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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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Tas-t-o's Donuts

Tas-t-o's Donuts

Ocala · bakery
Blushin' Bubbles

Blushin' Bubbles

Clermont · bar
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.

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.

Florida Cracker Tap Room and Bourbon Bar

Florida Cracker Tap Room and Bourbon Bar

Brooksville · restaurant

Small, easygoing taproom with a broad selection of Florida-brewed craft beers, plus an outdoor area.

Kim's Cafe II

Kim's Cafe II

Homosassa · coffee shop

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

La Palma Mexican Grill

La Palma Mexican Grill

Leesburg · restaurant

Casual, informal spot serving Mexican standards from tacos to burritos plus beers & tequila drinks.

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Ocala Downtown Diner

Ocala Downtown Diner

Ocala · restaurant

Burgers, steaks & shakes served in a relaxed eatery that has classic diner decor.

Betty Cakes Cafe

Betty Cakes Cafe

Ocala · bakery

Quaint bakery whipping up a wide range of sweet treats & custom desserts, plus light cafe fare.

1921 Mount Dora

1921 Mount Dora

Mount Dora · new american

Housed in what was once the town doctor's home, 1921 is owned by the Modernism Museum and features rotating art alongside locally sourced, contemporary American cuisine. The setting is as memorable as the food.

The Grille & Tiki Bar at Citrus Hills

The Grille & Tiki Bar at Citrus Hills

Inverness · restaurant

Restaurant and tiki bar at Citrus Hills Golf & Country Club.

Pink and Sweet Bakery and Restaurant

Pink and Sweet Bakery and Restaurant

Ocala · restaurant
D J & Gina's Lounge

D J & Gina's Lounge

Summerfield · nightlife

Local neighborhood bar in Summerfield with a laid-back atmosphere, cold drinks, and a jukebox. The kind of place where everybody knows your name.

Donut King of Leesburg

Donut King of Leesburg

Leesburg · coffee shop

Donut shop on South 14th Street in Leesburg offering fresh donuts and bakery items.

Waffles & Cream

Waffles & Cream

Mount Dora · ice cream

Creative dessert shop in downtown Mount Dora serving fresh Liege waffle bites, mini donuts, scoop and soft-serve ice cream including dairy-free Dole options.

Catfish Johnny's

Catfish Johnny's

Panasoffkee · seafood

A local institution for fried catfish, hush puppies, and Southern-style seafood. No-frills atmosphere with big portions.

Magnolia Wine Garden

Magnolia Wine Garden

Eustis · bar
Grateful Bowl

Grateful Bowl

Clermont · coffee shop

Acai bowls and healthy food cafe

Bamboo Bistro

Bamboo Bistro

The Villages · restaurant

Comfortable Pan-Asian joint with roomy booth seating supplying fusion fare, like sushi & pho.

Design Sushi

Design Sushi

Clermont · restaurant
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.

Turners Kitchen + Bar

Turners Kitchen + Bar

Leesburg · new american

A chef-owned restaurant in the heart of downtown Leesburg, occupying a building that once housed Turner's Bakery in the 1940s. The menu is creative without being fussy, and the quality is a pleasant surprise for a small-town spot.

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.

SevenMade

SevenMade

Clermont · cafe
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.

Prime 3

Prime 3

Leesburg · restaurant

Upscale steak and wine restaurant in downtown Leesburg

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.

Masaryk Winery

Masaryk Winery

Brooksville · winery
CFS Coffee

CFS Coffee

The Villages · cafe

Colombian-inspired coffee shop at Spanish Springs Town Square serving authentic coffee from the Cocora Valley alongside empanadas, pancakes, and breakfast bowls in a cozy atmosphere.

Scooter's Coffee

Scooter's Coffee

Eustis · cafe

Drive-thru chain serving espresso & other coffee drinks, plus a variety of smoothies & pastries.

Montrose Street Market

Montrose Street Market

Clermont · restaurant

Curated marketplace with culinary and retail experience in downtown Clermont

Pinesmoke Bee Co.

Pinesmoke Bee Co.

Eustis · bar
18 South Restaurant and Saloon

18 South Restaurant and Saloon

Ocala · restaurant
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.

The Salted Fry

The Salted Fry

Mount Dora · restaurant

100% gluten-free European-style frite shop in downtown Mount Dora serving Belgian-style fries, fresh-made dipping sauces, panini sandwiches, and their own bourbon-cooked ketchup.

Rj dockers

The Villages · bar
Darrell's Diner

Darrell's Diner

The Villages · restaurant
Cantina Tex Mex Tequila Bar

Cantina Tex Mex Tequila Bar

Ocala · restaurant
Chelsea Coffee Company

Chelsea Coffee Company

Ocala · coffee shop

Popular coffee shop on the Silver Springs corridor with 4.5 stars and hundreds of reviews. A well-established Ocala coffee spot.

Dulces Mary

Ocala · bakery
La Cuisine Academy Restaurant

La Cuisine Academy Restaurant

Ocala · restaurant

Restaurant in Ocala.

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.

Big Cypress Lakefront Pizzeria

Big Cypress Lakefront Pizzeria

Panasoffkee · restaurant

Experience handmade Italian perfection by the water, where rustic charm meets vibrant style at BIG CYPRESS LAKEFRONT PIZZERIA.

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.

Beans and Greens Coffee House

Beans and Greens Coffee House

Crystal River · coffee shop

Cozy coffee house in Crystal River serving craft coffee drinks, smoothies, and light bites. A local favorite for a chill morning cup or an afternoon pick-me-up.

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.

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.

Bully Brewing

Bully Brewing

Leesburg · brewery

A family-owned microbrewery in Leesburg with a laid-back taproom where the focus is entirely on the beer. Small-batch brews, a rotating tap list, and the kind of atmosphere where you end up chatting with the people at the next table.

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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