Local Directory — The Villages, Ocala & Central Florida
Restaurants, bars, venues, and more across the region
Lighthouse Point Bar & Grill
The VillagesWaterfront dining at Lake Sumter Landing with solid food, gorgeous views, and live music. The kind of place where lunch turns into an afternoon.
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.
Mark's Prime Steakhouse & Seafood
OcalaUpscale steakhouse in downtown Ocala offering prime steaks and seafood with an extensive wine list. Private dining available.
Puddle Jumpers Lakeside Grill & Bar
TavaresLakeside dining with front-row views of Lake Dora and the seaplane base -- which means you might watch a plane land while you eat your burger. The seafood is fresh, the drinks are strong, and the outdoor patio is where you want to be at sunset.
Sawgrass Grove
The VillagesDance under the lights and canopy of the orange grove-inspired Sawgrass Grove. Here you’ll enjoy a wide variety of live entertainment, along with unique shopping, and dining experiences including Sawgrass Tavern and a variety of shops and eateries in The Market.
SideBar Tavern
InvernessFriendly neighborhood restaurant and bar on Courthouse Square in downtown Inverness offering local craft beer, wine, and a casual dining menu.
The Angler's Club
The VillagesPrivate members-only fine dining restaurant at Lake Sumter Landing with a lodge atmosphere, stone fireplace, and a seasonal menu featuring seared venison and coffee-crusted bison.
The Dunnellon Grill
DunnellonLocal grill and casual dining spot in Dunnellon serving American favorites.
The Equestrian Manor
OcalaThe newest dining venue at World Equestrian Center in Ocala, offering upscale buffet-style brunch and special event dining in an elegant equestrian setting.
The Friar's Table
The VillagesGastropub-style dining at Brownwood Paddock Square with elevated comfort food, craft cocktails, and a warm tavern atmosphere.
The Legacy Restaurant at Nancy Lopez Country Club
The VillagesCountry club restaurant at Nancy Lopez in The Villages serving American classics with golf course views. A relaxed dining experience for residents and their guests.
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.
Three Six Bistro
OcalaChef Sean Langan brings modernist, West Coast-inflected cuisine to Ocala in this intimate fine dining bistro. Every dish is scratch-made with high-quality ingredients, and the creativity on the plate is genuinely surprising for a mid-Florida town.
Twysted Vyne
InvernessCasual fine dining wine bar in downtown Inverness pairing a curated selection of quality wines and craft beers with an upscale bistro menu and live music from local musicians.
Vintage on 5th
Crystal RiverUpscale dining in a historic Crystal River building. Refined atmosphere and a menu that rewards a leisurely evening.
World Equestrian Center
OcalaThe largest equestrian complex in the country, located in the Horse Capital of the World. Features world-class facilities, The Equestrian Hotel, dining, and year-round events open to the public.