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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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Ay Jalisco Clermont

Ay Jalisco Clermont

Clermont · bar

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

Sud's Saloon

Sud's Saloon

Clermont · bar
CFS Coffee

CFS Coffee

The Villages · cafe

Colombian-inspired coffee shop at Spanish Springs Town Square serving authentic coffee from the Cocora Valley alongside empanadas, pancakes, and breakfast bowls in a cozy atmosphere.

St. Johns Tavern

St. Johns Tavern

Crystal River · restaurant

Classic pub fare is served alongside beer & cocktails in this warm, wood-&-brick locale.

The Crab Plant

The Crab Plant

Crystal River · seafood

The freshest seafood straight off the boats in Crystal River. As close to the source as you can get.

Brothers Pizza

Brothers Pizza

Crystal River · restaurant

Family-friendly pizza restaurant with hand-tossed pies, pasta, and Italian favorites.

The Juniper General Store

The Juniper General Store

Ocala · cafe
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Big Lee's BBQ

Big Lee's BBQ

Ocala · barbecue

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.

Cantina's Mexican Kitchen

Cantina's Mexican Kitchen

Clermont · restaurant
Darrell's Diner

Darrell's Diner

Ocala · restaurant
Dark & Light Cafe

Dark & Light Cafe

Mount Dora · coffee shop

Specialty coffee shop on Donnelly Street in Mount Dora with carefully crafted espresso drinks, pour-overs, and a rotating selection of single-origin beans. Cozy and inviting for a caffeine-fueled afternoon.

Legacy Cigar Bar & Lounge

Legacy Cigar Bar & Lounge

Tavares · bar

Your Prime Destination for Wine, Beers, and Cigars in Tavares, FL. Enjoy great drinks, live music, and outdoor seating in a relaxed atmosphere.

LIXX Ice Cream Works

Eustis · ice cream
The Salted Fry

The Salted Fry

Mount Dora · restaurant

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.

Miss Tilly's Lollipops

Miss Tilly's Lollipops

Ocala · ice cream
Sweet Cups Chef Cheesecake & Cookies

Sweet Cups Chef Cheesecake & Cookies

Clermont · bakery
Little Fin

Little Fin

The Villages · restaurant

Fast-casual seafood spot inside The Market at Sawgrass Grove specializing in sauteed (not fried) dishes including walleye, fish and chips, oyster po'boys, and bang bang shrimp.

Lake Harris Hideaway

Lake Harris Hideaway

Tavares · restaurant

Biker-owned, kid-friendly hangout featuring American eats plus a full bar & lakeside setting.

Portillo's Clermont

Portillo's Clermont

Clermont · restaurant

Chicago-born chain for hot dogs, Italian beef sandwiches & more, plus beer & wine, in retro digs.

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.

The Station

The Station

Clermont · restaurant
Back Porch Pizza Bar

Back Porch Pizza Bar

Mount Dora · bar

Scratch-made Neapolitan-style pizza and craft cocktails served in a converted 1919 carriage house in downtown Mount Dora. The poke bowls are a surprising hit, and the intimate space is full of character.

Metro Diner

Metro Diner

The Villages · restaurant

Comfort-food chain known for massive portions of fried chicken and waffles, pot roast, and meatloaf. Breakfast is served all day, and the vibe is pure Southern diner warmth.

Grace Cafe

Grace Cafe

Bushnell · coffee shop

Cozy cafe in Bushnell serving coffee, pastries, and light breakfast and lunch options. A welcoming community spot with a friendly, small-town feel.

Brooklyn Water Bagel

Brooklyn Water Bagel

The Villages · bakery

Bagel shop with flavors such as pumpernickel & asiago, plus sandwiches, omelets & coffee drinks.

Catrina Cocina Mexicana

Catrina Cocina Mexicana

Ocala · restaurant
Kalua Beach Bar

Kalua Beach Bar

Tavares · tiki bar

A lakefront bar with Hawaiian-inspired food, Lake Dora views, and live music on weekends. The vibe is Jimmy Buffett meets lake town Florida -- laid back, sandy-footed, and exactly where you want to be on a Friday night.

Fish Camp on Lake Eustis

Fish Camp on Lake Eustis

Leesburg · seafood

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.

Oliver´s Crepes

Oliver´s Crepes

Clermont · bakery
Foxtail Coffee Co. & Kelly’s Ice Cream - Clermont

Foxtail Coffee Co. & Kelly’s Ice Cream - Clermont

Clermont · coffee shop

Orlando-based specialty coffee chain location in Clermont offering craft coffee drinks, gluten-free treats, and Kelly's Ice Cream in a comfortable cafe setting.

El Toreo

El Toreo

Ocala · restaurant
Beans and Greens Coffee House

Beans and Greens Coffee House

Crystal River · coffee shop

Cozy coffee house in Crystal River serving craft coffee drinks, smoothies, and light bites. A local favorite for a chill morning cup or an afternoon pick-me-up.

Magnolia Wine Garden

Magnolia Wine Garden

Eustis · bar
Puddle Jumpers Lakeside Grill & Bar

Puddle Jumpers Lakeside Grill & Bar

Tavares · american

Lakeside dining with front-row views of Lake Dora and the seaplane base -- which means you might watch a plane land while you eat your burger. The seafood is fresh, the drinks are strong, and the outdoor patio is where you want to be at sunset.

Rutabagas Natural Food Market & Café

Rutabagas Natural Food Market & Café

Inverness · coffee shop

Family-owned natural food store and cafe in Inverness offering organic produce, vitamins, supplements, and a cafe menu of smoothies, acai bowls, wraps, and soups for special diets.

Cracker's Bar, Grill and Tiki

Cracker's Bar, Grill and Tiki

Crystal River · restaurant

Familiar seafood choices served in a casual setting with a spacious waterfront bar & deck.

Highland Street Cafe

Highland Street Cafe

Mount Dora · cafe

A Mount Dora local favorite for breakfast and lunch. Nothing fancy, just really good food.

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.

Whispering Oaks Winery

Whispering Oaks Winery

Wildwood · winery

Local winery near The Villages featuring live music events and wine tastings.

Doragiry's Sweet Cakes

Doragiry's Sweet Cakes

The Villages · bakery
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.

Oasis Saloon

Oasis Saloon

Mount Dora · bar

Live music venue in Sorrento. "Where yo mama told you not to go."

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.

Sipping Grounds

Sipping Grounds

Ocala · coffee shop

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

Southern Axe House

Southern Axe House

Spring Hill · nightlife

Southern Axe House offers a unique and thrilling experience with axe throwing, escape rooms, and a welcoming atmosphere filled with Southern hospitality.

Back 40 Wine Co

Back 40 Wine Co

Clermont · bar
18 South Restaurant and Saloon

18 South Restaurant and Saloon

Ocala · restaurant
Tea House 650

Tea House 650

Crystal River · coffee shop

Cozy tea room in Heritage Village offering 70+ loose-leaf teas including organic and fair trade varieties, alongside paninis, fresh-baked scones, and a curated gift selection.

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