Quaint eat-in or take out. Smells great and the meatloaf is scrummy-yum yum!…read moreEvery time I stop in, I get a fried chicken leg with my dinner order, for the ride home...To EAT! Service is great and the homey beverages are a treat,too. Get there before 4pm 'cause they close early, but it IS worth the trip ;D Great job S.Palate...fits my palate just fine.

Bobby and I were doing our daily "where are we eating today?" search when we stumbled on a true…read moregem, Southern Palate in Dunnellon. We were craving a home-cooked comfort meal and they did not disappoint. The fried chicken? Golden, crispy perfection. The mac-n-cheese? Cheesy, creamy heaven. Add rice & gravy, collards, and green beans, and we were in full-on Southern food bliss. Because one round wasn't enough, we grabbed a to-go plate of meatloaf, rice & gravy, green beans, and yams for today's lunch goals. They're only open Thursday through Saturday, so plan ahead. The service was top notch!

This slightly out of the way spot in downtown Wildwood is 101% worth the trip from whereEVER you…read moreare in the southeast! We took a sunny drive over to celebrate a major birthday for my darling spouse.....and were FLOORED by the experience and the food...."THE FOOD"! Oh my Goodness!!! More on this shortly..... This Virginia girl (A Florida girl since the 1980's) fell in love with the eclectic decor and table settings that looked like my Momma and Grandma's heirlooms. Vintage prints and paintings. Red vintage bloomers with lace on the hook on the back of the door of the "Ladies' Retiring Room and Necessary" [my terms, to be fair...] Photographs of young belles and their children who arrived later. A decent interval later!!! NOW, the food. Hot, homemade cornbread to the table, and a peach ice tea that is like no other I have enjoyed ANYWHERE in the south. Hubby chose the Texan Chicken Fried steak, with smashed potatoes and greens, and I picked my favorite southern dish (one that I cannot make at home without ruining ~SHRIMP & GRITS!) and it was beyond description. Shrimp almost the size of quail, with perfect spices and texture. Creamy grits with cheese and a few bell peppers for a variety. I never DREAMED of using salt or pepper.....it would have been an affront the the dish itself, My husband's smile told me he loved HIS chosen dish down....that, and all but licking his plate! We have the decadent looking slices of cake her to share later with coffee, but there was no chance we would skip trying them.....but also no chance we could eat them immediately after lunch without exploding! Service was prompt without hovering, and we will be returning either for MY birthday or if we have friends come to visit. HIGHLY AND TOTALLY RECOMMEND FOR A SPECIAL MEAL. The quality makes the prices perfectly acceptable!!

A perfect place to meet you lady friends for breakfast or lunch. The setting inside is adorable…read more The wait staff is very cordial and the food oh so yummy. Great menu to select from. You just need to have an appetite. They do take reservations. They serve dinner too. This is where you can invite your husband to join you.

Holy moly. I've never had a better diner experience. We sat at the counter and I loved watching the…read moreinner workings of a true neighborhood diner in action. The home fries stayed crispy even under a layer of perfectly seasoned sausage gravy, which honestly felt like a culinary magic trick. The biscuits were fluffy and clearly freshly made. Even the toast somehow tasted decadent. Pancakes were delicious, the bacon was thick and crispy, and everything came out hot and fast. The staff checked on us often with that perfect balance of no-nonsense efficiency and friendly Southern hospitality. You can tell this place runs on routine, experience, and pride in the food. If you're anywhere near Starke, this is absolutely worth the stop.

Grannies looked perfect for our lunch en route to Amelia Island. Unfortunately the restaurant…read morecloses 'around 2ish' and we arrived too late to order the fried chicken I was really wanting. Service was fast and couldn't have been friendlier. The chicken fried steak was tasty and served with a generous helping of creamy mashed potatoes. The value for the price is fantastic. My only drawback - the smell of Fabuloso was so strong it overpowered the delicious smells from the kitchen. The restaurant and restrooms were clean, but just too much perfumed smell!

First time eating here all the food we chose was outstanding great experience until I had to use…read morethe ladies room disgusting ugh!!! Old , dilapidated and dirty definitely needs a remodel. Service was friendly but slow received items in an untimely manner. Would recommend the food though it was delicious and well priced !!!

Stuffed flounder was excellent. Prices reasonable for a legit seafood restaurant in fish country…read more Indoor or outdoor seating available. Access is a bit dicey -- Highway 200 narrows for the old bridge over the Withlacoochee, cars are going fast and there's no margin for error while you are poking along trying to turn in our back out onto the highway.

the food was delicious home cooking at its best . service very good. cute place will be back .read more

Great place for some southern staples. We were a party of 6 and we couldn't resist ordering fried…read morechicken and catfish. Fried chicken was really tasty with a perfect crunch and juicy chicken. The fried catfish was breaded with cornmeal, perfectly crispy, also well seasoned and very moist and tender inside. The tartar sauce was homemade and very good but they also have a good peppered vinegar. Between us all we had an opportunity to try a lot of sides. Hush puppies which one of our hush puppy lovers said was the best she ever had (I'm not a fan of these overall so I can't really say). The potato salad was very good, creamy, with just a hint of onion and relish. Baked potatoes and sweet potatoes were enjoyed by all. Loved the crispy okra and green beans. Collard greens were also good. Of course, we couldn't leave without trying the pies. Caramel apple walnut was a little too nutty for me but it was still good. They key lime was my personal fave -- the crust was a good crumbly graham cracker that was definitely home made. We also had a lemon meringue and the chocolate coconut cream pie, which was essentially a half and half with chocolate cream and the bottom and coconut cream on the top. Both had beautiful, moist meringues with nicely toasted tops. On top of good food, we had a great waitress who was super attentive and very patient and friendly. Definitely worth a stop if you're in the area and looking for some nostalgic, good southern comfort food.

I went here the other night with some friends from Sarasota. They had suggested it and I was…read morecurious since I had never been. It was early evening and when I walked in I thought the decor was so adorable. Quaint and just really lovely. I was getting a good feeling and wondering why I never had stopped in here before since I love coming downtown and going to different places down here. The whole vibe to me is just very comfortable even though it can get busy there is something that makes you feel calm in this area. We were seated and I looked at the menu wanting steak and even though it was early they didn't have any ( rib eye ) Yes it was on the menu but that was ok, instead I chose a Wam burger and fries. To be honest I wasn't impressed. I asked for medium rare and my burger came out well done. It was a bit flavorless to me and the fries weren't even hot nor crispy. The service was just ok and when we had gone the restaurant hadn't even been very busy. I may give Ivy on the Square another try if I have a good reason. We will see. I wonder what you think. Phone: (352)622-5550 Address: 53 S Magnolia Avenue Ocala, Florida 34471 Hours: Sunday Closed Monday Closed Tuesday 11AM-9PM Wednesday 11AM-9PM Thursday 11AM-9PM Friday 11AM-9PM Saturday 11AM-9PM Wheelchair accessible

Very pleasant place with friendly service and a great overall ambiance…read more I met with a client here and we were both pleased with our lunches. I had the chicken and would recommend it.

We were looking for a good place to eat after spending the day with the kids at Hogwaller not far…read moreaway. I saw a faded sign for the restaurant, checked the reviews and photos and said well let's try it! On arrival my dining mates (husband and another couple) looked at me like I'd lost my mind - it's eclectic for sure! But they had good drinks and the food was absolutely amazing. Our waitress was a trip and it's everything I want from small town, old school Florida. Great option to check out after you go to Island Grove Winery! I also wanted to address some of the other reviews insinuating poor service based on race. As a table of ghost white people sat in the back dining room when the whole place seemed pretty empty....the service was not at the pace of a chain that's trying to flip tables as fast as possible. Even with three exhausted kiddos with us close to bed time we just ordered another round, let the kids explore the taxidermy and the books.

We went to this restaurant on recommendation from our airboat driver, and they did not disappoint…read more We were seated right away and the hostess and the waitress were fabulous. They really took care of us. My husband got a Caesar salad with blackened chicken and I got the combo plate with gator, frog legs and catfish and it was so amazing. I have to say probably one of my first favorite things were the collard greens with bits of ham in it superduper delicious. They make a great drink. My husband liked their sweet tea, and I had a gin and tonic, which was really full of gin! We had no room for dessert, but the ones that walked past the table looked amazing. I really recommend this restaurant.

Quick line and quick to serve. Tasty and large brisket sandwich with choice of sauce. Loved the…read moretart kick of the coleslaw I chose as my side. Very clean and not too noisy considering it is also a convenience store and gas station. Would go again if back in the area.

This place used to have great Brisket slices- taste was amazing. The last two times I ordered for…read morepick up the okra was soggy and it used to be crispy and sweet. The Brisket we ordered was chewy, tough and just scrap pieces. Look at your food before you leave and pay for it.