Local Directory — The Villages, Ocala & Central Florida
Restaurants, bars, venues, and more across the region
Rogers Park Splash Pad
LeesburgFree splash pad in Leesburg's Rogers Park at Venetian Gardens, providing water play for kids during warm weather months.
Roma Pizza
eustisItalian chain serving classic & creative pizzas, plus subs, wings & pasta, in a casual space.
Rookies Family Grille & Bar
Lively, family-run sports bar & American grill offering lots of TVs, a kids' menu, patio & karaoke.
Roosters Cafe
Crystal RiverFamily-owned breakfast and lunch cafe in Brooksville known for hearty homemade dishes under $10, including meatloaf, chicken fried steak, and all-you-can-eat fish fry Fridays.
Root & Branch Bistro + Bar
ClermontA labor of love from proprietors Jason and Casey Baruch, Root & Branch has won multiple Taste of South Lake awards for good reason. The fried green tomatoes are legendary, and the upscale-but-casual vibe hits that sweet spot for a special night out.
Rotary Centennial Dog Park
Sprawling 3-acre dog park offering fenced-in, size-based play areas spread over grassy expanses.
Roughstocks grill
DunnellonGrill restaurant attached to Two Rivers Local Bar on Pennsylvania Avenue in Dunnellon, serving food to bar patrons and dine-in guests.
ROYAL ORCHID THAI Cuisine
OcalaVarious Thai favorites, plus beer & wine, are served in a traditional, wood-paneled setting.
Ruby Street Grille
TavaresTavares' 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.
Russel St. Park
BrooksvilleDowntown Brooksville park on Russell Street serving as the western trailhead for the Good Neighbor Trail, with parking and historical markers.
Rusted Jade Art Collective
Crystal RiverTattoo shop and art gallery in Brooksville featuring a versatile team of artists, gallery exhibitions, workshops, events, and a Kids Art Social Club for ages 4-10.
Rusty Anchor Mount Dora
Mount DoraPontoon boat tour company on Lake Dora run by a 4th-generation native Floridian, offering 2-hour Dora Canal wildlife tours, sunset cruises, and lunch/dinner cruises aboard covered, USCG-inspected vessels.
Rutabagas Natural Food Market & Café
InvernessFamily-owned natural food store and cafe in Inverness offering organic produce, vitamins, supplements, and a cafe menu of smoothies, acai bowls, wraps, and soups for special diets.
Sabal Bluff Preserve
LeesburgA 55-acre nature preserve on the shores of Lake Griffin in Leesburg with 2 miles of hiking trails, scenic bluff overlooks, and excellent birding and wildlife viewing. No pets allowed.
Salt & Ember
Mount DoraNew restaurant at Eastport Town Center in The Villages area, located on Central Lake Drive.
Salt Marsh Trails - Crystal River Wildlife Refuge Complex Trailhead
homosassaThe Salt Marsh Trails offer access to wetlands and are used for environmental education, with facilities constructed for public enjoyment.
Salt Shack on the Lake
ClermontWaterfront restaurant on Lake Minneola offering island vibes, wild-caught seafood, and a sandy beach area perfect for families, with live music Thursday through Sunday.
Salty Dogs Steamer and Bar
InvernessFamily-owned seafood restaurant on Courthouse Square in Inverness serving hand-cut steaks, shrimp, crab, and lobster alongside Cuban-pressed sandwiches.
