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Explosion at Japanese steakhouse in Ocala sends two people to hospital

Two people were hospitalized on Thursday evening after suffering burns in an explosion at a Japanese steakhouse in Ocala.

Chipotle opens second Ocala location

Chipotle Mexican Grill has a new location in Ocala.

Levitt AMP Ocala Music Series returns next month, food trucks needed

The City of Ocala is looking for local food trucks to participate in the 2023 Levitt AMP Ocala Music Series, which returns to Webb Field on Friday, April 14.  

Ocala seeks company to operate cafe inside Mary Sue Rich Community Center

The City of Ocala is currently seeking a qualified company to lease and operate a cafe inside the Mary Sue Rich Community Center at Reed Place.

Ocala firefighters extinguish small fire inside Wendy’s

A small fire ignited inside a Wendy’s fast-food restaurant in Ocala on Saturday evening.

Friday Foodie Fest returns to Belleview later this month, vendors needed

The Friday Foodie Fest is set to return to Belleview later this month, and the city is looking for local vendors that would like to participate in the recurring event.

BubbaQue’s BBQ in Dunnellon temporarily closed after health inspector finds live roaches

BubbaQue’s BBQ in Dunnellon was forced to temporarily close its doors last week after an inspector found 26 health code violations, including the presence of roach activity.

Multiple restaurants in Marion County to remain open on Thanksgiving

Marion County residents who are looking to dine out this Thanksgiving will have multiple restaurants to choose from.

Marion County Chili Cook-Off returns to Southeastern Livestock Pavilion this Saturday

The Marion County Chili Cook-Off will return to the Southeastern Livestock Pavilion this Saturday for its 41st installment.

Darrell’s Diner in Ocala temporarily closed for 18 health code violations during failed inspection

Darrell’s Diner in Ocala was forced to close its doors after a health inspector found 18 health code violations, including four that were considered high priority.

Good Time Bar & Grill in Belleview temporarily closed after health inspector finds roaches

The Good Time Bar & Grill in Belleview was temporarily closed last week after a health inspector observed roach activity inside the restaurant.

Ocala Downtown Diner temporarily closed after health inspection failure

The Ocala Downtown Diner was forced to temporarily close its doors last week after an inspector found over a dozen health code violations, including the presence of roach activity.

The Jerk Bowl in Ocala temporarily closed after several failed health inspections

The Jerk Bowl in Ocala was forced to close its doors after a health inspector found over a dozen health code violations, including the presence of roach activity.

Eggs Over Farmhouse Kitchen temporarily closed after health inspector finds roaches, excrement

Eggs Over Farmhouse Kitchen in Ocala was forced to close its doors this past week after a health inspector found roaches inside the eatery.

Marion County Chili Cook-Off returning to Southeastern Livestock Pavilion in November

The Marion County Chili Cook-Off will return to the Southeastern Livestock Pavilion later this fall for its 41st installment. 

City of Ocala seeking company to lease, operate cafe inside Mary Sue Rich Community Center

The City of Ocala is looking for a qualified company to lease and operate a 185 square-foot cafe inside the Mary Sue Rich Community Center at Reed Place, which is currently under construction.

Big Man’s Cafe opens in northeast Ocala

Big Man’s Cafe, a restaurant offering "southern food with soul," recently celebrated its grand opening in northeast Ocala.

Gator Joe’s temporarily closed after health inspection failure

Gator Joe's in Ocklawaha was temporarily closed earlier this week after an inspector cited five health code violations, including the presence of rodent activity.

Ocala restaurant among Yelp’s top 100 in Florida

A restaurant in Ocala was recently recognized by Yelp as being one of the top 100 restaurants in the state of Florida for 2022.

Tip-a-Cop event heading to Mojo Grill & Catering

On Friday, June 10, Marion County Sheriff’s Office deputies will become celebrity waiters at The Mojo Grill & Catering to raise money for Special Olympics Florida.

KFC celebrates grand opening in east Ocala with ribbon cutting ceremony

A new KFC in east Ocala officially opened its doors to hungry customers last month, and the grand opening was celebrated with a ribbon cutting ceremony.

Kings Jamaican Jerk and BBQ Center temporarily closed after health inspection failure

Kings Jamaican Jerk and BBQ Center in Ocala was temporarily closed last week after an inspector cited 14 health code violations, including the presence of rodent and roach activity.

Denny’s purchases Keke’s Breakfast Cafe in $82.5 million deal

On Tuesday, Denny's announced the purchase of Orlando-based Keke's Breakfast Cafe in a $82.5 million deal. Keke's has 50-plus locations, including one at Shady Oaks Shopping Center in Ocala (2427 SW 27th Avenue), and each location will continue to operate independently from Denny's.

Jeremiah’s Italian Ice preparing to open second location in Ocala

On April 26, Jeremiah’s Italian Ice will celebrate the grand opening of its newest West Ocala location at 9121 SW State Road 200, Suite 4.