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Local Directory

Restaurants, bars, venues, and more across the region

Showing 25–48 of 165 places
Coach's Pub & Eatery

Coach's Pub & Eatery

Bar $$
Inverness

The hub of downtown Inverness since 1991. Custom burgers, sandwiches, wraps, and downtown's largest selection of craft and domestic beer. Over thirty years of consistent pub food and genuine community gathering -- a rare combination.

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Cody's on 4th

Cody's on 4th

Restaurant $$
Mount Dora

Casual cafe on 4th Avenue in Mount Dora serving coffee, sandwiches, and light bites in a friendly neighborhood atmosphere. A solid stop for a quick lunch while exploring downtown.

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Connors Gifts

Connors Gifts

Other
Inverness

Family-owned gift shop in downtown Inverness for over 25 years, offering seasonal items, jewelry, home decor, purses, and unique gifts.

Cooter Pond Park & Inverness Historic Downtown

Cooter Pond Park & Inverness Historic Downtown

Attraction
Inverness

The heart of Inverness wraps around Cooter Pond, a small spring-fed pond that's home to the town's beloved cooter turtles. The surrounding downtown features independent shops, local restaurants, and the historic Valerie Theatre. A paved walking loop circles the pond, and the adjacent Depot Museum tells the story of Citrus County's railroad days. Inverness' compact downtown has an authentic small-town Florida charm.

Copacabana Cuban Cafe

Copacabana Cuban Cafe

Restaurant $
Mount Dora

Authentic Cuban restaurant tucked in a downtown Mount Dora alley serving ropa vieja, Cuban sandwiches, and what the Orlando Sentinel voted the best mojito in Central Florida. Live music and generous portions.

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Copeland Community Park

Copeland Community Park

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Crystal River

Community park in Crystal River with recreational facilities along NE 3rd Street, near downtown and the Kings Bay waterfront area.

COSA NOSTRA ITALIAN DELI

COSA NOSTRA ITALIAN DELI

Restaurant
Clermont

Italian deli in downtown Clermont

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Daniel's Cheesesteak Express

Daniel's Cheesesteak Express

Restaurant
Clermont

Philly cheesesteak restaurant in downtown Clermont

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DASH Sports

DASH Sports

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Clermont

Sports and outdoor recreation retail and rentals in downtown Clermont

Dead River Coffee

Dead River Coffee

Restaurant $
Tavares

Local coffee shop in downtown Tavares offering specialty coffee drinks, pastries, and a cozy atmosphere. A popular morning stop.

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Desperados Saloon

Desperados Saloon

Bar $
Tavares

Sports bar in downtown Tavares with seven pool tables, pinball, darts, and a food menu featuring smoky ribs, burgers, and BBQ pizza, plus pool and pinball leagues.

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District Bar & Kitchen

District Bar & Kitchen

Bar $$
Ocala

Ocala's 2025 Restaurant of the Year. Elevated bar classics, handcrafted cocktails, and live music in a high-energy downtown atmosphere.

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District Bar and Kitchen

District Bar and Kitchen

Bar $$
Ocala

Ocala's 2025 Restaurant of the Year — a 6,700-square-foot two-story downtown venue with Detroit-style pizza, a locally-sourced brisket burger blend, craft cocktails, live music, and the best rooftop views in the 352.

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Donnelly Park

Donnelly Park

Attraction
Mount Dora

Named for Mount Dora's first mayor, this downtown park is the site of the annual tree lighting, blueberry festival, and community events year-round. Pickleball courts, a fountain, and a veterans memorial make it the social hub of town.

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Downtown Brooksville
Downtown Clermont

Downtown Clermont

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Clermont

Historic downtown Clermont along Montrose Street. Hosts Sunday farmers markets, festivals, and community events near Waterfront Park.

Downtown Crystal River

Downtown Crystal River

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Crystal River

Downtown Crystal River along Citrus Avenue. Hub for local dining, shopping, and waterfront events near Kings Bay.

Downtown Dunnellon

Downtown Dunnellon

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Dunnellon

Historic downtown Dunnellon along West Pennsylvania Avenue. Known for its small-town charm, local shops, and proximity to Rainbow Springs.

Downtown Eustis

Downtown Eustis

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Tavares

Downtown Eustis along Magnolia Avenue and Bay Street. Hosts the Japan Festival, GeorgeFest, and other community events.

Downtown Inverness

Downtown Inverness

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Inverness

Downtown Inverness along Main Street near the Courthouse Square. Hosts community events and is home to local shops and restaurants.

Downtown Leesburg

Downtown Leesburg

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Leesburg

Historic downtown Leesburg district along Main Street, managed by the Leesburg Partnership since 1994 as a Florida Main Street community. Hosts popular annual events including Mardi Gras, Bikefest, craft beer festivals, and holiday celebrations.

Downtown Leesburg Historic District

Downtown Leesburg Historic District

Attraction
Leesburg

Leesburg's walkable downtown centered on Main Street features a mix of local shops, cafes, and buildings dating to the early 1900s. The Mote-Morris House museum anchors the historic district, and the area hosts regular First Friday events with live music and open galleries. The downtown has seen steady revitalization, with new restaurants and boutiques joining longtime favorites.

Downtown Mount Dora

Downtown Mount Dora

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Mount Dora

Charming downtown Mount Dora along Donnelly Street. Known for antique shops, art galleries, festivals, and the weekly Village Market.

Downtown Ocala

Downtown Ocala

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Ocala

Downtown Ocala historic district centered on the Square. Hosts street festivals, art walks, farmers markets, and community events.