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Food & drink in Central Florida.

Every place to eat & drink in Central Florida — 686 and counting. Filter by cuisine, jump A–Z, or just browse.

Food & drink in Central Florida

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CAVA

CAVA

Ocala · restaurant

Mediterranean restaurant for thoughtful food with customizable greens & grains bowls, pitas & salad.

Red Rooster Cookie Jar LLC

Red Rooster Cookie Jar LLC

The Villages · bakery
BTW's Crafted Concoctions

BTW's Crafted Concoctions

Tavares · bar

Creative cocktail bar, new American kitchen, and coffee shop in downtown Tavares known for seasonal pop-up transformations and inventive craft concoctions.

THE FLAME

THE FLAME

Ocala · restaurant
Inverness Coffee House and Hemptation Station

Inverness Coffee House and Hemptation Station

Inverness · coffee shop

Cozy coffee house in Inverness serving coffee, acai bowls, crepes, soups, Lotus energy drinks, and soft-serve ice cream in a welcoming atmosphere with chill music.

Frenchy's

Frenchy's

The Villages · restaurant

Wood-fired pizza spot inside The Market at Sawgrass Grove serving authentic sourdough crust pizzas cooked in a specialty oven for grab-and-go dining.

Old Time Diner

Old Time Diner

Leesburg · restaurant

1950s-themed diner in Leesburg serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner with live entertainment featuring the village cowboy on Tuesday evenings.

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Amrit Palace

Amrit Palace

Ocala · indian

The best Indian food within 50 miles, and it's not close. The lunch buffet is a steal, the naan comes out of the tandoor perfectly blistered, and the menu is deep enough that regulars are still discovering new favorites after years of visits.

KPOT Korean BBQ & Hot Pot

KPOT Korean BBQ & Hot Pot

Ocala · restaurant

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.

Lalys Cakery

Lalys Cakery

Clermont · bakery
18 South Coffee

18 South Coffee

Ocala · cafe
Countryside Diner

Countryside Diner

Eustis · restaurant
Caffe Connection

Caffe Connection

Spring Hill · coffee shop

At Caffe Connections, we make the connection with our customers through food and fresh coffees.

Steak 'n Shake

Ocala · restaurant

Chain known for steakburgers & milkshakes offering a dinerlike space with retro flair.

Island Fin Poke

Island Fin Poke

The Villages · restaurant

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.

The Fire Japanese Steak House

The Fire Japanese Steak House

Leesburg · restaurant

Japanese steakhouse in Leesburg featuring hibachi grills with teppanyaki chefs cooking tableside, plus sushi and traditional Japanese cuisine, family-owned and operated.

EDO Sushi

EDO Sushi

Ocala · restaurant

Modern Japanese steakhouse offering sushi, noodle dishes & entertaining hibachi chefs.

Gruff's Tap & Grille

Gruff's Tap & Grille

Dunnellon · restaurant

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.

Central Cafe & Bakery

Central Cafe & Bakery

Inverness · bakery

Charming cafe and bakery serving fresh-baked goods, breakfast, and lunch in Inverness.

Harry and The Natives

Harry and The Natives

The Villages · american

An over-water tiki hut serving American fare with a seafood slant. No reservations, first come first served -- which somehow makes snagging a table feel like a small victory. The waterfront setting alone is worth the trip.

The Angler's Club

The Angler's Club

The Villages · restaurant

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.

Cravella

Cravella

Eustis · ice cream
Spill the Beans Co.

Spill the Beans Co.

Leesburg · coffee shop

Local cafe and coffee roaster in Leesburg offering house-roasted lattes, mochas, frappes, Lotus energy drinks, and fresh cooked-to-order food, where regulars are known by name.

Billy's Cafe

Billy's Cafe

The Villages · cafe
Tipsy Tarpon

Tipsy Tarpon

Crystal River · restaurant

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.

Tidal Brewing Company

Tidal Brewing Company

Spring Hill · bar

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

The Lazy Maid Crêperie

The Lazy Maid Crêperie

Brooksville · restaurant

Highly rated French creperie in downtown Brooksville serving both sweet and savory crepes in a charming setting with indoor and outdoor seating, open for breakfast and lunch.

The Coffee Corral

The Coffee Corral

Inverness · coffee shop

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

Suncreek Cafe

Suncreek Cafe

Clermont · restaurant
Crafted - Fine Dine Steakhouse

Crafted - Fine Dine Steakhouse

Clermont · restaurant
Rocco's Pizza & Cafe

Rocco's Pizza & Cafe

Crystal River · bar

Italian restaurant in Crystal River serving pizza, pasta, fresh seafood, and chicken alongside a made-to-order sushi bar, with house-made desserts like cannoli and tiramisu.

Eaton's Beach Sandbar & Grill

Eaton's Beach Sandbar & Grill

Weirsdale · restaurant

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.

Orange Blossom Hills Golf & Country Club

Orange Blossom Hills Golf & Country Club

Wildwood · golf

18-hole public golf course surrounded by rolling terrain and mature oaks. Affordable green fees and a friendly clubhouse.

Anti-Monopoly Drug Store

Anti-Monopoly Drug Store

Ocala · bar
Gator's Dockside Brownwood

Gator's Dockside Brownwood

The Villages · restaurant

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

Suncreek Brewery

Suncreek Brewery

Clermont · bar

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.

Havana Country Club Restaurant

Havana Country Club Restaurant

The Villages · restaurant

Country club restaurant in The Villages with a relaxed atmosphere and a menu of American classics. A neighborhood favorite for lunch after a round of golf.

City Fire American Oven & Bar

City Fire American Oven & Bar

The Villages · restaurant

Upscale-casual eatery offering American fare from sandwiches to steaks, plus a full bar.

Riviera Maya Mexican Restaurant

Riviera Maya Mexican Restaurant

Dunnellon · restaurant

Beloved family-run Mexican restaurant in Dunnellon since 2010 serving authentic dishes with fresh, locally-sourced ingredients and an impressive tequila selection in a colorful, lively setting.

Las Palmas Cuban Restaurant

Las Palmas Cuban Restaurant

Mount Dora · restaurant

Traditional Cuban fare whipped up in easygoing, compact quarters with a full bar & outdoor seats.

Angelotti's Pizza

Angelotti's Pizza

Inverness · restaurant

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.

Wolf Branch Brewing - Eustis

Wolf Branch Brewing - Eustis

Eustis · brewery
Tea House 650

Tea House 650

Crystal River · coffee shop

Cozy tea room in Heritage Village offering 70+ loose-leaf teas including organic and fair trade varieties, alongside paninis, fresh-baked scones, and a curated gift selection.

Elevation 89

Elevation 89

Ocala · restaurant

Unique dining experience at the Ocala Airport with gorgeous runway views and spectacular sunsets. Named for the airport's 89-foot elevation. American cuisine in a one-of-a-kind atmosphere.

Hamrick Family Vineyards

Hamrick Family Vineyards

Leesburg · bar

Leesburg's original speakeasy and emporium serving craft beer, wine, and specialty cocktails in downtown Leesburg, with a vineyard in Howey-in-the-Hills and a full production winery in the works.

AK Pho & Boba Tea

AK Pho & Boba Tea

Ocala · restaurant
Historic Downtown Clermont

Historic Downtown Clermont

Clermont · restaurant

This charming downtown area features historic houses & buildings, retail shops & restaurants.

Citrus Coffee

Citrus Coffee

Clermont · cafe
Atmospheric interior

A note from the editor

Most Tuesdays here, the room finds you.

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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