Local Directory — The Villages, Ocala & Central Florida
Restaurants, bars, venues, and more across the region
2 Rivers Bar and Grill
DunnellonLocal bar and live music venue on the Withlacoochee and Rainbow rivers in Dunnellon, featuring a spacious outdoor patio, karaoke nights, pool, darts, and food from the attached RoughStock Grill.
Bike trail start
DunnellonTrailhead access point for the Withlacoochee State Trail near Dunnellon, connecting to miles of paved biking and walking paths through the state forest.
Blue Run of Dunnellon Park
DunnellonWaterfront park on the Rainbow River with kayak and paddleboard access, walking trails, and a 3-acre pond. Water temps stay a consistent 72 degrees year-round, and there's no entrance fee. Get there early on weekends — parking fills fast.
Chaplin A. Dinkins III Memorial Park
DunnellonRiverfront park at the convergence of the Withlacoochee and Rainbow rivers in Dunnellon, commonly known as City Beach, with swimming, a playground, picnic area, and fishing access ($2 day-use fee).
Cross Florida Greenway
DunnellonA 110-mile multi-use trail corridor stretching across Florida, with some of the best sections running through Marion County. Hike, bike, or ride horseback through longleaf pine forests and along the historic canal route.
Don Pepe Mexican Restaurant
DunnellonPopular family-owned Mexican restaurant in a charming converted house in Dunnellon, serving authentic Tex-Mex cuisine with generous portions and beer and wine.
Dunnellon city Beach
DunnellonSwimming beach on the crystal-clear Rainbow River in Dunnellon, also known as Chaplin A. Dinkins Park, with a playground, fishing area, picnic tables, and restrooms.
Dunnellon Coffee Co
DunnellonLocal coffee shop in Dunnellon serving craft espresso drinks, fresh pastries, and light bites. A cozy community gathering spot with a warm, welcoming vibe.
Eugene Martin Park
DunnellonEight-acre community park in South Dunnellon with a basketball court, softball field, playground, walking paths, barbecue grills, and special-needs accessible swings.
Farm Tours of Ocala
DunnellonAgricultural entertainment experience offering guided farm tours in the Dunnellon/Ocala area.
Finca Pinar
DunnellonRestaurant and catering business in Dunnellon offering fresh, farm-inspired cuisine.
Front Porch Restaurant
DunnellonHome-style restaurant in Dunnellon serving comfort food classics — think fried chicken, meatloaf, and biscuits. The kind of place where the food tastes like somebody's grandma made it.
Go For Donuts
DunnellonLocal donut shop in Dunnellon baking fresh donuts, fritters, and pastries every morning. Get there early for the best selection — they sell out for a reason.
Gruff's Tap & Grille
DunnellonLocal pub and grille in Dunnellon with craft beers on tap, burgers, wings, and a relaxed vibe. A solid neighborhood hangout for a casual meal and a cold one.
Lou & Flo's Cajun Creations
DunnellonCajun and Creole food spot bringing Louisiana-style cooking to Dunnellon.
Lugo's Grill
DunnellonAuthentic Cuban restaurant in Dunnellon known for fresh plantains, Cuban sandwiches, and hearty rice and beans in a cozy, old-school atmosphere. Cash only.
Paige's Root Beer
DunnellonNostalgic diner on Pennsylvania Avenue known for award-winning burgers, homemade root beer floats, and classic American comfort food, recognized as Best Burger in the County.
Rainbow Springs Art, Inc
DunnellonNonprofit cooperative art gallery on Walnut Street in Dunnellon representing 25+ local artists working in diverse media, with monthly public art classes and student scholarship programs.
Rainbow Springs State Park
DunnellonFlorida's fourth-largest spring feeds the Rainbow River with 72-degree water so clear you can see your shadow on the sandy bottom. Perfect for tubing, kayaking, and swimming in a pristine natural setting.
Rainbow Springs State Park Tubing
DunnellonSeasonal tubing launch at Rainbow Springs State Park where visitors rent tubes and float 1.5 hours down the crystal-clear Rainbow River, one of Florida's first-magnitude springs.
Riviera Maya Mexican Restaurant
DunnellonBeloved family-run Mexican restaurant in Dunnellon since 2010 serving authentic dishes with fresh, locally-sourced ingredients and an impressive tequila selection in a colorful, lively setting.
Roughstocks grill
DunnellonGrill restaurant attached to Two Rivers Local Bar on Pennsylvania Avenue in Dunnellon, serving food to bar patrons and dine-in guests.
Silver Moon Tavern
DunnellonLong-running live music venue and tavern on US-41 in Dunnellon, in business for over 25 years. Features live bands on Friday and Saturday nights, karaoke on Thursdays, daily specials, and happy hour from 3-7pm.
Southern Palate
DunnellonSoul food and Southern cuisine restaurant serving hearty plates of comfort food and catering services.