K & S Seafood

Ocala's Fresh Seafood Market & Kitchen

K & S Seafood at 1224 W Silver Springs Boulevard has operated on a straightforward concept since 1999: bring the freshest seafood to Ocala and let customers decide whether they want to take it home raw or have it prepared right there. Owner Kenneth Wilkerson has run this family-owned establishment as both a retail fish market and a casual counter-service eatery, creating a destination where seafood lovers in Ocala can browse the day's catch and walk out with either a bag of fresh fish or a plate of perfectly fried shrimp.

The market side of K & S offers a rotating selection of fresh fish and shellfish. Nile perch, mullet, grouper, and red snapper are among the fish available for purchase, while the shellfish case features blue crabs, king crab legs, snow crabs, and shrimp. The market is registered with the Florida Department of Agriculture & Consumer Services as a seafood retail market under the "Buy Fresh From Florida" program, a designation that speaks to the quality and sourcing standards Wilkerson maintains. For home cooks who want access to quality seafood without driving to the coast, K & S fills a real gap in the Ocala seafood market landscape.

On the prepared food side, K & S has built its reputation on a handful of standout dishes. The garlic crabs have become something of a local legend, drawing customers who order them by the batch. Char-grilled oysters offer a smoky, buttery indulgence that pairs with a casual dinner. Fried shrimp, fish dinners, and fish sandwiches round out the menu for those who want a quick, satisfying meal. Portions are generous and prices are fair, a combination that reviewers mention again and again. The operation is primarily takeout, without a traditional sit-down dining room, which keeps overhead low and prices accessible.

The fish dinners at K & S follow a simple formula: choose your fish, have it prepared on-site, and take it home. Fried to golden perfection with sides, these dinners represent one of the best seafood values in Ocala. The fish sandwiches are equally popular for those looking for a lighter, quicker option. Everything is cooked fresh when ordered, so the food arrives hot and ready to eat.

Over 25 years in business, K & S Seafood has proven that a small operation with a clear focus can thrive. As a Black-owned family business on one of Ocala's most-traveled commercial corridors, it represents the kind of independent, community-rooted establishment that gives a city its character. Whether you are a home cook looking for the freshest catch in town or you want someone to fry your fish to golden perfection, K & S Seafood delivers both with the consistency and care that only comes from a quarter-century of practice. It is a fixture on Silver Springs Blvd and a standout among Ocala's restaurants.