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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Charlie's Pick
Harvest Restaurant
American Favorites
3676 Meggison Rd, The Villages, FL 32163
At Brownwood Paddock Square
Often recommended for elevated comfort dining. Unique healthier focused menu.
4.4
Outdoor Dining
Golf Cart Chic
Dining at the Squares
Worth the Drive
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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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Lee’s Kitchen
Asian Food
2470 Burnsed Blvd, The Villages, FL 32163
In The Villages
Frequently praised local option for Chinese comfort dishes and carryout options.
4.2
Lunch and Dinner
Local Favorite
Chinese
Asian
Charlie's Pick
Legacy Restaurant
American Favorites
17135 Buena Vista Blvd, The Villages, FL 32162
In The Villages
Popular stand alone restaurant at Lopez Country Club. The bar is very social.
4.5
Golf Cart Chic
Lunch and Dinner
Meet People
Country Club
Charlie's Pick
Lighthouse
Seafood
925 Lake Shore Drive, The Villages, FL 32162
At Lake Sumter Landing
Waterfront-style dining overlooking Lake Sumter, and THE lighthouse of The Villages.
4.4
Waterfront Dining
Dining at the Squares
Seafood
A Must See
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Metro Diner
American Favorites
4110 Wedgewood Lane, The Villages, FL 32162
In The Villages
Popular comfort-food breakfast and brunch spot. American favorites in a diner atmosphere.
4.5
Breakfast / Brunch
Local Favorite
Comfort Food
Early Choice
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Mezza Luna
Italian / Pizza
243 Colony Blvd, The Villages, FL 32162
In The Villages
Serving authentic Neapolitan recipes fused with Florida cuisine. Dinner specials.
4.4
Golf Cart Chic
Lunch and Dinner
Local Favorite
Worth the Drive
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Orange Blossom Hills
American Favorites
1542 Water Tower Cir, The Villages, FL 32159
In The Villages
Historic Villages dining. Trivia and Karaoke. Burgers and Fish tacos. Where it all started.
4.5
Golf Cart Chic
Lunch and Dinner
Visiting the Villages
Country Club
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Piesanos
Italian / Pizza
3539 Wedgewood Ln, The Villages, FL 32162
In The Villages
Local favorite for Italian classics and excellent pizza. Two locations in The Villages.
4.6
Italian / Pizza
Local Favorite
Casual
Worth the Drive
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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
Badge
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
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
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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
