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Food & drink in Central Florida.

Every place to eat & drink in Central Florida — 390 and counting. Filter by cuisine, jump A–Z, or just browse.

Food & drink in Central Florida

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Jr's Smashburgers

Jr's Smashburgers

Homosassa · restaurant

Smashburger restaurant in Homosassa serving fresh, made-to-order burgers and American fare.

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.

Lake Harris Hideaway

Lake Harris Hideaway

Tavares · restaurant

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

Waterfront Grille

Waterfront Grille

Eustis · restaurant
The Troff

The Troff

Mount Dora · restaurant

Old-school eatery specializing in oysters, seafood & other American fare, plus pitchers of beer.

Red Crab Juicy Seafood

Red Crab Juicy Seafood

Ocala · restaurant
Havana Country Club Restaurant

Havana Country Club Restaurant

The Villages · restaurant

Country club restaurant in The Villages with a relaxed atmosphere and a menu of American classics. A neighborhood favorite for lunch after a round of golf.

Brick & Iron Cafe

Brick & Iron Cafe

Ocala · coffee shop

A health-conscious cafe in downtown Ocala specializing in acai bowls, smoothies, and grab-and-go meals. If you're looking for something lighter than the usual comfort food options, this is your spot. Great coffee, too.

Franco's Italian Restaurant

Franco's Italian Restaurant

Ocala · restaurant
Ivy on the Square

Ivy on the Square

Ocala · restaurant

Southern-inspired cuisine is the specialty of this elegant restaurant in a circa-1890 building.

The Meltdown

The Meltdown

The Villages · restaurant
Taco Maniaa

Taco Maniaa

Clermont · restaurant
Design Sushi

Design Sushi

Clermont · restaurant
Darrel's Dinner # 23

Darrel's Dinner # 23

The Villages · restaurant
Big Bass Grill

Big Bass Grill

Panasoffkee · restaurant

Indulge in delicious seafood dishes and more with a tiki-style lakefront view at Big Bass Grill in Lake Panasoffkee.

Oak & Stone

Oak & Stone

The Villages · restaurant

Craft beer and artisan pizza restaurant at Eastport Town Center featuring a self-serve tap wall with 50+ rotating beers using touchless RFID technology, plus oven-baked wings and create-your-own pizzas.

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.

Hibachi Express

Hibachi Express

Clermont · restaurant
Three Six Bistro

Three Six Bistro

Ocala · new american

Chef Sean Langan brings modernist, West Coast-inflected cuisine to Ocala in this intimate fine dining bistro. Every dish is scratch-made with high-quality ingredients, and the creativity on the plate is genuinely surprising for a mid-Florida town.

Calabria Ristorante & NY Style Pizza

Calabria Ristorante & NY Style Pizza

Clermont · restaurant

Italian restaurant with New York-style pizza

Double Take Pizza

Double Take Pizza

Eustis · restaurant
Old Mill Tavern

Old Mill Tavern

Homosassa · restaurant

Rustic, lodge-style place with string lights & sports decor, offering beer, American grub & karaoke.

The Inside Out Grill

The Inside Out Grill

Panasoffkee · restaurant

Local grill in Lake Panasoffkee.

Los Magueyes Mexican Restaurant - Wildwood

Los Magueyes Mexican Restaurant - Wildwood

Wildwood · restaurant

Informal strip-mall setting for traditional Mexican comfort foods with margaritas & piña coladas.

Nature Coast Bar and Grill

Nature Coast Bar and Grill

Homosassa · restaurant

Casual bar and grill on Yulee Drive in Homosassa serving American pub fare and drinks.

Cheeser's Palace Cafe and Catering

Cheeser's Palace Cafe and Catering

Clermont · coffee shop

Specialty cheese cafe and catering in downtown Clermont

The Bavarian Haus

The Bavarian Haus

Mount Dora · restaurant

Casual eatery with a homey vibe & outdoor patio seating serving traditional German food & beer.

Elevation 89

Elevation 89

Ocala · restaurant

Unique dining experience at the Ocala Airport with gorgeous runway views and spectacular sunsets. Named for the airport's 89-foot elevation. American cuisine in a one-of-a-kind atmosphere.

Storming Crab

Storming Crab

Ocala · restaurant
Chop Block Grill

Chop Block Grill

Brooksville · restaurant

Urban casual dining restaurant in downtown Brooksville featuring prime aged steaks, fresh seafood, pasta, and a full liquor bar in an inviting atmosphere.

The Mount Dora Bistro

The Mount Dora Bistro

Mount Dora · restaurant

French-inspired neighborhood bistro in downtown Mount Dora offering classic bistro fare, curated dining experiences, afternoon tea service, and a spectacular French wine list in a warm, refined setting.

Orochi Ramen

Orochi Ramen

Clermont · restaurant

Authentic Japanese ramen restaurant

The Freezer Tiki Bar

The Freezer Tiki Bar

Crystal River · seafood

Started as a literal bait freezer attached to a seafood market, now it's one of the most beloved dive bars on the Nature Coast. Cash only, peel-and-eat shrimp, and the kind of Old Florida atmosphere you can't manufacture. Bring cash.

Thai Ruby

Thai Ruby

The Villages · thai

Authentic Thai cuisine at Lake Sumter Landing that goes well beyond the usual pad thai. The curries are properly spiced, the Tom Kha is aromatic and rich, and the location makes it easy to combine dinner with a stroll around the square.

The Station

The Station

Clermont · restaurant
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.

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.

Icy King

Icy King

Leesburg · ice cream

Smoothies, wraps, ice cream and shaved ice

CAVA

CAVA

Ocala · restaurant

Mediterranean restaurant for thoughtful food with customizable greens & grains bowls, pitas & salad.

Grateful Bowl

Grateful Bowl

Clermont · coffee shop

Acai bowls and healthy food cafe

Diner on the Square

Diner on the Square

Ocala · restaurant
Super Tacos Truck

Super Tacos Truck

Leesburg · food truck

Mexican food truck serving tacos and more

Deep South Family BBQ

Deep South Family BBQ

Brooksville · restaurant

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.

La Cuisine Academy Restaurant

La Cuisine Academy Restaurant

Ocala · restaurant

Restaurant in Ocala.

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.

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.

Johnny Rockets

Johnny Rockets

The Villages · restaurant

Burgers, shakes & fries arrive in a retro setting at this outpost of the international chain.

Napolinos

Napolinos

Wildwood · restaurant

Casual stop serving pizza, pasta & seafood, meat & chicken entrees in a relaxed space.

Atmospheric interior

A note from the editor

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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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