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Food & drink in Central Florida.

Every place to eat & drink in Central Florida — 686 and counting. Filter by cuisine, jump A–Z, or just browse.

Food & drink in Central Florida

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Mustangs & Mulligans

Mustangs & Mulligans

Ocala · bar

Bar at Golden Oaks Country Club, Ocala.

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.

Bravo Pizza!!

Bravo Pizza!!

The Villages · restaurant

Pizza parlor serving New York-style slices, calzones, pizza, Stromboli, baked ziti and other Italian eats.

Miz Kathi's Southern Sweetery

Miz Kathi's Southern Sweetery

The Villages · bakery
Cantina Tex Mex Tequila Bar

Cantina Tex Mex Tequila Bar

Ocala · restaurant
Corelli’s Pantry Italian Market & Pizza

Corelli’s Pantry Italian Market & Pizza

Clermont · restaurant
CustomCookies365

CustomCookies365

Eustis · bakery
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Los Magueyes Mexican Restaurant - Wildwood

Los Magueyes Mexican Restaurant - Wildwood

Wildwood · restaurant

Informal strip-mall setting for traditional Mexican comfort foods with margaritas & piña coladas.

Mimi's Cafe

Mimi's Cafe

Ocala · restaurant

Casual chain restaurant serving French & American staples in a rustic-inspired setting.

Pico Bistro

Clermont · restaurant
Pueblo Viejo Mexican Restaurant

Pueblo Viejo Mexican Restaurant

Brooksville · bar

Mexican restaurant on Cortez Boulevard in Brooksville serving traditional Mexican cuisine.

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.

Inverness Coffee House and Hemptation Station

Inverness Coffee House and Hemptation Station

Inverness · coffee shop

Cozy coffee house in Inverness serving coffee, acai bowls, crepes, soups, Lotus energy drinks, and soft-serve ice cream in a welcoming atmosphere with chill music.

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.

Amerikanos Grille

Amerikanos Grille

The Villages · mediterranean

Mediterranean and American cuisine at Spanish Springs with both indoor and outdoor seating plus an outdoor bar. The gyros and lamb dishes stand out, and the location right on the square means you're steps from the nightly entertainment.

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.

La Dolce Vita Gelato & Pastry

La Dolce Vita Gelato & Pastry

Ocala · ice cream

Authentic Italian gelato and pastry shop rated 4.9 stars. Homemade gelato, pastries, and espresso drinks.

District Bar & Kitchen

District Bar & Kitchen

Ocala · cocktails

Ocala's 2025 Restaurant of the Year. Elevated bar classics, handcrafted cocktails, and live music in a high-energy downtown atmosphere.

Shamrock Lounge & Package

Shamrock Lounge & Package

Leesburg · bar

Neighborhood dive bar and package store in Leesburg open daily till 2 AM with pool tables, darts, jukebox, live music, karaoke nights, and happy hour from 10 AM to 7 PM.

PizzAmore

PizzAmore

Mount Dora · restaurant

Family-friendly parlor serving specialty pizzas, hot entrees, plus beer & wine in a casual space.

Amrit Palace

Amrit Palace

Ocala · indian

The best Indian food within 50 miles, and it's not close. The lunch buffet is a steal, the naan comes out of the tandoor perfectly blistered, and the menu is deep enough that regulars are still discovering new favorites after years of visits.

Midtown Station Food Hub

Midtown Station Food Hub

Ocala · restaurant

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.

Los Magueyes Crystal River

Los Magueyes Crystal River

Crystal River · bar

Mexican restaurant chain location in Crystal River serving fresh-made traditional dishes including tacos, burritos, fajitas, enchiladas, and specialty cocktails.

Holy Sh'mokes Cigar & Wine Lounge

Holy Sh'mokes Cigar & Wine Lounge

The Villages · bar

Premium cigar, wine, beer, and coffee lounge in The Villages. The cigar lounge is enclosed and separate from the smoke-free indoor bar — so everyone's comfortable. Karaoke nights, wine tastings, and military discounts add to the draw.

Historic Downtown Clermont

Historic Downtown Clermont

Clermont · restaurant

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

Bully Brewing

Bully Brewing

Leesburg · brewery

A family-owned microbrewery in Leesburg with a laid-back taproom where the focus is entirely on the beer. Small-batch brews, a rotating tap list, and the kind of atmosphere where you end up chatting with the people at the next table.

Green Mountain Pizza

Green Mountain Pizza

Clermont · restaurant
The Cove Pub & Grub

The Cove Pub & Grub

Inverness · bar

Lakeside pub and grill on the Tsala Apopka chain of lakes with outdoor seating, wings, burgers, and cold drinks.

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.

Big Hammock Brewery & Bites

Big Hammock Brewery & Bites

Ocala · brewery

A downtown Ocala brewery with a twist -- literally. Twelve taps featuring their own brews alongside guest craft beers, paired with an Asian-fusion menu of ramen bowls, bao buns, and hot pretzels. The combination shouldn't work this well, but it does.

Vanderbrew Coffee Shop

Vanderbrew Coffee Shop

Leesburg · coffee shop

A craft coffee shop and tea house in downtown Leesburg with sweet treats, a warm atmosphere, and the kind of careful attention to drinks that makes you want to linger. A welcome addition to the growing Leesburg downtown scene.

Nautilus Coffee Company

Nautilus Coffee Company

Tavares · coffee shop

An adventure-themed artisanal coffee shop in downtown Tavares decorated with nautical trinkets and gizmos. The drinks are crafted with care, the atmosphere invites lingering, and it's the kind of local coffee shop that gives a town its personality.

Whale's Tale Fish House

Whale's Tale Fish House

Mount Dora · seafood

A Mount Dora locals' favorite that specializes in seafood done simply and well. The Maryland crab soup is a standout, and the no-fuss atmosphere keeps people coming back week after week.

Dominiks Pizza and Grill

Dominiks Pizza and Grill

Bushnell · bar

Local pizza and grill spot in Bushnell serving hand-tossed pizzas, calzones, and Italian-American favorites. A neighborhood staple for a casual family dinner.

Sipping Grounds

Sipping Grounds

Ocala · coffee shop

Handcrafted coffee, fresh pastries, and all-day breakfast and lunch in the midtown area of Ocala.

Broad Street Brewing Co.

Broad Street Brewing Co.

Brooksville · brewery

Broad Street Brewing is a community-focused microbrewery in Brooksville, FL that offers live music, creative workshops, and a welcoming atmosphere for locals and visitors alike.

The Whistle Stop

The Whistle Stop

Clermont · bar
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.

Clermont Oyster Bar

Clermont Oyster Bar

Clermont · bar

Raw bar and seafood restaurant in Clermont serving oysters on the half shell, peel-and-eat shrimp, and fried seafood baskets in a casual, laid-back atmosphere.

Mark's Prime Steakhouse & Seafood

Mark's Prime Steakhouse & Seafood

Ocala · restaurant

Upscale steakhouse in downtown Ocala offering prime steaks and seafood with an extensive wine list. Private dining available.

Foxtail Coffee Co. - Mount Dora

Foxtail Coffee Co. - Mount Dora

Mount Dora · coffee shop

Foxtail's second Mount Dora location on FL-44, serving the same excellent specialty coffee, pastries, and seasonal drinks in a more suburban setting. Drive-through available for quick pickups.

Caffe Connection

Caffe Connection

Spring Hill · coffee shop

At Caffe Connections, we make the connection with our customers through food and fresh coffees.

CEDAR GRILL CLERMONT

CEDAR GRILL CLERMONT

Clermont · restaurant

Mediterranean grill restaurant

Brown Dog Coffeehouse

Brown Dog Coffeehouse

Ocala · cafe
Twisted Biscuit Diner

Twisted Biscuit Diner

Tavares · restaurant

Popular Tavares diner serving traditional Southern comfort food with a twist, built around flavored, made-from-scratch biscuits, open daily from 6:30 AM to 2:30 PM for breakfast and lunch.

Ay Jalisco Clermont

Ay Jalisco Clermont

Clermont · bar

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

Cedar River Seafood Crystal River

Cedar River Seafood Crystal River

Crystal River · restaurant

Local seafood chain serving fried fish platters, shrimp baskets, and hushpuppies in a casual, no-frills setting. Solid portions at fair prices — a dependable seafood spot.

Charlie Horse Bar & Grill

Charlie Horse Bar & Grill

Ocala · bar

Neighborhood bar and grill on Silver Springs Blvd in Ocala serving American fare with daily specials. Known for karaoke nights, DJ Bingo, and a lively local crowd with indoor and outdoor seating.

Atmospheric interior

A note from the editor

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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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