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Eastport Restaurants in The Villages (2026 Update) Eastport Restaurants in The Villages A current overview of restaurants open in Eastport, along with development status as the district continues opening in phases. Eastport Restaurants — Update History: • Initial openings began in 2025. • Updated February 2026 — Open restaurants confirmed and listings refined. Eastport is
Exterior of 4 Rivers Smokehouse in Middleton, now open in The Villages’ newest town. If you love barbecue, the arrival of 4 Rivers Smokehouse Middleton in The Villages, FL is welcome news. This Florida-based BBQ chain is known for smoked meats, hearty platters, and a laid-back vibe — and now it’s part of Middleton, the
Restaurants Open Now in Middleton, The Villages (2026 Guide) Looking for restaurants open now in Middleton? This fast-growing downtown is where the action is — Portillo’s, Four Rivers Smokehouse, 24 Middleton, Victory Sports Grill, and more. Updated January 2026 — openings and details refreshed. This guide tracks the most talked-about new restaurants in The Villages
Juicy burger served at Chesapeake Bay Grille in Leesburg. On our latest trip to Leesburg, we stopped at Chesapeake Bay Grille at Arlington Ridge Golf Club. As a result, it turned into a great day of golf and food in a relaxed clubhouse setting. Dining at Chesapeake Bay Grille: What Stood Out The vibe at