Local Directory — The Villages, Ocala & Central Florida
Restaurants, bars, venues, and more across the region
Elevation 89
OcalaUnique dining experience at the Ocala Airport with gorgeous runway views and spectacular sunsets. Named for the airport's 89-foot elevation. American cuisine in a one-of-a-kind atmosphere.
Fenney Grill
The VillagesA 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.
Fifth Avenue Streatery
Mount DoraFull-service restaurant in Mount Dora serving Southern fusion and down-home cooking made from scratch, featuring open-air dining, a pet-friendly atmosphere, and a dedicated dog menu.
Finca Pinar
DunnellonRestaurant and catering business in Dunnellon offering fresh, farm-inspired cuisine.
First Watch
The VillagesCafe chain for health-minded breakfast, brunch & lunch options such as omelets, salads & soups.
First Watch
OcalaDaytime-only breakfast and brunch chain with a health-forward menu of avocado toast, superfood bowls, and fresh-squeezed juices alongside classic eggs and pancakes. Bright and airy, with a line on weekends.
Fish Camp on Lake Eustis
LeesburgWaterfront farm-to-table dining on Lake Eustis with a menu built around local craft beers and Central Florida cuisine. The blackened grouper Reuben and hand-dipped coconut shrimp are signature dishes. The lake views don't hurt either.
Flippers Pizza - Clermont
ClermontCasual pizza chain serving brick-oven pies & other Italian eats, plus beer & wine.
Flippers Pizza - Lady Lake
The VillagesCasual pizza chain serving brick-oven pies & other Italian eats, plus beer & wine.
Flippers Pizza - Wildwood
The VillagesCasual pizza chain serving brick-oven pies & other Italian eats, plus beer & wine.
Florida Cracker Cook Shack - BBQ Joint
BrooksvilleSouthern soul food restaurant in downtown Brooksville smoking BBQ and hot chicken, with signature items including brisket, chipped pork, gator sausage, and Brooksvagas Hot Chicken.
Florida Cracker Shamrock's
InvernessFlorida Cracker restaurant serving wings, burgers, and American fare in a casual setting in Floral City.
Florida Cracker Tap Room and Bourbon Bar
BrooksvilleSmall, easygoing taproom with a broad selection of Florida-brewed craft beers, plus an outdoor area.
Frenchy's
The VillagesWood-fired pizza spot inside The Market at Sawgrass Grove serving authentic sourdough crust pizzas cooked in a specialty oven for grab-and-go dining.
Froggers Grill and Bar
Mount DoraCasual American grill on Lake Park Court in Mount Dora serving burgers, wings, and pub fare with a fun, family-friendly atmosphere. A solid neighborhood spot for a low-key dinner.
Front Porch Restaurant
DunnellonHome-style restaurant in Dunnellon serving comfort food classics — think fried chicken, meatloaf, and biscuits. The kind of place where the food tastes like somebody's grandma made it.
Fujiyama Japanese Steak House
BushnellFamily-owned Japanese steakhouse in Bushnell offering hibachi dinners, sushi rolls, and traditional entrees, with reservations, takeout, and delivery available.