[FFlank]

Originally Posted by poromo

Please let me know what is considered upscale. I realize it has different definitions for different people. Personally, if the bill for 2 at the end of the night is less than $1,000 I do not consider the restaurant "upscale".

Yikes! I guess by this definition I’ve never been to an “upscale” restaurant 😂

[oldtimes]

Originally Posted by JSR22

Stirrups at the World Equestrian Center in Ocala s the most upscale restaurant in the area. Excellent food and service.

[kingofbeer]

Originally Posted by Golfer222

upscale

2 of 3
verb
upscaled; upscaling; upscales
transitive verb

1
: to make (something) more appealing to affluent consumers : to make (something) more upscale

Hope that helps you

Harvest in Brownwood Square

[OrangeBlossomBaby]

Originally Posted by Golfer222

upscale

2 of 3
verb
upscaled; upscaling; upscales
transitive verb

1
: to make (something) more appealing to affluent consumers : to make (something) more upscale

Hope that helps you

(see also: pretentious)

Fixed that for ya.


My grandparents were affluent and their favorite restaurant was Jimmy's of Savin Rock. It was basically a seafood and hotdog shack at the edge of the Savin Rock amusement park (which no longer exists). The restaurant is now an enclosed restaurant with full waiter service and the prices have definitely gone up, but it's not a white tablecloth and waiters with white gloves kind of place. They still do a thriving take-out business.

[kkingston57]

Originally Posted by poromo

Please let me know what is considered upscale. I realize it has different definitions for different people. Personally, if the bill for 2 at the end of the night is less than $1,000 I do not consider the restaurant "upscale".

Berns in Tampa will cost you a lot less than 1K unless you buy a very expensive wine(subjective as to how good it is) and is considered upscale.

[Stu from NYC]

Originally Posted by kkingston57

Berns in Tampa will cost you a lot less than 1K unless you buy a very expensive wine(subjective as to how good it is) and is considered upscale.

How far in advance do you need reservations?

[JoMar]

Originally Posted by retiredguy123

The only time I was there, I had to sit on the porch, where the tables were too close together. I also don't like that they have a dress code, and I think it is overpriced. But, that is just my opinion. I know a lot of people like it.

Dress codes are what helps make upscale upscale. They are dumbing down so many of what at one time was special to attract the masses and all that takes a hit on quality. Overpriced says a lot of what some consider upscale.

[Sensei]

Turners in Leesburg. Parties of four or fewer.

[Bhighley]

Originally Posted by Golfer222

What are recommendation for an upscale restaurant in or near the villages for a special occasion

Orlando or Tampa/St Pete is my recommendation. There's nothing "upscale" in the Villages yet.

[Aviva]

You must have an alcohol problem or spend a lot on specialty champagne or wine. I don't know what. I would consider myself a food snob and have eaten at some of the finest restaurants even Michelin star in Vegas,LA NY,Paris Toronto. I've never spent $1,000 on a meal for two people. I'd have to try really hard and order way too much to accomplish that end.

Originally Posted by poromo

Please let me know what is considered upscale. I realize it has different definitions for different people. Personally, if the bill for 2 at the end of the night is less than $1,000 I do not consider the restaurant "upscale".

[eeroger]

Originally Posted by Golfer222

What are recommendation for an upscale restaurant in or near the villages for a special occasion

After all the stupid abs insulting reply, I would definitely recommend The Rose Plantation. We make early dinner reservations so we can sit on the lovely porch. The service and food is impeccable, so we don't mind spending a little more for anniversary, birthday, or when we gave guests in town. They do have a dress code for men - slacks & a collared shirt. Not too much to ask.

[Bruce Carlson]

Bern's Steakhouse in Tampa has always been our "upscale' place to go.

[dcammel]

Originally Posted by retiredguy123

The Chop House is the only restaurant that I would suggest. I don't like the Rose Plantation, and the other upscale places are too noisy.

Try Oscar-Penn in Lecanto. Closed Sun-Mon and suggest reservations. We also like Boat House in Disney Springs. Mark Prime in Ocala also nice.

[bowlingal]

Ocala for upscale. There is a restaurant at the horse facility ,the equestrian center ( don't remember the name). If you truly want upscale, look into it.

[PVR]

Prima is way better. Consistently good. Not so at Chop House.