Local Directory — The Villages, Ocala & Central Florida
Restaurants, bars, venues, and more across the region
Beef 'O' Brady's
Crystal RiverFamily-friendly sports bar chain serving wings, burgers, and pub fare with plenty of TVs for game day. The kind of place where you can bring the kids and still catch the game.
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's Paninis & Spirits
Family-owned bar and grill in Spring Hill serving signature paninis, wings, and loaded tater tots with cocktails, karaoke nights, and pool tables in a welcoming neighborhood atmosphere.
Dominiks Pizza and Grill
BushnellLocal pizza and grill spot in Bushnell serving hand-tossed pizzas, calzones, and Italian-American favorites. A neighborhood staple for a casual family dinner.
El Mezcal Mexican Restaurant Mount Dora
Mount DoraFamily-run Mexican restaurant on US-441 in Mount Dora dishing out generous portions of enchiladas, tacos, fajitas, and margaritas. Reliable Tex-Mex in a festive, colorful setting.
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.
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.
Fujiyama Japanese Steakhouse
BrooksvilleFamily-friendly Japanese place for sushi & hibachi fare with chefs cooking on tabletop grills.
Gator's Dockside Clermont
ClermontFamily-friendly sports-bar chain offering American fare, including signature grilled chicken wings.
Gator's Dockside Eustis
eustisFamily-friendly sports-bar chain offering American fare, including signature grilled chicken wings.
Gator's Dockside Ocala
OcalaFamily-friendly sports-bar chain offering American fare, including signature grilled chicken wings.
Hamrick Family Vineyards
LeesburgLeesburg's original speakeasy and emporium serving craft beer, wine, and specialty cocktails in downtown Leesburg, with a vineyard in Howey-in-the-Hills and a full production winery in the works.
KC Wine Bistro
Crystal RiverFamily-owned wine and coffee bistro in downtown Crystal River serving Mediterranean-inspired dishes, fresh seafood, shawarmas, and gourmet burgers alongside select wines, craft beers, and live music.
Maw's Mountain Moonshine
Mount DoraFamily-owned craft distillery in Mount Dora featuring hand-crafted moonshine made from Appalachian Mountain family recipes passed down through generations, with tastings and a retail shop.
Mickey's Bar Crystal River
Crystal RiverFamily-operated bar and grill in Crystal River with pool tables, weekly live music, karaoke, and a unique lobster claw machine where you can catch your own dinner.
Rookies Family Grille & Bar
Lively, family-run sports bar & American grill offering lots of TVs, a kids' menu, patio & karaoke.
The Train Station
InvernessFamily-friendly game room, bar, and cafe in a restored historic Atlantic Coast Line train depot in downtown Inverness, featuring duckpin bowling, shuffleboard, craft beer, and soft serve.