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In and Around The Villages 

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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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Pasta Faire

Italian / Pizza

10401 SE US Highway 441, Belleview, FL 34420

Near The Villages

Restaurant pizza, pasta, seafood & other Italian standards. Closed on Mondays.

4.4

Pasta

Seafood

Italian

Pizza

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Chicas Cuban Café

International Cuisine

215 S Woodland Blvd, DeLand, FL 32720

Around The Villages

Cubano sandwiches to an large range of tapas and main courses, there's something for everyone.

4.6

Cuban

For Foodies

Tapas

Try a New Cuisine

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Beefy King

Deli / Sandwiches

424 N Bumby Ave, Orlando, FL 32803

Around The Villages

Best known for its uniquely steamed hot and fresh roast beef sandwiches, deli, and BBQ beef.

4.7

Deli

BBQ

Local Favorite

Worth the Drive

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Nauti Lobstah

Seafood

311 S Forest Ave, Apopka, FL 37703

Around The Villages

Lobster and New England style seafood-focused dining. Lobster rolls and oysters.

4.5

Lunch and Dinner

Seafood

Lobster

New England

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La Palma Mexican

Mexican

1690 Citrus Blvd, Leesburg, FL 34748

Near The Villages

Casual Mexican restaurant with large local following. Know for great margaritas. Outdoor seating.

4.4

Mexican

Local Favorite

Outdoor Dining

Casual

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Michele's Cuisine

International Cuisine

18050 SE 102nd Terrace, Lady Lake, FL 34491

In The Villages

Cozy spot for German staples such as schnitzel and beef stew, plus beer, sandwiches.

4.5

Outdoor Dining

German

Lunch and Dinner

Worth the Drive

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Bravo Pizza

Italian / Pizza

1080 Lake Sumter Landing, The Villages, FL 32162

At Lake Sumter Landing

Casual restaurant recommended for pizza, lasagna and Italian dishes at Lake Sumter.

4.3

Lunch and Dinner

Italian / Pizza

Casual

Worth the Drive

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Francesco’s

Italian / Pizza

16770 US Hwy 441, Summerfield, FL 34491

Near The Villages

Italian dining experience loved by locals. Scratch-made sauces and soups. Wine tasting nights.

4.4

Lunch and Dinner

Italian

Pasta

Soups

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Salt Shack on the Lake

Seafood

846 W Osceola St, Clermont, FL 34711

Around The Villages

Wild-caught seafood and outdoor waterfront dining in Historic Downtown Clermont.

4.5

Outdoor Dining

Lunch and Dinner

Waterfront Dining

Worth the Drive

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Mrs. Potato

Comfort Food

4550 S. Kirkman Road, Orlando, FL 32811

Around The Villages

Potatoes and Brazilian flair. Top 12 Restaurants in Orlando and on Diner's Drive-ins and Dives.

4.7

TV Famous

For Foodies

Top Rated / Award Winning

Try a New Cuisine

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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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Lamp & Shade

Asian Food

1336 N Mills Ave, Orlando, FL 32803

Around The Villages

Stylish cocktail-forward restaurant and lounge. Ala carte and tasting menus available.

4.8

Over 21

Top Rated

Cool Atmosphere

Tasting Menu

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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.)

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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.

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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. 

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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.

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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.

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Now the only difficult decision is figuring out who's buying dinner.

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Bon Appétit!

~ Charlie

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