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Amrit Palace

2635 SW College Rd, Ocala, FL 34474 · 352-873-8500

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Avg. Entrée: $$1 - $15
Reservations: Available
Dress: BC, CBC: Business Casual
C: Casual
Outdoor Dining: None

OCALA. Masterfully crafted Indian food anchors the strong reputation of this much-loved restaurant. Since 1996, Amrit Palace has been a source of culinary pleasure for inductees into the delights of nan, tandoori chicken and samosas. The scents alone are enough to let you know something terrific's in store, and once lamb curry and shrimp masala are delivered to your table, the promise is confirmed. Portions are generous, vegetarians are easily accommodated, and set, multi-course meals please diners who like to sample lots of dishes.

Ayuttaya Thai Cuisine

2437 SW 27th Ave, Ocala, FL 34474 · 352-237-3433

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Avg. Entrée: $$1 - $15
Reservations: Available
Dress: BCBC: Business Casual
Outdoor Dining: None

OCALA. Sleek, soothing Ayuttaya envelops diners with rich wood tones, calming colors, and a wash of atmospheric lighting. It's the sort of place where you can impress clients or just bring the family for a well-prepared meal. Sample a classic like green curry or pad Thai, or venture into the specialties, which include whole red snapper, twice-cooked duck and soft-shell crabs. Vegetarian and noodle dishes satisfy more health-conscious diners, and you can even build an entire meal from the broad selection of appetizers.

Bella Luna Café

3425 SW College Rd, Ocala, FL 34474 · 352-237-9155

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Avg. Entrée: $$$16 - $30
Reservations: Recommended
Dress: BC, CBC: Business Casual
C: Casual
Outdoor Dining: None

OCALA. Favored for its romantic atmosphere and sensational Northern Italian cuisine, Bella Luna is often the destination of choice for special occasions. No matter your taste, you're certain to find something to satisfy it, from pastas and risottos to seafood, chicken, veal and pork. Fresh salads and zesty pizzas can also be found, and children can select dishes from their own brief menu. Attentive service increases the appeal, as does valet parking – which adds a nice touch of elegance.

Branding Iron of Ocala

4201 NE Jacksonville Rd, Ocala, FL 34479 · 352-351-9111

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Dress: CC: Casual
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OCALA. Unassuming from the outside and comfortably casual inside, Branding Iron is like a familiar neighbor who can be counted on whenever the need arises. Tasty, affordable steaks and seafood are the claim to fame, but the menu extends further, offering pastas, chicken, pork, veal and ribs. Daily specials also expand the possibilities, and regulars can't get enough of weekly, all-you-can-eat dinners that feature fried fish or crab legs. To cap the whole experience, treat yourself to a slice of homemade cheesecake.

Felix's

917 E Silver Springs Blvd, Ocala, FL 34470 · 352-629-0339

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Avg. Entrée: $$$16 - $30
Reservations: Recommended
Dress: BCBC: Business Casual
Outdoor Dining: None

OCALA. A historic Victorian home plays host to this award-winning downtown establishment. Its owners, Marge and Loring Felix, take great pride in the restaurant, and regulars applaud the solid enterprise by returning again and again. Tops among the menu items are pecan-crusted snapper, grilled scallops and any of the succulent steaks. Felix's offers full and half portions of its main courses, a boon to light eaters and those wanting to sample more than one option.

Harry's Seafood, Bar, and Grille

24 SE 1st Ave, Ocala, FL 34471 · 352-840-0900

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Dress: CC: Casual
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OCALA. With a few locations scattered around the region, Harry's keeps locals supplied with fantastic food and fun atmosphere. Seafood is the specialty, from an appetizer of seared ahi tuna to the day's fresh catch or pan-seared crab cakes. A N'awlins sensibility colors the menu and the restaurant, so you'll also find jambalaya and oyster po'boys. If you're in the mood for more than great eats, happy hour specials are available, and live music wakes up the weekend crowd.

Horse & Hounds Restaurant

6998 NW Hwy 27, Ocala, FL 34482 · 352-620-2500

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OCALA. At H&H, equestrian prints and memorabilia pay homage to Ocala's training and breeding expertise. However, the accomplished cuisine quickly becomes the topic of conversation once diners dig into the menu offerings. Certified Angus beef is a perennial favorite, and pecan-crusted grouper is an award-winning must. Other upscale options include rack of lamb, trout almondine and even game dishes of venison and pheasant. Great wines and homemade desserts heighten the experience, and early-bird dinners are a great bargain before 6pm.

Huckleberry Finn's Restaurant

3821 NW Blitchton Rd, Ocala, FL 34482 · 352-402-0776

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Dress: CC: Casual
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OCALA. The fanciful premise to this restaurant is that Huck Finn inherited an island from his grandfather and ended up living there with Tom Sawyer and a crew of Caribbean cooks. Although the story may be far-fetched, the menu is solid, especially when it comes to seafood. Try flame-grilled grouper, fried catfish or shrimp creole. Other temptations include a rib-eye, coconut curry chicken, and beef or chicken kabobs. The relaxed place doesn't stand on formalities, but that's just the way Huck would have it!

Thai Ruby

3131 SW College Rd, College Park Plaza, Ocala, FL 34474 · 352-237-4949

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OCALA. Adorned with Thai textiles and artifacts, this appealing restaurant brings a taste of Asian authenticity to northern Florida. The cuisine is a revelation, boasting subtle flavors and accomplished technique. Options are myriad in every section of the menu, from chicken to seafood to vegetables. The exotic specialties, however, are the real treat. Two Friends Panang marries chicken, prawns and asparagus in a light curry sauce, and roast duck is prepared several different ways. Macrobiotic dishes are even available.

Tony's Sushi Japanese Steakhouse

3405 SW College Rd, Colours Plaza, Ocala, FL 34474 · 352-237-3151

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Dress: CC: Casual
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OCALA. Eminently accommodating, Tony's not only serves terrific food but treats customers incredibly well. As a result, folks return again and again for the pleasure of the experience. Five sushi chefs turn out a host of imaginative rolls, and they'll even take requests for items not on the regular menu. If you're not up for sushi, teppanyaki chefs prepare cooked items on a grill at your table, and noodle dishes, tempura selections and bento boxes are available. Always comfortable and fun.

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