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Polar Bear 07-14-2017 10:45 AM
Restaurant for Anniversary
 
I'd like to take my wife to someplace new for our upcoming anniversary. Doesn't have to be real fancy or expensive, but just a bit different and very nice with good food. We've already agreed we don't want to go a long way, so someplace in the tri-county area would be preferable. Maybe as far as Ocala if something really appeals to us.

Any recommendations?

NYGUY 07-14-2017 11:13 AM
The Rose Plantation fits your description.

Henryk 07-14-2017 11:52 AM
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Originally Posted by NYGUY (Post 1424205)
The Rose Plantation fits your description.
I agree completely.

dnobles 07-14-2017 12:04 PM
Harry's

l2ridehd 07-14-2017 01:03 PM
Celeste's in Ocala, Turners in Leesburg, Big Bobs in Oklawaha, Rose Plantation, Burn's in Tampa.

capecodder1 07-14-2017 03:15 PM
Mission Inn Resort
 
about 20 minute drive from TV. You won't be disappointed in the food, service, views. May be more expensive than some restaurants, but great place for a special occasion.

dewilson58 07-14-2017 03:21 PM
Have dbussone & Nucky come over and cook you a lobster dinner.

Polar Bear 07-14-2017 06:47 PM
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Originally Posted by capecodder1 (Post 1424296)
about 20 minute drive from TV. You won't be disappointed in the food, service, views. May be more expensive than some restaurants, but great place for a special occasion.
What restaurant are you speaking of? :)

bagboy 07-14-2017 06:50 PM
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Originally Posted by Polar Bear (Post 1424381)
What restaurant are you speaking of? :)
The headline was easy to miss. Mission Inn Resort

dbussone 07-14-2017 06:53 PM
Restaurant for Anniversary
 
Quote:
Originally Posted by dewilson58 (Post 1424300)
Have dbussone & Nucky come over and cook you a lobster dinner.


My specialty is a filet with a butterflied lobster tail.

And thanks for the compliment! The women in our neighborhood are waiting in line, and my golfing buddies are pretty PO'd


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dbussone 07-14-2017 06:59 PM
If you would like a fabulous meal, but expensive, go to Mark's Prime in Ocala. They also prepare non-steak meals. Their Chilean sea bass is out of this world. It is our preferred restaurant for special occasions.


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OpusX1 07-14-2017 07:28 PM
Reservations are required for the Rose Plantation.

Polar Bear 07-14-2017 07:36 PM
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Originally Posted by bagboy (Post 1424382)
The headline was easy to miss. Mission Inn Resort
Heheh. Got me! I've hardly ever seen headlines used like that.

Oh, and...thanks! :)

CFrance 07-14-2017 07:59 PM
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Originally Posted by dbussone (Post 1424385)
If you would like a fabulous meal, but expensive, go to Mark's Prime in Ocala. They also prepare non-steak meals. Their Chilean sea bass is out of this world. It is our preferred restaurant for special occasions.


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Mmm... I may have to branch out from Harry's. I looooove Chilean sea bass.

dbussone 07-14-2017 08:13 PM
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Originally Posted by CFrance (Post 1424401)
Mmm... I may have to branch out from Harry's. I looooove Chilean sea bass.


My wife's favorite meal.


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l2ridehd 07-15-2017 06:19 AM
The food and service at Mark's Prime is good. A bit expensive for the quality, but the big issue I have is the noise. It is the loudest place I have ever eaten. You can't have a conversation at the table. And so everyone in the place is yelling to talk at their table. Which just makes it worse. Went once and will never go back because of the noise issue.

fred53 07-15-2017 07:26 AM
In order for someone to make it someplace "new" wouldn't the original poster have to given the places they've already eaten a good meal???

Taltarzac725 07-15-2017 08:16 AM
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Originally Posted by dbussone (Post 1424385)
If you would like a fabulous meal, but expensive, go to Mark's Prime in Ocala. They also prepare non-steak meals. Their Chilean sea bass is out of this world. It is our preferred restaurant for special occasions.


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I will have to try that some time. Chilean sea bass sounds good. Home - Mark's Prime Steakhouse Is that a seasonal dish the Chilean sea bass as I do not see it on their Ocale menu unless it would be in the Fresh Catch cover all.

Nucky 07-15-2017 09:27 AM
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Originally Posted by dewilson58 (Post 1424300)
Have dbussone & Nucky come over and cook you a lobster dinner.
I'm ashamed to tell you I don't know how to cook. That being said we really enjoyed The Rose Plantation. Have a good time. I almost forgot if you want a great Italian meal Big Bob's in Ocklawaha on Route 25 is great food but a little touchy on the outside. Hard to explain.

birdawg 07-15-2017 01:17 PM
Harrys Ocala.

dbussone 07-15-2017 01:28 PM
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Originally Posted by l2ridehd (Post 1424437)
The food and service at Mark's Prime is good. A bit expensive for the quality, but the big issue I have is the noise. It is the loudest place I have ever eaten. You can't have a conversation at the table. And so everyone in the place is yelling to talk at their table. Which just makes it worse. Went once and will never go back because of the noise issue.


I've never experienced that issue at Marks.


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aninjamom 07-15-2017 01:37 PM
The Goblin Market in Mt. Dora.

Tootsie's Mom 07-15-2017 02:48 PM
The Ivy House in Ocala. Victorian style house with southern cooking, not pricey. Call for hours or check dining section of Daily Sun.

dbussone 07-15-2017 02:50 PM
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Originally Posted by aninjamom (Post 1424567)
The Goblin Market in Mt. Dora.


Another good suggestion. My wife enjoys this restaurant. She goes several times a year with her friends.

For a fun lunch sometime try "Lunch on Limoges" in Dade City. Reservations are required, and the menu is eclectic.
Home

PB - perhaps consider Dade City for a fun lunch and part of an afternoon outing.


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jjdees 07-15-2017 02:58 PM
Haven't been there for a while but we found the Cotillion in Wildwood to be a special experience. Great service, great food, and a definite return, soon.

lorilorilori 07-15-2017 04:00 PM
is there a dining club at the villlage ? similar to ones that Meetup have
where u meet friends and strangers and dine together ?

Thx, Lori

Skip 07-15-2017 06:25 PM
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Originally Posted by lorilorilori (Post 1424612)
is there a dining club at the villlage ? similar to ones that Meetup have
where u meet friends and strangers and dine together ?

Thx, Lori
Kinda. It's The Villages Gourmet Club. Been around for many years. I think they meet quarterly. LINK. Trusted reviews too.

Skip

Skip 07-15-2017 06:27 PM
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Originally Posted by l2ridehd (Post 1424251)
Celeste's in Ocala...
Where's that?

Skip

Sandtrap328 07-16-2017 07:32 AM
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Originally Posted by dbussone (Post 1424385)
If you would like a fabulous meal, but expensive, go to Mark's Prime in Ocala. They also prepare non-steak meals. Their Chilean sea bass is out of this world. It is our preferred restaurant for special occasions.


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Chilean Sea Bass is a non-sustainable fish. It became popular due to slick marketing techniques. Google Chilean Sea Bass and you will find pictures of it and the real name of the fish - Patagonian Toothfish.

Go for beef. A dry aged ribeye steak medium rare cannot be beat.

l2ridehd 07-16-2017 07:45 AM
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Originally Posted by Skip (Post 1424652)
Where's that?

Skip
Sorry Skip. Gave the wrong name. That is one from another town in Virginia. The one in Ocala I like is La Cuisine French Restaurant and it's right behind Mark's.

Skip 07-17-2017 08:07 AM
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Originally Posted by l2ridehd (Post 1424764)
Sorry Skip. Gave the wrong name. That is one from another town in Virginia. The one in Ocala I like is La Cuisine French Restaurant and it's right behind Mark's.
Know it well but their menu never changes.

Skip

dbussone 07-20-2017 11:17 AM
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Originally Posted by Sandtrap328 (Post 1424760)
Chilean Sea Bass is a non-sustainable fish. It became popular due to slick marketing techniques. Google Chilean Sea Bass and you will find pictures of it and the real name of the fish - Patagonian Toothfish.

Go for beef. A dry aged ribeye steak medium rare cannot be beat.


I always have a nice steak at Mark's. I'll let YOU tell my wife she can't eat the fish. Just make sure you have your affairs in order first.


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CFrance 07-20-2017 12:31 PM
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Originally Posted by dbussone (Post 1426196)
I always have a nice steak at Mark's. I'll let YOU tell my wife she can't eat the fish. Just make sure you have your affairs in order first.


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Ha ha you big chicken!

dbussone 07-20-2017 03:47 PM
Restaurant for Anniversary
 
Quote:
Originally Posted by CFrance (Post 1426227)
Ha ha you big chicken!


Chicken is ok too. I eat it often, but I would never pay a restaurant for a chicken meal.

And my direct response to your point is...YES!


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Polar Bear 07-24-2017 06:52 PM
First place suggested was The Rose Plantation, and there's where we ended up going...

It fit the description of what I was looking for perfectly. We hadn't been there before and it's definitely a bit different. The food was very good. It's a bit pricey, but there were several entrees for around $20, so it would be possible to eat there without going overboard. But it was our anniversary and we did go overboard...and enjoyed every penny of it! :)

The country atmosphere and setting may not be for everybody, but we enjoyed it very much.

dbussone 07-24-2017 07:05 PM
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Originally Posted by Polar Bear (Post 1427808)
First place suggested was The Rose Plantation, and there's where we ended up going...



It fit the description of what I was looking for perfectly. We hadn't been there before and it's definitely a bit different. The food was very good. It's a bit pricey, but there were several entrees for around $20, so it would be possible to eat there without going overboard. But it was our anniversary and we did go overboard...and enjoyed every penny of it! :)



The country atmosphere and setting may not be for everybody, but we enjoyed it very much.


Thank yo for sharing, PB, our anniversary is in August and I value your review.


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Sensei 07-27-2017 04:15 AM
Turners Leesburg
 
The best restaurant in the Villages area. Note the TripAdvisor reviews.
Ogenkide,
john

lorilorilori 07-28-2017 04:45 PM
waiting to hear about the anniversary dinner ?

Have Rose Plantation on my 2do list next time @ TV.

Polar Bear 07-28-2017 05:41 PM
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Originally Posted by lorilorilori (Post 1429498)
waiting to hear about the anniversary dinner ?

Have Rose Plantation on my 2do list next time @ TV.
Heheh. Post #35.

We enjoyed it very much. As part of my brief "review", I stated it may not be for everyone. But it was a very enjoyable and different place. "Different" was high on my list of desirables, so we were very pleased. :)

Ecuadog 08-12-2017 05:46 PM
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Originally Posted by Polar Bear (Post 1427808)
First place suggested was The Rose Plantation, and there's where we ended up going...

It fit the description of what I was looking for perfectly. We hadn't been there before and it's definitely a bit different. The food was very good. It's a bit pricey, but there were several entrees for around $20, so it would be possible to eat there without going overboard. But it was our anniversary and we did go overboard...and enjoyed every penny of it! :)

The country atmosphere and setting may not be for everybody, but we enjoyed it very much.
I'm sorry that I missed your review. Thank you very much. Now, it's on my list of places to try.


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