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Why are Crave Hot Dog locations closing across the country?

In the months before and after Crave Hot Dogs & BBQ briefly opened and closed in Ocala, at least ten other franchise locations have suffered similar fates and closed within short timeframes. 

New Ocala food truck serving seafood sandwiches and Puerto Rican appetizers

A new food truck that specializes in seafood sandwiches and Puerto Rican appetizers has just opened for business and is regularly selling out of the Ocala Food Trucks village in Marion Oaks.

Have you tried this New York-style pizza in south Ocala?

A pizzeria that opened recently in south Ocala announced that it will expand its hours and days of operation.

Villager loves Ocala, travels to city for ‘great dining experiences’

"Although I live in The Villages, if I want a great dining experience, I usually drive to Ocala" - A resident of The Villages who wrote in to name a few of her favorite places to eat in Ocala says she loves the city and its restaurants. What are your favorite places to eat in Ocala?

New Mexican restaurant opens in downtown Ocala

A new Mexican restaurant has opened in downtown Ocala, replacing the former Cuban restaurant that occupied the space for the past several years.

New Ocala food truck village open 7 days a week

Over two dozen food trucks serving a variety of cuisines, including Mexican, Jamaican, Puerto Rican, and Dominican, are now open for business weekly in Marion Oaks. 

Biggby Coffee opens new location in Ocala

A new coffee shop in Ocala celebrated its grand opening this week. 

Ocala restaurant closes for 9th time since 2022 due to roaches

A Chinese restaurant that failed four consecutive health inspections last August due to rodent and roach activity was forced to close again last week after failing another four consecutive health inspections. 

Ocala diner temporarily closes due to roaches

A diner in southwest Ocala was forced to temporarily shut down last week after roaches were spotted during a health inspection.

Steakhouse soft opening new location in west Ocala

A new steakhouse in west Ocala is currently in the midst of a soft opening as it prepares to take reservations next month.

Bundt cake franchise working on first Ocala location

A bundt cake business with hundreds of locations across the nation is working on its first location in Ocala. 

Sewage backup in employee bathroom shuts down Dunnellon restaurant

A restaurant in Dunnellon was temporarily closed last week after sewage and wastewater began backing up through the floor drains.

Mexican restaurant replacing Cuban spot in downtown Ocala

A family who operated a Cuban restaurant along a major thoroughfare in Ocala for over three years has sold the business to new owners, who are converting the business into a Mexican restaurant. 

Wood-fired pizza on wheels: New artisanal caterer serving Ocala

A new mobile catering company that is serving up artisanal pizzas made in a wood-fired oven is promising to deliver an experience that is a "slice above the rest" all around Ocala. 

Akbar Indian Cuisine closes Ocala restaurant

A restaurant that served authentic Indian cuisine has closed its location in Ocala after a year and a half in business. 

New drive-thru coffee shop opening locations in Belleview, Ocala, Dunnellon

A coffee franchise with plans to expand in Ocala and Dunnellon will celebrate the grand opening of a new location in Belleview next week.

Blue Highway Pizzeria closes location on Silver Springs Blvd

An Ocala pizzeria has closed its location along Silver Springs Boulevard after a decade in business.

Cookie chain working on first Ocala location

The fastest-growing cookie company in the United States that features an ever-rotating menu with over 200 flavors is currently working on its first location in Ocala.

New coffee spot in southwest Ocala nearing completion

A new coffee shop under construction in southwest Ocala says it will announce its grand opening date soon. 

What are the highest-rated restaurants in Ocala?

We compiled a list of the highest-rated restaurants in Ocala. Check out our top ten and share your thoughts.

Cupcake bakery in southwest Ocala hosting grand opening celebration

A cupcake bakery that reopened at a familiar location in Ocala several months ago is hosting a grand opening celebration this weekend.

Popeyes reopens in Ocala, more than a year after roof collapse

The Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen located on Pine Avenue in Ocala has finally reopened following an 18-month closure to repair damage caused by a storm.

What new restaurants opened in Ocala in 2023?

Over two dozen new (or relocated) restaurants celebrated grand openings in Ocala this year. Check out our list and share your comments on your experiences at these local eateries.

Biggby Coffee working on first location in Ocala

A new coffee shop will soon be open in southwest Ocala.