Hooters Ocala (Closed)
Ocala's only Hooters closed on April 19, 2026. The nearest one is now in The Villages.
Is Hooters in Ocala Still Open?
No. 352today reported on April 17, 2026 that the Hooters at 2711 SW 27th Ave would close after its last day of business on Sunday, April 19, 2026, after nearly a decade in Ocala. It was the only Hooters in the city. Company officials said the closure was part of a wider restructuring of the brand.
When we checked the Hooters location finder on October 9, 2026, it listed no restaurant in Ocala. An earlier version of this page described the Ocala restaurant as open, with menu and TV details we could not confirm; we have corrected it.
Nearest Hooters: The Villages
The closest Hooters to Ocala is at 700 Kristine Way, The Villages, FL 32163, phone (352) 818-4668. The Hooters location finder puts it about 27 miles south of Ocala. Call ahead for its current hours.
Wings and Sports Bars Open in Ocala
- Miller's Ale House, 305 SE 17th St, Ocala: a sports bar and grill that serves wings
- Our sports bars in Ocala guide lists more places to watch the game
- Our best wings in Ocala guide covers wing spots around town
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Hooters in Ocala still open?
No. The Hooters at 2711 SW 27th Ave in Ocala closed after its last day of business on Sunday, April 19, 2026, after nearly a decade in town, according to 352today. It was the only Hooters in Ocala, and the Hooters location finder no longer lists an Ocala restaurant.
Where is the nearest Hooters to Ocala?
The nearest Hooters is in The Villages at 700 Kristine Way, The Villages, FL 32163, phone (352) 818-4668. The Hooters location finder puts it about 27 miles from Ocala.
Why did the Ocala Hooters close?
Company officials told 352today the closure was part of a wider restructuring of the Hooters brand, which has closed underperforming restaurants around the country.
Where can I get wings and watch the game in Ocala now?
Miller's Ale House at 305 SE 17th St in Ocala is a sports bar and grill that serves wings. Our sports bars and best wings guides list more places in Ocala.
Wings and Game Day in Ocala
Miller's Ale House
Sports bar and grill at 305 SE 17th St.
Sports Bars in Ocala
Where to watch the game around town.
Best Wings in Ocala
Wing spots across Ocala.
Sources: 352today, "Ocala Hooters to Close Apr. 19 after Nearly a Decade," April 17, 2026; the Hooters location finder at hooters.com/locations, checked October 9, 2026; and the Miller's Ale House Ocala location page at millersalehouse.com.