Local Directory — The Villages, Ocala & Central Florida
Restaurants, bars, venues, and more across the region
Jane Slivka Gallery
Mount DoraArt gallery on 3rd Avenue in downtown Mount Dora showcasing fine art from local and regional artists. A charming stop during the monthly Art Stroll.
Lauren Graham Cunningham
Mount DoraArt gallery and studio on Dora Drawdy Way in Mount Dora featuring original works by the artist. A creative space in the heart of the Mount Dora arts scene.
Lincoln Avenue Park West Disc Golf Course
Mount DoraFree disc golf course on the east side of Mount Dora with a wooded layout that challenges players of all levels. Bring your own discs and enjoy a round in the shade.
Little Something Different
Mount DoraSmall-plates restaurant in the heart of Mount Dora offering globally inspired shareable dishes crafted with high-quality, locally sourced ingredients, with 80% of the menu gluten-free friendly.
Magical Meat Boutique British Pub
Mount DoraBritish pub in Mount Dora serving elevated pub fare with a meat-forward menu — think bangers and mash, meat pies, and hearty burgers alongside proper pints. A quirky, fun addition to the Mount Dora dining scene.
Maw's Mountain Moonshine
Mount DoraFamily-owned craft distillery in Mount Dora featuring hand-crafted moonshine made from Appalachian Mountain family recipes passed down through generations, with tastings and a retail shop.
Modernism Museum Mount Dora
Mount DoraMuseum showcasing 20th and 21st century art, furniture, and design with rotating exhibitions. A cultural gem in an intimate downtown setting.
Mount Dora Golf Club
Mount DoraHistoric member-owned public golf course established in 1946, featuring an 18-hole par-70 layout across 88 rolling acres that's been called 'the longest 5,700 yards in Florida.'
Mount Dora History Museum
Mount DoraHoused in the town's original 1923 fire station and jail, this small museum tells Mount Dora's story from the 1870s to today through historical photos, artifacts, and exhibits. Open Tuesday through Sunday, 1-4pm.
Mount Dora Music Hall
Mount DoraIntimate live music venue in downtown Mount Dora featuring tribute shows, jazz, and acoustic performances.
Mount Dora Trail
Mount DoraA 2.5-mile mountain bike trail loop through a forested area with options for beginner through advanced riders, plus a bike wash and tools at the trailhead near the dog park.
Mount Dora Transit and Tours
Mount DoraGuided tour operator offering trolley rides, segway tours, and boat excursions around Mount Dora and its scenic lakefront. A fun way to explore the town with local commentary and history.
Mount Dora Yacht Club
Mount DoraFlorida's oldest inland yacht club, established in 1913 on the banks of Lake Dora, featuring a granite bar with floor-to-ceiling lake views, a private dock, and an annual regatta tradition.
Mt Dora Parks & Recreation
Mount DoraMount Dora's parks and recreation department managing local parks, sports leagues, youth programs, and community events. The hub for everything outdoor recreation in town.
Mystic Ice Cream
Mount DoraAll-natural ice cream shop in downtown Mount Dora with 30+ rotating flavors including alcohol-infused varieties like Kahlua Fudge Brownie and Bailey's, all made on premises with natural ingredients.
Recreation & Nature Park
Mount DoraNature-focused recreation area in the Mount Dora area with walking trails and green space for outdoor activities.
Renninger's Antique Center
Mount DoraA sprawling 117-acre antique, vintage, and flea market destination in Mount Dora open on weekends. One of the largest antique markets in Florida.
Rusty Anchor Mount Dora
Mount DoraPontoon boat tour company on Lake Dora run by a 4th-generation native Floridian, offering 2-hour Dora Canal wildlife tours, sunset cruises, and lunch/dinner cruises aboard covered, USCG-inspected vessels.
Scoops on 5th
Mount DoraOld-fashioned ice cream shop in downtown Mount Dora serving 36 flavors of Hershey's ice cream, chocolate-dipped cones, fresh-baked cookies, specialty coffees, and their famous one-pound eclair.
Serendipity Brews
Mount DoraArtisan coffee shop and craft beer bar in downtown Mount Dora with 14 draft beers, 150+ packaged options, retro decor, and regular live music adding to the town's nightlife.
Shadrach's Fiery Furnace
Mount DoraFamily-owned wood-fired pizza restaurant in downtown Mount Dora, started as a mobile pizza oven touring art shows and festivals since 2011, now serving Neapolitan-style pies from an authentic oven.
Studio ArtFarm
Mount DoraArtist collective gallery, studio, and class space in downtown Mount Dora offering art workshops for all ages and skill levels, plus a monthly 2nd Friday art walk on Royellou Lane.
The Deli Llama, Cafe.- Espresso & Sandwiches
Mount DoraCreative cafe in downtown Mount Dora serving crafted pressed sandwiches with house-made meats and espresso by day, transforming into The Llama Lounge evenings with small bites, beer, wine, and sake cocktails.
The Mount Dora Bistro
Mount DoraFrench-inspired neighborhood bistro in downtown Mount Dora offering classic bistro fare, curated dining experiences, afternoon tea service, and a spectacular French wine list in a warm, refined setting.