Local Directory — The Villages, Ocala & Central Florida
Restaurants, bars, venues, and more across the region
Portillo's Clermont
ClermontChicago-born chain for hot dogs, Italian beef sandwiches & more, plus beer & wine, in retro digs.
Presidents Hall of Fame
ClermontThis museum dedicated to U.S. Presidents & their families also has a miniature White House replica.
Ritter's Frozen Custard
ClermontFrozen custard is made fresh daily at this dessert chain serving up cones, sundaes & shakes.
Roasted Spirit
ClermontElevated cocktail bar and scratch kitchen in downtown Clermont's ArtWalk district, featuring coffee-infused craft cocktails, small bites like bourbon-braised pork belly sliders, and live entertainment.
Root & Branch Bistro + Bar
ClermontA labor of love from proprietors Jason and Casey Baruch, Root & Branch has won multiple Taste of South Lake awards for good reason. The fried green tomatoes are legendary, and the upscale-but-casual vibe hits that sweet spot for a special night out.
Salt Shack on the Lake
ClermontWaterfront restaurant on Lake Minneola offering island vibes, wild-caught seafood, and a sandy beach area perfect for families, with live music Thursday through Sunday.
Showcase of Citrus
ClermontFlorida’s Fresh Air Attraction on US-27 in Clermont. Features citrus groves, monster truck rides, a gem mining sluice, u-pick fruit, and seasonal events including Easter egg hunts and a fall corn maze. A family favorite for visitors and locals.
Suncreek Brewery
ClermontClermont's first craft brewery, established in 2018 on the Legacy Loop Trail near Lake Minneola, sharing a complex with coal-fired pizza and mac-and-cheese restaurant partners.
The Black Rabbit Bookbar
ClermontSpooky, fantasy-inspired cafe and bookshop in downtown Clermont offering specialty handmade coffee and tea drinks alongside a curated collection of dark literature, horror, and mystery books.