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Palm Island Boardwalk
Free 8-acre nature preserve on Lake Dora with a 1/3-mile boardwalk winding through old-growth live oaks and ancient cypress, offering frequent sightings of alligators, turtles, and wading birds.
Palm Island Park
Eight-acre nature preserve on Lake Dora with a winding boardwalk through old-growth oaks, cabbage palms, and cypress. Watch for wading birds, turtles, and gators along the water's edge. Free, open sunrise to sunset.
Peach Valley Café
Breakfast and brunch spot on US-441 serving homemade eats with fresh ingredients — from classic eggs and pancakes to sandwiches and soups. Pet-friendly patio and open until 2:30pm daily.
Pisces Rising
Fresh seafood with a view of Lake Dora. Creative preparations and a lakefront setting that's hard to beat in this part of Florida.
PizzAmore
Family-friendly parlor serving specialty pizzas, hot entrees, plus beer & wine in a casual space.
Recreation & Nature Park
Nature-focused recreation area in the Mount Dora area with walking trails and green space for outdoor activities.
Rusty Anchor Mount Dora
Pontoon 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
Old-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
Artisan 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
Family-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.
Sonnentag Theatre at the IceHouse
Storied 270-seat performing arts center since 1958 showcasing community theater & musicals.
Stagger Inn
Downtown bar with a cozy interior and sidewalk seating on Donnelly Street. Known for craft cocktails, local beers, and a laid-back evening atmosphere.
Studio ArtFarm
Artist 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.
Summer View Park
Community park in Mount Dora on Niles Road offering green space and recreational amenities.
Sydonie Mansion
Historic 1883 mansion on Lake Dora designed in Mediterranean Revival style after Spain's Alhambra Castle, now a premier wedding and event venue with wrap-around porches and live oak gardens.
Sylvan Shores Park
Neighborhood park in Mount Dora on Morningside Drive providing playground and green space in the Sylvan Shores community.
The Bavarian Haus
Casual eatery with a homey vibe & outdoor patio seating serving traditional German food & beer.
The Deli Llama, Cafe.- Espresso & Sandwiches
Creative 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 Frog & Monkey Restaurant & Pub
Lively British-inspired pub on Donnelly Street serving pub fare, draft beers, and cocktails. Popular for its casual vibe, trivia nights, and outdoor seating.
The Goblin Market
A local institution since 1996, The Goblin Market features intimate, book-lined dining rooms and a gorgeous courtyard patio. Creative seasonal New American cuisine in one of the prettiest settings in Central Florida.
The Mount Dora Bistro
French-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.
The Nest At Papilio
Speakeasy-themed garden bar inside Papilio's botanical hall in downtown Mount Dora, offering 12 taps, 100+ beers, wine-based cocktails, and happy hour surrounded by lush tropical plants.
The Renaissance Building
A reputedly haunted grand hotel built in 1922 & renovated as a restaurant & art studios.
The Salted Fry
100% gluten-free European-style frite shop in downtown Mount Dora serving Belgian-style fries, fresh-made dipping sauces, panini sandwiches, and their own bourbon-cooked ketchup.
The Troff
Old-school eatery specializing in oysters, seafood & other American fare, plus pitchers of beer.
The Yardery
Open-air restaurant and bar on Baker Street featuring Mount Dora's only rooftop bar, backyard classics with a twist, lawn games, and live music weekends in a family and dog-friendly setting.
Trimble Park
Lakeside park with picnic & camping areas, plus a playground, trails & docks in scenic surrounds.
Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 8087
VFW Post 8087 in Mt Dora, FL, offers a community space for veterans and their families.
Vincent's Italian Restaurant
Simple Italian eatery serving a classic menu including garlic rolls & a range of pasta dishes.
Violette Hill Hay Farm
30-acre hands-on petting farm in Mount Dora offering capybara encounters, horse rides, hayrides, farm school classes, and seasonal events like pumpkin patches and Christmas on the Farm.
Waffles & Cream
Creative dessert shop in downtown Mount Dora serving fresh Liege waffle bites, mini donuts, scoop and soft-serve ice cream including dairy-free Dole options.
WAVE - Asian Bistro & Sushi
Fusion fare such as sushi burritos & donuts, create-your-own bento boxes & poke bowls plus beer.
Whale's Tale Fish House
A Mount Dora locals' favorite that specializes in seafood done simply and well. The Maryland crab soup is a standout, and the no-fuss atmosphere keeps people coming back week after week.
Whiskey Kitchen Mount Dora
Scratch-made American cuisine restaurant in downtown Mount Dora open for lunch, dinner, and weekend brunch, with a pet-friendly outdoor patio featuring live music every Friday and Saturday.
Wolf Branch Brewing - Mount Dora
A Lake County craft brewery with locations in Mount Dora, Leesburg, and Eustis. The Mount Dora taproom sits right downtown and pours some of the best craft beers in the region alongside comfort food that pairs perfectly.