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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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Finca Pinar

Finca Pinar

Dunnellon · restaurant

Restaurant and catering business in Dunnellon offering fresh, farm-inspired cuisine.

Legacy Cigar Bar & Lounge

Legacy Cigar Bar & Lounge

Tavares · bar

Your Prime Destination for Wine, Beers, and Cigars in Tavares, FL. Enjoy great drinks, live music, and outdoor seating in a relaxed atmosphere.

Twistee Treat Homosassa

Twistee Treat Homosassa

Homosassa · ice cream

Dessert chain serving soft serve ice cream, malts & more from a stand shaped like an ice cream cone.

The Canna Bakery Shop

The Canna Bakery Shop

Inverness · bar

Cannabis-infused bakery and edibles shop in Inverness offering baked goods and specialty items.

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.

St. Johns Tavern

St. Johns Tavern

Crystal River · restaurant

Classic pub fare is served alongside beer & cocktails in this warm, wood-&-brick locale.

Magical Meat Boutique British Pub

Magical Meat Boutique British Pub

Mount Dora · bar

British pub in Mount Dora serving elevated pub fare with a meat-forward menu — think bangers and mash, meat pies, and hearty burgers alongside proper pints. A quirky, fun addition to the Mount Dora dining scene.

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The Forge Ocala

The Forge Ocala

Ocala · restaurant

Ocala's newest culinary destination featuring six distinct concept restaurants under one roof, including Asian fusion, Mediterranean tapas, a speakeasy, a brewery, and a dessert bar.

Brick & Iron Cafe

Brick & Iron Cafe

Ocala · coffee shop

A health-conscious cafe in downtown Ocala specializing in acai bowls, smoothies, and grab-and-go meals. If you're looking for something lighter than the usual comfort food options, this is your spot. Great coffee, too.

Pardon My Cheesesteak

Pardon My Cheesesteak

The Villages · restaurant
Front Porch Restaurant

Front Porch Restaurant

Dunnellon · restaurant

Home-style restaurant in Dunnellon serving comfort food classics — think fried chicken, meatloaf, and biscuits. The kind of place where the food tastes like somebody's grandma made it.

The Cove Bar

The Cove Bar

Clermont · bar
Mystic Ice Cream

Mystic Ice Cream

The Villages · ice cream
Little Fin

Little Fin

The Villages · restaurant

Fast-casual seafood spot inside The Market at Sawgrass Grove specializing in sauteed (not fried) dishes including walleye, fish and chips, oyster po'boys, and bang bang shrimp.

Coney Island Bushnell

Coney Island Bushnell

Bushnell · restaurant

Hot dog stand and casual eatery in Bushnell serving Coney Island-style dogs, burgers, and quick bites. Simple, classic, and satisfying.

Shuckin' Shack Oyster Bar

Shuckin' Shack Oyster Bar

Ocala · restaurant

Family-friendly hub for steamed & raw shellfish, wings & beers served in a no-frills setting.

Kim's Cafe II

Kim's Cafe II

Homosassa · coffee shop

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

Crossroads 44 Music & Sports Bar

Crossroads 44 Music & Sports Bar

Eustis · bar
Lou & Flo's Cajun Creations

Lou & Flo's Cajun Creations

Dunnellon · restaurant

Cajun and Creole food spot bringing Louisiana-style cooking to Dunnellon.

Back 40 Wine Co

Back 40 Wine Co

Clermont · bar
Darrell's Diner

Darrell's Diner

Ocala · restaurant
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.

Ralph’s Burger & Sandwich Shop

Ralph’s Burger & Sandwich Shop

Ocala · restaurant
Los Magueyes Mexican Restaurant - Wildwood

Los Magueyes Mexican Restaurant - Wildwood

Wildwood · restaurant

Informal strip-mall setting for traditional Mexican comfort foods with margaritas & piña coladas.

Cravella

Cravella

Eustis · ice cream
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.

CAVA

CAVA

Ocala · restaurant

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

Cody's Original Roadhouse - Sumter

Cody's Original Roadhouse - Sumter

The Villages · restaurant

Casual steakhouse chain known for hand-cut steaks, baby back ribs, and free peanuts at every table. The vibe is laid-back and family-friendly with generous portions and a full bar.

Huarike Peruvian Cuisine

Huarike Peruvian Cuisine

Clermont · restaurant
Taco 'N Madre

Taco 'N Madre

Ocala · restaurant

This petite Mexican eatery whips up tacos, burritos & other traditional fare in a casual setting.

On the Green Cafe

On the Green Cafe

Ocala · 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.

Diner on the Square

Diner on the Square

Ocala · restaurant
Botanico Tacos & Tequila

Botanico Tacos & Tequila

Mount Dora · restaurant

Modern Mexican restaurant with roots in the vibrant flavors of Vera Cruz, offering creative tapas, tequila pairings, and an outdoor dining area with swings for kids and adults.

McCall's Tavern

McCall's Tavern

The Villages · pub

Live music in a pub atmosphere right on the square at Spanish Springs. Easy to pair with dinner and enjoy the nightly entertainment.

The Yardery

The Yardery

Mount Dora · restaurant

Open-air restaurant and bar on Baker Street featuring Mount Dora's only rooftop bar, backyard classics with a twist, lawn games, and live music weekends in a family and dog-friendly setting.

Graffiti Seafood & More

Ocala · restaurant
Beirut Bites

Beirut Bites

Mount Dora · lebanese

Quick-service Lebanese and Mediterranean eatery on 4th Avenue in Mount Dora. Hummus, falafel, shawarma, and kebabs — fresh, flavorful, and a welcome change of pace from the usual downtown options.

Tas-t-o's Donuts

Tas-t-o's Donuts

Ocala · bakery
Big Lee's BBQ

Big Lee's BBQ

Ocala · barbecue

Featured on the Food Network and praised by Guy Fieri, Big Lee's delivers pitmaster-level barbecue that has put Ocala on the national food map. The brisket is the star.

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.

Foxtail Coffee Co. - Tavares

Foxtail Coffee Co. - Tavares

Tavares · coffee shop

Foxtail Coffee Co. in Winter Park offers a cozy atmosphere perfect for unwinding or getting work done, with exceptional coffee sourced ethically from around the world.

THAT Place

THAT Place

Eustis · bar
Buddys Tavern

Buddys Tavern

Bushnell · bar

Neighborhood tavern on US-301 in Bushnell offering drinks and a casual local bar atmosphere.

Hurricane Dockside Grill-Tavares

Hurricane Dockside Grill-Tavares

Tavares · restaurant

Tropical-themed chain offering spiced-to-order wings with an array of sauces, pub grub & a full bar.

Gio's Deli

Gio's Deli

The Villages · coffee shop

Italian deli and market near The Villages in Oxford serving homemade pizza, fresh sandwiches, and scratch-made Italian specialties, with imported goods available for purchase.

Night Owl Bakery, LLC

Night Owl Bakery, LLC

Ocala · bakery
Johnny Rockets

Johnny Rockets

The Villages · restaurant

Burgers, shakes & fries arrive in a retro setting at this outpost of the international chain.

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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