Local Directory — The Villages, Ocala & Central Florida
Restaurants, bars, venues, and more across the region
Mount Dora Historic Downtown
Mount DoraStroll through one of Florida's most charming small towns, packed with antique shops, art galleries, indie boutiques, and lakeside cafes. The hilly streets and New England-style architecture feel like a different Florida entirely.
Mount Dora History Museum
Mount DoraHoused in the town's original 1923 fire station and jail, this small museum tells Mount Dora's story from the 1870s to today through historical photos, artifacts, and exhibits. Open Tuesday through Sunday, 1-4pm.
Mount Dora Lighthouse
Mount DoraOne of the few inland lighthouses in the United States, this iconic structure sits in Grantham Point Park on Lake Dora. A popular photo spot and symbol of the town.
Mount Dora Music Hall
Mount DoraIntimate live music venue in downtown Mount Dora featuring tribute shows, jazz, and acoustic performances.
Mount Dora Trail
Mount DoraA 2.5-mile mountain bike trail loop through a forested area with options for beginner through advanced riders, plus a bike wash and tools at the trailhead near the dog park.
Mount Dora Transit and Tours
Mount DoraGuided tour operator offering trolley rides, segway tours, and boat excursions around Mount Dora and its scenic lakefront. A fun way to explore the town with local commentary and history.
Mount Dora Yacht Club
Mount DoraFlorida's oldest inland yacht club, established in 1913 on the banks of Lake Dora, featuring a granite bar with floor-to-ceiling lake views, a private dock, and an annual regatta tradition.
Mt Dora Parks & Recreation
Mount DoraMount Dora's parks and recreation department managing local parks, sports leagues, youth programs, and community events. The hub for everything outdoor recreation in town.
Mystic Ice Cream
Mount DoraAll-natural ice cream shop in downtown Mount Dora with 30+ rotating flavors including alcohol-infused varieties like Kahlua Fudge Brownie and Bailey's, all made on premises with natural ingredients.
Nickel and the Hat
Mount DoraKitschy, British-inspired pub for comfort eats & pints in casual digs, with live music & a patio.
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.
Premier Boat Tours
Mount DoraNarrated pontoon tours from the Lakeside Inn through the Dora Canal and Harris Chain of Lakes. Bald eagles, herons, alligators, and turtles in a setting that feels like Old Florida untouched. One of the best ways to experience the area from the water.
Recreation & Nature Park
Mount DoraNature-focused recreation area in the Mount Dora area with walking trails and green space for outdoor activities.
Renninger's Antique Center
Mount DoraA sprawling 117-acre antique, vintage, and flea market destination in Mount Dora open on weekends. One of the largest antique markets in Florida.
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.
Salt & Ember
Mount DoraNew restaurant at Eastport Town Center in The Villages area, located on Central Lake Drive.
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.