Local Directory — The Villages, Ocala & Central Florida
Restaurants, bars, venues, and more across the region
Amerikanos Grille
The VillagesMediterranean and American cuisine at Spanish Springs with both indoor and outdoor seating plus an outdoor bar. The gyros and lamb dishes stand out, and the location right on the square means you're steps from the nightly entertainment.
Benchmark International Arena
Huge, snazzy indoor venue hosting pro hockey & arena-football games, plus concerts & more.
Calypso
The VillagesCaribbean-inspired restaurant at The Waterfront Inn on Lake Sumter Landing, serving island-flavored dishes and rum-infused cocktails with indoor-outdoor dining, live music, and lakeside breezes.
Charlie Horse Bar & Grill
OcalaNeighborhood bar and grill on Silver Springs Blvd in Ocala serving American fare with daily specials. Known for karaoke nights, DJ Bingo, and a lively local crowd with indoor and outdoor seating.
Dirty South Saloon
LeesburgLeesburg's honky-tonk and biker bar featuring live bands, karaoke, line dancing, pool, darts, and themed events in a smoke-free indoor space with a spacious outdoor area.
Easy Street by Funworks
OcalaAll-ages entertainment venue offering indoor & outdoor spaces for batting, climbing & arcade games.
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.
Homosassa Public Library
Crystal RiverCitrus County Library branch in Homosassa featuring a seed library, community and study rooms, computer lab, indoor and outdoor Wi-Fi, and a special collection of Winslow Homer watercolor prints.
Jungle Zone
TavaresJungle Zone is the premier indoor inflatable play park for children of all ages in Lake County, Florida.
Lake County Farmers & Flea Market
eustisIndoor market open Thursdays with produce, plus items ranging from greeting cards to fishing poles.
Sawgrass Tavern
The VillagesCeltic-inspired restaurant at Sawgrass Grove in The Villages featuring shepherd's pie, corned beef and cabbage, fish and chips, plus a spacious indoor-outdoor bar and patio seating.
Sky Zone Trampoline Park
OcalaChain of indoor trampoline parks featuring freestyle bouncing, dodgeball, fitness programs & more.
The Grill at Pepper Creek
homosassaCasual eatery inside Homosassa Springs Wildlife State Park with indoor seating overlooking Pepper Creek, serving pizzas, sandwiches, and salads — no park admission required to dine.
The Lazy Maid Crêperie
BrooksvilleHighly rated French creperie in downtown Brooksville serving both sweet and savory crepes in a charming setting with indoor and outdoor seating, open for breakfast and lunch.
The Remedy Dog Bar
OcalaWe’re a full-service restaurant offering indoor dining for our human guests, paired with a thoughtfully designed dog-friendly experience for those who love enjoying life alongside their four-legged companions. Our mission is simple: create a space where people and pups can relax, connect, and feel at home. Because underdogs deserve a spot at the table too!
Waterfront Social
Crystal RiverIndoor/outdoor gathering spot on Kings Bay in Crystal River serving southern coastal dishes from scratch, with a tiki bar offering 180-degree bay views and sunset cocktails.