Food & drink in Central Florida.
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Food & drink in Central Florida
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El patrón Grill & Bar
TooJay’s Deli • Bakery • Restaurant
Casual eatery serving up sandwiches, burgers & hearty comfort dishes, plus baked goods & desserts.
Huarike Peruvian Cuisine
Fat Boys BBQ
BBQ restaurant and bar in Ocala, FL, serving wood-smoked ribs, brisket, and chicken with online ordering available.
Ocala Downtown Diner
Burgers, steaks & shakes served in a relaxed eatery that has classic diner decor.
Old Mill Tavern
Rustic, lodge-style place with string lights & sports decor, offering beer, American grub & karaoke.
Pico Bistro
Copacabana Cuban Cafe
Authentic Cuban restaurant tucked in a downtown Mount Dora alley serving ropa vieja, Cuban sandwiches, and what the Orlando Sentinel voted the best mojito in Central Florida. Live music and generous portions.
Finca Pinar
Restaurant and catering business in Dunnellon offering fresh, farm-inspired cuisine.
Mark's Prime Steakhouse & Seafood
Upscale steakhouse in downtown Ocala offering prime steaks and seafood with an extensive wine list. Private dining available.
No 1 Chinese Food
Super Tacos Truck
Mexican food truck serving tacos and more
Caffe Connection
At Caffe Connections, we make the connection with our customers through food and fresh coffees.
M&M Old Hickory Smokehouse BBQ
A hole-in-the-wall in the best possible way. Smoked low and slow with old hickory wood, the brisket and ribs here are legit competition-quality barbecue. Limited hours mean you need to plan around their schedule, but that's what good BBQ demands.
Four Smokes BBQ
El Azteca Mexican Cocina
If you haven't found El Azteca Mexican Cocina yet, you're missing out on one of Bushnell's best-kept secrets — though with a 4.7-star Google rating and a loyal following, the secret is getting out fast. Tucked into Bushnell Plaza off SR 48, this family-run spot serves authentic Mexican cuisine that goes well beyond the typical Tex-Mex playbook. The enchiladas are rich and saucy, the fajitas come out sizzling, and the tamales taste like someone's abuela made them that morning. Don't skip the sangria — regulars call it spectacular, and they're not exaggerating. What sets El Azteca apart isn't just the food, though. It's the warmth. Reviewers consistently rave about the staff — attentive, genuine, the kind of service that makes you feel like family from the first visit. The dining room is clean and inviting, the kind of place you'd bring your parents or take the kids on a Tuesday night just as easily as a Friday date night. Portions are generous, prices are fair, and the fresh, thin tortillas alone are worth the trip. Whether you're stopping in for a quick lunch combo, ordering takeout through Toast or DoorDash, or settling in for a full dinner with margaritas, El Azteca delivers every time. It's the kind of neighborhood restaurant that makes you glad you live here — and if you're visiting the area, it's reason enough to get off the interstate.
Keke's Breakfast Cafe
Local chain serving American breakfasts & comfort-food lunches in a modern diner with booth seating.
Calypso
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.
MrBeast Burger
Graffiti Seafood & More
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.
KPOT Korean BBQ & Hot Pot
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.
Central Cafe & Bakery
Charming cafe and bakery serving fresh-baked goods, breakfast, and lunch in Inverness.
Nature Coast Bar and Grill
Casual bar and grill on Yulee Drive in Homosassa serving American pub fare and drinks.
BubbaQue's BBQ - Crystal River
Fast-casual BBQ joint serving smoked brisket, pulled pork, ribs, and all the classic sides. The meat is smoked low and slow, and the sweet tea flows freely.
Michael Anthony's Pizza
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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.
Kurosumi Kitchen
Japanese kitchen restaurant
Copp Brewery & Winery
Crystal River brewery, winery, and full-service restaurant producing handcrafted beer and wine on-site since 2006, featuring a wood-fire oven and The Prohibition Grill.
Santiagos Restaurant
Restaurant at Cagan Crossing
Sol De Mexico
Family-run Mexican cantina decked out with South American furniture & artworks, open since 2009.
Ski Beach Bar and Grill
Waterfront restaurant on Lake Harris in Leesburg offering American favorites and fresh seafood with stunning lake views, plus a Sunday brunch buffet.
Zuru Ramen & Boba
Guru Indian Restaurant
Repeatedly voted Best Indian Restaurant in Central Florida by the South Lake Chamber of Commerce. Family-owned, award-winning, and the kind of place where the flavors are authentic enough to make you forget you're on Highway 27.
Florida Cracker Cook Shack - BBQ Joint
Southern soul food restaurant in downtown Brooksville smoking BBQ and hot chicken, with signature items including brisket, chipped pork, gator sausage, and Brooksvagas Hot Chicken.
Latinos Y Mas
Outstanding Latin cuisine in Ocala. A local favorite for authentic flavors and generous portions.
Cajun Jimmy's Seafood Seller & Cafe
Cajun-style seafood restaurant and fish market in Crystal River. Buy fresh seafood to take home or sit down for boiled crawfish, fried shrimp, and po'boys with a Louisiana kick.
Red Crab - Juicy Seafood (Eustis)
Red Crab Juicy Seafood Restaurant in Eustis, FL, offers mouthwatering seafood served fresh and bursting with flavor, featuring Cajun-inspired dishes and customizable seafood boils.
Midtown Station Food Hub
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.
Catrina Cocina Mexicana
CEDAR GRILL CLERMONT
Mediterranean grill restaurant
Peach Valley Café
Breakfast and brunch spot on US-441 serving homemade eats with fresh ingredients — from classic eggs and pancakes to sandwiches and soups. Pet-friendly patio and open until 2:30pm daily.
Taco 'N Madre
This petite Mexican eatery whips up tacos, burritos & other traditional fare in a casual setting.
San Jose's Original Mexican Restaurant
Original Mexican restaurant
La Palma Mexican Grill
Casual, informal spot serving Mexican standards from tacos to burritos plus beers & tequila drinks.
The Meltdown
Bravo Pizza!!
Pizza parlor serving New York-style slices, calzones, pizza, Stromboli, baked ziti and other Italian eats.
Portillo's Clermont
Chicago-born chain for hot dogs, Italian beef sandwiches & more, plus beer & wine, in retro digs.

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