaurant

Covey Kitchen and Cocktails offers a stellar menu crafted by Chef Andy Niedenthal with a focus on American cuisine with global influences. In 2022, the restaurant earned a coveted spot on Yelp's Top 100 Restaurants in the USA. Their hand-crafted cocktails earn rave reviews and the bar features an impressive wine list and local beers. The elegant culinary experience starts with complimentary valet parking. Indoor and outdoor seating is available.

Open seven days a week for breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
Brunch is available Sunday from 11am-2pm.
Live Jazz Sundays and Wednesdays

Valet parking is FREE for all guests

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OpenTable Diner

Dined on Sep 29, 2024

Comfortable chairs and great view. Lovely evening.

Elevation89

4.6

4.6 (20)

$30 and under

American

Ocala

About the restaurant

If you’re looking for a dining experience offering both excellent food and gorgeous table-side views, consider Elevation 89 At The Ocala Airport. Elevation 89 features American Cuisine in a unique atmosphere overlooking the runway and featuring nightly views of spectacular sunsets. The name of the 150-seat restaurant, established in 2021, references the pilot call signal for the Ocala airfield—which is itself based on the airport’s elevation at 89 feet above sea level.

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robert

Dined 5 days ago

shrimp and grits was amazing. short ribs melt in your mouth.

Wolfgang Puck Kitchen + Bar, The Brownwood Hotel & Spa

4.5

4.5 (1502)

$30 and under

American

Ocala

About the restaurant

The Brownwood Hotel & Spa offers one of the most recognized names in the culinary world, Chef Wolfgang Puck. Enjoy his unique twist on an American bar and grill with global-inspired cuisine and a lively atmosphere just around the corner from Brownwood Paddock Square. Pop in for a casual lunch, take items to-go, join us for a delectable brunch* experience, or linger for dinner. At Wolfgang Puck Kitchen + Bar, you can choose indoor or outdoor patio seating. Plus, we accommodate larger parties with two private event spaces.

Happy hour offered daily at the bar only from 3 to 5pm
*Brunch is offered on Saturday & Sundays only

Top review

OpenTable Diner

Dined 7 days ago

Fabulous. Everything was delicious. Our server was wonderful and very attentive. Made Thanksgiving’s big day spectacular… Only reason for 4 stars was pizza because part of the family is from CA and has really really great pizza. But us locals love Wolfgang’s pizza!

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Pork Schnitzel

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18 South

4.3

4.3 (30)

$50 and over

Oyster Bar

Ocala

About the restaurant

18 South is a dining experience with menu items from all over the world. Taste oysters from cold Atlantic/Pacific regions, caviar from Russia, king crab from Norway, and A5 Waygu from Japan's finest cattle. Our spirits and wine list is A+. Our dining atmosphere is a modern look from an 1895 restored building that looks over Ocala's town square. Sit and relax while our player Steinway piano plays for you; and enjoy.

Top review

Brenda

Dined on Oct 20, 2024

Overall, we had an excellent experience. Our waitress was exceptional, and the food was quite good. The drinks were probably more reasonable, and the food itself was a little bit on the pricier side. The reason I didn’t give five stars is because you had to buy the bread. This would have been fine, but they were five of the thinnest slices and short of an herb bread that you could ever imagine! All five slices combined were like having one piece of bread. I think this is something that the restaurant needs to reconsider.

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