Harry's Bar and Brasserie in Isle of Wight

First time and last time dining here. Absolutely awful. Calamari wasn't fresh. My salmon was the thinnest piece of salmon I've ever seen, like an 1/8 inch thin. It was also way too overseasoned. Broccoli was also overseasoned and straight up moosh. Seriously disgusting. Potatoes were just ok, but a relief from all the other seasoning. I get that it's a cajun restaurant, but they really dumped on the seasoning. So gross! It was by far one of the worst meals I've ever had. Felt like I was eating salmon at a Chili's, which I don't do since trying salmon there many years ago. Couldn't pay me to go back to Harry's.

First time there, and we were pleasantly surprised.

Harry’s is one of my favorite spots to enjoy a delicious meal and a memorable evening. I’ve taken my girlfriend here several times, and each experience has been consistently excellent. The atmosphere strikes a perfect balance between relaxed and upscale, making it ideal for both casual date nights and special occasions. One of the highlights of every visit is the warm bread and flavorful butter they serve at the beginning of the meal — a simple touch that always sets the tone just right. The menu offers a variety of flavorful dishes, with a strong emphasis on Southern and Creole-inspired cuisine. Every plate we’ve tried has been seasoned to perfection and thoughtfully presented. The drink selection complements the food well, with handcrafted cocktails and a well-curated wine list that adds to the overall experience. Service has always been friendly and attentive without being overbearing, which makes a big difference. Located right on the town square, Harry’s is more than just a meal — it’s part of a full evening experience. After dining, it’s wonderful to stroll around the historic area, taking in the sights and charm of the beautifully preserved buildings and lively atmosphere. I highly recommend Harry’s for anyone looking for great food in a picturesque setting.

One of my favorite places to eat, ever. They never disappoint me, even brought my picky family there and they love it!

Love this place! One of my favorite restaurants. 🩷 Always a good meal, but the Shrimp Scampi and Tenderloin are beyond amazing.

I had the Blackened Grouper and it was great. The atmosphere and service was phenomenal. Not to mention it was also my wife’s birthday.

I've been to Lakeland, Gainesville, and now Ocala. Enjoyed each of them. Staff is always super , knowledgeable, kind and helpful. Food is first rate. Wonderful atmosphere I believe any person would enjoy the dinner.

A local treasure. The only place like this in the tri county area and, honestly, I've never seen a similar place anywhere. Suitable for fine dining, family night or just popping in for food and/or drinks. Everything is good but the CHICKEN JOLIE AND BRONZED RED FISH are the big winners here.

Love this place. Cute town area. Food was good. Reasonably priced.

Excellent service. Delicious food. The music is a bit loud for my taste. The banana dessert was a bit disappointing

My sister and I were on a road trip and we drove miles off our beaten path because this restaurant had a fabulous gluten free menu. And they did. My sister had blackened scallops and she thoroughly enjoyed her meal. Me on the other hand couldn't even eat mine. I asked the waiter which was the best choice, red beans and rice or jambalaya. He swore they had the best jambalaya around so I got that over pasta because that's what he recommended. Well, it was terrible. The chicken pieces were like rocks, there might ha e been 3 shrimp and im not sure what the sausage was. The waiter asked if he could get me a to go box and I told him no I didn't like it. He didn't offer a discount or another dish, just blew it off. I was so disappointed. Especially after reading all the wonderful reviews. Just my luck.

We went with a group of eight last Monday and I have to say it was one of the best restaurants I have been to in a long time. The food was amazing and hot and fresh. The server was fantastic and the desserts were even better. I will definitely be back.

We had dinner at the restaurant on Friday evening and, surprisingly, didn’t have to wait. It was noisy inside, the food was delicious, the portions were large, and there was an extensive New Orleans-style seafood menu. The service was a bit slow. It’s a good place for a family dinner in Ocala!

Food is top of the line, Drinks are reasonable for top shelf Servers are friendly Service is not the fastest but not the slowest

Great restaurant, fresh and delicious seafood. Good choice of beer, attentive service. Noisy, crowded. There is always a queue to enter. Crab cakes, Seafood dip, crawfish étouffée must try.

Had a great time and food was good

This place was great! I got the she crab soup and crab cakes. Both were amazing and I would definitely order again!!

Food was just okay. Fried Green tomatoes were not up to their usual standards. my fish was just okay. I had to ask for tartar sauce to help it

Friendly staff, scallops were absolutely perfect 10/10 would come here again!!

Great food and good service. Cajun food done well. Neat atmosphere .

Little loud I side but call ahead foe seating if you don't want to wait.

Love this place. We go twice a month in winter months when we are in town

Food is always great. We have gone to many different Harry's, and the food, service, and experience is always wonderful. Highly recommend.

Overall, the food was ok. It honestly lacked the flavor I was anticipating. Our waitress was good she was very attentive and had great timing. The crab cakes under the appetizers were good.

4.5⭐️Had the mahi mahi with arugula. Subbed broccoli for rice. Tasty and enjoyed. Son liked the beef medallions. Husband was meh on the Cobb salad saying not much egg or bacon. Waiter was attentive but interesting demeanor.

Food was cold and bland. I ordered the chicken tacos.

Nice atmosphere, food and drink selections. I enjoy sitting outside for a quick meal before attending events near the square.

Got the Cobb Salad. It was ok. I subbed the Harry's house vinaigrette which was excellent. However there was barely any egg and just one piece of bacon. I had even forgotten the latter since I didn't initially even see any, then about halfway got the bite of bacon and figured out they didn't add any. Salads aren't hard, so it's just disappointing. Their butter with the bread was great.

We love Harry's. We stop there after dropping our Gator off. Yummy drinks and delicious food!

Super great service, the food was fresh and flavorful with great portions. The Server was suggestive and professional as well the staff was super attentive and friendly. As someone traveling and working in the restaurant industry this is one of the best options if not the best in the area, can’t wait to go back.

Food was pretty good. I ordered a New Orleans inspired dish but it wasn't what I expected, plus the portion was kind of small. And I didn't see all the ingredients that was on the menu. Location is beautiful and it's right on the beach.

I had shrimp and crawfish étouffée, and it was very good as usual

Food was amazing. I had the scallops, grit cakes and fried green tomatoes .

You people are trash not real seafood I tried your food and it is not fresh you want fresh seafood go to new England I almost threw up when I tasted this garbage

Have always had great food and service.

Exceptional place to just relax Good company Shoot a game or two

I've visited 4 times now and have never been any less than thrilled. They've knocked it out of the park 4 for 4 now. For the quality of food and skill of preparation, it's the deal of the century. Really, it's that good. I can't speak highly enough of this place. If you're within 100 miles, it's worth the drive. Ask me how I really feel. Tip of the hat and nod of the head to all of you at Harrys

Stopped into Harry's with my wife yesterday and had an amazing experience! Our bartenders were spectacular (one in particular named Jordan really went above and beyond for us despite how busy it was on a Friday afternoon) and the food was absolutely delicious! Menu is diverse and unique, if you are a seafood lover I highly recommend checking this place out!

Left Lady Lake for a bit to explore Ocala… absolutely love this downtown area. The perfect mix of what we loved about Knoxville, TN and Huntsville , AL PLUS palm trees!!! The drinks were on point, best boudin balls ever. Alton liked the Chicken & Grits with spicy collards and my French Market Pasta with shrimp, chicken, bacon, and crème sauce was amazeballs. Ethan served us, and he’s absolutely wonderful. Ask for him if you make it to Harry’s.

entree was very good. Crabcake appetizer was very spare on the crab too much filler

Wonderful place! The food is amazing! We really loved the Creme Brule - best I've had in over 12 years. Our server was fantastic. We just so happened to dine out while a performer was playing music in the square. So, we asked for a table outside and enjoyed the music and food. I plan to take all my out of state visitors to eat here when they come.

Wow. The food was GREAT. Wait time wasn't bad. Service was great. Would go again for sure.

Harry’s was great, but our server Andrew was the true star he even held the door as we left!

Been waiting a long time to try this place out and the it had Amazing food, but terrible service, You figure you spend $300 at a table of 4 the server would be around but glasses stayed empty all night. Still left a $100 tip. She seemed like she was drugged up and couldn’t wait to get out of there. It was only 8:30pm… I will definitely give them a second chance but if we get the same server I will definitely ask for a different one. The place could definitely be five stars with the right service!

This place is our favorite restaurant in Florida. The redfish royale and the Oreo beignets are what keep us coming back.

The Mardi Gras menu was the best!!

The front desk had 4 people in it. Yet, when I asked for an outside table, I was told I'd have to wait for it to be bused. 3 empty tables waited until the bus person could come from the inside restaurant to bus all three empty tables. One of the four couldn't bus a table? Food excellent & my waitress attentive & good. But, it was a really bad experience with the front desk. 😕

Fried crab cake is the best !!! I had a drink called the front porch ! It was oh so good ! Best place server was very good and on top of our needs.

The French baked scallops were absolutely amazing!

Best seafood in ocala in a historic downtown setting.

Great classy Ocala restaurant. I love the food and the atmosphere!

Passing through and tried a NewOleans still restaurant..great place but the food is not NewOleans food,,, CLOSE but not the same.. the green fried tomatoes is a most !!! The fried grouper was great.. Tuna salad 👍 Redbeans not sure. Fried grits were pretty good.. outside seating was the best atmosphere in a while we had eating out.. Next time we are in the area we'll drop by and try something else.. So give it a try?!

Try the fondue shrimp and crayfish dip. Yum

We have had the best service. No need to ask for a refill on soda. Best bread and garlic butter.

Amazing food! Highly recommend!

I absolutely love this place. Best Cajun food and / or seafood. Prices are reasonable, especially if you find a $10 off coupon. Service is excellent.

Harry’s has become our “Go To” restaurant for celebrations. We eat there for our two “anniversaries” each year: the anniversary of our first date and the anniversary of our wedding (they are only 15 weeks apart❣️ My wife loves the salmon and refuses to order anything else. I, on the other hand, have ordered five different entrees and enjoyed each! The grit cakes side item is a real winner, also. We will make our next visit in about seven weeks away. Yummy

Delicious food and great atmosphere right on the down town Ocala square! I had the chicken caesar, and it was phenomenal!

Great food, drinks and ambience.

Nobody likes a dried up oyster.

My wife and I eat at Harry's often. We usually have a wonderful experience. This review pertains to last night meal and experience. We waited over an hour to be seated. We were a party of 7 and were told the table they picked for us was not available since the current party sat at the table long after finishing their meal. The problem was they seated other large party's in front of us. We finally decided to ask why this was occurring. They finally offered to seat us in two tables in a different arrangement. Why did we not get the same offer? Instead, the wait staff chose to seat other large party's in front of us. If that was the only problem, I would not write this review. The second and most problem occurred with the meal I ordered. I always order the Shrimp Scampi, blackened, and without the tomato garnish. I saw the waitress make notes for the order. However, the meal came out unblackened, and with tomatoes. The took the meal away, removed the tomatoes, and dumped blackening seasoning over the top of the meal and returned it. Why are you dumping raw seasoning over an already cooked meal? I am a pretty good home cook and you never dump seasoning on a meal after it is prepared. The seasoning should be cook into the meal so it melds with the other ingredients. I would call late night's service shameful. It will be a long while before I return. Once you receive such poor service, that is what you remember.

Our server Ethan was great. Despite getting QUADRUPLE sat he handled the situation with grace and calm. He was conversational, polite, and attentive. We really appreciated his thoughtful service. The food was amazing as well. I got the redfish and it was 10/10. Bread and butter hit the spot. Will be back next time we visit Ocala.

We were told there was a 15-20 minute wait. Waited almost an hour with two toddlers. The two hostesses in the front were just rude and couldn’t have cared less. Was getting ready to leave when a gentlemen said the table was finally ready. The saving grace was our waiter Michael!!!! He couldn’t have been more fantastic!!!!! The food was excellent -Michael and his helper treated us very well. We will be back because of them!!!

Beautifully seasoned food, nice presentation 👌 Waiter & staff are phenomenal, sat outside with our Dauchsunds nice evening out with my man. 💖 He had a Mardi Gras special, I had tenderloin medallions with shrimp, total delish

You can't beat Harry's! Delicious food, great service. Located right in downtown Ocala, it's a wonderful addition to the area.

Dined here a couple of times while in Ocala. There can be a wait, but it's worth it!

A Once-Loved Spot Tarnished by Poor Service For several visits, I've enjoyed consistently good food at Harry's. It was a reliable spot, a go-to during my trips to the area over the last year. I fell in love with the grit cakes and shrimp and grits, so we try to visit every time we are in from out of state. However, my experience today was shockingly disappointing and has unfortunately turned me off from returning. Upon arrival today, we were seated at a table that was clearly dirty. When I politely asked for the table to be wiped down as the server brought plates, I was met with an attitude that was both unprofessional and unnecessary. The hostess eventually moved us to another table, but the staff’s audible mumbling and dismissive demeanor made it clear we were no longer welcome. While I understand that occasional mishaps can occur in the restaurant industry, the lack of respect and basic cleanliness displayed today was unacceptable. We pay for a service, and a clean table and courteous service are fundamental expectations. I refuse to patronize establishments that don't value their customers. It's a shame that a place I once enjoyed has fallen so short. I hope management takes this feedback seriously and addresses the issues with their staff. The good food I've had in the past is now overshadowed by this incredibly negative experience.

Visiting friends who just relocated to Ocala, they recommended Harry’s. Overall we were happy with food and cocktails that were delivered to us by a really friendly waiter. We all mostly ordered seafood which was very good. The gumbo which I was expecting to also be vey good to possible excellent was a let down. Being someone who has prepared this dinner many times, the issue stemmed from undercooking the base Rue. Disappointing but all else was very good which made up for it.

We love this as our place for great food. It has always been our favorite backup.

Outstanding service by Nick tonight! I took my teen, 6,4&2 year old out and we enjoyed ourselves! Nick was very attentive, kind and the food came out very fast when it was very busy! Thank you!

I've never wanted 1 of everything on the menu before 🤤 this place was delicious. Drinks were great! our waitress was kind and polite, a very lovely young lady.

Harry's is an Ocala staple with top quality service I loved coming here

We live in Homosassa and drive the distance to have dinner at Harry’s in Ocala. We arrived around 5:30, restaurant was full but we got seated on the bar side at a high top table immediately. Our waitress quickly approached us and took our drink order. By the time she returned we had decided what we were ordering. Starting off with the Calamari, it is excellent and the portion is very generous, it comes with fried green beans mixed in and Remoulade sauce, yum! The noise level was very high but everyone was enjoying themselves. Our dinners arrived in a timely fashion and were piping hot. I had French baked scallops with a creamy sauce on the bottom of them and topped with Parmesan cheese, large portion and my side was smashed potatoes, the meal was delicious. Husband had Blackened red fish with collard greens and nola rice, he enjoyed his dinner as well. Our waitress took great care of us, we appreciated that! Prices were reasonable and the food fantastic. Come give Harry’s a try and experience a taste of New Orleans ya’ all!!! Debbie

Great food and atmosphere. Sadly, my salmon on my salad had 0 flavor. Guessing it was farm raised. Menu did not specify. Salad was good otherwise. I prefer Letuce to what they use in its place. The staff was amazing. From hostess to server.

Not bad, but not as good as other locations

One of the best places to eat in Ocala! Great menu. Reasonable prices. It's very popular so expect a wait at busy times - especially the weekends.

Harry's Ocala. Just the best Cajun style you could expect.

We were in Ocala for 1st time Sunday... We knew Harry's of St. Augustine is good. We were seated in the boring back room....I'd eat in the bar next time! We split the Blackened Grouper ($20) with beans & rice side...the kitchen dropped 1 french fry onto my plate which was a small added bonus!. *The kitchen put our meal on 2 plates for us which was great! The food was GREAT ! The waitress was GREAT ! The room atmosphere was too loud, dull & just boring brick walls with lousy cheap art... We got to listen to everything the loud guy in Harley hat at next table had to say. So...that's why Florida folks who don't benefit from DAYTONA BIKE WEEK hate it! Ha ha.....

Service was awful, waitress is a comedian. Haha, we’re all laughing. Where is my food. Ok it is here. Where is my check. Blah blah blah. Left home 6:30 come here 6:40 leave 9!!!!!! Stupid stupid stupid. Food was all right, not superb or anything to think on!’ Don’t come here if you want to preserve your evening. Really my wife should’ve paid too but she is a gold digger but we already had kids so can’t divorce. Fun time at Harry’s not so fun. Are scallops even good? Who like them too much butter not enough salt don’t come here for fun or games.

We love Harry's ❤️. The Redfish crab crushed royal is delicious 😋!!! Our group enjoyed everything. Thank you Harry's for never disappointing.

Stopped for lunch, and the Food was Awesome. A week later, on way back home , stopped again and the Food was even better .Tried different dishes and was not disappointed. The soups are to die for .If your looking for a place to eat and there is a Harry's Seafood near by ,Stop , it's worth it !!!!!

We were there last Sunday (2/23) Overall, this was a pleaseant experience with my entire family. However there were a couple of hic-cups that I addressed in both an email and a FaceBook message to this location , neither of which I have received any response to.

Absolutely fantastic. I had the shrimp scampi and it was wonderful. We also had the boudin balls appetizer and would highly recommend. The sauce those come with is delicious.

We ate here about a year ago on our way to Pensacola and on a recent trip to New Orleans we recalled what a good meal we had a year ago and stopped here again. Delicious food, excellent service and wonderful atmosphere. The menu has quite a variety of things on it enough so that all of us had a few choices. We would eat here more often if we were local. Highly recommended. UPDATE Feb. 24, 2025 -Still excellent food and service; we were here again as we passed through Ocala a few days ago. We look forward to dining here every time and are never disappointed.

Popular place on Ocala's square. Everything is great.

Our entrees were very good. The appetizer of calamari was not good, very chew, maybe just a bad batch. Other than that everything was very good.

Been a few times, couple different locations..always spot on and delicious!! Highly recommend!!

Try the Oreo bigets or whatever French shit word it is. Very good, hard to pronounce easy to eat.

Food is always amazing SheCrab soup is a must. Food came out before salad and had to ask for bread and refills but always great food

Everything amazingly fresh and tasty. Bartender was super friendly. Definitely recommend.

We tried to get in for Saturday night but the wait was going to be over two hours. It was explained we would receive a text but that didn't happen. So we decided to try again on a Sunday for lunch. That following day was great, we gave a thirty minute call ahead and were directed seated upon arrival. The food was awesome and we will definitely be coming back for that New Orleans style seafood! Between four adults for lunch on that Sunday, the total was about $100, not counting the tip.

We had a late lunch on a Saturday, and the service was fast and friendly. We had the grouper fingers , bourbon salmon, and also the fish tacos. Both were outstanding. Thanks for a great meal!

Food was good. We sat at the bar with Shakayla. Awesome service.

We had a great experience for dinner. Great food, service, and atmosphere!

Classy place with excellent new Orleans style food.

Best Cajun seafood around this area. Service was excellent

Wonderful food. The place was packed ,so it got a little to loud for me.

Wow, we had an amazing time at Harry’s! The food was awesome, the service was good, and the atmosphere was terrific. The portions were generous and the flavor was so, so good. We will definitely be back!!!

Have gone many times over the years. Menu never changes. This time I tried shrimp and scallops new Orleans. 4 scallops and maybe 5 or 6 tiny shrimp surrounded by grit cakes.Grits made up most of the meal. The kale dish was far too salty. I originally went here due to recommendations to try their chocolate bread pudding. People were going there just because it was so good. For some unknown reason they took it off the menu and although numerous customers asked for it back per the wait staff,the chef would not put back on the menu. Most of the food is good but after a few years the menu gets boring. The one item no one ever tired of was the bread pudding. If you have a demand for an item, why wouldn't you put it back on the menu??

I had crab cakes. The manager walks to each table assuring that the service and food are made to the customer's liking. We had heard it was a local favorite restaurant and we add our vote to that. Enjoy.