Local Directory — The Villages, Ocala & Central Florida
Restaurants, bars, venues, and more across the region
Back Porch Pizza Bar
Mount DoraScratch-made Neapolitan-style pizza and craft cocktails served in a converted 1919 carriage house in downtown Mount Dora. The poke bowls are a surprising hit, and the intimate space is full of character.
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.
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.
Marmaduke's Lodge
LeesburgMulti-concept venue in downtown Leesburg featuring Americana food, craft beer, Burns Drugstore Speakeasy, and SLICE pizza by the slice, with live entertainment and outdoor seating.
Mellow Mushroom Ocala
OcalaFunky pizza joint in downtown Ocala's historic district serving stone-baked specialty pies, 24 draft beers, and craft cocktails. The trippy decor is as fun as the menu, and gluten-free and vegan options are available.
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.
Milano Italian Grille
OcalaItalian restaurant in Ocala serving classic pasta dishes, wood-fired pizza, and fresh seafood in a comfortable setting. A reliable pick for a sit-down Italian dinner.
Rocco's Pizza & Cafe
Crystal RiverItalian restaurant in Crystal River serving pizza, pasta, fresh seafood, and chicken alongside a made-to-order sushi bar, with house-made desserts like cannoli and tiramisu.
Suncreek Brewery
ClermontClermont's first craft brewery, established in 2018 on the Legacy Loop Trail near Lake Minneola, sharing a complex with coal-fired pizza and mac-and-cheese restaurant partners.
The Grill at Pepper Creek
homosassaCasual eatery inside Homosassa Springs Wildlife State Park with indoor seating overlooking Pepper Creek, serving pizzas, sandwiches, and salads — no park admission required to dine.