Ocala Elks Lodge is a association or organization in Ocala, FL. Phone: (352) 732-7091. Average rating is 4.7 stars from 122 reviews. Website: https://www.elks.org/lodges/home.cfm?lodgenumber=286.
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Exterior view of the Ocala Elks Lodge building.
4.7 122 reviews

Brotherhood, Good Food, and Open Doors

Ocala's Lodge 286 serves up generous meals, live music, and genuine community since 1910.

Charity

Giving without expectation

Justice

Fairness for every person

Brotherly Love

Fellowship above all

Fidelity

Faithful to our word

About Us

Exterior view of the Ocala Elks Lodge building.
Exterior view of the Ocala Elks Lodge building.

At 702 NE 25th Ave, the Ocala Elks Lodge No. 286 has been a fixture of Marion County life for well over a century. Walk in on any given evening and you might catch the smell of a fresh-grilled steak coming from the dining room, a band warming up in the adjacent wing, and a bartender who already knows your name before you reach the stool. That combination, food, music, and people who actually show up for each other, is what keeps members and guests coming back week after week.

The lodge holds a 4.7-star rating across more than 120 reviews, and the words that appear most often are not about square footage or amenities. They are about the staff. Friendly. Welcoming. Attentive. Visiting Elks from other states consistently note that Lodge 286 makes them feel at home from the moment they arrive, which is exactly what the Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks was built to do.

Beyond the dining room and the bar, the lodge hosts weekly meetings, community events, and private gatherings in well-kept meeting rooms stocked with coffee and water. The price of a meal here will genuinely surprise you. Generous portions, reasonable tabs, and a room full of neighbors. That is the Ocala Elks experience.

What We Offer

The dining room at Lodge 286 turns out steaks, burgers, and rotating specials at prices that feel like a throwback to a saner era. Portions are large, the kitchen takes care, and live music nights in the entertainment wing add something you cannot get at a chain restaurant down the road.

The full-service bar is staffed by bartenders who treat every guest, member or visitor, like a regular. Private meeting rooms are available for weekly group gatherings, with setup handled by the lodge staff and refreshments provided. Whether a civic group needs a consistent weekly home or a family is planning a private event, the lodge has the space and the people to make it work.

Membership in the Elks Order opens the door to a national network of lodges, charitable programs, youth scholarships, and Veterans outreach that Lodge 286 actively supports throughout the Ocala, FL community.

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“Quiet dining; good food; great friendly staff! Generous portions and very reasonable pricing - included live music tonight in a different wing.”

— fred blume

What Our Guests Say

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"Quiet dining; good food; great friendly staff! Generous portions and very reasonable pricing - included live music tonight in a different wing."
— fred blume
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"We had a very nice dinner (a steak and a burger). Great food and a wonderful waitress. The bartender was so very friendly. Sure made a visiting Elk feel welcome. Looking forward to another visit and great meal real soon."
— Casual Explorer
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9 months ago
"I go to a meeting here every week. The setting is nice and they always have the room set up just how we need it to be which is very nice. They provide our meeting with coffee and water and my one piece of constructive criticism is that whatever brand of coffee they get is awful so I wish they’d consider getting another brand. Otherwise it is a great event and meeting space"
— Anna Williams
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3 years ago
"Excellent establishment. This is a great location to host professional events and meetings for local businesses. My children and I attended a Christmas event at this location. The food was catered by the Elk lodge and it was delicious. It was very well flavored/seasoned."
— Ulysa Mashell
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11 months ago
"I'm a member of this Elk's Lodge. It is one of the nicest Elk's lodges I've ever been to. There is a nice bar and restaurant. Lots of activities such as bingo, dancing, trivia, karaoke. If you're thinking about joining an Elk's Lodge, I, would highly recommend this one in Ocala, FL."
— Terry Avick

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I have to be an Elks member to eat at the lodge?

Guests accompanied by a member are welcome to dine at Lodge 286. If you are an Elks member from another lodge, you are welcome as a visiting Elk. Contact the lodge directly to confirm current guest policies.

What kind of food does the lodge serve?

The dining room serves classic American fare including steaks and burgers, with generous portions and very reasonable pricing. Menus rotate, so check with the lodge for current offerings and daily specials.

Does the lodge host live music?

Yes. Live music events are held regularly in a separate entertainment wing, so dining and entertainment can happen at the same time without one disrupting the other.

Can I rent a meeting room at the lodge?

Lodge 286 accommodates weekly group meetings and private gatherings. The staff sets up the room to your specifications and provides coffee and water. Reach out through the Elks national lodge directory at elks.org to get in touch with Lodge 286 directly.

Where exactly is the Ocala Elks Lodge located?

The lodge is located at 702 NE 25th Ave, Ocala, FL 34470, in the northeast quadrant of Ocala near the historic core of the city.

How do I become a member of the Elks?

Membership in the Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks is open to U.S. citizens who believe in God. You can start the process by visiting elks.org or speaking with a current member at Lodge 286.

What charitable work does Lodge 286 support?

The Elks Order is one of the largest charitable organizations in the United States, funding youth scholarships, Veterans programs, and community grants. Lodge 286 participates in these national programs while also supporting the local Ocala community directly.

The Order · Since 1868

Community. Friendship. Charity.

Every Elks lodge belongs to one of America's oldest and largest fraternal orders. Through the Elks National Foundation, the Order has given more than $481 million to college scholarships, veterans, and neighbors in need.

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A Proud Heritage

The Elks gave America
Flag Day.

Long before it was a national observance, the Order set aside June 14th to honor the flag. Patriotism has always been one of our cardinal principles, and every lodge meeting still closes the same way it has for over a century.

“To our absent members.” — the Eleven O’Clock Toast

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The Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks is one of America's oldest and largest fraternal orders, founded in 1868. Every lodge is a home for fellowship, service, and patriotism in its own hometown.

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