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Food & drink in Central Florida.

Every place to eat & drink in Central Florida — 686 and counting. Filter by cuisine, jump A–Z, or just browse.

Food & drink in Central Florida

686 places · page 11/15

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Native American Tiki Palm Huts of Florida

The Villages · bar
Clawdaddy's Bar & Grill

Clawdaddy's Bar & Grill

Crystal River · bar

Informal restaurant providing steaks, seafood, a salad bar, all-you-can-eat specials & live music.

The Healthy Nut Cafe

The Healthy Nut Cafe

Clermont · cafe
Ocean Buffet

Ocean Buffet

Ocala · restaurant

Asian buffet restaurant in Ocala with a wide spread of Chinese, Japanese, and seafood options including sushi, crab legs, and hibachi. All-you-can-eat at a fair price.

Golden Spoon Diner

Golden Spoon Diner

Ocala · restaurant
Taco Maniaa

Taco Maniaa

Clermont · restaurant
Ednas' On The Green

Ednas' On The Green

The Villages · bar
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Luma Mediterranean Kitchen

Luma Mediterranean Kitchen

The Villages · restaurant

LUMA is a fast-casual Mediterranean kitchen serving bold, bright flavors inspired by the sun-soaked coasts of the Mediterranean.

Kalua Beach Bar

Kalua Beach Bar

Tavares · tiki bar

A lakefront bar with Hawaiian-inspired food, Lake Dora views, and live music on weekends. The vibe is Jimmy Buffett meets lake town Florida -- laid back, sandy-footed, and exactly where you want to be on a Friday night.

Pico Bistro

Clermont · restaurant
Ivy on the Square

Ivy on the Square

Ocala · restaurant

Southern-inspired cuisine is the specialty of this elegant restaurant in a circa-1890 building.

Square 1 Burgers & Bar

Square 1 Burgers & Bar

The Villages · bar

Craft burger joint in The Villages building smash burgers with creative toppings and a solid craft beer selection. The kind of place where the burgers are messy in the best way.

On the Green Cafe

On the Green Cafe

Ocala · cafe
Stagger Inn

Stagger Inn

Mount Dora · cocktail bar

Downtown bar with a cozy interior and sidewalk seating on Donnelly Street. Known for craft cocktails, local beers, and a laid-back evening atmosphere.

Darrell's Diner

Darrell's Diner

The Villages · restaurant
Roughstocks grill

Roughstocks grill

Dunnellon · restaurant

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

Tequila Cantina Mexican Kitchen

Tequila Cantina Mexican Kitchen

The Villages · restaurant
Salt Shack on the Lake

Salt Shack on the Lake

Clermont · restaurant

Waterfront restaurant on Lake Minneola offering island vibes, wild-caught seafood, and a sandy beach area perfect for families, with live music Thursday through Sunday.

Suncreek Brewery

Suncreek Brewery

Clermont · bar

Clermont's first craft brewery, established in 2018 on the Legacy Loop Trail near Lake Minneola, sharing a complex with coal-fired pizza and mac-and-cheese restaurant partners.

Sweet Joy Creations

Sweet Joy Creations

Clermont · bakery
Beirut Bites

Beirut Bites

Mount Dora · lebanese

Quick-service Lebanese and Mediterranean eatery on 4th Avenue in Mount Dora. Hummus, falafel, shawarma, and kebabs — fresh, flavorful, and a welcome change of pace from the usual downtown options.

The Mount Dora Bistro

The Mount Dora Bistro

Mount Dora · restaurant

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.

Wolfgang Puck Kitchen + Bar

Wolfgang Puck Kitchen + Bar

The Villages · restaurant

Wolfgang Puck Kitchen + Bar offers a unique twist on an American bar and grill with global-inspired cuisine in a lively atmosphere adjacent to Brownwood Paddock Square.

The Thirsty Cobbler

The Thirsty Cobbler

Ocala · cocktails

Ocala's first speakeasy. Password-required entry, handcrafted cocktails around $12, vintage Prohibition-era decor, and intimate seating for about 20. No food served. Opens at 6pm nightly.

The Legacy Restaurant at Nancy Lopez Country Club

The Legacy Restaurant at Nancy Lopez Country Club

The Villages · restaurant

Country club restaurant at Nancy Lopez in The Villages serving American classics with golf course views. A relaxed dining experience for residents and their guests.

Charlie Horse Bar & Grill

Charlie Horse Bar & Grill

Ocala · bar

Neighborhood bar and grill on Silver Springs Blvd in Ocala serving American fare with daily specials. Known for karaoke nights, DJ Bingo, and a lively local crowd with indoor and outdoor seating.

Wildwood Vineyard and Events (Winery)

Wildwood Vineyard and Events (Winery)

Wildwood · bar

Wildwood Vineyard is a beautiful event space where you can host weddings and special events, offering a lovely atmosphere and delicious wine.

Kim's Cafe II

Kim's Cafe II

Homosassa · coffee shop

Neighborhood cafe in Homosassa serving breakfast, lunch, and comfort food.

Oxford Downs

Oxford Downs

Summerfield · nightlife

Entertainment complex near The Villages featuring a poker room, off-track betting, and Central Florida's largest tiki bar with live music Friday-Sunday, karaoke, and a full American food menu.

Dulce G Bella Sweets

Clermont · bakery
Pine Street Pub

Pine Street Pub

Inverness · bar

Downtown Inverness Irish-style pub established in 2013 with 21 craft beers on tap including Guinness, daily specials like shepherd's pie, and live music on the outdoor deck most Fridays.

NY Chinese Restaurant

NY Chinese Restaurant

Clermont · restaurant

Chinese take-out spot in a shopping plaza offering fast service & basics like General Tso's chicken.

Prima Italian Steakhouse

Prima Italian Steakhouse

The Villages · restaurant

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

Citrus Grove Cafe

Citrus Grove Cafe

Eustis · restaurant
Yellow Pony Pub & Garden

Yellow Pony Pub & Garden

Ocala · pub

An upscale pub and garden at the World Equestrian Center featuring craft cocktails, bourbon, and elevated pub fare with an outdoor terrace overlooking the equestrian grounds.

Fiesta Grande Mexican Grill

Fiesta Grande Mexican Grill

The Villages · bar

Casual Mexican restaurant in The Villages serving tacos, enchiladas, fajitas, and margaritas. A solid spot for a quick Tex-Mex fix with friendly service.

O'Malley's Alley

O'Malley's Alley

Ocala · pub

A longtime Ocala favorite for live music in a classic pub setting. Reliable lineup of local and regional acts.

Fish Camp on Lake Eustis

Fish Camp on Lake Eustis

Leesburg · seafood

Waterfront farm-to-table dining on Lake Eustis with a menu built around local craft beers and Central Florida cuisine. The blackened grouper Reuben and hand-dipped coconut shrimp are signature dishes. The lake views don't hurt either.

La Jibarita de Puerto Rico

La Jibarita de Puerto Rico

Clermont · restaurant

Puerto Rican cuisine restaurant

Two Old Hags Wine Shoppe

Two Old Hags Wine Shoppe

Leesburg · bar

Leesburg's original wine bar since 2007 on Main Street, offering an eclectic selection of wines you won't find elsewhere, with a bring-your-own-food policy welcoming takeout from nearby downtown restaurants.

County Line Smokehouse & Spirits

County Line Smokehouse & Spirits

Weirsdale · bar

Weirsdale's go-to for slow-smoked BBQ, born from a 50-year-old bar and a rediscovered brick smokehouse out back. Ribs are the signature, and there's live music, pool tables, and a full bar to round out the night.

Coney Island Bushnell

Coney Island Bushnell

Bushnell · restaurant

Hot dog stand and casual eatery in Bushnell serving Coney Island-style dogs, burgers, and quick bites. Simple, classic, and satisfying.

cosmo and sprout bakery

Ocala · bakery
KPOT Korean BBQ & Hot Pot

KPOT Korean BBQ & Hot Pot

Ocala · restaurant

All-you-can-eat interactive dining where you cook your own Korean BBQ and hot pot right at the table. A fun, social experience with endless proteins, veggies, and broths — great for groups and adventurous eaters.

SideBar Tavern

SideBar Tavern

Inverness · bar

Friendly neighborhood restaurant and bar on Courthouse Square in downtown Inverness offering local craft beer, wine, and a casual dining menu.

Little Something Different

Little Something Different

Mount Dora · restaurant

Small-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.

Graffiti Seafood & More

Ocala · restaurant

Nonnies Freezer

The Villages · ice cream
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A note from the editor

Most Tuesdays here, the room finds you.

You walk in for one drink, the bartender mentions the songwriter night two doors down, and twenty minutes later you're somewhere you didn't know an hour ago. This is the publication for that.

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