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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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Say Taco Tequila Bar & Grill

Say Taco Tequila Bar & Grill

Ocala · restaurant

Homestyle eatery with a terrace whipping up hearty nachos & tacos alongside margaritas & beer.

Luigi's Italian Restaurant

Luigi's Italian Restaurant

Eustis · restaurant

Casual Italian eatery serving a traditional menu in an airy simple space with booths & tables.

Mary's Kountry Kitchen

Mary's Kountry Kitchen

Tavares · breakfast

The kind of breakfast spot where the portions are enormous, the coffee stays full, and the regulars know the staff by name. Mary's has been feeding Tavares for years with no-frills comfort food that hits exactly right at 7am.

Wanda Mofongo House

Wanda Mofongo House

Clermont · restaurant
Big Man's Cafe

Big Man's Cafe

Ocala · restaurant
El Rinconcito Mexican Grill & Cantina

El Rinconcito Mexican Grill & Cantina

Ocala · restaurant
Dan's Clam Stand

Dan's Clam Stand

Crystal River · restaurant

Heaping baskets of fried seafood are found at this easygoing clam shack with picnic tables.

Mr. Wang's Chinese Restaurant

Mr. Wang's Chinese Restaurant

Homosassa · restaurant

Old-timey fixture dishing up plentiful plates of traditional Chinese food in a casual atmosphere.

Market Kitchen & Bar

Market Kitchen & Bar

Ocala · restaurant
Nena’s Wings & Things

Nena’s Wings & Things

Eustis · restaurant
Cedar River Seafood

Cedar River Seafood

Inverness · restaurant

Local seafood chain in Inverness dishing out fried fish platters, shrimp baskets, and hushpuppies. Simple, satisfying seafood at honest prices.

1921 Mount Dora

1921 Mount Dora

Mount Dora · new american

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.

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.

Turners Kitchen + Bar

Turners Kitchen + Bar

Leesburg · new american

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.

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.

Buffet City

Buffet City

Brooksville · restaurant

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

Southern Hills Plantation Club

Southern Hills Plantation Club

Brooksville · restaurant

Southern Hills Plantation Club is a private golf and country club nestled in the rolling terrain of Brooksville, Florida, offering a premier membership experience with a championship golf course and top-notch amenities.

Santiagos Restaurant

Santiagos Restaurant

Clermont · restaurant

Restaurant at Cagan Crossing

Michael's Ali Coal Fired Pizza Clermont

Michael's Ali Coal Fired Pizza Clermont

Clermont · restaurant
Four Smokes BBQ

Four Smokes BBQ

Ocala · restaurant
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.

Lollygaggers Sports Pub & Grill - Wildwood

Lollygaggers Sports Pub & Grill - Wildwood

The Villages · restaurant

J & T Smokehouse

Leesburg · restaurant

Smokehouse restaurant in Leesburg, FL.

The Goblin Market

The Goblin Market

Mount Dora · new american

A local institution since 1996, The Goblin Market features intimate, book-lined dining rooms and a gorgeous courtyard patio. Creative seasonal New American cuisine in one of the prettiest settings in Central Florida.

Darrell's Diner

Darrell's Diner

Ocala · restaurant
Riviera Maya Mexican Restaurant

Riviera Maya Mexican Restaurant

Dunnellon · restaurant

Beloved family-run Mexican restaurant in Dunnellon since 2010 serving authentic dishes with fresh, locally-sourced ingredients and an impressive tequila selection in a colorful, lively setting.

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.

Casa Agave Mexican Grill

Casa Agave Mexican Grill

The Villages · restaurant
The Grille & Tiki Bar at Citrus Hills

The Grille & Tiki Bar at Citrus Hills

Inverness · restaurant

Restaurant and tiki bar at Citrus Hills Golf & Country Club.

Zuru Ramen & Boba

Zuru Ramen & Boba

Ocala · restaurant
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.

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 Toreo

El Toreo

Ocala · restaurant
El Patio Bushnell

El Patio Bushnell

Bushnell · restaurant

Authentic Mexican restaurant in Bushnell known for scratch-made fajitas, burritos, street tacos, and barbacoa using fresh ingredients, with a 4.7-star rating.

City Fire American Oven & Bar

City Fire American Oven & Bar

The Villages · restaurant

Upscale-casual eatery offering American fare from sandwiches to steaks, plus a full bar.

Tequila Cantina Mexican Kitchen

Tequila Cantina Mexican Kitchen

The Villages · restaurant
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.

Pardon My Cheesesteak

Pardon My Cheesesteak

The Villages · restaurant

Tabla Indian Restaurant Clermont

Clermont · 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.

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.

Diner on the Square

Diner on the Square

Ocala · restaurant
Clermont Fish House

Clermont Fish House

Clermont · restaurant

Fresh seafood restaurant

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.

The Yardery

The Yardery

Mount Dora · restaurant

Open-air restaurant and bar on Baker Street featuring Mount Dora's only rooftop bar, backyard classics with a twist, lawn games, and live music weekends in a family and dog-friendly setting.

Metro Diner

Metro Diner

The Villages · restaurant

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.

BubbaQue's BBQ - Crystal River

BubbaQue's BBQ - Crystal River

Crystal River · restaurant

Fast-casual BBQ joint serving smoked brisket, pulled pork, ribs, and all the classic sides. The meat is smoked low and slow, and the sweet tea flows freely.

San Jose's Original Mexican Restaurant

San Jose's Original Mexican Restaurant

Clermont · restaurant

Original Mexican 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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