Local Directory

Bank Street

Outdoor seating, craft cocktails, and live music on select nights. One of downtown Ocala's best spots for a night out.

Baseline Bar & Billiards

No-frills neighborhood bar with pool tables, cold beer, and a jukebox. The kind of dive bar where you can shoot pool in peace and nobody rushes you.

Black Prong Whiskey Bar & Grill

Whiskey bar and grill in Ocala.

Brick City Southern Kitchen

Downtown Ocala's award-winning Southern kitchen and whiskey bar from the Mojo BBQ family. Low-and-slow smoked meats, scratch-made sides, and one of America's Top 100 Bourbon Bars with 300+ whiskeys. The pitmasters fire up at 3 AM.

C & D Coliseum

Charlie Horse Bar & Grill

Neighborhood bar and grill on Silver Springs Blvd in Ocala serving American fare with daily specials. Known for karaoke nights, DJ Bingo, and a lively local crowd with indoor and outdoor seating.

District Bar & Kitchen

Ocala's 2025 Restaurant of the Year. Elevated bar classics, handcrafted cocktails, and live music in a high-energy downtown atmosphere.

District Bar and Kitchen

Ocala's 2025 Restaurant of the Year — a 6,700-square-foot two-story downtown venue with Detroit-style pizza, a locally-sourced brisket burger blend, craft cocktails, live music, and the best rooftop views in the 352.

FONDA DULCE JESUS MIO OCALA

Authentic Latin American restaurant and nightlife spot in Ocala serving traditional dishes in a festive atmosphere. A vibrant spot for Latin food, music, and dancing.

Gator's Dockside Ocala

Family-friendly sports-bar chain offering American fare, including signature grilled chicken wings.

Mellow Mushroom Ocala

Funky pizza joint in downtown Ocala's historic district serving stone-baked specialty pies, 24 draft beers, and craft cocktails. The trippy decor is as fun as the menu, and gluten-free and vegan options are available.

Milano Italian Grille

Italian restaurant in Ocala serving classic pasta dishes, wood-fired pizza, and fresh seafood in a comfortable setting. A reliable pick for a sit-down Italian dinner.

Mimi's Cafe

Casual chain restaurant serving French & American staples in a rustic-inspired setting.

Mojo's-Food. Music. Soul. (Ocala Location)

Live music venue and restaurant serving BBQ, burgers, and Southern comfort food with a side of blues and rock. The stage hosts local and touring acts, and the vibe is pure Ocala soul.

Mustangs & Mulligans

Bar at Golden Oaks Country Club, Ocala.

Norton's

Local bar and live music venue in the Ocala area.

O'Malley's Alley

A longtime Ocala favorite for live music in a classic pub setting. Reliable lineup of local and regional acts.

Red Robin Gourmet Burgers and Brews

Casual burger chain known for bottomless steak fries and a massive menu of gourmet burgers. The campfire sauce is addictive, and the kids menu keeps families coming back.

Terrace on the Square

Rooftop bar atop the Hilton Garden Inn in downtown Ocala. Creative cocktails, appetizer specials, and panoramic views of the Square. Open Sun-Thu 4-11pm, Fri-Sat 4pm-midnight.

Terry's Place

Laid-back hangout offering huge portions of American grill fare plus a bar with sports on TV.

The Black Sheep on Broadway

Locally owned, woman-led restaurant and bar in downtown Ocala, open since 2019. Features live music on weekends, weekday happy hours, and a full menu of American pub fare in the heart of the historic district.

The Blue Gator

Live music venue in Ocala featuring local and regional bands.

The Firehouse Urban Axe Throwing Ocala - Now At Crave!

Urban axe throwing lanes combined with Crave's food and drink menu. A fun group activity for date nights, team outings, or just blowing off steam with a cold beer in hand.

The Thirsty Cobbler

Ocala's first speakeasy. Password-required entry, handcrafted cocktails around $12, vintage Prohibition-era decor, and intimate seating for about 20. No food served. Opens at 6pm nightly.