Food & drink in Central Florida.
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Food & drink in Central Florida
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Cantina Tex Mex Tequila Bar
Crump's Landing
Laid-back waterfront restaurant offering familiar seafood dishes, plus burgers & fried chicken.
Big Cypress Lakefront Pizzeria
Experience handmade Italian perfection by the water, where rustic charm meets vibrant style at BIG CYPRESS LAKEFRONT PIZZERIA.
Harry's Seafood,Bar & Grille
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.
Bull Smokehouse
Ice Cream Shed
Ocean Buffet
Asian buffet restaurant in Ocala with a wide spread of Chinese, Japanese, and seafood options including sushi, crab legs, and hibachi. All-you-can-eat at a fair price.
BAMBUU Asian Eatery Clermont
Ocala Downtown Diner
Burgers, steaks & shakes served in a relaxed eatery that has classic diner decor.
Awwal Curry House Restaurant
Brooklyn Deli Too
New York-style deli serving authentic deli sandwiches, subs, and classic fare.
Backwater Fins
Waterfront restaurant at the end of Ozello Trail serving fresh seafood and cold drinks with stunning Gulf views.
Magnolia Breeze Restaurant
The Biscuit Barn
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.
Latin Flavors Bar & Grill
Orochi Ramen
Authentic Japanese ramen restaurant
Puddle Jumpers Lakeside Grill & Bar
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.
Shadrach's Fiery Furnace
Family-owned wood-fired pizza restaurant in downtown Mount Dora, started as a mobile pizza oven touring art shows and festivals since 2011, now serving Neapolitan-style pies from an authentic oven.
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.
China Lee Buffet
All-you-can-eat Chinese buffet on Silver Springs Boulevard with a rotating selection of classic Chinese-American dishes, sushi, and desserts. A budget-friendly option for big appetites.
Icy King
Smoothies, wraps, ice cream and shaved ice
Diner on the Square
My Quate
Tiki Bar & Grill
Easygoing hangout on Lake Minneloa featuring American eats, brews & scenic outdoor seating.
Bori Burger Café and More
Cuban-inspired cafe in Leesburg known for its Cuban sandwiches, steak sandwiches, beef empanadas, and generous portions at affordable prices.
La Hacienda Restaurant at Mission Inn
Upscale dining room serving steaks, seafood, and Spanish-influenced cuisine in an elegant hacienda setting with lake views.
Barrels and Boards, LLC
Charcuterie and craft dining experience
Artman Country Smokehouse
Barbecue smokehouse in Summerfield, FL, serving Southern smoked meats.
Eaton's Beach Sandbar & Grill
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.
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.
Ski Beach Bar and Grill
Waterfront restaurant on Lake Harris in Leesburg offering American favorites and fresh seafood with stunning lake views, plus a Sunday brunch buffet.
Front Porch Restaurant
Home-style restaurant in Dunnellon serving comfort food classics — think fried chicken, meatloaf, and biscuits. The kind of place where the food tastes like somebody's grandma made it.
Bluefin Grill & Bar
Steak, seafood & cocktails offered in a modern, nautical-themed dining room with sea-blue decor.
Say Taco Tequila Bar & Grill
Homestyle eatery with a terrace whipping up hearty nachos & tacos alongside margaritas & beer.
CAVA
Mediterranean restaurant for thoughtful food with customizable greens & grains bowls, pitas & salad.
Oakwood Smokehouse & Grill
Local BBQ chain serving ribs, steakburgers, seafood & Southern sides in a relaxed atmosphere.
Twisted Biscuit Diner
Popular Tavares diner serving traditional Southern comfort food with a twist, built around flavored, made-from-scratch biscuits, open daily from 6:30 AM to 2:30 PM for breakfast and lunch.
Yellow Pony Pub & Garden
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 Crooked Fork
Waterfront Grille
The Salted Fry
100% gluten-free European-style frite shop in downtown Mount Dora serving Belgian-style fries, fresh-made dipping sauces, panini sandwiches, and their own bourbon-cooked ketchup.
Bayside Seafood Grille
Seafood restaurant in downtown Crystal River featuring fresh local catches and a cozy dining atmosphere.
Storming Crab
Island Fin Poke
Hawaiian-style poke restaurant at Brownwood serving fresh, sustainably sourced sushi and cooked proteins in customizable bowls with over 25 toppings, plus beer, wine, and Dole Whip.
ZENSHI Handcrafted Sushi
Mamma Rita's Pizzeria
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

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