I wish we understood more before we ordered that you could have tried the flavors a mix. I don't…read moreknow if they made a mistake or not, but if that's the way, the strawberry always taste, I will never get it again. We were both very happy with our chocolate waffle cones when we came back the next day. The ice cream has a great consistency, the chocolate didn't have much flavor as opposed the strawberry I asked for (not sure it was because it was much darker than other pictures I've seen) The waffle cones are fresh made there and they are great! The brownies are fantastic!

After a night out in downtown Ocala, I was wanting a sweet treat to finish it off. It seems like…read morethere is not a lot of ice cream options in downtown Ocala, especially that are open on Mondays. Luckily, we saw online that Twistee Treat was open until 10:30 PM. We hurried on out and made it a few minutes before they closed. Twistee Treat is located in a standalone building at the front of a shopping complex. There is plenty of parking, and we had no issue finding a spot upon arrival. You will have no problem locating it, because it is literally a giant ice cream cone! This is a walk up stand, so no indoor seating, but there are plenty of tables and benches on the patio for you to use. Loved the atmosphere at this place. It is fun and inviting with all of the colors, and of course with the ice cream cone building. It seems like a lot of young people come here to hang out, and bring some energy to the space. The lights were fun to see as well, since it was dark. We came here on a Monday in July, and arrived about 10 minutes before they closed. There was still a line, but I believe we were one of the last to order for the night. The line went fast, and we were waited on in just a matter of minutes. My fiancé had previously visited this spot, but it was my first time. I took some time to look over the menu, and man they have a great selection here! It is soft serve, but they make several different concoctions and novelty items that keep it interesting. Most menu items have "signature" options, but everything seems to be customizable if you want to make your own treat. Even with the novelty items, it seems like everything is made to order. So, it is easy to customize and order something exactly that you are wanting. We ended up ordering three treats, even though I truthfully wanted to try everything on the menu! I ordered a small Twirl with Oreos and Praline Pecans. I had never seen Praline Pecans as a mix-in at an ice cream shop before, so that was something new and fun to try! My fiancé ordered a medium Twirl with Oreos, Reese Cups, and Brownies. He really enjoyed this! I also really wanted to try a Waffle Taco, so we got one with Reese Cups. It was absolutely LOADED with Reese's! We took this home to try another day, and it was still awesome after being in the freezer for a couple days. Definitely large enough to share. On all the menu items, the toppings were extremely generous! The staff were all very friendly, and also helpful in answering my questions regarding the menu. I noticed when we received the one Twisters that was supposed to have brownies, they were missing. I asked one of the girls at the window if we could just get a cup of them on the side, and she was apologetic for the situation and more than willing to give a cup of the brownies. I appreciated the customer service and willingness to rectify the situation, even when they were starting to work to close for the night. I thought the prices were very reasonable. You definitely get your money's worth with anything that you order. As said, portions and topping amounts are plentiful and generous. I believe our bill for the three items was around $16 or $17 dollars. Overall, I was extremely impressed with my first trip to Twistee Treat. It has a great ambiance, menu, and the service was top-notch. Would be a great spot to stop on a date night or with the family. The hours are also great - it seems like there is not a ton open late night anymore, but at times this place is open until 11:30 PM. I look forward to my next trip to Ocala to stop here again and try more of the awesome menu!

Thank you for being in Ocala so many years!!! We really…read moreenjoy your ice creams!!! We had the garbage can, rum raisin and the Stella coffee today ALL 5 UNIQUE & DELICIOUS!!! See you again

It is a great little small business. They were super busy, with a line outside the door waiting to…read moreget their ice cream of choice.

La Dolce Vita Gelato & Pastry is one of those rare gems that doesn't just serve dessert - it builds…read morecommunity, connection, and genuine joy with every visit. From day one, the owner has made us feel welcomed, remembered, and truly part of his world, and that level of hospitality is something you can't manufacture. It's real, and it's why this place stands out. The gelato is on another level entirely. I've traveled, tasted, and tried gelato in major cities and abroad, and nothing (absolutely nothing) compares to what's being crafted right here in our growing Ocala. The flavors rotate constantly, keeping every visit exciting and perfectly matched to whatever mood you're in. Each batch is rich, smooth, balanced, and made with a passion you can taste. We've never left with a single regret, only smiles and that satisfied "this hit the spot" feeling. And honestly, the gelato here deserves worldwide recognition. It's that exceptional. But what truly elevates La Dolce Vita is the owner himself - someone who cares deeply not just about his shop, but about the people who walk through his doors. His pride, kindness, and consistency have created a place that feels like home for so many of us. Ocala is lucky to have this treasure. Thank you to the AMAZING owner who has poured years of heart into serving this community. This is a must‑visit, a must‑return, and a place that continues to set the bar for what great gelato (and great hospitality) should be.

It's got to be me...with all the rave reviews, I was so excited to try dessert from La Dolce Vita…read moreGelato and Pastry. I just don't understand why everyone but me is raving about this place. My friend went in to order sfogliatelle and a black and white cookie. He said the woman behind the counter was a bit impatient with him as he was looking at all the pastries and actually shook her head in frustration. I took one bite of the cookie and couldn't eat it. Both it and the sfogliatelle had a musty taste, though my friend said the inside of the shop didn't smell musty. I wanted to be one of the ones to rave about this place. Sadly, I cannot.

The elote is so good and the owner is super nice . My favorite place for Antojitos in Ocala !!read more

Craving some ice cream in Ocala and this place popped up in our searches. It's just a little…read morefurther down the street from the city, but an easy drive. We walked in and was greeted. The menu had so much to look at, so they were patient with us. We got the 15-mini pancake with two scoops of ice cream. The pancakes were made-to-order, and their ice cream is hard ice cream. The pancakes were very delicious but the ice cream was okay. Prices are through the roof though. Spent $16.

We stopped by Emma's Patisserie at the end of the night and there were SO many baked goods to…read morechoose from! The whole place reminded me of a European bakery with a more luxurious feel. Everything inside was white and there was plenty of seating. There was a line when we arrived but they moved through it pretty quickly. We ended up getting a raspberry cheesecake, a chocolate-filled doughnut, and a blueberry cream cheese danish. Everything was fantastic! Definitely a spot I'd recommend stopping by after dinner if you're craving something sweet. There were so many things I wanted to try, so I'll definitely be back!

Basically traveled to WEC solely to give this place a try…read more Pretty unassuming being in the hotel but was surprised at the variety and quality of the pastries. Specifically had the raspberry and chocolate croissants and was very happy with both. Raspberry croissant was super flaky with a nice cream and jelly inside. Little messy to eat, but delicious and not too sweet. The chocolate croissant was also very good and both pastries were large. Price for both was a little steep but given size, quality, and being at WEC it really wasn't bad. Coffee was also pretty good with the price surprisingly reasonable be given its location. Place was fairly busy but the line moved quickly so it wasn't an issue. If you're looking for a nice pastry and coffee I would definitely repeat if you're at or near WEC.

Wow! What an exceptional experience. I stopped by Sugar Moon Donuts... and I'm really glad I did…read more This tiny shop is producing epic donut delights. It's quality over quantity with a creative flair. I restrained myself, and only selected 2 (you know, moderation)... 1. Sugar Raised - it's a classic and this one was outstanding. Big, light, fluffy and not at all greasy. Coated with crunchy granulated sugar. Just sweet enough. 2. Viral Dubai Chocolate bar inspired donut!! Dark chocolate glazed, and generously filled with crispy kunafeh and PISTACHIO CREAM! It was beyond delicious. Looking forward to trying some of the other flavors. Definitely give them a try!

This defines the Mom and Pop experience! Mom and Dad behind counter and the baby playing in a…read morebassinet. So sweet. TIP: Pre-order or get there early. We arrived at 10 am on a Saturday morning and all the filled donuts were sold out. There were 4 maple bacon donuts left that we bought by the gentlemen just in front of us! We got 6 glazed donuts of varying flavors. Great donuts but looking forward already to getting there earlier for the filled ones!

This place is a sugar rush delight!…read more As I saw billboards for it along the highway heading to my parents place in Ocala I had to experience it. My sister took me here and it did not disappoint. Pure nostalgia here at Grandpa Joe's. Reminded me of an old five and dime store with an awesome selection of candies and sweets from mt childhood. Along with a modern selection and all kinds of sodas and novelties to purchase. Candy cigarettes, Pop Rocks, Fun Dip, rock candy, Chick o Sticks, Pez, candy bars, Nik L Nips, old time gum brands, and so much more. Yes, its like being a kid in a candy store! Good prices and I walked out with a bag of sweets. Open late so after a few drinks or dinner at spots close by its located right in the square at the Ocala downtown entertainment district for an easy walk over. Friendly helpful people work here too. Oh, and they have a $5 candy buffet in the back of the place with a terrific selection to pack your box with.

So much fun and nostalgia here taking me back to my childhood day's. I just felt like some kind of…read moresilly going back in here today as it's been a while and I wanted some cheer. There is always something silly from chocolate dipped insects, dirty socks, pickled eggs, hot sauce, board games, specialty sodas and drinks, crazy jerky sticks like alligator, duck, wild boar and elk meat! Different pop corn flavors specialty candy bars, fudge and candy powders, the list goes on and as you can see toys too, it's just a crazy fun store! Look at the train going around when you look up this place is fun in every way possible who doesn't want to come here! We went to pay and I found Lip Licking Lip balm from my childhood too, now I don't remember these flavors but I took one of these home it made my day through and through! I know the girl behind the counter chuckled with me. I'm glad we went in to Grandpa Joe's it was nice to visit I'll be back real soon! Address: 20 SE Broadway St Ocala Florida 34471 Phone : (352)421-5542 Hours: Wednesday 10AM-10 PM Thursday 10AM-10 PM Friday 10AM-11 PM Saturday 10AM-11PM Sunday 10AM-9PM Monday 10AM-10PM Tuesday 10AM-10PM

Super cute and staff is always helpful. Love the we can get a nut free carrot cake. So delicious…read more Great little treats but also excellent for a special occasion!

It was delicious as expected. The place was clean. And the customer service was excellent.read more

And here we have another gem to add to Ocala's increasingly cool selection of places to eat…read more Located in the heart of downtown Ocala, Soleil Bakery is a gluten-free bakery offering locals and visitors alike a delicious selection of pastries both savory and sweet without the traditional gluten filled ingredients. The perfect place for a book club meet-up, or catch up with friends at any time of day, the cafe is sweetly decorated and uber cozy. I was so glad to see they were open as the few times I had visited before they were closed. With that said, I recommend to call beforehand as my understanding is that the bakery has odd hours sometimes. The staff was friendly and helped me choose a selection of goods to take home with me. I ended up with their very last snickerdoodle cookie, two spinach quiches, and their peanut butter chocolate cheesecake with an Oreo crust. Yum, yum, and yum! All of it. The quiche was particularly good and heated up well the next day keeping the center moist and fluffy while still being loaded with spinach. Sorry to say my review won't come with photos of the treats I picked up as I ran out quickly to get home in the rain. But...I guess you'll just have to go see yourself! Soleil Bakery & Social House is a must try!

After residing in Ocala for 9 months, we finally made it here. To be honest, this business was not…read moreon my list of bookmarks, nor had I even checked it out. We finally explored the square due to one of the art walk events. Since it we visited twice here on Friday evenings, we decided to have espresso. During the events in the square, the businesses usually stay open later than usual. This also means they are busy. I have yet to visit during normal business hours so I am not sure how the traffic is usually. Our first visit was just to check it out and get whatever on a spontaneous decision. I did not know they serve beer and wine so I opted for wine our first time. I picked out some French white wine, which wound up being over $20 for a tiny bottle! The staff member warned me she was unsure of the price and we were both shocked when she scanned it lol. I then switched it for a sparkling wine, which was half the price. The espresso hubs and I split was as good as it gets. We love our espressos and coffee bold and strong so we were happy. The staff member also gave me a teacher's discount, which I appreciate so much because therapists don't usually get discounts! The next time we visited, we ordered another espresso, as well as a cinnamon bun and an Andes cake. OMFG how orgasmic!! I love mint chocolate anything so I was sooooo excited! We saved it for later and it was just amazing! Hubs loves cinnamon buns and he approved as well. Both times we sat for a while, sipped our coffee, and talked. I am definitely interested in checking Soleil out when it is less busy to soak it in. The place was clean and the staff were personable and friendly. They serve a lot of vegan products and honestly, they are so good, you probably could not tell the difference which is vegan or not. They have comfy seating and it does feel very cozy in there.

I placed an order for delivery from Smallcakes and I did this directly online. You can order custom…read morecakes and cupcakes but I was satisfied with the selection for my needs and this whole process worked out perfectly! My delivery went smoothly and the cupcakes were packaged to perfection, each one more beautiful than the other and the taste absolutely Devine! I personally tasted two and everyone else enjoyed them so much I'd recommend them for you! There are 12 daily flavors of the cupcakes and 240 flavors through the year! Other than the cakes and cupcakes they have fresh homemade ice cream made daily on site! They have other homemade offerings like Tres Leches in various flavors, different flavored sandwich cookies filled with cream cheese frosting, mini cannoli & brookie cups. Call or stop by and see! Address: 4701 SW College RD, Ocala, FL 34474, USA Phone: (352)844-5903 Hours: Mon-Thurs - 10am-8pm Fri-Sat - 10am-10pm Sunday - 12pm-7pm Custom orders and catering options are available upon request. Order online or call to place your order! You can order for local delivery directly online from their website and there are some shippable options on there too. https://smallcakesocala.com/

OOOPS! I did it again! And I fell in love with SmallCakes CupCakes!!!…read more Second time visiting and I went full-on Lemon Drop! Mostly. Lemony, moist and delicious-Lemon Heaven! Hubby got a Hot Fudge Sunday and a Chocolate Cream-Chocolatey Delicious! We were helped quickly, after spending more than enough time trying to decide. The bakery is clean and welcoming with all of their cupcakes displayed at on cute cake plates. Highly recommend the delicious cupcakes!!