50 Best Dog Friendly Restaurants Ocala

“Went to the Howloween get together for the fur babies and Bella ( my Chihuahua) was allowed to be in the big dog contest because she thinks shes a big dog lol and she won a trophy 🏆 for being a cute Hotdog 🌭 It was a nice get together with stuff for doggies and stuff for hoomans.“

“Went last night for the first time but absolutely will not be the last. I had scallops and they were great! My husband had fish and it was cooked perfectly!! Another lady had the shrimp and she gave me one to try. As good or better than any you get on the coast. You will not be disappointed if you want good food at reasonable prices!!!“

“Absolutely lovely space and amazing owners! Great small business to support and feel good about it 💜“

“Uniquely created dishes cooked and seasoned to perfection. Chef Walter does a unparalleled job! we weren't disappointed, just amazed!“

“Huge menu, good prices and portions, service was great, really nice atmosphere. My partner and I like to try new restaurants and were sooo happy to discover this gem! We will definitely be back, it was way better than any chain restaurant in Ocala!“

“Best damn philly ever!“

“Fast service. Great staff. EXCELLENT pulled pork!! Highly recommend.“

“Lindsay was our waitress and was outstanding! Food was delicious. Will be back“

“This is a great place to relax.“

“I’ve been going to Big Hammock for many years the staff is amazing. Owner is awesome. Food is next level and I eat lunch often. Best Ramen Noodle soup ever“

“Excellent in every way!! Food, Service, cleanliness, decor, service, cooking excellent in every way!!!“

“Been there twice in the last month. Love their food and service. The 30 minute call ahead is wonderful. I had the Cajun seared ahi tuna last time and it was perfect. Asked for (spicy stuff on the side) Husband has had salmon twice. Best he has ever had. Drink prices are also reasonable. Highly recommend!!“

“Best place to hang out in Ocala. You should try their breakfast menu, it is great and the espresso is amazing. Lunch and dinner were also great. Wine selection is very selective with a very good variety. Love this place!“

“Great service and food. Lunch with a dear friend. Menu accommodated is both.“

“I have to say this place is the best. They have the BEST ice cream and so many options to choose from. We love coming here. We get to eat ice cream, listen to fun music, and the kids get to play with bubbles, chalk and hula hoops. It's honestly my kids favorite thing to do. The staff is amazing and so friendly, especially the manager. If your looking for a delicious treat and a fun time I HIGHLY recommend.“

“Great customer service and the food was great also. 10 out of 10 I recommend!“

“What a wonderful location and a fantastic Team. My networking group had our first in-person event here and the entire team was accommodating, helpful, and generous. The facility is clean and beautiful, and the staff were amazing! An elegant experience to say the least. Thank you.“

“Franco’s Italian Restaurant in Ocala is absolutely amazing! The food is delicious, portions are very large, and the prices are great for the quality you get. The staff is wonderful—very friendly and welcoming. Our server (Ashley) was extremely knowledgeable about the entire menu, which made ordering easy and enjoyable. The food came out fast and hot, and everything was perfectly prepared. We will definitely be recommending Franco’s and will be back again!“

“Delicious! I had a batido (milkshake) and it brought me back to Miami. They have flavors like guava, mamey, mango along with banana, very sweet and refreshing. Not thick like an American milkshake. The food is awesome too!“

“I enjoyed my visit at Keke's today Restaurant was very nice Im a retired waitress my server was Brittany and she was amazing with a beautiful smile very attentive just what I look for from a server The Store Manager Came around Very Nice Gentleman observed him going from table to table asking the guest was everything Okay with the food and Service and it was will be coming back hope I see Brittany will request her“

“I went to your Brownwood location in Wildwood order full rack of ribs they gave me half a rack it was dry barely had sauce on it managers says he don't sell full racks been there before got full rack 3 times why is it different this time paid same price I can't eat it I know I came in at 11pm y'all close at 12 they could of said kitchen closed it ruined my dinner I worked 8 hours today didn't wanna cook to spend 25 dollars to get food that can't be eaten not cool“

“great punk hardcore shows great doorman named Andrew he check's ID's at the door and collects the cover at the door fast fun and friendly bar“

“Excellent food and service 😍“

“My friend Carmen and I visited El Rinconcito on Thursday. The burrito Jalesco was amazing. Our service was so friendly and attentive. Definitely a must in Ocala“

“Crumbl never disappoints when it comes to big, bold cookies. The presentation is always beautiful, and the cookies smell amazing the second you open the box. Just super soft, thick, and gooey inside. Some flavors can be very sweet, but if you love rich desserts, it’s perfect. The rotating weekly menu keeps things exciting, and there’s always at least one flavor that becomes a new favorite. Overall, Crumbl is a fun treat when you want something indulgent and over the top!“

“Had breakfast at Big Man’s this morning and it was fantastic. My wife and I highly recommend it. Go with the Country omelette it was great.“

“I absolutely love this place...
Italian ice I've tried in the past has been somewhat crunchy and icey (if that makes sense). This is smoother, creamier, and just delicious! My favorite is cookie butter and vanilla ice cream with cookie butter crumbles. (As shown in the photo.) My daughter likes the strawberry lemon and blue raspberry. I have never tried a flavor or flavorite that I didn't like... Although, obviously I prefer some more than others. Most of the employees are very friendly and helpful too.

However, they lost a point because one of my pet peeves is when a business closes before it is scheduled to. I have worked in retail and food service so I get it... No one likes when someone comes in last minute. But sometimes isht happens. Like for for instance... Last night my car wouldn't start when leaving to come there. There's a short draining my battery that I plan on fixing this weekend. So by the time I got there it was like 5 minutes until they closed. Again, I try not to make a habit of showing up to places right before they close. But had the guy just said I'm sorry but I just shut the registers down for the night I would have gladly accepted that. But he seen me there and just ignored me. And there was someone pulling out of the drive thru as I was pulling in... Not sure if they did the same to them. But it is bad business. Had you taken my order I would have left you a nice tip because I felt bad. (And I try to tip when I can anyways.) But if you weren't going to take my order then communicate that, don't just leave me sitting there for 5 minutes... Because that's when people get pissed.

Ohh and I LOVE the rewards program and the app. They have challenges every month where you can get free items too!“

“Very good bakery and Italian deli items. Family owned and operated.“

“This place has a great vibe, a quick and attentive staff, and I'm a fan of their Winfinite brew. I'll be back for sure.“

“Wow amazing food but know what was even better this beautiful woman named Kristen amazing service friendly funny 5⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐s definitely going back ??️“

“We enjoyed great food and our server Pat was amazing.“

“they are both skilled artists and talented pizza chefs. May the bears and sharks find peace among each other. Five out of Five Stars. Would recommend.“

“Legit burger place! liked everything about it. Customizable sandwiches, options for vegetarians and vegans, friendly staff. I really cant find anything to complain about. Will come again when i want to eat too much comfort food.“

“Great drinks but bar service is terrible! The wait is ridiculously long, and there is 4 bartenders tonight.“

“Best lasagne I have ever had! Wonderful service from James and attentive manager! Food came quickly and was hot and fresh! Sauce is very flavorful. Calamari was incredibly tender! Quiet and romantic inside as well.“

“I have to say this place is the best. They have the BEST ice cream and so many options to choose from. We love coming here. We get to eat ice cream, listen to fun music, and the kids get to play with bubbles, chalk and hula hoops. It's honestly my kids favorite thing to do. The staff is amazing and so friendly, especially the manager. If your looking for a delicious treat and a fun time I HIGHLY recommend.“

“Obscure Mexican restaurant on the side of the road in between nothing! I was greeted as soon as I walked in the door the place was not packed it was a Thursday dinner time they had outdoor seating plus a bar area. They had a wide variety on the menu. The chips were hot the salsa was fresh the cilantro hadn't even wilted yet in the salsa! The enchiladas we're hot they came out fast there was a large portion of rice and beans I also got a side of the Berea Taco because I want to try it and it was very good I will definitely be getting those again. Topped off the meal with their fried ice cream it was very good the display was very good the service was very good.“

“Stumbled upon this gem on road trip back from Florida. Great burgers made fresh and served hot. The waffle fries are solid. Milk shake was okay. I will be returning whenever I pass thru. Hoping to get one closer to home in the future.“

“Stephanie was absolutely fantastic! From the moment we sat down, she was friendly, attentive, and genuinely welcoming. Her drink recommendations were spot-on, and everything was made perfectly. You can tell she truly cares about her guests and takes pride in her craft. She made our experience memorable, and we’ll definitely be back because of her!“

“great food and atmosphere. Staff friendly and helpful“

“Dinner tonight was fabulous. They didn’t have mozzarella sticks so that was a little disappointing but the quality of everything they did have made up for it. From the bread all the way to the pasta, everything was fresh and tasty and so filling! We had to take half of all of our meals home. This location really is top notch.“

“Great food good service“

“The food was amazing, beautiful, clean and great service! Hidden gem in a gas station, who would've guessed!“

“I don’t go out often (or at all) but when I do I love hitting up bankstreet! It’s in a great location, awesome drinks, always something new to try, I love their sweet thai chicken wings! Im a person of comfort so my bartender is always Mario, super funny, super sweet, brings such a great energy even during a rush! He’s truly awesome and would recommend going to him if you just had a day and need someone to talk and grab a drink!“

“Best Italian stop for food on my way back to Port St Lucie. May find work near here just to visit more often.“

“Our visit to Culver's restaurant on SR-200 was delightful. As usual the restaurant was busy and after placing our order it took nearly 15-minutes to get our food delivered to the table.
We ordered two sandwiches, a double butter burger and a grilled chicken sandwich, also a cup of chicken noodle soup. Both sandwiches included fries and were delicious! And the soup was good.
The server was nice and the restaurant appeared clean and neat. It was a very good lunch experience, a place that I would highly recommend.“

“We had a make your own salad bowl (edible and delish) and three street tacos. The chicken, carne asada, and the sweet pork... ALL so delicious!! Pricing is great especially if you compare to a whole meal at McD's, being almost the same price! Will be back again for sure!!“

“Pretty decent pizza place for something quick and cheap to grab but the sauce was freezing cold and the pizza slices were barely cut but the big slices were enjoyable. They didn't have the $5 pizza deal anymore which sucked, it's what my spouse and I were hoping for but again they're not very expensive. I just wish they took cash tips for delivery orders, just card payments.“

“The only thing better than the food was the service. We were greeted with a great smile from Andrew when he took our order. He also checked on us to make sure we had everything we needed and refilled our drinks. Excellent service from this young man!“

“The food was delicious! Our server was exceptional, very attentive, super nice, very detail-oriented,she was on top of everything. I had dinner and the ambiance was calm and relaxing. The staff in general were excellent. I highly recommend this location 👌“