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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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Vintage on 5th

Vintage on 5th

Crystal River · american

Upscale dining in a historic Crystal River building. Refined atmosphere and a menu that rewards a leisurely evening.

Howie's Family Restaurant

Howie's Family Restaurant

Bushnell · restaurant

Home-style family restaurant in Bushnell serving Southern comfort food, fresh seafood, and all-you-can-eat fish, open for breakfast and lunch with Friday fish fry dinners.

Night Owl Caribbean Cuisine

Night Owl Caribbean Cuisine

Eustis · restaurant
The Inside Out Grill

The Inside Out Grill

Panasoffkee · restaurant

Local grill in Lake Panasoffkee.

Clermont Fish House

Clermont Fish House

Clermont · restaurant

Fresh seafood restaurant

McCracken’s Irish Pub

McCracken’s Irish Pub

Leesburg · restaurant

Irish pub on Main Street in downtown Leesburg serving Irish-inspired dishes, cocktails, and draft beers including Guinness, with daily happy hour from 2-6 PM.

Tap House Social

Tap House Social

The Villages · restaurant

Sports-forward restaurant and bar in The Villages with scratch-made smash burgers, fish and chips, and a deep craft beer list. Plenty of TVs for game day and a lively vibe on weekends.

Ay Jalisco

Ay Jalisco

The Villages · restaurant

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

Swampy's Bar & Grille

Swampy's Bar & Grille

Dunnellon · cajun

Nestled right on the Rainbow River, Swampy's has been a Dunnellon favorite for over a decade. The Cajun-inspired menu pairs perfectly with the riverfront setting, and it's the kind of place where you linger longer than you planned.

Grumpy Gators Bar & Grill

Grumpy Gators Bar & Grill

Homosassa · restaurant

Casual bar and grill in Homosassa serving home-cooked food including pizza, burgers, fried chicken, and fresh seafood, with live entertainment and outdoor seating.

Legends Bar And Grill

Legends Bar And Grill

Leesburg · restaurant

Neighborhood bar and grill in Fruitland Park known for hand-tossed New York and Chicago-style pizza, oversized chicken wings with homemade sauces, pool tables, karaoke, and live music.

Jeremiah's

Jeremiah's

Mount Dora · restaurant

Casual American fare served in a warm, relaxed setting with a bar & bustling patio.

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.

Gator Cove

Gator Cove

Homosassa · restaurant

Waterfront bar and grill on the canal in Homosassa serving American fare including burgers, steaks, fish and chips, and gator tail, with outdoor seating and live entertainment.

Historic Downtown Clermont

Historic Downtown Clermont

Clermont · restaurant

This charming downtown area features historic houses & buildings, retail shops & restaurants.

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.

Go For Donuts

Go For Donuts

Dunnellon · restaurant

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 Deli Llama, Cafe.- Espresso & Sandwiches

The Deli Llama, Cafe.- Espresso & Sandwiches

Mount Dora · coffee shop

Creative cafe in downtown Mount Dora serving crafted pressed sandwiches with house-made meats and espresso by day, transforming into The Llama Lounge evenings with small bites, beer, wine, and sake cocktails.

Montrose Street Market

Montrose Street Market

Clermont · restaurant

Curated marketplace with culinary and retail experience in downtown Clermont

Papa J's Diner

Papa J's Diner

Inverness · coffee shop

One of the longest-running breakfast and lunch diners in Inverness since 1986, serving all-day breakfast with Southern-style cooking, generous portions, and competitive prices.

Big Man's Cafe

Big Man's Cafe

Ocala · restaurant
Peach Valley Café

Peach Valley Café

Mount Dora · restaurant

Breakfast and brunch spot on US-441 serving homemade eats with fresh ingredients — from classic eggs and pancakes to sandwiches and soups. Pet-friendly patio and open until 2:30pm daily.

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.

Cane Garden Country Club

Cane Garden Country Club

The Villages · restaurant

Casual option with golf-course views providing seafood & other light fare along with American mains.

Latin Flavors Bar & Grill

Latin Flavors Bar & Grill

The Villages · 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.

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.

Ski Beach Bar and Grill

Ski Beach Bar and Grill

Leesburg · restaurant

Waterfront restaurant on Lake Harris in Leesburg offering American favorites and fresh seafood with stunning lake views, plus a Sunday brunch buffet.

Casa Agave Mexican Grill

Casa Agave Mexican Grill

The Villages · restaurant
M&M Old Hickory Smokehouse BBQ

M&M Old Hickory Smokehouse BBQ

Wildwood · barbecue

A hole-in-the-wall in the best possible way. Smoked low and slow with old hickory wood, the brisket and ribs here are legit competition-quality barbecue. Limited hours mean you need to plan around their schedule, but that's what good BBQ demands.

Keke's Breakfast Cafe

Keke's Breakfast Cafe

The Villages · coffee shop

Popular breakfast and brunch chain serving oversized pancakes, Belgian waffles, omelets, and fresh-squeezed juices. The wait on weekends is real, but the food makes it worth it.

Coastal Del Mar

Coastal Del Mar

The Villages · seafood

Seafood with flair at Spanish Springs. A popular spot for dinner right on the square with live music steps away.

Cody's on 4th

Cody's on 4th

Mount Dora · coffee shop

Casual cafe on 4th Avenue in Mount Dora serving coffee, sandwiches, and light bites in a friendly neighborhood atmosphere. A solid stop for a quick lunch while exploring downtown.

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.

Orange Blossom Hills Golf & Country Club

Orange Blossom Hills Golf & Country Club

Wildwood · golf

18-hole public golf course surrounded by rolling terrain and mature oaks. Affordable green fees and a friendly clubhouse.

Willie Jewell's Old School Bar-B-Q

Willie Jewell's Old School Bar-B-Q

The Villages · restaurant
Stirrups Restaurant

Stirrups Restaurant

Ocala · restaurant
Backwater Fins

Backwater Fins

Crystal River · restaurant

Waterfront restaurant at the end of Ozello Trail serving fresh seafood and cold drinks with stunning Gulf views.

Yum Yum Wings and Things

Yum Yum Wings and Things

Eustis · restaurant
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.

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.

San Jose's Original Mexican Restaurant

San Jose's Original Mexican Restaurant

Clermont · restaurant

Original Mexican restaurant

Cantina's Mexican Kitchen

Cantina's Mexican Kitchen

Clermont · restaurant

Fat Boys BBQ

Ocala · restaurant

BBQ restaurant and bar in Ocala, FL, serving wood-smoked ribs, brisket, and chicken with online ordering available.

The Pub

The Pub

The Villages · restaurant
Lollygaggers Sports Pub & Grill - Wildwood

Lollygaggers Sports Pub & Grill - Wildwood

The Villages · restaurant
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.

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.

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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