MARION COUNTY, FL (352today.com) – The 352 just keeps on growing, and added myriad new businesses from Gainesville to Ocala, including some online-only concerns. We’re talking restaurants, a tattoo studio, ice cream, apparel… and, yes, more drive-thru coffee.
Here are some of the businesses that opened in the North Central Florida area in January 2026
The latest entry into the 352’s wide spectrum of drive-thru coffee spots soft-opened before the end of 2025, but its official grand opening brought its 20,000 possible beverage combinations to Belleview in mid-January. 5530 SE Abshier Blvd., Belleview. 479-358-9274
The former House of Pain Tattoo in Gainesville is now 43rd Street, with Cindy’s son Brian, aka Kuntry, taking over ownership. 2632 NW 43rd St., Ste. 5140, Gainesville. 352-301-1918
This charming place opened in the historic Diamond Suites building to offer tea service, desserts, charcuterie and more. 917 E. Silver Springs Blvd., Ocala. 352-244-8368
This classic American ice cream brand opened its standalone latest location in Ocala on Jan. 10. 2708 SW College Rd., Ocala. 352-789-6631
This Alachua County-based mail-order clothing company is the brainchild of U.S. servicemember Rob Glessing, and is heavy on inspiring t-shirts. The company also donates a portion of its proceeds to the military and first responder-focused Tunnel to Towers Foundation.
This just-opened addition to the World Equestrian Center’s array of dining options is located at the still-crazy-new Equestrian Manor and focuses on upscale Italian dining. 8050 NW 17th Pl. #530, Ocala. 352-844-8780
Travel advisor Jessica Nathan hung out her shingle last month to help folks find, book and save on perfect vacations; she can be reached via the website linked above or by calling 305-405-1510.
KDD is a deep-tech venture studio and startup incubator.
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The newest Ocala Walmart opened with much fanfare on Jan. 28. Tim Tebow was there. 3535 SE Maricamp Rd., Ocala.
Like the aforementioned Genievieve’s, The White Willow is a new addition to WEC Ocala’s culinary offerings, this one a rooftop Asian dining and entertainment experience at Equestrian Manor. 1750 NW 80th Ave., Ocala. 352-414-7900