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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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MrBeast Burger

MrBeast Burger

The Villages · restaurant
Marguerita Grill

Marguerita Grill

Homosassa · restaurant

Mexican & American fare in a relaxed setting with sports TV, fishbowl Margaritas & patio seating.

Big Cypress Lakefront Pizzeria

Big Cypress Lakefront Pizzeria

Panasoffkee · restaurant

Experience handmade Italian perfection by the water, where rustic charm meets vibrant style at BIG CYPRESS LAKEFRONT PIZZERIA.

Pisces Rising

Pisces Rising

Mount Dora · seafood

Fresh seafood with a view of Lake Dora. Creative preparations and a lakefront setting that's hard to beat in this part of Florida.

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.

Flippers Pizza - Wildwood

Flippers Pizza - Wildwood

The Villages · restaurant

Casual pizza chain serving brick-oven pies & other Italian eats, plus beer & wine.

Orochi Ramen

Orochi Ramen

Clermont · restaurant

Authentic Japanese ramen restaurant

Kim's Cafe II

Kim's Cafe II

Homosassa · coffee shop

Neighborhood cafe in Homosassa serving breakfast, lunch, and comfort food.

Stavro's and Sons Pizza

Stavro's and Sons Pizza

Eustis · restaurant

Simple standby for classic Italian, Greek & Mediterranean cooking served in warm, homey environs.

Gator's Dockside Brownwood

Gator's Dockside Brownwood

The Villages · restaurant

Family-friendly sports-bar chain offering American fare, including signature grilled chicken wings.

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.

Koto hibachi express - Sushi - Bubble Tea

Koto hibachi express - Sushi - Bubble Tea

Ocala · restaurant
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.

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.

Lugo's Grill

Lugo's Grill

Dunnellon · restaurant

Authentic Cuban restaurant in Dunnellon known for fresh plantains, Cuban sandwiches, and hearty rice and beans in a cozy, old-school atmosphere. Cash only.

El Ranchito Mexican Cuban Cuisine

El Ranchito Mexican Cuban Cuisine

Leesburg · restaurant

Mexican and Cuban cuisine restaurant

VKI Japanese Steakhouse

VKI Japanese Steakhouse

The Villages · restaurant

Tableside hibachi, sushi & Japanese kitchen entrees served in a sophisticated, warm-colored space.

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.

Waterfront Grille

Waterfront Grille

Eustis · restaurant
No 1 Chinese Food

No 1 Chinese Food

The Villages · restaurant
Gator's Dockside Spring Hill

Gator's Dockside Spring Hill

Spring Hill · restaurant

Family-friendly sports-bar chain offering American fare, including signature grilled chicken wings.

Gio's Deli

Gio's Deli

The Villages · coffee shop

Italian deli and market near The Villages in Oxford serving homemade pizza, fresh sandwiches, and scratch-made Italian specialties, with imported goods available for purchase.

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.

Michael Anthony's Pizza

Michael Anthony's Pizza

Homosassa · restaurant

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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.

Spill the Beans Co.

Spill the Beans Co.

Leesburg · coffee shop

Local cafe and coffee roaster in Leesburg offering house-roasted lattes, mochas, frappes, Lotus energy drinks, and fresh cooked-to-order food, where regulars are known by name.

Daniel's Cheesesteak Express

Daniel's Cheesesteak Express

Clermont · restaurant

Philly cheesesteak restaurant in downtown Clermont

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.

Bella Vita Italian Steakhouse

Bella Vita Italian Steakhouse

The Villages · italian

Rustic Italian charm meets modern piano bar atmosphere. Hand-cut steaks, housemade pastas, and craft cocktails make this the go-to date night spot at Spanish Springs.

Lou & Flo's Cajun Creations

Lou & Flo's Cajun Creations

Dunnellon · restaurant

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

Steak 'n Shake

Ocala · restaurant

Chain known for steakburgers & milkshakes offering a dinerlike space with retro flair.

El Azteca Mexican Cocina

El Azteca Mexican Cocina

Bushnell · restaurant

If you haven't found El Azteca Mexican Cocina yet, you're missing out on one of Bushnell's best-kept secrets — though with a 4.7-star Google rating and a loyal following, the secret is getting out fast. Tucked into Bushnell Plaza off SR 48, this family-run spot serves authentic Mexican cuisine that goes well beyond the typical Tex-Mex playbook. The enchiladas are rich and saucy, the fajitas come out sizzling, and the tamales taste like someone's abuela made them that morning. Don't skip the sangria — regulars call it spectacular, and they're not exaggerating. What sets El Azteca apart isn't just the food, though. It's the warmth. Reviewers consistently rave about the staff — attentive, genuine, the kind of service that makes you feel like family from the first visit. The dining room is clean and inviting, the kind of place you'd bring your parents or take the kids on a Tuesday night just as easily as a Friday date night. Portions are generous, prices are fair, and the fresh, thin tortillas alone are worth the trip. Whether you're stopping in for a quick lunch combo, ordering takeout through Toast or DoorDash, or settling in for a full dinner with margaritas, El Azteca delivers every time. It's the kind of neighborhood restaurant that makes you glad you live here — and if you're visiting the area, it's reason enough to get off the interstate.

Big Man's Cafe

Big Man's Cafe

Ocala · restaurant
ROYAL ORCHID THAI Cuisine

ROYAL ORCHID THAI Cuisine

Ocala · restaurant

Various Thai favorites, plus beer & wine, are served in a traditional, wood-paneled setting.

CAVA

CAVA

Ocala · restaurant

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

Awwal Curry House Restaurant

Awwal Curry House Restaurant

Eustis · restaurant
Stavros and Sons Fruitland Park

Stavros and Sons Fruitland Park

Leesburg · restaurant

Informal Italian eatery serving pizza, pasta, calzones & sandwiches, plus beer & wine.

El Rinconcito Mexican Grill & Cantina

El Rinconcito Mexican Grill & Cantina

Ocala · restaurant
ZENSHI Handcrafted Sushi

ZENSHI Handcrafted Sushi

Clermont · restaurant
Frenchy's

Frenchy's

The Villages · restaurant

Wood-fired pizza spot inside The Market at Sawgrass Grove serving authentic sourdough crust pizzas cooked in a specialty oven for grab-and-go dining.

Shuckin' Shack Oyster Bar

Shuckin' Shack Oyster Bar

Ocala · restaurant

Family-friendly hub for steamed & raw shellfish, wings & beers served in a no-frills setting.

Graffiti Seafood & More

Ocala · restaurant
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.

El Ranchito The Villages

El Ranchito The Villages

The Villages · restaurant
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.

Calypso

Calypso

The Villages · restaurant

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.

Cody's Original Roadhouse - Crystal River

Cody's Original Roadhouse - Crystal River

Crystal River · restaurant

Folksy chain serving American comfort food in a roadhouse-themed space decorated with Americana.

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.

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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