Food & drink in Central Florida.
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Food & drink in Central Florida
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Citrus Grove Cafe
Big Bass Grill
Indulge in delicious seafood dishes and more with a tiki-style lakefront view at Big Bass Grill in Lake Panasoffkee.
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.
Montrose Street Market
Curated marketplace with culinary and retail experience in downtown Clermont
Cody's Original Roadhouse - Brownwood
Informal local chain serving hand-cut steaks, seafood & Southern BBQ in a roadhouse-themed setting.
Luigi's Pizza of Brooksville
Pizzas, pasta dishes & other comfort eats are menu staples at this simple eatery with a casual vibe.
Crafted - Fine Dine Steakhouse
Double Take Pizza
The Crazy Gator
Relaxed lakeside tavern with patio seating dishing up signature wings, steaks & housemade desserts.
Copacabana Cuban Cafe
Authentic Cuban restaurant tucked in a downtown Mount Dora alley serving ropa vieja, Cuban sandwiches, and what the Orlando Sentinel voted the best mojito in Central Florida. Live music and generous portions.
Ivy on the Square
Southern-inspired cuisine is the specialty of this elegant restaurant in a circa-1890 building.
O'Shucks Oyster Bar and Grill
Seafood and American restaurant known for oysters on the half shell and fish and chips.
Swampy's Bar & Grille
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.
Todd and Shelly's Farm Fresh Restaurant
Depot on Magnolia
Darrell's Diner
Little Something Different
Small-plates restaurant in the heart of Mount Dora offering globally inspired shareable dishes crafted with high-quality, locally sourced ingredients, with 80% of the menu gluten-free friendly.
Shuckin' Shack Oyster Bar
Family-friendly hub for steamed & raw shellfish, wings & beers served in a no-frills setting.
City Fire American Oven & Bar
Upscale-casual eatery offering American fare from sandwiches to steaks, plus a full bar.
Nature Coast Bar and Grill
Casual bar and grill on Yulee Drive in Homosassa serving American pub fare and drinks.
San Jose's Original Mexican Restaurant
Original Mexican restaurant
Zuru Ramen & Boba
Glenview Country Club
Country club restaurant in The Villages offering dining with views of the manicured greens. A comfortable spot for a post-round meal or casual dinner.
Piesanos Stone Fired Pizza - Southern Trace
Local Italian chain serving stone-fired pizzas, plus pasta, entrees & subs, in a relaxed atmosphere.
Salt Shack on the Lake
Waterfront restaurant on Lake Minneola offering island vibes, wild-caught seafood, and a sandy beach area perfect for families, with live music Thursday through Sunday.
Waterfront Grille
Pico Bistro
Prime + Ember
Upscale signature steakhouse at Eastport Town Center featuring prime cuts, fresh seafood, and hand-crafted cocktails, with a rooftop bar overlooking Central Lake and live music.
Bamboo Bistro
Comfortable Pan-Asian joint with roomy booth seating supplying fusion fare, like sushi & pho.
The Friar Tuck
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.
Wanda Mofongo House
Countryside Diner
Ocean Buffet
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.
Calypso
Caribbean-inspired restaurant at The Waterfront Inn on Lake Sumter Landing, serving island-flavored dishes and rum-infused cocktails with indoor-outdoor dining, live music, and lakeside breezes.
It's Just Wings
Historic Downtown Clermont
This charming downtown area features historic houses & buildings, retail shops & restaurants.
Midtown Station Food Hub
Multi-vendor food hall in downtown Ocala overlooking Tuscawilla Park, with six independent businesses sharing one roof. Tenants include Infinite Ale Works (brewery), Sipping Grounds Coffee, Shake Shack, La Pin Sausages, plus rotating counter-service and a full bar program. Hours vary by vendor, but the hub itself stays lively from morning coffee through late dinner — built for the gather-and-graze pattern more than a sit-down meal.
Ocala Downtown Diner
Burgers, steaks & shakes served in a relaxed eatery that has classic diner decor.
Claire's Creperie
Small crepe shop in the Mount Dora Marketplace serving sweet, savory, and breakfast crepes made from scratch, with gluten-free and keto options available.
Papa J's Diner
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.
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.
Buffet City
Asian buffet including sushi, hibachi & some American items, plus colorful lighting & modest decor.
No 1 Chinese Food
Papa Joe's Italian Restaurant
Unpretentious, group-friendly destination for classic Italian fare, like pasta, pizza & subs.
Bella Nonna Pizzeria & More
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.
Roughstocks grill
Grill restaurant attached to Two Rivers Local Bar on Pennsylvania Avenue in Dunnellon, serving food to bar patrons and dine-in guests.
The Brick & Barrel Public House
New American restaurant and bar on Main Street in Leesburg with a rustic-modern vibe, craft beer on tap, handmade cocktails, and live music Friday and Saturday evenings.
Pepe's Cantina Clermont

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