The Braised Onion
754 NE 25th Ave, Ocala, FL, 34470
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Address :
754 NE 25th Ave
Ocala, FL, 34470 - Phone (352) 877-3493
- Website https://www.braisedonion.net/
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Opening Hours
- Tue
Specialities
- Takes Reservations : Yes
Delivery : No
Take-out : Yes
Accepts Credit Cards : Yes
Good For : Dinner
Parking : Private Lot
Bike Parking : Yes
Good for Kids : Yes
Good for Groups : Yes
Attire : Casual
Ambience : Casual
Noise Level : Average
Alcohol : Full Bar
Outdoor Seating : No
Wi-Fi : Free
Has TV : Yes
Waiter Service : Yes
Caters : Yes
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Richard Y.
This is a must try! Between the 10 of us we had variety of the menu items and everything was excellent. I would recommend early reservations it became very busy around 6:15.
(5)Peter S.
the enviornment and food was very good, most of the other wait staff seemed to be ontop of things, however our waiter disapeared for long periods of time and after taking my card did not return for 30 minutes, and had forgotten ,I had to ask for the bill again.
(4)Joseph K.
We were visiting my grandmother in Ocala from Raleigh, NC and after a weekend of fried pub food, I decided to take charge and pick the restaurant. I found The Braised Onion on yelp and informed my group that we were going there for dinner. What a gem! The food was exceptional and pleased my older american-cuisine-loving crowd (there were some great looking Asian places my wife and I wanted to try, but that was right out for my group) as well as filling my need for just good non-greasy cooking. I think that is the true beauty of the place, great food that can also appease whatever elderly relative you are visiting in Ocala. The atmosphere was very festive (there was a wedding reception going on in a private room), but definitely a hopping place for Ocala which tends to have more hip replacements than hip places, I think. I called at 6 to see if we could get a party of 10 in at 7 (on a Saturday night), and they clearly had to scramble, but made it happen. The staff that helped us including Makenzie up front and our waiter Tony were both phenomenal. They were very apologetic that we had to wait 5 minutes even though I made reservations for a huge party 1 hour beforehand and there was a wedding reception going on. The food was great. We had ages ranging from 2 and 1/2 to 90, and everybody agreed it was the best meal all weekend. The prices were about the same as other places we had eaten (Horse and Hounds and the Tilted Kilt) but the quality was much higher. I had the pecan encrusted salmon with macaroni and cheese and a side salad. My meal was fantastic. I also tried the fried green tomatoes which was fine but not something to go out of your way for. The mac n cheese was a hit with every person. The chicken pot pie was excellent along with the sweet potato fries. The children's menu was great with healthy, delicious options. 5 Stars, excellent.
(5)Edward T.
This was our second time there,so I called for reservation knowing they get crowded and it was or Anniversary. Got there and they told us or reservation did not guarantee us anything...... ok . Even though there were people being seated before us. Food was ok . My wife got filet I got the Prime rib ... soso Or waitress was good but that is as far as I will go. I wont be recommending or returning
(2)Marc W.
Well, the food is big, anyway, and the people are really nice. It's kinda like eating in the lunchroom in 7th grade: nobody is going to die, and you're better off dreaming about the cheerleaders.
(2)Laura B.
While on a visit to my mother in Ocala, I was taken to her favorite restaurant in town, the Braised Onion. We had a marvelous meal, and the prices seemed so reasonable compared with the Washington DC prices I am used to. Pleasant ambiance, delicious food, and attentive service. The lobster bisque was perfect. My dessert of trifle will live long in my memory. Chef Felix stopped by our table to receive our compliments.
(5)Tonya Tallulah M.
Recently had my second meal at the Braised Onion which was even better than the first! Love the low key atmosphere & the mellow decor. The service has been outstanding on both occasions, they offer happy hour & the menu offers Southern comfort any way you like it. (May I recommend the Fried Green Tomatoes with a side of Cheese Grits & the Meatloaf with Creamy Potatoes ?) I was also able to ask their manager, Hope, about bringing in my business partners to hold meetings & opportunity functions , to which she smiled and said YES! My Rodan & Fields team and I WILL RETURN Braised Onion !
(5)Wesley M.
I was pleasantly surprised by the outstanding quality of the jazzy/blue singer performing during our Saturday evening dinner here. I forget his name, but the wait staff raved about him as one of their best acts. It made for a pleasant ambience to catch up with family. The food was good but not spectacular ... the macaroni and fried onion were excellent bets (and though "country fried filet mignon" sounded more refined than plain old "country fried steak", it essentially amounted to the same type of dish at a higher price point). This place was a great find overall - we enjoyed it and would definitely go back!
(4)Phil C.
The Braised Onion was ok, not great nor bad, and I can see why people love it or hate it. The menu is basic diner with a few fancy twists. The ambiance is quite nice actually, very calming and tranquil. I had a prime rib which was quite tough; the crab cakes were extremely mushy (but tasted very good, just bad texture). Bread pudding, mac/cheese and "grilled" veggies were very good but the veggies were probably too oily for anyone with an imagined allergy to oil. Service and pacing was very good. They also have free Wifi which is welcomed by us single diners. Finished about 8:30, looked up and only one other table was going. They closed at 9! This location seems always to have the same type of restaurant.
(3)Stephen C.
One of the best restaurants in Ocala, especially since losing Bella Luna. The staff is highly attentive and professional, the food is always fresh, and they even offer a half portioned section of the menu, if you would like to share a few different mains. Once you go in, the owners make you feel like your part of the family, and everything just falls into sync.
(5)Amber Z.
I'm sorry to say, but I feel this is overrated. I have tried this three times and not happy each time. Onion soup was too salty to eat( and I like salt) wait staff tried it and agreed. Mac and cheese was flavorless. Next time I got the special it was a shrimp dish - shrimp were completely mushy but the salad that came with it was very good. The last time I order another soup and when I got it it had a glass type stone in it. The only place they have these stones are out front. I can ONLY assume it was off another person's table- was "topped off" and reserved. The supervisor couldn't explain it any other way, so I'm done!
(1)Cristina B.
My brother and his wife brought me and my parents here for lunch and it was awesome! Everything from the service to food was excellent! If you order an appetizer, try the fried green tomatoes. When we go to visit, this is most definitely the place we'll be coming back to!
(5)Mike R.
From the star we felt rushed. We weren't even seated and the server wanted our drink order. We ordered the award winning jumbo cakes. No jumbo crab. Oil under cooked. Swimming in sauce. Salad good. Entree had good taste. But could have been microwaved a bit more.. Not sure if it deserves a repeat
(1)Howard L.
Four of us had a wonderful experience. The food was excellent. The chicken-fried filet mignon melted in my mouth. The fried onion loaf was sad good as the original Tony Roma's. The Princess Di bread pudding was delicious. Service was excellent and the prices were reasonable.
(4)Gary B.
Heartily recommended. Braised Onion is a moderately upscale restaurant with good menu variety, reasonable prices and good service. We had French onion soup, penne ala vodka and pasta primavera - all excellent. Unlike another reviewer's experience, our waiter was attentive, drinks and food were served promptly, and the quality outstanding.
(5)Don R.
We were looking for something just a little different and found it. Nice little place in a nice area. Food was very good, but the service was better. We were met outside by the hostess who greeted us with a big smile and an open door. Quickly sown tour table, and our server came over and got things started promptly. Only compliant I have is the menu selection. Not a lot of variety. But good specials ( I had veal Marsala -- very good). Nice experience overall. We will certainly go back.
(4)george k.
The Braised Onion was our last hope to find a good meal in Ocala, a wish that has never been realized. It came closer than others but it is still below par. Like many Ocala eateries, they rush the food to the table. We managed to stay there 2 hours with a variety of stall tactics. We outlasted diners who were seated as much as a half hour after we arrived. Terrible. The food was okay but not very creative or flavorful. The chicken pot pie was good, the lemon chicken was good. My prime rib was okay. The mac and cheese was okay. We were looking for more than okay and good and we never found it. The place has potential but needs to be more creative. Slow down the pace. The sides need to be shortened. Why order the soup off the app list if they are giving it away for free with the entree? Makes no sense. Why must everything be quick? Why must everything lack nuances and flavors? There's no excuse for that.
(3)Christine M.
If you want a meal catering to the old High Towers crowd - predictable, overcooked & bland - this is the place for you.
(1)Jessica J.
Stopped in for dinner on a Sunday evening. The restaurant was pretty empty when we dined in. The food was pretty good and the drinks were great. I highly recommend the sangria. My husband had the meatloaf and he loved it. He thought it was moist. The decor is kind of cheesy. We felt underdressed because of it. LOL
(4)J M.
The Braised Onion is a jewel in Ocala, FL Every time I eat in this great restaurant I try to take a picture of my meal and write a review, but once the food is served I get amnesia. The service is second to none and the food is phenomenal. I recommend that if you come to this restaurant you will not be disappointed... Meals to try: The liver, prime rib, filet, braised onion loaf of bread..... Everything is goooood....
(4)Paula S.
Service outstanding.. Ambience great. Menu fabulous and delicious! Deserts are OMG scrumptious. Six of us dining and oohing and aahing over ALL the food. No complaints just rants and raves! Go..., you'll love it!
(5)Ernie M.
Very appealing décor both in and out. I started with the lobster bisque and it was very good. I then ordered the fried catfish and it was outstanding both in quality and quantity. My wife had the mushroom soup and loved it. She then ordered the crab cake appetizer as her entrée and raved about it. The crab cake was set on a slice of zucchini bread which sounds weird but she said it was scrumptious and a very unique combination of tastes. Apparently it was so good she couldn't offer me a bite. The one critique is that as costly as the entrees are you would think they could include a small dinner salad, but no you have to order that separate and at a pretty hefty price. Joshua gave us excellent service. We'll go back.
(4)Phil J.
The ambience was exquisite and the service was superb. I'm gluten intolerant and they made sure that I was well taken care of. I have nothing but good things to say about this restaurant. Phil Johnson - New Jersey
(5)J D.
Bestest liver & onions I've ever enjoyed. And an "onion loaf"? Hoodie thunk? Quiet jazz sets a relaxing dining experience. This our second visit & we'll be back.
(4)Mona P.
We love Braised Onion from family dinners, to date night and of course Girls Night out its the perfect place and everything is delicious! Excellent service too! Live music on the weekends!
(5)Dave W.
Warning: I'm not from Ocala so perhaps my expectations are different than those who frequent this establishment We were invited to this highly rated "new american" restaurant, and found a nicely decorated, stylish establishment. They have a wonderful full bar, complete with prosecco and any martini you can dream of! Awesome! However, upon looking at the dinner menu, I didn't find anything remotely "new" although the prices were certainly affordable. Meatloaf. Fried chicken. Turkey. Steak with baked potato. I almost fell asleep reading it! Well, we were there so we ordered. I have to say the food was under seasoned and under inspired. In fact, it was the epitomy of "safe". My plain properly cooked steak came with boiled broccoli. No seasoning. No sauce. No creativity. Nothing. If this is what you are looking for, enjoy! Otherwise, you have been warned.
(2)Bill G.
Off the beaten path. This is a must stop if you are driving through the area. The have great homemade southern food in a clean upscale setting. Service is awesome. Don't forget to try a desert before you leave!
(5)Laurie K.
You'll find a solid dinner experience at the Braised Onion. The dining room has smart decor and a comfortable vibe. It's easy to converse with a soft jazz playlist in the background. While the food was tasty, I was most impressed by the friendly and attentive staff. Our waitress did everything to make out party of eight happy and satisfied with our meal. She was outstanding. When a couple of our special drinks weren't quite right, the bartender re-made them. They were terrific and the bartender came to check on how we were enjoying them. The appetizers, especially the spinach salad, were flavorful. Everyone enjoyed their main courses; high marks were given to the short ribs. The vegetables were uninspired and a bit undercooked. Though that's the only small negative point we encountered. All-in-all, I'd highly recommended eating at The Braised Onion if you're in Ocala.
(5)Rashonna T.
Had a late lunch to celebrate a family occasion. The service was excellent. Around the table we shared the tasty onion loaf! I had a cup of the mushroom soup and it was all kinds of wonderful, so rich and creamy! The sandwiches and burgers are huge, I had the Spring Salad with blackened chicken breast (tasted more jerk) for dessert my friend had the triffle and the bite I stole was decadent! Awesome place I definitely plan to go back!
(4)Tracy G.
Love! Love! Love it! This is our Go-To place if we know we want a great meal and great service, period. I've never had a bad meal (salmon was salty once but still delicious). The staff (all of them) show an excellent attention to detail. The atmosphere is beautiful and clean. The live music is a bonus (not sure what nights).
(5)RL C.
My mom and I were looking for something special and boy did we find it! The Mac&Roni&Cheese was delicious!!! My mother raved about the catfish and fried green tomatoes. I enjoyed the salmon on a bed of spinach and quinoa. The owner's daughter came to our table to chat and ask us about our experience. We are definitely coming back and have decided to start with dessert. :)
(5)Julie C.
The food was very very tasty the service was very slow the food is comfort food at its best excellent menu definitely get the bread pudding it is out of this world card
(4)Allison W.
Had a lunch meeting here today. Food, service, decor all fantastic! The onion loaf and black bean hummus appetizers were large enough to share with our group of 7 people. The lemon chicken with green beans and rice was a perfect portion size and excellently prepared. I do not get to Ocala that often but will come back again.
(5)Don L.
Stellar outing! Family outing of 8 and all felt everything was top notch food, drinks, appetizers and especially our waitress. Unlike many restaurants in Ocala, this one takes reservations - which is a big plus. And prices were reasonable as well.
(5)Eileen T.
Wonderful atmosphere outstanding staff we had lobster bisque, amazing, onion loaf, awesome, Fried green tomatoes, fantastic. All three of us Had the special chicken fried steak with mashed potatoes green beans and gravy to die for. Do not miss this place the decor is beautiful We will be back
(5)Victoria A.
Great food, great atmosphere. My friend and I found this place by luck and we were pleasantly surprised at how amazing it is. The green tomato dish and the creme brulee were two of our favorite dishes. Everything was so good we finished our plates completely, even shared each others plates because we couldn't decide which one we liked better! It has a mom and pops feel to it but with a modern edge. At the end we were approached by the owner and asked if we enjoyed ourselves- which we did. I'm from LA but if I'm ever in Central Florida again, which I will be in a few months, I will be sure to stop by the Braised Onion.
(5)Kelsey H.
We took a little road trip up to Ocala to pick up a motorcycle for my husband. Of course it started to downpour before we could even attempt to drive back to Orlando, so we detoured to The Braised Onion to dry out. The atmosphere is moody and they had live music playing this particular Friday night. Our server was friendly and attentive. We ordered the Lobster bisque and poached pear salad. The bisque was amazing! The salad was very very good and a huge portion for only $7. They could have easily charged $12-14 for it. The pears were very good, but I think it would have been better grilled. It's hard to tell the difference between poached pear and canned pear.... We also ordered the crab cakes, fried green tomatoes, and onion strings (pressed into a loaf) to share. Everything was delicious! Definitely worth the stop if you're in the area!
(4)Laura S.
The Braised Onion is a five star tucked away gem. The wine list is comprehensive and reasonable. The food original and unforgettable...I started with a half salad with crab and lobster as an add on followed by the braised short ribs. My dining parter selected farm salad with crab and lobster followed by the pecan crusted salmon. We each selected two different varieties of wine by the glass. Every choice was spot on! This is a restaurant that we can not wait to get back to. The ambiance is classy, contemporary, cozy and comfortable. We will be bringing friends back with us.
(5)Janett F.
Enjoyed our wonderful lunch. We only had appetizers & sides and were truly pleased. Loved the bread that was brought out to our table! Had fried green tomatoe & the tomatoe and mozzarella which were very good. Finished off with Mac and roni & cheese. We will be back :)
(4)Buddy C.
Great value, the wedge we split. Portions too big . All seems homemade. Very knowledgeable about Gluten Free food. Great staff
(5)Anne C.
For Mother's Day there was only a brunch available - $35/adult including one mimosa. The great items I tried from the buffet were the shrimp and grits and the prime rib. The other food available included lamb, an omelet station, eggs benedict, macaroni and cheese, lemon chicken, yellow tail stuffed with crab, meatloaf, some other sides, and a plethora of desserts. These were all okay but not worth the money. I would recommend ordering an entree rather than the buffet because the food and presentation are probably better when the food is not mass produced. The servers were all super friendly and I'll give it another try when I can check out the live music and order off the menu.
(3)Joe J.
So read a number of reviews. Mixed messages, but have wanted to give them a try. Best choice we made all day! The service was responsive and timely. No complaints here. Went while "Happy Hour - 2 for 1" was available. Had the Meatloaf and the Lemon Chicken. Both were excellent. Followed up with Cheesecake for dessert. Out the door for $40.02 not counting tip.....consider this to be a very moderately priced meal for two. Will certainly recommend this location to friends.
(5)Milford Y.
Went last night with a group of 14 for one of the couples anniversary celebration. Food was outstanding as was the service provided to us by Jeannie. She was the best. I had meatloaf (outstanding), green beans with prosciutto, mashed potatoes (real potatoes) small side of Mac and cheese (the best ever). On a scale of 1 to 10 the food was a 10, server Jeannie was the most attentive and was also a 10 all the other meals were outstanding.
(5)N B.
After hearing about how great braised onion is I finally partaked in the gastric goodness. The ambience and atmosphere was nice, decor was for me a bit over the top. But it could grow on me. I had the mushroom soup which was good and the meatloaf well the meatloaf was ok but to me a bit spicy. The Mai tai was needless to say well loaded. My complaint would be the lack of bread and somewhat slow service. Soup came out and then the salad and immediately entrees came out. I would definitely go and try it again.
(4)Ashton B.
The restaurant is a beautiful place. The food was good but our server was outstanding! Will return
(4)Janet A.
Food was good but service terrible. Person with us asked for refill of drink three tes and never got it. Also didn't get the food item she ordered on menu. When it came to paying bill separately it was so slow we decided to pay cash as the waitress disappeared for long periods of time when she left the table. The waitress apologized but there weren't many people being served at lunch. Would rate higher bit poor service made the experience less desirable
(3)Ronald G.
Just left Braised Onion---absolutely HATE the new menu---PRICES HAVE RISEN SUBSTANTIALLY ---every entree is ala carte---half small side salads offered for $5 --SO THEREFORE MY $16 lemon chicken or $16 beef stroganoff with a side salad climbs to an astronomical 24.-26. Before tax-beverage-tip etc !!! PLEASE GO BACK TO A MORE REASONABLY PRICED MENU----or you have lost four more patrons ---
(1)Sam F.
Solid 4 stars! Strong menu for conventional American dishes like fried chicken, meatloaf, and chicken pot pie. We had pecan encrusted salmon on sautéed spinach and beef stroganoff. The salmon was very good; I could argue the stroganoff used stew meat rather than sirloin but it was very tasty. Salads were nice: one was a head of romaine the other a nice spinach with apples and blue cheese. Desserts were good. We had rum raisin bread pudding and one other. Atmosphere was a little noisy for our tastes; a full bar was available and popular with live music to boot. The menu had enough interest that we will be back.
(4)Crystal Realtor Keller Williams M.
As usual the food was excellent..Leg of lamb and Chicken Marsala...of course delicios mac and cheese and home made banana nut bread. Service was wonderful as usual.
(4)Zachary M.
The service was great. The wait staff was fast, nice, and didn't make me feel rushed. I had the baked mac n cheese. It was good, don't get me wrong, but there was WAY too much oil in it. I personally thought it was too heavy for me, even though it it tasted pretty good.
(3)Bethany T.
Great experience! My family and I went to the braised onion while on vacation in Ocala forest. We booked our reservation on open table app. While arriving we were seated promptly in the preferred section we had asked for. Our waitress was mason who was excellent. For appetizers we ordered the fried green tomatoes and they disappeared in less than 60 seconds. Definitely something to get every time! The quality of the food was top notch. Everyone's meals were fantastic as well. The prime rib was amazing. Overall a great dinner. Highly recommended if you are visiting the Ocala area. 5 stars braised onion!!!!!
(5)Carolyn C.
Four of us had dinner here. The reservation and seating system is a bit convoluted. We called to say we would be 15 minutes late and when we arrived they would only seat us at a high top in the bar, even though several tables sat empty in the dining room with "reserved" signs on them. When we left, an hour later, those tables were still empty! Also, one table of four got up and left as they had not been able to give their dinner order in all the time that they were seated. Like many restaurants, there are people problems. But not with the Chef! The food was very good and we plan to return. We had the Scottish Salmon, Beef Stroganoff, Meatloaf and Chicken Marsala. All were quite good. For dessert we ordered the Lemon Bars (2 bars for $6.00) and they were only fair. Not lemony enough for any of us that tried them. Dinner for the four of us, not including drinks which we had at the bar, came to about $80. Very reasonable and good food.
(4)AC H.
Service very prompt and friendly, food prett good, nice crowd on Friday night.. Live music duo playing old standards. Best we had in Ocala!
(3)Catfish H.
Had lunch here yesterday, uninspired menu, extremely poor presentation. My lobster and crab salad sandwich tasted fishy and it was a mosh mash of shred. It was served on a large white plate without any garnish looked lost and did not reflect any love from the chef. Also had the coconut cream pie, the crust was so bad I did not eat it could not even cut with a fork it was tough. Another thing that really turned me off saw our waitress take down her ponytail at the bar redo and not wash her hands, Yuck!
(2)Grace S.
Excellent. Went for our Thankgiving dinner as we are new in towm. Really had a great time! Great food, the pumpkin pie with real whipped cream topped the day!
(5)Jennifer J.
I came in to the braised onion on a whim for a late lunch. I got the philly and the lobster bisque. The soup was incredible. The sandwich was good. The beer selection was minimal, but the service was attentive.
(5)Robert C.
Found this place while on a road trip south. It was excellent! You have to get the onion soup. Lobster bisque was ok, but not the best. Beers were small and service was a little slow, but if it was closer, I would go back just for the onion soup.
(4)Debi R.
Good overall but missed on the details. Mashed potatoes were institutional. Mac & cheese was great. Meatloaf was standard.
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