Hubs planned for us to visit as a surprise. It was our dog's gotcha day and he picked this place because it was dog friendly for inside! Upon walking in, it was overwhelming since I was honestly unaware of this place! Lol and because I was unaware of our visit ahead of time, I did not get to look at Yelp beforehand. We decided to browse around the market area before sitting somewhere. There were so many items! You name it, it was sold in the market. There were items that were handmade by local residents and items from corporations as well. There were some snacks that piqued my interest, as well as some crafts. When we were about to sit at the bar, we were greeted by I believe one of the owners, who very enthusiastically welcomed us and paid a lot attention to our dog. I was craving iced tea so I ordered that, along with a bottle of wine- since it was cheaper. Hubs went the usual route and ordered an IPA on tap. We sat and enjoyed our drinks while we gazed around. Since it is so close to WEC, they had horse races showing on the television. The bartender was attentive and kept my bottle of wine in the fridge and topped me off as necessary. It was not super busy in the afternoon but as it became later, more people came in. I believe a lot of traffic from the restaurant next door stroll in after dinner. Speaking of, there is not a kitchen but they have baked goods, cheeses in the fridge, and food trucks on occasion. They also have pairing dinners and all their events are updated on their Instagram page. If this place was not so far from home, we would be here every week. read more

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A breath of fresh air! Great for coffee drinks and wine. Welcoming to laptops, fabulous friendly hostess, and top notch quality items for sale. read more

Fun neighborhood spot with craft beer and wine. Good atmosphere and excellent bartenders.

Christopher was great with making me a very tasty ice coffee even when I didn't know what I wanted. We enjoy the onion and chives cheese dip with sea salt crackers at the coffee bar. Pet friendly is a plus. read more

My husband tried their beers and really loved them. They were ones he had never tried before. I had a hot chocolate which was yummy. I could have one of their hot teas but the hot chocolate was a great choice. There was plenty of seating to relax with friends. The best part was that our dog was welcomed. The store had some lovely painting a jewelry that you could purchase. read more

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Great place if you just want to hang out for beer and wine. Service is just great! They make you feel like you are part of the community. Not a food place, more of a bar inside a local shop you can purchase local handmade goods, honey, etc. read more

What a wonderful location and a fantastic Team. My networking group had our first in-person event here and the entire team was accommodating, helpful, and generous. The facility is clean and beautiful, and the staff were amazing! An elegant experience to say the least. Thank you. read more

One of the best iced latte's with oat milk I've ever had. Cute store with unique gifts. Service is fantastic. Music on Mondays... Genevieve Palacio is a talented singer that creates a fun filled atmosphere. A must stop if you're in Ocala. read more

This is a really cute wine and coffee bar with lots of quirky gift items to explore. Sit and enjoy one of their craft beers on tap, a unique zero proof seltzer, or some interesting wines while chatting with friends. I love coming to Juniper for happy hour and sharing cheese, crackers and other fun snacks. I'm not a coffee drinker but they can make virtually any espresso drink you may conjure up. My friends and I have dubbed Juniper as "the bougie Cracker Barrel" because of the large selection of cute, crafty, and kitschy gifts and artwork on the north side of the establishment. My favorite is their doggie section with all sorts of unique products for your pooch. Speaking of, Juniper is extremely pet friendly! Your leashed dogs, cats and lemurs are always welcomed here. In fact, there's a couple celebrity pups named Roger and Spud who you just may bump into. Juniper is a great space to bring all your fellow heathens as they boast a few large high-top tables in the center where you can congregate or even bring in your catered or delivered meals. They even have some corner couches for the ultimate cozy and communal vibe. I would be remiss not to mention the spectacular bathrooms. This is one quality place to poo. Don't be afraid to barge in and let it out. Just be sure to wipe and wash your hands. Additionally, the waitstaff here is a real A-team, and I would like to give QUAN a special shout out. I'm gate keeping my favorite cheese spread here because I know my influence will be enormous and I can't have the gen-pop buying out my choice products. As far as drinks go, I highly enjoy their alberiño wine; and there's a fantastic red blend if that's what tickles your fancy. My friends also enjoy the sour beers and fruity seltzers offered here. The selections are always rotating so there's really something for everyone. If I haven't sold you yet, the boozy mini brownies seal the deal. They're moist and flavorful, though I have yet to get properly smashed from their consumption. The only thing that would make this place better is a liquor license. Get after it, folks! But, for now, I'll be sneaking in my flasks and calling it a day. Don't tell QUAN. read more

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Omg - what a gem! Wine bar, coffee bar, dog friendly and awesome bites to eat. Such a wonderful find. Truly unique. read more

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What a neat place to go with friends! They have beer, wine, coffee and charcuterie boards. Have a sip and browse their wares. Check out the bathrooms too...they have a sense of humor! read more

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We stumbled upon this place about two years ago and used to be frequent customers several times a month, this certainly would have been a five star review two years ago. Unfortunately, About a year ago it seems they changed owners and cleaned house of all the good staff. Drink and snack selection along with the atmosphere of the old staff used to be excellent, it's not horrible now but all have gone to just okay. We still stop by from time to time but certainly won't go out of our way to head there anymore. I hope the new owners (the one that uses the tables as her office with her paperwork spread out everywhere) sees this and makes some changes back to how it used to be as it seemed there's certainly a few less customers in there now compared to back then. read more

Not sure how to characterize this place. It's a bar - sorta. And a gift shop - sorta. With a seating area like a bookshop. And it Uber dog-friendly. With a very engaged, knowledgeable staff. It's just a very cool place to hang out. It's definitely a Gen X type place. It's worth a trip out near Horse & Hounds to check it out. read more

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Gorgeous coffee shop, beer and wine bar. Plus a ton of really nice , mostly locally made items. The coffee is really really good. They don't serve food but have meat, cheese and items to purchase and then you can have your own charcuterie board. Once a week they have a food truck outside as well. I had a perfect latte and shared a red velvet cheesecake slice with my family. So good. I'll be back to try the beer and wine on tap. It's definitely a place you want to hang out at. read more

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I love small shops like this typically, and seeing all of the support for small businesses and local artists. So I was excited to stumble upon Juniper after eating at the steakhouse next door. However after shopping around, I went to use the restroom and noticed a really cute cat mural on the wall. But the closer I looked, I realized it was covered with hidden satanic symbols. I have my beliefs, and I'm not one to think that everyone should believe what I do. I respect everyone's religious preferences respectfully for or against, but displaying or promoting satanic content is a line I absolutely cannot cross. I'm sure many people feel similarly and simply do not notice the hidden symbols in the restroom. Safe to say I did not purchase the items I wanted and unfortunately can not return or recommend. Dang Shame on the owners part. read more

Everything is great about this place. My personal favorite is the melon choly. Pet friendly too.

Nice store. Customers shopping the country style merchandise and wine, quite a few at the bar, people sitting on the sofas enjoying conversation and drinks and there were a couple customers who brought their dogs. Very relaxing atmosphere. read more

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It's a fantastically unique place in every way. The coffee is just wonderful. The staff is friendly and fun. The mood is comfy and casual. The merchandise is one of a kind with local artists supported. Their special events are truly special! I leave every time thinking "Why don't I come here more often?" read more

Stopped at this place after searching for craft beer and reading positive reviews about their selection. Inside looks great with a large, attractive bar running along one side. Tap list was fairly small, but a some solid options. I was there to buy beer to-go and that's where things went downhill. First, they have a very, very small inventory. Second, they seem to only sell singles. That said, I was pleasantly surprised to see some great options from breweries out of state including Other Half and Equilibrium. But then I saw the prices. Wow! I'm used to paying a premium for better beer, but these single cans are priced between $7 - $10. Each! That's over a 50% markup. If that was the end of the story, I'd simply have overpaid for some good beer. However the cruelest blow came when I opened the first beer. One sip and immediately I realized I got got. A malty disaster, hops dead on arrival. This was an old can, the only question was how old. The answer, over 10 months old, canned May 13 2021. For shame, selling beer well past its prime at secondary prices. Hopefully the beers on tap are fresher, but be cautious if you're buying anything to go from the cooler. read more

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Great place for a beer, wine, coffees, a little shopping and nice people. Bar seating, high top tables or comfortable couches-whatever you prefer! Kind of like a Cheers in Ocala. read more

Juniper General Store is a unique gem in Ocala. This is a great place to relax, meet up with old friends and perhaps meet new ones. Enjoy one of their wine selections and choose from an assortment of craft beers on tap or cold cans of craft style beverages in the fridge. Need a gift for someone or feel like shopping? Juniper has an entire boutique stocked with items crafted by local artists. If you haven't been to Juniper in a while, you should go back. If you've never been there, you should check them out. A comfortable, relaxed and casual atmosphere that draws you in. Thank you, Polly and Dick, for for making your guests feel like family. read more

I stopped here on a recommendation and it was absolutely delightful! It smells warm and inviting, they have amazing coffee, and their small shop is full of carefully curated local art. I would 100% recommend this place to anyone visiting the area. read more

good capps. too many light beers for my taste. guess I was there in the wrong part of the rotation. which they had growlers for take away. Would also like to see a local porter and Belgian style. Beautiful place. Have to get there for food truck day. read more

Amazing selection of local and state wide small business crafts and services; premium coffee, beer and wine selection, friendly staff, calm and aesthetic atmosphere, honestly everything I could want! read more

Amazing beers and great choices to snack on! The store is filled with crafts from local artists which is great!

The store is absolutely gorgeous inside - from the bar, lounge area, local artwork on display, hand made jewelry and the interior design is impeccable; a real gem in Ocala. Can't wait to go back again read more

Love this little spot, where they hand you "your" beer from memory! Great atmosphere, fun place to bump into people, friendly people, yummy treats. So glad they're in my back yard! read more

Delicious salads, cheeses, crackers and drinks. Ask for a charcuterie board and have fun shopping!