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Food & Drink
3 months ago
Haagen-Dazs to Celebrate First Ocala Location with Grand Opening, Free Ice Cream

Haagen-Dazs is officially bringing its premium ice cream to downtown Ocala with the grand opening of its first local shop on July 30.

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Food & Drink
3 months ago
Multi-Restaurant and Entertainment Concept The Forge Begins Soft Opening in Midtown Ocala

The Forge has officially entered its soft opening phase, with six restaurant concepts now open and additional businesses planned in the coming weeks and months.

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Food & Drink
3 months ago
Gainesville Asian Food Festival Brings New Flavors to Depot Station

Gainesville’s Asian Food Festival started on Friday and continues Saturday and Sunday from 3-11 p.m. at Depot Park.

Food & Drink
3 months ago
Looking for a Chill Spot in Oxford to Unwind Without the Booze? Meet Kavana Kava Bar Central

Kavana Kava Bar Central Brings South Pacific relaxation and community connection to Oxford.

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Native Advertising
3 months ago
Why Outback Steakhouse Is Worth a Second Look in Ocala—Especially with This 50% Off Deal

If it’s been a while since your last visit to Outback Steakhouse, now’s a great time to rediscover the Australian-inspired favorite. Starting July 14, NCFL Deals is offering a $50 gift certificate for just $25, making steakhouse dining in Ocala more affordable than ever.

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Features
3 months ago
Tyla Kennedy to Open Leaf and Vine in Ocala: Fresh Bowls, Salads & Exceptional Customer Service at The Forge

Ocala entrepreneur Tyla Kennedy is building a healthful, helpful and human restaurant empire one concept at a time.

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Food & Drink
3 months ago
New Wolfy’s Reopens in East Ocala with Renovated Space, New Menu and Familiar Hospitality

One of Ocala’s most recognizable restaurants has reopened under new ownership.

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Native Advertising
3 months ago
Take Your Summer Dining to New Heights at Elevation 89 in Ocala

From chef-crafted cuisine and runway sunset views to summer happy hour specials, Elevation 89 offers one of Ocala’s most distinctive dining experiences. For a limited time, diners can also enjoy a special savings opportunity through NCFL Deals.

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Business
3 months ago
Here Are Some of the New Businesses that Opened in the 352 in June 2026

Coffee, grocery and restaurant brands are all among the businesses to open their doors in the North Central Florida area in June.

The exterior of a pub with grey, concrete walls sits at the corner of a street. The front of the building has a black awning above a door on the left and two windows to the right. Chair line the wall under the windows on the right. A sign toward the top of the building reads, "The Black Sheep" and a smaller sign to the right of the door reads "128." In front of the building is a planter with green plants filling the entirety of the planter with a tree toward the right and a light pole reaching up through the tree.
Food & Drink
3 months ago
Black Sheep on Broadway: Woman-Owned Ocala Gastropub Thrives Amid Economic Challenges with Inclusive Events and Smart Specials

The Downtown Ocala restaurant started with a barroom focus in 2019 but now boasts a full menu and multiple weekly events.