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    Dora Canal Plaza

    3.0 (1 review)

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    Lake Square Mall - Outside- what a dead mall

    Lake Square Mall

    3.0(28 reviews)
    3.3 mi
    $$

    I'm not from this area or anywhere nearby, and overall the stores around here seemed okay--until I…read morevisited the Treasure Marts / Wildwood Antique Mall. At first, I saw a few items I liked, but the experience quickly went downhill. My friend and I were not greeted when we entered or when we left, even though we watched other customers receive a warm welcome. Then, I accidentally bumped into something, and instead of checking if I was okay, the staff at the registers laughed and whispered to each other. It was uncomfortable and unprofessional. I won't be returning. It's disappointing because I came in with high hopes that people here would be friendlier than what I'm used to back home, but the rudeness and lack of basic acknowledgment proved otherwise. Jenny and her staff should be doing much better.

    I thought I had already reviewed this place…read more I like how the owners are trying hard to keep this place from floundering. They hold events ( fashion show when we were there ), they are keeping vacancy low, with some interesting stores one would not have seen in a mall back in the day. It is not one of these desolate malls with mostly rolled down grates and piles of shelving in the dark interior. There is a pulse to the place. The bookstore is a draw as it is so large ( and sometimes has kittens on Saturdays ). The shoestore is big too. The Belk is hanging in there, they have closed some entrances and fitting rooms, but it is not all stained carpets and broken shelving like one would see at Sears at the end.

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    Mount Dora Marketplace - BBQ

    Mount Dora Marketplace

    4.7(21 reviews)
    5.7 mi

    Mount Dora Marketplace is a great spot to fuel up and they have a variety of options so everyone in…read moreyour party can be happy. My daughter and son-in-law enjoyed CYO pasta bowls, my grandson had a kids meal from the BBQ joint, and I opted for Lebanese food. The market offers inside seating and the portions match the price point. The pasta eaters had Alfredo creations, one with fettuccine and the other with rigatoni. A grilled cheese and side of Mac and cheese was ordered at the BBQ spot for my grandson, and I opted for a chicken tawook platter with hummus and rice from Beirut Bites. The 2 chicken skewers were well flavored and the hummus was fantastic, but the pita slices and rice were average. The customer service was excellent. The pasta peeps very much enjoyed their creations and the grilled cheese was enjoyed. Unfortunately, little man couldn't eat the Mac and cheese because it was flavored with peppers and had some kick. For an adult, it was tasty. All in all, this was a great spot for lunch. We filled our bellies and departed with leftovers.

    I love the marketplace and you will too! This place has a…read moregreat variety of food, all staff is friendly, and there's cozy spots to sit and enjoy your food or drink. My favorites include the barbecue spot, Wolf branch brewery and handlebar lounge. Check it out next time you're in Mount Dora.

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    Spanish Springs

    Spanish Springs

    4.3(15 reviews)
    16.1 mi
    $

    Walking through Spanish Springs was a little nostalgic for me. This was the very first town square…read morebuilt in The Villages back in 1994, and my mother has lived in this area for about that long. Seeing one of the original gathering places getting such a major makeover feels like watching a piece of local history begin a whole new chapter. Even with construction underway, you can still feel the charm and character that made Spanish Springs such an important part of The Villages for more than 30 years. After three decades, I honestly think this renovation is much needed. The square is getting refreshed with beautiful new landscaping, updated gathering spaces, improved lighting, and renovated storefronts while still preserving the Spanish-style architecture that gives it so much personality. New additions include J.Jill, Coffee for the Soul, Barons Creek Vineyards, Blondie's Bar, and the new Genesis Health Club. Longtime favorites like Kilwins, Bella Vita Italian Steakhouse, Coastal del Mar Seafood Grill, Panera Bread, Flippers Pizzeria, Amerikanós Grille, and Ay! Jalisco continue to make this a place where you can easily spend an afternoon or evening. I can't wait to come back once everything is complete. Spanish Springs has always been the heart of the original Villages community, and I think this revitalization is exactly what it needed. It's refreshing to see such an iconic place being thoughtfully updated instead of losing the character that made people fall in love with it in the first place. I have a feeling it's going to become one of the most beautiful town squares in The Villages once again.

    This little square has unique buildings with Spanish decor. It's a great place to have a morning…read morewalk with your coffee. There's a fountain, shops, restaurants, entertainment and even a Farmer's Market. I always bring guests here when they come to visit. It's also just a golf cart ride away from my house.

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