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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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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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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Polynesian Fire Luau
American Favorites
4740 W Irlo Bronson Memorial Hwy, Kissimmee, FL 34746
Around The Villages
High-energy Polynesian fire dancing. Serenades to guests throughout buffet dinner.
4.6
Entertainment
Buffet
Dinner Show
Kid Approved
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Maine Coon Manor
American Favorites
5740 W Irlo Bronson Memorial Hwy, Kissimmee, FL 34747
Around The Villages
High-end cafe with an interactive experience: majestic Maine Coons and exotic cats.
4.8
Unique Experience
Animal Encounters
Cat Cafe
Try Something New
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Oakwood Smokehouse
BBQ
860 S US Hwy 441, Lady Lake, FL 32159
Near The Villages
Casual barbecue, steaks and award-winning ribs with a few locations near The Villages.
4.7
Top Rated
BBQ
Local Favorite
Casual
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Takis Greek & Italian
Greek / Mediterranean
13761 US-441, Lady Lake, FL 32159
Near The Villages
Takis offers authentic Greek and Italian food in the heart of The Villages, Florida.
4.1
Greek
Italian
Gyros
Worth the Drive
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Fresh Jalapeño
Mexican
360 US-441, Lady Lake, FL 32159
In The Villages
Casual Mexican grill and takeout restaurant. Popular among locals and visitors.
4.3
Outdoor Dining
Mexican
Fun Atmosphere
Local Favorite
Charlie's Pick
Amerikanos
Greek / Mediterranean
998 Del Mar Drive, Lady Lake, FL 32159
At Spanish Springs
Sizzling gyros to flaming saganaki. Outdoor dining. Classic American Food.
4.4
Outdoor Dining
Lunch
Gyros
Dinner
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Bamboo Bistro
Asian Food
700 US-441, Lady Lake, FL 32159
Near The Villages
Mongolian Beef, Shrimp Tempura, and Miso Soup, all crafted with quality ingredients.
4.2
Japanese
Sushi
Asian
Worth the Drive
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Cheng’s
Asian Food
4050 Wedgewood Ln, Lady Lake, FL 32162
Near The Villages
Frequently recommended for fast hot meals. Generous portions. Chinese and sushi.
4.3
Casual
Chinese
Lunch Specials
Asian
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Chicken Salad Chick
American Favorites
996 Bichara Blvd., Lady Lake, FL 32159
Near The Villages
Chain specializing in many different types of chicken salads, plus sandwiches, soups & sides.
4.4
Sandwiches
Chicken Salad
Closed Sundays
Worth the Drive
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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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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
