Places & things to do.

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.

Portillo's Clermont

Chicago-born chain for hot dogs, Italian beef sandwiches & more, plus beer & wine, in retro digs.

Presidents Hall of Fame

This museum dedicated to U.S. Presidents & their families also has a miniature White House replica.

Prima Italian Steakhouse

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

Prime + Ember

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.

Prime 3

Upscale steak and wine restaurant in downtown Leesburg

Puddle Jumpers Lakeside Grill & Bar

Lakeside 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.

Pueblo Viejo Mexican Restaurant

Mexican restaurant on Cortez Boulevard in Brooksville serving traditional Mexican cuisine.

Pups Pub Clermont

Rainbow Lakes Estates Community Center

Rainbow Springs Art, Inc

Nonprofit 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

Florida'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 Ranger Station

Main entrance and ranger station for Rainbow Springs State Park in Dunnellon, gateway to one of Florida's most spectacular first-magnitude springs and the Rainbow River.

Rainbow Springs State Park Tubing

Seasonal 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.

Ralph’s Burger & Sandwich Shop

Ramshackle Cafe

Burgers, fish 'n' chips & other American comfort food in a cozy, kitsch-filled setting with a patio.

Recreation & Nature Park

Nature-focused recreation area in the Mount Dora area with walking trails and green space for outdoor activities.

Red Crab - Juicy Seafood (Eustis)

Red Crab Juicy Seafood Restaurant in Eustis, FL, offers mouthwatering seafood served fresh and bursting with flavor, featuring Cajun-inspired dishes and customizable seafood boils.

Red Crab Juicy Seafood

Red Rooster Cookie Jar LLC

Redsauce

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.

Reilly Arts Center

An intimate venue with state-of-the-art acoustics hosting classical, jazz, rock, and folk concerts. Great sound in a smaller room.

Renee's French Bakery

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

Reveille Cafe The Villages

Comfortable daytime diner serving coffee & brunch favorites, including pancakes & omelets.

Richmond Canine Park

Richmond Canine Park offers plenty of room for dogs to roam in fenced areas designed for both large and small breeds, ideal for exercise and socialization.

Rio Vista Park

Neighborhood park in Dunnellon providing recreational space and green areas for the Rio Vista community.

Ritter's Frozen Custard

Frozen custard is made fresh daily at this dessert chain serving up cones, sundaes & shakes.

Riverbend Cattle Company

Family-owned cattle ranch and farm store on the Withlacoochee River in Floral City. Pasture-raised, 14-day dry-aged beef and pork sold at the ranch store, online, and at area farmers markets including Brownwood in The Villages. Ranch experiences and tours available.

Riviera Maya Mexican Restaurant

Beloved 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.

Rj dockers

RJ Gator's Florida Sea Grill & Bar

Florida-themed bar and grill at Lake Sumter Landing with seafood, burgers, and tropical cocktails. The outdoor seating puts you right in the middle of the nightly entertainment scene.

Roasted Spirit

Elevated cocktail bar and scratch kitchen in downtown Clermont's ArtWalk district, featuring coffee-infused craft cocktails, small bites like bourbon-braised pork belly sliders, and live entertainment.

Robert Stebleton Fine Art

Fine art studio in Ocala featuring original paintings and curated art collections.

Rocco's Pizza & Cafe

Italian restaurant in Crystal River serving pizza, pasta, fresh seafood, and chicken alongside a made-to-order sushi bar, with house-made desserts like cannoli and tiramisu.

Roger's Park at Venetian Gardens

Splash pad, playground, and event pavilion within Venetian Gardens on the Leesburg waterfront, with scenic islands, walking trails, and free admission.

Rogers Park Splash Pad

Free splash pad in Leesburg's Rogers Park at Venetian Gardens, providing water play for kids during warm weather months.

Roma Pizza

Italian chain serving classic & creative pizzas, plus subs, wings & pasta, in a casual space.

Rookies Family Grille & Bar

Lively, family-run sports bar & American grill offering lots of TVs, a kids' menu, patio & karaoke.

Root & Branch Bistro + Bar

A labor of love from proprietors Jason and Casey Baruch, Root & Branch has won multiple Taste of South Lake awards for good reason. The fried green tomatoes are legendary, and the upscale-but-casual vibe hits that sweet spot for a special night out.

Rosa Mezcal Cocina Mexicana

Rotary Centennial Dog Park

Sprawling 3-acre dog park offering fenced-in, size-based play areas spread over grassy expanses.

Roughstocks grill

Grill restaurant attached to Two Rivers Local Bar on Pennsylvania Avenue in Dunnellon, serving food to bar patrons and dine-in guests.

ROYAL ORCHID THAI Cuisine

Various Thai favorites, plus beer & wine, are served in a traditional, wood-paneled setting.

Ruby Street Grille

Tavares' go-to for lakeside live entertainment and cold drinks. Ruby Street Grille keeps the patio packed with regular live music, a solid pub menu, and views of Lake Dora. It's more bar-with-great-food than restaurant-with-a-bar.

Russel St. Park

Downtown Brooksville park on Russell Street serving as the western trailhead for the Good Neighbor Trail, with parking and historical markers.

Russell Stover Chocolates

Long-running retail chain offering handcrafted chocolates, candies & gift baskets.

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.