Food & drink in Central Florida.
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Food & drink in Central Florida
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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.
ROYAL ORCHID THAI Cuisine
Various Thai favorites, plus beer & wine, are served in a traditional, wood-paneled setting.
MrBeast Burger
Steak 'n Shake
Chain known for steakburgers & milkshakes offering a dinerlike space with retro flair.
El Rinconcito Mexican Grill & Cantina
Bayside Seafood Grille
Seafood restaurant in downtown Crystal River featuring fresh local catches and a cozy dining atmosphere.
Coney Island Drive Inn Eustis
Catrina Cocina Mexicana
Finca Pinar
Restaurant and catering business in Dunnellon offering fresh, farm-inspired cuisine.
Piesanos Stone Fired Pizza - Trinity
Local Italian chain serving stone-fired pizzas, plus pasta, entrees & subs, in a relaxed atmosphere.
Florida Cracker Tap Room and Bourbon Bar
Small, easygoing taproom with a broad selection of Florida-brewed craft beers, plus an outdoor area.
KPOT Korean BBQ & Hot Pot
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.
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.
Kungfu Chef Asian Restaurant
Claire's Creperie
Small crepe shop in the Mount Dora Marketplace serving sweet, savory, and breakfast crepes made from scratch, with gluten-free and keto options available.
Coastal Del Mar
Seafood with flair at Spanish Springs. A popular spot for dinner right on the square with live music steps away.
Kim's Cafe II
Neighborhood cafe in Homosassa serving breakfast, lunch, and comfort food.
Grannie's Country Cookin’ Restaurant
Long-standing American eatery supplying family-style breakfast & lunch standards in old-school digs.
Ironworks Steaks and Fine Cocktails
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.
Big Bass Grill
Indulge in delicious seafood dishes and more with a tiki-style lakefront view at Big Bass Grill in Lake Panasoffkee.
NE Seafood Shack
Real New England seafood in Leesburg -- lobster rolls, clam chowder, and fried clams done by people who actually know the difference. The chef comes out to greet customers, and the prices are reasonable for the quality.
Ivy on the Square
Southern-inspired cuisine is the specialty of this elegant restaurant in a circa-1890 building.
La Palma Mexican Grill
Casual, informal spot serving Mexican standards from tacos to burritos plus beers & tequila drinks.
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.
Calabria Ristorante & NY Style Pizza
Italian restaurant with New York-style pizza
Wolfgang Puck Kitchen + Bar
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.
Pico Bistro
Reveille Cafe The Villages
Comfortable daytime diner serving coffee & brunch favorites, including pancakes & omelets.
Mamma Rita's Pizzeria
Huarike Peruvian Cuisine
Pink and Sweet Bakery and Restaurant
The Brave Burger
Pepe's Cantina Clermont
El Ranchito The Villages
Dark & Light Cafe
Specialty coffee shop on Donnelly Street in Mount Dora with carefully crafted espresso drinks, pour-overs, and a rotating selection of single-origin beans. Cozy and inviting for a caffeine-fueled afternoon.
Froggers Grill and Bar
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.
Breakfast Station
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.
Pinsa Fire
Artman Country Smokehouse
Barbecue smokehouse in Summerfield, FL, serving Southern smoked meats.
Lakis Restaurant
Popular Greek & Italian dishes served in a casual space with murals of quaint Aegean scenes.
Chop Block Grill
Urban casual dining restaurant in downtown Brooksville featuring prime aged steaks, fresh seafood, pasta, and a full liquor bar in an inviting atmosphere.
Botanico Tacos & Tequila
Modern Mexican restaurant with roots in the vibrant flavors of Vera Cruz, offering creative tapas, tequila pairings, and an outdoor dining area with swings for kids and adults.
Golden Krust Caribbean Restaurant
Graffiti Seafood & More
Papa Joe's Italian Restaurant
Unpretentious, group-friendly destination for classic Italian fare, like pasta, pizza & subs.
The View at Clermont National
Restaurant and bar at Clermont National Golf Club offering panoramic views stretching to Disney, with New York-style pizza, fresh bowls, a driving range, and weekend live music.
Swampy's Bar & Grille
Nestled right on the Rainbow River, Swampy's has been a Dunnellon favorite for over a decade. The Cajun-inspired menu pairs perfectly with the riverfront setting, and it's the kind of place where you linger longer than you planned.
The Friar Tuck
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.

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