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Local Directory — The Villages, Ocala & Central Florida

Restaurants, bars, venues, and more across the region

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Amerikanos Grille

Amerikanos Grille

Restaurant $$
The Villages

Mediterranean and American cuisine at Spanish Springs with both indoor and outdoor seating plus an outdoor bar. The gyros and lamb dishes stand out, and the location right on the square means you're steps from the nightly entertainment.

live-musicdog-friendly
Another Broken Egg Cafe

Another Broken Egg Cafe

Restaurant
The Villages

Casual chain featuring egg dishes & other breakfast items, plus brunch sandwiches.

dog-friendly
Ay Jalisco

Ay Jalisco

Restaurant
The Villages

Homey Mexican eatery offering a menu of familiar favorites, plus a full liquor bar.

family-friendly
Bamboo Bistro

Bamboo Bistro

Restaurant $$
The Villages

Comfortable Pan-Asian joint with roomy booth seating supplying fusion fare, like sushi & pho.

Bella Vita Italian Steakhouse

Bella Vita Italian Steakhouse

Restaurant $$$
The Villages

Rustic Italian charm meets modern piano bar atmosphere. Hand-cut steaks, housemade pastas, and craft cocktails make this the go-to date night spot at Spanish Springs.

Bluefin Grill & Bar

Bluefin Grill & Bar

Restaurant $$
The Villages

Steak, seafood & cocktails offered in a modern, nautical-themed dining room with sea-blue decor.

live-musicdog-friendly
Bravo Pizza!!

Bravo Pizza!!

Restaurant
The Villages

Pizza parlor serving New York-style slices, calzones, pizza, Stromboli, baked ziti and other Italian eats.

Calypso

Calypso

Restaurant
The Villages

Caribbean-inspired restaurant at The Waterfront Inn on Lake Sumter Landing, serving island-flavored dishes and rum-infused cocktails with indoor-outdoor dining, live music, and lakeside breezes.

Candelaria Eatery & Cafe

Candelaria Eatery & Cafe

Restaurant $
The Villages

Authentic Colombian flavors in a cozy cafe setting just outside The Villages. The arepas and empanadas are the real deal, and the coffee is strong enough to remind you why Colombia is famous for it.

family-friendlydog-friendlycafe
Cane Garden Country Club

Cane Garden Country Club

Restaurant $$
The Villages

Casual option with golf-course views providing seafood & other light fare along with American mains.

Chicken Salad Chick

Chicken Salad Chick

Restaurant $$
The Villages

Fast-casual chain dedicated entirely to chicken salad, with a dozen signature flavors from classic to adventurous. Light, quick, and perfect for a no-fuss lunch.

Chop House at Lake Sumter

Chop House at Lake Sumter

Restaurant
The Villages

Elegant place with a terrace serving steaks, meat dishes & cocktails, plus weekend brunch.

City Fire

City Fire

Restaurant $$$
The Villages

Upscale-casual American grill at Lake Sumter Landing featuring wood-fired pizzas, craft cocktails, and a vibrant patio overlooking the square.

City Fire American Oven & Bar

City Fire American Oven & Bar

Restaurant $$
The Villages

Upscale-casual eatery offering American fare from sandwiches to steaks, plus a full bar.

live-musicdog-friendlyfamily-friendly
Coastal Del Mar

Coastal Del Mar

Restaurant $$
The Villages

Seafood with flair at Spanish Springs. A popular spot for dinner right on the square with live music steps away.

Cody's Original Roadhouse - Brownwood

Cody's Original Roadhouse - Brownwood

Restaurant $$
The Villages

Informal local chain serving hand-cut steaks, seafood & Southern BBQ in a roadhouse-themed setting.

family-friendly
Cody's Original Roadhouse - Sumter

Cody's Original Roadhouse - Sumter

Restaurant $$
The Villages

Casual steakhouse chain known for hand-cut steaks, baby back ribs, and free peanuts at every table. The vibe is laid-back and family-friendly with generous portions and a full bar.

family-friendly
Culver’s

Culver’s

Restaurant $
The Villages

Fast-food chain specializing in frozen custard & signature burgers made with Midwest beef & dairy.