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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Perico Ripiao Latin Food
International Cuisine
5295 W Irlo Bronson Memorial Hwy, Kissimmee, FL 34746
Around The Villages
Classic Dominican food, made with the freshest ingredients and prepared with care.
4.8
For Foodies
Lunch and Dinner
Top Rated
Try a New Cuisine
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China Jade
Asian Food
420 W Gulf Atlantic Hwy, Wildwood, FL 34785
Near The Villages
Very highly rated for Asian food near The Villages. Quick food and good quality.
4.7
Top Rated
Local Favorite
Chinese
Asian
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Campo Azul Mexican
Mexican
17860 SE 109th Ave, Summerfield, FL 34491
Near The Villages
Highly rated eatery serving Mexican staples such as enchiladas and chimichangas.
4.8
Top Rated
Mexican
Local Favorite
Worth the Drive
Charlie's Pick
Prima Italian Steakhouse
Italian / Pizza
3660 Kiessel Road, The Villages, FL 32163
At Brownwood Paddock Square
Known for Italian comfort dishes, comfort food and steaks. Great lasagna. Classes available.
4.4
Golf Cart Chic
Outdoor Dining
Meet People
Steakhouse
Charlie's Pick
Cane Garden
American Favorites
1726 Bailey Trail, The Villages, FL 32162
In The Villages
Serving breakfast, lunch and dinner. Golf views. Outdoor dining in country club setting.
4.2
Outdoor Dining
Breakfast
Scenic Views
Country Club
Charlie's Pick
Cody’s - Lake Sumter
American Favorites
1041 Lake Sumter Landing, The Villages, FL 32162
At Lake Sumter Landing
Surprisingly good prime rib and steak dinners at great prices, served all day. Very social.
4.1
Outdoor Dining
Waterfront Dining
Meet People
Worth the Drive
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Pa' Paraguaná Venezuelan
International Cuisine
2381 N Orange Blossom Trail, Kissimmee, FL 34744
Around The Villages
4.9 from over 4K reviews. Offers a diverse menu of empanadas, plus traditional desserts.
4.9
For Foodies
Top Rated
Venezuelan
Try a New Cuisine
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The Polo Pony
American Favorites
8051 NW 17th Pl, Ocala, FL 34482
Around The Villages
Sophisticated dining room. Elevated tavern classics and chef-driven dishes for lunch and dinner.
4.8
Top Rated
Lunch and Dinner
Outdoor Dining
Worth the Drive
Charlie's Pick
Cody’s - Brownwood
American Favorites
3731 Meggison Rd, The Villages, FL 32163
At Brownwood Paddock Square
Surprisingly good prime rib and steak dinners at great prices, served all day. Very social.
4.1
Outdoor Dining
Fun Decor
Meet People
Sports Bar
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Classes at Legacy
American Favorites
17135 Buena Vista Blvd, The Villages, FL 32162
In The Villages
Classes rotate topics, are subject to change and fill up quickly. Often very social.
4.8
Unique Experience
Cooking
Meet People
Classes
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Viva Mexico Taqueria
Mexican
17557 S US Hwy 301, Summerfield, FL, United States, 34491
Near The Villages
Taco food truck with a tent featuring familiar Mexican fare and a few picnic tables.
4.7
Top Rated
Food Truck
Lunch and Dinner
Worth the Drive
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Bluefin
Seafood
2738 Brownwood Blvd, The Villages, FL 32163
At Brownwood Paddock Square
Sushi and cocktail-focused. Bar area known to be "social" - good place to chat with people.
4.5
Golf Cart Chic
Outdoor Dining
Meet People
Seafood
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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
