Local Directory — The Villages, Ocala & Central Florida
Restaurants, bars, venues, and more across the region
NE Seafood Shack
LeesburgReal New England seafood in Leesburg -- lobster rolls, clam chowder, and fried clams done by people who actually know the difference. The chef comes out to greet customers, and the prices are reasonable for the quality.
Nickel and the Hat
Mount DoraKitschy, British-inspired pub for comfort eats & pints in casual digs, with live music & a patio.
Nine State Brewery
InvernessDowntown Inverness craft brewery combining in-house brewed beer with authentic Korean food, named for the owner's journey from Massachusetts to Florida through nine states.
Norton's Riverside Sports Bar and Grill
Crystal RiverStraightforward hangout for sports, American grill fare & bar games, with tables on a spacious deck.
NY Chinese Restaurant
ClermontChinese take-out spot in a shopping plaza offering fast service & basics like General Tso's chicken.
O'Keefe's Irish Pub & Restaurant
TavaresClassic pub with traditional food & pints, polished wood decor, beer signage & live music.
O'Malley's Alley
OcalaA longtime Ocala favorite for live music in a classic pub setting. Reliable lineup of local and regional acts.
O'Shucks Oyster Bar and Grill
WildwoodSeafood and American restaurant known for oysters on the half shell and fish and chips.
Oak & Stone
The VillagesCraft beer and artisan pizza restaurant at Eastport Town Center featuring a self-serve tap wall with 50+ rotating beers using touchless RFID technology, plus oven-baked wings and create-your-own pizzas.
Oakwood Express Smokehouse
WildwoodLocal BBQ chain serving ribs, steakburgers, seafood & Southern sides in a relaxed atmosphere.
Oakwood Smokehouse & Grill
eustisLocal BBQ chain serving ribs, steakburgers, seafood & Southern sides in a relaxed atmosphere.
Oakwood Smokehouse & Grill
ClermontLocal BBQ chain serving ribs, steakburgers, seafood & Southern sides in a relaxed atmosphere.
Ocala Civic Theatre
OcalaThe second largest community theater in Florida, entertaining and educating since 1950. Live professional-quality musical and dramatic productions year-round.
Ocala Downtown Square
OcalaThe heart of downtown Ocala — a tree-lined public square surrounded by restaurants, shops, and galleries. Farmers markets, art walks, and community events keep the square buzzing year-round.
Ocala National Forest
OcalaNearly 400,000 acres of sand pine scrub, prairies, and springs make this the southernmost national forest in the continental U.S. Home to world-class swimming holes at Alexander, Juniper, and Salt Springs.
Ocala Regional Sportsplex
OcalaMulti-sport complex in Ocala hosting youth and adult leagues, tournaments, and fitness programs. Fields for soccer, football, and more across a well-maintained facility.
Ocala Skatepark
OcalaPublic skatepark in Ocala offering ramps, rails, and other features for skateboarders and BMX riders.
Ocala Wetland Recharge Park
Ocala200-acre wetland park with walking trails, boardwalks, and observation decks over restored wetlands. A surprisingly scenic spot for birding and nature walks right in Ocala.
Ocala-Marion County Veterans Memorial Park
OcalaVeteran's & war memorial park with over 5,000 commemorative bricks & plaques charting war history.