Local Directory — The Villages, Ocala & Central Florida
Restaurants, bars, venues, and more across the region
Bayside Seafood Grille
Crystal RiverSeafood restaurant in downtown Crystal River featuring fresh local catches and a cozy dining atmosphere.
Candelaria Eatery & Cafe
The VillagesAuthentic Colombian flavors in a cozy cafe setting just outside The Villages. The arepas and empanadas are the real deal, and the coffee is strong enough to remind you why Colombia is famous for it.
Christmas Cafe
InvernessCoffee house in Inverness serving coffee, acai bowls, crepes, soups, energy drinks, and soft-serve ice cream in a cozy atmosphere.
Dark & Light Cafe
Mount DoraSpecialty coffee shop on Donnelly Street in Mount Dora with carefully crafted espresso drinks, pour-overs, and a rotating selection of single-origin beans. Cozy and inviting for a caffeine-fueled afternoon.
Dead River Coffee
TavaresLocal coffee shop in downtown Tavares offering specialty coffee drinks, pastries, and a cozy atmosphere. A popular morning stop.
Grace Cafe
BushnellCozy cafe in Bushnell serving coffee, pastries, and light breakfast and lunch options. A welcoming community spot with a friendly, small-town feel.
Lugo's Grill
DunnellonAuthentic Cuban restaurant in Dunnellon known for fresh plantains, Cuban sandwiches, and hearty rice and beans in a cozy, old-school atmosphere. Cash only.
Ramshackle Cafe
LeesburgBurgers, fish 'n' chips & other American comfort food in a cozy, kitsch-filled setting with a patio.
The Friar Tuck
ClermontRated the number one restaurant in Clermont on TripAdvisor, this cozy English cafe serves authentic British plates -- full English breakfasts, bangers and mash, and proper fish and chips. A genuinely unique find in Central Florida.
The Gathering Cafe Downtown Ocala
OcalaBeloved downtown Ocala coffee house and breakfast cafe with a cozy atmosphere, killer espresso drinks, and fresh-made cinnamon rolls and quiche. Open weekday mornings and worth the visit.