Local Directory — The Villages, Ocala & Central Florida
Restaurants, bars, venues, and more across the region
Big Bass Grill
panasoffkeeIndulge in delicious seafood dishes and more with a tiki-style lakefront view at Big Bass Grill in Lake Panasoffkee.
Cracker's Bar, Grill and Tiki
Crystal RiverFamiliar seafood choices served in a casual setting with a spacious waterfront bar & deck.
Harry and The Natives
The VillagesAn over-water tiki hut serving American fare with a seafood slant. No reservations, first come first served -- which somehow makes snagging a table feel like a small victory. The waterfront setting alone is worth the trip.
Monkey Island Riverside Resort
homosassaStraightforward rooms & suites with microwaves & minifridges, plus a pool, boat docks & a tiki bar.
Seagrass Waterfront
homosassaRiverfront property offering casual condos with kitchens, plus a restaurant, tiki bar & boat ramp.
Shed
Crystal RiverLively waterfront tiki bar and grill on the Homosassa River serving seafood baskets, gator bites, and shrimp tacos, with a 'cook your catch' option for anglers and live music on weekends.
The Freezer Tiki Bar
Crystal RiverStarted as a literal bait freezer attached to a seafood market, now it's one of the most beloved dive bars on the Nature Coast. Cash only, peel-and-eat shrimp, and the kind of Old Florida atmosphere you can't manufacture. Bring cash.
The Grille & Tiki Bar at Citrus Hills
InvernessRestaurant and tiki bar at Citrus Hills Golf & Country Club.
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.
Waterfront Social
Crystal RiverIndoor/outdoor gathering spot on Kings Bay in Crystal River serving southern coastal dishes from scratch, with a tiki bar offering 180-degree bay views and sunset cocktails.