352today Article about “Say Taco”!

When new owners took over in October 2024, they shifted away from a traditional Mexican theme and counter service to a full-service restaurant and bar featuring creative tacos, top-shelf tequila, country music and a welcoming, social atmosphere. The space, housed in a brick building with both indoor seating and a courtyard, has become a gathering spot for everything from casual lunches to evenings out with friends, complete with live music and special events.

This reinvention, captured in the phrase “We’re saying adios to Sayulita and hello to Say Taco!”, reflects a broader change in identity: the focus is as much on experience and community as it is on food. Say Taco now serves as a downtown restaurant, tequila bar and social hub, where tacos remain the centerpiece but the setting—music, drinks, events and downtown energy—turns a meal into an occasion. The new direction has led to stronger business and positive feedback, making Say Taco a lasting part of Ocala’s downtown fabric.

Read the full article at 352today’s website!