Food & drink in Central Florida.
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Food & drink in Central Florida
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Los Magueyes Mexican Restaurant - Wildwood
Informal strip-mall setting for traditional Mexican comfort foods with margaritas & piña coladas.
Lupitas
Bluefin Grill & Bar
Steak, seafood & cocktails offered in a modern, nautical-themed dining room with sea-blue decor.
Papa J's Diner
One of the longest-running breakfast and lunch diners in Inverness since 1986, serving all-day breakfast with Southern-style cooking, generous portions, and competitive prices.
Corelli’s Pantry Italian Market & Pizza
Lugo's Grill
Authentic Cuban restaurant in Dunnellon known for fresh plantains, Cuban sandwiches, and hearty rice and beans in a cozy, old-school atmosphere. Cash only.
Las Palmas Cuban Restaurant
Traditional Cuban fare whipped up in easygoing, compact quarters with a full bar & outdoor seats.
Guavate Puerto Rican Eatery & Bistro
El Marie Pizzeria and Sub Shoppe
The Museum Cafe
Cuban cafe and printing museum on Yulee Drive near the Sugar Mill Ruins, serving hand-crafted Cuban sandwiches on authentic Ybor City bread, black beans and rice, and cafe con leche.
Santiagos Restaurant
Restaurant at Cagan Crossing
Calabria Ristorante & NY Style Pizza
Italian restaurant with New York-style pizza
Chop House at Lake Sumter
Elegant place with a terrace serving steaks, meat dishes & cocktails, plus weekend brunch.
100 Proof Saloon
San Jose's Original Mexican Restaurant
Original Mexican restaurant
Taco 'N Madre
This petite Mexican eatery whips up tacos, burritos & other traditional fare in a casual setting.
Wanda Mofongo House
Night Owl Caribbean Cuisine
Peck's Old Port Cove
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.
Vintage on 5th
Upscale dining in a historic Crystal River building. Refined atmosphere and a menu that rewards a leisurely evening.
Ipanema Brazilian Steak House
Churrascaria with a salad bar & all-you-can-eat roasted meats served tableside by gaucho waiters.
Big Lee's BBQ
Featured on the Food Network and praised by Guy Fieri, Big Lee's delivers pitmaster-level barbecue that has put Ocala on the national food map. The brisket is the star.
Elevation 89
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.
Campo Azul Mexican Kitchen
Taco Maniaa
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.
Shuckin' Shack Oyster Bar
Family-friendly hub for steamed & raw shellfish, wings & beers served in a no-frills setting.
La Perla Tapatía Mexican Restaurant
Sushi Feast AYCE
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.
Pink and Sweet Bakery and Restaurant
The Flying Biscuit Cafe
Southern-inspired breakfast and brunch cafe famous for fluffy biscuits with cranberry apple butter. Popular dishes include the Flying Biscuit Breakfast and the Hangover Hash.
Colombian Bakery
Salt Shack on the Lake
Waterfront restaurant on Lake Minneola offering island vibes, wild-caught seafood, and a sandy beach area perfect for families, with live music Thursday through Sunday.
Horse & Hounds Restaurant
A dog-friendly American and British pub fare restaurant with over 15 outdoor tables. Known for generous portions of fish and chips, burgers, and steaks in a welcoming atmosphere.
Tequila Cantina Mexican Kitchen
The Freezer Tiki Bar
Started as a literal bait freezer attached to a seafood market, now it's one of the most beloved dive bars on the Nature Coast. Cash only, peel-and-eat shrimp, and the kind of Old Florida atmosphere you can't manufacture. Bring cash.
Cheeser's Palace Cafe and Catering
Specialty cheese cafe and catering in downtown Clermont
Yamas
Mediterranean shared plates with a waterfront setting at Hotel Eastport. Aromatic spices, locally sourced seasonal ingredients, and a casual but elevated atmosphere.
Caffe Connection
At Caffe Connections, we make the connection with our customers through food and fresh coffees.
Angelotti's Pizza
Local pizza joint in Inverness serving hand-tossed pies, calzones, subs, and pasta. A dependable neighborhood spot for a quick slice or a family pizza night.
Rutabagas Natural Food Market & Café
Family-owned natural food store and cafe in Inverness offering organic produce, vitamins, supplements, and a cafe menu of smoothies, acai bowls, wraps, and soups for special diets.
Metro Diner
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.
Southern Hills Plantation Club
Southern Hills Plantation Club is a private golf and country club nestled in the rolling terrain of Brooksville, Florida, offering a premier membership experience with a championship golf course and top-notch amenities.
Luigi's Pizza of Brooksville
Pizzas, pasta dishes & other comfort eats are menu staples at this simple eatery with a casual vibe.
Peach Valley Café
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.
Yum Yum Wings and Things
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.

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