Food & drink in Central Florida.
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Food & drink in Central Florida
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Fish Camp on Lake Eustis
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.
Taco Maniaa
Reveille Cafe The Villages
Comfortable daytime diner serving coffee & brunch favorites, including pancakes & omelets.
Graffiti Seafood & More
Dan's Clam Stand
Heaping baskets of fried seafood are found at this easygoing clam shack with picnic tables.
Golden Krust Caribbean Restaurant
Go For Donuts
Local donut shop in Dunnellon baking fresh donuts, fritters, and pastries every morning. Get there early for the best selection — they sell out for a reason.
The Forge Ocala
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.
The Equestrian Manor
The newest dining venue at World Equestrian Center in Ocala, offering upscale buffet-style brunch and special event dining in an elegant equestrian setting.
Harvest Restaurant & Bar
HARVEST in The Villages, FL offers a fresh menu inspired by culinary traditions, blending classic and modern techniques for a creative dining experience.
Mac’d Out
Lake Eustis Waterfront Grille
Cane Garden Country Club
Casual option with golf-course views providing seafood & other light fare along with American mains.
Root & Branch Bistro + Bar
A labor of love from proprietors Jason and Casey Baruch, Root & Branch has won multiple Taste of South Lake awards for good reason. The fried green tomatoes are legendary, and the upscale-but-casual vibe hits that sweet spot for a special night out.
Cheeser's Palace Cafe and Catering
Specialty cheese cafe and catering in downtown Clermont
The Crazy Gator
Relaxed lakeside tavern with patio seating dishing up signature wings, steaks & housemade desserts.
Salty Dogs Steamer and Bar
Family-owned seafood restaurant on Courthouse Square in Inverness serving hand-cut steaks, shrimp, crab, and lobster alongside Cuban-pressed sandwiches.
Tabla Indian Restaurant Clermont
Eaton's Beach Sandbar & Grill
Waterfront dining on Lake Weir featuring Chef Dave Del Rio's Florisiana cuisine — a fusion of Southern, Cajun, and Creole flavors. The views are stunning, the seafood is fresh, and the vibe has been drawing folks out here since 1924.
Deep South Family BBQ
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.
The Goblin Market
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.
Whale's Tale Fish House
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.
Oakwood Smokehouse & Grill
Local BBQ chain serving ribs, steakburgers, seafood & Southern sides in a relaxed atmosphere.
Havana Country Club Restaurant
Country club restaurant in The Villages with a relaxed atmosphere and a menu of American classics. A neighborhood favorite for lunch after a round of golf.
Puddle Jumpers Lakeside Grill & Bar
Lakeside dining with front-row views of Lake Dora and the seaplane base -- which means you might watch a plane land while you eat your burger. The seafood is fresh, the drinks are strong, and the outdoor patio is where you want to be at sunset.
Lady lake pizza & pasta
The Station
Icy King
Smoothies, wraps, ice cream and shaved ice
Flippers Pizza - Clermont
Casual pizza chain serving brick-oven pies & other Italian eats, plus beer & wine.
The View at Clermont National
Restaurant and bar at Clermont National Golf Club offering panoramic views stretching to Disney, with New York-style pizza, fresh bowls, a driving range, and weekend live music.
El Rinconcito Mexican Grill & Cantina
Live Fire Chefs
Guru Indian Restaurant
Repeatedly voted Best Indian Restaurant in Central Florida by the South Lake Chamber of Commerce. Family-owned, award-winning, and the kind of place where the flavors are authentic enough to make you forget you're on Highway 27.
Caffe Connection
At Caffe Connections, we make the connection with our customers through food and fresh coffees.
Mimi's Cafe
Casual chain restaurant serving French & American staples in a rustic-inspired setting.
Ralph’s Burger & Sandwich Shop
The Freezer Tiki Bar
Started as a literal bait freezer attached to a seafood market, now it's one of the most beloved dive bars on the Nature Coast. Cash only, peel-and-eat shrimp, and the kind of Old Florida atmosphere you can't manufacture. Bring cash.
The Inside Out Grill
Local grill in Lake Panasoffkee.
Gator's Dockside Brownwood
Family-friendly sports-bar chain offering American fare, including signature grilled chicken wings.
Eden Abbey Brewing Community
Family-owned Mount Dora brewpub with 14 taps of Belgian-inspired house-brewed beers, scratch-made empanadas, Wagyu burgers, and a backyard where kids can run free. Sunday brunch comes with live music — the whole package.
Cody's Original Roadhouse - Brownwood
Informal local chain serving hand-cut steaks, seafood & Southern BBQ in a roadhouse-themed setting.
The Brave Burger
Darrel's Dinner # 23
Hibachi Express
Fifth Avenue Streatery
Full-service restaurant in Mount Dora serving Southern fusion and down-home cooking made from scratch, featuring open-air dining, a pet-friendly atmosphere, and a dedicated dog menu.
AK Pho & Boba Tea
Crafted - Fine Dine Steakhouse
Cedar River Seafood
Local seafood chain in Inverness dishing out fried fish platters, shrimp baskets, and hushpuppies. Simple, satisfying seafood at honest prices.

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