Braised Onion is a highly rated restaurant in Ocala, FL, known for its casual yet upscale atmosphere, vibrant artwork, and eclectic comfort food served for lunch and dinner.
Located at 754 NE 25th Ave, Ocala, FL 34470, this Ocala restaurant is a favorite for guests seeking meatloaf, chicken pot pie, dessert, local specialties, and table service in a cozy, romantic, and trendy setting.
Braised Onion offers dine-in, takeaway, delivery, no-contact delivery, and on-site services, along with a private dining room, bar on site, happy-hour drinks, great beer, great cocktails, great wine, and a strong selection of coffee, tea, and healthy options.
With wheelchair-accessible parking, entrance, seating, and restroom access, Braised Onion provides a welcoming dining experience for all guests. Dinner reservations are recommended and accepted.
To learn more about Braised Onion restaurant in Ocala, FL, call +1 352-620-9255 or visit this popular Ocala dining destination for fast service, comfort food, and one of the best-reviewed restaurant experiences in Marion County.
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Our Story
Welcome to a place where great food meets warm hospitality. We believe dining is more than just a meal - it's an experience to be savored and shared.
Our kitchen is dedicated to creating dishes that bring people together, using recipes that honor tradition while embracing innovation.
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A glimpse of our restaurant experience
Food & Drinks
Crispy fritters with sweet onion, red onion & scallion. Served with a basil Green Goddess & our signature sweet & spicy Pow Pow sauce
Cornmeal crusted tomatoes served with a crab & summer corn salad. Served with our creole mustard dressing.
Colossal sized shrimp, freshly crusted with coconut & panko. Served with a mango salsa & our signature sweet & spicy Pow Pow dipping sauce.
Crisp flatbread topped with heirloom tomatoes, mozzarella, fresh basil & a balsamic glaze
Jumbo lump blue crab, old bay, light panko, house-made remoulade, mango salsa
Crisp shrimp or chicken tossed in our signature sweet & spicy Pow Pow sauce. Also available as Pow Pow Vegetables.
Seasoned & chilled colossal sized shrimp, house-made wasabi cocktail & lemon garlic aioli dipping sauces
Chopped filet with mushroom wrapped in wonton, horseradish sauce
French onion soup, garlic crouton, Swiss, fontina
Rich creamy bisque, pureed lobster, cream of cherry
Ask your server for our fresh soup offering
Fresh arugula, spinach, mandarin orange, chevre, almond, poached pear, brown sugar glaze, raspberry balsamic
Vine ripe tomatoes, pickled red onion, applewood bacon, chicken, sharp cheddar, hard boiled egg, mixed greens & a Greek citrus vinaigrette
Crisp romaine heart, parmesan cheese, garlic croutons, grilled lemon wedge, house-made Caesar dressing
Spring mix, tomato, cucumber, carrot, onion & a Greek citrus vinaigrette
mixed greens, arugula, candied pecans, chevre cheese, & fresh berries, with our dark chocolate balsamic vinaigrette
arugula, spinach, toasted, coconut, toasted almonds, goat cheese, mandarin oranges, grilled pineapple, mango vinaigrette
USDA Prime Grade, 16 oz. hand cut & trimmed, cabernet sauvignon demi-glace
Black Angus, 8oz. center cut, cabernet sauvignon demi-glace
Tender, slow roasted, local, boneless short ribs, cabernet reduction, chef's mirepoix, rosemary, thyme & natural au jus
Petit filet hand breaded & fried, served with country pepper gravy
from the Berkshire breed, marinated, applewood bacon wrapped, mango salsa
Black Angus ground beef, slow roasted, country pan demi gravy
Chicken breast, Italian breading, mozzarella, parmesan, marinara, basil pesto over our boursin-style risotto
Tender veal liver, caramelized sweet onions and au jus, applewood smoked bacon
9 oz. airline chicken breast, roasted & finished with mushrooms & our marsala sauce
skinned & sliced eggplant, italian panko breading, rolled with ricotta & topped with marinara & basil
9 oz. airline chicken breast, roasted & finished with capers & our piccata sauce
fresh caught grouper, prepared your choice of seared or blackened
an exquisite breed of King salmon raised in the purest waters of New Zealand for culinary perfection
Jumbo shrimp, andouille sausage, sweet peppers, and onions, Creole tomato sauce, & smoked gouda grits
cold water claw and tail meat tossed with spinach, cavatappi & white cheddar cheese, topped with truffle panko
Tender braised short rib meat, crimini mushroom, heirloom tomato, house-made stroganoff sauce & pappardelle pasta
Fresh caught grouper strips coasted in crisp panko, house-made remoulade, mango salsa, parmesan truffle fries, buttered broccoli
cold water claw infused with our boursin-style risotto, finished with grilled asparagus & lobster tail
Premium, shareable sideServes 2-3 guests.
Hear from our valued guests
If you're in ocala, you must go eat now.The food is fantastic and the cocktails are well done. I think the place attempts to be very subdued. In its presentation. But the food is not, and that is really what we come out for.
Saturday lunch was great! Service was prompt and friendly. Appetizer was fantastic. French onion soup exceptional. Beef rib stroganoff was very good. Green Fried tomatoes were excellent! Salmon with polenta was fantastic. All meals served hot and fresh and the wait time was minimal. The coconut cream pie crust was very good with a slight hint of salt in the crust which made it even better! Waiter informed us that all deserts and ice cream are made in house. I'm glad they seem to have expanded their hours. In the past every time we stopped by they were closed.
July 9, 2025 - Two for late lunch. We were travelling many miles and need a break and to relax. Came off the highway after about 40 minutes of web, Yelp, Google, Open Table etc searching in the car. Spoiler Alert: WORTH the diversion and as others say an unexpected diamond in the rough. Top of the list ----- SERVICE was exceptional by Allison!!!!! The zone defense kitchen and bus folks were pleasant and nice!!!! We also pleasantly and quickly seated and the host/hostess kindly said goodbye and asked about our experience. This was dining like in the 60s and 70s!!!!! My wife got the French Onion Soup $11 that was actually vegetarian made with a mushroom base.... she loved it!!! Found out the chef or owner is a vegan??? I was disappointed no vegan or vegetarian options on the menu listed??? 9/10 She got the Hawaiian Salad $15 and added 4 Shrimp $14. The salad was fantastic and varied and fresh - REALLY awesome. 10/10 She said the shrimp were good, but at $3.50 a piece - that's crazy. 2/10 for price. I went with the Large Farm Salad which might sound boring and plain - it was anything but!!! A picture here somewhere. Cucumbers, onions, carrots, spinach and mixed greens, tomatoes and a lovely dressing on the side that was tasty and light. 10/10 my only quip is I would have LOVED to had a bean (garbanzo, black, kidney, anything) option to add. I tipped more generously than usual as the service and people here were exceptional. A great dining experience.
We wanted our anniversary dinner to be somewhere new, but still close to downtown, so we made reservations and were really surprised by both the service and the food. The crab cakes were amazing! Really meaty and worth the price, best crab cakes in Ocala. Everything was great and priced fair too. Anniversary dinners can run upwards of $150-$200 for us, and here it was about $125, so we will definitely be back, and not just for special occasions.
We visited this restaurant for a birthday celebration. We were seated in a private group area, which was cozy and comfortable. The service was exceptional, even with a large group of over 10 people. Our two dedicated waitresses were attentive and remembered our drinks throughout the meal. The food was simply exceptional and I am French so I know my food. We started with their colossal shrimp cocktail and beef Wilmington wontons, both of which were delicious and generously portioned. Next, we ordered lobster soup and braised onion soup. The lobster soup was a bit too rich for my liking, but the onion soup was truly appreciated. For our main courses, we chose filet mignon and New Orleans shrimp and grits. The filet mignon was cooked to perfection, as requested, and was incredibly tender and flavorful. My wife thoroughly enjoyed the shrimp and grits. Since we had provided the birthday cake, we didn’t try their dessert. Overall, it was a fantastic experience, and I highly recommend this restaurant.
This place was amazing! My daughter loved the coconut shrimp and homemade lobster mac and cheese. We are very picky with beef wellington and the beef wellington spring rolls were delicious and we like the sauce that accompanied it with. Everything was home made. We had the shrimp and grits, and the flavor was outstanding. We ended it with the ice cream which was just superb. Are server Rachel was so attentive and kind.We certainly will ask for her when we come again. We highly recommend this place for a casual vive.With five star flavors.
Everything about this place from the first meeting at the door by the manager was absolutely amazing, had the most delicious chicken Parm & beef stroganoff and the 2 martinis we had, the Kissed Caramel Appletini and the upside down cake martini 🤤 it was all sooooo amazing!!! Amazing energy all around
I ate here with my son on 1-15-26 and everything was wonderful. The service was impeccable and we were constantly checked on. Cheryl was a wonderful server who gave great recommendations. Will definitely be returning with friends.
Absolutely superb. If you live in Ocala or if you are just visiting, don't miss this amazing restaurant. High quality food reasonably priced. Servers also amazing. Drinks very well prepared. We had the strogonoff and chicken parmigiana. Both awesome. Desserts spectacular. Go for the bread pudding.
Had a great Valentine's experience. It was nice to dress up and have a nice meal. Our server was Joanne and she helped us to navigate the menu and even made some spot on suggestions! We truly had a great time and thoroughly enjoyed the meal. It was a little pricey, but it was a special occasion. I would recommend to anyone who needs a special night out!
Common questions about Braised Onion
Braised Onion is located at 754 NE 25th Ave, Ocala, FL 34470, United States, Ocala, FL, United States.
You can reach Braised Onion by calling +1 352-620-9255.
Braised Onion has a rating of 4.4 out of 5 based on 2031 customer reviews.
Braised Onion features the following accessibility: Wheelchair-accessible car park, Wheelchair-accessible entrance, Wheelchair-accessible seating, Wheelchair-accessible toilet.
Braised Onion features the following service options: No-contact delivery, Delivery, On-site services, Takeaway, Dine-in.
Braised Onion features the following highlights: Fast service, Great beer selection, Great cocktails, Great dessert, Great tea selection, Great wine list, Serves local specialty.
Braised Onion features the following popular for: Lunch, Dinner, Solo dining.
Braised Onion features the following offerings: Alcohol, Beer, Cocktails, Coffee, Comfort food, Happy-hour drinks, Healthy options, Private dining room, Small plates, Spirits, Wine.
Braised Onion features the following dining options: Lunch, Dinner, Dessert, Seating, Table service.
Braised Onion features the following amenities: Bar on site, Restroom.
Braised Onion features the following atmosphere: Casual, Cozy, Quiet, Romantic, Trendy, Upmarket.
Braised Onion features the following crowd: Groups, Tourists.
Braised Onion features the following planning: Dinner reservations recommended, Accepts reservations.
Braised Onion features the following payments: Credit cards, Debit cards, NFC mobile payments.
Braised Onion features the following children: High chairs, Kids' menu.
Braised Onion features the following parking: Free parking lot, Free street parking, Paid parking lot, Plenty of parking.
Braised Onion features the following pets: Dogs allowed outside.
Business Features
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