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Food & drink in Central Florida.

Every place to eat & drink in Central Florida — 687 and counting. Filter by cuisine, jump A–Z, or just browse.

Food & drink in Central Florida

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The Flying Biscuit Cafe

The Flying Biscuit Cafe

The Villages · breakfast

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.

Kim's Cafe II

Kim's Cafe II

Homosassa · coffee shop

Neighborhood cafe in Homosassa serving breakfast, lunch, and comfort food.

4120 Bombay Cafe

4120 Bombay Cafe

Ocala · restaurant
District Bar & Kitchen

District Bar & Kitchen

Ocala · cocktails

Ocala's 2025 Restaurant of the Year. Elevated bar classics, handcrafted cocktails, and live music in a high-energy downtown atmosphere.

Grannie's Country Cookin’ Restaurant

Grannie's Country Cookin’ Restaurant

Crystal River · restaurant

Long-standing American eatery supplying family-style breakfast & lunch standards in old-school digs.

Cookie Queen Factory

Cookie Queen Factory

Clermont · bakery
Candelaria Eatery & Cafe

Candelaria Eatery & Cafe

The Villages · colombian

Authentic Colombian flavors in a cozy cafe setting just outside The Villages. The arepas and empanadas are the real deal, and the coffee is strong enough to remind you why Colombia is famous for it.

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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.

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.

Renee's French Bakery

Renee's French Bakery

The Villages · bakery

French bakery at Brownwood Paddock Square offering handcrafted pastries, fresh-baked bread, quiches, and rich espresso.

Mystic Ice Cream

Mystic Ice Cream

The Villages · ice cream
Crossroads 44 Music & Sports Bar

Crossroads 44 Music & Sports Bar

Eustis · bar
WAVE - Asian Bistro & Sushi

WAVE - Asian Bistro & Sushi

Mount Dora · restaurant

Fusion fare such as sushi burritos & donuts, create-your-own bento boxes & poke bowls plus beer.

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.

Yellow Pony Pub & Garden

Yellow Pony Pub & Garden

Ocala · pub

An upscale pub and garden at the World Equestrian Center featuring craft cocktails, bourbon, and elevated pub fare with an outdoor terrace overlooking the equestrian grounds.

Campo Azul Mexican Kitchen

Campo Azul Mexican Kitchen

The Villages · restaurant
Keke's Breakfast Cafe

Keke's Breakfast Cafe

The Villages · coffee shop

Popular breakfast and brunch chain serving oversized pancakes, Belgian waffles, omelets, and fresh-squeezed juices. The wait on weekends is real, but the food makes it worth it.

Flag Coffee

Flag Coffee

Clermont · cafe
Snowbirds Billiards

Snowbirds Billiards

Ocala · bar
CEDAR GRILL CLERMONT

CEDAR GRILL CLERMONT

Clermont · restaurant

Mediterranean grill restaurant

CustomCookies365

CustomCookies365

Eustis · bakery
Friendly Grounds Cafe

Friendly Grounds Cafe

Clermont · cafe
Ipanema Brazilian Steak House

Ipanema Brazilian Steak House

Ocala · restaurant

Churrascaria with a salad bar & all-you-can-eat roasted meats served tableside by gaucho waiters.

Horse & Hounds Restaurant

Horse & Hounds Restaurant

Ocala · american

A dog-friendly American and British pub fare restaurant with over 15 outdoor tables. Known for generous portions of fish and chips, burgers, and steaks in a welcoming atmosphere.

The Station

The Station

Clermont · restaurant
Buffet City

Buffet City

Brooksville · restaurant

Asian buffet including sushi, hibachi & some American items, plus colorful lighting & modest decor.

Vincent's Italian Restaurant

Vincent's Italian Restaurant

Mount Dora · restaurant

Simple Italian eatery serving a classic menu including garlic rolls & a range of pasta dishes.

Sparacia Witherell Family Winery & Vineyards

Sparacia Witherell Family Winery & Vineyards

Ocala · winery
SideBar Tavern

SideBar Tavern

Inverness · bar

Friendly neighborhood restaurant and bar on Courthouse Square in downtown Inverness offering local craft beer, wine, and a casual dining menu.

Foxtail Coffee Co. & Kelly's Ice Cream - Magnolia Plaza

Foxtail Coffee Co. & Kelly's Ice Cream - Magnolia Plaza

The Villages · cafe
Mimi's Cafe

Mimi's Cafe

Ocala · restaurant

Casual chain restaurant serving French & American staples in a rustic-inspired setting.

City Fire

City Fire

The Villages · american

Upscale-casual American grill at Lake Sumter Landing featuring wood-fired pizzas, craft cocktails, and a vibrant patio overlooking the square.

Scoops on 5th

Scoops on 5th

Mount Dora · ice cream

Old-fashioned ice cream shop in downtown Mount Dora serving 36 flavors of Hershey's ice cream, chocolate-dipped cones, fresh-baked cookies, specialty coffees, and their famous one-pound eclair.

Lucky Goat Coffee

Lucky Goat Coffee

The Villages · cafe

Tallahassee-based coffee roastery and cafe coming to Eastport Town Center in The Villages, founded by Villages Charter School graduates and roasting quality beans since 2010.

Papa Joe's Italian Restaurant

Papa Joe's Italian Restaurant

Brooksville · restaurant

Unpretentious, group-friendly destination for classic Italian fare, like pasta, pizza & subs.

M&M Old Hickory Smokehouse BBQ

M&M Old Hickory Smokehouse BBQ

Wildwood · barbecue

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.

Napolinos

Napolinos

Wildwood · restaurant

Casual stop serving pizza, pasta & seafood, meat & chicken entrees in a relaxed space.

Guavate Puerto Rican Eatery & Bistro

Guavate Puerto Rican Eatery & Bistro

Clermont · restaurant
Southern Axe House

Southern Axe House

Spring Hill · nightlife

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

El Ranchito Mexican Cuban Cuisine

El Ranchito Mexican Cuban Cuisine

Leesburg · restaurant

Mexican and Cuban cuisine restaurant

Franco's Italian Restaurant

Franco's Italian Restaurant

Ocala · restaurant
Salt Shack on the Lake

Salt Shack on the Lake

Clermont · restaurant

Waterfront restaurant on Lake Minneola offering island vibes, wild-caught seafood, and a sandy beach area perfect for families, with live music Thursday through Sunday.

Say Taco Tequila Bar & Grill

Say Taco Tequila Bar & Grill

Ocala · restaurant

Homestyle eatery with a terrace whipping up hearty nachos & tacos alongside margaritas & beer.

Drew's American Grill

Drew's American Grill

Brooksville · restaurant

Drew's American Grill offers a variety of delicious American cuisine and daily specials for guests.

Dip-A-Dee-Donuts

Dip-A-Dee-Donuts

Leesburg · coffee shop

Donut shop in Leesburg serving fresh-made donuts, pastries, and coffee for a quick morning treat.

Dockside Ice Cream Shoppe

Dockside Ice Cream Shoppe

Crystal River · ice cream

Ice cream shop near the Crystal River waterfront serving scoops, sundaes, and frozen treats.

Magnolia Breeze Restaurant

Magnolia Breeze Restaurant

Eustis · restaurant
Luna Azul Authentic Mexican Restaurant

Luna Azul Authentic Mexican Restaurant

Leesburg · restaurant

Family-owned authentic Mexican restaurant in Leesburg serving traditional dishes including tacos, burritos, and enchiladas made with fresh ingredients, plus a full bar with specialty margaritas and tequilas.

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.

Photo · stock · atmospheric · not a specific venue.

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