Food & drink in Central Florida.
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Food & drink in Central Florida
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Mr. Wang's Chinese Restaurant
Old-timey fixture dishing up plentiful plates of traditional Chinese food in a casual atmosphere.
El Toreo
Wolfgang Puck Kitchen + Bar
Wolfgang Puck Kitchen + Bar offers a unique twist on an American bar and grill with global-inspired cuisine in a lively atmosphere adjacent to Brownwood Paddock Square.
Backwater Fins
Waterfront restaurant at the end of Ozello Trail serving fresh seafood and cold drinks with stunning Gulf views.
Ivy on the Square
Southern-inspired cuisine is the specialty of this elegant restaurant in a circa-1890 building.
Garvino's
Wine bar, cigar lounge, and gift shop at Lake Sumter Landing featuring 24 wines by the glass, a walk-in humidor with 350+ cigar varieties, and live entertainment Wednesday through Saturday.
The Station
Zuru Ramen & Boba
O'Shucks Oyster Bar and Grill
Seafood and American restaurant known for oysters on the half shell and fish and chips.
Christmas Cafe
Coffee house in Inverness serving coffee, acai bowls, crepes, soups, energy drinks, and soft-serve ice cream in a cozy atmosphere.
Pinsa Fire
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.
Luigi's Italian Restaurant
Casual Italian eatery serving a traditional menu in an airy simple space with booths & tables.
AK Pho & Boba Tea
Fujiyama Japanese Steak House
Family-owned Japanese steakhouse in Bushnell offering hibachi dinners, sushi rolls, and traditional entrees, with reservations, takeout, and delivery available.
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.
Calabria Ristorante & NY Style Pizza
Italian restaurant with New York-style pizza
The Dunnellon Grill
Local grill and casual dining spot in Dunnellon serving American favorites.
Suncreek Cafe
Twisted Biscuit Diner
Popular Tavares diner serving traditional Southern comfort food with a twist, built around flavored, made-from-scratch biscuits, open daily from 6:30 AM to 2:30 PM for breakfast and lunch.
Grateful Bowl
Acai bowls and healthy food cafe
Florida Cracker Tap Room and Bourbon Bar
Small, easygoing taproom with a broad selection of Florida-brewed craft beers, plus an outdoor area.
The Florida Porch Cafe
Charming tea-room-style cafe on Main Street in Leesburg serving quiche, salads, sandwiches, and wraps made from quality ingredients, with a quaint antique gift shop in the back.
The Biscuit Barn
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.
Elevation 89
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.
San Jose's Original Mexican Restaurant
Original Mexican restaurant
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.
Reveille Cafe The Villages
Comfortable daytime diner serving coffee & brunch favorites, including pancakes & omelets.
18 South Restaurant and Saloon
Brothers Pizza
Family-friendly pizza restaurant with hand-tossed pies, pasta, and Italian favorites.
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.
Historic Downtown Clermont
This charming downtown area features historic houses & buildings, retail shops & restaurants.
Awwal Curry House Restaurant
La Palma Mexican Grill
Casual, informal spot serving Mexican standards from tacos to burritos plus beers & tequila drinks.
Ramshackle Cafe
Burgers, fish 'n' chips & other American comfort food in a cozy, kitsch-filled setting with a patio.
El Rinconcito Mexican Grill & Cantina
The Bavarian Haus
Casual eatery with a homey vibe & outdoor patio seating serving traditional German food & beer.
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.
Red Crab Juicy Seafood
Cracker's Bar, Grill and Tiki
Familiar seafood choices served in a casual setting with a spacious waterfront bar & deck.
Latin Flavors Bar & Grill
Cody's Original Roadhouse - Brownwood
Informal local chain serving hand-cut steaks, seafood & Southern BBQ in a roadhouse-themed setting.
The Freezer Tiki Bar
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.
Hen House Cafe
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.
Michael's Ali Coal Fired Pizza Clermont
The Yardery
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.
The Pub
Frenchy's
Wood-fired pizza spot inside The Market at Sawgrass Grove serving authentic sourdough crust pizzas cooked in a specialty oven for grab-and-go dining.

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