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Food & drink in Central Florida.

Every place to eat & drink in Central Florida — 141 and counting. Filter by cuisine, jump A–Z, or just browse.

Food & drink in Central Florida

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Savages Bar and Grill

Savages Bar and Grill

Brooksville · bar

Casual bar and grill in Brooksville serving American classics including burgers and wings, with outdoor seating.

Two Old Hags Wine Shoppe

Two Old Hags Wine Shoppe

Leesburg · bar

Leesburg's original wine bar since 2007 on Main Street, offering an eclectic selection of wines you won't find elsewhere, with a bring-your-own-food policy welcoming takeout from nearby downtown restaurants.

Dominiks Pizza and Grill

Dominiks Pizza and Grill

Bushnell · bar

Local pizza and grill spot in Bushnell serving hand-tossed pizzas, calzones, and Italian-American favorites. A neighborhood staple for a casual family dinner.

Ednas' On The Green

Ednas' On The Green

The Villages · bar
Fiesta Grande Brownwood

Fiesta Grande Brownwood

The Villages · bar

Family-owned Mexican grill at Brownwood serving authentic, made-from-scratch Mexican cuisine since 2006, with a full bar, daily luncheon specials, and a festive atmosphere.

Terrace on the Square

Terrace on the Square

Ocala · cocktails

Rooftop bar atop the Hilton Garden Inn in downtown Ocala. Creative cocktails, appetizer specials, and panoramic views of the Square. Open Sun-Thu 4-11pm, Fri-Sat 4pm-midnight.

The Grill at Pepper Creek

The Grill at Pepper Creek

Homosassa · bar

Casual eatery inside Homosassa Springs Wildlife State Park with indoor seating overlooking Pepper Creek, serving pizzas, sandwiches, and salads — no park admission required to dine.

Castaways Bar & Grill

Castaways Bar & Grill

Crystal River · bar

Casual waterfront bar and grill in Crystal River with cold drinks, pub food, and a laid-back outdoor vibe. A popular post-dive or post-kayak hangout.

The Dam Pub

The Dam Pub

Panasoffkee · bar

Quirky local pub with a cozy atmosphere on Lake Panasoffkee.

Los Magueyes Crystal River

Los Magueyes Crystal River

Crystal River · bar

Mexican restaurant chain location in Crystal River serving fresh-made traditional dishes including tacos, burritos, fajitas, enchiladas, and specialty cocktails.

HandleBar Mount Dora

HandleBar Mount Dora

Mount Dora · cocktails

Mount Dora's craft cocktail destination on the top floor of the Mount Dora Marketplace. Open-air atmosphere, stunning downtown views, seasonal cocktail specials, and live music. Speakeasy vibes with fresh-made drinks.

Mickey's Bar Crystal River

Mickey's Bar Crystal River

Crystal River · bar

Family-operated bar and grill in Crystal River with pool tables, weekly live music, karaoke, and a unique lobster claw machine where you can catch your own dinner.

Blushin' Bubbles

Blushin' Bubbles

Clermont · bar
The Black Sheep on Broadway

The Black Sheep on Broadway

Ocala · bar

Locally owned, woman-led restaurant and bar in downtown Ocala, open since 2019. Features live music on weekends, weekday happy hours, and a full menu of American pub fare in the heart of the historic district.

Mullets Sports Bar Clermont

Mullets Sports Bar Clermont

Clermont · bar
The Cove Pub & Grub

The Cove Pub & Grub

Inverness · bar

Lakeside pub and grill on the Tsala Apopka chain of lakes with outdoor seating, wings, burgers, and cold drinks.

Blondies

Blondies

The Villages · bar

Outdoor bar on Spanish Springs Town Square in The Villages featuring daily live entertainment, signature cocktails, craft beers, and wines by the glass. Hosts trivia nights, karaoke, and Saturday brunch specials.

C's Paninis & Spirits

C's Paninis & Spirits

Spring Hill · nightlife

Family-owned bar and grill in Spring Hill serving signature paninis, wings, and loaded tater tots with cocktails, karaoke nights, and pool tables in a welcoming neighborhood atmosphere.

Mustangs & Mulligans

Mustangs & Mulligans

Ocala · bar

Bar at Golden Oaks Country Club, Ocala.

Twysted Vyne

Twysted Vyne

Inverness · bar

Casual fine dining wine bar in downtown Inverness pairing a curated selection of quality wines and craft beers with an upscale bistro menu and live music from local musicians.

Whiskey Kitchen Mount Dora

Whiskey Kitchen Mount Dora

Mount Dora · bar

Scratch-made American cuisine restaurant in downtown Mount Dora open for lunch, dinner, and weekend brunch, with a pet-friendly outdoor patio featuring live music every Friday and Saturday.

Shamrock Lounge & Package

Shamrock Lounge & Package

Leesburg · bar

Neighborhood dive bar and package store in Leesburg open daily till 2 AM with pool tables, darts, jukebox, live music, karaoke nights, and happy hour from 10 AM to 7 PM.

Magnolia's Oyster Bar

Magnolia's Oyster Bar

Leesburg · bar

Compact, unpretentious locale specializing in raw or cooked oysters & other seafood classics.

Suncreek Brewery

Suncreek Brewery

Clermont · bar

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.

Southern Axe House

Southern Axe House

Spring Hill · nightlife

Southern Axe House offers a unique and thrilling experience with axe throwing, escape rooms, and a welcoming atmosphere filled with Southern hospitality.

Shucker's

Shucker's

Ocala · bar
Baseline Bar & Billiards

Baseline Bar & Billiards

Ocala · nightlife

No-frills neighborhood bar with pool tables, cold beer, and a jukebox. The kind of dive bar where you can shoot pool in peace and nobody rushes you.

Pinesmoke Bee Co.

Pinesmoke Bee Co.

Eustis · bar
Pine Street Pub

Pine Street Pub

Inverness · bar

Downtown Inverness Irish-style pub established in 2013 with 21 craft beers on tap including Guinness, daily specials like shepherd's pie, and live music on the outdoor deck most Fridays.

The Frog & Monkey Restaurant & Pub

The Frog & Monkey Restaurant & Pub

Mount Dora · pub

Lively British-inspired pub on Donnelly Street serving pub fare, draft beers, and cocktails. Popular for its casual vibe, trivia nights, and outdoor seating.

SideBar Tavern

SideBar Tavern

Inverness · bar

Friendly neighborhood restaurant and bar on Courthouse Square in downtown Inverness offering local craft beer, wine, and a casual dining menu.

The Cove Bar

The Cove Bar

Clermont · bar
Coach's Pub & Eatery

Coach's Pub & Eatery

Inverness · pub

The hub of downtown Inverness since 1991. Custom burgers, sandwiches, wraps, and downtown's largest selection of craft and domestic beer. Over thirty years of consistent pub food and genuine community gathering -- a rare combination.

Evans Prairie - Country Club Restaurant

Evans Prairie - Country Club Restaurant

The Villages · bar

Country club dining at Evans Prairie in The Villages, offering a relaxed meal with golf course views. Open to residents and their guests for lunch and dinner.

Clermont Oyster Bar

Clermont Oyster Bar

Clermont · bar

Raw bar and seafood restaurant in Clermont serving oysters on the half shell, peel-and-eat shrimp, and fried seafood baskets in a casual, laid-back atmosphere.

Mezza Luna at the Villages

Mezza Luna at the Villages

The Villages · bar

Italian restaurant in The Villages serving classic pasta dishes, brick-oven pizza, and seafood in a cozy setting. Date-night worthy with a solid wine list.

Fiesta Grande Mexican Grill

Fiesta Grande Mexican Grill

The Villages · bar

Casual Mexican restaurant in The Villages serving tacos, enchiladas, fajitas, and margaritas. A solid spot for a quick Tex-Mex fix with friendly service.

The Blue Gator Tiki Bar & Restaurant

The Blue Gator Tiki Bar & Restaurant

Dunnellon · tiki bar

Southern-style seafood with stunning river views and a non-pretentious tiki atmosphere. The extensive outdoor seating area overlooks the Withlacoochee River, and the menu leans into fresh prawns, fish, and local specialties at fair prices.

The Whistle Stop

The Whistle Stop

Clermont · bar
C & D Coliseum

C & D Coliseum

Ocala · nightlife

Neighborhood sports bar and nightclub in Ocala with eight TVs for watching sports, pool, darts, Jenga, karaoke three nights a week, and an attached liquor store.

Bank Street

Bank Street

Ocala · cocktails

Outdoor seating, craft cocktails, and live music on select nights. One of downtown Ocala's best spots for a night out.

The Office at the Crossroads

The Office at the Crossroads

Brooksville · bar

Bar and social gathering spot in the Spring Hill area.

Rj dockers

The Villages · bar
La Casa Di Norma

La Casa Di Norma

Crystal River · bar

Italian restaurant in Crystal River crafting unforgettable dining experiences with homemade pasta, fresh seafood, and classic Italian flavors using the freshest local ingredients.

The Barrel Bar & Grille

The Barrel Bar & Grille

Crystal River · bar

Neighborhood bar and grille in Homosassa serving pub fare and cold drinks.

Mojo's-Food. Music. Soul. (Ocala Location)

Mojo's-Food. Music. Soul. (Ocala Location)

Ocala · bar

Live music venue and restaurant serving BBQ, burgers, and Southern comfort food with a side of blues and rock. The stage hosts local and touring acts, and the vibe is pure Ocala soul.

Bru Tap House

Bru Tap House

Tavares · craft beer bar

Thirty craft taps with a local focus, live music, board games, and the kind of laid-back energy that makes downtown Tavares feel like it's having a moment. If you're looking for the heartbeat of the local craft beer scene, this is it.

Gator's Dockside Ocala

Gator's Dockside Ocala

Ocala · bar

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

Atmospheric interior

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