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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Back Porch Pizza
Italian / Pizza
237 W 4th Ave, Mount Dora, FL 32757
Around The Villages
Serving a large variety of appetizers, salads and specialty pizzas. Known for fig pizza.
4.6
Pizza
Meatballs
Outdoor Dining
Appetizers
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Taqueria La Famosa
Mexican
11707 N US Highway 301, Oxford, FL 34484
Near The Villages
Taco Truck known for Birria tacos and others. Serving lunch and dinner. Loyal following.
4.7
Food Truck
Lunch and Dinner
Top Rated
Mexican
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Oakwood
BBQ
27745 US Hwy 27, Leesburg, FL 34748
Near The Villages
Casual barbecue and comfort food restaurant. Two locations near The Villages.
4.7
Top Rated
BBQ
Local Favorite
Worth the Drive
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Germain's Chicken Sandwiches
Deli / Sandwiches
220 NW 8th Ave #10, Gainesville, FL 32601
Around The Villages
Triple D sampled the signature fried chicken: "The Good Feather" in Gainesville.
4.8
Chicken Sandwiches
TV Famous
Top Rated
Casual
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Kumo Sushi
Asian Food
637 Kristine Way, The Villages, FL 32163
Near The Villages
Reviews rave about the sushi and full flavors. Specialty rolls and the quality ingredients.
4.7
Top Rated
Japanese
Sushi
Local Favorite
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Fiesta Grande
Mexican
297 Colony Blvd, The Villages, FL 32162
In The Villages
Popular Mexican dining spot. Nachos & fajitas. Giant Margaritas. Two Villages locations.
4.4
Mexican
Casual Dining, Mexican, Villages Lifestyle,
Local Favorite
Worth the Drive
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The Hampton Social
Seafood
9101 International Dr, Orlando, FL 32819
Around The Villages
Coastal-inspired restaurant and rooftop lounge. Interesting cocktails. Local Favorite.
4.7
Rooftop
Outdoor Dining
Seafood
Coastal
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Sunrise Asian
Asian Food
5806 Seven Mile Dr, Wildwood, FL 34785
In The Villages
Strongly praised for Chinese and Thai food, and their generous portion sizes.
4.5
Chinese
Lunch and Dinner
Local Favorite
Thai
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Goblin Market
American Favorites
330 Dora Drawdy Way, Mount Dora, FL 32757
Around The Villages
The restaurant features three intimate, book-lined dining rooms, as well as a beautiful lounge.
4.7
Top Rated
Craft Beer / Tap House
Historic Dining
Cool Decor
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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Miz Kathi’s Cotillion
Comfort Food
101 North Main Street, Wildwood, FL 34785
Near The Villages
Southern comfort food, homemade cakes, meatloaf, desserts, and charming atmosphere.
4.5
Lunch
Southern Food
Desserts
Dinner
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Fire Japanese
Asian Food
1401 Citrus Blvd, Leesburg, FL 34748
Near The Villages
Reviews rave about good prices and delicious food. Outdoor seating. Steak, chicken and sushi.
4.7
Top Rated
Japanese
Hibachi
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
