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historic homes

historic homes, Tavares

 doug48 Says:  there are several historic homes and buildings in downtown tavares. downtown tavares is a very nice place to explore on foot. 

union congregational church

union congregational church, Tavares

 doug48 Says:  the union congregational church was founded in 1885 and the church was built in 1888. the union congregational church is the oldest church in tavares. it is one a several historic buildings in downtown tavares. 

dora canal

dora canal, Tavares

 doug48 Says:  the dora canal was once called the elfin river. the elfin river was dredged in the 1830's. and became known as the dora canal. this one mile river connects lake dora to lake eustis. on this beautiful waterway you can see florida wildlife and 2,000 year old cypress trees.... 

dead river

dead river, Tavares

 doug48 Says:  the dead river is actually an extention of lake eustis and not a river at all. it gets it's name from the fact there is no current. a beautiful body of water to take a cruise or fish. the dora chain of lakes is one of florida's best bass fishing spots. 

inland lakes railway

inland lakes railway, Tavares

 doug48 Says:  a fun thing to do in tavares is to take the inland lakes train to mount dora and eustis. on weekends you can take the orange blossom dinner train on a tour of the country side of lake county. see their website for more information. 

Lake Square Mall

Lake Square Mall, Tavares

 Michael_D Says:  Lake Square Directory Cards / Books Books-A-Million/Joe Muggs Victoria's Hallmark Department Stores Belk JCPenney Sears Target Entertainment AMC 12-Plex Theatres Health and Beauty Bath & Body Works Crown Specialties GNC Hair Plus JCPenney Salon MasterCuts Regis Hairstylists... 

Great old church

Great old church, Tavares

 Michael_D Says:  THIS IS a picture of Union Congregational Church This church was founded in 1885 by W.W. Winchester of Mount Dora. It housed both Methodist and Baptist congregations until the early 1900s. Its first sanctuary was constructed in 1886-88 of lumber donated by Maj. Abrams, on... 

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Restaurants  

harbor side restaurant: formerly dead river vic's

harbor side restaurant: formerly dead river vic's, Tavares

 doug48 Says:  the harbor side restaurant and bar is located on the dead river in tavares. a great place to have lunch or sit on the deck and drink with a view of the dead river. the food is typical american fare, seafood, burgers, sandwiches etc. a fun place to eat and drink on the dead... 

Sinbad's of Lake County: Gator Ribs and Great grill-your-own Steaks!

Sinbad's of Lake County: Gator Ribs and Great grill-your-own Steaks!, Tavares

 Xamayka Says:  A local legend with really, really good food. Situated on the shore of Lake Eustis, there's a small, screened-in porch with a few tables which is especially nice in the evening. Much character and old Florida atmosphere. Gator ribs! Perfectly cooked. If you've never had... 

angelo's: italian

angelo's: italian, Tavares

 doug48 Says:  angelo's is located just off US441 about a mile east of downtown tavares. angelo's is one of the better restaurants in the tavares area. good italian food moderately priced. 

Deer Island Golf and Lake Club: Deer Island Golf and Lake Club

Deer Island Golf and Lake Club: Deer Island Golf and Lake Club, Tavares

 Michael_D Says:  Deer Island Golf and Lake Club 17450 Deer Island Road Deer Island, FL 32778 

OLIVE GARDEN ITALIAN RESTAURANT: OLIVE GARDEN ITALIAN RESTAURANT

OLIVE GARDEN ITALIAN RESTAURANT: OLIVE GARDEN ITALIAN RESTAURANT, Tavares

 Michael_D Says:  OLIVE GARDEN ITALIAN RESTAURANT10026 US Hwy441365-0085Leesburg 

Soup To Nuts Diner: Soup To Nuts Diner

Soup To Nuts Diner: Soup To Nuts Diner, Tavares

 Michael_D Says:  Soup To Nuts Diner 383 E Burleigh Blvd 343-7704 Tavares, FL 32778-2201 

Beef O'Bradys: Beef O'Bradys

Beef O'Bradys: Beef O'Bradys, Tavares

 Michael_D Says:  Beef O'Bradys121 N Texas Ave253-1450Tavares, FL 32778-3233 

Angelo's Italian Restaurant: Angelo's Italian Restaurant

Angelo's Italian Restaurant: Angelo's Italian Restaurant, Tavares

 Michael_D Says:  Angelo's Italian Restaurant2270 Vindale Rd343-2757Tavares, FL 32778-5640 

Amigos Original Tex-Mex Restaurant: Amigos Original Tex-Mex Restaurant

Amigos Original Tex-Mex Restaurant: Amigos Original Tex-Mex Restaurant, Tavares

 Michael_D Says:  Amigos Original Tex-Mex Restaurant901 Lake Shore Blvd253-1045Tavares, FL 32778-2315 

Dead River Vic's: Dead River Vic's

Dead River Vic's: Dead River Vic's, Tavares

 Michael_D Says:  Dead River Vic's 3351 West Burleigh Boulevard, Tavares, FL 32778, 352-742-5000, Lake County's premier waterfront restaurant, thisexcellent restaurant is known for their old Florida style appetizers andentrees, as well as their famous Golden Margaritas. They are open daily... 

O'Keefes Irish Pub: Irish Pub

O'Keefes Irish Pub: Irish Pub, Tavares

 Michael_D Says:  On the lake with great atmosphere. the obligatory hanging mugs with locals names and a great quality menu.Great place for a good time, even New Years Eve. 

Nightlife  

o'keefe's irish pub: pub

o'keefe's irish pub: pub, Tavares

 doug48 Says:  o'keefe's irish pub is located across the street from wooton park in downtown tavares. o'keefe's is a great place to down a pint or two in downtown tavares. a fun place to eat and drink. casual 

Off The Beaten Path  

yalaha bakery

yalaha bakery, Tavares

 doug48 Says:  yalaha bakery is a wonderful bakery and german restaurant located in the unincorporated village of yalaha near the town of okahumpka florida. yalaha bakery is known for their bread that is baked on old world slab stone ovens. they also offer excellent german fare and... 

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 This used to be a feed store, now it houses ACE Hardware. Locals grab a coke`cola and sit on the feed bags and just jaw a spell. Y`all come back now...hear? 

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 Tavares Florida is the Lake County seat..a sleepy old Florida type town with oaks and hanging Spanish moss, little ol country stores and people that say "Shoot doan make me no never mind!" instead of... 

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 tavares is the county seat of lake county florida. taveres was founded by alexander st. clair abrams in 1880. st. clair abrams built a railroad from tavares to orlando. tavares was once home to the...... 

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