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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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Koto hibachi express - Sushi - Bubble Tea

Koto hibachi express - Sushi - Bubble Tea

Ocala · restaurant
Salty Dogs Steamer and Bar

Salty Dogs Steamer and Bar

Inverness · restaurant

Family-owned seafood restaurant on Courthouse Square in Inverness serving hand-cut steaks, shrimp, crab, and lobster alongside Cuban-pressed sandwiches.

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.

Calypso

Calypso

The Villages · restaurant

Caribbean-inspired restaurant at The Waterfront Inn on Lake Sumter Landing, serving island-flavored dishes and rum-infused cocktails with indoor-outdoor dining, live music, and lakeside breezes.

Bravo Pizza!!

Bravo Pizza!!

The Villages · restaurant

Pizza parlor serving New York-style slices, calzones, pizza, Stromboli, baked ziti and other Italian eats.

1890 Tea House

1890 Tea House

Ocala · restaurant

An Everyday Retreat in Downtown Ocala

Clermont Fish House

Clermont Fish House

Clermont · restaurant

Fresh seafood restaurant

Kim's Cafe II

Kim's Cafe II

Homosassa · coffee shop

Neighborhood cafe in Homosassa serving breakfast, lunch, and comfort food.

Colombian Bakery

Colombian Bakery

Ocala · 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.

Jeremiah's

Jeremiah's

Mount Dora · restaurant

Casual American fare served in a warm, relaxed setting with a bar & bustling patio.

Lakis Restaurant

Lakis Restaurant

Ocala · restaurant

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

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.

Graffiti Seafood & More

Ocala · restaurant
Swampy's Bar & Grille

Swampy's Bar & Grille

Dunnellon · cajun

Nestled right on the Rainbow River, Swampy's has been a Dunnellon favorite for over a decade. The Cajun-inspired menu pairs perfectly with the riverfront setting, and it's the kind of place where you linger longer than you planned.

Go For Donuts

Go For Donuts

Dunnellon · restaurant

Local donut shop in Dunnellon baking fresh donuts, fritters, and pastries every morning. Get there early for the best selection — they sell out for a reason.

Marguerita Grill

Marguerita Grill

Homosassa · restaurant

Mexican & American fare in a relaxed setting with sports TV, fishbowl Margaritas & patio seating.

Suncreek Cafe

Suncreek Cafe

Clermont · restaurant
Cracker's Bar, Grill and Tiki

Cracker's Bar, Grill and Tiki

Crystal River · restaurant

Familiar seafood choices served in a casual setting with a spacious waterfront bar & deck.

Waterfront Grille

Waterfront Grille

Eustis · restaurant
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.

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.

EDO Sushi

EDO Sushi

Ocala · restaurant

Modern Japanese steakhouse offering sushi, noodle dishes & entertaining hibachi chefs.

Don Ceviche Peru Mexico restaurant

Don Ceviche Peru Mexico restaurant

Clermont · restaurant
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 Flying Biscuit Cafe

The Flying Biscuit Cafe

The Villages · breakfast

Southern-inspired breakfast and brunch cafe famous for fluffy biscuits with cranberry apple butter. Popular dishes include the Flying Biscuit Breakfast and the Hangover Hash.

Taco Norteno

Taco Norteno

Clermont · 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.

Breakfast Station

Breakfast Station

Leesburg · restaurant

No-frills breakfast spot in Leesburg serving classic morning staples — eggs, pancakes, bacon, and biscuits and gravy. The kind of place where the coffee is always flowing and the portions are honest.

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.

Darrell’s Diner

Darrell’s Diner

Bushnell · restaurant

Family diner in Bushnell open seven days a week for breakfast and lunch, serving all-day breakfast, comfort food specials, and homemade desserts in a friendly atmosphere.

The Meltdown

The Meltdown

The Villages · 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.

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.

Tony's Sushi

Tony's Sushi

Ocala · restaurant

Popular mainstay featuring classic sushi rolls, Japanese dishes & hibachi meals in a casual setting.

Cantina Tex Mex Tequila Bar

Cantina Tex Mex Tequila Bar

Ocala · restaurant
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.

Bluefin Grill & Bar

Bluefin Grill & Bar

The Villages · restaurant

Steak, seafood & cocktails offered in a modern, nautical-themed dining room with sea-blue decor.

BAMBUU Asian Eatery Clermont

BAMBUU Asian Eatery Clermont

Clermont · restaurant
Amore Italian Ristorante

Amore Italian Ristorante

Clermont · restaurant
Cedar River Seafood Crystal River

Cedar River Seafood Crystal River

Crystal River · restaurant

Local seafood chain serving fried fish platters, shrimp baskets, and hushpuppies in a casual, no-frills setting. Solid portions at fair prices — a dependable seafood spot.

Todd and Shelly's Farm Fresh Restaurant

Todd and Shelly's Farm Fresh Restaurant

Ocala · restaurant
Horse & Hounds Restaurant

Horse & Hounds Restaurant

Ocala · american

A dog-friendly American and British pub fare restaurant with over 15 outdoor tables. Known for generous portions of fish and chips, burgers, and steaks in a welcoming atmosphere.

Chop House at Lake Sumter

Chop House at Lake Sumter

The Villages · restaurant

Elegant place with a terrace serving steaks, meat dishes & cocktails, plus weekend brunch.

Sakura Restaurant

Sakura Restaurant

The Villages · restaurant
Grace Cafe

Grace Cafe

Bushnell · coffee shop

Cozy cafe in Bushnell serving coffee, pastries, and light breakfast and lunch options. A welcoming community spot with a friendly, small-town feel.

VKI Japanese Steakhouse

VKI Japanese Steakhouse

The Villages · restaurant

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

Vincent's Italian Restaurant

Vincent's Italian Restaurant

Mount Dora · restaurant

Simple Italian eatery serving a classic menu including garlic rolls & a range of pasta dishes.

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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