Local Directory — The Villages, Ocala & Central Florida
Restaurants, bars, venues, and more across the region
Bowlero West Ocala
OcalaModern bowling and entertainment center with blacklight bowling, an arcade, and a sports bar. Great for family outings, date nights, or just smashing some pins after work.
Braised Onion
OcalaFamily-owned and full of personality, Braised Onion serves comfort food done right — legendary crispy onion fritters, meatloaf, and chicken pot pie in a vibrant, art-filled space.
Brick & Iron Cafe
OcalaA 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.
Brick City Adventure Park
Ocala29-acre urban adventure park in the heart of Ocala with guided cave tours through White Cliff Cave, a low-ropes course, interpretive hikes, playgrounds, and picnic pavilions. Named after Ocala's historic 'Brick City' nickname.
Brick City Southern Kitchen
OcalaDowntown Ocala's award-winning Southern kitchen and whiskey bar from the Mojo BBQ family. Low-and-slow smoked meats, scratch-made sides, and one of America's Top 100 Bourbon Bars with 300+ whiskeys. The pitmasters fire up at 3 AM.
C & D Coliseum
OcalaNeighborhood sports bar and nightclub in Ocala with eight TVs for watching sports, pool, darts, Jenga, karaoke three nights a week, and an attached liquor store.
Cactus Jack's Trail Rides
OcalaExperience guided horseback riding tours through Florida's scenic trails with well-trained horses suitable for all skill levels.
CC Fine Arts
OcalaFine arts gallery on Silver Springs Boulevard in Ocala showcasing works from local and regional artists.
Charlie Horse Bar & Grill
OcalaNeighborhood bar and grill on Silver Springs Blvd in Ocala serving American fare with daily specials. Known for karaoke nights, DJ Bingo, and a lively local crowd with indoor and outdoor seating.
Cheddar's Scratch Kitchen
OcalaCasual American chain where everything is made from scratch daily. The chicken tenders and honey butter croissants have a cult following, and the prices are surprisingly reasonable for the portion sizes.
Chelsea Coffee Company
OcalaPopular coffee shop on the Silver Springs corridor with 4.5 stars and hundreds of reviews. A well-established Ocala coffee spot.
China Lee Buffet
OcalaAll-you-can-eat Chinese buffet on Silver Springs Boulevard with a rotating selection of classic Chinese-American dishes, sushi, and desserts. A budget-friendly option for big appetites.
Circle Square Commons
OcalaOpen-air town center in the On Top of the World community featuring a weekly farmers market, live entertainment, restaurants, and community events. Home to the Circle Square Cultural Center and a regular gathering spot for concerts, car shows, and seasonal festivals.
Coehadjoe Park
OcalaNatural area with picnic tables, sport courts, a playground & walking trails through the trees.