Local Directory — The Villages, Ocala & Central Florida
Restaurants, bars, venues, and more across the region
Florida Cracker Shamrock's
InvernessFlorida Cracker restaurant serving wings, burgers, and American fare in a casual setting in Floral City.
Florida's Antique Mall
InvernessMulti-vendor antique mall in Inverness with booths full of vintage finds, collectibles, furniture, and curiosities. The kind of place where you can spend an hour browsing and walk out with a treasure.
Fort Cooper State Park
InvernessA peaceful 710-acre park centered around Lake Holathlikaha, with five miles of trails through hardwood hammocks and longleaf pine flatwoods. One of Citrus County's best-kept secrets for birding and nature walks.
Gracefully Refined LLC
InvernessBeauty and wellness studio on Florida Avenue in Inverness offering refined aesthetic and grooming services.
Hen House Cafe
InvernessFamily-friendly breakfast and lunch cafe in downtown Inverness open seven days a week, known for locally sourced vegetables, house-baked bread, and fresh daily soups.
Highland Park
InvernessNeighborhood park in Inverness offering green space, playground equipment, and passive recreation for local residents.
Hill Crest Park
InvernessNeighborhood park on Hunting Lodge Drive in Inverness providing recreational green space for the local community.
Inverness Art Co-Op
InvernessMember-run art cooperative in downtown Inverness showcasing and selling work from local artists, with gallery exhibitions, art classes, and workshops in a collaborative community space.
Inverness Coffee House and Hemptation Station
InvernessCozy coffee house in Inverness serving coffee, acai bowls, crepes, soups, Lotus energy drinks, and soft-serve ice cream in a welcoming atmosphere with chill music.
InVibe Nutrition Herbalife Cafe
InvernessHerbalife nutrition cafe in downtown Inverness serving healthy shakes, teas, and energy drinks.
Lakes Region Library
InvernessCitrus County library in Inverness offering programs, classes, and community events.
Liberty Park
InvernessLiberty Park opened in 2002 as a city park and was renovated as part of the “Depot District” projects in 2019. Located on the shores of Lake Henderson and the Withlacoochee State Trail, this waterfront City park open from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. daily. The park features a state-of-the-art playground, restroom facilities, dog waste stations, sidewalks, benches, floating gazebo, parking and lush landscaping.
Lighthill Island
InvernessSmall natural island preserve in Inverness, accessible for nature observation and birdwatching.
Los Magueyes Inverness
InvernessRegional Mexican restaurant chain location on Highway 41 near Inverness, serving fresh-made dishes including carne asada tacos, birria tacos, fajitas, enchiladas, and molcajete.
Nine State Brewery
InvernessDowntown 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.
Old Courthouse Heritage Museum
InvernessBuilt in 1912, this courthouse where Elvis once filmed a movie now houses a local-history museum.
Oscar Penn's
InvernessAn upscale dining experience in Inverness featuring steak, seafood, and sushi under one roof. The prime rib and she-crab soup are standouts, and the elegant atmosphere makes it the go-to for special occasions in Citrus County.
Papa J's Diner
InvernessOne of the longest-running breakfast and lunch diners in Inverness since 1986, serving all-day breakfast with Southern-style cooking, generous portions, and competitive prices.
Pine Street Pub
InvernessDowntown 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.
Rutabagas Cafe
InvernessCafe inside Rutabagas Natural Food Market in Inverness serving organic smoothies, acai bowls, wraps, soups, and salads catering to gluten-free, vegan, keto, and paleo diets.
Rutabagas Natural Food Market & Café
InvernessFamily-owned natural food store and cafe in Inverness offering organic produce, vitamins, supplements, and a cafe menu of smoothies, acai bowls, wraps, and soups for special diets.
Salty Dogs Steamer and Bar
InvernessFamily-owned seafood restaurant on Courthouse Square in Inverness serving hand-cut steaks, shrimp, crab, and lobster alongside Cuban-pressed sandwiches.
Shirdi Sai Florida Center
InvernessHindu temple and spiritual center in Inverness dedicated to Shirdi Sai Baba, hosting prayer services, cultural events, and community gatherings.
SideBar Tavern
InvernessFriendly neighborhood restaurant and bar on Courthouse Square in downtown Inverness offering local craft beer, wine, and a casual dining menu.