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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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Terrace on the Square

Terrace on the Square

Ocala · cocktails

Rooftop bar atop the Hilton Garden Inn in downtown Ocala. Creative cocktails, appetizer specials, and panoramic views of the Square. Open Sun-Thu 4-11pm, Fri-Sat 4pm-midnight.

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.

Gator's Dockside Clermont

Gator's Dockside Clermont

Clermont · bar

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

The Anchor on Sunset Harbor

The Anchor on Sunset Harbor

Summerfield · bar

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.

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.

Tidal Brewing Company

Tidal Brewing Company

Spring Hill · bar

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

Fresh jalapeño Mexican Restaurant

Fresh jalapeño Mexican Restaurant

The Villages · bar

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.

Nine State Brewery

Nine State Brewery

Inverness · bar

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.

Steve's Package & Lounge

Steve's Package & Lounge

Leesburg · bar

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 Cove Bar

The Cove Bar

Clermont · bar
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.

Dirty South Saloon

Dirty South Saloon

Leesburg · bar

Leesburg's honky-tonk and biker bar featuring live bands, karaoke, line dancing, pool, darts, and themed events in a smoke-free indoor space with a spacious outdoor area.

Ednas' On The Green

Ednas' On The Green

The Villages · bar
Maw's Mountain Moonshine

Maw's Mountain Moonshine

Mount Dora · bar

Family-owned craft distillery in Mount Dora featuring hand-crafted moonshine made from Appalachian Mountain family recipes passed down through generations, with tastings and a retail shop.

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.

Coach's Pub & Eatery

Coach's Pub & Eatery

Inverness · pub

The hub of downtown Inverness since 1991. Custom burgers, sandwiches, wraps, and downtown's largest selection of craft and domestic beer. Over thirty years of consistent pub food and genuine community gathering -- a rare combination.

The Dam Pub

The Dam Pub

Panasoffkee · bar

Quirky local pub with a cozy atmosphere on Lake Panasoffkee.

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.

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.

Norton's Riverside Sports Bar and Grill

Norton's Riverside Sports Bar and Grill

Crystal River · bar

Straightforward hangout for sports, American grill fare & bar games, with tables on a spacious deck.

Back Porch Pizza Bar

Back Porch Pizza Bar

Mount Dora · bar

Scratch-made Neapolitan-style pizza and craft cocktails served in a converted 1919 carriage house in downtown Mount Dora. The poke bowls are a surprising hit, and the intimate space is full of character.

Blushin' Bubbles

Blushin' Bubbles

Clermont · bar
Roasted Spirit

Roasted Spirit

Clermont · bar

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.

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.

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.

Leo's Grill & Barbecue

Leo's Grill & Barbecue

Clermont · bar

American and Brazilian barbecue restaurant at The Citrus Tower in Clermont specializing in slow-cooked meats smoked over hickory and oak wood, including brisket, picanha, and homemade beef pastrami.

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.

Pueblo Viejo Mexican Restaurant

Pueblo Viejo Mexican Restaurant

Brooksville · bar

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

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.

Sud's Bottleshop & Saloon

Sud's Bottleshop & Saloon

Clermont · bar

Craft beer bottle shop and saloon in downtown Clermont

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.

Tierra Del Sol Bar & Grill

Tierra Del Sol Bar & Grill

The Villages · bar
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.

County Line Smokehouse & Spirits

County Line Smokehouse & Spirits

Weirsdale · bar

Weirsdale's go-to for slow-smoked BBQ, born from a 50-year-old bar and a rediscovered brick smokehouse out back. Ribs are the signature, and there's live music, pool tables, and a full bar to round out the night.

Manatee Campground Marina Pub

Manatee Campground Marina Pub

Homosassa · bar

Waterfront pub at a campground and marina on the Homosassa River, offering drinks and casual fare in a laid-back outdoor setting.

Twysted Vyne

Twysted Vyne

Inverness · bar

Casual fine dining wine bar in downtown Inverness pairing a curated selection of quality wines and craft beers with an upscale bistro menu and live music from local musicians.

Kalua Beach Bar

Kalua Beach Bar

Tavares · tiki 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.

Good Time

Good Time

Brooksville · bar

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

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.

Baseline Bar & Billiards

Baseline Bar & Billiards

Ocala · nightlife

No-frills neighborhood bar with pool tables, cold beer, and a jukebox. The kind of dive bar where you can shoot pool in peace and nobody rushes you.

Stagger Inn

Stagger Inn

Mount Dora · cocktail bar

Downtown bar with a cozy interior and sidewalk seating on Donnelly Street. Known for craft cocktails, local beers, and a laid-back evening atmosphere.

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.

Pine Street Pub

Pine Street Pub

Inverness · bar

Downtown Inverness Irish-style pub established in 2013 with 21 craft beers on tap including Guinness, daily specials like shepherd's pie, and live music on the outdoor deck most Fridays.

The Bell Clermont

The Bell Clermont

Clermont · bar
Oxford Downs

Oxford Downs

Summerfield · nightlife

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.

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.

Blondies

Blondies

The Villages · bar

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.

Terry's Place

Terry's Place

Ocala · bar

Laid-back hangout offering huge portions of American grill fare plus a bar with sports on TV.

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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