Last checked: October 23, 2026 · every place links to its source · no paid placements
Looking for a good place to eat near you in Lake County? Here are verified local restaurants, cafés and sweet stops in Mount Dora, Clermont, Tavares, Leesburg, Eustis and Yalaha, grouped by town so you can find something close by.
Jump to a town: Mount Dora · Clermont · Tavares · Leesburg · Eustis · Yalaha
🍽️ Mount Dora restaurants
Lake County's most walkable dining downtown, around 4th Avenue and Donnelly Street. Things to do in Mount Dora →
Downtown picks: Pisces Rising, The Goblin Market Restaurant & Lounge, Cody's on 4th Cafe, The Salted Fry and Olive Branch Mediterranean-Italian Grille & Bar. Addresses, what each place is known for and source links are in our Mount Dora restaurant guide →
🍽️ Clermont restaurants
Downtown Clermont's Montrose Street has a growing cluster of local spots within a few blocks of each other. Things to do in Clermont →
📍 732 W. Montrose St., Clermont
A family-run Italian café, deli, pizza shop and market on Montrose Street. Source: Corelli's Pantry (official site)
📍 793 W. Montrose St., Clermont
A downtown food hall with several vendors under one roof, including Daniel's Cheesesteak, The Brave Burger, tuti's sushi noodle and Oliver's Crepes. It's an easy pick when everyone wants something different. Source: Daniel's Cheesesteak: Montrose Street Market
📍 801 W. Montrose St., Clermont
A sit-down steakhouse on Clermont's Main Street corridor. Source: Clermont Downtown: Crafted Steakhouse
🍽️ Tavares restaurants
Most of Tavares' dining sits within a few blocks of Wooton Park on Lake Dora, where you can watch seaplanes come in. Things to do in Tavares →
📍 Downtown Tavares
A big menu of steaks, seafood and pasta, with a large covered patio. Source: Life in Lake: Tavares restaurant guide
📍 Downtown Tavares, on Lake Dora
Waterfront views over Lake Dora and live music. You can arrive by plane, boat or car. Source: Life in Lake: Tavares restaurant guide
📍 Downtown Tavares
Oysters and other seafood in a casual coastal-style setting. Source: Life in Lake: Tavares restaurant guide
📍 Tavares
Started as a food truck in 2014 and grew into a downtown Mexican restaurant. Source: Life in Lake: Tavares restaurant guide
📍 Tavares
Burgers, tacos and waffles under one roof. An easy family pick. Source: Life in Lake: Tavares restaurant guide
📍 Burleigh Blvd., Tavares
Classic dipped cones and banana splits, served from the giant ice-cream-cone building. Source: Life in Lake: Tavares restaurant guide
📍 Lakeshore Blvd., Tavares
Casual lakefront food on Lake Eustis. You can drive in or tie up your boat. Source: Life in Lake: Tavares restaurant guide
🍽️ Leesburg restaurants
Downtown Leesburg's Main Street has a walkable run of local cafés and restaurants. Things to do in Leesburg →
📍 W. Main St., Leesburg
A downtown Main Street café. Source: Beacon College: Explore Downtown Leesburg
📍 W. Main St., Leesburg
A weekday lunch café on Main Street. Source: Beacon College: Explore Downtown Leesburg
📍 W. Main St., Leesburg
An American restaurant on downtown Main Street. Source: Brick & Barrel (official site)
📍 W. Magnolia St., Leesburg
A bistro a block off Main Street. Source: Beacon College: Explore Downtown Leesburg
📍 W. Main St., Leesburg
Ice cream on Main Street for an after-dinner stroll. Source: Beacon College: Explore Downtown Leesburg
🍽️ Eustis restaurants
Eustis sits on Lake Eustis, and its best-known spot to eat is right on the water. Things to do in Eustis →
📍 402 N. Bay St., Eustis
Wings, burgers and steaks, with patio seating and lake views. Source: The Crazy Gator (official site)
🍽️ Yalaha restaurants
A tiny community between Leesburg and Howey-in-the-Hills with one famous stop. Things to do in nearby Leesburg →
📍 8210 County Road 48, Yalaha
A German bakery known for its breads and pastries. Worth the drive on its own. Source: Yalaha Bakery (official site)
❓ Quick answers
What are the best restaurants near me in Lake County, FL?
It depends on the town. Downtown Mount Dora (Pisces Rising, The Goblin Market, Cody's on 4th), Clermont's Montrose Street (Corelli's Pantry, Montrose Street Market) and the Tavares waterfront near Wooton Park (Ruby Street Grille, Puddle Jumpers) have the most options close together.
Where can I eat on the water in Lake County?
Puddle Jumpers in downtown Tavares overlooks Lake Dora, Fish Camp sits on Lake Eustis in Tavares, The Crazy Gator in Eustis has lake views, and Pisces Rising in Mount Dora has a large sunset patio.
Is there a gluten-free restaurant in Lake County?
Yes. The Salted Fry in downtown Mount Dora is a 100% gluten-free restaurant.
What's a good family-friendly casual spot?
Try BTW (Burgers Tacos Waffles) or Twistee Treat in Tavares, the Montrose Street Market food hall in Clermont, or Mystic Ice Cream on Leesburg's Main Street.
How we built this list
We only list places we could confirm through the restaurant's own website, the local visitor bureau or a local guide (linked on each one). We removed places we couldn't confirm or that have closed. We don't list hours because they change often, so check with the restaurant before you go. Know a great spot we missed? Tell us.
Sources
- Pisces Rising (official site)
- The Goblin Market (official site)
- Cody's on 4th (official site)
- The Salted Fry (official site)
- Visit Mount Dora: Dine
- Corelli's Pantry (official site)
- Daniel's Cheesesteak: Montrose Street Market
- Clermont Downtown: Crafted Steakhouse
- Life in Lake: Tavares restaurant guide
- Beacon College: Explore Downtown Leesburg
- Brick & Barrel (official site)
- The Crazy Gator (official site)
- Yalaha Bakery (official site)
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