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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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Gator's Dockside Brownwood

Gator's Dockside Brownwood

The Villages · restaurant

Family-friendly sports-bar chain offering American fare, including signature grilled chicken wings.

Magnolia Breeze Restaurant

Magnolia Breeze Restaurant

Eustis · restaurant
Lakis Restaurant

Lakis Restaurant

Ocala · restaurant

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

Guavate Puerto Rican Eatery & Bistro

Guavate Puerto Rican Eatery & Bistro

Clermont · restaurant
Salt Shack on the Lake

Salt Shack on the Lake

Clermont · restaurant

Waterfront restaurant on Lake Minneola offering island vibes, wild-caught seafood, and a sandy beach area perfect for families, with live music Thursday through Sunday.

Historic Downtown Clermont

Historic Downtown Clermont

Clermont · restaurant

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

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.

Fujiyama Japanese Steak House

Fujiyama Japanese Steak House

Bushnell · restaurant

Family-owned Japanese steakhouse in Bushnell offering hibachi dinners, sushi rolls, and traditional entrees, with reservations, takeout, and delivery available.

St. Johns Tavern

St. Johns Tavern

Crystal River · restaurant

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

Stavro's and Sons Pizza

Stavro's and Sons Pizza

Eustis · restaurant

Simple standby for classic Italian, Greek & Mediterranean cooking served in warm, homey environs.

Island Fin Poke

Island Fin Poke

The Villages · restaurant

Hawaiian-style poke restaurant at Brownwood serving fresh, sustainably sourced sushi and cooked proteins in customizable bowls with over 25 toppings, plus beer, wine, and Dole Whip.

Latin Flavors Bar & Grill

Latin Flavors Bar & Grill

The Villages · restaurant
The Goblin Market

The Goblin Market

Mount Dora · new american

A local institution since 1996, The Goblin Market features intimate, book-lined dining rooms and a gorgeous courtyard patio. Creative seasonal New American cuisine in one of the prettiest settings in Central Florida.

KPOT Korean BBQ & Hot Pot

KPOT Korean BBQ & Hot Pot

Ocala · restaurant

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.

Harry's Seafood,Bar & Grille

Harry's Seafood,Bar & Grille

Ocala · restaurant

Cajun and Creole-inspired seafood in the heart of downtown Ocala, housed in the historic 1885 Marion Block building. The fried green tomatoes and crab cakes are standouts, and the courtyard patio feels like a little slice of the French Quarter.

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.

Lake Harris Hideaway

Lake Harris Hideaway

Tavares · restaurant

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

Dan's Clam Stand

Dan's Clam Stand

Crystal River · restaurant

Heaping baskets of fried seafood are found at this easygoing clam shack with picnic tables.

Lake Eustis Waterfront Grille

Lake Eustis Waterfront Grille

Eustis · restaurant
Amore Italian Ristorante

Amore Italian Ristorante

Clermont · restaurant
Darrel's Dinner # 23

Darrel's Dinner # 23

The Villages · restaurant
Koto hibachi express - Sushi - Bubble Tea

Koto hibachi express - Sushi - Bubble Tea

Ocala · restaurant
Grannie's Country Cookin’ Restaurant

Grannie's Country Cookin’ Restaurant

Crystal River · restaurant

Long-standing American eatery supplying family-style breakfast & lunch standards in old-school digs.

Drew's American Grill

Drew's American Grill

Brooksville · restaurant

Drew's American Grill offers a variety of delicious American cuisine and daily specials for guests.

Kurosumi Kitchen

Kurosumi Kitchen

Clermont · restaurant

Japanese kitchen restaurant

The Equestrian Manor

The Equestrian Manor

Ocala · fine dining

The newest dining venue at World Equestrian Center in Ocala, offering upscale buffet-style brunch and special event dining in an elegant equestrian setting.

AK Pho & Boba Tea

AK Pho & Boba Tea

Ocala · restaurant
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.

China Lee Buffet

China Lee Buffet

Ocala · restaurant

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.

Don Pepe Mexican Restaurant

Don Pepe Mexican Restaurant

Dunnellon · 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.

Keke's Breakfast Cafe

Keke's Breakfast Cafe

Ocala · restaurant

Local chain serving American breakfasts & comfort-food lunches in a modern diner with booth seating.

Luna Azul Authentic Mexican Restaurant

Luna Azul Authentic Mexican Restaurant

Leesburg · restaurant

Family-owned authentic Mexican restaurant in Leesburg serving traditional dishes including tacos, burritos, and enchiladas made with fresh ingredients, plus a full bar with specialty margaritas and tequilas.

Pisces Rising

Pisces Rising

Mount Dora · seafood

Fresh seafood with a view of Lake Dora. Creative preparations and a lakefront setting that's hard to beat in this part of Florida.

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.

American With A Latin Twist

American With A Latin Twist

Bushnell · coffee shop

Cafe in Bushnell blending American and Latin flavors, serving coffee, breakfast items, and lunch in a casual setting.

Hen House Cafe

Hen House Cafe

Inverness · restaurant

Family-friendly breakfast and lunch cafe in downtown Inverness open seven days a week, known for locally sourced vegetables, house-baked bread, and fresh daily soups.

Brooklyn Deli Too

Brooklyn Deli Too

Inverness · coffee shop

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

The Dunnellon Grill

The Dunnellon Grill

Dunnellon · restaurant

Local grill and casual dining spot in Dunnellon serving American favorites.

Pepe's Cantina Clermont

Pepe's Cantina Clermont

Clermont · restaurant
Peck's Old Port Cove

Peck's Old Port Cove

Crystal River · seafood

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.

La Hacienda Restaurant at Mission Inn

La Hacienda Restaurant at Mission Inn

Howey · fine dining

Upscale dining room serving steaks, seafood, and Spanish-influenced cuisine in an elegant hacienda setting with lake views.

Tequila Cantina Mexican Kitchen

Tequila Cantina Mexican Kitchen

The Villages · restaurant
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.

Willie Jewell's Old School Bar-B-Q

Willie Jewell's Old School Bar-B-Q

The Villages · restaurant
Waterfront Social

Waterfront Social

Crystal River · restaurant

Indoor/outdoor gathering spot on Kings Bay in Crystal River serving southern coastal dishes from scratch, with a tiki bar offering 180-degree bay views and sunset cocktails.

Takis Greek-Italian Restaurant

Takis Greek-Italian Restaurant

The Villages · restaurant
The Crazy Cucumber 352 Eatery and Bar

The Crazy Cucumber 352 Eatery and Bar

Ocala · restaurant

Colorful, modern tavern offering inventive American grub, a full bar & outdoor seating.

Bubba's Crab & Seafood

Bubba's Crab & Seafood

Leesburg · restaurant

Casual seafood restaurant in Leesburg serving crab legs, shrimp, fish and chips, and other ocean favorites. A straightforward spot for a seafood fix without the fuss.

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.

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