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Food & drink in Central Florida.

Every place to eat & drink in Central Florida — 687 and counting. Filter by cuisine, jump A–Z, or just browse.

Food & drink in Central Florida

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Yellow Pony Pub & Garden

Yellow Pony Pub & Garden

Ocala · pub

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.

Florida Cracker Tap Room and Bourbon Bar

Florida Cracker Tap Room and Bourbon Bar

Brooksville · restaurant

Small, easygoing taproom with a broad selection of Florida-brewed craft beers, plus an outdoor area.

Ednas' On The Green

Ednas' On The Green

The Villages · bar
Rutabagas Natural Food Market & Café

Rutabagas Natural Food Market & Café

Inverness · coffee shop

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.

The Forge Ocala

The Forge Ocala

Ocala · restaurant

Ocala's newest culinary destination featuring six distinct concept restaurants under one roof, including Asian fusion, Mediterranean tapas, a speakeasy, a brewery, and a dessert bar.

Maramay

Maramay

Ocala · cafe
Barrels and Boards, LLC

Barrels and Boards, LLC

Clermont · restaurant

Charcuterie and craft dining experience

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Braised Onion

Braised Onion

Ocala · american

Family-owned and full of personality, Braised Onion serves comfort food done right — legendary crispy onion fritters, meatloaf, and chicken pot pie in a vibrant, art-filled space.

St. Johns Tavern

St. Johns Tavern

Crystal River · restaurant

Classic pub fare is served alongside beer & cocktails in this warm, wood-&-brick locale.

Ocean Buffet

Ocean Buffet

Ocala · restaurant

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.

Taste Of Lebanon

Taste Of Lebanon

Eustis · restaurant
Clermont Oyster Bar

Clermont Oyster Bar

Clermont · bar

Raw bar and seafood restaurant in Clermont serving oysters on the half shell, peel-and-eat shrimp, and fried seafood baskets in a casual, laid-back atmosphere.

Southern Hills Plantation Club

Southern Hills Plantation Club

Brooksville · restaurant

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.

The Bell Clermont

The Bell Clermont

Clermont · bar
Panadería La Joya

Panadería La Joya

Eustis · bakery
Fiesta Grande Brownwood

Fiesta Grande Brownwood

The Villages · bar

Family-owned Mexican grill at Brownwood serving authentic, made-from-scratch Mexican cuisine since 2006, with a full bar, daily luncheon specials, and a festive atmosphere.

Bori Burger Café and More

Bori Burger Café and More

Leesburg · coffee shop

Cuban-inspired cafe in Leesburg known for its Cuban sandwiches, steak sandwiches, beef empanadas, and generous portions at affordable prices.

Broad Street Brewing Co.

Broad Street Brewing Co.

Brooksville · brewery

Broad Street Brewing is a community-focused microbrewery in Brooksville, FL that offers live music, creative workshops, and a welcoming atmosphere for locals and visitors alike.

City Fire

City Fire

The Villages · american

Upscale-casual American grill at Lake Sumter Landing featuring wood-fired pizzas, craft cocktails, and a vibrant patio overlooking the square.

Bamboo Bistro

Bamboo Bistro

The Villages · restaurant

Comfortable Pan-Asian joint with roomy booth seating supplying fusion fare, like sushi & pho.

Pepe's Cantina Clermont

Pepe's Cantina Clermont

Clermont · restaurant
Backwater Fins

Backwater Fins

Crystal River · restaurant

Waterfront restaurant at the end of Ozello Trail serving fresh seafood and cold drinks with stunning Gulf views.

Sipping Grounds

Sipping Grounds

Ocala · coffee shop

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

Suncreek Cafe

Suncreek Cafe

Clermont · restaurant
El Toreo

El Toreo

Ocala · restaurant
Good Time

Good Time

Brooksville · bar

A place offering natural wine, Florida beer, specialty coffee, mocktails, and ice cream located in Brooksville, FL.

The Mystic Cup

Eustis · cafe
O'Keefe's Irish Pub & Restaurant

O'Keefe's Irish Pub & Restaurant

Tavares · bar

Classic pub with traditional food & pints, polished wood decor, beer signage & live music.

Best of British Pub

Best of British Pub

The Villages · bar

Informal spot offering all-day breakfast, toasties & pies, plus traditional afternoon tea.

Sauced Hogs BBQ Bar & Grill

Sauced Hogs BBQ Bar & Grill

Crystal River · restaurant

Barbecue restaurant and bar in Hernando near Crystal River serving smoked meats and classic BBQ sides. Features weekly karaoke on Thursdays, live music on weekends, and trivia nights in a casual, family-friendly setting.

The Freezer Tiki Bar

The Freezer Tiki Bar

Crystal River · seafood

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.

La Casa Di Norma

La Casa Di Norma

Crystal River · bar

Italian restaurant in Crystal River crafting unforgettable dining experiences with homemade pasta, fresh seafood, and classic Italian flavors using the freshest local ingredients.

Anti-Monopoly Drug Store

Anti-Monopoly Drug Store

Ocala · bar
La Palma Mexican Grill

La Palma Mexican Grill

Leesburg · restaurant

Casual, informal spot serving Mexican standards from tacos to burritos plus beers & tequila drinks.

The Coffee Corral

The Coffee Corral

Inverness · coffee shop

Coffee shop in Floral City serving specialty coffees and light bites in a relaxed setting.

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.

Waterfront Grille

Waterfront Grille

Eustis · restaurant
On the Green Cafe

On the Green Cafe

Ocala · cafe
Pardon My Cheesesteak

Pardon My Cheesesteak

The Villages · restaurant
Three Six Bistro

Three Six Bistro

Ocala · new american

Chef Sean Langan brings modernist, West Coast-inflected cuisine to Ocala in this intimate fine dining bistro. Every dish is scratch-made with high-quality ingredients, and the creativity on the plate is genuinely surprising for a mid-Florida town.

Lakis Restaurant

Lakis Restaurant

Ocala · restaurant

Popular Greek & Italian dishes served in a casual space with murals of quaint Aegean scenes.

RJ Gator's Florida Sea Grill & Bar

RJ Gator's Florida Sea Grill & Bar

The Villages · bar

Florida-themed bar and grill at Lake Sumter Landing with seafood, burgers, and tropical cocktails. The outdoor seating puts you right in the middle of the nightly entertainment scene.

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.

Lollygaggers Sports Pub & Grill - Wildwood

Lollygaggers Sports Pub & Grill - Wildwood

The Villages · restaurant

The Lodge Ocala Pub & Eatery

Ocala · restaurant
Lake Harris Hideaway

Lake Harris Hideaway

Tavares · restaurant

Biker-owned, kid-friendly hangout featuring American eats plus a full bar & lakeside setting.

ROYAL ORCHID THAI Cuisine

ROYAL ORCHID THAI Cuisine

Ocala · restaurant

Various Thai favorites, plus beer & wine, are served in a traditional, wood-paneled setting.

Faith's Charcuterie Co

Clermont · cafe
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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