Melissa’s guidebook
Food scene
This is a family owned restaurant, it is a local gem and you will find the ABSOLUTE BEST PIZZA, burgers, wings and more here!
Wise Guys Pizzeria
2653 NE 35th StThis is a family owned restaurant, it is a local gem and you will find the ABSOLUTE BEST PIZZA, burgers, wings and more here!
Delish food, adorable kitchen goods and other items for sale. Indoor and outdoor seating. I ADORE Stellas! HIGHLY RECOMMEND dropping in here if you are around the downtown Ocala area.
11 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Stella's Modern Pantry
20 SW Broadway StDelish food, adorable kitchen goods and other items for sale. Indoor and outdoor seating. I ADORE Stellas! HIGHLY RECOMMEND dropping in here if you are around the downtown Ocala area.
SHRIMP AND GRITS PLEASE! Brunch is incredible here and the atmosphere is just lovely!
27 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Ivy on the Square
53 S Magnolia AveSHRIMP AND GRITS PLEASE! Brunch is incredible here and the atmosphere is just lovely!
Sabores Latinos Restaurant and Catering
2515 NE 3rd StMesa de Notte
2436 E Silver Springs BlvdBEST RAMEN! Aways great service. Ask for Drew! Tell him Melissa sent you. 😝
17 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Big Hammock Brewery & Bites
103 SE 1st AveBEST RAMEN! Aways great service. Ask for Drew! Tell him Melissa sent you. 😝
Terry's Place
4121 NE 36th AveThe Gathering Cafe Ocala
306 SW 19th Avenue RdDELISH Breakfast, Brunch, Lunch, Coffee STICKY BUNS and more!
Braised Onion
754 NE 25th AveSightseeing
Silver Springs State Park is just a hop skip and a jump away from our cottage. You can spot monkeys, alligators, birds and all kinds of beautiful wildlife/nature scenes while kayaking the springs or just walking the park.
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Parque Estatal de Silver Springs
5656 East Silver Springs BoulevardSilver Springs State Park is just a hop skip and a jump away from our cottage. You can spot monkeys, alligators, birds and all kinds of beautiful wildlife/nature scenes while kayaking the springs or just walking the park.
Salt Springs Recreation Area
13851 FL-19Ocala Downtown Square
My favorite thrift store
Thrifting is always fun for me in new cities. This is a place I go to often to find unique goods while supporting the store.
Brothers Keeper
320 Northwest 10th StreetThrifting is always fun for me in new cities. This is a place I go to often to find unique goods while supporting the store.
Unique outings
A drive in theater is hard to find these days, the one here in Ocala is worth a visit during your stay.
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Ocala Drive-In
4850 S Pine AveA drive in theater is hard to find these days, the one here in Ocala is worth a visit during your stay.
Sky Zone Trampoline Park
2400 SW College RdJervy Gantt Park
2200 SE 36th AveBar
Great brunch spot. Love going out on dates with my husband here. Spacious, great atmosphere.
Bank Street Patio Bar
120 E Fort King StThe Lodge Brick City Craft Pub & Eatery
36 S Magnolia AveA speakeasy that you can only enter if you have the password. HINT: Find them on IG or Facebook for the password. ;)
Anti-Monopoly Drug Store
36 South Magnolia AvenueA speakeasy that you can only enter if you have the password. HINT: Find them on IG or Facebook for the password. ;)
Best local Coffee
Chelsea Coffee Company
3217 E Silver Springs BlvdDelightful Boutiques
The Mustard Seed Collection
56 SE 1st AveOwned by an amazing woman. Hope is a master a creating beautiful outfits and sells high quality second hand clothing, handbags, shoes and more!
The Wardrobe Exchange
500 SW 10th StOwned by an amazing woman. Hope is a master a creating beautiful outfits and sells high quality second hand clothing, handbags, shoes and more!