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Food & drink in Central Florida.

Every place to eat & drink in Central Florida — 141 and counting. Filter by cuisine, jump A–Z, or just browse.

Food & drink in Central Florida

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The Black Sheep on Broadway

The Black Sheep on Broadway

Ocala · bar

Locally owned, woman-led restaurant and bar in downtown Ocala, open since 2019. Features live music on weekends, weekday happy hours, and a full menu of American pub fare in the heart of the historic district.

GAME CRAZY LLC

GAME CRAZY LLC

Leesburg · bar

Entertainment venue in Leesburg featuring arcade games, gaming stations, and interactive experiences for all ages.

Green Valley Country Club

Green Valley Country Club

Clermont · bar

Public 18-hole championship golf course in the rolling hills of Clermont designed by Lloyd Clifton in 1966, featuring scenic elevation changes and lake views, with a driving range, pro shop, and full-service bar and grill.

The Office at the Crossroads

The Office at the Crossroads

Brooksville · bar

Bar and social gathering spot in the Spring Hill area.

Ay Jalisco Clermont

Ay Jalisco Clermont

Clermont · bar

Homey Mexican eatery offering a menu of familiar favorites, plus a full liquor bar.

The Firehouse Urban Axe Throwing Ocala - Now At Crave!

The Firehouse Urban Axe Throwing Ocala - Now At Crave!

Ocala · nightlife

Urban axe throwing lanes combined with Crave's food and drink menu. A fun group activity for date nights, team outings, or just blowing off steam with a cold beer in hand.

Bru Tap House

Bru Tap House

Tavares · craft beer bar

Thirty craft taps with a local focus, live music, board games, and the kind of laid-back energy that makes downtown Tavares feel like it's having a moment. If you're looking for the heartbeat of the local craft beer scene, this is it.

Baseline Bar & Billiards

Baseline Bar & Billiards

Ocala · nightlife

No-frills neighborhood bar with pool tables, cold beer, and a jukebox. The kind of dive bar where you can shoot pool in peace and nobody rushes you.

McCall's Tavern

McCall's Tavern

The Villages · pub

Live music in a pub atmosphere right on the square at Spanish Springs. Easy to pair with dinner and enjoy the nightly entertainment.

Nine State Brewery

Nine State Brewery

Inverness · bar

Downtown Inverness craft brewery combining in-house brewed beer with authentic Korean food, named for the owner's journey from Massachusetts to Florida through nine states.

Tierra Del Sol Bar & Grill

Tierra Del Sol Bar & Grill

The Villages · bar
Maw's Mountain Moonshine

Maw's Mountain Moonshine

Mount Dora · bar

Family-owned craft distillery in Mount Dora featuring hand-crafted moonshine made from Appalachian Mountain family recipes passed down through generations, with tastings and a retail shop.

Terry's Place

Terry's Place

Ocala · bar

Laid-back hangout offering huge portions of American grill fare plus a bar with sports on TV.

Tidal Brewing Company

Tidal Brewing Company

Spring Hill · bar

An establishment where visitors 21 and over can enjoy craft beer and a lively atmosphere.

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.

FONDA DULCE JESUS MIO OCALA

FONDA DULCE JESUS MIO OCALA

Ocala · nightlife

Authentic Latin American restaurant and nightlife spot in Ocala serving traditional dishes in a festive atmosphere. A vibrant spot for Latin food, music, and dancing.

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.

Norton's Riverside Sports Bar and Grill

Norton's Riverside Sports Bar and Grill

Crystal River · bar

Straightforward hangout for sports, American grill fare & bar games, with tables on a spacious deck.

The Dam Pub

The Dam Pub

Panasoffkee · bar

Quirky local pub with a cozy atmosphere on Lake Panasoffkee.

The Blue Gator Tiki Bar & Restaurant

The Blue Gator Tiki Bar & Restaurant

Dunnellon · tiki bar

Southern-style seafood with stunning river views and a non-pretentious tiki atmosphere. The extensive outdoor seating area overlooks the Withlacoochee River, and the menu leans into fresh prawns, fish, and local specialties at fair prices.

Fresh jalapeño Mexican Restaurant

Fresh jalapeño Mexican Restaurant

The Villages · bar

Family-run Mexican restaurant in Lady Lake dishing out fresh-made tacos, burritos, and sizzling fajitas. The salsa bar and generous portions keep the regulars happy.

Evans Prairie - Country Club Restaurant

Evans Prairie - Country Club Restaurant

The Villages · bar

Country club dining at Evans Prairie in The Villages, offering a relaxed meal with golf course views. Open to residents and their guests for lunch and dinner.

The Sipping Garden and Bistro

The Sipping Garden and Bistro

Leesburg · wine bar

A wine bar and bistro in downtown Leesburg with a garden atmosphere and a curated wine list paired with bistro fare. It's the kind of spot this area has been missing -- relaxed, a little sophisticated, and perfect for a long afternoon.

Good Time

Good Time

Brooksville · bar

A place offering natural wine, Florida beer, specialty coffee, mocktails, and ice cream located in Brooksville, FL.

Gator's Dockside Eustis

Gator's Dockside Eustis

Eustis · bar

Family-friendly sports-bar chain offering American fare, including signature grilled chicken wings.

Los Magueyes Crystal River

Los Magueyes Crystal River

Crystal River · bar

Mexican restaurant chain location in Crystal River serving fresh-made traditional dishes including tacos, burritos, fajitas, enchiladas, and specialty cocktails.

The Frog & Monkey Restaurant & Pub

The Frog & Monkey Restaurant & Pub

Mount Dora · 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 Bell Clermont

The Bell Clermont

Clermont · bar
Barons Creek Vineyards Tasting Room Ocala

Barons Creek Vineyards Tasting Room Ocala

Ocala · bar
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.

Bank Street

Bank Street

Ocala · cocktails

Outdoor seating, craft cocktails, and live music on select nights. One of downtown Ocala's best spots for a night out.

The Argonaut Bar and Lounge

The Argonaut Bar and Lounge

Tavares · bar

The Argonaut is a submarine inspired bar and lounge serving wine, craft beer, tiki drinks, specialty cocktails, and tapas style food offerings.

Mojo's-Food. Music. Soul. (Ocala Location)

Mojo's-Food. Music. Soul. (Ocala Location)

Ocala · bar

Live music venue and restaurant serving BBQ, burgers, and Southern comfort food with a side of blues and rock. The stage hosts local and touring acts, and the vibe is pure Ocala soul.

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.

Pups Pub Clermont

Pups Pub Clermont

Clermont · bar
Clermont Oyster Bar

Clermont Oyster Bar

Clermont · bar

Raw bar and seafood restaurant in Clermont serving oysters on the half shell, peel-and-eat shrimp, and fried seafood baskets in a casual, laid-back atmosphere.

Back Porch Pizza Bar

Back Porch Pizza Bar

Mount Dora · bar

Scratch-made Neapolitan-style pizza and craft cocktails served in a converted 1919 carriage house in downtown Mount Dora. The poke bowls are a surprising hit, and the intimate space is full of character.

Rookies Family Grille & Bar

Rookies Family Grille & Bar

Spring Hill · bar

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

D J & Gina's Lounge

D J & Gina's Lounge

Summerfield · nightlife

Local neighborhood bar in Summerfield with a laid-back atmosphere, cold drinks, and a jukebox. The kind of place where everybody knows your name.

Whiskey Kitchen Mount Dora

Whiskey Kitchen Mount Dora

Mount Dora · bar

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.

District Bar & Kitchen

District Bar & Kitchen

Ocala · cocktails

Ocala's 2025 Restaurant of the Year. Elevated bar classics, handcrafted cocktails, and live music in a high-energy downtown atmosphere.

Gator's Dockside Ocala

Gator's Dockside Ocala

Ocala · bar

Family-friendly sports-bar chain offering American fare, including signature grilled chicken wings.

Crossroads 44 Music & Sports Bar

Crossroads 44 Music & Sports Bar

Eustis · bar
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.

Mullets Sports Bar Clermont

Mullets Sports Bar Clermont

Clermont · bar
Crown Restaurant & Lounge

Crown Restaurant & Lounge

Clermont · bar
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.

Silver Moon Tavern

Silver Moon Tavern

Dunnellon · bar

Long-running live music venue and tavern on US-41 in Dunnellon, in business for over 25 years. Features live bands on Friday and Saturday nights, karaoke on Thursdays, daily specials, and happy hour from 3-7pm.

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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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