Local Directory — The Villages, Ocala & Central Florida
Restaurants, bars, venues, and more across the region
Best of British Pub
The VillagesInformal spot offering all-day breakfast, toasties & pies, plus traditional afternoon tea.
Blondies
The VillagesOutdoor bar on Spanish Springs Town Square in The Villages featuring daily live entertainment, signature cocktails, craft beers, and wines by the glass. Hosts trivia nights, karaoke, and Saturday brunch specials.
Bonefish Grill
The VillagesUpscale-casual seafood chain known for wood-grilled fish, hand-crafted cocktails, and seasonal specials. The Bang Bang Shrimp is legendary, and the happy hour is one of the best in The Villages.
Carrabba's Italian Grill
The VillagesItalian-American chain serving wood-fired pizzas, handmade pastas, and grilled steaks in a warm trattoria setting. The chicken Bryan and lobster ravioli are crowd favorites.
Drafts Sports Bar & Grill
The VillagesClassic sports bar at Lake Sumter Landing with dozens of TVs, pub grub, and cold draft beer. A top spot for watching games.
Evans Prairie - Country Club Restaurant
The VillagesCountry club dining at Evans Prairie in The Villages, offering a relaxed meal with golf course views. Open to residents and their guests for lunch and dinner.
Fiesta Grande Brownwood
The VillagesFamily-owned Mexican grill at Brownwood serving authentic, made-from-scratch Mexican cuisine since 2006, with a full bar, daily luncheon specials, and a festive atmosphere.
Fiesta Grande Mexican Grill
The VillagesCasual Mexican restaurant in The Villages serving tacos, enchiladas, fajitas, and margaritas. A solid spot for a quick Tex-Mex fix with friendly service.
Fox Crossing Tavern
The VillagesRegular live acts in a friendly neighborhood-bar setting near The Villages.
Fresh jalapeño Mexican Restaurant
The VillagesFamily-run Mexican restaurant in Lady Lake dishing out fresh-made tacos, burritos, and sizzling fajitas. The salsa bar and generous portions keep the regulars happy.
Holy Sh'mokes Cigar & Wine Lounge
The VillagesPremium cigar, wine, beer, and coffee lounge in The Villages. The cigar lounge is enclosed and separate from the smoke-free indoor bar — so everyone's comfortable. Karaoke nights, wine tastings, and military discounts add to the draw.
McCall's Tavern
The VillagesLive music in a pub atmosphere right on the square at Spanish Springs. Easy to pair with dinner and enjoy the nightly entertainment.
Mezza Luna at the Villages
The VillagesItalian restaurant in The Villages serving classic pasta dishes, brick-oven pizza, and seafood in a cozy setting. Date-night worthy with a solid wine list.
RJ Gator's Florida Sea Grill & Bar
The VillagesFlorida-themed bar and grill at Lake Sumter Landing with seafood, burgers, and tropical cocktails. The outdoor seating puts you right in the middle of the nightly entertainment scene.
Sawgrass Tavern
The VillagesCeltic-inspired restaurant at Sawgrass Grove in The Villages featuring shepherd's pie, corned beef and cabbage, fish and chips, plus a spacious indoor-outdoor bar and patio seating.
Square 1 Burgers & Bar
The VillagesCraft burger joint in The Villages building smash burgers with creative toppings and a solid craft beer selection. The kind of place where the burgers are messy in the best way.