Restaurants near Howey-in-the-Hills

“Review from first time visit. Party of 3. Everyone's food was great, other 2 ordered the meatloaf and a burger. Said was great. I ordered the gator bites and Mahi Mahi melt minus the cheese. First time having gator and I really liked it! Kinda a cross between chicken and fish taste haha but good! Mahi sandwich was pretty good as well but kinda wish it was a gator sandwich after those bites ?”

“A five star eating place in central Florida- the fries were perfection and the Reuben -- well how can one get a Reuben really in central Florida -- well here you can. The setting is worth a mention -- Glamorous real. Worth a visit ! And wear your best knickers!”

“We celebrated a friends 75th birthday with lunch and cocktails. Meggen our server was very attentive and made sure all was taken care of. they served a free mini cheesecake for our friend to celebrate her birthday while we all sang.”

“Our first time here and they did not fall short on anything.My wife are all her vegan breakfast and I did with my eggplant panini.Parking: Many parking spots are street available.”

“Rabbit for Easter!? And those hot cross buns, woo hoo hoo doot, doot, dooo! lol. I give them something like a five for nice elevated dining with delicious fancy foods and impressive, exemplary hospitality on a level you don't see often enough anymore, in a beautifully curated arty modern space. I don't mind throwing good money down on food and an experience worthy of it and 1921 delivered, mostly. Was looking forward to the deviled duck eggs as shown on the online "example" menu but they didn't have them on the day. Shoot. And while I realize this is supposed to be an experience, we waited well over an hour for our mains to come out, long after starters and cocktails ran out, and I was about done, restless, and feeling full. So, whatever was special with the mains was sort of lost; at least on me. Our bill was also messed up, they double charged us, and took even more time still, to fix.”

“I ordered some stuffed potatoes and some wings in garlic sauce. They brought me the potatoes in 15 minutes. Before the wings. (My potatoes got cold from waiting)Parking: They don't have much space in the parking lot.”

“Ok being from NJ you know I know a great diner!!! What a find. Drinks, food and service all over the top and the homemade gravies!!! OMG. What a find and will definitely be here again and again and again!!!”

“5 Stars all the way around. This is a fantastic location for a great lunch with friends. The atmosphere is very quaint, charming, relaxing, comfortable...I could go on. I am so glad a mutual friend recommended it to us.Our server explained that everything is made from fresh from scratch and that the chef has been with them for over 20 years.I started with a nice craft beer and a bowl of the Irish Whiskey Onion soup. The soup was very good although I used my knife to cut through some of the cheese and fried onions. My bride ordered a sangria and a mushroom burger. The savory chicken sandwich with fries was ordered by two of us and the Philly sandwich with fries was ordered as well.All of us thoroughly enjoyed our meal and we had no room for dessert. While our meal for two cost over $80, it is a bit on the pricey side if you decide to have 2 beers, a sangria, soup and 2 sandwiches. But it was worth it!This is a great place to dine. We dined on the main floor but you should check out the bar and lounge upstairs as well. Or outside. Just loved The Goblin!”

“We had the pleasure of having Marissa as our server tonight and watching her handle a full service evening was awesome ! And disrespect from certain tables was handled with grace and speed! Hands down will return !”

“Absolutely amazing food, and wonderful atmosphere. My husband and I came in and got the smothered pork chops and chicken tenders, and an assortment of sides. The collards, yams, and potato salad stole the show, and the pork was so tender, and the perfect consistency. The gravy was savory, and perfectly seasoned. The lemonade and tea was phenomenal as well, and a perfect balance from the salty, savory meats. I wish I had saved room for dessert!! Cannot wait to come back, and i highly recommend everyone come try.”

“The BEST hangout spot with the BEST staff and the BEST fries ever!! Cannot recommend it enough! I really enjoy all the different atmospheres that this restaurant holds. Tyler & Scott are amazing too!!”

“I ordered 6 of the S’Lemon cookies and they were soft and delicious!!!!!! My partner ordered the Monster Rizzo and the Johnny Drama. choc chip/ peanut butter, and Oreos.she said they were excellent!!! Yum yum!!!”

“Amazing experience today on our first trip to Leesburg. Went to see the Gardens and saw this restaurant adjacent. Fantastic people here, lively outdoor patio with great food and drinks. Ben, our server, was possibly the best we have ever seen in many years across multiple restaurants, his attitude is something that all should learn from, really made our day.”

“I drive over 3 hours round trip just to eat here (yes, you read that right!) & It's absolutely WORTH IT!I've brought many friends & family members here over the past couple of years since they've opened. They've gone through renovations & remodeling throughout that time, and now it's better than ever. So excited a new location is coming closer to Orlando!Ps you must try the "fried rice bun" on the hamburger & don't forget to order a side of "tator tots" too ??”

“Funky little place with quirky music playing and various seating options. Had the Jr Cuban, chips and a yoohoo.... and it was awesome!!!Parking: They were ok with me bringing in my tiny dog in a bag.”

“What a wonderful surprise. This local restaurant had a huge menu selection. The items we chose for lunch were very tasty. We will be visiting this area again and plan to have lunch or dinner at Mary's country kitchen.”

“Omg! I used to love dunkin' Donuts, and over the years they just got worse. I couldn't find a nice donut shop with delicious donuts except at my publix. We'll, I found a gem at King Donuts! The lady behind the counter was so friendly and these donuts were soft, tasty delicious and I will definitely be back for more. Just wish they were sugar free and calorie free 'cause i could eat the whole dozen! ? ? You need to try them for yourself!”

“Stumbled upon this place today and omg, the coffee was fantastic! I am a true “coffee snob” lol and I always look for local coffee spots when I’m out and about….this has so far been my absolute favorite! The quality and roast was perfect ? paired it with a warm blueberry muffin that my daughter loved and ate the whole thing ? it’s about 45 mins from where I live but I’ll definitely make a drive to go back for a great latte!”

“Authentic and personal, bao is always good and the boba is better than the other shops in town by far. The people here are very nice and the food always comes out almost surprisingly fast.”

“Had a group of 24 here for lunch. The service was very good and the food was delicious as always. We will definitely return. Thank you for the awesome hospitality.”

“Excellent mom and pop ice cream shop! Quirky little shop that is clean and comfortable. HUGE selection of ice cream flavors and smoothies. They also have regular food options available.The owner is super friendly and patient with my kids. Very highly recommend!!!Parking: It used to be a gas station so there is a large parking lot with plenty of parking.Kid-friendliness: Excellent place for kids!”

“A Hidden Gem by the Lake!Fish Camp Lake Eustis is a delightful restaurant with a lovely lakeside setting. Their steakburger and French fries are outstanding — the 1/2 lb burger I received (pictured in my review) was juicy and cooked to perfection, served on a buttery toasted bun, and the fries were crispy and perfectly seasoned. The prices here are very reasonable considering everything is brought in fresh, and the portions are generous.The staff here has always been friendly and attentive, making the dining experience even more enjoyable. The atmosphere is fairly casual and relaxed, perfect for a laid-back meal with friends or family with fantastic views of the lake. As a local favorite, finding parking, seating, and getting your food can take some time during peak hours, which should be expected anywhere, but I can assure you it’s well worth the wait.Many of the negative reviews I’ve read here seem to be left by pretentious people who think the world revolves around them. Listen, if you’re polite, friendly, and respectful to staff your servers will notice and appreciate your kindness. I visited for lunch during a weekday. My hostess/server seated me promptly, provided me a menu upon seating, brought me a beverage right away, and got my order in very quickly. She stopped back several times to check in on my experience and to see if I needed anything, was able to provide me with a guest WiFi password, and even brought me a small to-go cup for my Coca-Cola. Kindness begets kindness, people. Remember that.All in all, Fish Camp Lake Eustis is a hidden gem in Tavares that I would highly recommend to anyone looking for delicious food, beautiful views, and friendly service.Parking: Limited number of spots in the restaurant parking lot, but people park on the lawn on a property across the street. It can get busy here so finding parking can be difficult.”

“We had such a great time. It was a beautiful Saturday afternoon. We did the complementary tour then relaxed outside while listening to the live band. Make sure you bring your own chairs and a blanket to sit outside. The employees were very friendly. We had a hamburger, it was not the best, but it was alright. I really liked the environment. I recommend this place for a nice and chilled afternoon.”

“Breakfast was wonderful. But what really stood out was our amazing waitress Bree with such a contagious smile, and can-do attitude. It made my experience the best.”

“We had a great meal at this restaurant. The service was excellent. However, it was very noisy as the place was packed. Go and eat there. You will love their tacos and chile relieves, also their margarita's are the bomb.”

“Such a great experience. The food was so fresh and Delicious. The service provided by Raymond was a true genuine service. Thank you for the amazing flavors and good company! ? if you are visiting #Mtdora I highly recommend trying this place.”

“We visited Mount Dora for 3 days and hit this bakery up everyday. Amazing smoothies and absolutely delicious pastries. We stopped in on our last day and bought a bunch to take home. They even gave us some ice for our cooler bag to make sure our desserts stayed fresh on the drive. Great service!”

“Been coming here since it was called the Lakes and Hills the name has changed but the experience has not I’m old and used to diners so this is a perfect place for me Today scootered up for a traditional breakfast eggs over easy link sausage hash brown patties and toast 1 slice with jelly and one for sopping up the leftover yolk nice portions My server acted like she owned the place and I love barstools!Christmas came early this morning!”

“Stopped in here to get some takeout chowder and they were just so wonderful and helpful, the gal that helped me out, I think her name was Lisa, was just full of information and so wonderful I think the boss should give her a raise! I called First and the young man who answered the phone was so positive and helpful, his name was Caleb...”

“The place was busy, but the food was worth the waiting in line. I ordered food to go, and it came out quickly. Definitely will be coming back!! Awesome experience great southern cooking!!!”