Local Directory — The Villages, Ocala & Central Florida

Restaurants, bars, venues, and more across the region

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Little Fin

Little Fin

Restaurant
The Villages

Fast-casual seafood spot inside The Market at Sawgrass Grove specializing in sauteed (not fried) dishes including walleye, fish and chips, oyster po'boys, and bang bang shrimp.

family-friendly
Lucky Goat Coffee

Lucky Goat Coffee

Cafe
The Villages

Tallahassee-based coffee roastery and cafe coming to Eastport Town Center in The Villages, founded by Villages Charter School graduates and roasting quality beans since 2010.

food-drinkdog-friendly
Luma Mediterranean Kitchen

Luma Mediterranean Kitchen

Restaurant
The Villages

LUMA is a fast-casual Mediterranean kitchen serving bold, bright flavors inspired by the sun-soaked coasts of the Mediterranean.

McCall's Tavern

McCall's Tavern

Bar $$
The Villages

Live music in a pub atmosphere right on the square at Spanish Springs. Easy to pair with dinner and enjoy the nightly entertainment.

family-friendlylive-music
Metro Diner

Metro Diner

Restaurant $$
The Villages

Comfort-food chain known for massive portions of fried chicken and waffles, pot roast, and meatloaf. Breakfast is served all day, and the vibe is pure Southern diner warmth.

Mezza Luna at the Villages

Mezza Luna at the Villages

Bar $$
The Villages

Italian restaurant in The Villages serving classic pasta dishes, brick-oven pizza, and seafood in a cozy setting. Date-night worthy with a solid wine list.

family-friendly
Mystic Ice Cream

Mystic Ice Cream

Ice Cream
The Villages
food-drink
Native American Tiki Palm Huts of Florida
Nonnies Freezer

Nonnies Freezer

Ice Cream
The Villages
food-drink
Oak & Stone

Oak & Stone

Restaurant
The Villages

Craft beer and artisan pizza restaurant at Eastport Town Center featuring a self-serve tap wall with 50+ rotating beers using touchless RFID technology, plus oven-baked wings and create-your-own pizzas.

Old Mill Playhouse

Old Mill Playhouse

Theater
The Villages

Epic Theatres' Old Mill Playhouse is the curated movie option in The Villages — programming mix runs broader than the typical chain, with new-release foreign and indie films, smaller-run titles, and a few blockbusters when they fit. Worth knowing about if you've been hunting for something more interesting than the latest superhero release. Showtimes update weekly at thevillages.com/entertainment/movies/.

artsfamily-friendly
Palmer Legends Country Club

Palmer Legends Country Club

golf $$$
The Villages

Arnold Palmer-designed championship course and one of the premier 18-hole layouts in The Villages. Features a full-service restaurant and pro shop.

Peachwave

Peachwave

Bakery $
The Villages

Self-serve chain offering an array of frozen yogurt & gelato flavors & toppings.

Piesanos Stone Fired Pizza - Southern Trace

Piesanos Stone Fired Pizza - Southern Trace

Restaurant
The Villages

Local Italian chain serving stone-fired pizzas, plus pasta, entrees & subs, in a relaxed atmosphere.

Prima Italian Steakhouse

Prima Italian Steakhouse

Restaurant $$
The Villages

A modern Italian Steakhouse, featuring hand-cut steaks, Italian classics, & fresh seafood.

live-musicdog-friendly
Prime + Ember

Prime + Ember

Restaurant
The Villages

Upscale signature steakhouse at Eastport Town Center featuring prime cuts, fresh seafood, and hand-crafted cocktails, with a rooftop bar overlooking Central Lake and live music.

Redsauce

Redsauce

Restaurant $$
The Villages

Classic Italian favorites in the heart of Lake Sumter Landing with award-winning wines and a lively atmosphere. The housemade pastas and red sauce recipes are the kind of comfort food that keeps this place packed year-round.

family-friendly
Renee's French Bakery

Renee's French Bakery

Bakery
The Villages

French bakery at Brownwood Paddock Square offering handcrafted pastries, fresh-baked bread, quiches, and rich espresso.