Ocala, Florida – OpenTable and KAYAK debuted a new list of the Top 100 Hotel Restaurants in America this week and Stirrups Restaurant at World Equestrian Center – Ocala (WEC) has earned a spot among the country’s best.
Recognized alongside just 20 other restaurants in Florida, Stirrups was selected based on the feedback from diner reviews and KAYAK travel insights. The list celebrates culinary excellence based on overall diner ratings, advanced bookings and five-star reviews proving the ability to deliver an exceptional dining experience within a hotel setting.
Stirrups is located inside The Equestrian Hotel, the resort’s world-class luxury hotel where warm hospitality and culinary prowess are at the forefront. Opening in 2021, the restaurant has quickly become a fine-dining destination across Central Florida and beyond.
Offering refined Southern-inspired dining in an elegant setting, the dining experience at Stirrups is anything but ordinary. The fresh, seasonal cuisine features signature dishes like deviled eggs, hot chicken and grits and a 46-oz Certified Angus Beef® tomahawk steak. Other notable standouts include an award-winning wine program, an exquisite artisanal pastry team and sweeping views of WEC’s Grand Outdoor Arena from the restaurant’s covered terrace.
“We are honored to be recognized on this new list,” said Senior Director of Food & Beverage at World Equestrian Center, Jeremy Gow. “The entire team from our talented culinarians to front-of-house service is focused on providing a world-class experience for every guest. From innovative programming to thoughtful touches, we are committed to holding ourselves to the highest possible standard.”
Guests looking to experience Stirrups are encouraged to stay on-site at The Equestrian Hotel, where luxurious accommodations pair perfectly with memorable dining. With multiple culinary options available across the resort, WEC offers a true destination dining experience for those inclined to indulge.
To make dining reservations and view the Stirrups menu, visit stirrupsocala.com.
About World Equestrian Center
Named one of TIME’s 2024 World’s Greatest Places, World Equestrian Center features two premier equestrian and multidisciplinary venues in Ocala, Florida, and Wilmington, Ohio.
These exclusive facilities comprise state-of-the-art arenas, expansive stadiums, versatile outdoor space, sporting fields and well-appointed exposition centers. An abundance of lodging options and luxury accommodations are conveniently located on-site, along with shopping and dining throughout each property.
Dedicated to offering great sport and good fun in a family-friendly environment, World Equestrian Center promises an unparalleled experience for exhibitors, spectators, vendors, sponsors and retailers built on three core values: Quality. Class. Distinction.
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leah.tong@wec.net