Food & drink in Central Florida.
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Food & drink in Central Florida
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Super Tacos Truck
Mexican food truck serving tacos and more
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.
Brick & Iron Cafe
A health-conscious cafe in downtown Ocala specializing in acai bowls, smoothies, and grab-and-go meals. If you're looking for something lighter than the usual comfort food options, this is your spot. Great coffee, too.
Coastal Del Mar
Seafood with flair at Spanish Springs. A popular spot for dinner right on the square with live music steps away.
Darrel's Dinner # 23
The Angler's Club
Private members-only fine dining restaurant at Lake Sumter Landing with a lodge atmosphere, stone fireplace, and a seasonal menu featuring seared venison and coffee-crusted bison.
The Crazy Cucumber 352 Eatery and Bar
Colorful, modern tavern offering inventive American grub, a full bar & outdoor seating.
American With A Latin Twist
Cafe in Bushnell blending American and Latin flavors, serving coffee, breakfast items, and lunch in a casual setting.
The Flying Biscuit Cafe
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.
Brothers Pizza
Family-friendly pizza restaurant with hand-tossed pies, pasta, and Italian favorites.
Stavros and Sons Fruitland Park
Informal Italian eatery serving pizza, pasta, calzones & sandwiches, plus beer & wine.
St. Johns Tavern
Classic pub fare is served alongside beer & cocktails in this warm, wood-&-brick locale.
Root & Branch Bistro + Bar
A labor of love from proprietors Jason and Casey Baruch, Root & Branch has won multiple Taste of South Lake awards for good reason. The fried green tomatoes are legendary, and the upscale-but-casual vibe hits that sweet spot for a special night out.
The Deli Llama, Cafe.- Espresso & Sandwiches
Creative cafe in downtown Mount Dora serving crafted pressed sandwiches with house-made meats and espresso by day, transforming into The Llama Lounge evenings with small bites, beer, wine, and sake cocktails.
Sakura Restaurant
Latin Flavors Bar & Grill
COSA NOSTRA ITALIAN DELI
Italian deli in downtown Clermont
Luigi's Pizza of Brooksville
Pizzas, pasta dishes & other comfort eats are menu staples at this simple eatery with a casual vibe.
Bayside Seafood Grille
Seafood restaurant in downtown Crystal River featuring fresh local catches and a cozy dining atmosphere.
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.
Napolinos
Casual stop serving pizza, pasta & seafood, meat & chicken entrees in a relaxed space.
Bubba's Crab & Seafood
Casual seafood restaurant in Leesburg serving crab legs, shrimp, fish and chips, and other ocean favorites. A straightforward spot for a seafood fix without the fuss.
Shuckin' Shack Oyster Bar
Family-friendly hub for steamed & raw shellfish, wings & beers served in a no-frills setting.
Orange Blossom Hills Golf & Country Club
18-hole public golf course surrounded by rolling terrain and mature oaks. Affordable green fees and a friendly clubhouse.
Fish Camp on Lake Eustis
Waterfront farm-to-table dining on Lake Eustis with a menu built around local craft beers and Central Florida cuisine. The blackened grouper Reuben and hand-dipped coconut shrimp are signature dishes. The lake views don't hurt either.
Design Sushi
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.
M&M Old Hickory Smokehouse BBQ
A hole-in-the-wall in the best possible way. Smoked low and slow with old hickory wood, the brisket and ribs here are legit competition-quality barbecue. Limited hours mean you need to plan around their schedule, but that's what good BBQ demands.
The Lodge Ocala Pub & Eatery
Latinos Y Mas
Outstanding Latin cuisine in Ocala. A local favorite for authentic flavors and generous portions.
Countryside Diner
Big Lee's BBQ
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.
Cody's Original Roadhouse - Crystal River
Folksy chain serving American comfort food in a roadhouse-themed space decorated with Americana.
Eden Abbey Brewing Community
Family-owned Mount Dora brewpub with 14 taps of Belgian-inspired house-brewed beers, scratch-made empanadas, Wagyu burgers, and a backyard where kids can run free. Sunday brunch comes with live music — the whole package.
Gruff's Tap & Grille
Local pub and grille in Dunnellon with craft beers on tap, burgers, wings, and a relaxed vibe. A solid neighborhood hangout for a casual meal and a cold one.
Three Six Bistro
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.
4120 Bombay Cafe
Little Fin
Fast-casual seafood spot inside The Market at Sawgrass Grove specializing in sauteed (not fried) dishes including walleye, fish and chips, oyster po'boys, and bang bang shrimp.
La Hacienda Restaurant at Mission Inn
Upscale dining room serving steaks, seafood, and Spanish-influenced cuisine in an elegant hacienda setting with lake views.
Las Margaritas Mexican Restaurant & Gallery
Mexican eatery featuring a broad menu in vibrantly colored surrounds decorated with art.
Lighthouse Point Bar & Grill
Waterfront dining at Lake Sumter Landing with solid food, gorgeous views, and live music. The kind of place where lunch turns into an afternoon.
Brooksville Country Club
Brooksville Country Club is a premier golf destination in Florida, recognized for its beautiful course and exceptional amenities.
Nature Coast Bar and Grill
Casual bar and grill on Yulee Drive in Homosassa serving American pub fare and drinks.
Catfish Johnny's
A local institution for fried catfish, hush puppies, and Southern-style seafood. No-frills atmosphere with big portions.
Rutabagas Natural Food Market & Café
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.
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.
BVL Oyster Bar (BOB's)
Located in Brooksville, Florida, the BVL Oyster Bar is an eclectic roadside relic just off Highway 98 offering no-frills grub and good times.
Los Magueyes Mexican Restaurant - Wildwood
Informal strip-mall setting for traditional Mexican comfort foods with margaritas & piña coladas.

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