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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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The Brick & Barrel Public House

The Brick & Barrel Public House

Leesburg · restaurant

New American restaurant and bar on Main Street in Leesburg with a rustic-modern vibe, craft beer on tap, handmade cocktails, and live music Friday and Saturday evenings.

Fat Boys BBQ

Ocala · restaurant

BBQ restaurant and bar in Ocala, FL, serving wood-smoked ribs, brisket, and chicken with online ordering available.

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.

Wolfgang Puck Kitchen + Bar

Wolfgang Puck Kitchen + Bar

The Villages · restaurant

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.

Lugo's Grill

Lugo's Grill

Dunnellon · restaurant

Authentic Cuban restaurant in Dunnellon known for fresh plantains, Cuban sandwiches, and hearty rice and beans in a cozy, old-school atmosphere. Cash only.

Seagrass Waterfront

Seagrass Waterfront

Homosassa · restaurant

Riverfront property offering casual condos with kitchens, plus a restaurant, tiki bar & boat ramp.

The Crazy Gator

The Crazy Gator

Eustis · restaurant

Relaxed lakeside tavern with patio seating dishing up signature wings, steaks & housemade desserts.

Ocala Downtown Diner

Ocala Downtown Diner

Ocala · restaurant

Burgers, steaks & shakes served in a relaxed eatery that has classic diner decor.

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.

Countryside Diner

Countryside Diner

Eustis · restaurant
Gator's Dockside Brownwood

Gator's Dockside Brownwood

The Villages · restaurant

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

Santiagos Restaurant

Santiagos Restaurant

Clermont · restaurant

Restaurant at Cagan Crossing

Pepe's Cantina Clermont

Pepe's Cantina Clermont

Clermont · restaurant
Willy's Original at Sawgrass Grove

Willy's Original at Sawgrass Grove

The Villages · restaurant

At Willy’s Original, we take smash burgers to the next level! Our burgers are made with fresh, high-quality beef, smashed to perfection on a sizzling hot griddle for that irresistible crispy edge and juicy center. Served on a toasted bun with premium toppings and house-made sauces, every bite is packed with bold flavor. It’s no wonder we’re known for the best burgers in Florida — come taste the difference for yourself!

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.

El Toreo

El Toreo

Ocala · restaurant
The Crooked Fork

The Crooked Fork

Eustis · restaurant
El Ranchito The Villages

El Ranchito The Villages

The Villages · restaurant
Southern Palate

Southern Palate

Dunnellon · restaurant

Soul food and Southern cuisine restaurant serving hearty plates of comfort food and catering services.

Spill the Beans Co.

Spill the Beans Co.

Leesburg · coffee shop

Local cafe and coffee roaster in Leesburg offering house-roasted lattes, mochas, frappes, Lotus energy drinks, and fresh cooked-to-order food, where regulars are known by name.

Corelli’s Pantry Italian Market & Pizza

Corelli’s Pantry Italian Market & Pizza

Clermont · restaurant
Howie's Family Restaurant

Howie's Family Restaurant

Bushnell · 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.

Lake Harris Hideaway

Lake Harris Hideaway

Tavares · restaurant

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

McCracken’s Irish Pub

McCracken’s Irish Pub

Leesburg · restaurant

Irish pub on Main Street in downtown Leesburg serving Irish-inspired dishes, cocktails, and draft beers including Guinness, with daily happy hour from 2-6 PM.

Front Porch Restaurant

Front Porch Restaurant

Dunnellon · restaurant

Home-style restaurant in Dunnellon serving comfort food classics — think fried chicken, meatloaf, and biscuits. The kind of place where the food tastes like somebody's grandma made it.

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.

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.

Cody's Original Roadhouse - Crystal River

Cody's Original Roadhouse - Crystal River

Crystal River · restaurant

Folksy chain serving American comfort food in a roadhouse-themed space decorated with Americana.

Montrose Street Market

Montrose Street Market

Clermont · restaurant

Curated marketplace with culinary and retail experience in downtown Clermont

J & T Smokehouse

Leesburg · restaurant

Smokehouse restaurant in Leesburg, FL.

Sakura Restaurant

Sakura Restaurant

The Villages · restaurant
Franco's Italian Restaurant

Franco's Italian Restaurant

Ocala · restaurant
Grateful Bowl

Grateful Bowl

Clermont · coffee shop

Acai bowls and healthy food cafe

EDO Sushi

EDO Sushi

Ocala · restaurant

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

The Angler's Club

The Angler's Club

The Villages · restaurant

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.

Wanda Mofongo House

Wanda Mofongo House

Clermont · restaurant
Tipsy Tarpon

Tipsy Tarpon

Crystal River · restaurant

Casual waterfront seafood spot on the Crystal River with open-air covered seating, a tin-roof tiki bar, live music, and menu favorites like redfish tacos and steamed shrimp.

Orochi Ramen

Orochi Ramen

Clermont · restaurant

Authentic Japanese ramen 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.

The Station

The Station

Clermont · restaurant

Steak 'n Shake

Ocala · restaurant

Chain known for steakburgers & milkshakes offering a dinerlike space with retro flair.

The Forge Ocala

The Forge Ocala

Ocala · restaurant

Ocala's newest culinary destination featuring six distinct concept restaurants under one roof, including Asian fusion, Mediterranean tapas, a speakeasy, a brewery, and a dessert bar.

Prime 3

Prime 3

Leesburg · restaurant

Upscale steak and wine restaurant in downtown Leesburg

The Museum Cafe

The Museum Cafe

Homosassa · tourist attraction

Cuban cafe and printing museum on Yulee Drive near the Sugar Mill Ruins, serving hand-crafted Cuban sandwiches on authentic Ybor City bread, black beans and rice, and cafe con leche.

Tiki West Raw Bar and Grill

Tiki West Raw Bar and Grill

Tavares · seafood

A family-owned seafood spot and oyster bar that puts a Caribbean twist on Southern classics. The raw bar is the main event, but the whole menu delivers. Casual enough for a Tuesday lunch, fun enough for a Saturday night out.

Papa J's Diner

Papa J's Diner

Inverness · coffee shop

One of the longest-running breakfast and lunch diners in Inverness since 1986, serving all-day breakfast with Southern-style cooking, generous portions, and competitive prices.

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.

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.

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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