Food & drink in Central Florida.
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Food & drink in Central Florida
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Coastal Del Mar
Seafood with flair at Spanish Springs. A popular spot for dinner right on the square with live music steps away.
Cane Garden Country Club
Casual option with golf-course views providing seafood & other light fare along with American mains.
Go For Donuts
Local donut shop in Dunnellon baking fresh donuts, fritters, and pastries every morning. Get there early for the best selection — they sell out for a reason.
Don Pepe Mexican 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.
Lugo's Grill
Authentic Cuban restaurant in Dunnellon known for fresh plantains, Cuban sandwiches, and hearty rice and beans in a cozy, old-school atmosphere. Cash only.
La Jibarita de Puerto Rico
Puerto Rican cuisine restaurant
China Lee Buffet
All-you-can-eat Chinese buffet on Silver Springs Boulevard with a rotating selection of classic Chinese-American dishes, sushi, and desserts. A budget-friendly option for big appetites.
Deep South Family BBQ
Deep South Family BBQ is a family-owned restaurant in Hernando County, known for their smoked meats and homemade side recipes, providing an authentic Southern BBQ experience since 1998.
Braised Onion
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.
Peck's Old Port Cove
Old Florida at its finest — waterfront deck, outdoor bar, and a menu loaded with fresh local seafood. The crab cakes are outstanding and the setting feels like a place that time forgot.
Artman Country Smokehouse
Barbecue smokehouse in Summerfield, FL, serving Southern smoked meats.
Prime 3
Upscale steak and wine restaurant in downtown Leesburg
The Fire Japanese Steak House
Japanese steakhouse in Leesburg featuring hibachi grills with teppanyaki chefs cooking tableside, plus sushi and traditional Japanese cuisine, family-owned and operated.
El Ranchito The Villages
Ice Cream Shed
The Inside Out Grill
Local grill in Lake Panasoffkee.
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.
Steak 'n Shake
Chain known for steakburgers & milkshakes offering a dinerlike space with retro flair.
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.
Florida Cracker Shamrock's
Florida Cracker restaurant serving wings, burgers, and American fare in a casual setting in Floral City.
St. Johns Tavern
Classic pub fare is served alongside beer & cocktails in this warm, wood-&-brick locale.
Pink and Sweet Bakery and Restaurant
Portillo's Clermont
Chicago-born chain for hot dogs, Italian beef sandwiches & more, plus beer & wine, in retro digs.
Gio's Deli
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.
Latinos Y Mas
Outstanding Latin cuisine in Ocala. A local favorite for authentic flavors and generous portions.
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.
Mimi's Cafe
Casual chain restaurant serving French & American staples in a rustic-inspired setting.
Green Mountain Pizza
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.
The Lodge Ocala Pub & Eatery
Gator's Dockside Spring Hill
Family-friendly sports-bar chain offering American fare, including signature grilled chicken wings.
The Meltdown
CEDAR GRILL CLERMONT
Mediterranean grill restaurant
Pisces Rising
Fresh seafood with a view of Lake Dora. Creative preparations and a lakefront setting that's hard to beat in this part of Florida.
Mamma Rita's Pizzeria
Night Owl Caribbean Cuisine
Moschello's Pizza
Signature & straightforward NY-style pizza, plus pasta, ribs & subs in a casual strip-mall setting.
Catfish Johnny's
A local institution for fried catfish, hush puppies, and Southern-style seafood. No-frills atmosphere with big portions.
Ay Jalisco
Homey Mexican eatery offering a menu of familiar favorites, plus a full liquor bar.
Pico Bistro
Claire's Creperie
Small crepe shop in the Mount Dora Marketplace serving sweet, savory, and breakfast crepes made from scratch, with gluten-free and keto options available.
Puddle Jumpers Lakeside Grill & Bar
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.
Reveille Cafe The Villages
Comfortable daytime diner serving coffee & brunch favorites, including pancakes & omelets.
Papa J's Diner
One of the longest-running breakfast and lunch diners in Inverness since 1986, serving all-day breakfast with Southern-style cooking, generous portions, and competitive prices.
Las Margaritas Mexican Restaurant & Gallery
Mexican eatery featuring a broad menu in vibrantly colored surrounds decorated with art.
Ocala Downtown Diner
Burgers, steaks & shakes served in a relaxed eatery that has classic diner decor.
Uncorked
Drew's American Grill
Drew's American Grill offers a variety of delicious American cuisine and daily specials for guests.

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