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Food & drink in Central Florida.

Every place to eat & drink in Central Florida — 390 and counting. Filter by cuisine, jump A–Z, or just browse.

Food & drink in Central Florida

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Night Owl Caribbean Cuisine

Night Owl Caribbean Cuisine

Eustis · restaurant
Koto hibachi express - Sushi - Bubble Tea

Koto hibachi express - Sushi - Bubble Tea

Ocala · restaurant
Clermont Fish House

Clermont Fish House

Clermont · restaurant

Fresh seafood restaurant

Candelaria Eatery & Cafe

Candelaria Eatery & Cafe

The Villages · colombian

Authentic Colombian flavors in a cozy cafe setting just outside The Villages. The arepas and empanadas are the real deal, and the coffee is strong enough to remind you why Colombia is famous for it.

Botanico Tacos & Tequila

Botanico Tacos & Tequila

Mount Dora · restaurant

Modern Mexican restaurant with roots in the vibrant flavors of Vera Cruz, offering creative tapas, tequila pairings, and an outdoor dining area with swings for kids and adults.

Vincent's Italian Restaurant

Vincent's Italian Restaurant

Mount Dora · restaurant

Simple Italian eatery serving a classic menu including garlic rolls & a range of pasta dishes.

Buffet City

Buffet City

Brooksville · restaurant

Asian buffet including sushi, hibachi & some American items, plus colorful lighting & modest decor.

Whale's Tale Fish House

Whale's Tale Fish House

Mount Dora · seafood

A Mount Dora locals' favorite that specializes in seafood done simply and well. The Maryland crab soup is a standout, and the no-fuss atmosphere keeps people coming back week after week.

The Friar Tuck

The Friar Tuck

Clermont · british

Rated the number one restaurant in Clermont on TripAdvisor, this cozy English cafe serves authentic British plates -- full English breakfasts, bangers and mash, and proper fish and chips. A genuinely unique find in Central Florida.

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.

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.

Moschello's Pizza

Moschello's Pizza

Homosassa · restaurant

Signature & straightforward NY-style pizza, plus pasta, ribs & subs in a casual strip-mall setting.

Brick & Iron Cafe

Brick & Iron Cafe

Ocala · coffee shop

A health-conscious cafe in downtown Ocala specializing in acai bowls, smoothies, and grab-and-go meals. If you're looking for something lighter than the usual comfort food options, this is your spot. Great coffee, too.

Santiagos Restaurant

Santiagos Restaurant

Clermont · restaurant

Restaurant at Cagan Crossing

Grannie's Country Cookin’ Restaurant

Grannie's Country Cookin’ Restaurant

Crystal River · restaurant

Long-standing American eatery supplying family-style breakfast & lunch standards in old-school digs.

Las Margaritas Mexican Restaurant & Gallery

Las Margaritas Mexican Restaurant & Gallery

Ocala · restaurant

Mexican eatery featuring a broad menu in vibrantly colored surrounds decorated with art.

Tipsy Tarpon

Tipsy Tarpon

Crystal River · restaurant

Casual waterfront seafood spot on the Crystal River with open-air covered seating, a tin-roof tiki bar, live music, and menu favorites like redfish tacos and steamed shrimp.

El Mezcal Mexican restaurant

El Mezcal Mexican restaurant

Homosassa · restaurant

Mexican restaurant in Homosassa on Suncoast Boulevard serving traditional dishes in a family-friendly setting.

Amore Italian Ristorante

Amore Italian Ristorante

Clermont · restaurant
BTW - Burgers Tacos Waffles

BTW - Burgers Tacos Waffles

Tavares · american

From the folks behind Bru Tap House comes this food-truck-concept-turned-brick-and-mortar. The name tells you exactly what to expect -- burgers, tacos, and waffles -- and they do all three well. The waffle fries are dangerously good.

Taco 'N Madre

Taco 'N Madre

Ocala · restaurant

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

Don Pepe Mexican Restaurant

Don Pepe Mexican Restaurant

Dunnellon · restaurant

Popular family-owned Mexican restaurant in a charming converted house in Dunnellon, serving authentic Tex-Mex cuisine with generous portions and beer and wine.

Harry and The Natives

Harry and The Natives

The Villages · american

An over-water tiki hut serving American fare with a seafood slant. No reservations, first come first served -- which somehow makes snagging a table feel like a small victory. The waterfront setting alone is worth the trip.

St. Johns Tavern

St. Johns Tavern

Crystal River · restaurant

Classic pub fare is served alongside beer & cocktails in this warm, wood-&-brick locale.

Cajun Jimmy's Seafood Seller & Cafe

Cajun Jimmy's Seafood Seller & Cafe

Crystal River · restaurant

Cajun-style seafood restaurant and fish market in Crystal River. Buy fresh seafood to take home or sit down for boiled crawfish, fried shrimp, and po'boys with a Louisiana kick.

CAVA

CAVA

Ocala · restaurant

Mediterranean restaurant for thoughtful food with customizable greens & grains bowls, pitas & salad.

Michael's Ali Coal Fired Pizza Clermont

Michael's Ali Coal Fired Pizza Clermont

Clermont · restaurant
PizzAmore

PizzAmore

Mount Dora · restaurant

Family-friendly parlor serving specialty pizzas, hot entrees, plus beer & wine in a casual space.

The Forge Ocala

The Forge Ocala

Ocala · restaurant

Ocala's newest culinary destination featuring six distinct concept restaurants under one roof, including Asian fusion, Mediterranean tapas, a speakeasy, a brewery, and a dessert bar.

Las Palmas Cuban Restaurant

Las Palmas Cuban Restaurant

Mount Dora · restaurant

Traditional Cuban fare whipped up in easygoing, compact quarters with a full bar & outdoor seats.

Central Cafe & Bakery

Central Cafe & Bakery

Inverness · bakery

Charming cafe and bakery serving fresh-baked goods, breakfast, and lunch in Inverness.

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.

Mac’d Out

Mac’d Out

Clermont · restaurant
Nena’s Wings & Things

Nena’s Wings & Things

Eustis · restaurant
Bayside Kraft Kitchen

Bayside Kraft Kitchen

Crystal River · restaurant

Creative casual restaurant in Crystal River with a from-scratch kitchen turning out inventive dishes alongside craft cocktails and local beers. A fresh addition to the Crystal River dining scene.

Claire's Creperie

Claire's Creperie

Mount Dora · restaurant

Small crepe shop in the Mount Dora Marketplace serving sweet, savory, and breakfast crepes made from scratch, with gluten-free and keto options available.

Lou & Flo's Cajun Creations

Lou & Flo's Cajun Creations

Dunnellon · restaurant

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

Cantina Tex Mex Tequila Bar

Cantina Tex Mex Tequila Bar

Ocala · restaurant
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.

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.

Coney Island Drive Inn Eustis

Coney Island Drive Inn Eustis

Eustis · 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 - Brownwood

Cody's Original Roadhouse - Brownwood

The Villages · restaurant

Informal local chain serving hand-cut steaks, seafood & Southern BBQ in a roadhouse-themed setting.

Double Take Pizza

Double Take Pizza

Eustis · restaurant
Todd and Shelly's Farm Fresh Restaurant

Todd and Shelly's Farm Fresh Restaurant

Ocala · restaurant
Mamma Rita's Pizzeria

Mamma Rita's Pizzeria

Clermont · restaurant
Máster Taqueria Y Paleteria

Máster Taqueria Y Paleteria

Eustis · restaurant
Atmospheric interior

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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