Restaurants
In and Around The Villages
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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T-Rex Café
American Favorites
1676 E Buena Vista Dr, Lake Buena Vista, FL 32830
Around The Villages
Life-sized animatronic dinosaurs, meteor showers & an aquarium. No Disney ticket required.
4.6
Unique Experience
Entertainment
Dinosaurs
Kid Approved
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White Willow
Asian Food
8050 NW 17th Pl, Ocala, FL 34482
Around The Villages
Sweeping views of World Equestrian Center, with food from Asia, sushi and Japanese cuisine.
4.5
Scenic Views
Rooftop
Japanese
Try a New Cuisine
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Big Hammock
Asian Food
103 SE 1st Ave, Ocala, FL 34471
Around The Villages
Brewery featuring Asian-inspired fares such as bao buns and ramen, plus a wide beer selection.
4.8
Top Rated
Asian
Brewery
Bao Buns
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Santorini Greek Cuisine
Greek / Mediterranean
136 N Woodland Blvd, DeLand, FL 32720
Around The Villages
Top rated restaurant. Gyros, moussaka, pastitsio, lemon potatoes and dolmades.
4.8
Greek
Top Rated
Gyros
Worth the Drive
Charlie's Pick
World of Beer
American Favorites
2757 Brownwood Blvd, The Villages, FL 32163
At Brownwood Paddock Square
Large rotating beer selection. Dog friendly outdoor seating and bar on the square.
4.2
Outdoor Dining
Brewery / Craft Beer / Tap House
Sports Bar
Tap House
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Linda’s La Cantina
Prime Rib / Steakhouse
4721 E Colonial Dr, Orlando, FL 32803
Around The Villages
Legendary old-school Orlando steakhouse, serving steaks since 1947. Dinner only.
4.7
Top Rated
Romantic
Historic Dining
Steakhouse
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Canvas Restaurant
American Favorites
13615 Sachs Avenue, Orlando, FL 32827
Around The Villages
Stylish lakeside restaurant in Lake Nona. Waterfront dining. Comfort food. Opens at 8:00am.
4.3
Waterfront Dining
Scenic Views
Opens at 8:00am
Lakeside
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Fiesta Grande
Mexican
3647 Kiessel Rd, The Villages, FL 32163
At Brownwood Paddock Square
Popular Mexican dining spot. Nachos & fajitas. Giant Margaritas. Two Villages locations.
4.4
Dining at the Squares
Mexican
Local Favorite
Outdoor Dining
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Coastal Del Mar
Seafood
990 Del Mar Drive, The Villages, FL 32159
At Spanish Springs
Upscale seafood restaurant with modern coastal vibe. Hear the bands from the bar.
4.4
Golf Cart Chic
Outdoor Dining
Dining at the Squares
Spanish Springs
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Gator Joe’s
Seafood
12431 SE 135th Avenue, Ocklawaha, FL 32179
Around The Villages
Casual waterfront restaurant and bar on Lake Weir, offering seafood and island cuisine.
4.5
Scenic Views
Waterfront Dining
Seafood
Casual
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Panera Bread
Breakfast / Brunch
1010 Lake Sumter Landing, The Villages, FL 32162
At Lake Sumter Landing
Favorite bakery-café and lunch destination. On the Square, its a great people watching place.
4.4
Breakfast
Dining at the Squares
Local Favorite
Early Choice
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Pupusas Lissgaby
International Cuisine
7655 SE 126th Pl suite 2, Belleview, FL 34420
Near The Villages
Serving pupusas, tamales and other Salvadoran dishes. Closed Monday and Tuesday
4.8
Top Rated
Salvadoran Cuisine
Breakfast / Lunch
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.)
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.
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.
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.
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.
Now the only difficult decision is figuring out who's buying dinner.
Bon Appétit!
~ Charlie
