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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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Prima Italian Steakhouse

Prima Italian Steakhouse

The Villages · restaurant

A modern Italian Steakhouse, featuring hand-cut steaks, Italian classics, & fresh seafood.

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.

Daniel's Cheesesteak Express

Daniel's Cheesesteak Express

Clermont · restaurant

Philly cheesesteak restaurant in downtown Clermont

Waterfront Grille

Waterfront Grille

Eustis · restaurant
Mamma Rita's Pizzeria

Mamma Rita's Pizzeria

Clermont · restaurant
Yellow Pony Pub & Garden

Yellow Pony Pub & Garden

Ocala · pub

An upscale pub and garden at the World Equestrian Center featuring craft cocktails, bourbon, and elevated pub fare with an outdoor terrace overlooking the equestrian grounds.

Elevation 89

Elevation 89

Ocala · restaurant

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.

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.

Moschello's Pizza

Moschello's Pizza

Homosassa · restaurant

Signature & straightforward NY-style pizza, plus pasta, ribs & subs in a casual strip-mall setting.

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.

Havana Country Club Restaurant

Havana Country Club Restaurant

The Villages · restaurant

Country club restaurant in The Villages with a relaxed atmosphere and a menu of American classics. A neighborhood favorite for lunch after a round of golf.

Coastal Del Mar

Coastal Del Mar

The Villages · seafood

Seafood with flair at Spanish Springs. A popular spot for dinner right on the square with live music steps away.

Amrit Palace

Amrit Palace

Ocala · indian

The best Indian food within 50 miles, and it's not close. The lunch buffet is a steal, the naan comes out of the tandoor perfectly blistered, and the menu is deep enough that regulars are still discovering new favorites after years of visits.

Bella Nonna Pizzeria & More

Bella Nonna Pizzeria & More

Tavares · italian

New York-style pizza and Italian favorites in Tavares with late-night hours that make it the go-to after everything else closes. The pies are legit, the garlic knots are addictive, and the casual vibe keeps the neighborhood coming back.

Piesanos Stone Fired Pizza - Southern Trace

Piesanos Stone Fired Pizza - Southern Trace

The Villages · restaurant

Local Italian chain serving stone-fired pizzas, plus pasta, entrees & subs, in a relaxed atmosphere.

Harry and The Natives

Harry and The Natives

The Villages · american

An over-water tiki hut serving American fare with a seafood slant. No reservations, first come first served -- which somehow makes snagging a table feel like a small victory. The waterfront setting alone is worth the trip.

Teamont Boba

Teamont Boba

Clermont · coffee shop

Bubble tea and boba drinks cafe

Ironworks Steaks and Fine Cocktails

Ironworks Steaks and Fine Cocktails

Tavares · steakhouse

Downtown Tavares finally got the upscale steakhouse it deserved. Ironworks brings aged steaks and craft cocktails to Ruby Street with a vibe that's polished but not stuffy. Limited hours mean you plan your visit -- and that's part of the appeal.

Nature Coast Bar and Grill

Nature Coast Bar and Grill

Homosassa · restaurant

Casual bar and grill on Yulee Drive in Homosassa serving American pub fare and drinks.

Reveille Cafe The Villages

Reveille Cafe The Villages

The Villages · restaurant

Comfortable daytime diner serving coffee & brunch favorites, including pancakes & omelets.

Gator's Dockside Brownwood

Gator's Dockside Brownwood

The Villages · restaurant

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

Gator's Dockside Spring Hill

Gator's Dockside Spring Hill

Spring Hill · restaurant

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

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.

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.

Taco 'N Madre

Taco 'N Madre

Ocala · restaurant

This petite Mexican eatery whips up tacos, burritos & other traditional fare in a casual setting.

Darrel's Dinner # 23

Darrel's Dinner # 23

The Villages · 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.

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.

Lady lake pizza & pasta

Lady lake pizza & pasta

The Villages · restaurant
Ivy on the Square

Ivy on the Square

Ocala · restaurant

Southern-inspired cuisine is the specialty of this elegant restaurant in a circa-1890 building.

Fujiyama Japanese Steak House

Fujiyama Japanese Steak House

Bushnell · restaurant

Family-owned Japanese steakhouse in Bushnell offering hibachi dinners, sushi rolls, and traditional entrees, with reservations, takeout, and delivery available.

CEDAR GRILL CLERMONT

CEDAR GRILL CLERMONT

Clermont · restaurant

Mediterranean grill restaurant

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.

La Hacienda Restaurant at Mission Inn

La Hacienda Restaurant at Mission Inn

Howey · fine dining

Upscale dining room serving steaks, seafood, and Spanish-influenced cuisine in an elegant hacienda setting with lake views.

Stavros and Sons Fruitland Park

Stavros and Sons Fruitland Park

Leesburg · restaurant

Informal Italian eatery serving pizza, pasta, calzones & sandwiches, plus beer & wine.

Redsauce

Redsauce

The Villages · italian

Classic Italian favorites in the heart of Lake Sumter Landing with award-winning wines and a lively atmosphere. The housemade pastas and red sauce recipes are the kind of comfort food that keeps this place packed year-round.

Ay Jalisco

Ay Jalisco

The Villages · restaurant

Homey Mexican eatery offering a menu of familiar favorites, plus a full liquor bar.

Tequila Cantina Mexican Kitchen

Tequila Cantina Mexican Kitchen

The Villages · restaurant
BVL Oyster Bar (BOB's)

BVL Oyster Bar (BOB's)

Brooksville · restaurant

Located in Brooksville, Florida, the BVL Oyster Bar is an eclectic roadside relic just off Highway 98 offering no-frills grub and good times.

San Jose's Original Mexican Restaurant

San Jose's Original Mexican Restaurant

Clermont · restaurant

Original Mexican restaurant

Bayside Seafood Grille

Bayside Seafood Grille

Crystal River · restaurant

Seafood restaurant in downtown Crystal River featuring fresh local catches and a cozy dining atmosphere.

Flippers Pizza - Lady Lake

Flippers Pizza - Lady Lake

The Villages · restaurant

Casual pizza chain serving brick-oven pies & other Italian eats, plus beer & wine.

Nena’s Wings & Things

Nena’s Wings & Things

Eustis · restaurant
THE FLAME

THE FLAME

Ocala · restaurant
Corelli’s Pantry Italian Market & Pizza

Corelli’s Pantry Italian Market & Pizza

Clermont · restaurant
Stavro's and Sons Pizza

Stavro's and Sons Pizza

Eustis · restaurant

Simple standby for classic Italian, Greek & Mediterranean cooking served in warm, homey environs.

Darrell's Diner

Darrell's Diner

Ocala · restaurant
La Cuisine Academy Restaurant

La Cuisine Academy Restaurant

Ocala · restaurant

Restaurant in Ocala.

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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