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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

390 places · filtered · page 3/9

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Darrell's Diner

Darrell's Diner

The Villages · restaurant
Cantina's Mexican Kitchen

Cantina's Mexican Kitchen

Clermont · 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.

Darrell's Diner

Darrell's Diner

Ocala · restaurant
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.

Willy's Original at Sawgrass Grove

Willy's Original at Sawgrass Grove

The Villages · restaurant

At Willy’s Original, we take smash burgers to the next level! Our burgers are made with fresh, high-quality beef, smashed to perfection on a sizzling hot griddle for that irresistible crispy edge and juicy center. Served on a toasted bun with premium toppings and house-made sauces, every bite is packed with bold flavor. It’s no wonder we’re known for the best burgers in Florida — come taste the difference for yourself!

La Cuisine Academy Restaurant

La Cuisine Academy Restaurant

Ocala · restaurant

Restaurant in Ocala.

Chop Block Grill

Chop Block Grill

Brooksville · restaurant

Urban casual dining restaurant in downtown Brooksville featuring prime aged steaks, fresh seafood, pasta, and a full liquor bar in an inviting atmosphere.

AK Pho & Boba Tea

AK Pho & Boba Tea

Ocala · restaurant
Suncreek Cafe

Suncreek Cafe

Clermont · restaurant
Sauced Hogs BBQ Bar & Grill

Sauced Hogs BBQ Bar & Grill

Crystal River · restaurant

Barbecue restaurant and bar in Hernando near Crystal River serving smoked meats and classic BBQ sides. Features weekly karaoke on Thursdays, live music on weekends, and trivia nights in a casual, family-friendly setting.

The Forge Ocala

The Forge Ocala

Ocala · restaurant

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.

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.

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.

San Jose's Original Mexican Restaurant

San Jose's Original Mexican Restaurant

Clermont · restaurant

Original Mexican restaurant

Christmas Cafe

Christmas Cafe

Inverness · coffee shop

Coffee house in Inverness serving coffee, acai bowls, crepes, soups, energy drinks, and soft-serve ice cream in a cozy atmosphere.

Harvest Restaurant & Bar

Harvest Restaurant & Bar

The Villages · restaurant

HARVEST in The Villages, FL offers a fresh menu inspired by culinary traditions, blending classic and modern techniques for a creative dining experience.

The Freezer Tiki Bar

The Freezer Tiki Bar

Crystal River · seafood

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.

Live Fire Chefs

Live Fire Chefs

Ocala · restaurant
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.

Old Time Diner

Old Time Diner

Leesburg · restaurant

1950s-themed diner in Leesburg serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner with live entertainment featuring the village cowboy on Tuesday evenings.

Sakura Restaurant

Sakura Restaurant

The Villages · restaurant
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.

Oakwood Smokehouse & Grill

Oakwood Smokehouse & Grill

Eustis · restaurant

Local BBQ chain serving ribs, steakburgers, seafood & Southern sides in a relaxed atmosphere.

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.

Flippers Pizza - Clermont

Flippers Pizza - Clermont

Clermont · restaurant

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

Ocala Downtown Diner

Ocala Downtown Diner

Ocala · restaurant

Burgers, steaks & shakes served in a relaxed eatery that has classic diner decor.

Lakis Restaurant

Lakis Restaurant

Ocala · restaurant

Popular Greek & Italian dishes served in a casual space with murals of quaint Aegean scenes.

Tiki Bar & Grill

Tiki Bar & Grill

Clermont · restaurant

Easygoing hangout on Lake Minneloa featuring American eats, brews & scenic outdoor seating.

Willie Jewell's Old School Bar-B-Q

Willie Jewell's Old School Bar-B-Q

The Villages · restaurant
Luma Mediterranean Kitchen

Luma Mediterranean Kitchen

The Villages · restaurant

LUMA is a fast-casual Mediterranean kitchen serving bold, bright flavors inspired by the sun-soaked coasts of the Mediterranean.

The Station

The Station

Clermont · restaurant
Don Pepe Mexican Restaurant

Don Pepe Mexican Restaurant

Dunnellon · restaurant

Popular family-owned Mexican restaurant in a charming converted house in Dunnellon, serving authentic Tex-Mex cuisine with generous portions and beer and wine.

La Jibarita de Puerto Rico

La Jibarita de Puerto Rico

Clermont · restaurant

Puerto Rican cuisine 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.

Moschello's Pizza

Moschello's Pizza

Homosassa · restaurant

Signature & straightforward NY-style pizza, plus pasta, ribs & subs in a casual strip-mall setting.

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.

Fujiyama Japanese Steak House

Fujiyama Japanese Steak House

Bushnell · restaurant

Family-owned Japanese steakhouse in Bushnell offering hibachi dinners, sushi rolls, and traditional entrees, with reservations, takeout, and delivery available.

Island Fin Poke

Island Fin Poke

The Villages · restaurant

Hawaiian-style poke restaurant at Brownwood serving fresh, sustainably sourced sushi and cooked proteins in customizable bowls with over 25 toppings, plus beer, wine, and Dole Whip.

The Equestrian Manor

The Equestrian Manor

Ocala · fine dining

The newest dining venue at World Equestrian Center in Ocala, offering upscale buffet-style brunch and special event dining in an elegant equestrian setting.

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.

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.

Yamas

Yamas

The Villages · mediterranean

Mediterranean shared plates with a waterfront setting at Hotel Eastport. Aromatic spices, locally sourced seasonal ingredients, and a casual but elevated atmosphere.

Horse & Hounds Restaurant

Horse & Hounds Restaurant

Ocala · american

A dog-friendly American and British pub fare restaurant with over 15 outdoor tables. Known for generous portions of fish and chips, burgers, and steaks in a welcoming atmosphere.

It's Just Wings

It's Just Wings

The Villages · restaurant
Golden Krust Caribbean Restaurant

Golden Krust Caribbean Restaurant

Clermont · restaurant
Ice Cream Shed

Ice Cream Shed

Ocala · restaurant
Ipanema Brazilian Steak House

Ipanema Brazilian Steak House

Ocala · restaurant

Churrascaria with a salad bar & all-you-can-eat roasted meats served tableside by gaucho waiters.

Atmospheric interior

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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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