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Local Directory — The Villages, Ocala & Central Florida

Restaurants, bars, venues, and more across the region

Showing 25–48 of 165 places
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.

Carrabba's Italian Grill

Carrabba's Italian Grill

Bar $$
The Villages

Italian-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.

CFS Coffee

CFS Coffee

Cafe
The Villages

Colombian-inspired coffee shop at Spanish Springs Town Square serving authentic coffee from the Cocora Valley alongside empanadas, pancakes, and breakfast bowls in a cozy atmosphere.

food-drinkdog-friendlyfamily-friendly
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.

Darlin's Sweet Shoppe

Darlin's Sweet Shoppe

Ice Cream
The Villages

Boutique dessert shop in Sawgrass Market serving handmade ice cream, cakes, pies, cookies, and Italian ice with rotating flavors.

food-drink
Doggie Doo Run Run

Doggie Doo Run Run

Park
The Villages

Off-leash dog park near Oxford where your four-legged friends can stretch their legs and socialize. Separate areas for different dog sizes keep everyone safe and happy.

outdoor
Drafts Sports Bar & Grill

Drafts Sports Bar & Grill

Bar $$
The Villages

Classic 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

Evans Prairie - Country Club Restaurant

Bar $$
The Villages

Country 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.

Ezell Recreation Center

Ezell Recreation Center

activity
The Villages

Ezell Recreation Center -- a local venue in the VillaCala Vibes coverage area.

Fenney Grill

Fenney Grill

Restaurant $$
The Villages

A Villages neighborhood grill that punches above the typical golf-community restaurant. Good breakfast, solid lunch and dinner, and live music nights that draw a loyal crowd. Unpretentious and consistent.