This story is an updated version of one that was published at the end of July. The most recent information is at the top.

2025 is almost over. Here's a look, as of mid-November, at some of the new restaurants/businesses/developments that have opened so far this year (or late 2024) or were approved/announced for opening at some point in 2025 or 2026.

(Note: The online version of this article at ocala.com includes links to the full Star-Banner stories and other helpful sites.)

Restaurant openings/announcements/relocations

+ Fridas Mexican Restaurant Tacos and Tequila announced it is opening at 2445 SW 27th Ave., Ocala.

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+ Koto Hibachi Express, 3811 SW College Road (the former Burger King just west of Interstate 75) opened for business.

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