Local Directory
Restaurants, bars, venues, and more across the region
Fiesta Grande Mexican Grill
The VillagesCasual Mexican restaurant in The Villages serving tacos, enchiladas, fajitas, and margaritas. A solid spot for a quick Tex-Mex fix with friendly service.
Flora-Bama Lounge & Oyster Bar
perdido-keyLegendary beach bar on the AL-FL state line since 1964. Five stages, live music 365 days a year. Home of the Interstate Mullet Toss.
FONDA DULCE JESUS MIO OCALA
OcalaAuthentic Latin American restaurant and nightlife spot in Ocala serving traditional dishes in a festive atmosphere. A vibrant spot for Latin food, music, and dancing.
Fox Crossing Tavern
BelleviewRegular live acts in a friendly neighborhood-bar setting near The Villages.
Fresh jalapeño Mexican Restaurant
The VillagesFamily-run Mexican restaurant in Lady Lake dishing out fresh-made tacos, burritos, and sizzling fajitas. The salsa bar and generous portions keep the regulars happy.
Fujiyama Japanese Steakhouse
BrooksvilleFamily-friendly Japanese place for sushi & hibachi fare with chefs cooking on tabletop grills.
Gator's Dockside Clermont
ClermontFamily-friendly sports-bar chain offering American fare, including signature grilled chicken wings.
Gator's Dockside Eustis
eustisFamily-friendly sports-bar chain offering American fare, including signature grilled chicken wings.
Gator's Dockside Ocala
OcalaFamily-friendly sports-bar chain offering American fare, including signature grilled chicken wings.
HandleBar Mount Dora
Mount DoraMount Dora's craft cocktail destination on the top floor of the Mount Dora Marketplace. Open-air atmosphere, stunning downtown views, seasonal cocktail specials, and live music. Speakeasy vibes with fresh-made drinks.
Holy Sh'mokes Cigar & Wine Lounge
The VillagesPremium cigar, wine, beer, and coffee lounge in The Villages. The cigar lounge is enclosed and separate from the smoke-free indoor bar — so everyone's comfortable. Karaoke nights, wine tastings, and military discounts add to the draw.
Hooters
spring-hillSports bar & grill chain famous for chicken wings served by waitresses in short shorts.
Kalua Beach Bar
TavaresA lakefront bar with Hawaiian-inspired food, Lake Dora views, and live music on weekends. The vibe is Jimmy Buffett meets lake town Florida -- laid back, sandy-footed, and exactly where you want to be on a Friday night.
Keel & Curley Winery at Lake Dora
TavaresTasting room outpost of the popular Florida blueberry winery, offering wine flights, glasses, and bottles in a relaxed setting.
