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Local Directory

Restaurants, bars, venues, and more across the region

Showing 49–72 of 76 places
Rainbow Springs Art, Inc

Rainbow Springs Art, Inc

Other
Dunnellon

Nonprofit cooperative art gallery on Walnut Street in Dunnellon representing 25+ local artists working in diverse media, with monthly public art classes and student scholarship programs.

Ruby Street Grille

Ruby Street Grille

Bar $$
Tavares

Tavares' go-to for lakeside live entertainment and cold drinks. Ruby Street Grille keeps the patio packed with regular live music, a solid pub menu, and views of Lake Dora. It's more bar-with-great-food than restaurant-with-a-bar.

live musicpub foodlakeside
Sholom Park

Sholom Park

Attraction
Ocala

A 44-acre public garden and park in the On Top of the World community in Ocala. Features walking paths, formal gardens, water features, and the popular Spring Strings outdoor concert series. Free admission.

parkgardenconcerts
Silver River Museum & Environmental Education Center

Silver River Museum & Environmental Education Center

Attraction
Ocala

Hidden gem inside Silver Springs State Park with 12,000 years of Florida history — prehistoric artifacts, rare fossils, and a pioneer cracker village with historic cabins and a one-room schoolhouse. Open to the public on weekends only.

family-friendly
St. Johns Tavern

St. Johns Tavern

Restaurant $$
Crystal River

Classic pub fare is served alongside beer & cocktails in this warm, wood-&-brick locale.

indoor
Tavares Seaplane Base & Marina

Tavares Seaplane Base & Marina

Other $$
Tavares

Public marina and seaplane base on Lake Dora with boat slips, fuel dock, and launch ramps. The hub for waterfront access in America's Seaplane City.

The Barrel Bar & Grille

The Barrel Bar & Grille

Bar
Crystal River

Neighborhood bar and grille in Homosassa serving pub fare and cold drinks.

indoor
The Black Sheep on Broadway

The Black Sheep on Broadway

Bar
Ocala

Locally owned, woman-led restaurant and bar in downtown Ocala, open since 2019. Features live music on weekends, weekday happy hours, and a full menu of American pub fare in the heart of the historic district.

indoor
The Blarney Stone Pub

The Blarney Stone Pub

Bar $$
Tavares

Irish-themed pub in downtown Tavares with a friendly local vibe, cold drafts, and pub grub. A reliable spot for a casual drink near the waterfront.

indoor
The Brick & Barrel Public House

The Brick & Barrel Public House

Restaurant $$
Leesburg

New American restaurant and bar on Main Street in Leesburg with a rustic-modern vibe, craft beer on tap, handmade cocktails, and live music Friday and Saturday evenings.

indoor
The Brooksville Common

The Brooksville Common

Other
Crystal River

Downtown Brooksville public green space with walking paths, picnic areas, and open lawn, serving as a central gathering spot and home to the Good Neighbor Trailhead.

The Cove Pub & Grub

The Cove Pub & Grub

Bar
Inverness

Lakeside pub and grill on the Tsala Apopka chain of lakes with outdoor seating, wings, burgers, and cold drinks.

indoor
The Cove Resort and Pub

The Cove Resort and Pub

Restaurant $$
Inverness

Offering local brews on tap, this easygoing haunt with colorful seating serves popular pub grub.

indoor
The Crooked Spoon

The Crooked Spoon

Restaurant $$
Clermont

Chef-driven pub born of a food truck with craft beer & local ingredients in the eats & cocktails.

indoor
The Crooked Spoon Gastropub

The Crooked Spoon Gastropub

Restaurant $$
Clermont

A chef-driven gastropub offering traditional and modern dishes with a craft beer selection that takes the pub concept seriously. Happy hour daily from 4-7pm is one of the better deals in South Lake County.

gastropubcraft beerhappy hour
The Dam Pub

The Dam Pub

Bar
Bushnell

Quirky local pub with a cozy atmosphere on Lake Panasoffkee.

indoor
The Friar's Table

The Friar's Table

Restaurant $$$
The Villages

Gastropub-style dining at Brownwood Paddock Square with elevated comfort food, craft cocktails, and a warm tavern atmosphere.

indoor
The Frog & Monkey Restaurant & Pub

The Frog & Monkey Restaurant & Pub

Bar $$
Mount Dora

Lively British-inspired pub on Donnelly Street serving pub fare, draft beers, and cocktails. Popular for its casual vibe, trivia nights, and outdoor seating.

indoor
The Salty Scallop Pub

The Salty Scallop Pub

Bar
Crystal River

Neighborhood pub on US-19 in Crystal River serving bar bites, burgers, and adult beverages with all-day happy hour, plus live entertainment Friday-Saturday and karaoke nights.

indoor
The Splash Pad

The Splash Pad

Other
Crystal River

Free public splash pad in downtown Crystal River offering water play for children, located near Heritage Village shops and restaurants.

family-friendly
Town Square

Town Square

Other
Crystal River

Public gathering space in downtown Crystal River on North Citrus Avenue, hosting community events and surrounded by local shops and restaurants in Heritage Village.

Tuscawilla Art Park

Tuscawilla Art Park

Attraction
Ocala

Outdoor art park in downtown Ocala featuring rotating sculpture installations and public art. A creative green space perfect for an afternoon walk among the artwork.

family-friendly
W.T. Bland Public Library

W.T. Bland Public Library

Venue
Mount Dora

W.T. Bland Public Library -- a local venue in the VillaCala Vibes coverage area.

Wildwood Splash Pad

Wildwood Splash Pad

Other
Wildwood

Free public splash pad in Wildwood offering water play for kids at Walker Road park.

family-friendly