Bars & Saloons
Old Mill Tavern
10465 W Yulee Dr, Homosassa, FL
The Old Mill Tavern sits on Yulee Drive in Historic Old Homosassa next to the Yulee Sugar Mill Ruins Historic State Park, a 19th-century site where a steam-powered mill once supplied sugar during the Civil War era. The tavern building dates to the 1920s and has established itself as a neighborhood gathering spot with American fare, seafood, wings, and drinks. String lights and sports decor create a rustic lodge-like atmosphere that draws locals and visitors exploring the historic district.
The park next door preserves a 40-foot limestone chimney, iron gears, and a cane press from the plantation's steam mill era. The tavern's location at this historical crossroads makes it both a destination for history-minded travelers and a casual neighborhood bar for residents. Karaoke and live entertainment bring regular crowds, and the tavern's longevity on this corner—with a century of history surrounding it—speaks to its role in Old Homosassa's identity.
Common Questions
Why is the tavern called the Old Mill Tavern?
The name references the adjacent Yulee Sugar Mill Ruins Historic State Park, where a 19th-century steam-powered sugar mill operated and is now preserved as a state park.
What is the Yulee Sugar Mill history?
The mill operated as a plantation facility in the 1800s and supplied sugar products during the Civil War; today the state park preserves the original 40-foot chimney, iron gears, and cane press.
What food and entertainment are available?
The tavern serves wings, seafood, burgers, and American pub fare with beer and drinks, and offers karaoke and live entertainment.