Food & drink in Central Florida.

Sweet Cups Chef Cheesecake & Cookies

Tipsy Tarpon

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.

The Crazy Cucumber 352 Eatery and Bar

Colorful, modern tavern offering inventive American grub, a full bar & outdoor seating.

Bagel Bros Cafe

Harry's Seafood,Bar & Grille

Cajun and Creole-inspired seafood in the heart of downtown Ocala, housed in the historic 1885 Marion Block building. The fried green tomatoes and crab cakes are standouts, and the courtyard patio feels like a little slice of the French Quarter.

Taco Norteno

Taste Of Lebanon

King Cookie Ocala

This mall-based chain selling cookies & brownies offers some specialty flavors, plus cookie cakes.

Nautilus Coffee Company

An adventure-themed artisanal coffee shop in downtown Tavares decorated with nautical trinkets and gizmos. The drinks are crafted with care, the atmosphere invites lingering, and it's the kind of local coffee shop that gives a town its personality.

NE Seafood Shack

Real New England seafood in Leesburg -- lobster rolls, clam chowder, and fried clams done by people who actually know the difference. The chef comes out to greet customers, and the prices are reasonable for the quality.

Cheeser's Palace Cafe and Catering

Specialty cheese cafe and catering in downtown Clermont

Serendipity Brews

Artisan coffee shop and craft beer bar in downtown Mount Dora with 14 draft beers, 150+ packaged options, retro decor, and regular live music adding to the town's nightlife.

VKI Japanese Steakhouse

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

Michael Anthony's Pizza

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Crossroads 44 Music & Sports Bar

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.

Ay Jalisco

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

Pinesmoke Bee Co.

The Brick & Barrel Public House

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.

Old Time Diner

1950s-themed diner in Leesburg serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner with live entertainment featuring the village cowboy on Tuesday evenings.

1890 tea room

Brooksville Country Club

Brooksville Country Club is a premier golf destination in Florida, recognized for its beautiful course and exceptional amenities.

Lollygaggers Sports Pub & Grill - Wildwood

Black Prong Whiskey Bar & Grill

Whiskey bar and grill in Ocala.

Redsauce

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.

Wolf Branch Brewing - Mount Dora

A Lake County craft brewery with locations in Mount Dora, Leesburg, and Eustis. The Mount Dora taproom sits right downtown and pours some of the best craft beers in the region alongside comfort food that pairs perfectly.

Bagelicious Deli & Bakery

Bagel Bros Cafe

Local bagel shop in Clermont serving fresh-baked bagels, deli sandwiches, and breakfast bites. A solid morning stop for a bagel with schmear and a cup of coffee.

Antojitos 352

Tas-t-o's Donuts

Prime 3

Upscale steak and wine restaurant in downtown Leesburg

Mallie Kylas Cafe

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.

Clawdaddy's Bar & Grill

Informal restaurant providing steaks, seafood, a salad bar, all-you-can-eat specials & live music.

Norton's Riverside Sports Bar and Grill

Straightforward hangout for sports, American grill fare & bar games, with tables on a spacious deck.

Oakwood Express Smokehouse

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

Suncreek Brewery

Clermont's first craft brewery, established in 2018 on the Legacy Loop Trail near Lake Minneola, sharing a complex with coal-fired pizza and mac-and-cheese restaurant partners.

Daniel's Cheesesteak Express

Philly cheesesteak restaurant in downtown Clermont

Barrels and Boards, LLC

Charcuterie and craft dining experience

Southern Palate

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

Coney Island Bushnell

Hot dog stand and casual eatery in Bushnell serving Coney Island-style dogs, burgers, and quick bites. Simple, classic, and satisfying.

Steve's Package & Lounge

Long-running dive bar and package store on South 14th Street in Leesburg with karaoke, darts, drink specials, and a drive-through package window, open for over 33 years.

Say Taco Tequila Bar & Grill

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

Oak & Stone

Craft beer and artisan pizza restaurant at Eastport Town Center featuring a self-serve tap wall with 50+ rotating beers using touchless RFID technology, plus oven-baked wings and create-your-own pizzas.

Little Fin

Fast-casual seafood spot inside The Market at Sawgrass Grove specializing in sauteed (not fried) dishes including walleye, fish and chips, oyster po'boys, and bang bang shrimp.

Magnolia Bakery

Ramshackle Cafe

Burgers, fish 'n' chips & other American comfort food in a cozy, kitsch-filled setting with a patio.

The Coffee Snob

A dedicated craft coffee roaster in Leesburg with the kind of bean obsession that justifies the name. They roast on-site, the espresso drinks are dialed in, and the shop has become a gathering spot for people who take their morning cup seriously.