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Food & drink in Central Florida.

Every place to eat & drink in Central Florida — 141 and counting. Filter by cuisine, jump A–Z, or just browse.

Food & drink in Central Florida

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O'Malley's Alley

O'Malley's Alley

Ocala · pub

A longtime Ocala favorite for live music in a classic pub setting. Reliable lineup of local and regional acts.

Tierra Del Sol Bar & Grill

Tierra Del Sol Bar & Grill

The Villages · bar
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.

The Whistle Stop

The Whistle Stop

Clermont · bar
The Office at the Crossroads

The Office at the Crossroads

Brooksville · bar

Bar and social gathering spot in the Spring Hill area.

The Argonaut Bar and Lounge

The Argonaut Bar and Lounge

Tavares · bar

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

The Bell Clermont

The Bell Clermont

Clermont · bar
Mickey's Bar Crystal River

Mickey's Bar Crystal River

Crystal River · bar

Family-operated bar and grill in Crystal River with pool tables, weekly live music, karaoke, and a unique lobster claw machine where you can catch your own dinner.

Ruby Street Grille

Ruby Street Grille

Tavares · pub

Tavares' go-to for lakeside live entertainment and cold drinks. Ruby Street Grille keeps the patio packed with regular live music, a solid pub menu, and views of Lake Dora. It's more bar-with-great-food than restaurant-with-a-bar.

Ednas' On The Green

Ednas' On The Green

The Villages · bar
The Grill at Pepper Creek

The Grill at Pepper Creek

Homosassa · bar

Casual eatery inside Homosassa Springs Wildlife State Park with indoor seating overlooking Pepper Creek, serving pizzas, sandwiches, and salads — no park admission required to dine.

Beef 'O' Brady's

Beef 'O' Brady's

Crystal River · bar

Family-friendly sports bar chain serving wings, burgers, and pub fare with plenty of TVs for game day. The kind of place where you can bring the kids and still catch the game.

Square 1 Burgers & Bar

Square 1 Burgers & Bar

The Villages · bar

Craft burger joint in The Villages building smash burgers with creative toppings and a solid craft beer selection. The kind of place where the burgers are messy in the best way.

Magnolia's Oyster Bar

Magnolia's Oyster Bar

Leesburg · bar

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

The Warehouse Social Club operated by the Military Fire Police Support Association

The Warehouse Social Club operated by the Military Fire Police Support Association

Leesburg · bar

Community social club in downtown Leesburg operated by the Military Fire Police Support Association, hosting events, gatherings, and entertainment for members and guests.

HandleBar Mount Dora

HandleBar Mount Dora

Mount Dora · cocktails

Mount Dora's craft cocktail destination on the top floor of the Mount Dora Marketplace. Open-air atmosphere, stunning downtown views, seasonal cocktail specials, and live music. Speakeasy vibes with fresh-made drinks.

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.

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.

Castaways Bar & Grill

Castaways Bar & Grill

Crystal River · bar

Casual waterfront bar and grill in Crystal River with cold drinks, pub food, and a laid-back outdoor vibe. A popular post-dive or post-kayak hangout.

The Cove Pub & Grub

The Cove Pub & Grub

Inverness · bar

Lakeside pub and grill on the Tsala Apopka chain of lakes with outdoor seating, wings, burgers, and cold drinks.

Bru Tap House

Bru Tap House

Tavares · craft beer bar

Thirty craft taps with a local focus, live music, board games, and the kind of laid-back energy that makes downtown Tavares feel like it's having a moment. If you're looking for the heartbeat of the local craft beer scene, this is it.

Bank Street

Bank Street

Ocala · cocktails

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

Green Valley Country Club

Green Valley Country Club

Clermont · bar

Public 18-hole championship golf course in the rolling hills of Clermont designed by Lloyd Clifton in 1966, featuring scenic elevation changes and lake views, with a driving range, pro shop, and full-service bar and grill.

Wildwood Vineyard and Events (Winery)

Wildwood Vineyard and Events (Winery)

Wildwood · bar

Wildwood Vineyard is a beautiful event space where you can host weddings and special events, offering a lovely atmosphere and delicious wine.

Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 8087

Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 8087

Mount Dora · bar

VFW Post 8087 in Mt Dora, FL, offers a community space for veterans and their families.

Whiskey Kitchen Mount Dora

Whiskey Kitchen Mount Dora

Mount Dora · bar

Scratch-made American cuisine restaurant in downtown Mount Dora open for lunch, dinner, and weekend brunch, with a pet-friendly outdoor patio featuring live music every Friday and Saturday.

El Mezcal Mexican Restaurant Mount Dora

El Mezcal Mexican Restaurant Mount Dora

Mount Dora · bar

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.

Los Magueyes Crystal River

Los Magueyes Crystal River

Crystal River · bar

Mexican restaurant chain location in Crystal River serving fresh-made traditional dishes including tacos, burritos, fajitas, enchiladas, and specialty cocktails.

The Sipping Garden and Bistro

The Sipping Garden and Bistro

Leesburg · wine bar

A wine bar and bistro in downtown Leesburg with a garden atmosphere and a curated wine list paired with bistro fare. It's the kind of spot this area has been missing -- relaxed, a little sophisticated, and perfect for a long afternoon.

Mutiny Bar Ocala

Mutiny Bar Ocala

Ocala · bar
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.

The Nest At Papilio

The Nest At Papilio

Mount Dora · nightlife

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.

Savages Bar and Grill

Savages Bar and Grill

Brooksville · bar

Casual bar and grill in Brooksville serving American classics including burgers and wings, with outdoor seating.

Boss Ladies Gastrobar & Billiards

Boss Ladies Gastrobar & Billiards

Spring Hill · bar

A casual yet refined atmosphere inviting beer enthusiasts, cocktail aficionados, and food lovers to enjoy billiards and food together.

Marmaduke's Lodge

Marmaduke's Lodge

Leesburg · bar

Multi-concept venue in downtown Leesburg featuring Americana food, craft beer, Burns Drugstore Speakeasy, and SLICE pizza by the slice, with live entertainment and outdoor seating.

Rookies Family Grille & Bar

Rookies Family Grille & Bar

Spring Hill · bar

Lively, family-run sports bar & American grill offering lots of TVs, a kids' menu, patio & karaoke.

Holy Sh'mokes Cigar & Wine Lounge

Holy Sh'mokes Cigar & Wine Lounge

The Villages · bar

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.

The Salty Scallop Pub

The Salty Scallop Pub

Crystal River · bar

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.

Silver Moon Tavern

Silver Moon Tavern

Dunnellon · bar

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.

Fiesta Grande Mexican Grill

Fiesta Grande Mexican Grill

The Villages · bar

Casual Mexican restaurant in The Villages serving tacos, enchiladas, fajitas, and margaritas. A solid spot for a quick Tex-Mex fix with friendly service.

C & D Coliseum

C & D Coliseum

Ocala · nightlife

Neighborhood sports bar and nightclub in Ocala with eight TVs for watching sports, pool, darts, Jenga, karaoke three nights a week, and an attached liquor store.

The Thirsty Cobbler

The Thirsty Cobbler

Ocala · cocktails

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.

Serendipity Brews

Serendipity Brews

Mount Dora · bar

Artisan coffee shop and craft beer bar in downtown Mount Dora with 14 draft beers, 150+ packaged options, retro decor, and regular live music adding to the town's nightlife.

The Blue Gator Tiki Bar & Restaurant

The Blue Gator Tiki Bar & Restaurant

Dunnellon · tiki bar

Southern-style seafood with stunning river views and a non-pretentious tiki atmosphere. The extensive outdoor seating area overlooks the Withlacoochee River, and the menu leans into fresh prawns, fish, and local specialties at fair prices.

Pups Pub Clermont

Pups Pub Clermont

Clermont · bar
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.

Shamrock Lounge & Package

Shamrock Lounge & Package

Leesburg · bar

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.

Good Time

Good Time

Brooksville · bar

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

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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