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Food & drink in Central Florida.

Every place to eat & drink in Central Florida — 686 and counting. Filter by cuisine, jump A–Z, or just browse.

Food & drink in Central Florida

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The Equestrian Manor

The Equestrian Manor

Ocala · fine dining

The newest dining venue at World Equestrian Center in Ocala, offering upscale buffet-style brunch and special event dining in an elegant equestrian setting.

Las Margaritas Mexican Restaurant & Gallery

Las Margaritas Mexican Restaurant & Gallery

Ocala · restaurant

Mexican eatery featuring a broad menu in vibrantly colored surrounds decorated with art.

Tiki Bar & Grill

Tiki Bar & Grill

Clermont · restaurant

Easygoing hangout on Lake Minneloa featuring American eats, brews & scenic outdoor seating.

Breakfast Station

Breakfast Station

Leesburg · restaurant

No-frills breakfast spot in Leesburg serving classic morning staples — eggs, pancakes, bacon, and biscuits and gravy. The kind of place where the coffee is always flowing and the portions are honest.

Cantina Tex Mex Tequila Bar

Cantina Tex Mex Tequila Bar

Ocala · restaurant
The Yardery

The Yardery

Mount Dora · restaurant

Open-air restaurant and bar on Baker Street featuring Mount Dora's only rooftop bar, backyard classics with a twist, lawn games, and live music weekends in a family and dog-friendly setting.

Amerikanos Grille

Amerikanos Grille

The Villages · mediterranean

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.

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Paige's Root Beer

Paige's Root Beer

Dunnellon · restaurant

Nostalgic diner on Pennsylvania Avenue known for award-winning burgers, homemade root beer floats, and classic American comfort food, recognized as Best Burger in the County.

It's Just Wings

It's Just Wings

The Villages · restaurant
The Friar Tuck

The Friar Tuck

Clermont · british

Rated the number one restaurant in Clermont on TripAdvisor, this cozy English cafe serves authentic British plates -- full English breakfasts, bangers and mash, and proper fish and chips. A genuinely unique find in Central Florida.

Blue Deep Sea Coffee

Blue Deep Sea Coffee

Clermont · cafe
Flag Coffee

Flag Coffee

Clermont · cafe
The Whistle Stop

The Whistle Stop

Clermont · bar
The Gathering Cafe Downtown Ocala

The Gathering Cafe Downtown Ocala

Ocala · coffee shop

Beloved downtown Ocala coffee house and breakfast cafe with a cozy atmosphere, killer espresso drinks, and fresh-made cinnamon rolls and quiche. Open weekday mornings and worth the visit.

Legends Bar And Grill

Legends Bar And Grill

Leesburg · restaurant

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.

Harry's Seafood,Bar & Grille

Harry's Seafood,Bar & Grille

Ocala · restaurant

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.

Oxford Downs

Oxford Downs

Summerfield · nightlife

Entertainment complex near The Villages featuring a poker room, off-track betting, and Central Florida's largest tiki bar with live music Friday-Sunday, karaoke, and a full American food menu.

Lou & Flo's Cajun Creations

Lou & Flo's Cajun Creations

Dunnellon · restaurant

Cajun and Creole food spot bringing Louisiana-style cooking to Dunnellon.

Nine State Brewery

Nine State Brewery

Inverness · bar

Downtown Inverness craft brewery combining in-house brewed beer with authentic Korean food, named for the owner's journey from Massachusetts to Florida through nine states.

The Biscuit Barn

The Biscuit Barn

Crystal River · restaurant

Highly rated Crystal River breakfast and lunch spot known for huge Southern-style biscuits with iron-skillet sausage gravy, steak and eggs, and classic lunch fare like reubens and burgers.

Sipping Grounds

Sipping Grounds

Ocala · coffee shop

Handcrafted coffee, fresh pastries, and all-day breakfast and lunch in the midtown area of Ocala.

Great Chicago Fire Brewery & Tap Room

Great Chicago Fire Brewery & Tap Room

Leesburg · restaurant

Chicago and firefighter-themed craft brewery in historic downtown Leesburg brewing 10 beers on premise, serving authentic Chicago-style eats including Italian beef, hot dogs, and thin crust pizza, with a live music beer garden.

Eaton's Beach Sandbar & Grill

Eaton's Beach Sandbar & Grill

Weirsdale · restaurant

Waterfront dining on Lake Weir featuring Chef Dave Del Rio's Florisiana cuisine — a fusion of Southern, Cajun, and Creole flavors. The views are stunning, the seafood is fresh, and the vibe has been drawing folks out here since 1924.

Napolinos

Napolinos

Wildwood · restaurant

Casual stop serving pizza, pasta & seafood, meat & chicken entrees in a relaxed space.

Fujiyama Japanese Steak House

Fujiyama Japanese Steak House

Bushnell · restaurant

Family-owned Japanese steakhouse in Bushnell offering hibachi dinners, sushi rolls, and traditional entrees, with reservations, takeout, and delivery available.

Keke's Breakfast Cafe

Keke's Breakfast Cafe

The Villages · coffee shop

Popular breakfast and brunch chain serving oversized pancakes, Belgian waffles, omelets, and fresh-squeezed juices. The wait on weekends is real, but the food makes it worth it.

Lollygaggers Sports Pub & Grill - Wildwood

Lollygaggers Sports Pub & Grill - Wildwood

The Villages · restaurant
Foxtail Coffee Co. & Kelly’s Ice Cream - Clermont

Foxtail Coffee Co. & Kelly’s Ice Cream - Clermont

Clermont · coffee shop

Orlando-based specialty coffee chain location in Clermont offering craft coffee drinks, gluten-free treats, and Kelly's Ice Cream in a comfortable cafe setting.

Ally J's Ice Cream

Ally J's Ice Cream

Inverness · ice cream

Ice cream parlor in downtown Inverness serving hand-scooped flavors, sundaes, and frozen treats.

Snowbirds Billiards

Snowbirds Billiards

Ocala · bar
Froggers Grill and Bar

Froggers Grill and Bar

Mount Dora · restaurant

Casual American grill on Lake Park Court in Mount Dora serving burgers, wings, and pub fare with a fun, family-friendly atmosphere. A solid neighborhood spot for a low-key dinner.

Big Bass Grill

Big Bass Grill

Panasoffkee · restaurant

Indulge in delicious seafood dishes and more with a tiki-style lakefront view at Big Bass Grill in Lake Panasoffkee.

The Coffee Snob

The Coffee Snob

Leesburg · coffee shop

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.

Warehouse Coffee Co.

Warehouse Coffee Co.

Spring Hill · coffee shop

Cozy, rustic coffee shop in Spring Hill offering freshly roasted specialty coffees, seasonal drinks, and gluten-free baked goods in a warm, inviting hangout atmosphere.

Copp Brewery & Winery

Copp Brewery & Winery

Crystal River · restaurant

Crystal River brewery, winery, and full-service restaurant producing handcrafted beer and wine on-site since 2006, featuring a wood-fire oven and The Prohibition Grill.

Holy Sh'mokes Cigar & Wine Lounge

Holy Sh'mokes Cigar & Wine Lounge

The Villages · bar

Premium cigar, wine, beer, and coffee lounge in The Villages. The cigar lounge is enclosed and separate from the smoke-free indoor bar — so everyone's comfortable. Karaoke nights, wine tastings, and military discounts add to the draw.

Wolfgang Puck Kitchen + Bar

Wolfgang Puck Kitchen + Bar

The Villages · restaurant

Wolfgang Puck Kitchen + Bar offers a unique twist on an American bar and grill with global-inspired cuisine in a lively atmosphere adjacent to Brownwood Paddock Square.

Gator's Dockside Clermont

Gator's Dockside Clermont

Clermont · bar

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

Red Rooster Cookie Jar LLC

Red Rooster Cookie Jar LLC

The Villages · bakery
Willy's Original at Sawgrass Grove

Willy's Original at Sawgrass Grove

The Villages · restaurant

At Willy’s Original, we take smash burgers to the next level! Our burgers are made with fresh, high-quality beef, smashed to perfection on a sizzling hot griddle for that irresistible crispy edge and juicy center. Served on a toasted bun with premium toppings and house-made sauces, every bite is packed with bold flavor. It’s no wonder we’re known for the best burgers in Florida — come taste the difference for yourself!

Cedar River Seafood Crystal River

Cedar River Seafood Crystal River

Crystal River · restaurant

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.

Cravella

Cravella

Eustis · ice cream
Salty Dogs Steamer and Bar

Salty Dogs Steamer and Bar

Inverness · restaurant

Family-owned seafood restaurant on Courthouse Square in Inverness serving hand-cut steaks, shrimp, crab, and lobster alongside Cuban-pressed sandwiches.

Oakwood Smokehouse & Grill

Oakwood Smokehouse & Grill

Clermont · restaurant

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

The Crazy Cucumber 352 Eatery and Bar

The Crazy Cucumber 352 Eatery and Bar

Ocala · restaurant

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

Ak47 Delicious Destructions

Ak47 Delicious Destructions

Mount Dora · bakery

Restaurant in Mount Dora on Holly Drive.

The Brave Burger

The Brave Burger

Clermont · restaurant
Marmaduke's Lodge

Marmaduke's Lodge

Leesburg · bar

Multi-concept venue in downtown Leesburg featuring Americana food, craft beer, Burns Drugstore Speakeasy, and SLICE pizza by the slice, with live entertainment and outdoor seating.

Atmospheric interior

A note from the editor

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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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