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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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Pico Bistro

Clermont · restaurant
Puddle Jumpers Lakeside Grill & Bar

Puddle Jumpers Lakeside Grill & Bar

Tavares · american

Lakeside dining with front-row views of Lake Dora and the seaplane base -- which means you might watch a plane land while you eat your burger. The seafood is fresh, the drinks are strong, and the outdoor patio is where you want to be at sunset.

Yum Yum Wings and Things

Yum Yum Wings and Things

Eustis · restaurant
Four Smokes BBQ

Four Smokes BBQ

Ocala · restaurant
Taco Norteno

Taco Norteno

Clermont · 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.

Takis Greek-Italian Restaurant

Takis Greek-Italian Restaurant

The Villages · restaurant
Las Palmas Cuban Restaurant

Las Palmas Cuban Restaurant

Mount Dora · restaurant

Traditional Cuban fare whipped up in easygoing, compact quarters with a full bar & outdoor seats.

Stirrups Restaurant

Stirrups Restaurant

Ocala · restaurant
City Fire American Oven & Bar

City Fire American Oven & Bar

The Villages · restaurant

Upscale-casual eatery offering American fare from sandwiches to steaks, plus a full bar.

Buffet City

Buffet City

Brooksville · restaurant

Asian buffet including sushi, hibachi & some American items, plus colorful lighting & modest decor.

Mallie Kylas Cafe

Mallie Kylas Cafe

Brooksville · coffee shop

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.

Latin Flavors Bar & Grill

Latin Flavors Bar & Grill

The Villages · restaurant
Big Man's Cafe

Big Man's Cafe

Ocala · restaurant
El patrón Grill & Bar

El patrón Grill & Bar

Ocala · restaurant
Lakis Restaurant

Lakis Restaurant

Ocala · restaurant

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

VKI Japanese Steakhouse

VKI Japanese Steakhouse

The Villages · restaurant

Tableside hibachi, sushi & Japanese kitchen entrees served in a sophisticated, warm-colored space.

Ski Beach Bar and Grill

Ski Beach Bar and Grill

Leesburg · restaurant

Waterfront restaurant on Lake Harris in Leesburg offering American favorites and fresh seafood with stunning lake views, plus a Sunday brunch buffet.

Citrus Grove Cafe

Citrus Grove Cafe

Eustis · restaurant
Botanico Tacos & Tequila

Botanico Tacos & Tequila

Mount Dora · restaurant

Modern Mexican restaurant with roots in the vibrant flavors of Vera Cruz, offering creative tapas, tequila pairings, and an outdoor dining area with swings for kids and adults.

No 1 Chinese Food

No 1 Chinese Food

The Villages · restaurant
Taco Maniaa

Taco Maniaa

Clermont · restaurant
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.

Awwal Curry House Restaurant

Awwal Curry House Restaurant

Eustis · restaurant
Portillo's Clermont

Portillo's Clermont

Clermont · restaurant

Chicago-born chain for hot dogs, Italian beef sandwiches & more, plus beer & wine, in retro digs.

Prime + Ember

Prime + Ember

The Villages · restaurant

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.

Gator's Dockside Brownwood

Gator's Dockside Brownwood

The Villages · restaurant

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

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.

The Oak House at Water Oak Golf Course

The Oak House at Water Oak Golf Course

The Villages · restaurant
Luigi's Italian Restaurant

Luigi's Italian Restaurant

Eustis · restaurant

Casual Italian eatery serving a traditional menu in an airy simple space with booths & tables.

Keke's Breakfast Cafe

Keke's Breakfast Cafe

The Villages · coffee shop

Popular breakfast and brunch chain serving oversized pancakes, Belgian waffles, omelets, and fresh-squeezed juices. The wait on weekends is real, but the food makes it worth it.

Mark's Prime Steakhouse & Seafood

Mark's Prime Steakhouse & Seafood

Ocala · restaurant

Upscale steakhouse in downtown Ocala offering prime steaks and seafood with an extensive wine list. Private dining available.

Eden Abbey Brewing Community

Eden Abbey Brewing Community

Mount Dora · restaurant

Family-owned Mount Dora brewpub with 14 taps of Belgian-inspired house-brewed beers, scratch-made empanadas, Wagyu burgers, and a backyard where kids can run free. Sunday brunch comes with live music — the whole package.

The Brave Burger

The Brave Burger

Clermont · restaurant
TooJay’s Deli • Bakery • Restaurant

TooJay’s Deli • Bakery • Restaurant

The Villages · restaurant

Casual eatery serving up sandwiches, burgers & hearty comfort dishes, plus baked goods & desserts.

Gruff's Tap & Grille

Gruff's Tap & Grille

Dunnellon · restaurant

Local pub and grille in Dunnellon with craft beers on tap, burgers, wings, and a relaxed vibe. A solid neighborhood hangout for a casual meal and a cold one.

Zuru Ramen & Boba

Zuru Ramen & Boba

Ocala · restaurant
Daniel's Cheesesteak Express

Daniel's Cheesesteak Express

Clermont · restaurant

Philly cheesesteak restaurant in downtown Clermont

Oakwood Smokehouse & Grill

Oakwood Smokehouse & Grill

Clermont · restaurant

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

Cane Garden Country Club

Cane Garden Country Club

The Villages · restaurant

Casual option with golf-course views providing seafood & other light fare along with American mains.

Say Taco Tequila Bar & Grill

Say Taco Tequila Bar & Grill

Ocala · restaurant

Homestyle eatery with a terrace whipping up hearty nachos & tacos alongside margaritas & beer.

Tabla Indian Restaurant Clermont

Clermont · restaurant
La Perla Tapatía Mexican Restaurant

La Perla Tapatía Mexican Restaurant

Eustis · restaurant
COSA NOSTRA ITALIAN DELI

COSA NOSTRA ITALIAN DELI

Clermont · restaurant

Italian deli in downtown Clermont

Beirut Bites

Beirut Bites

Mount Dora · lebanese

Quick-service Lebanese and Mediterranean eatery on 4th Avenue in Mount Dora. Hummus, falafel, shawarma, and kebabs — fresh, flavorful, and a welcome change of pace from the usual downtown options.

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.

Ice Cream Shed

Ice Cream Shed

Ocala · restaurant
Mac’d Out

Mac’d Out

Clermont · restaurant
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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