Food & drink in Central Florida.
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Food & drink in Central Florida
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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.
1890 Tea House
An Everyday Retreat in Downtown Ocala
Ralph’s Burger & Sandwich Shop
Turners Kitchen + Bar
A chef-owned restaurant in the heart of downtown Leesburg, occupying a building that once housed Turner's Bakery in the 1940s. The menu is creative without being fussy, and the quality is a pleasant surprise for a small-town spot.
Candelaria Eatery & Cafe
Authentic Colombian flavors in a cozy cafe setting just outside The Villages. The arepas and empanadas are the real deal, and the coffee is strong enough to remind you why Colombia is famous for it.
Buffet City
Asian buffet including sushi, hibachi & some American items, plus colorful lighting & modest decor.
The Equestrian Manor
The newest dining venue at World Equestrian Center in Ocala, offering upscale buffet-style brunch and special event dining in an elegant equestrian setting.
Amerikanos Grille
Mediterranean and American cuisine at Spanish Springs with both indoor and outdoor seating plus an outdoor bar. The gyros and lamb dishes stand out, and the location right on the square means you're steps from the nightly entertainment.
El Mezcal Mexican restaurant
Mexican restaurant in Homosassa on Suncoast Boulevard serving traditional dishes in a family-friendly setting.
The Crazy Gator
Relaxed lakeside tavern with patio seating dishing up signature wings, steaks & housemade desserts.
Corelli’s Pantry Italian Market & Pizza
Sauced Hogs BBQ Bar & Grill
Barbecue restaurant and bar in Hernando near Crystal River serving smoked meats and classic BBQ sides. Features weekly karaoke on Thursdays, live music on weekends, and trivia nights in a casual, family-friendly setting.
Tiki West Raw Bar and Grill
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.
Coney Island Drive Inn Eustis
Grumpy Gators Bar & Grill
Casual bar and grill in Homosassa serving home-cooked food including pizza, burgers, fried chicken, and fresh seafood, with live entertainment and outdoor seating.
The Friar's Table
Gastropub-style dining at Brownwood Paddock Square with elevated comfort food, craft cocktails, and a warm tavern atmosphere.
The Brave Burger
Cracker's Bar, Grill and Tiki
Familiar seafood choices served in a casual setting with a spacious waterfront bar & deck.
Legends Bar And Grill
Neighborhood bar and grill in Fruitland Park known for hand-tossed New York and Chicago-style pizza, oversized chicken wings with homemade sauces, pool tables, karaoke, and live music.
Amore Italian Ristorante
Awwal Curry House Restaurant
Island Fin Poke
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.
Soulful Flavor
Soul food restaurant in Leesburg
Ironworks Steaks and Fine Cocktails
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.
Say Taco Tequila Bar & Grill
Homestyle eatery with a terrace whipping up hearty nachos & tacos alongside margaritas & beer.
Cedar River Seafood Crystal River
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.
EDO Sushi
Modern Japanese steakhouse offering sushi, noodle dishes & entertaining hibachi chefs.
Depot on Magnolia
Takis Greek-Italian Restaurant
The Crazy Cucumber 352 Eatery and Bar
Colorful, modern tavern offering inventive American grub, a full bar & outdoor seating.
Vintage on 5th
Upscale dining in a historic Crystal River building. Refined atmosphere and a menu that rewards a leisurely evening.
Fat Chef Authentic Jamaican Cuisine
Authentic Jamaican food
Swampy's Bar & Grille
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.
Tequila Cantina Mexican Kitchen
Johnny Rockets
Burgers, shakes & fries arrive in a retro setting at this outpost of the international chain.
Seagrass Waterfront
Riverfront property offering casual condos with kitchens, plus a restaurant, tiki bar & boat ramp.
BTW - Burgers Tacos Waffles
From the folks behind Bru Tap House comes this food-truck-concept-turned-brick-and-mortar. The name tells you exactly what to expect -- burgers, tacos, and waffles -- and they do all three well. The waffle fries are dangerously good.
Ivy on the Square
Southern-inspired cuisine is the specialty of this elegant restaurant in a circa-1890 building.
Pepe's Cantina Clermont
Barrels and Boards, LLC
Charcuterie and craft dining experience
The Crab Plant
The freshest seafood straight off the boats in Crystal River. As close to the source as you can get.
Braised Onion
Family-owned and full of personality, Braised Onion serves comfort food done right — legendary crispy onion fritters, meatloaf, and chicken pot pie in a vibrant, art-filled space.
City Fire
Upscale-casual American grill at Lake Sumter Landing featuring wood-fired pizzas, craft cocktails, and a vibrant patio overlooking the square.
Gator Cove
Waterfront bar and grill on the canal in Homosassa serving American fare including burgers, steaks, fish and chips, and gator tail, with outdoor seating and live entertainment.
Wanda Mofongo House
Bayside Seafood Grille
Seafood restaurant in downtown Crystal River featuring fresh local catches and a cozy dining atmosphere.
Tony's Sushi
Popular mainstay featuring classic sushi rolls, Japanese dishes & hibachi meals in a casual setting.
Steak 'n Shake
Chain known for steakburgers & milkshakes offering a dinerlike space with retro flair.

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