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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

391 places · filtered · page 1/9

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Stirrups Restaurant

Stirrups Restaurant

Ocala · restaurant
Chop House at Lake Sumter

Chop House at Lake Sumter

The Villages · restaurant

Elegant place with a terrace serving steaks, meat dishes & cocktails, plus weekend brunch.

Wanda Mofongo House

Wanda Mofongo House

Clermont · restaurant
Bravo Pizza!!

Bravo Pizza!!

The Villages · restaurant

Pizza parlor serving New York-style slices, calzones, pizza, Stromboli, baked ziti and other Italian eats.

Vintage on 5th

Vintage on 5th

Crystal River · american

Upscale dining in a historic Crystal River building. Refined atmosphere and a menu that rewards a leisurely evening.

The Flying Biscuit Cafe

The Flying Biscuit Cafe

The Villages · breakfast

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.

Steak 'n Shake

Ocala · restaurant

Chain known for steakburgers & milkshakes offering a dinerlike space with retro flair.

Cheeser's Palace Cafe and Catering

Cheeser's Palace Cafe and Catering

Clermont · coffee shop

Specialty cheese cafe and catering in downtown Clermont

Taco Maniaa

Taco Maniaa

Clermont · restaurant
El Marie Pizzeria and Sub Shoppe

El Marie Pizzeria and Sub Shoppe

Eustis · restaurant
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.

Red Crab Juicy Seafood

Red Crab Juicy Seafood

Ocala · restaurant
Big Lee's BBQ

Big Lee's BBQ

Ocala · barbecue

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.

Live Fire Chefs

Live Fire Chefs

Ocala · restaurant

The Lodge Ocala Pub & Eatery

Ocala · restaurant
Four Smokes BBQ

Four Smokes BBQ

Ocala · restaurant
Mallie Kylas Cafe

Mallie Kylas Cafe

Brooksville · coffee shop

Charming cafe in a historic Brooksville home serving comfort food lunches, fresh salads, and renowned homemade desserts for over 25 years, connected to a gift shop and florist.

Cody's on 4th

Cody's on 4th

Mount Dora · coffee shop

Casual cafe on 4th Avenue in Mount Dora serving coffee, sandwiches, and light bites in a friendly neighborhood atmosphere. A solid stop for a quick lunch while exploring downtown.

Ramshackle Cafe

Ramshackle Cafe

Leesburg · restaurant

Burgers, fish 'n' chips & other American comfort food in a cozy, kitsch-filled setting with a patio.

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.

Bella Nonna Pizzeria & More

Bella Nonna Pizzeria & More

Tavares · italian

New York-style pizza and Italian favorites in Tavares with late-night hours that make it the go-to after everything else closes. The pies are legit, the garlic knots are addictive, and the casual vibe keeps the neighborhood coming back.

Samurai Hibachi & Ramen

Samurai Hibachi & Ramen

Ocala · restaurant
Orochi Ramen

Orochi Ramen

Clermont · restaurant

Authentic Japanese ramen restaurant

Mr. Wang's Chinese Restaurant

Mr. Wang's Chinese Restaurant

Homosassa · restaurant

Old-timey fixture dishing up plentiful plates of traditional Chinese food in a casual atmosphere.

Howie's Family Restaurant

Howie's Family Restaurant

Bushnell · restaurant

Home-style family restaurant in Bushnell serving Southern comfort food, fresh seafood, and all-you-can-eat fish, open for breakfast and lunch with Friday fish fry dinners.

Gator's Dockside Brownwood

Gator's Dockside Brownwood

The Villages · restaurant

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

A Taste of New Orleans

A Taste of New Orleans

Brooksville · restaurant

Cajun and Creole restaurant in Brooksville bringing the flavors of the Big Easy to Florida's Adventure Coast. Gumbo, jambalaya, po'boys, and all the Louisiana staples.

Seagrass Waterfront

Seagrass Waterfront

Homosassa · restaurant

Riverfront property offering casual condos with kitchens, plus a restaurant, tiki bar & boat ramp.

Big Man's Cafe

Big Man's Cafe

Ocala · restaurant
Waterfront Grille

Waterfront Grille

Eustis · restaurant
Cantina Tex Mex Tequila Bar

Cantina Tex Mex Tequila Bar

Ocala · restaurant
Corelli’s Pantry Italian Market & Pizza

Corelli’s Pantry Italian Market & Pizza

Clermont · restaurant
Green Mountain Pizza

Green Mountain Pizza

Clermont · restaurant
CAVA

CAVA

Ocala · restaurant

Mediterranean restaurant for thoughtful food with customizable greens & grains bowls, pitas & salad.

Kelly's Half Shell Pub

Kelly's Half Shell Pub

Crystal River · restaurant

Irish pub and seafood spot known for oysters, fresh catches, and a lively atmosphere. A Crystal River favorite for casual waterfront dining.

Salt Shack on the Lake

Salt Shack on the Lake

Clermont · restaurant

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.

Midtown Station Food Hub

Midtown Station Food Hub

Ocala · restaurant

Multi-vendor food hall in downtown Ocala overlooking Tuscawilla Park, with six independent businesses sharing one roof. Tenants include Infinite Ale Works (brewery), Sipping Grounds Coffee, Shake Shack, La Pin Sausages, plus rotating counter-service and a full bar program. Hours vary by vendor, but the hub itself stays lively from morning coffee through late dinner — built for the gather-and-graze pattern more than a sit-down meal.

Michael's Ali Coal Fired Pizza Clermont

Michael's Ali Coal Fired Pizza Clermont

Clermont · restaurant
KPOT Korean BBQ & Hot Pot

KPOT Korean BBQ & Hot Pot

Ocala · restaurant

All-you-can-eat interactive dining where you cook your own Korean BBQ and hot pot right at the table. A fun, social experience with endless proteins, veggies, and broths — great for groups and adventurous eaters.

Huarike Peruvian Cuisine

Huarike Peruvian Cuisine

Clermont · restaurant

Pico Bistro

Clermont · restaurant
Crump's Landing

Crump's Landing

Homosassa · restaurant

Laid-back waterfront restaurant offering familiar seafood dishes, plus burgers & fried chicken.

Lake Eustis Waterfront Grille

Lake Eustis Waterfront Grille

Eustis · restaurant
Ivy on the Square

Ivy on the Square

Ocala · restaurant

Southern-inspired cuisine is the specialty of this elegant restaurant in a circa-1890 building.

Ironworks Steaks and Fine Cocktails

Ironworks Steaks and Fine Cocktails

Tavares · steakhouse

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.

1921 Mount Dora

1921 Mount Dora

Mount Dora · new american

Housed in what was once the town doctor's home, 1921 is owned by the Modernism Museum and features rotating art alongside locally sourced, contemporary American cuisine. The setting is as memorable as the food.

Puddle Jumpers Lakeside Grill & Bar

Puddle Jumpers Lakeside Grill & Bar

Tavares · american

Lakeside dining with front-row views of Lake Dora and the seaplane base -- which means you might watch a plane land while you eat your burger. The seafood is fresh, the drinks are strong, and the outdoor patio is where you want to be at sunset.

Pinsa Fire

Pinsa Fire

Clermont · restaurant
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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