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Food & drink in Central Florida.

Every place to eat & drink in Central Florida — 391 and counting. Filter by cuisine, jump A–Z, or just browse.

Food & drink in Central Florida

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Great Chicago Fire Brewery & Tap Room

Great Chicago Fire Brewery & Tap Room

Leesburg · restaurant

Chicago and firefighter-themed craft brewery in historic downtown Leesburg brewing 10 beers on premise, serving authentic Chicago-style eats including Italian beef, hot dogs, and thin crust pizza, with a live music beer garden.

El Rinconcito Mexican Grill & Cantina

El Rinconcito Mexican Grill & Cantina

Ocala · restaurant
Stavros and Sons Fruitland Park

Stavros and Sons Fruitland Park

Leesburg · restaurant

Informal Italian eatery serving pizza, pasta, calzones & sandwiches, plus beer & wine.

Gator Cove

Gator Cove

Homosassa · restaurant

Waterfront bar and grill on the canal in Homosassa serving American fare including burgers, steaks, fish and chips, and gator tail, with outdoor seating and live entertainment.

The Friar's Table

The Friar's Table

The Villages · gastropub

Gastropub-style dining at Brownwood Paddock Square with elevated comfort food, craft cocktails, and a warm tavern atmosphere.

Brooklyn Deli Too

Brooklyn Deli Too

Inverness · coffee shop

New York-style deli serving authentic deli sandwiches, subs, and classic fare.

Mac’d Out

Mac’d Out

Clermont · restaurant
The Yardery

The Yardery

Mount Dora · restaurant

Open-air restaurant and bar on Baker Street featuring Mount Dora's only rooftop bar, backyard classics with a twist, lawn games, and live music weekends in a family and dog-friendly setting.

Sauced Hogs BBQ Bar & Grill

Sauced Hogs BBQ Bar & Grill

Crystal River · restaurant

Barbecue restaurant and bar in Hernando near Crystal River serving smoked meats and classic BBQ sides. Features weekly karaoke on Thursdays, live music on weekends, and trivia nights in a casual, family-friendly setting.

Michael Anthony's Pizza

Michael Anthony's Pizza

Homosassa · restaurant

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Caffe Connection

Caffe Connection

Spring Hill · coffee shop

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

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.

Prima Italian Steakhouse

Prima Italian Steakhouse

The Villages · restaurant

A modern Italian Steakhouse, featuring hand-cut steaks, Italian classics, & fresh seafood.

Florida Cracker Tap Room and Bourbon Bar

Florida Cracker Tap Room and Bourbon Bar

Brooksville · restaurant

Small, easygoing taproom with a broad selection of Florida-brewed craft beers, plus an outdoor area.

Taste Of Lebanon

Taste Of Lebanon

Eustis · restaurant
Los Magueyes Inverness

Los Magueyes Inverness

Inverness · restaurant

Regional Mexican restaurant chain location on Highway 41 near Inverness, serving fresh-made dishes including carne asada tacos, birria tacos, fajitas, enchiladas, and molcajete.

Wallace's at the Greenhouse

Wallace's at the Greenhouse

Crystal River · new american

A chef-owned scratch kitchen in Homosassa where the love of fresh, local ingredients shows in every dish. The setting inside a converted greenhouse is unique, and the menu changes with what's available. Worth planning around their limited schedule.

Tiki West Raw Bar and Grill

Tiki West Raw Bar and Grill

Tavares · seafood

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.

The Crooked Fork

The Crooked Fork

Eustis · restaurant
Pinsa Fire

Pinsa Fire

Clermont · restaurant
WAVE - Asian Bistro & Sushi

WAVE - Asian Bistro & Sushi

Mount Dora · restaurant

Fusion fare such as sushi burritos & donuts, create-your-own bento boxes & poke bowls plus beer.

Barrels and Boards, LLC

Barrels and Boards, LLC

Clermont · restaurant

Charcuterie and craft dining experience

Bella Vita Italian Steakhouse

Bella Vita Italian Steakhouse

The Villages · italian

Rustic Italian charm meets modern piano bar atmosphere. Hand-cut steaks, housemade pastas, and craft cocktails make this the go-to date night spot at Spanish Springs.

Flippers Pizza - Lady Lake

Flippers Pizza - Lady Lake

The Villages · restaurant

Casual pizza chain serving brick-oven pies & other Italian eats, plus beer & wine.

Ironworks Steaks and Fine Cocktails

Ironworks Steaks and Fine Cocktails

Tavares · steakhouse

Downtown Tavares finally got the upscale steakhouse it deserved. Ironworks brings aged steaks and craft cocktails to Ruby Street with a vibe that's polished but not stuffy. Limited hours mean you plan your visit -- and that's part of the appeal.

Oakwood Express Smokehouse

Oakwood Express Smokehouse

Wildwood · restaurant

Local BBQ chain serving ribs, steakburgers, seafood & Southern sides in a relaxed atmosphere.

BTW - Burgers Tacos Waffles

BTW - Burgers Tacos Waffles

Tavares · american

From the folks behind Bru Tap House comes this food-truck-concept-turned-brick-and-mortar. The name tells you exactly what to expect -- burgers, tacos, and waffles -- and they do all three well. The waffle fries are dangerously good.

The Biscuit Barn

The Biscuit Barn

Crystal River · restaurant

Highly rated Crystal River breakfast and lunch spot known for huge Southern-style biscuits with iron-skillet sausage gravy, steak and eggs, and classic lunch fare like reubens and burgers.

Bayside Kraft Kitchen

Bayside Kraft Kitchen

Crystal River · restaurant

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.

Sushi Feast AYCE

Sushi Feast AYCE

Ocala · restaurant
O'Shucks Oyster Bar and Grill

O'Shucks Oyster Bar and Grill

Wildwood · restaurant

Seafood and American restaurant known for oysters on the half shell and fish and chips.

The Grille & Tiki Bar at Citrus Hills

The Grille & Tiki Bar at Citrus Hills

Inverness · restaurant

Restaurant and tiki bar at Citrus Hills Golf & Country Club.

Eaton's Beach Sandbar & Grill

Eaton's Beach Sandbar & Grill

Weirsdale · restaurant

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.

Claire's Creperie

Claire's Creperie

Mount Dora · restaurant

Small crepe shop in the Mount Dora Marketplace serving sweet, savory, and breakfast crepes made from scratch, with gluten-free and keto options available.

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.

Bamboo Bistro

Bamboo Bistro

The Villages · restaurant

Comfortable Pan-Asian joint with roomy booth seating supplying fusion fare, like sushi & pho.

Coney Island Drive Inn Eustis

Coney Island Drive Inn Eustis

Eustis · restaurant
Lakis Restaurant

Lakis Restaurant

Ocala · restaurant

Popular Greek & Italian dishes served in a casual space with murals of quaint Aegean scenes.

Big Man's Cafe

Big Man's Cafe

Ocala · restaurant
Lake Harris Hideaway

Lake Harris Hideaway

Tavares · restaurant

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

AK Pho & Boba Tea

AK Pho & Boba Tea

Ocala · restaurant
Cody's Original Roadhouse - Sumter

Cody's Original Roadhouse - Sumter

The Villages · restaurant

Casual steakhouse chain known for hand-cut steaks, baby back ribs, and free peanuts at every table. The vibe is laid-back and family-friendly with generous portions and a full bar.

COSA NOSTRA ITALIAN DELI

COSA NOSTRA ITALIAN DELI

Clermont · restaurant

Italian deli in downtown Clermont

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.

ZENSHI Handcrafted Sushi

ZENSHI Handcrafted Sushi

Clermont · restaurant
Bayside Seafood Grille

Bayside Seafood Grille

Crystal River · restaurant

Seafood restaurant in downtown Crystal River featuring fresh local catches and a cozy dining atmosphere.

The Inside Out Grill

The Inside Out Grill

Panasoffkee · restaurant

Local grill in Lake Panasoffkee.

Southern Hills Plantation Club

Southern Hills Plantation Club

Brooksville · restaurant

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.

Atmospheric interior

A note from the editor

Most Tuesdays here, the room finds you.

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.

Photo · stock · atmospheric · not a specific venue.

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