Food & drink in Central Florida.
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Food & drink in Central Florida
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Roma Pizza
Italian chain serving classic & creative pizzas, plus subs, wings & pasta, in a casual space.
The Crab Plant
The freshest seafood straight off the boats in Crystal River. As close to the source as you can get.
Metro Diner
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.
Mallie Kylas Cafe
Charming cafe in a historic Brooksville home serving comfort food lunches, fresh salads, and renowned homemade desserts for over 25 years, connected to a gift shop and florist.
Eaton's Beach Sandbar & Grill
Waterfront dining on Lake Weir featuring Chef Dave Del Rio's Florisiana cuisine — a fusion of Southern, Cajun, and Creole flavors. The views are stunning, the seafood is fresh, and the vibe has been drawing folks out here since 1924.
Riviera Maya Mexican 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.
KPOT Korean BBQ & Hot Pot
All-you-can-eat interactive dining where you cook your own Korean BBQ and hot pot right at the table. A fun, social experience with endless proteins, veggies, and broths — great for groups and adventurous eaters.
Gator's Dockside Spring Hill
Family-friendly sports-bar chain offering American fare, including signature grilled chicken wings.
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.
WingHouse Bar & Grill
Sports bar known for chicken wings, games on TV & scantily clad servers, plus event nights.
The Lazy Maid Crêperie
Highly rated French creperie in downtown Brooksville serving both sweet and savory crepes in a charming setting with indoor and outdoor seating, open for breakfast and lunch.
Luigi's Pizza of Brooksville
Pizzas, pasta dishes & other comfort eats are menu staples at this simple eatery with a casual vibe.
Howie's Family Restaurant
Home-style family restaurant in Bushnell serving Southern comfort food, fresh seafood, and all-you-can-eat fish, open for breakfast and lunch with Friday fish fry dinners.
BVL Oyster Bar (BOB's)
Located in Brooksville, Florida, the BVL Oyster Bar is an eclectic roadside relic just off Highway 98 offering no-frills grub and good times.
Red Crab Juicy Seafood
Brooksville Country Club
Brooksville Country Club is a premier golf destination in Florida, recognized for its beautiful course and exceptional amenities.
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.
Coastal Del Mar
Seafood with flair at Spanish Springs. A popular spot for dinner right on the square with live music steps away.
Kungfu Chef Asian Restaurant
San Jose's Original Mexican Restaurant
Original Mexican restaurant
Johnny Rockets
Burgers, shakes & fries arrive in a retro setting at this outpost of the international chain.
Pinsa Fire
Darrel's Dinner # 23
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.
Prime + Ember
Upscale signature steakhouse at Eastport Town Center featuring prime cuts, fresh seafood, and hand-crafted cocktails, with a rooftop bar overlooking Central Lake and live music.
Sipping Grounds
Handcrafted coffee, fresh pastries, and all-day breakfast and lunch in the midtown area of Ocala.
Green Mountain Pizza
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.
Pepe's Cantina Clermont
Graffiti Seafood & More
McCracken’s Irish Pub
Irish pub on Main Street in downtown Leesburg serving Irish-inspired dishes, cocktails, and draft beers including Guinness, with daily happy hour from 2-6 PM.
Cody's Original Roadhouse - Crystal River
Folksy chain serving American comfort food in a roadhouse-themed space decorated with Americana.
Flippers Pizza - Wildwood
Casual pizza chain serving brick-oven pies & other Italian eats, plus beer & wine.
El Mezcal Mexican restaurant
Mexican restaurant in Homosassa on Suncoast Boulevard serving traditional dishes in a family-friendly setting.
Midtown Station Food Hub
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 FLAME
The Friar Tuck
Rated the number one restaurant in Clermont on TripAdvisor, this cozy English cafe serves authentic British plates -- full English breakfasts, bangers and mash, and proper fish and chips. A genuinely unique find in Central Florida.
The Angler's Club
Private members-only fine dining restaurant at Lake Sumter Landing with a lodge atmosphere, stone fireplace, and a seasonal menu featuring seared venison and coffee-crusted bison.
Steak 'n Shake
Chain known for steakburgers & milkshakes offering a dinerlike space with retro flair.
Todd and Shelly's Farm Fresh Restaurant
The Oak House at Water Oak Golf Course
1890 Tea House
An Everyday Retreat in Downtown Ocala
Cantina Tex Mex Tequila Bar
Grannie's Country Cookin’ Restaurant
Long-standing American eatery supplying family-style breakfast & lunch standards in old-school digs.
Old Time Diner
1950s-themed diner in Leesburg serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner with live entertainment featuring the village cowboy on Tuesday evenings.
Backwater Fins
Waterfront restaurant at the end of Ozello Trail serving fresh seafood and cold drinks with stunning Gulf views.

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