Food & drink in Central Florida.
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Food & drink in Central Florida
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Finca Pinar
Restaurant and catering business in Dunnellon offering fresh, farm-inspired cuisine.
Ice Cream Shed
Graffiti Seafood & More
Tiki West Raw Bar and Grill
A family-owned seafood spot and oyster bar that puts a Caribbean twist on Southern classics. The raw bar is the main event, but the whole menu delivers. Casual enough for a Tuesday lunch, fun enough for a Saturday night out.
Las Palmas Cuban Restaurant
Traditional Cuban fare whipped up in easygoing, compact quarters with a full bar & outdoor seats.
Bayside Kraft Kitchen
Creative casual restaurant in Crystal River with a from-scratch kitchen turning out inventive dishes alongside craft cocktails and local beers. A fresh addition to the Crystal River dining scene.
CEDAR GRILL CLERMONT
Mediterranean grill restaurant
Big Lee's BBQ
Featured on the Food Network and praised by Guy Fieri, Big Lee's delivers pitmaster-level barbecue that has put Ocala on the national food map. The brisket is the star.
Samurai Hibachi & Ramen
Florida Cracker Cook Shack - BBQ Joint
Southern soul food restaurant in downtown Brooksville smoking BBQ and hot chicken, with signature items including brisket, chipped pork, gator sausage, and Brooksvagas Hot Chicken.
The Legacy Restaurant at Nancy Lopez Country Club
Country club restaurant at Nancy Lopez in The Villages serving American classics with golf course views. A relaxed dining experience for residents and their guests.
Chop House at Lake Sumter
Elegant place with a terrace serving steaks, meat dishes & cocktails, plus weekend brunch.
Ski Beach Bar and Grill
Waterfront restaurant on Lake Harris in Leesburg offering American favorites and fresh seafood with stunning lake views, plus a Sunday brunch buffet.
18 South Restaurant and Saloon
Stirrups Restaurant
The Friar's Table
Gastropub-style dining at Brownwood Paddock Square with elevated comfort food, craft cocktails, and a warm tavern atmosphere.
Gator's Dockside Spring Hill
Family-friendly sports-bar chain offering American fare, including signature grilled chicken wings.
La Hacienda Restaurant at Mission Inn
Upscale dining room serving steaks, seafood, and Spanish-influenced cuisine in an elegant hacienda setting with lake views.
Luna Azul Authentic Mexican 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.
Ipanema Brazilian Steak House
Churrascaria with a salad bar & all-you-can-eat roasted meats served tableside by gaucho waiters.
Pinsa Fire
Beirut Bites
Quick-service Lebanese and Mediterranean eatery on 4th Avenue in Mount Dora. Hummus, falafel, shawarma, and kebabs — fresh, flavorful, and a welcome change of pace from the usual downtown options.
Yellow Pony Pub & Garden
An upscale pub and garden at the World Equestrian Center featuring craft cocktails, bourbon, and elevated pub fare with an outdoor terrace overlooking the equestrian grounds.
Christmas Cafe
Coffee house in Inverness serving coffee, acai bowls, crepes, soups, energy drinks, and soft-serve ice cream in a cozy atmosphere.
Island Fin Poke
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.
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.
Southern Hills Plantation Club
Southern Hills Plantation Club is a private golf and country club nestled in the rolling terrain of Brooksville, Florida, offering a premier membership experience with a championship golf course and top-notch amenities.
Gruff's Tap & Grille
Local pub and grille in Dunnellon with craft beers on tap, burgers, wings, and a relaxed vibe. A solid neighborhood hangout for a casual meal and a cold one.
Thai Ruby
Authentic Thai cuisine at Lake Sumter Landing that goes well beyond the usual pad thai. The curries are properly spiced, the Tom Kha is aromatic and rich, and the location makes it easy to combine dinner with a stroll around the square.
Tequila Cantina Mexican Kitchen
Horse & Hounds Restaurant
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.
Willie Jewell's Old School Bar-B-Q
4120 Bombay Cafe
Mark's Prime Steakhouse & Seafood
Upscale steakhouse in downtown Ocala offering prime steaks and seafood with an extensive wine list. Private dining available.
Los Magueyes Inverness
Regional Mexican restaurant chain location on Highway 41 near Inverness, serving fresh-made dishes including carne asada tacos, birria tacos, fajitas, enchiladas, and molcajete.
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.
Historic Downtown Clermont
This charming downtown area features historic houses & buildings, retail shops & restaurants.
Kungfu Chef Asian Restaurant
The Crooked Spoon Gastropub
A chef-driven gastropub offering traditional and modern dishes with a craft beer selection that takes the pub concept seriously. Happy hour daily from 4-7pm is one of the better deals in South Lake County.
Steak 'n Shake
Chain known for steakburgers & milkshakes offering a dinerlike space with retro flair.
Pico Bistro
The Salted Fry
100% gluten-free European-style frite shop in downtown Mount Dora serving Belgian-style fries, fresh-made dipping sauces, panini sandwiches, and their own bourbon-cooked ketchup.
Red Crab - Juicy Seafood (Eustis)
Red Crab Juicy Seafood Restaurant in Eustis, FL, offers mouthwatering seafood served fresh and bursting with flavor, featuring Cajun-inspired dishes and customizable seafood boils.
1890 Tea House
An Everyday Retreat in Downtown Ocala
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.
Icy King
Smoothies, wraps, ice cream and shaved ice
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.
Hibachi Express

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