Food & drink in Central Florida.

Fiesta Grande Brownwood

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.

Blushin' Bubbles

2 Rivers Bar and Grill

Local bar and live music venue on the Withlacoochee and Rainbow rivers in Dunnellon, featuring a spacious outdoor patio, karaoke nights, pool, darts, and food from the attached RoughStock Grill.

Drafts Sports Bar & Grill

Classic sports bar at Lake Sumter Landing with dozens of TVs, pub grub, and cold draft beer. A top spot for watching games.

Roasted Spirit

Elevated cocktail bar and scratch kitchen in downtown Clermont's ArtWalk district, featuring coffee-infused craft cocktails, small bites like bourbon-braised pork belly sliders, and live entertainment.

Black Prong Whiskey Bar & Grill

Whiskey bar and grill in Ocala.

FONDA DULCE JESUS MIO OCALA

Authentic Latin American restaurant and nightlife spot in Ocala serving traditional dishes in a festive atmosphere. A vibrant spot for Latin food, music, and dancing.

Mojo's-Food. Music. Soul. (Ocala Location)

Live music venue and restaurant serving BBQ, burgers, and Southern comfort food with a side of blues and rock. The stage hosts local and touring acts, and the vibe is pure Ocala soul.

O'Keefe's Irish Pub & Restaurant

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

Charlie Horse Bar & Grill

Neighborhood bar and grill on Silver Springs Blvd in Ocala serving American fare with daily specials. Known for karaoke nights, DJ Bingo, and a lively local crowd with indoor and outdoor seating.

Tidal Brewing Company

An establishment where visitors 21 and over can enjoy craft beer and a lively atmosphere.

Silver Moon Tavern

Long-running live music venue and tavern on US-41 in Dunnellon, in business for over 25 years. Features live bands on Friday and Saturday nights, karaoke on Thursdays, daily specials, and happy hour from 3-7pm.

Steve's Package & Lounge

Long-running dive bar and package store on South 14th Street in Leesburg with karaoke, darts, drink specials, and a drive-through package window, open for over 33 years.

The Anchor on Sunset Harbor

Laid-back waterfront bar and grill on Sunset Harbor with burgers, wings, and crawfish boils. Live music, karaoke, and trivia nights — plus a back patio that's hard to beat on a warm evening.

Magnolia's Oyster Bar

Compact, unpretentious locale specializing in raw or cooked oysters & other seafood classics.

Mullets Sports Bar Clermont

Magnolia Wine Garden

Bank Street

Outdoor seating, craft cocktails, and live music on select nights. One of downtown Ocala's best spots for a night out.

Buddys Tavern

Neighborhood tavern on US-301 in Bushnell offering drinks and a casual local bar atmosphere.

Southern Axe House

Southern Axe House offers a unique and thrilling experience with axe throwing, escape rooms, and a welcoming atmosphere filled with Southern hospitality.

Sail Inn

Bar on Broad Street in the Brooksville area.

The Cove Bar

Pups Pub Clermont

The Thirsty Cobbler

Ocala's first speakeasy. Password-required entry, handcrafted cocktails around $12, vintage Prohibition-era decor, and intimate seating for about 20. No food served. Opens at 6pm nightly.

Shamrock Lounge & Package

Neighborhood dive bar and package store in Leesburg open daily till 2 AM with pool tables, darts, jukebox, live music, karaoke nights, and happy hour from 10 AM to 7 PM.

Frank's Place

Neighborhood bar in downtown Leesburg with a large pool hall, full liquor bar, karaoke on Wednesdays and Fridays, an outdoor live music pavilion, and pub-style food.

Oxford Downs

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.

Holy Sh'mokes Cigar & Wine Lounge

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.

Good Time

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

D J & Gina's Lounge

Local neighborhood bar in Summerfield with a laid-back atmosphere, cold drinks, and a jukebox. The kind of place where everybody knows your name.

Mustangs & Mulligans

Bar at Golden Oaks Country Club, Ocala.

Suncreek Brewery

Clermont's first craft brewery, established in 2018 on the Legacy Loop Trail near Lake Minneola, sharing a complex with coal-fired pizza and mac-and-cheese restaurant partners.

Gator's Dockside Clermont

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

Mutiny Bar Ocala

GAME CRAZY LLC

Entertainment venue in Leesburg featuring arcade games, gaming stations, and interactive experiences for all ages.

The Salty Scallop Pub

Neighborhood pub on US-19 in Crystal River serving bar bites, burgers, and adult beverages with all-day happy hour, plus live entertainment Friday-Saturday and karaoke nights.

Kalua Beach Bar

A lakefront bar with Hawaiian-inspired food, Lake Dora views, and live music on weekends. The vibe is Jimmy Buffett meets lake town Florida -- laid back, sandy-footed, and exactly where you want to be on a Friday night.

Storm Distillery

Veteran-owned craft distillery in downtown Inverness producing whiskey, rum, gin, absinthe, and moonshine from organic local ingredients, with a speakeasy-vibe cocktail lounge and live music Friday-Saturday.

The Train Station

Family-friendly game room, bar, and cafe in a restored historic Atlantic Coast Line train depot in downtown Inverness, featuring duckpin bowling, shuffleboard, craft beer, and soft serve.

The Nest At Papilio

Speakeasy-themed garden bar inside Papilio's botanical hall in downtown Mount Dora, offering 12 taps, 100+ beers, wine-based cocktails, and happy hour surrounded by lush tropical plants.

Fresh jalapeño Mexican Restaurant

Family-run Mexican restaurant in Lady Lake dishing out fresh-made tacos, burritos, and sizzling fajitas. The salsa bar and generous portions keep the regulars happy.

Pueblo Viejo Mexican Restaurant

Mexican restaurant on Cortez Boulevard in Brooksville serving traditional Mexican cuisine.

The Argonaut Bar and Lounge

The Argonaut is a submarine inspired bar and lounge serving wine, craft beer, tiki drinks, specialty cocktails, and tapas style food offerings.

Boot Scootin' Boozy

Country bar in Brooksville housed in a converted 1994 horse trailer, operating as a mobile bar service for weddings, parties, and events with custom cocktail menus.

El Mezcal Mexican Restaurant Mount Dora

Family-run Mexican restaurant on US-441 in Mount Dora dishing out generous portions of enchiladas, tacos, fajitas, and margaritas. Reliable Tex-Mex in a festive, colorful setting.

Blondies

Outdoor bar on Spanish Springs Town Square in The Villages featuring daily live entertainment, signature cocktails, craft beers, and wines by the glass. Hosts trivia nights, karaoke, and Saturday brunch specials.

Mezza Luna at the Villages

Italian restaurant in The Villages serving classic pasta dishes, brick-oven pizza, and seafood in a cozy setting. Date-night worthy with a solid wine list.

Nine State Brewery

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.