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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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Colombian Bakery

Colombian Bakery

Ocala · restaurant
Bella Vita Italian Steakhouse

Bella Vita Italian Steakhouse

The Villages · italian

Rustic Italian charm meets modern piano bar atmosphere. Hand-cut steaks, housemade pastas, and craft cocktails make this the go-to date night spot at Spanish Springs.

Turners Kitchen + Bar

Turners Kitchen + Bar

Leesburg · new american

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.

Little Fin

Little Fin

The Villages · restaurant

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.

Lake Eustis Waterfront Grille

Lake Eustis Waterfront Grille

Eustis · restaurant
Peach Valley Café

Peach Valley Café

Mount Dora · restaurant

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.

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.

Golden Krust Caribbean Restaurant

Golden Krust Caribbean Restaurant

Clermont · restaurant
MrBeast Burger

MrBeast Burger

The Villages · 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.

The Crab Plant

The Crab Plant

Crystal River · seafood

The freshest seafood straight off the boats in Crystal River. As close to the source as you can get.

Botanico Tacos & Tequila

Botanico Tacos & Tequila

Mount Dora · restaurant

Modern Mexican restaurant with roots in the vibrant flavors of Vera Cruz, offering creative tapas, tequila pairings, and an outdoor dining area with swings for kids and adults.

The Station

The Station

Clermont · restaurant
Prima Italian Steakhouse

Prima Italian Steakhouse

The Villages · restaurant

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

Mac’d Out

Mac’d Out

Clermont · restaurant
Cracker's Bar, Grill and Tiki

Cracker's Bar, Grill and Tiki

Crystal River · restaurant

Familiar seafood choices served in a casual setting with a spacious waterfront bar & deck.

Live Fire Chefs

Live Fire Chefs

Ocala · restaurant
The Crazy Gator

The Crazy Gator

Eustis · restaurant

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

Ralph’s Burger & Sandwich Shop

Ralph’s Burger & Sandwich Shop

Ocala · restaurant
Drew's American Grill

Drew's American Grill

Brooksville · restaurant

Drew's American Grill offers a variety of delicious American cuisine and daily specials for guests.

Darrell's Diner

Darrell's Diner

Ocala · restaurant
Guru Indian Restaurant

Guru Indian Restaurant

Clermont · indian

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.

Latinos Y Mas

Latinos Y Mas

Ocala · latin

Outstanding Latin cuisine in Ocala. A local favorite for authentic flavors and generous portions.

Metro Diner

Metro Diner

The Villages · restaurant

Comfort-food chain known for massive portions of fried chicken and waffles, pot roast, and meatloaf. Breakfast is served all day, and the vibe is pure Southern diner warmth.

Campo Azul Mexican Kitchen

Campo Azul Mexican Kitchen

The Villages · restaurant
Soulful Flavor

Soulful Flavor

Leesburg · restaurant

Soul food restaurant in Leesburg

Don Pepe Mexican Restaurant

Don Pepe Mexican Restaurant

Dunnellon · restaurant

Popular family-owned Mexican restaurant in a charming converted house in Dunnellon, serving authentic Tex-Mex cuisine with generous portions and beer and wine.

Big Man's Cafe

Big Man's Cafe

Ocala · restaurant
Citrus Grove Cafe

Citrus Grove Cafe

Eustis · restaurant
Sauced Hogs BBQ Bar & Grill

Sauced Hogs BBQ Bar & Grill

Crystal River · restaurant

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.

Koto hibachi express - Sushi - Bubble Tea

Koto hibachi express - Sushi - Bubble Tea

Ocala · restaurant
Corelli’s Pantry Italian Market & Pizza

Corelli’s Pantry Italian Market & Pizza

Clermont · restaurant
Grannie's Country Cookin’ Restaurant

Grannie's Country Cookin’ Restaurant

Crystal River · restaurant

Long-standing American eatery supplying family-style breakfast & lunch standards in old-school digs.

The Pub

The Pub

The Villages · restaurant
The Bavarian Haus

The Bavarian Haus

Mount Dora · restaurant

Casual eatery with a homey vibe & outdoor patio seating serving traditional German food & beer.

El Patio Bushnell

El Patio Bushnell

Bushnell · restaurant

Authentic Mexican restaurant in Bushnell known for scratch-made fajitas, burritos, street tacos, and barbacoa using fresh ingredients, with a 4.7-star rating.

Pardon My Cheesesteak

Pardon My Cheesesteak

The Villages · restaurant
Los Magueyes Mexican Restaurant - Wildwood

Los Magueyes Mexican Restaurant - Wildwood

Wildwood · restaurant

Informal strip-mall setting for traditional Mexican comfort foods with margaritas & piña coladas.

Tap House Social

Tap House Social

The Villages · restaurant

Sports-forward restaurant and bar in The Villages with scratch-made smash burgers, fish and chips, and a deep craft beer list. Plenty of TVs for game day and a lively vibe on weekends.

Luma Mediterranean Kitchen

Luma Mediterranean Kitchen

The Villages · restaurant

LUMA is a fast-casual Mediterranean kitchen serving bold, bright flavors inspired by the sun-soaked coasts of the Mediterranean.

AK Pho & Boba Tea

AK Pho & Boba Tea

Ocala · restaurant
Flippers Pizza - Clermont

Flippers Pizza - Clermont

Clermont · restaurant

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

Stirrups Restaurant

Stirrups Restaurant

Ocala · restaurant
WingHouse Bar & Grill

WingHouse Bar & Grill

Ocala · restaurant

Sports bar known for chicken wings, games on TV & scantily clad servers, plus event nights.

Amore Italian Ristorante

Amore Italian Ristorante

Clermont · restaurant
Double Take Pizza

Double Take Pizza

Eustis · restaurant
Tony's Sushi

Tony's Sushi

Ocala · restaurant

Popular mainstay featuring classic sushi rolls, Japanese dishes & hibachi meals in a casual setting.

Ipanema Brazilian Steak House

Ipanema Brazilian Steak House

Ocala · restaurant

Churrascaria with a salad bar & all-you-can-eat roasted meats served tableside by gaucho waiters.

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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