Local Directory — The Villages, Ocala & Central Florida
Restaurants, bars, venues, and more across the region
The Grille & Tiki Bar at Citrus Hills
InvernessRestaurant and tiki bar at Citrus Hills Golf & Country Club.
The Lazy Maid Crêperie
BrooksvilleHighly rated French creperie in downtown Brooksville serving both sweet and savory crepes in a charming setting with indoor and outdoor seating, open for breakfast and lunch.
The Legacy Restaurant at Nancy Lopez Country Club
The VillagesCountry club restaurant at Nancy Lopez in The Villages serving American classics with golf course views. A relaxed dining experience for residents and their guests.
The Mount Dora Bistro
Mount DoraFrench-inspired neighborhood bistro in downtown Mount Dora offering classic bistro fare, curated dining experiences, afternoon tea service, and a spectacular French wine list in a warm, refined setting.
The Museum Cafe
homosassaCuban cafe and printing museum on Yulee Drive near the Sugar Mill Ruins, serving hand-crafted Cuban sandwiches on authentic Ybor City bread, black beans and rice, and cafe con leche.
The Salted Fry
Mount Dora100% gluten-free European-style frite shop in downtown Mount Dora serving Belgian-style fries, fresh-made dipping sauces, panini sandwiches, and their own bourbon-cooked ketchup.
The Troff
Mount DoraOld-school eatery specializing in oysters, seafood & other American fare, plus pitchers of beer.
The View at Clermont National
ClermontRestaurant and bar at Clermont National Golf Club offering panoramic views stretching to Disney, with New York-style pizza, fresh bowls, a driving range, and weekend live music.
The Yardery
Mount DoraOpen-air restaurant and bar on Baker Street featuring Mount Dora's only rooftop bar, backyard classics with a twist, lawn games, and live music weekends in a family and dog-friendly setting.
Three Six Bistro
OcalaChef Sean Langan brings modernist, West Coast-inflected cuisine to Ocala in this intimate fine dining bistro. Every dish is scratch-made with high-quality ingredients, and the creativity on the plate is genuinely surprising for a mid-Florida town.
Tiki Bar & Grill
ClermontEasygoing hangout on Lake Minneloa featuring American eats, brews & scenic outdoor seating.
Tiki West Raw Bar and Grill
TavaresA family-owned seafood spot and oyster bar that puts a Caribbean twist on Southern classics. The raw bar is the main event, but the whole menu delivers. Casual enough for a Tuesday lunch, fun enough for a Saturday night out.
Tipsy Tarpon
Crystal RiverCasual waterfront seafood spot on the Crystal River with open-air covered seating, a tin-roof tiki bar, live music, and menu favorites like redfish tacos and steamed shrimp.
Tony's Sushi
OcalaPopular mainstay featuring classic sushi rolls, Japanese dishes & hibachi meals in a casual setting.
TooJay's Deli
The VillagesFlorida-born New York-style deli and bakery with massive sandwiches, soups, and baked goods. A go-to for comfort food and takeout platters.
TooJay’s Deli • Bakery • Restaurant
The VillagesCasual eatery serving up sandwiches, burgers & hearty comfort dishes, plus baked goods & desserts.
Turners Kitchen + Bar
LeesburgA chef-owned restaurant in the heart of downtown Leesburg, occupying a building that once housed Turner's Bakery in the 1940s. The menu is creative without being fussy, and the quality is a pleasant surprise for a small-town spot.