Food & drink in Central Florida.
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Food & drink in Central Florida
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Metro Diner
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.
Cody's Original Roadhouse - Sumter
Casual steakhouse chain known for hand-cut steaks, baby back ribs, and free peanuts at every table. The vibe is laid-back and family-friendly with generous portions and a full bar.
Grannie's Country Cookin’ Restaurant
Long-standing American eatery supplying family-style breakfast & lunch standards in old-school digs.
Golden Spoon Diner
Hurricane Dockside Grill-Tavares
Tropical-themed chain offering spiced-to-order wings with an array of sauces, pub grub & a full bar.
City Fire
Upscale-casual American grill at Lake Sumter Landing featuring wood-fired pizzas, craft cocktails, and a vibrant patio overlooking the square.
Braised Onion
Family-owned and full of personality, Braised Onion serves comfort food done right — legendary crispy onion fritters, meatloaf, and chicken pot pie in a vibrant, art-filled space.
Willy's Original at Sawgrass Grove
At Willy’s Original, we take smash burgers to the next level! Our burgers are made with fresh, high-quality beef, smashed to perfection on a sizzling hot griddle for that irresistible crispy edge and juicy center. Served on a toasted bun with premium toppings and house-made sauces, every bite is packed with bold flavor. It’s no wonder we’re known for the best burgers in Florida — come taste the difference for yourself!
Lake Eustis Waterfront Grille
Depot on Magnolia
City Fire American Oven & Bar
Upscale-casual eatery offering American fare from sandwiches to steaks, plus a full bar.
Johnny Rockets
Burgers, shakes & fries arrive in a retro setting at this outpost of the international chain.
Darrell's Diner
Cheeser's Palace Cafe and Catering
Specialty cheese cafe and catering in downtown Clermont
Front Porch Restaurant
Home-style restaurant in Dunnellon serving comfort food classics — think fried chicken, meatloaf, and biscuits. The kind of place where the food tastes like somebody's grandma made it.
1921 Mount Dora
Housed in what was once the town doctor's home, 1921 is owned by the Modernism Museum and features rotating art alongside locally sourced, contemporary American cuisine. The setting is as memorable as the food.
Mac’d Out
Lighthouse Point Bar & Grill
Waterfront dining at Lake Sumter Landing with solid food, gorgeous views, and live music. The kind of place where lunch turns into an afternoon.
Twisted Biscuit Diner
Popular Tavares diner serving traditional Southern comfort food with a twist, built around flavored, made-from-scratch biscuits, open daily from 6:30 AM to 2:30 PM for breakfast and lunch.
Big Man's Cafe
Salty Dogs Steamer and Bar
Family-owned seafood restaurant on Courthouse Square in Inverness serving hand-cut steaks, shrimp, crab, and lobster alongside Cuban-pressed sandwiches.
Elevation 89
Unique dining experience at the Ocala Airport with gorgeous runway views and spectacular sunsets. Named for the airport's 89-foot elevation. American cuisine in a one-of-a-kind atmosphere.
Darrell’s Diner
Family diner in Bushnell open seven days a week for breakfast and lunch, serving all-day breakfast, comfort food specials, and homemade desserts in a friendly atmosphere.
Guavate Puerto Rican Eatery & Bistro
Miz Kathi's Cotillion Cafe & Sweetery
Southern comfort food and jaw-dropping cakes in downtown Wildwood. Miz Kathi's serves it up right -- hearty portions, scratch-made everything, and the kind of homestyle cooking that makes you wish you'd worn stretchy pants.
Steak 'n Shake
Chain known for steakburgers & milkshakes offering a dinerlike space with retro flair.
Ocala Downtown Diner
Burgers, steaks & shakes served in a relaxed eatery that has classic diner decor.
Jeremiah's
Casual American fare served in a warm, relaxed setting with a bar & bustling patio.
La Jibarita de Puerto Rico
Puerto Rican cuisine restaurant
The Crazy Cucumber 352 Eatery and Bar
Colorful, modern tavern offering inventive American grub, a full bar & outdoor seating.
Turners Kitchen + Bar
A chef-owned restaurant in the heart of downtown Leesburg, occupying a building that once housed Turner's Bakery in the 1940s. The menu is creative without being fussy, and the quality is a pleasant surprise for a small-town spot.
Coney Island Drive Inn Eustis
The Crooked Spoon Gastropub
A chef-driven gastropub offering traditional and modern dishes with a craft beer selection that takes the pub concept seriously. Happy hour daily from 4-7pm is one of the better deals in South Lake County.
Paige's Root Beer
Nostalgic diner on Pennsylvania Avenue known for award-winning burgers, homemade root beer floats, and classic American comfort food, recognized as Best Burger in the County.
Papa J's Diner
One of the longest-running breakfast and lunch diners in Inverness since 1986, serving all-day breakfast with Southern-style cooking, generous portions, and competitive prices.
Gator's Dockside Brownwood
Family-friendly sports-bar chain offering American fare, including signature grilled chicken wings.
Ivy on the Square
Southern-inspired cuisine is the specialty of this elegant restaurant in a circa-1890 building.
Gator Cove
Waterfront bar and grill on the canal in Homosassa serving American fare including burgers, steaks, fish and chips, and gator tail, with outdoor seating and live entertainment.
Havana Country Club Restaurant
Country club restaurant in The Villages with a relaxed atmosphere and a menu of American classics. A neighborhood favorite for lunch after a round of golf.
Waterfront Grille
Ramshackle Cafe
Burgers, fish 'n' chips & other American comfort food in a cozy, kitsch-filled setting with a patio.
Seagrass Waterfront
Riverfront property offering casual condos with kitchens, plus a restaurant, tiki bar & boat ramp.
Cody's Original Roadhouse - Brownwood
Informal local chain serving hand-cut steaks, seafood & Southern BBQ in a roadhouse-themed setting.
Ski Beach Bar and Grill
Waterfront restaurant on Lake Harris in Leesburg offering American favorites and fresh seafood with stunning lake views, plus a Sunday brunch buffet.
Fenney Grill
A Villages neighborhood grill that punches above the typical golf-community restaurant. Good breakfast, solid lunch and dinner, and live music nights that draw a loyal crowd. Unpretentious and consistent.
The Biscuit Barn
Highly rated Crystal River breakfast and lunch spot known for huge Southern-style biscuits with iron-skillet sausage gravy, steak and eggs, and classic lunch fare like reubens and burgers.
Darrell's Diner

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