Local Directory — The Villages, Ocala & Central Florida
Restaurants, bars, venues, and more across the region
Palatlakaha Recreation Park
ClermontCity of Clermont recreation park offering ball fields, playgrounds, and community gathering spaces near the Palatlakaha River corridor.
Palatlakaha River Park & Boat Ramp
Clermont23-acre park on the Palatlakaha River in Clermont with boat ramps to the Clermont Chain of Lakes, two fishing piers, a playground, and a mile-long nature trail through wetland and scrub habitat.
Piesanos Stone Fired Pizza - Clermont
ClermontLocal Italian chain serving stone-fired pizzas, plus pasta, entrees & subs, in a relaxed atmosphere.
Portillo's Clermont
ClermontChicago-born chain for hot dogs, Italian beef sandwiches & more, plus beer & wine, in retro digs.
Presidents Hall of Fame
ClermontThis museum dedicated to U.S. Presidents & their families also has a miniature White House replica.
Ritter's Frozen Custard
ClermontFrozen custard is made fresh daily at this dessert chain serving up cones, sundaes & shakes.
Roasted Spirit
ClermontElevated 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.
Root & Branch Bistro + Bar
ClermontA labor of love from proprietors Jason and Casey Baruch, Root & Branch has won multiple Taste of South Lake awards for good reason. The fried green tomatoes are legendary, and the upscale-but-casual vibe hits that sweet spot for a special night out.
Salt Shack on the Lake
ClermontWaterfront restaurant on Lake Minneola offering island vibes, wild-caught seafood, and a sandy beach area perfect for families, with live music Thursday through Sunday.
Showcase of Citrus
ClermontFlorida’s Fresh Air Attraction on US-27 in Clermont. Features citrus groves, monster truck rides, a gem mining sluice, u-pick fruit, and seasonal events including Easter egg hunts and a fall corn maze. A family favorite for visitors and locals.
Suncreek Brewery
ClermontClermont'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.
