Ocala · Marion County, FL
Where to take visiting family in Ocala
Scout analyzed 95 Ocala places and surfaced the ones that actually fit visiting family.
Places analyzed
95
Matches
24
Typical spend
—
Typical visit
1.3 hr
Scout-verified spots
Historic Downtown Ocala
Big Hammock Brewery & Bites
North Magnolia Business District
100 Proof Saloon
Historic Downtown Ocala
Harry's Seafood,Bar & Grille
Hip spot fixing up New Orleans-inspired fare, from jambalaya to signature cocktails.
Food & Drink
The Crazy Cucumber 352 Eatery and Bar
Colorful, modern tavern offering inventive American grub, a full bar & outdoor seating.
Food & Drink
The Polo Pony
Food & Drink
B D Bean's Coffee Company
Food & Drink
Ipanema Brazilian Steak House
Churrascaria with a salad bar & all-you-can-eat roasted meats served tableside by gaucho waiters.
Nightlife
Flying Boat Tap Room LLC
Historic Downtown Ocala
Bank Street Patio Bar
Burgers, sandwiches & steak, plus wine & cocktails in a trendy destination featuring a patio.
The Ocala Strip
Charlie Horse
Playful restaurant & bar offering typical pub grub & a full bar, plus happy hours, karaoke & music.
Food & Drink
Remington’s Prime Steakhouse
Food & Drink
Salted Brick at Ocala Preserve
Food & Drink
Biggby Coffee
Cheery regional coffeehouse chain serving specialty drinks, smoothies & baked goods.
Food & Drink
Live Fire Chefs
Food & Drink
Chelsea Coffee Company
Food & Drink
The Coffee Snob Roaster
Food & Drink
Stirrups Restaurant
Food & Drink
Braised Onion
Casual space with vibrant artwork serving eclectic comfort eats such as meatloaf & chicken pot pie.
Food & Drink
Elevation 89
The Ocala Strip
Mesa de Notte
Family-owned Italian choice with a warm atmosphere for elevated cuisine, wine & cocktails.
Food & Drink
Depot on Magnolia
Historic Downtown Ocala
Symmetry Coffee Company
Historic Downtown Ocala
Ivy on the Square
Southern-inspired cuisine is the specialty of this elegant restaurant in a circa-1890 building.
Historic Downtown Ocala
District Bar and Kitchen
Outdoors
Patio, trail, or open-air.
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