Best Shrimp and Grits in Ocala

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The Mojo Grill & Catering Company
The Mojo Grill & Catering Company
90/100 (3976 ratings)
Restaurants
Vegan Options
Bar
Bar
American
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
American
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Lunch
Brunch
Dinner
Tacos
Garlic Parmesan Wings
Bourbon Chicken Bowl
Sandwiches
South Beach Shrimp Tacos
Burger
Fajitas
10 Hot Wings
Bread Pudding
Rajun Cajun Pasta
Cuban Sandwich
Mojo's Mojito
Shrimp
Birthday cake
Shrimp and Grits
Southern Style Shrimp & Grits
Margaritas
Fish
Baby
Pork
Vaca Frita
Beer
Salad
Spinach Dip
Wings
Chips and Salsa
Chili
Side of Onion Rings
Hot Mess
Buffalo Wings
Tapas
Crawfish
Fish Taco
Fried Pickles
Bar
American
Takeout
Table Service
Television
Wheelchair Accessible
Live Music
Serves Alcohol
Parking Available
Highchairs Available
Full Bar
Free Wifi
Reservations
Outdoor Seating
Seating
Lunch
Brunch
Dinner
Mid-range
"Decided to visit last night for a quick meal. Despite it being really busy, we were sat right away, served promptly and the food and drinks were..."
Gareth John
"Genuinely a solid choice for a good meal and good service. We've visited here twice, each time the food was very delicious and the service was spot..."
Michael Niesen
"Awesome place to eat. Great food, service and atmosphere. Had the Rajun Cajun pasta with..."
Lanie Kell
"We really enjoyed the food! It was super fast, especially the appetizer. We got the hot mess to start off which was totally worth it. For the meal we..."
Holten Flinders
"A super big thank you for hosting Yesterdays Alzheimer's event. We had a great time at your venue and enjoyed the food. The servers were friendly,..."
Florida Jeep Rides
"Stopped here for lunch and really enjoyed it! Quick service, neat decor, great prices, and hefty portions. Bar inside along with outdoor covered..."
Frankie Painter
"Cuban Sandwich, quesadilla, rice and beans. All great. Mojo's has been a staple in the community for many years. Restaurant was busy but not..."
Ryan Warner
"This was our first time and WON’T be our last. Nick was our waiter. His attentiveness, and stellar customer service did NOT go unnoticed. Don’t..."
No Thanks
"So me & my partner planned on dining in, but plans changed so we called in our dinner for take out. I had the Chicken Rajun Cajun Pasta and he had..."
Selena
"Reason for lower scores is because we sat at a table almost 10 minutes before a server actually came over, and that was after I raised my hand and..."
Charlene Sieg
"We went two night there on our trip to Silver Springs. The restaurant is amazing. It was ery colorful and the atmosphere was good. The food was very..."
Ina Aiken
"I had the Buffalo tenders and a boss hogg! Great food. Service was polite and quick. Nice Cajun atmosphere. Definitely a fun place to bring the..."
Joshua White
"The food was good. The service was good. The lighting was a little odd but you got used to it. I'd go back. They had gluten-free options which is..."
Jeanne Sutton
"Friendly and fast service! Yes, they're open, nice and comfy seating indoor and outdoor. Great menu. This is not a boring place, a lot of interesting..."
Yvonne Ivy Anita
"We love Mojo’s! We’ve been to two of the locations and the food and service is consistent at both..."
Banjo’s World
Ivy House
Ivy House
88/100 (2275 ratings)
Restaurants
Vegan Options
American
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
American
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Lunch
Brunch
Dinner
Seafood Platters
Pimento Cheese Fritters
Filet Mignon
Baked Krispy Chicken
Sandwiches
Cod
Southern Grilled Mozzarella
Burger
Southern Shrimp Creole
Ceaser Salad
Fried shrimp
Shrimp
Bacon Wrapped Dates
BLT
Steak Dinner
Shrimp and Grits
White Chocolate Creme Brulee
Cakes
Lobster
Bread Pudding
Fish
French Onion Soup
Iced tea
Pasta
Raspberry Tea
Wine
Salad
Lump Crab Cakes
Seafood Scampi
Beer
Mac and cheese
Downtown French Dip
Prime rib
Salmon
Southern Stuffed Bloody Mary
Southern Fried Onion Rings
Sit down
American
Reservations
Takeout
Private Dining
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Serves Alcohol
Parking Available
Highchairs Available
Full Bar
Dinner
Lunch
Brunch
Mid-range
"Great "boutique" style restaurant. Highly suggest the Fried Green Tomatoes for an appetizer. The Baked Krispy Chicken was outstanding & the cheese..."
Andi Hilburn-Vaini
"This is an amazing restaurant! The ambiance is lovely and service is outstanding! We had dinner the 1st night to try them out for a possible future..."
April Dawn
"My go-to restaurant for some southern friendly yummyness!. Ok so you know how you want a restaurant that is both casual and nice at the same time?..."
Zoe.movement8
"Love this !. Great place to eat! The Crispy Chicken and Mac and Cheese are my favorites! They also have great fried shrimp and a wonderful homemade..."
Jsgator100
"This is our favorite place to eat..by far! Evelyn always greets us with a smile and in addition to the divine food....the service is excellant. You..."
April McDonald
"BEST FOOD EVER!!!. Me, my mom, and my daughters went to the ivy house with high hopes and they employees, food and hospitality exceeded all of my..."
Holly
"This place is absolutely incredible! If you grew up in the south, or enjoy reading Southern Living magazines, you will just love this place! It's a..."
Chelsea
"Great food, friendly service. Southern charm at its..."
JLee
"We were driving through Ocala today and at the recommendation of a friend, stopped at the Ivy House for lunch.  It’s a good thing this place..."
Cat
"My Husband and I went here because of a recommendation from a friend for my Birthday. He said that Josh would take great care of us and I will say it..."
Michelle Loskill
"A warm and welcoming atmosphere from the moment you arrive. The decor definitely sets the tone and makes you smile 😃 upon entry. You can dine to..."
Lori Bolte
"It’s so nice to finally have good food! The shrimp scampi was fabulous and oh my gosh, so flavorful! My husband had the seafood platter and ate..."
Jordan Shaw
"Great place in the heart of downtown Ocala. I found every aspect of this establishment to be fantastic from the quality and taste of the food, the..."
Oliver Lawrence
"Stopped in on a Saturday for an early lunch. We were greeted and seated immediately. The restaurant was bright and open but had a coziness to it...."
K. Hannon
"Loved this place. Very cozy and classy at the same time. Beautifully decorated. Food is some of the best around the square. Would definitely..."
Deyni Mejia-Zaccaro
"Recently visited for the first time and it was so, so good! This is a great spot for a nice lunch meet-up and would be great for a casual date. I..."
Banjo’s World
"Think Great Gatsby meets food perfection meets incredible ambiance with a touch of speak easy and excellent service. Hands down the best French dip..."
Nicole P
"Thanksgiving dinner was amazing. We were very pleased. The whole thing ran like a well-oiled machine! Fantastic all around..."
Tanya Murrah
"Overall we had a good night out. Went in on a Thursday night around 7. 2ppl no reservations walked right in. They had a big party in a private room..."
P K
"The food is great. Their desserts are amazing. We always have good service. They are a bit pricey but the food and service it is worth..."
Lila Dickinson
"Loved the crispy chicken dinner. Chicken, mac & cheese, cornbread, salad and roll were excellent. Veggies were a bit cold. But awesome dinner and..."
Barbara Blamphin
"Great dining experience! Carmelo was our server and did an excellent job!! He took good care of us, and the timing was perfect when he would stop by..."
John Vale (JV_312)
"Everything about this was 5 stars. Service, ambiance, food, and the drinks. This of my current favorite place in ocala hands-down. The drinks were..."
Joy Alvarez
"Delicious meal in a friendly relaxing environment. Celebrated my Dad's 80th birthday and they let us make reservations for our party of 12. Had a..."
Mae Taylor
"What a great find. It has a very modern but classy feel from the decor to the music. Started with a Moscow mule and probably the best old..."
Richard Hagans
"This Place is Outstanding From the Food, to the Atmosphere, to the Service. The Food is Amazing and Taste Homemade. This Place is Definitely 10/10...."
Lady Joy
"Food was decent, but the service and the atmosphere was nice. The portion size are quite large, none of the group I was with finished their plates so..."
Jackie Stumpo
Braised Onion Restaurant
Braised Onion Restaurant
86/100 (4572 ratings)
Restaurants
Gluten Free Options
Bar
Pub
Vegetarian Friendly
American
Vegan Options
American
Gluten Free Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Vegan Options
Lunch
Brunch
Dinner
Risotto
Crawfish
Lobster Mac & Cheese
Poached Pear Salad
Salmon
Burger
Catfish
Braised Beef Short Rib Stroganoff
Shrimp and Grits
French onion soup
French Braised Onion Soup
Cakes
Crispy Onion Fritters
Crab Cake
Shrimp
Pesto
New Orleans Shrimp & Grits
Cheesecake
Beef
Fish
Fish & Chips
Braised Short Rib Stroganoff
Filet Mignon
Fish & chips
Pecan Crusted Salmon Lunch
Cod
Lobster
Chicken Parmigiana Lunch
Ribs
Broccoli
Eggplant
Filet Mignon Horrible Tasting
Fried Green Tomatoes
Chicken Marsala
Pasta
Pork
Cheesecakes
Lobster Risotto
Meatloaf
Rolls
Lasagne
Coconut Cream Pie
Salad
Mac and cheese
Beef Stroganoff
Bread Pudding
Chocolate Mousse
Crab
liver and onions
Quiche
Country Fried Chicken
Sit down
American
Bar
Pub
Takeout
Private Dining
Live Music
Jazz Bar
Reservations
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Serves Alcohol
Parking Available
Highchairs Available
Full Bar
Accepts Credit Cards
Brunch
Dinner
Lunch
Mid-range
"Imagine my excitement to find a place that serves liver and onions. It was terrifically prepared and presented. The server was cheerful and eager to..."
Wayne S Henry-Green
"My husband and I had coconut shrimp for appetizer then I had Chicken Marsala it was to die for!! The service was great and fast !!! Will add this..."
Tammy J Dietrich Storey
"My favorite place to eat!!! We drive from The Villages because it's the best place..."
Teresa Weindruch-Wickers
"Great ambiance, food was great too Server/bar tender attentive but not invasive highly recommend..."
Fiona Hehli
"We went on a Sunday night for a birthday celebration, and everything was excellent, including the service. We started with the Braised Onion Soup,..."
Kelly Sobers
"Very upscale and quality food - we had steak and pork and chicken all the food was perfect and great service We will definitely be going back..."
Marlin Thomas
"I would highly recommend this place. Try the the Cod with Mango chitney sauce. It is delicious. Thank you for the great service..."
Joy Schimborski
"We went here today for lunch. It was fantastic! We started with the onion fritters for an appetizer. They were very flavorful & crispy! The dipping..."
Libby Fredenburg
"Absolutely amazing! My daughter had a salad with chocolate balsamic vinaigrette that was so delicious. I had the braised pork tenderloin wrapped in..."
Nancy Churchey
"This Place Is Definitely a Hidden Gem. Starting with the Service "AMAZING". I was greeted and Seated by Ms. Kristi she was so Sweet, Very Welcoming..."
Lady Joy
"This was TRULY a 5-star experience. Arrived at 11.30a - opening time - and were greeted warmly and sat promptly. The server, TREVOR, was very..."
Fernando Martinez
"I can’t say enough good things about this place. It’s perfect for a large celebration or a more intimate romantic dinner. It’s sophisticated..."
JACOBGAMER20 Jones
"This is a great restaurant to go for comfort food. It has a very relaxing atmosphere. The menu has a lot of variety. We enjoyed everything we..."
Joe Pezzulich
"10 out of 10!!! This was our first time here and it was fantastic. Our server Matt was on top of drinks and checking in on us. The cook Jay knocked..."
Rachel Rushing
"We had lunch today 4 adults and 3 little children for the very first time & I was a little nervous because #1 I am a chef at home and cook divine,..."
Nathalie Arnold
"Happened upon this place after leaving Silver Springs and I look forward to going back. The staff, vibes and food were excellent. I had the bourbon..."
Roosevelt Williams Jr.
"The service and food was absolutely fantastic! We will definitely be returning. Do yourself a favor and ask for the dessert menu. I had the chocolate..."
bethany thomason
"Great atmosphere and customer service. It was cute of the waiter to still bring a birthday candle even though we didn't order a dessert. A lovely..."
Vicki Anderson
"Four of us for late lunch yesterday at 2:30pm. First time for two of us. Absolutely delightful experience. No rushing us by the staff. Plenty of..."
C Jordan
"The food and experience was phenomenal! We came for my friend’s bachelorette event and they did not disappoint! The server Camden was incredibly..."
Devin J
"Alex was an amazing server who was very attentive to us. It’s rare to find servers who make you feel at home, but Alex did just that. He made us..."
Ocala Kicks
"What a gem. Worth the visit. We got the onion fritter app and it was perfection. Served hot and both sauces were a delight. Crispy on the outside..."
Julie Salazar
"Lunch with the kids. Nice place to stop. Staff very friendly. The fritters were amazing. We all enjoyed our..."
Lori Burrows
"I love this place. Great food, great service , upscale but unpretentious atmosphere. I love family run businesses. Especially when its..."
scottdeweese70
"Had lunch with my customers here, I liked the service and restaurant and food was delicious. Oh and if you like ice cream, they had an amazing home..."
M Ali
"First time dining at Braised Onion. Alex our waiter was great. He was courteous, knowledgeable and attentive. Food was excellent, prime rib and..."
Evan Conzone
Harry's Seafood Bar And Grille
Harry's Seafood Bar And Grille
84/100 (7924 ratings)
Restaurants
American
Cajun & Creole
Cajun & Creole
Bar
Gluten Free Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Vegan Options
Seafood
American
Bar
Seafood
Gluten Free Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Vegan Options
Lunch
Brunch
Dinner
Scallops
Pesto
Pork Tenderloin
Oyster
Sandwiches
Fish
Jambalaya
Calamari
Burger
Pork
Crawfish
Catfish
Tuna
Calamares
Etouffee
Salmon
Shrimp and Grits
Shrimp
Crab Cake
Tapas
Lobster
Fish Taco
Eggplant
Tacos
Po' Boys
Pasta
Bananas Foster
Salad
Red Beans and Rice
Fried shrimp
Crab
Cakes
Bread Pudding
Sit down
Bar
American
Cajun & Creole
Seafood
Full Bar
Free Wifi
Accepts Credit Cards
Non-smoking restaurants
Outdoor Seating
Takeout
Television
Accepts Mastercard
Seating
Accepts Visa
Table Service
Accepts American Express
Wheelchair Accessible
Street Parking
Serves Alcohol
Accepts Discover
Gift Cards Available
Highchairs Available
Brunch
Dinner
Lunch
Mid-range
"I always love Harry’s. It’s consistent and they have several locations so there’s one close by always. This most recent time we didn’t get..."
JACOBGAMER20 Jones
"This was our first visit to this place. Very busy and we waited at the bar for our table. The bar area was very noisy but the bartenders were very..."
Bob Radd
"We had Lunch at Harry's Seafood, July, 2023. They were not overly busy when we showed up. This is the first time we have tried when they were not..."
Sponge Bob
"Great food with just a small amount of spice and plenty of saucy goodness. Sweet cocktails, not super strong. Lots of options on the menu. It’s a..."
Kristi Majni
"Why are you reading this review? Just go to Harry's already! Our server was super helpful, friendly, and prompt. Made for a great dining..."
Kyle Cyr
"The food was good. We will definitely return. I had 2 people with me who commented about the waiter being somewhat arrogant and..."
E R
"It was fenamonal! It was three of us, and we all got something different, so we could try a couple of the dishes. My daughter got the Surf and Truf,..."
Martha Molina
"Really excellent grill with lots of authentic southern dishes at fair prices. Friendly service and loads of atmosphere and great art on the walls....."
Tim Anderson
"First time and it was excellent. Nice happy hour Very crispy fried green tomatoes, yum. Shrimp and grouper platter is also..."
steve swederski
"If you want to taste the amazing Louisiana style of southern cuisine, this is the place. Everything is delicious, so good 👍. Jambalaya rice, red..."
Epifanio Rivera
Brick City Southern Kitchen And Whiskey Bar
Brick City Southern Kitchen And Whiskey Bar
83/100 (3010 ratings)
Restaurants
Barbecue
Bar
Bar
Barbecue
Vegetarian Friendly
American
Gluten Free Options
American
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Lunch
Dinner
Nachos
Burger
Fried pickles
Crawfish
Catfish
Shrimp and Grits
Shrimp
Fish
Pork
Pasta
Salad
Wings
Mac and cheese
Salmon
Ribs
Sit down
American
Barbecue
Bar
Accepts Visa
Accepts American Express
Serves Alcohol
Street Parking
Highchairs Available
Full Bar
Accepts Discover
Free Wifi
Reservations
Outdoor Seating
Seating
Takeout
Table Service
Television
Wheelchair Accessible
Accepts Mastercard
Dinner
Lunch
Mid-range
"Our first visit to Brick City Southern Kitchen and it won't be our last. Coming from Brooksville, Florida, it's about an hour drive for us, so we..."
Jeff Greiwe
"Great service and the best food. They have the best blackeyed peas and the burnt ends are to die for. I would recommend this place over and over..."
Sherry Posey Sherouse
"We tried this place for the first time and it was fantastic! The service was great and so was the food. The pimento cheese was delicious. My husband..."
Tisha Napier Ramer
"If you live in Ocala and have not tried this place you are really missing out!!! If you like southern cooked and smoked foods this is a must!!!! I..."
Brett Foreman
"Really good barbecue. Friendly service with a chatty, but not overly talkative, waitress. When my dining partner's burger with cheese came out with..."
Jeanne Engle
"Awesome staff and fantastic food. Their mac n cheese is probably the best I have ever had. The drinks were delicious and so perfectly blended that I..."
Tony Placanica
"We are visiting my dad from Jersey & our friends came to see us from Orlando! We searched a place to eat in Ocala & chose Brick City! If I could I..."
Geraldine Ann Mays
"This restaurant is phenomenal! We were visiting from out of town and enjoyed our meals, drinks and desert very much. The meat and was tender and..."
Cathy Becker Roscher
"My husband & I stopped in to have a few drinks and appetizers/meal at the bar last night (Thursday). It was during Happy Hour(s). The drinks were..."
Rachel Mercer Vastag
"Greeted with a smile and server was great. Excellent meal. Highly..."
Sharon Smith Ward
"Great place a must visit very friendly staff and the food is..."
Chuck Reed
"As a carnivore, the 3 meat plate was more than enough for me. The ribs were slightly sour, but they still were moist; not fall off the bone but..."
ItsPhD
"Sarah P was an excellent waitress! She handled all 5 of our orders (each of us had different changes to our food). Excellent place to eat! Everyone..."
Verna Saxon
"After a day in Ocala, we found this local gem in the Downtown center - I tried the brisket (so tender that it could be pulled apart with a fork)...."
Mark Hoffman
"Man. This place exceeded expectations. Was in town for the weekend and we had a group of 7 and we were all raving to each other about our meals. I..."
Luis Rivera (l0ufromdaBX)
"We had the onion ring, boom boom shrimp, and fried pickle appetizers that were all good. We should have ordered more pickles and not the shrimp...."
Robert Stearns
"Great BBQ spot in the heart of Ocala. Had the BBQ Rueben with Disco Fries and both were excellent. Have been here a few times and happy with the food..."
Melissa Johns
"Had some good old fashion BBQ here! It was great! Right in the downtown area with other restaurants and local shops in the area. Very clean inside..."
Chris D
"Very good food and service! I had the Onion Rings and then I had the Brisket with mashed sweet potatoes and greens. Large portions and very good..."
Bruce Meshberg
"EVERY time I come to town it's a must... creamy mac n cheese with collards and crispy fried catfish AND jalepeno corn bread speaks for itself lol not..."
donatella curtice
"This was an absolutely fantastic place. For Friday night they were incredibly quick, we got seated right away. David C. though was the absolute..."
Nigel Hobbs
"Context: I've been coming here 4-5x a year since 2018, with fam and friends. Food: Excellent. Always. The smoked proteins are *all* very good. Good..."
Cee Spurgeon
"The food was absolutely delicious and came out very hot. Our service was not the best for lunchtime on a Wednesday. Service was quite slow and we..."
Katy Wirthlin
"This was my first visit for a retirement luncheon. The restaurant was arctic cold and uncomfortable. It was a party of about 20 and most of us had to..."
Terri Siddons
"Great spot for some fast and delicious bbq; Very affordable prices here too! Big portion sizes, delicious side choices (mashed sweet potatoes was my..."
Ronald Elkins
"This place is the best! Hands down the shrimp and grits is a must! The baked beans 🫘 needs to be sold on the market! The hamburger 🍔 was jumbo..."
Poetess B.
"Absolutely Excellent. Every item was excellent. Pulled pork, brisket, onion rings, coleslaw, beans & smoked chicken nachos and 2 adult beverages each..."
Patty Fasbender
"surprised this place doenst have a better score, had brisket and ribs? it was..."
luis toro
"This is really nice place with friendly and efficient staff and good food. The brisket was very good, not as good as Texas brisket but good for..."
B B
"We ordered the ribs with green beans and smoked corn and a two meat combo with brisket, chicken, and Mac-n-cheese. It was all excellent! The meat..."
BettyJo Camp