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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... 

Masonic Bldg

Masonic Bldg, Tavares

 Michael_D Says:  Masonic Building - 201 W. Main Street This lodge building was constructed in 1916, with the Masons meeting upstairs and a number of businesses downstairs. 

Tavares new City Hall

Tavares new City Hall, Tavares

 Michael_D Says:  City Hall - 201 E. Main Street On this site in 1888, a business building was nearly completed construction,when the great fire of April 1888 destroyed most of downtown. The plans were changed and what was salvaged was completed as Biltavern, which was later renamed the... 

Old City Hall

Old City Hall, Tavares

 Michael_D Says:  City Hall - 201 E. Main Street On this site in 1888, a business building was nearly completed construction,when the great fire of April 1888 destroyed most of downtown. The plans were changed and what was salvaged was completed as Biltavern, which was later renamed the... 

ACE Hardware

ACE Hardware, Tavares

 Michael_D Says:  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? 

Old Railroad Station

Old Railroad Station, Tavares

 Michael_D Says:  Railroad Station (Intersection of Alfred St. and the railroad tracks) Most of Americas railroads have been dismantled. Dont even get me started on Amcrash,,err Amtrak. In the mid 1880`s the emphasis was switched from making Tavares a resort town, to becoming a railroad and... 

Wooten Park

Wooten Park, Tavares

 Michael_D Says:  There is a great lakeside park called Wooten Park that has a childrens area funded and built by local volunteers in 1993. There are also picnic pavillions, boat docks and restroom facilities. In 1948, this land was given as a park by Floyd Fletcher and Amanda Wooton. 

Old Courthouse

Old Courthouse, Tavares

 Michael_D Says:  Old Courthouse - 317 W. Main Street There isnt much nightlife but there is an historical museum on the 1st floor of this grand building;-) In 1924, this courthouse was built for a cost of $250,000, with the county jail located on the top floor. The flagpole base was built in... 

Hotels  

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. 

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... 

Nightlife  

o'keefe's irish pub: pub
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o'keefe's irish pub

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.

Dress Code: casual

Updated Nov 10, 2007

Address: 115 s. rockingham ave.

Phone: 352-343-2157

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 Architecture
 Fishing
 Historical Travel

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Off The Beaten Path  

yalaha bakery
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yalaha bakery

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 european cakes and tarts. the yalaha bakery has live entertainment on saturdays. a very popular spot for lake county locals and tourists that can find it. from tavares take SR 19 south to CR 48. take CR 48 west about three miles in the direction of okahumka.

Written Oct 17, 2011

Phone: 352-324-3366

Website: http://www.yalahabakery.com/

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 Food and Dining

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