Local Directory — The Villages, Ocala & Central Florida
Restaurants, bars, venues, and more across the region
One Thirteen Coffeehouse
Mount DoraLocally owned coffeehouse in downtown Eustis serving handcrafted coffee drinks alongside homemade pastries, sandwiches, and desserts in a warm, welcoming atmosphere.
Palm Island Boardwalk
Mount DoraFree 8-acre nature preserve on Lake Dora with a 1/3-mile boardwalk winding through old-growth live oaks and ancient cypress, offering frequent sightings of alligators, turtles, and wading birds.
Palm Island Park
Mount DoraEight-acre nature preserve on Lake Dora with a winding boardwalk through old-growth oaks, cabbage palms, and cypress. Watch for wading birds, turtles, and gators along the water's edge. Free, open sunrise to sunset.
Peach Valley Café
Mount DoraBreakfast and brunch spot on US-441 serving homemade eats with fresh ingredients — from classic eggs and pancakes to sandwiches and soups. Pet-friendly patio and open until 2:30pm daily.
Pisces Rising
Mount DoraFresh seafood with a view of Lake Dora. Creative preparations and a lakefront setting that's hard to beat in this part of Florida.
PizzAmore
Mount DoraFamily-friendly parlor serving specialty pizzas, hot entrees, plus beer & wine in a casual space.
Recreation & Nature Park
Mount DoraNature-focused recreation area in the Mount Dora area with walking trails and green space for outdoor activities.
Rusty Anchor Mount Dora
Mount DoraPontoon boat tour company on Lake Dora run by a 4th-generation native Floridian, offering 2-hour Dora Canal wildlife tours, sunset cruises, and lunch/dinner cruises aboard covered, USCG-inspected vessels.
Scoops on 5th
Mount DoraOld-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.
Serendipity Brews
Mount DoraArtisan coffee shop and craft beer bar in downtown Mount Dora with 14 draft beers, 150+ packaged options, retro decor, and regular live music adding to the town's nightlife.
Shadrach's Fiery Furnace
Mount DoraFamily-owned wood-fired pizza restaurant in downtown Mount Dora, started as a mobile pizza oven touring art shows and festivals since 2011, now serving Neapolitan-style pies from an authentic oven.
Sonnentag Theatre at the IceHouse
Mount DoraStoried 270-seat performing arts center since 1958 showcasing community theater & musicals.
Stagger Inn
Mount DoraDowntown bar with a cozy interior and sidewalk seating on Donnelly Street. Known for craft cocktails, local beers, and a laid-back evening atmosphere.
Studio ArtFarm
Mount DoraArtist collective gallery, studio, and class space in downtown Mount Dora offering art workshops for all ages and skill levels, plus a monthly 2nd Friday art walk on Royellou Lane.
Summer View Park
Mount DoraCommunity park in Mount Dora on Niles Road offering green space and recreational amenities.
Sydonie Mansion
Mount DoraHistoric 1883 mansion on Lake Dora designed in Mediterranean Revival style after Spain's Alhambra Castle, now a premier wedding and event venue with wrap-around porches and live oak gardens.
Sylvan Shores Park
Mount DoraNeighborhood park in Mount Dora on Morningside Drive providing playground and green space in the Sylvan Shores community.
The Bavarian Haus
Mount DoraCasual eatery with a homey vibe & outdoor patio seating serving traditional German food & beer.
The Deli Llama, Cafe.- Espresso & Sandwiches
Mount DoraCreative cafe in downtown Mount Dora serving crafted pressed sandwiches with house-made meats and espresso by day, transforming into The Llama Lounge evenings with small bites, beer, wine, and sake cocktails.
The Frog & Monkey Restaurant & Pub
Mount DoraLively British-inspired pub on Donnelly Street serving pub fare, draft beers, and cocktails. Popular for its casual vibe, trivia nights, and outdoor seating.
The Mount Dora Bistro
Mount DoraFrench-inspired neighborhood bistro in downtown Mount Dora offering classic bistro fare, curated dining experiences, afternoon tea service, and a spectacular French wine list in a warm, refined setting.
The Nest At Papilio
Mount DoraSpeakeasy-themed garden bar inside Papilio's botanical hall in downtown Mount Dora, offering 12 taps, 100+ beers, wine-based cocktails, and happy hour surrounded by lush tropical plants.
The Renaissance Building
Mount DoraA reputedly haunted grand hotel built in 1922 & renovated as a restaurant & art studios.