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Food & drink in Central Florida.

Every place to eat & drink in Central Florida — 391 and counting. Filter by cuisine, jump A–Z, or just browse.

Food & drink in Central Florida

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Lou & Flo's Cajun Creations

Lou & Flo's Cajun Creations

Dunnellon · restaurant

Cajun and Creole food spot bringing Louisiana-style cooking to Dunnellon.

Piesanos Stone Fired Pizza - Trinity

Piesanos Stone Fired Pizza - Trinity

Ocala · restaurant

Local Italian chain serving stone-fired pizzas, plus pasta, entrees & subs, in a relaxed atmosphere.

Three Six Bistro

Three Six Bistro

Ocala · new american

Chef 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.

Christmas Cafe

Christmas Cafe

Inverness · coffee shop

Coffee house in Inverness serving coffee, acai bowls, crepes, soups, energy drinks, and soft-serve ice cream in a cozy atmosphere.

Great Chicago Fire Brewery & Tap Room

Great Chicago Fire Brewery & Tap Room

Leesburg · restaurant

Chicago and firefighter-themed craft brewery in historic downtown Leesburg brewing 10 beers on premise, serving authentic Chicago-style eats including Italian beef, hot dogs, and thin crust pizza, with a live music beer garden.

San Jose's Original Mexican Restaurant

San Jose's Original Mexican Restaurant

Clermont · restaurant

Original Mexican restaurant

Bella Nonna Pizzeria & More

Bella Nonna Pizzeria & More

Tavares · italian

New York-style pizza and Italian favorites in Tavares with late-night hours that make it the go-to after everything else closes. The pies are legit, the garlic knots are addictive, and the casual vibe keeps the neighborhood coming back.

Luna Azul Authentic Mexican Restaurant

Luna Azul Authentic Mexican Restaurant

Leesburg · restaurant

Family-owned authentic Mexican restaurant in Leesburg serving traditional dishes including tacos, burritos, and enchiladas made with fresh ingredients, plus a full bar with specialty margaritas and tequilas.

Cody's Original Roadhouse - Sumter

Cody's Original Roadhouse - Sumter

The Villages · restaurant

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.

WAVE - Asian Bistro & Sushi

WAVE - Asian Bistro & Sushi

Mount Dora · restaurant

Fusion fare such as sushi burritos & donuts, create-your-own bento boxes & poke bowls plus beer.

Pisces Rising

Pisces Rising

Mount Dora · seafood

Fresh seafood with a view of Lake Dora. Creative preparations and a lakefront setting that's hard to beat in this part of Florida.

Ocala Downtown Diner

Ocala Downtown Diner

Ocala · restaurant

Burgers, steaks & shakes served in a relaxed eatery that has classic diner decor.

The Pub

The Pub

The Villages · restaurant
Breakfast Station

Breakfast Station

Leesburg · restaurant

No-frills breakfast spot in Leesburg serving classic morning staples — eggs, pancakes, bacon, and biscuits and gravy. The kind of place where the coffee is always flowing and the portions are honest.

Flippers Pizza - Clermont

Flippers Pizza - Clermont

Clermont · restaurant

Casual pizza chain serving brick-oven pies & other Italian eats, plus beer & wine.

Dark & Light Cafe

Dark & Light Cafe

Mount Dora · coffee shop

Specialty coffee shop on Donnelly Street in Mount Dora with carefully crafted espresso drinks, pour-overs, and a rotating selection of single-origin beans. Cozy and inviting for a caffeine-fueled afternoon.

Florida Cracker Shamrock's

Florida Cracker Shamrock's

Inverness · restaurant

Florida Cracker restaurant serving wings, burgers, and American fare in a casual setting in Floral City.

Lupitas

Lupitas

Eustis · restaurant

J & T Smokehouse

Leesburg · restaurant

Smokehouse restaurant in Leesburg, FL.

Yum Yum Wings and Things

Yum Yum Wings and Things

Eustis · restaurant
TooJay’s Deli • Bakery • Restaurant

TooJay’s Deli • Bakery • Restaurant

The Villages · restaurant

Casual eatery serving up sandwiches, burgers & hearty comfort dishes, plus baked goods & desserts.

Brooksville Country Club

Brooksville Country Club

Brooksville · restaurant

Brooksville Country Club is a premier golf destination in Florida, recognized for its beautiful course and exceptional amenities.

Red Crab - Juicy Seafood (Eustis)

Red Crab - Juicy Seafood (Eustis)

Eustis · restaurant

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.

Nature Coast Bar and Grill

Nature Coast Bar and Grill

Homosassa · restaurant

Casual bar and grill on Yulee Drive in Homosassa serving American pub fare and drinks.

Caffe Connection

Caffe Connection

Spring Hill · coffee shop

At Caffe Connections, we make the connection with our customers through food and fresh coffees.

Cody's Original Roadhouse - Crystal River

Cody's Original Roadhouse - Crystal River

Crystal River · restaurant

Folksy chain serving American comfort food in a roadhouse-themed space decorated with Americana.

Pico Bistro

Clermont · restaurant
El Azteca Mexican Cocina

El Azteca Mexican Cocina

Bushnell · restaurant

If you haven't found El Azteca Mexican Cocina yet, you're missing out on one of Bushnell's best-kept secrets — though with a 4.7-star Google rating and a loyal following, the secret is getting out fast. Tucked into Bushnell Plaza off SR 48, this family-run spot serves authentic Mexican cuisine that goes well beyond the typical Tex-Mex playbook. The enchiladas are rich and saucy, the fajitas come out sizzling, and the tamales taste like someone's abuela made them that morning. Don't skip the sangria — regulars call it spectacular, and they're not exaggerating. What sets El Azteca apart isn't just the food, though. It's the warmth. Reviewers consistently rave about the staff — attentive, genuine, the kind of service that makes you feel like family from the first visit. The dining room is clean and inviting, the kind of place you'd bring your parents or take the kids on a Tuesday night just as easily as a Friday date night. Portions are generous, prices are fair, and the fresh, thin tortillas alone are worth the trip. Whether you're stopping in for a quick lunch combo, ordering takeout through Toast or DoorDash, or settling in for a full dinner with margaritas, El Azteca delivers every time. It's the kind of neighborhood restaurant that makes you glad you live here — and if you're visiting the area, it's reason enough to get off the interstate.

Catfish Johnny's

Catfish Johnny's

Panasoffkee · seafood

A local institution for fried catfish, hush puppies, and Southern-style seafood. No-frills atmosphere with big portions.

Napolinos

Napolinos

Wildwood · restaurant

Casual stop serving pizza, pasta & seafood, meat & chicken entrees in a relaxed space.

Luigi's Pizza of Brooksville

Luigi's Pizza of Brooksville

Brooksville · restaurant

Pizzas, pasta dishes & other comfort eats are menu staples at this simple eatery with a casual vibe.

Hibachi Express

Hibachi Express

Clermont · restaurant
Braised Onion

Braised Onion

Ocala · american

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.

Soulful Flavor

Soulful Flavor

Leesburg · restaurant

Soul food restaurant in Leesburg

Little Fin

Little Fin

The Villages · restaurant

Fast-casual seafood spot inside The Market at Sawgrass Grove specializing in sauteed (not fried) dishes including walleye, fish and chips, oyster po'boys, and bang bang shrimp.

Bubba's Crab & Seafood

Bubba's Crab & Seafood

Leesburg · restaurant

Casual seafood restaurant in Leesburg serving crab legs, shrimp, fish and chips, and other ocean favorites. A straightforward spot for a seafood fix without the fuss.

Máster Taqueria Y Paleteria

Máster Taqueria Y Paleteria

Eustis · restaurant
Deep South Family BBQ

Deep South Family BBQ

Brooksville · restaurant

Deep South Family BBQ is a family-owned restaurant in Hernando County, known for their smoked meats and homemade side recipes, providing an authentic Southern BBQ experience since 1998.

Bluefin Grill & Bar

Bluefin Grill & Bar

The Villages · restaurant

Steak, seafood & cocktails offered in a modern, nautical-themed dining room with sea-blue decor.

Glenview Country Club

Glenview Country Club

The Villages · restaurant

Country club restaurant in The Villages offering dining with views of the manicured greens. A comfortable spot for a post-round meal or casual dinner.

Cousin Vinnie's Family Sports Restaurant

Cousin Vinnie's Family Sports Restaurant

Leesburg · restaurant

Buffalo-style sports pub known for many wing flavors & fried appetizers plus TVs, trivia & karaoke.

Kelly's Half Shell Pub

Kelly's Half Shell Pub

Crystal River · restaurant

Irish pub and seafood spot known for oysters, fresh catches, and a lively atmosphere. A Crystal River favorite for casual waterfront dining.

ZENSHI Handcrafted Sushi

ZENSHI Handcrafted Sushi

Clermont · restaurant
Flippers Pizza - Lady Lake

Flippers Pizza - Lady Lake

The Villages · restaurant

Casual pizza chain serving brick-oven pies & other Italian eats, plus beer & wine.

Taco 'N Madre

Taco 'N Madre

Ocala · restaurant

This petite Mexican eatery whips up tacos, burritos & other traditional fare in a casual setting.

Stavro's and Sons Pizza

Stavro's and Sons Pizza

Eustis · restaurant

Simple standby for classic Italian, Greek & Mediterranean cooking served in warm, homey environs.

Front Porch Restaurant

Front Porch Restaurant

Dunnellon · 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.

A Taste of New Orleans

A Taste of New Orleans

Brooksville · restaurant

Cajun and Creole restaurant in Brooksville bringing the flavors of the Big Easy to Florida's Adventure Coast. Gumbo, jambalaya, po'boys, and all the Louisiana staples.

Atmospheric interior

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