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Restaurants
In and Around The Villages 

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If you are looking for a specific restaurant or all of the restaurants near you, this is not the place. That's Google. This is for finding the best choices for restaurants. And, it doesn't require scrolling through dozens of articles or reading hundreds of reviews.

 

We've gathered almost 300 restaurants in and around The Villages and organized them into an easy-to-search directory.

 

Whether you're looking for Mexican food, waterfront dining, a special night out, or a hidden local favorite, use the filters below to find exactly what you're in the mood for.

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Look in specific squares or In The Villages in general.  Near The Villages will include places inside and right outside The Villages.

 

Around The Villages are a little farther out-- but worth the trip. 

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Piesanos

Italian / Pizza

729 Kristine Way, The Villages, FL 32163

Near The Villages

Local favorite for Italian classics and excellent pizza. Two locations in The Villages.

4.4

Italian

Local Favorite

Casual

Pizza

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Darrell’s Diner

Breakfast / Brunch

3469 Wedgewood Ln, The Villages, FL 32162

In The Villages

Retro-style diner popular for breakfast favorites. Locals also state the burgers are great, too.

4.3

Breakfast

Diner

Local Favorite

Brunch

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Mount Dora Bistro

International Cuisine

142 W 4th Ave, Mount Dora, FL 32757

Around The Villages

A full-service French inspired eatery, honors French traditions through design, dining and the arts.

4.3

Outdoor Dining

Dinner Only

French

Try a New Cuisine

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Kung Fu Chef

Asian Food

3437 Wedgewood Ln, The Villages, FL 32162

Near The Villages

Casual Asian restaurant serving sushi and Chinese dishes at reasonable prices. Local Favorite.

4.5

Asian Food

Chinese

Sushi

Worth the Drive

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Flippers Pizzeria

Italian / Pizza

2959 Traverse Trl, Wildwood, FL 34785

In The Villages

All-natural craft pizza with over 30 fresh toppings and specialty pizzas. Two Village Locations.

4.6

Lunch and Dinner

Outdoor Dining

Casual

30+ Toppings

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Vincent’s

Italian / Pizza

5910 N Orange Blossom Trl, Mount Dora, FL 32757

Around The Villages

Long-running family-owned Italian restaurant with pasta, pizza and wings. Lunch and Dinner.

4.4

Lunch and Dinner

Comfort Food

Calzones

Italian

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Firehouse Subs

Deli / Sandwiches

13757 US Hwy 441, Lady Lake, FL 32159

Near The Villages

Quick-service sandwich shop. Hot subs and make your own. Popular among locals.

4.4

Sandwiches

Subs

Casual

Deli

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The Tap Room

Prime Rib / Steakhouse

549 W Par St, Orlando, FL 32804

Around The Villages

Celebrated for its rich culinary heritage, award-winning cuisine, and breathtaking ambiance.

4.4

Historic Dining

Tap House

Award Winning

Ambiance

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Domu

Asian Food

7600 Dr Phillips Blvd , Orlando, FL 32819

Around The Villages

Domu’s East End Market location received their first Michelin Bib Gourmand Award in 2022.

4.5

Japanese

Award Winning

Ramen

Try a New Cuisine

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Bake Chop

American Favorites

110 Artisan Alley, DeLand, FL 32720

Around The Villages

Popular foodie destination. Breakfast, lunch and dinner -- several popular sandwiches.

4.7

Lunch and Dinner

For Foodies

Breakfast

Sandwiches

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Darrell’s Diner

Breakfast / Brunch

996 Bichara Blvd, Lady Lake, FL 32159

Near The Villages

Retro-style diner popular for breakfast and lunch options. Popular with locals.

4.3

Breakfast / Brunch

Sandwiches

Omelets

Early Choice

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Red Sauce

Italian / Pizza

1000 Canal St, The Villages, FL 32162

At Lake Sumter Landing

Well known Italian restaurant on Lake Sumter Landing. Dining On the Square.

4.3

Outdoor Dining

Dining at the Squares

Local Favorite

Worth the Drive

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Explore Around 300 Restaurants In and Around The Villages

The Villages and the surrounding areas offer an incredible number of dining options. Whether you're looking for a quick bite after golf, a special night out, or a hidden gem you've never heard of, you'll find it here. (Looking for an overview of the restaurant scene before you start looking at actual places? Yea, we've got that, too! Restaurant Overview.)

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Start by exploring restaurants in The Villages. These are within The Villages itself or just a golf cart ride away. You'll find everything from casual lunches to upscale dinners where "Golf Cart Chic" is perfectly acceptable: no jacket required—casual dress, upscale dining and good company.

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Next, take a look at restaurants Near The Villages. These include the charming small towns surrounding us in every direction. Many people drive right past them without realizing some of the area's best local favorites are tucked away there. 

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If you're feeling a little adventurous, venture beyond that: Around The Villages.  We're admittedly spoiled in The Villages, where a 20-minute drive can feel like a road trip. But some of Florida's most memorable dining experiences are just a little farther down the road. That's where you'll find restaurants featured on television, chefs you've actually heard of, Michelin-recognized dining, unique themed experiences, and some of the highest-rated restaurants in the state.

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Use the filters to help narrow the field and point you toward exactly what you're craving tonight. Looking for a date night? Try Fine Dining or Golf Cart Chic. Not seeing your cuisine? Try International - its a catch-all for foods around the world. If you get a little too specific and your results become thin, simply remove a filter or two and see what delicious possibilities appear.

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Now the only difficult decision is figuring out who's buying dinner.

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