Local Directory
Restaurants, bars, venues, and more across the region
Arnold Palmer Legends Country Club
The VillagesUpscale fine dining and premium steakhouse overlooking the golf course. Hand-cut steaks aged to perfection and grilled over cherry coals, plus fresh seafood and craft cocktails — with Friday night jazz and sunset views that make it worth the trip.
Backwater Fins
Crystal RiverWaterfront restaurant at the end of Ozello Trail serving fresh seafood and cold drinks with stunning Gulf views.
Brooksville Country Club
Crystal RiverGolf club and restaurant in Brooksville offering dining with views of the course. A relaxed setting for a post-round meal or casual evening dinner.
Crump's Landing
Crystal RiverLakefront restaurant and bar on the Harris Chain of Lakes serving seafood, burgers, and cold drinks with water views. Boat-up access and a laid-back Old Florida atmosphere.
Eaton's Beach Sandbar & Grill
The VillagesWaterfront dining on Lake Weir featuring Chef Dave Del Rio's Florisiana cuisine — a fusion of Southern, Cajun, and Creole flavors. The views are stunning, the seafood is fresh, and the vibe has been drawing folks out here since 1924.
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.
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.
Glenview Country Club
The VillagesCountry club restaurant in The Villages offering dining with views of the manicured greens. A comfortable spot for a post-round meal or casual dinner.
La Hacienda Restaurant at Mission Inn
Howey-in-the-HillsUpscale dining room serving steaks, seafood, and Spanish-influenced cuisine in an elegant hacienda setting with lake views.
Lighthouse Point Bar & Grill
The VillagesWaterfront dining at Lake Sumter Landing with solid food, gorgeous views, and live music. The kind of place where lunch turns into an afternoon.
Pier 49 Marina Bar & Grill
The VillagesWaterfront dining with fresh seafood, casual bar bites, and sunset views. Located on Lake Sumter with outdoor deck seating.
Puddle Jumpers Lakeside Grill & Bar
TavaresLakeside dining with front-row views of Lake Dora and the seaplane base -- which means you might watch a plane land while you eat your burger. The seafood is fresh, the drinks are strong, and the outdoor patio is where you want to be at sunset.
Ski Beach Bar and Grill
LeesburgWaterfront restaurant on Lake Harris in Leesburg offering American favorites and fresh seafood with stunning lake views, plus a Sunday brunch buffet.
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 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 Waterfront Inn
The VillagesWaterfront dining and lodging at Lake Sumter Landing in The Villages. Known for festive holiday buffets and lake views.
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.